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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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    3. Your Projects

      Are you working on your own home improvement project? Share tips, ideas, and frustrations with others.
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      Latest: Double whammy!? StephenStephen, 15 Dec 2018 at 10:43 AM
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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: Condensation solutions foxhole, 16 Dec 2018 at 5:32 PM
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    7. Hobbies

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      Latest: What video game are you playing? Ian H, 11 Dec 2018 at 10:47 PM
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    8. General Discussion

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      Latest: UK involved in the biggest decision of recent history and TM is more concerned with possible insult ellal, 16 Dec 2018 at 7:43 PM
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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: Scantronic 9752 - Zone Settings Question sparkymarka, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:10 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: washing machine drum bearings foxhole, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:26 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: iplayer on laptop won't play Min, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:27 PM
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    4. Building

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      Latest: Cracks and movement since upvc installation Andrea4441, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:41 PM
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      Latest: Building Regs for Doors & Windows RichA, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:33 PM
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      Latest: Base paper - leave or not to leave? electromonks, 15 Dec 2018 at 2:48 PM
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      Latest: Wiring a BT Socket Jetheat, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:47 PM
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      Questions, comments and enquiries related to household electrics outside of the UK from around the world.
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      Latest: Discussion of ElectricaL Systems in the Philippines ericmark, 2 Dec 2018
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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: Concerned about BCO’s advice (floor insulation install) ToastyToes, 16 Dec 2018 at 7:31 PM
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    10. Home Automation

      The forum to discuss home automation and associated topics.
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      Latest: Smart Leak Detector opps, 15 Dec 2018 at 8:51 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: Greenhouse glazing clips Ginelle, 16 Dec 2018 at 6:16 PM
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    12. Plastering and Rendering

      Questions, comments and problems about plastering and rendering.
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      Latest: Best way to Insulate 9inch solid wall foxhole, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:46 PM
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    13. Plumbing and Central Heating

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      Latest: UFH house seems cold Gasguru, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:48 PM
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    14. Roofing and Guttering

      Questions, comments, problems, enquiries regarding roofing and guttering.
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      Latest: Roof diagonal cross bracing noseall, 16 Dec 2018 at 6:26 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: Cement render vs plasterboard for tiling? Bonni, 15 Dec 2018 at 1:34 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: Stone saw coil pack advice SammyInnit, 16 Dec 2018 at 3:08 PM
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    17. Windows and Doors

      Questions, comments, queries about windows and doors, double glazing etc.
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      Latest: Direction of travel - Doors opening jonbey, 16 Dec 2018 at 7:41 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: Woodworm in 3 month old treated joists. ToastyToes, 16 Dec 2018 at 5:46 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: Anyone Tried Cutting Hood Cowling With This Thing? foxhole, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:19 PM
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  3. Cars

    1. General Cars

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      Latest: Moving to rural Wales and need a new vehicle... Belle427, 16 Dec 2018 at 7:34 PM
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    2. Car Repairs / Maintenance

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      Latest: 2005 Volvo S40 1.8 smoke from exhaust Bwalls, 16 Dec 2018 at 8:03 PM
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  4. Computers

    1. Software

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      Latest: PDF to DOC empip, 16 Dec 2018 at 6:43 AM
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    2. Hardware

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      Latest: Keeping hands and feet warm while working at a the computer JohnD, 15 Dec 2018 at 12:02 PM
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