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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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    3. Your Projects

      Are you working on your own home improvement project? Share tips, ideas, and frustrations with others.
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      Latest: Cavity petra robbie, 13 Jun 2021 at 9:16 PM
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    4. DIY Disasters

      Tell us about your DIY disasters.
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      Latest: Removing wallpaper sxturbo, 13 Jun 2021 at 12:41 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: Changing Vented S plan to Unvented S Plan TimboTwo, 13 Jun 2021 at 9:05 PM
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    7. Hobbies

      A place to talk about your hobbies.
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      Latest: DIY Squirrel deterrer Munroist, 11 Jun 2021 at 12:31 PM
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    8. General Discussion

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      Latest: Change one letter. HERTS P&D, 13 Jun 2021 at 10:23 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: Fire Alarm Call Point Test Keys mattylad, 13 Jun 2021 at 4:30 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: Is gas cooker oven electrode a consumable? RrogerD, 13 Jun 2021 at 6:31 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: Intermittent HDMI cable connection Corazones, 13 Jun 2021 at 4:04 PM
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    4. Building

      Questions, comments and enquiries related to all aspects of building.
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      Latest: Loft conversion - do I need structural engineer? pilsbury, 13 Jun 2021 at 9:59 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: Private building control Vs council tony1851, 13 Jun 2021 at 9:20 PM
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      Questions & discussion regarding all aspects of painting & decorating.
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      Latest: Best Masking Tape Wallpaper to Paint opps, 13 Jun 2021 at 6:53 PM
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      Questions, comments and enquiries related to household electrics in the UK.
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      Latest: Upcoming job for daughter Harry Bloomfield, 13 Jun 2021 at 10:17 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: How safe are bayonet (B22) to Edison (E27) adaptors? EFLImpudence, 6 Jun 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: Correct preparation for self levelling compound? Rob3D, 13 Jun 2021 at 11:57 AM
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    10. Home Automation

      The forum to discuss home automation and associated topics.
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      Latest: Honeywell evohome sxturbo, 1 Jun 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: Strimmer and Hedge Trimmer: Petrol or Battery? conny, 13 Jun 2021 at 9:20 PM
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    12. Plastering and Rendering

      Questions, comments and problems about plastering and rendering.
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      Latest: 7x1m external render... £2k..? fiskrond, 13 Jun 2021 at 9:12 PM
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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: Using tap hot water for cooking Hugh Jaleak, 13 Jun 2021 at 10:23 PM
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    14. Roofing and Guttering

      Questions, comments, problems, enquiries regarding roofing and guttering.
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      Latest: Any idea what this hole in the roof is for? zebedee2001, 13 Jun 2021 at 10:12 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: To tile or wall panel huw169, 13 Jun 2021 at 9:58 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: Supply only UPVC window recomendations Eccles, 13 Jun 2021 at 5:32 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: Jigsaw to Replace my Makita 4334D? uptoyou, 13 Jun 2021 at 10:02 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: Garage insulation and damp Thrifty McNifty, 13 Jun 2021 at 8:31 PM
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  3. Cars

    1. General Cars

      For any general discussion about cars.
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      Latest: Ride on tractor jj4091, 13 Jun 2021 at 5:30 AM
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    2. Car Repairs / Maintenance

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      Latest: Engine stand mounting bolts failed JohnD, 13 Jun 2021 at 9:30 PM
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  4. Computers

    1. Software

      Issues relating to computer software, e.g. program problems, windows difficulties etc.
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    2. Hardware

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      Latest: Desktop PC required to run Blender. sxturbo, 9 Jun 2021 at 2:39 PM
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