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      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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      Are you working on your own home improvement project? Share tips, ideas, and frustrations with others.
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      Private discussion for registered (and retired) gas installers.

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      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: Dogs! Craig Black, 21 Oct 2021 at 12:06 AM
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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: Entry door open chime volume adjustment Handymanjo, 20 Oct 2021 at 9:02 PM
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      Problems / questions / issues to do with household appliances e.g. washing machines, dishwashers (NOT boilers).
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      Latest: Bosch tumble dryer operating module lfc84, 20 Oct 2021 at 7:34 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: TV Sound Is Definitely Substandard ETAF, 20 Oct 2021 at 3:36 PM
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      Latest: Wood hardener or wood preservative? big-all, 20 Oct 2021 at 10:49 PM
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      Latest: Filling cavity behind loft hatch architrave ac24, 20 Oct 2021 at 9:00 PM
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      Latest: Two led lights in summerhouse from plug socket with fused spur Gary Marr, 25 Sep 2021
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    9. Floors, Stairs and Lofts

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    10. Home Automation

      The forum to discuss home automation and associated topics.
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      Latest: Replacing fluorescent tube lighting with smart/dimmable led ericmark, 9 Oct 2021
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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: Chainsaw chain dull in no time ipbr21054, 20 Oct 2021 at 10:58 PM
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    12. Plastering and Rendering

      Questions, comments and problems about plastering and rendering.
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      Latest: Rendering over masonry paint 88v8, 20 Oct 2021 at 6:35 PM
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    13. Plumbing and Central Heating

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      Latest: Vokera cutting out after 15 minutes Nikita Norman, 21 Oct 2021 at 5:34 AM
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    14. Roofing and Guttering

      Questions, comments, problems, enquiries regarding roofing and guttering.
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      Latest: Ply Underneath Aluminium Fascias oursurveysaid, 20 Oct 2021 at 8:39 PM
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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: Grey epoxy grout going a bit yellow Mr Chibs, 19 Oct 2021 at 7:25 PM
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    16. Tools and Materials

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      Latest: Finishing and sealing surround for windows and doors Mr Chibs, 20 Oct 2021 at 5:26 PM
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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: Painting a window sill - a question JobAndKnock, 20 Oct 2021 at 10:45 PM
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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: Where to buy roller blinds richw, 20 Oct 2021 at 9:32 PM
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  3. Cars

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      For any general discussion about cars.
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      Latest: Are there delays in issuing an amended V5C? jj4091, 21 Oct 2021 at 5:20 AM
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    2. Car Repairs / Maintenance

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      Latest: Touchpad dead Justin Passing, 18 Oct 2021 at 11:00 PM
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