1. Visiting from the US? Why not try DIYnot.US instead? Click here to continue to DIYnot.US.
    Dismiss Notice

  1. General

    1. Forum Information

      Information and notices about the forums and DIYnot.com in general. This is where you can ask your questions regarding the site, forum, wiki etc.
      Discussions:
      964
      Messages:
      7,574
      Latest: Pictures on personal conversations? mrcrow, 18 Oct 2018 at 6:32 PM
      RSS

    2. DIY News (incl. offers & discount codes)

      News, articles and reviews related to the home, do it yourself. You can also find the occasional special offer or discount code to make your home improvements more economical.
      Discussions:
      151
      Messages:
      153
      Latest: Painting voted the nation’s favourite hobby DIYnot News, 12 Jul 2017
      RSS

    3. Your Projects

      Are you working on your own home improvement project? Share tips, ideas, and frustrations with others.
      Discussions:
      838
      Messages:
      7,930
      Latest: Advice on extension - loft, dormer, side and back - Permitted development or full planning surferc, 18 Oct 2018 at 5:33 PM
      RSS

    4. DIY Disasters

      Tell us about your DIY disasters.
      Discussions:
      562
      Messages:
      4,669
      Latest: Fall through the ceiling EmFord, 14 Oct 2018 at 6:38 PM
      RSS

    5. Combustion Chamber

      Private discussion for registered (and retired) gas installers.

    6. Trade Talk

      Talk for the trade to discuss trade related topics e.g. quotes, customer issues, etc. Do NOT place general queries here, please use the most appropriate forum below.
      Discussions:
      1,645
      Messages:
      18,125
      Latest: plasterer damaged my window sill Motman, 18 Oct 2018 at 6:35 PM
      RSS

    7. Hobbies

      A place to talk about your hobbies.
      Discussions:
      104
      Messages:
      1,212
      Latest: HAM radio ericmark, 15 Oct 2018 at 5:08 AM
      RSS

    8. General Discussion

      Tired after all that DIY? Discuss or debate topical issues here.
      Discussions:
      23,721
      Messages:
      520,801
      Sub-Forums: 2

      General Discussion

      Sub-Forums

      1. Word Games

      2. Jokes Archive

      Latest: The Brexit Cake - funny Ihavenojob, 18 Oct 2018 at 8:05 PM
      RSS

  2. How to...

    1. Alarms, CCTV & Telephones

      Questions, comments and problems about alarms, security alarms, fire alarms, CCTV or telephones, telephone wiring, telephone extensions etc.
      Discussions:
      8,732
      Messages:
      73,492
      Latest: Texecom Premier Elite 24 - Connect Help racey1979, 18 Oct 2018 at 6:59 PM
      RSS

    2. Appliances

      Problems / questions / issues to do with household appliances e.g. washing machines, dishwashers (NOT boilers).
      Discussions:
      19,658
      Messages:
      74,155
      Latest: candy grand o vita heatpump dishman, 16 Oct 2018 at 7:04 PM
      RSS

    3. Audio Visual

      Questions, discussions and problems regarding televisions, satellite systems, home cinema and any other audio visual related topic.
      Discussions:
      2,103
      Messages:
      15,491
      Latest: DAB radio possessed by the devil, in the form of TalkSport Kes, 17 Oct 2018 at 11:16 PM
      RSS

    4. Building

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to all aspects of building.
      Discussions:
      30,237
      Messages:
      196,918
      Latest: Flat roof, no access to roof, trimming a joist ^woody^, 18 Oct 2018 at 7:53 PM
      RSS

    5. Building Regulations and Planning Permission

      Queries and discussions related to building regulations, planning permission and planning applications.
      Discussions:
      5,567
      Messages:
      47,700
      Latest: A question of Principal Elevation oldbutnotdead, 17 Oct 2018 at 8:21 PM
      RSS

    6. Decorating and Painting

      Questions & discussion regarding all aspects of painting & decorating.
      Discussions:
      14,624
      Messages:
      74,908
      Latest: Painting skirting white darreng1983, 18 Oct 2018 at 7:47 PM
      RSS

    7. Electrics UK

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to household electrics in the UK.
      Discussions:
      60,257
      Messages:
      678,567
      Latest: Why does the lamp have a coil? JohnW2, 18 Oct 2018 at 8:07 PM
      RSS

    8. Electrics Outside of the UK

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to household electrics outside of the UK from around the world.
      Discussions:
      1,057
      Messages:
      5,300
      Latest: Elegant solution to supply overload problem, Electric boiler. oldbutnotdead, 14 Oct 2018 at 10:53 PM
      RSS

    9. Floors, Stairs and Lofts

      All aspects of flooring and stairs discussed here except tiling. New stairs, laminate flooring, carpets, loft conversions, loft problems (i.e. inside roof space).
      Discussions:
      14,262
      Messages:
      65,607
      Latest: Carpet Knee Kicker - is this any good? stealthwolf, 18 Oct 2018 at 2:38 PM
      RSS

    10. Home Automation

      The forum to discuss home automation and associated topics.
      Discussions:
      174
      Messages:
      1,148
      Latest: Hive or other upgrade Dells, 18 Oct 2018 at 7:04 PM
      RSS

    11. In the Garden

      Discussion about the garden, garden projects, fences, sheds, patios, decking, DIY in the garden or plant related topics.
      Discussions:
      9,519
      Messages:
      54,764
      Latest: Lawn In Bad Shape - Moving Out Rented House - How Can I Fix? Notch7, 18 Oct 2018 at 7:26 PM
      RSS

    12. Plastering and Rendering

      Questions, comments and problems about plastering and rendering.
      Discussions:
      7,859
      Messages:
      49,977
      Latest: Reinstating render and/or plaster after tile removal elmsoft, 18 Oct 2018 at 2:24 PM
      RSS

    13. Plumbing and Central Heating

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to plumbing, central heating and hot water systems.
      Discussions:
      133,847
      Messages:
      1,051,720
      Latest: Insulating Expansion Vessel fixitflav, 18 Oct 2018 at 8:07 PM
      RSS

    14. Roofing and Guttering

      Questions, comments, problems, enquiries regarding roofing and guttering.
      Discussions:
      9,507
      Messages:
      60,139
      Latest: Roof leaking at Valleys catlad, 18 Oct 2018 at 7:40 PM
      RSS

    15. Tiling

      Questions, comments and problems about tiling, floor tiles, wall tiles, preparation for tiling and grouting etc.
      Discussions:
      6,369
      Messages:
      32,991
      Latest: Silicone around bathroom wash basin Merlin5, 18 Oct 2018 at 2:40 PM
      RSS

    16. Tools and Materials

      Topics related to hand tools, power tools and DIY related materials in general.
      Discussions:
      5,548
      Messages:
      42,030
      Latest: Welded tools vs. One piece tool Burnerman, 18 Oct 2018 at 8:06 PM
      RSS

    17. Windows and Doors

      Questions, comments, queries about windows and doors, double glazing etc.
      Discussions:
      9,840
      Messages:
      48,602
      Latest: UPVC doors crank39, 17 Oct 2018 at 6:40 PM
      RSS

    18. Wood / Woodwork / Carpentry

      Wooden interior fittings, moldings, cutting, framing, and joining timber. Every aspect of wood, small projects to big projects.
      Discussions:
      8,715
      Messages:
      50,574
      Latest: Tatty kitchen worktop dazzammm, 18 Oct 2018 at 3:07 PM
      RSS

    19. General DIY

      Only post here if your post does not fit into any other category above.
      Discussions:
      10,296
      Messages:
      55,584
      Latest: Wet Bath Sealant Turin74, 18 Oct 2018 at 6:52 PM
      RSS

  3. Cars

    1. General Cars

      For any general discussion about cars.
      Discussions:
      1,716
      Messages:
      15,515
      Latest: A2 Bike Licence motorbiking, 17 Oct 2018 at 10:21 AM
      RSS

    2. Car Repairs / Maintenance

      Questions, comments, queries about car repairs and maintenance.
      Discussions:
      7,319
      Messages:
      45,642
      Latest: Spray Painting Advice lostinthelight, 17 Oct 2018 at 11:00 PM
      RSS

  4. Computers

    1. Software

      Issues relating to computer software, e.g. program problems, windows difficulties etc.
      Discussions:
      3,213
      Messages:
      23,096
      Latest: Can't see USB Memory Stick In Explorer mattylad, 17 Oct 2018 at 7:40 PM
      RSS

    2. Hardware

      Issues relating to hardware problems / difficulties.
      Discussions:
      1,920
      Messages:
      15,385
      Latest: Connecting 2nd Router to VM Router STick220, 15 Oct 2018 at 8:49 PM
      RSS