What I have fixed today

[RogerS]

Fixed my Nilfisk wet and dry vacuum cleaner. Nil cost. See t’other thread.

 

[Mike G]

Yesterday I replaced the inlet valve of our washing machine.........for the second time. I changed it 2 or 3 months ago, and the drum would still fill up with water, slowly, when the machine was standing unused. That water would go stagnant, and make the machine smell, so it's not good. When I last changed it, I bought the replacement valve from a local shop. They fetched the valve in from one of their vans, and I'm convinced it was an old one they'd taken off another machine to replace. It never worked. So, yesterday I did it again with a genuine OM part, and today the drum is dry.

 

[Eric the Viking]

I fixed my snoring. Does that count?

I cannot believe you.

My wife is adamant that she doesn't snore. Neighbours three streets away would disagree.

I have been millietres away from pressing record on the phone, but Bad Things would probably happen if I ever played it back. So I have now taken to saying "Be Quiet!" loudly, in the middle of the night. Amazingly, it often works for ten minutes or more.

At breakfast, mildly, "Oh, by the way, you were snoring again, dear."

"No, I WAS NOT, DEAR."

It's terrifying, and she absolutely knows she's doing it.

 

[Accipiter]

I cannot believe you.

My wife is adamant that she doesn't snore. Neighbours three streets away would disagree.

I have been millietres away from pressing record on the phone, but Bad Things would probably happen if I ever played it back. So I have now taken to saying "Be Quiet!" loudly, in the middle of the night. Amazingly, it often works for ten minutes or more.

At breakfast, mildly, "Oh, by the way, you were snoring again, dear."

"No, I WAS NOT, DEAR."

It's terrifying, and she absolutely knows she's doing it.

I'd press record... Just for the fun

 

[Malc2098]

I cannot believe you.

My wife is adamant that she doesn't snore. Neighbours three streets away would disagree.

I have been millietres away from pressing record on the phone, but Bad Things would probably happen if I ever played it back. So I have now taken to saying "Be Quiet!" loudly, in the middle of the night. Amazingly, it often works for ten minutes or more.

At breakfast, mildly, "Oh, by the way, you were snoring again, dear."

"No, I WAS NOT, DEAR."

It's terrifying, and she absolutely knows she's doing it.

I feel your pain for the same reasons. I pressed record about 5 years ago, but never had the nerve to play it to her.

 

[Accipiter]

A step towards "fixing" some storage problems...

Back area of the workshop (storage/dumping) area... With searching at the back for some stain I didn't have I decided some old kitchen drawers should be made use of. Used some of the recently acquired MRMDF (from the recycling centre) for side frames. Still more "fixing" to be done

 

[Accipiter]

Side step on this thread with "snoring" having come into the discussions... making your other half aware is best for their health and yours.

*AI Overview
Is Snoring Dangerous? | Dr Kenny Pang

Snoring is not inherently dangerous, but it can be a symptom of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a serious condition where airways close, causing breathing pauses. Chronic, loud snoring raises risks for heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and extreme daytime fatigue.

When to See a Doctor (Warning Signs)
Breathing Pauses: Loud snoring accompanied by snorting, gasping, or choking.
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: Feeling very tired despite a full night's sleep.
Morning Headaches: Waking up with a headache or a sore throat.
Irritability/Memory Issues: Difficulty concentrating or mood changes.
High Blood Pressure: Chronic snoring is strongly linked to hypertension.

Why It Can Be Dangerous
If snoring is caused by OSA, the body is deprived of oxygen periodically throughout the night. This puts intense, repetitive stress on the heart and brain. The resulting lack of restful sleep can lead to dangerous daytime drowsiness, potentially causing accidents.

When to Seek Medical Advice
It is recommended to consult a doctor if snoring is loud and persistent, or if a partner observes breathing pauses, as this may indicate the need for a sleep study to check for sleep apnea. *

 

[AndyT]

A step towards "fixing" some storage problems...

Back area of the workshop (storage/dumping) area... With searching at the back for some stain I didn't have I decided some old kitchen drawers should be made use of. Used some of the recently acquired MRMDF (from the recycling centre) for side frames. Still more "fixing" to be done

You seem to have moved in to a corner of my own workshop!

 

[Accipiter]

You seem to have moved in to a corner of my own workshop!

There's probably more than a few of us with workshops like 'ours' . I now need to sort through the other stuff (presently stacked up on my workbenches) if I want to do 'any' woodworking

 

[Phil]

Side step on this thread with "snoring" having come into the discussions... making your other half aware is best for their health and yours.

*AI Overview
Is Snoring Dangerous? | Dr Kenny Pang

Snoring is not inherently dangerous, but it can be a symptom of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a serious condition where airways close, causing breathing pauses. Chronic, loud snoring raises risks for heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and extreme daytime fatigue.

When to See a Doctor (Warning Signs)
Breathing Pauses: Loud snoring accompanied by snorting, gasping, or choking.
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: Feeling very tired despite a full night's sleep.
Morning Headaches: Waking up with a headache or a sore throat.
Irritability/Memory Issues: Difficulty concentrating or mood changes.
High Blood Pressure: Chronic snoring is strongly linked to hypertension.

Why It Can Be Dangerous
If snoring is caused by OSA, the body is deprived of oxygen periodically throughout the night. This puts intense, repetitive stress on the heart and brain. The resulting lack of restful sleep can lead to dangerous daytime drowsiness, potentially causing accidents.

When to Seek Medical Advice
It is recommended to consult a doctor if snoring is loud and persistent, or if a partner observes breathing pauses, as this may indicate the need for a sleep study to check for sleep apnea. *

Very good read.
Years ago just before lockdown I went for a sleep test.
Diagnosed sleep apnea, stopped breathing up to 30 seconds multiple times that night.
I had to buy a CPAP machine, NOT cheap.
Fought for 3 months with the mask, 2 different ones.
Machine is still in the bedside cupboard, gathering dust.

 

[Woodbloke]

Snoring solution. Sleep in a separate room preferably a loooong way from the culprit with at least two solid doors between the snorer and non snorer - Rob

 

[MartinF]

I finally got around to doing a couple of jobs that have been outstanding for a while.

Replaced a couple of GU10 halogen bulbs in some downlighters with GU10 LED bulbs. I held off doing these because I couldn’t figure out how to release them from the light fittings but, on looking closely, they were held in by spring clips.

Put reflective foil behind more of our radiators in an attempt to cut down on the heat wasted on heating up the walls behind.

 

[Pete Maddex]

Dishwasher didn't release the tablet, reset and now it works.

Pete