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      Latest: Central Heating Expansion Tank Problem footprints, 16 Jun 2019 at 4:20 PM
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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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      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: Single Storey Extension mikeyd, 13 Jun 2019 at 11:27 AM
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    4. DIY Disasters

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      Latest: oil on glass foxhole, 13 Jun 2019 at 3:17 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: Grab Lorry Hire contacts anyone? garyo, 13 Jun 2019 at 11:08 PM
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      Latest: Some closeup pictures Ian H, 9 Jun 2019
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      Tired after all that DIY? Discuss or debate topical issues here.
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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: I have a Texecom Premier Elite 48 panel and want to add the Smartcom CEL-0001 Wifi unit. sparkymarka, 16 Jun 2019 at 6:11 PM
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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: CDA built in oven door opening while on jj4091, 16 Jun 2019 at 5:40 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: HDMI over Cat5e? Lucid, 16 Jun 2019 at 4:18 PM
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      Latest: Overbearing brickwork between floors 23vc, 16 Jun 2019 at 6:18 PM
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      Latest: Adding balanced flue fire to extension ^woody^, 16 Jun 2019 at 5:36 PM
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      Latest: mist coat won’t stick to new plaster SpecialK, 16 Jun 2019 at 4:59 PM
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      Latest: Oven wiring etc securespark, 16 Jun 2019 at 4:52 PM
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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 mattylad, 24 May 2019
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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: Steel tank but what's in the bottom?!? Obiwantings, 16 Jun 2019 at 3:26 PM
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    10. Home Automation

      The forum to discuss home automation and associated topics.
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      Latest: Alexa controlled heating from the ground up Kistelek, 13 Jun 2019 at 5:49 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: Petrol Strimmer issue After Small Repair Burnerman, 16 Jun 2019 at 6:08 PM
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    12. Plastering and Rendering

      Questions, comments and problems about plastering and rendering.
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      Latest: Rendering Mix Help Needed leevis, 16 Jun 2019 at 9:27 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: Blocked Pan Connector dilalio, 16 Jun 2019 at 5:37 PM
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    14. Roofing and Guttering

      Questions, comments, problems, enquiries regarding roofing and guttering.
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      Latest: Where to cut 2 rafters for skylight gasbusters, 16 Jun 2019 at 9:46 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: Tile Cutter Recommendations? opps, 14 Jun 2019 at 6:14 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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    17. Windows and Doors

      Questions, comments, queries about windows and doors, double glazing etc.
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      Latest: QUALITY Bifold door selection (supply only) God, 16 Jun 2019 at 3:05 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: Boxing in a free standing washing machine Ian H, 16 Jun 2019 at 4:38 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: Best Glue (insulation Board) JobAndKnock, 16 Jun 2019 at 5:06 PM
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  3. Cars

    1. General Cars

      For any general discussion about cars.
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      Latest: End of life car options Iamchamps, 16 Jun 2019 at 6:23 PM
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      Latest: The joy!. Burnerman, 16 Jun 2019 at 6:04 PM
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      Latest: WiFi in large building IT Minion, 12 Jun 2019 at 7:30 PM
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