General Self Build & DIY Discussion

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1. Revolutionary tools 1 2

   By H F, September 4, 2019
   • 30 replies
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   • gravelld
   • September 5, 2019

2. some pics from groundworks

   By redtop, September 4, 2019
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   • redtop
   • September 4, 2019

3. Kwikstage scaffold paint needed

   By Vijay, September 2, 2019
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   • PeterW
   • September 4, 2019

4. A conversation with a council tax inspector.

   By epsilonGreedy, August 30, 2019
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   • ProDave
   • September 2, 2019

5. What is the effect of EPC changes?

   By Ferdinand, August 31, 2019   

   • epc
   • epc standard
   • 19 replies
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   • Ferdinand
   • September 1, 2019

6. outside pipe/.cable conduit

   By SallyL, August 28, 2019
   • 11 replies
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   • Pete
   • August 29, 2019

7. Cleaning or Disposal services??

   By Guest, August 28, 2019
   • 1 reply
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   • Ferdinand
   • August 28, 2019

8. Electric suction pump to lift water 1metre.

   By epsilonGreedy, August 27, 2019
   • 19 replies
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   • epsilonGreedy
   • August 27, 2019

9. Bog hole Botticelli - 'Botty' for short - struck today ... twice

   By ToughButterCup, August 25, 2019
   • 15 replies
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   • SteamyTea
   • August 26, 2019

10. Paint flaking off bench

    By H F, August 25, 2019
    • 3 replies
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    • H F
    • August 26, 2019

11. Cracking oak

    By H F, August 22, 2019
    • 10 replies
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    • H F
    • August 23, 2019

12. How can I draft proof this kitchen cabinet?

    By H F, August 20, 2019
    • 23 replies
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    • PeterW
    • August 22, 2019

13. Wind spinners/ mini turbines?

    By Moira Niedzwiecka, August 10, 2019
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    • SteamyTea
    • August 22, 2019

14. Is wood worm really gone?

    By H F, August 22, 2019
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    • DavidFrancis
    • August 22, 2019

15. Sign off before garage is built

    By recoveringbuilder, August 17, 2019
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    • newhome
    • August 18, 2019

16. Recommendations for a Bug Zapper 1 2

    By Ferdinand, July 27, 2019   

    • bug zapper
    • 32 replies
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    • lizzie
    • August 14, 2019

17. Wireless Internet connection 1 2 3

    By lizzie, July 30, 2019
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    • lizzie
    • August 14, 2019

18. urgent ... De Walt Drill Bit holder

    By Ferdinand, August 13, 2019
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    • Temp
    • August 13, 2019

19. Kevin McClod on Self Build

    By SteamyTea, August 9, 2019
    • 10 replies
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    • Ferdinand
    • August 13, 2019

20. Self build costs - those who used their own labour 1 2

    By rh2205, August 7, 2019
    • 27 replies
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    • CC45
    • August 9, 2019

21. Opinel Pruning Knife - Thoughts?

    By Ferdinand, August 3, 2019   

    • pruning knife
    • pruner
    • 13 replies
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    • Ferdinand
    • August 9, 2019

22. Arrrgh can't make my mind up! 1 2

    By gc100, August 5, 2019
    • 27 replies
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    • ProDave
    • August 8, 2019

23. Accessible Path to Front Door

    By Ferdinand, August 6, 2019   

    • accessible pathway
    • ramp
    • 0 replies
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    • Ferdinand
    • August 6, 2019

24. Alcohol ie Surface Cleaners

    By Ferdinand, August 2, 2019   

    • pickle my bones in alcohol
    • degreaser
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      • turpentine
      • acetone
    • 13 replies
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    • Ferdinand
    • August 3, 2019

25. This makes me sick at heart

    By ToughButterCup, August 1, 2019
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    • SteamyTea
    • August 1, 2019