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      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.
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    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.
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      Latest: Up to 30% off on Bosch and Dremel with Amazon Prime Day DIYnotOffers, 14 Oct 2020
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    3. Your Projects

      Are you working on your own home improvement project? Share tips, ideas, and frustrations with others.
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      Latest: Shower holder replacement Baths'N'Gas, 27 Feb 2021 at 9:31 AM
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    4. DIY Disasters

      Tell us about your DIY disasters.
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      Latest: Punched a hole into bedroom using new drill - wife not been told yet lynchnigel, 25 Feb 2021 at 6:46 PM
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      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.
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      Latest: Mira Sport Air boost Shower Bodd, 24 Feb 2021 at 10:09 AM
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      A place to talk about your hobbies.
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      Latest: any york fitness mechanics on here,,,??? sonofrob, 25 Feb 2021 at 2:01 PM
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    8. General Discussion

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    1. Alarms, CCTV & Telephones

      Questions, comments and problems about alarms, security alarms, fire alarms, CCTV or telephones, telephone wiring, telephone extensions etc.
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      Latest: Random siren blast from bell box Handymanjo, 27 Feb 2021 at 9:47 AM
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    2. Appliances

      Problems / questions / issues to do with household appliances e.g. washing machines, dishwashers (NOT boilers).
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      Latest: Samsung WD80N645OOW Washer Dryer, Not Drying Clothes Bonni, 26 Feb 2021 at 8:53 PM
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    3. Audio Visual

      Questions, discussions and problems regarding televisions, satellite systems, home cinema and any other audio visual related topic.
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      Latest: Fibre to the property Lucid, 26 Feb 2021 at 10:26 PM
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    4. Building

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      Latest: Use of engineering bricks for border johnny2007, 27 Feb 2021 at 9:47 AM
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    5. Building Regulations and Planning Permission

      Queries and discussions related to building regulations, planning permission and planning applications.
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      Latest: Rear Extension to sidewall of existing rear extension. wessex101, 27 Feb 2021 at 9:41 AM
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    6. Decorating and Painting

      Questions & discussion regarding all aspects of painting & decorating.
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      Latest: Sand decorators caulk sparkwright, 26 Feb 2021 at 6:35 PM
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    7. Electrics UK

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      Latest: Socket onto plywood? securespark, 27 Feb 2021 at 9:58 AM
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    8. Electrics Outside of the UK

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to household electrics outside of the UK from around the world.
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      Latest: Use bathroom fan cable for light fitting, (Ireland) EFLImpudence, 15 Feb 2021
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    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).
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      Latest: Joist size for 5 metre span ads1, 27 Feb 2021 at 8:01 AM
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    10. Home Automation

      The forum to discuss home automation and associated topics.
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      Latest: Which Smart Lock? designgrey, 26 Feb 2021 at 10:58 AM
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    11. In the Garden

      Discussion about the garden, garden projects, fences, sheds, patios, decking, DIY in the garden or plant related topics.
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      Latest: Patio repair Adejo92, 27 Feb 2021 at 10:04 AM
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    12. Plastering and Rendering

      Questions, comments and problems about plastering and rendering.
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      Latest: Plastering Rooms - Safety Advice johnny2007, 27 Feb 2021 at 10:12 AM
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    13. Plumbing and Central Heating

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to plumbing, central heating and hot water systems.
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      Latest: Halstead Heat 60 - Lockout & Burner On lights both flashing AngieCoop, 27 Feb 2021 at 9:49 AM
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    14. Roofing and Guttering

      Questions, comments, problems, enquiries regarding roofing and guttering.
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      Latest: Advice needed on roof structure ^woody^, 27 Feb 2021 at 8:26 AM
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    15. Tiling

      Questions, comments and problems about tiling, floor tiles, wall tiles, preparation for tiling and grouting etc.
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      Latest: Tiling split face slate tiles on brick raised bed catlad, 27 Feb 2021 at 9:26 AM
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    16. Tools and Materials

      Topics related to hand tools, power tools and DIY related materials in general.
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      Latest: Lawnmower oil Burnerman, 27 Feb 2021 at 10:11 AM
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    17. Windows and Doors

      Questions, comments, queries about windows and doors, double glazing etc.
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      Latest: Water coming through window seal diy_fun_uk, 27 Feb 2021 at 12:46 AM
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    18. Wood / Woodwork / Carpentry

      Wooden interior fittings, moldings, cutting, framing, and joining timber. Every aspect of wood, small projects to big projects.
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      Latest: Which Jigsaw Blade....... Early riser, 27 Feb 2021 at 7:13 AM
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    19. General DIY

      Only post here if your post does not fit into any other category above.
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      Latest: Sealing edges of garage ceiling foxhole, 27 Feb 2021 at 10:13 AM
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  3. Cars

    1. General Cars

      For any general discussion about cars.
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      Latest: Value of an older model Ranger? EddieM, 27 Feb 2021 at 10:08 AM
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    2. Car Repairs / Maintenance

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      Latest: Tracking device DIYspanner, 26 Feb 2021 at 7:01 PM
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  4. Computers

    1. Software

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    2. Hardware

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      Latest: Inherited laptop. bullethead123, 27 Feb 2021 at 9:59 AM
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