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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: Texecom Premier Elite 24 - Developed Fault? diyonly, 24 Jun 2017 at 10:42 AM
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      Latest: Busted my Electric Planer. Can it be fixed or should I scrap it? zenonithus, 23 Jun 2017 at 8:24 PM
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      Latest: Held filling these holes and boxing in pipes please.... Tigercubrider, 24 Jun 2017 at 12:56 PM
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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: Smart/WiFi controlled Radiator Valves... self-build controller? bernardgreen, 23 Jun 2017 at 8:10 AM
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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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    12. Plastering and Rendering

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    14. Roofing and Guttering

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    15. Tiling

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      Latest: Choosing my strimmer/brush-cutter... shortlist Hyundai Vs Honda Burnerman, 24 Jun 2017 at 1:05 PM
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      Latest: Euro Cylinder door locks but cant remove the key. Doggit, 24 Jun 2017 at 11:49 AM
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    18. Wood / Woodwork / Carpentry

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    19. General DIY

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  3. Cars

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      Latest: Mk1 Audi TT, woman's car? garyo, 22 Jun 2017 at 5:45 PM
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