Flat 3 Cremer Street Home User Guide

7.5 Fixing Items to Walls & Ceilings & Floors

Do not put wall fixings directly above or below light switches or electric sockets. There is a danger that you may pierce an electrical cable, which can be very dangerous. Use suitable masonry rawlplugs and correct size drill. Generally a 300mm band vertically or horizontally from any outlet or switch should be left without any fixings. Also be aware of any sockets or electrical points on the other side of the wall. Separating walls from neighbouring properties are designed to provide an effective sound and fire barrier conforming to current Building Regulations. Do not reduce the thickness of the wall or make holes in the internal leafs, for example to install an extra power point or recess a bookshelf. This will reduce its sound insulation and fire resistance. Some internal walls are load bearing and cables and pipework may be located behind plasterboards.

Ceilings often conceal electrical cables, pipework and it is not recommended to fix to them.

7.6 Carpet Fitting (none fitted)

When laying carpets do not use nails under any circumstances. There is a danger that you may puncture a pipe or pierce a cable. It is recommended that if you require ‘fitted’ carpet you employ a specialist carpet layer and request that ‘smooth edge’ gripper strips stuck down around the edge of the floors. Please note that depending on the thickness of the carpets, the doors may bind and need adjusting to suit.

7.7 Clothes Drying

Air drying any washing on the balcony will help minimise electricity consumption.

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