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Toklas Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Hi all - I am getting new blinds and curtains made > for every room in my flat. Before I go and spend a > fortune at John Lewis I was wondering if anyone > has used a local firm they would recommend? thanks I've used Elly Allen. She's great (and local) http://www.ellyallen.com/

ruffers Wrote: > Go the other way to Libretto on Wood Vale, another > old school butcher without a window display but > fantastic product. This place is really close to me but I never know if it's going to be open or not...... Google doesn't really help either http://www.southlondonguide.co.uk/eastdulwich/klibretto.htm Shame the newsagent has closed a few doors down. All looks a bit sad now - be great if some new stuff came along to re-energise that stretch.

Yes, try Elliot Webb [email protected] http://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?30,1216156,1216232#msg-1216232 He's great. Does home visits etc.

I bought one of these recently, works very well. Just a thought. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Draper-76765-Tungsten-Carbide-Multi-Sharpener/dp/B00205QO6W/ref=sr_1_1?s=diy&ie=UTF8&qid=1495878454&sr=1-1&keywords=Draper+76765+Tungsten+Carbide+Multi-Sharpener

I'm a cat lover with 2 of my own, and this sounds fair enough to me as long as it is just a squirt and not one of those water cannon things which can hurt. I still have 2 water pistols that I bought to use on a neighbouring cat who was bullying my old boy when he was alive. In fact it was the owner of that cat who suggested it! My 2 are young and very curious, and can imagine them being a pain to any neighbours who aren't that keen - a discouraging squirt of water would be fine by me.

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So where is this 'Dulwich Forum' then? Google only brings up the EDF and West Dul.

I completed the census online with the code that arrived with the letter, and have since received at least 2 letters nagging me to do it. Siduhe Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > It's a test for the new online census to see how > the new online system works in practice and what > problems people have filling it in. > > > 060679155507203 > > https://www.ons.gov.uk/news/news/testingforthe2021 > census > > We got one with a cover letter that gives a number > to call if you have concerns.

Thanks for the rec for Lee Garvey - he was most helpful.

Another rec for Lee, he is helping with some plumbing noises issues in our building, reliable, knowledgeable and a thoroughly nice bloke. His number is 07881 277385.

Following this thread!

KidKruger Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > elaine if you read above, you may see the cause > already identified. That doesn't sound the same as us, it's being investigated next week by the recommended plumber above - will report back!

KK, thanks. Seems it could have a number of causes. Inkmaiden - thanks, I have contacted him.

What I really need is the type of plumber who won't give up until he's identified and solved the problem however long that takes! Not one who dismisses it as this or that and walks away. Anyone know such a plumber?

Penguin68 Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Are you sure it's not a shower pump? Those can be > noisy, particularly if they aren't put onto some > sort of noise insulation pad. It's not a mechanical noise, just a hum or whine....

Hi all When the shower or taps are turned on in the flat upstairs there is an audible hum or whine which wakes us up every morning. It gets gradually louder, to the point it becomes an earworm. According to a plumber we spoke to, this is caused by water pressure and nothing can be done. I have never come across the noise anywhere else which makes me wonder if there might be additional issues particular to this property which are causing the noise. The problem seems to be specifically the flat upstairs which is owned by an absentee and unhelpful landlord who seems to think we have to just put up with it - does anyone have any experience of this, and got any advice? Overhill Road. Thanks!

Mehmet is a cracking gardener, a hard worker and a thoroughly nice guy. He did a great job for me yesterday. Nice to meet a gardener who actually knows a LOT about plants - not all that common, I've noticed!

A friend and I tried Memsaab last week and thought it was great. Nothing groundbreaking but good fresh tasty food, decent wine list and great service.

As a seasoned traveller I'd expect an experienced cab firm to ask for my flight number so they can check it and arrive accordingly. Daft to arrive at the same time as the flight. Never really thought about it, that just seems like common sense to me!

For cello lessons try Kim Mackrell 07919 030749

I think the 3 stars are a bit mean, having read the review itself. Surely the stars refer not only to the experience on the night but also to the context - not a flashy West End joint, but a new, small neighbourhood restaurant. Mr Miller concedes in his last paragraph that, for what it is, this place is very good indeed. Irritatingly wordy and patronising style, and what's the relevance of a coat mix up anyway? I haven't been yet, but now defensively bristling somewhat on la BB's behalf! "The East Dulwich Forum (a Paradiso of unintentional comedy, a Pillow Book of misplaced amour propre, a Sun Tzu?s Art of War of advanced passive-aggressive techniques)" Oh please.

Just want to add my positive experience with Oskars - new (quality) fence, reasonable price, good communication, nice guy.

erm....isn't it possible this man may have a condition?