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Removal of Internal Walls

We've wanted to extend our living room by removing the hallway wall for some time. It appears to be plasterboard only, but I'm concerned there maybe some steel load bearing suppor[...]

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BISF House Asbestos Dangers?

The word BISF is synonymous with post war prefabricated buildings. This same word is often followed sooner or later by the words Asbestos but what do you really know about Asbestos[...]

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Do You Live In a BISF House?

Do You Live In a BISF House? Share your views and experiences of living in a BISF house. Created by BISF Owners for BISF Owners like you. One of the greatest features of own[...]

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external insulation

I ,am thinking of having my house refurbished with external insulation do they remove the metal sheeting and then apply the insulation. Thanks Barrie

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Paint for BISF House

I wondered if anyone could advise on the type of paint I should use on the steel of my BISF house? I stay in Southhouse in Edinburgh; it is an ex Council house and although all the[...]

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BISF Loft Coversion?

Does anyone know if it possible to convert the loft space in a BISF house (with consideration to the asbestos roof and low roof angle, and the additional weight placed upon the st[...]