Pixelsmith

u/Pixelsmith


r/DIYUK•

Hi there.

I'm trying to change a kitchen cabinet spotlight (GU10 I think?) and can't figure out how to actually get into it. Does anyone recognise this kind of fitting?

It doesn't seem to have a little pinchable circular wire clip thing, like the ones in the ceiling. And I don't seem to be able to push it in or twist it.

Pic here: https://imgur.com/a/dqStsbY

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r/Plumbing•

Hello! I'm a total beginner and new homeowner - looking to replace a faulty flush button.

The flush itself works perfectly, but the button is stiff and tends to jam, and (as you can see) is also not firmly attached to the wall. It slots on and stays in place, but then falls off one flush in 20.

My questions are:

  1. Does anyone recognise the specific product?

  2. How complicated is it to replace (and how would I do it)?

Thanks in advance!

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r/CleaningTips•

Hello! This is the inside of my gym sneakers, with the insole removed.

It's mould, right? If so, any ideas how it might have happened and if I can get rid of it? Or are these shoes now a write off?

A bit more context: I've just washed them for the first time (after many months of gym use on alternate days) because they've got a bit smelly. This wash was done inside a pillowcase in a washing machine on a cold delicates cycle with mild detergent.

I suspect I need to clean them more regularly and develop a simple post-wear routine of some sort, like a spritz of diluted vinegar inside.

Anyhow, thanks for any insights!

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r/Flooring•

Hello! I wondered if I could ask for advice.

My apartment has exposed floorboards, and when I moved in a few of them were damaged as pictured. These are a couple of long gouges in one room which are chipped at their edges, leading to a sharp bit of wood protruding.

To make them safe for my young children's bare feet - a quick fix - I popped some duct tape over them. I'd like to do something less visible (but ideally easy and cheap). Colour matched duct tape or a clear tape would probably do, but I thought I should ask the experts if there's a better way that doesn't involve fully replacing the boards.

For reference, it's a rented place and I will ultimately ask the landlord to fix it. Ho

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r/pcmasterrace•

Streaming vs HDMI

Tech Support

Hello!

I've had two kids since I last tinkered in PC hardware so my brain has gone stupid and needs a bit of help.

I'm about to move house, and the room with my PC in is about to be next door to the room with my TV in. However, physically walking between them will require going outside (the PC is in an annexe).

I'd like to play PC games on my TV, so I'm wondering about the best setup: (1) Steam Link; (2) Nvidia Shield; or (3) an HDMI cable through a drilled hole.

I feel like (3) is the obvious choice, for reasons of simplicity and input lag, but due to the aforementioned layout of the house, I'm trying to avoid a way of having to physically access the PC when I'm in the TV room. I think

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r/Gaming_Gear•

Hello!

I've had two kids since I last tinkered in PC hardware so my brain has gone stupid and needs a bit of help.

I'm about to move house, and the room with my PC in is about to be next door to the room with my TV in. However, physically walking between them will require going outside (the PC is in an annexe).

I'd like to play PC games on my TV, so I'm wondering about the best setup: (1) Steam Link; (2) Nvidia Shield; or (3) an HDMI cable through a drilled hole.

I feel like (3) is the obvious choice, for reasons of simplicity and input lag, but due to the aforementioned layout of the house, I'm trying to avoid a way of having to physically access the PC when I'm in the TV room. I think

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r/AskReddit•

I'm British, so I love a cup of tea. I mean seriously love it. Every morning, when life drags me kicking and screaming from the soft embrace of sleep, a cup of tea readies me to face the world. But I've been wondering - does Canada drink tea? And if so, how does it take it (teapot, one-cup, iced, green?) and what brands are big there?

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