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Review Aqara Radiator Thermostat W600 Review

Looking for a smarter way to manage your heating this winter? We’ve been testing the new Aqara Radiator Thermostat W600 to see how quiet, accurate and easy it is to use around the home. It’s designed to fit most UK and European TRV bodies straight out of the box, thanks to the adapters included. Read the full review to see how it compares.

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Offer Up to 30% off on Bosch and Dremel with Amazon Prime Day

Get up to 30% off Bosch and Dremel with Amazon Prime Day, plus many more deals during the 13th and 14th October. Click here to view the deals available. *DIYnot.com is an Amazon Associate and may earn from qualifying purchases.

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News Hardware stores to remain open for essential items

DIY and hardware stores have been classed as essential retailers and therefore will be allowed to continue trading during the latest round of restrictions that will see all non-essential retailers close. Continue reading...

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News One in three Brits injure themselves doing DIY

With another bank holiday weekend fast approaching many Brits will be turning their attention to a DIY project. According to a nationwide poll, today (May 2nd) at 2.30pm is the most popular time to start a project before the May bank holiday gets underway. Continue reading...

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News Avoid decor disasters

Fear of making costly mistakes or ending up with disappointing results can often mean home decorating jobs are left on the to-do list. Continue reading...

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News B&Q cuts Black Friday sales

Black Friday has become synonymous with cut-price deals – but one retailer is pulling out of the annual event. Continue reading...

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News Painting voted the nation’s favourite hobby

Baking and knitting are no match for painting when it comes to finding out the UK's favourite craft hobby. Continue reading...

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News Ten hacks to keep your garage neat and tidy

It's last place you'd find a car – but the garage often becomes a dumping ground for everything else that doesn't fit in the house. Continue reading...

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News Brits need to redecorate before their house feels like a home

When it comes to making a house a home, it seems there's just one method: a fresh lick of paint. Continue reading...

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News Get some upcycling advice from TV presenter Max McMurdo

As turning junk to treasure becomes a national pastime, TV presenter Max McMurdo has some advice on the best way to upcycle. Continue reading...

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News Keep your home cool this summer

Summer's here – and just in case Britain is able to bask in glorious sunshine for more than two consecutive days, here are some ways to keep your home cool. Continue reading...

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News ENGIE lands in energy market with smart control

The largest company to enter the UK home energy market for 15 years has arrived armed with a new smart heating control system. Continue reading...

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News Home improvement plans could invalidate insurance policies

A price comparison website has warned that major DIY improvements could invalidate home insurance policies. Continue reading...

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News Learn a range of heritage skills from the experts

Retirement housebuilder McCarthy and Stone is inviting people across the country to celebrate the heritage skills of older people throughout its developments across a number of regions in June and July. Continue reading...

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News Gadget gets the Dragon’s seal of approval

Dragon's Den entrepreneur Peter Jones is backing a new portable gas stove described as the must-have gadget of the summer. Continue reading...

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News A groomed garden adds £2,000 to home values

A well-kept garden can add up to £2,000 in value to a British home, according to new research. Continue reading...

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News 12 tricks to fix broken things

It's often easier to throw broken or damaged items away and buy new ones – but now you don't have to. Continue reading...

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News Grow your own pumpkin this Halloween

With 134 days until Halloween, it is the perfect time to plant your pumpkin seeds in preparation for harvesting and carving by October 31. Continue reading...

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News Third Bunnings store opens with more planned

A third Bunnings Warehouse store has opened in the UK and Ireland following the Australian firm's takeover of Homebase. Continue reading...

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News Checkatrade reveals the three top gifts for DIY-mad dad this Father’s Day

With Father's Day rapidly approaching, time is running out to get some last minute gifts – but here are some top gift ideas for those DIY-mad dads. Continue reading...

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News Display your little Da Vinci’s works of art

They've been a huge success in Europe. Now Dynamic Frames is bringing their MyLittleDavinci range of picture frames to the UK. Continue reading...

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News The crafty bathroom hacks you can make at home

It's one of the most important rooms in your home – but three out of four Brits are unhappy with their bathrooms. Continue reading...

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News The jobs to get you ready for summer

Slightly more sunshine and lighter evenings can only mean one thing – summer is on the way! Continue reading...

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News Try, try and try again – then give up

Britons take an average of just 37 minutes and three attempts to try their hand at a DIY task before giving up, according to new research. Continue reading...

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News Bricking it: how Lego is taking over home decoration

Since it was established in 1949, Lego has become one of the world's biggest brands. But while it is famous for its miniature construction sets, it's now becoming part of everyday home improvement – as these images show. Continue reading...

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