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    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.
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      Latest: Signature not showing up John D v2.0, 21 May 2019 at 11:23 PM
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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: One in three Brits injure themselves doing DIY DIYnot News, 2 May 2019
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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: New metal roof/ insulation Donnaidh, 23 May 2019 at 3:02 PM
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    4. DIY Disasters

      Tell us about your DIY disasters.
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      Latest: Self Levelling Fail :( gehame, 21 May 2019 at 2:52 PM
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    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.
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      Latest: Door Paint defect? DMA, 17 May 2019
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    7. Hobbies

      A place to talk about your hobbies.
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      Latest: What video game are you playing? UKMadMax, 21 May 2019 at 12:13 PM
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    8. General Discussion

      Tired after all that DIY? Discuss or debate topical issues here.
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      2. Jokes Archive

      Latest: What does it mean when Nige's lips are moving? EFLImpudence, 24 May 2019 at 12:51 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: Keytags with new smart alarm upgrade GalaxyGuy, 24 May 2019 at 2:19 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: Oven ignition running continuously seasickstevie, 23 May 2019 at 5:41 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: Splitting Sky and TV feeds into multiple rooms Lucid, 20 May 2019 at 6:48 PM
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    4. Building

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to all aspects of building.
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      Latest: Utilities and site Scaffoldiing noseall, 23 May 2019 at 10:20 PM
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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: Party wall dispute with neighbor - what are my rights here Harry Bloomfield, 22 May 2019 at 4:24 PM
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    6. Decorating and Painting

      Questions & discussion regarding all aspects of painting & decorating.
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      Latest: Paint a metal/steel front door dagsky, 23 May 2019 at 10:25 PM
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    7. Electrics UK

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to household electrics in the UK.
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      Latest: Extractor fan with fused isolator JohnW2, 24 May 2019 at 2:47 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: identify power supply Juan Jose, 23 May 2019 at 10:52 PM
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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: Insulating Below Ceiling In Loft Conversion DavidMarfe, 23 May 2019 at 10:51 PM
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    10. Home Automation

      The forum to discuss home automation and associated topics.
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      Latest: Smart sensor for baby gate mattylad, 20 May 2019 at 9:18 PM
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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: Drain Basin Extender SFK, 23 May 2019 at 6:59 PM
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    12. Plastering and Rendering

      Questions, comments and problems about plastering and rendering.
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      Latest: Flush door in new stud wall magicmushroom666, 23 May 2019 at 6:19 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: External waste pipes ensuite good or bad ??? NotSoNewboy, 23 May 2019 at 11:31 PM
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    14. Roofing and Guttering

      Questions, comments, problems, enquiries regarding roofing and guttering.
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      Latest: Weight on glass conservatory roof. foxhole, 23 May 2019 at 11:40 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: Install new bathtub up against existing wall tiles? ktuludays, 22 May 2019 at 9:17 PM
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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: Makita Batteries rsgaz, 23 May 2019 at 7:11 AM
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    17. Windows and Doors

      Questions, comments, queries about windows and doors, double glazing etc.
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      Latest: brand new composite door badly warping in sunlight Ian H, 23 May 2019 at 8:34 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: Cutting wooden blinds with a jigsaw - good or bad idea? OM2, 22 May 2019 at 7:30 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: Securing a ladder to fascia Ian H, 22 May 2019 at 11:18 PM
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  3. Cars

    1. General Cars

      For any general discussion about cars.
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      Latest: UK speed camera tolerances revealed (Somewhat). rsgaz, 23 May 2019 at 11:57 PM
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    2. Car Repairs / Maintenance

      Questions, comments, queries about car repairs and maintenance.
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      Latest: Rear Caliper Binding - Seat Toledo MK2 2002 1.9 TDI barrymurphy, 22 May 2019 at 8:38 AM
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  4. Computers

    1. Software

      Issues relating to computer software, e.g. program problems, windows difficulties etc.
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      Latest: resizing programme windows that are too tall for screen mattylad, 23 May 2019 at 10:28 PM
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    2. Hardware

      Issues relating to hardware problems / difficulties.
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      Latest: TV from wifi foxhole, 18 May 2019 at 4:15 PM
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