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    Garden room brick/block advice please

    Building a garden room with brick or block is a solid choice, but getting the insulation and damp-proofing right is key. Make sure you consider cavity insulation, vapour control, and how moisture will be managed between the blockwork and internal finishes. Here’s a related discussion on...
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    Mould in bedroom

    Mould in the bedroom isn’t just about appearance, it’s often a sign of too much moisture or poor airflow. Boosting ventilation (open windows or install vents) and keeping surfaces dry are key. For more information visit...
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    Immigrants, to pass A level English, or out

    That’s a strong point, such a requirement could end up excluding a huge chunk of people, including many British-born citizens. Seems like it would be really controversial and not just about immigrants. Here’s a related thread...
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    wiki pictures not showing?

    Looks like the images on DIYnot are broken on their end, not yours. They have had permission issues with old wiki files before. For a timed fan, the new colours are: brown = live, blue = neutral, grey/black sleeved brown = switched/permanent live.
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    Petition to revoke the independence of the USA

    Haha, this is hilarious! Definitely a tongue-in-cheek take on the differences between the US and UK. Love how it pokes fun at both cultures, all in good fun, of course.
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    us (UK) as seen by them (USA)

    It captures the little quirks of UK life that locals stop noticing, but visitors find fascinating. Some points are exaggerated for humour, but overall it’s a nice reminder of how our culture looks from the outside. Thanks for sharing, it definitely brought a smile!
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