BBC Homes

DIY tips, programmes, etc.

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DIY Doctor

Dry Rot Identification

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DIY Tips from the BBC

Solutions, tips, and step-by-step advice on this BBC site.

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DIYfixit

Extensive selection of tips for keen DIYers. Areas covered include carpentry, painting and wallpapering.

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Dry Rot

Photographs of dry and wet rot to help you identify the various types of fungus

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Dulux - Decorating Help

Find the products and colours you need, practical advice on how to create the look you want.

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Improveline.com

Online home improvement magazine offers ideas and features on DIY projects, plus a Find a Pro service. Email B&Qs expert panel with DIY queries.

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Prime Location.com

Review of UK residential prime properties

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UK Timber Frame Association

Information about timber-framed buildings

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Wood For Good

Promoters of wood use

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DIY Quilting and Sewing

If you can sew, you can save money by making your own clothes, quilts, etc. AND using the lovely things you make as presents for other people - pretty cot quilts make sweet christening presents. Moor Sewing, based in Devon, can mail you the necessary material - click for website.

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Mending Clothes

Articles on mending clothes - from turning up a hem to repairing tears.

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