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| − | == Handy Links == | + | ==Handy Links== |
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==Phone== | ==Phone== | ||
| − | * [http://www.ofcom.org.uk/ Ofcom] (ex-OfTel) UK communications industries regulator | + | *[http://www.ofcom.org.uk/ Ofcom] (ex-OfTel) UK communications industries regulator |
| − | * [http://www.ukphoneinfo.com/locator.php UK Telephone Code Locator] Telephone area code locator | + | *[http://www.ukphoneinfo.com/locator.php UK Telephone Code Locator] Telephone area code locator |
| − | * [http://www.eyp.co.uk/ Electronic Yellow Pages] BT's Electronic Yellow Pages | + | *[http://www.eyp.co.uk/ Electronic Yellow Pages] BT's Electronic Yellow Pages |
==Utilities== | ==Utilities== | ||
| − | * [http://www.ofwat.gov.uk/ OFWAT] Water Regulator many associated links | + | *[http://www.ofwat.gov.uk/ OFWAT] Water Regulator many associated links |
| − | * [http://www.buy.co.uk/ buy.co.uk] Gas, Electricity mobile phone deals | + | *[http://www.buy.co.uk/ buy.co.uk] Gas, Electricity mobile phone deals |
| − | * [http://www.ofgem.gov.uk/ Office of the Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem)] Regulating electricity prices, continuity, quality etc | + | *[http://www.ofgem.gov.uk/ Office of the Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem)] Regulating electricity prices, continuity, quality etc |
| − | * [http://www.hmso.gov.uk/si/si1999/19991148.htm Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations] The official water regulations from HMSO. | + | *[http://www.hmso.gov.uk/si/si1999/19991148.htm Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations] The official water regulations from HMSO. |
| − | * [http://www.hmso.gov.uk/si/si1999/19991506.htm Amendment] to the above regulations | + | *[http://www.hmso.gov.uk/si/si1999/19991506.htm Amendment] to the above regulations |
| − | * Water Regulations Tutorials by [http://www.arrowvalves.co.uk/waterregulations/waterregstutorials.shtml Arrow Valves] | + | *Water Regulations Tutorials by [http://www.arrowvalves.co.uk/waterregulations/waterregstutorials.shtml Arrow Valves] |
==Building Regulations== | ==Building Regulations== | ||
| − | * How [http://www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/ Rushcliffe Borough Council] do it. Once on their site, follow menu to Planning and Building, then Building Control. | + | *How [http://www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/ Rushcliffe Borough Council] do it. Once on their site, follow menu to Planning and Building, then Building Control. |
| − | * How [http://www.cambridge.gov.uk/ Cambridge City Council] do it. Once on their site, click on Building Control, under the Environment section. | + | *How [http://www.cambridge.gov.uk/ Cambridge City Council] do it. Once on their site, click on Building Control, under the Environment section. |
==Government== | ==Government== | ||
| − | * [http://www.hmso.gov.uk/acts.htm Recent Acts of Parliament] HMSO. All Public General Acts from 1996, and Local Acts from 1997, published in full. Party Wall Act, Noise Act, and others relevant to DIY. | + | *[http://www.hmso.gov.uk/acts.htm Recent Acts of Parliament] HMSO. All Public General Acts from 1996, and Local Acts from 1997, published in full. Party Wall Act, Noise Act, and others relevant to DIY. |
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==Associations== | ==Associations== | ||
| − | * [http://www.asfi.org/ ASFI] Association of Suppliers to the Furniture Industry | + | *[http://www.asfi.org/ ASFI] Association of Suppliers to the Furniture Industry |
| − | * [http://www.bbacerts.co.uk/ British Board of Agrement] Information on the performance of certified building products | + | *[http://www.bbacerts.co.uk/ British Board of Agrement] Information on the performance of certified building products |
| − | * [http://www.biw.co.uk/ UK Building Information Warehouse] Directory of suppliers/products. | + | *[http://www.biw.co.uk/ UK Building Information Warehouse] Directory of suppliers/products. |
| − | * [http://www.bsi.org.uk/ British Standards Institution (BSI)] | + | *[http://www.bsi.org.uk/ British Standards Institution (BSI)] |
| − | * [http://www.bwpda.co.uk/ British Wood Preserving and Damp Proofing Association] | + | *[http://www.bwpda.co.uk/ British Wood Preserving and Damp Proofing Association] |
| − | * [http://www.bre.co.uk/ Building Research Establishment] Research into all aspects of buildings and materials | + | *[http://www.bre.co.uk/ Building Research Establishment] Research into all aspects of buildings and materials |
| − | * [http://www.buildingcentre.co.uk/ Building Centre Group] Permanent exhibition of building products (London) | + | *[http://www.buildingcentre.co.uk/ Building Centre Group] Permanent exhibition of building products (London) |
| − | * [http://www.buildingweb.com/ Buildingweb] US CANADA construction industry products etc. | + | *[http://www.buildingweb.com/ Buildingweb] US CANADA construction industry products etc. |
| − | * [http://www.cda.org.uk/ Copper Development Association] Cu pipes, sheet etc FAQs | + | *[http://www.cda.org.uk/ Copper Development Association] Cu pipes, sheet etc FAQs |
| − | * [http://www.iee.org/ IEE] The Institution of Electrical Engineers | + | *[http://www.iee.org/ IEE] The Institution of Electrical Engineers |
| − | * [http://www.iso.ch/ ISO] International Organisation of Standardisation (ISO) | + | *[http://www.iso.ch/ ISO] International Organisation of Standardisation (ISO) |
| − | * [http://www.plumbers.org.uk/index.html The Institute of Plumbing] | + | *[http://www.plumbers.org.uk/index.html The Institute of Plumbing] |
| − | * [http://www.riba.org/ RIBA] Royal Institute of British Architects | + | *[http://www.riba.org/ RIBA] Royal Institute of British Architects |
| − | * [http://www.unimer.co.uk/ Unimer] Directory of some UK builders merchants | + | *[http://www.unimer.co.uk/ Unimer] Directory of some UK builders merchants |
| − | * [http://www.martex.co.uk/trade-associations/ Trade Association Forum] Directory of trade organisations, indexed under both the name of the trade and the name of the organisation | + | *[http://www.martex.co.uk/trade-associations/ Trade Association Forum] Directory of trade organisations, indexed under both the name of the trade and the name of the organisation |
==Green== | ==Green== | ||
| − | * [http://www.cat.org.uk/ Centre for Alternative Technology] The eco-centre in Wales | + | *[http://www.cat.org.uk/ Centre for Alternative Technology] The eco-centre in Wales |
| − | * [http://www.est.org.uk/ Energy Saving Trust] Govt funded, promoting efficient use of energy | + | *[http://www.est.org.uk/ Energy Saving Trust] Govt funded, promoting efficient use of energy |
| − | * [http://surf.to/NaturalTechnology/ NaturalTechnology Systems] Reed bed waste water treatment | + | *[http://surf.to/NaturalTechnology/ NaturalTechnology Systems] Reed bed waste water treatment |
==Electronics and Electrical== | ==Electronics and Electrical== | ||
| − | * [http://www.repairfaq.org/ Repair FAQ]''' Sci.Electronics.Repair''' '''F'''requently '''A'''sked '''Q'''uestion(s). Electronics repair and circuits cookbooks. From CD players to lawn mowers, there are lots of tips archived here. Also circuits for hobbyists and designers. | + | *[http://www.repairfaq.org/ Repair FAQ]''' Sci.Electronics.Repair''' '''F'''requently '''A'''sked '''Q'''uestion(s). Electronics repair and circuits cookbooks. From CD players to lawn mowers, there are lots of tips archived here. Also circuits for hobbyists and designers. |
| − | * [http://www.cetltd.com/ '''C'''ontrol '''E'''ngineering '''T'''echnology] '''CET''' Re-conditioners of CH boiler PCBs, heat exchangers, fans, time clocks, actuators etc. Site lists prices. A very useful service run by Geoff, one of the regulars of uk.d-i-y. | + | *[http://www.cetltd.com/ '''C'''ontrol '''E'''ngineering '''T'''echnology] '''CET''' Re-conditioners of CH boiler PCBs, heat exchangers, fans, time clocks, actuators etc. Site lists prices. A very useful service run by Geoff, one of the regulars of uk.d-i-y. |
| − | * [http://www.cpc.co.uk/ CPC] Electronic parts for TVs VCRs etc | + | *[http://www.cpc.co.uk/ CPC] Electronic parts for TVs VCRs etc |
| − | * [http://www.grandata.co.uk/ Grandata] Electronic components supplier | + | *[http://www.grandata.co.uk/ Grandata] Electronic components supplier |
| − | * [http://www.henrys.co.uk/ Henry's Audio Electronics] CCTV, audio, PA, test instruments, TV. | + | *[http://www.henrys.co.uk/ Henry's Audio Electronics] CCTV, audio, PA, test instruments, TV. |
| − | * [http://www.mkelectric.co.uk/ MK Electric] MK electrical products | + | *[http://www.mkelectric.co.uk/ MK Electric] MK electrical products |
| − | * [http://www.neweysonline.co.uk/ Newey and Eyre] Electrical distributors | + | *[http://www.neweysonline.co.uk/ Newey and Eyre] Electrical distributors |
| − | * [http://rswww.com/ Radio Spares] RS Components (see [http://www.diy-catalogues.html DIY Catalogues]) | + | *[http://rswww.com/ Radio Spares] RS Components (see [http://www.diy-catalogues.html DIY Catalogues]) |
| − | * [http://www.rapidonline.com/] Rapid electronics - components | + | *[http://www.rapidonline.com/] Rapid electronics - components |
| − | * [http://www.hager.co.uk/ Hager] Very good online catalogue for CUs switch gear etc | + | *[http://www.hager.co.uk/ Hager] Very good online catalogue for CUs switch gear etc |
| − | * [http://www.electrium.co.uk/ Electrium] Another good catalogue | + | *[http://www.electrium.co.uk/ Electrium] Another good catalogue |
==Suppliers and Manufacturers== | ==Suppliers and Manufacturers== | ||
| − | * [http://www.archtp.co.uk/ Arch Timber Protection (formerly Hickson Timber Products)] Useful site with info about timber paints and preservatives (e.g. CCA and Tanalith as in "tanalised" timber). A special version of Tanalith uses no Chromium or Arsenic. | + | *[http://www.appliancehouse.co.uk/ Appliance House] Source for house appliances, taps, sinks and electrical sockets |
| − | * [http://www.arciron.com/ Architectural Ironmongery Ltd] Architectural Ironmongery | + | *[http://www.archtp.co.uk/ Arch Timber Protection (formerly Hickson Timber Products)] Useful site with info about timber paints and preservatives (e.g. CCA and Tanalith as in "tanalised" timber). A special version of Tanalith uses no Chromium or Arsenic. |
| − | * [http://www.atlascopco.com/ Atlas Copco] Power tools | + | *[http://www.arciron.com/ Architectural Ironmongery Ltd] Architectural Ironmongery |
| − | * [http://www.baxi.com/ Baxi] Potterton, Baxi, Ideal Standard, Myson - boilers, heating, ventilation | + | *[http://www.atlascopco.com/ Atlas Copco] Power tools |
| − | * [http://www.bosch.co.uk/ Bosch] Power tools | + | *[http://www.baxi.com/ Baxi] Potterton, Baxi, Ideal Standard, Myson - boilers, heating, ventilation |
| − | * [http://www.british-gypsum.bpb.co.uk/ British Gypsum] Plaster, Plasterboard, Insulation and Drylining systems | + | *[http://www.bosch.co.uk/ Bosch] Power tools |
| − | * [http://www.camas.co.uk/ Camas] Hardlandscaping products including Bradstone | + | *[http://www.british-gypsum.bpb.co.uk/ British Gypsum] Plaster, Plasterboard, Insulation and Drylining systems |
| − | * Caradon*, now [http://www.novar.com/ Novar]<nowiki>* (Twyfords, Henrad, </nowiki>[http://www.mkelectric.co.uk/ MK Electric], | + | *[http://www.camas.co.uk/ Camas] Hardlandscaping products including Bradstone |
| − | * [http://www.friedland.co.uk Friedland], Stelrad, Doulton, [http://www.trend-controls.com Trend Controls], Everest, and Ideal products). (*Caradon has been bought by Novar, and several of the old divisions sold off. Try searching the net separately for them) | + | *Caradon*, now [http://www.novar.com/ Novar]<nowiki>* (Twyfords, Henrad, </nowiki>[http://www.mkelectric.co.uk/ MK Electric], |
| − | * [http://www.cooksons.com/store/index.php3 Cooksons] Hand and power tool suppliers, security and ironmongery | + | *[http://www.friedland.co.uk Friedland], Stelrad, Doulton, [http://www.trend-controls.com Trend Controls], Everest, and Ideal products). (*Caradon has been bought by Novar, and several of the old divisions sold off. Try searching the net separately for them) |
| − | * [http://www.cityplumbing.co.uk/ City Plumbing] Fittings, Boilers, Bathroom Suites, Cylinders, Showers | + | *[http://www.cooksons.com/store/index.php3 Cooksons] Hand and power tool suppliers, security and ironmongery |
| − | * [http://www.danfoss-randall.co.uk/ Danfoss-Randall] CH timers, stats and valves | + | *[http://www.cityplumbing.co.uk/ City Plumbing] Fittings, Boilers, Bathroom Suites, Cylinders, Showers |
| − | * [http://www.decoratingdirect.co.uk/ Decorating Direct] Excellent range of paints, varnishes, tools, equipment, sundries and everything to do with decorating. | + | *[http://www.danfoss-randall.co.uk/ Danfoss-Randall] CH timers, stats and valves |
| − | * [http://www.dewalt.com/ Dewalt] Power tools | + | *[http://www.decoratingdirect.co.uk/ Decorating Direct] Excellent range of paints, varnishes, tools, equipment, sundries and everything to do with decorating. |
| − | * [http://www.dremel.com/Europe.html Dremel] Craft tools | + | *[http://www.dewalt.com/ Dewalt] Power tools |
| − | * [http://www.draper.co.uk/ Draper] Tools | + | *[http://www.dremel.com/Europe.html Dremel] Craft tools |
| − | * [http://www.dulux.com/ Dulux] ICI Paints - Colour schemer, choosing paint, decorating tips | + | *[http://www.draper.co.uk/ Draper] Tools |
| − | * [http://www.duotool.co.uk/ Duotool Warehouse Direct] tools, fixings etc | + | *[http://www.dulux.com/ Dulux] ICI Paints - Colour schemer, choosing paint, decorating tips |
| − | * [http://www.ehsmith.co.uk/ EH Smith] Builders merchant | + | *[http://www.duotool.co.uk/ Duotool Warehouse Direct] tools, fixings etc |
| − | * [http://www.evode.co.uk/ Evode] Adhesives and building products | + | *[http://www.ehsmith.co.uk/ EH Smith] Builders merchant |
| − | * [http://www.foxdiy.com/ Fox DIY] Ironmongery, tools, electrical fittings by mail-order | + | *[http://www.evode.co.uk/ Evode] Adhesives and building products |
| − | * [http://www.formica.co.uk/ Formica] Formica! | + | *[http://www.foxdiy.com/ Fox DIY] Ironmongery, tools, electrical fittings by mail-order |
| − | * [http://www.gasman.fsbusiness.co.uk Gasman] Some very useful information on the different types of Central Heating system | + | *[http://www.formica.co.uk/ Formica] Formica! |
| − | * [http://www.graham-group.co.uk/ Graham Group] Graham Builders/Plumbers Merchant | + | *[http://www.gasman.fsbusiness.co.uk Gasman] Some very useful information on the different types of Central Heating system |
| − | * [http://www.hammerite.com/ Hammerite] Special paints fillers | + | *[http://www.graham-group.co.uk/ Graham Group] Graham Builders/Plumbers Merchant |
| − | * Hepworth Heating Ltd (Now [http://www.glow-worm.co.uk/ Glow-worm]) Manufacturers of Glow-worm gas fires and boilers, and Parkray solid fuel boilers | + | *[http://www.hammerite.com/ Hammerite] Special paints fillers |
| − | * [http://www.hepworthplumbing.co.uk/ Hepworth Plumbing] Extensive product range of above- and below-ground drainage products. Includes the Hep2o (previously "Acorn") plastic plumbing range, suitable for central heating systems, and for hot cold water services. A free Hep2o Design and Installation Guide is available: phone Hepworth Plumbing Literature Service on 01226 766927. No guide prices, and a shame the site doesn't show applications. | + | *Hepworth Heating Ltd (Now [http://www.glow-worm.co.uk/ Glow-worm]) Manufacturers of Glow-worm gas fires and boilers, and Parkray solid fuel boilers |
| − | * [http://www.hginternational.com/ HG] Products for cleaning and protecting floors, furniture, kitchens etc | + | *[http://www.hepworthplumbing.co.uk/ Hepworth Plumbing] Extensive product range of above- and below-ground drainage products. Includes the Hep2o (previously "Acorn") plastic plumbing range, suitable for central heating systems, and for hot cold water services. A free Hep2o Design and Installation Guide is available: phone Hepworth Plumbing Literature Service on 01226 766927. No guide prices, and a shame the site doesn't show applications. |
| − | * [http://www.hilti.com/ Hilti] Power tools for drilling, cutting, grinding and sanding, plus sealants, foams and fixings | + | *[http://www.hginternational.com/ HG] Products for cleaning and protecting floors, furniture, kitchens etc |
| − | * [http://www.horstmann.co.uk/pages/wiring.html Horstmann] Central Heating controls | + | *[http://www.hilti.com/ Hilti] Power tools for drilling, cutting, grinding and sanding, plus sealants, foams and fixings |
| − | * [http://www.hrpc.co.uk/ HRPC] Spare parts for heating appliances and boilers | + | *[http://www.horstmann.co.uk/pages/wiring.html Horstmann] Central Heating controls |
| − | * [http://www.hss.co.uk/ HSS] HSS hire shops | + | *[http://www.hrpc.co.uk/ HRPC] Spare parts for heating appliances and boilers |
| − | * [http://www.idealboilers.com/ Ideal-Standard] Bathrooms | + | *[http://www.hss.co.uk/ HSS] HSS hire shops |
| − | * [http://www.industrial-flooring.co.uk Industrial Flooring Services] epoxy resin coatings, resin based overlays and patch repair products for floors. | + | *[http://www.idealboilers.com/ Ideal-Standard] Bathrooms |
| − | * [http://www.isokern.co.uk/ Isokern] Chimneys | + | *[http://www.industrial-flooring.co.uk Industrial Flooring Services] epoxy resin coatings, resin based overlays and patch repair products for floors. |
| − | * [http://www.johncarr.co.uk/ John Carr] Door Window frames | + | *[http://www.isokern.co.uk/ Isokern] Chimneys |
| − | * [http://www.jewson-direct.com Jewson] Builders Merchants | + | *[http://www.johncarr.co.uk/ John Carr] Door Window frames |
| − | * [http://www.keeklamp.com/ Keeklamp] Versatile tube fastening system - handrails, barriers etc. | + | *[http://www.jewson-direct.com Jewson] Builders Merchants |
| − | * [http://www.klober.co.uk/ Klober] Roof fittings | + | *[http://www.keeklamp.com/ Keeklamp] Versatile tube fastening system - handrails, barriers etc. |
| − | * [http://www.knobsandknockers.co.uk/ Knobs and Knockers] door furniture | + | *[http://www.klober.co.uk/ Klober] Roof fittings |
| − | * [http://www.krylon.co.uk/ Krylon] Ronseal varnishes, Colron dyes, Thompsons waterproofing, Krylon spray paint, Isoflex roof repair/waterproofing | + | *[http://www.knobsandknockers.co.uk/ Knobs and Knockers] door furniture |
| − | * [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/ Machinemart] Hand and power tools, lawnmowers, welders etc | + | *[http://www.krylon.co.uk/ Krylon] Ronseal varnishes, Colron dyes, Thompsons waterproofing, Krylon spray paint, Isoflex roof repair/waterproofing |
| − | * [http://www.marley.co.uk/ Marley] Rainwater products and building materials | + | *[http://www.machinemart.co.uk/ Machinemart] Hand and power tools, lawnmowers, welders etc |
| − | * [http://www.marshalls.co.uk/ Marshalls] Hardlandscaping materials, blocks, bricks | + | *[http://www.marley.co.uk/ Marley] Rainwater products and building materials |
| − | * [http://www.mcdonald-engineers.com/ Mcdonald Engineers] Unvented mains pressure HW cylinder | + | *[http://www.marshalls.co.uk/ Marshalls] Hardlandscaping materials, blocks, bricks |
| − | * [http://www.m-p.co.uk/medpass/med_home.htm Meadows and Passmore] Suppliers to clock and barometer repairers | + | *[http://www.mcdonald-engineers.com/ Mcdonald Engineers] Unvented mains pressure HW cylinder |
| − | * [http://www.mirashowers.com/ Mira Showers] (Now part of Kohler Mira): Electric, Mixer and Power Showers. Also see [http://www.mira-spares.co.uk/ Mira spares], a company selling spares online | + | *[http://www.m-p.co.uk/medpass/med_home.htm Meadows and Passmore] Suppliers to clock and barometer repairers |
| − | * [http://www.monument-tools.com/ Monument Tools] Plumbing tools | + | *[http://www.mirashowers.com/ Mira Showers] (Now part of Kohler Mira): Electric, Mixer and Power Showers. Also see [http://www.mira-spares.co.uk/ Mira spares], a company selling spares online |
| − | * [http://www.owenscorning.com/ Owenscorning] Thermal and sound insulations. Design notes | + | *[http://www.monument-tools.com/ Monument Tools] Plumbing tools |
| − | * [http://www.plasplugs.com/ Plasplugs] Plasplugs fixings, tools and abrasives | + | *[http://www.owenscorning.com/ Owenscorning] Thermal and sound insulations. Design notes |
| − | * [http://www.plumbworld.co.uk/ Plumbworld] Plumbing fittings by mail-order | + | *[http://www.plasplugs.com/ Plasplugs] Plasplugs fixings, tools and abrasives |
| − | * [http://www.plumbcenter.co.uk/ Plumb Centre] Online ordering of plumbing, heating, electrical and drainage products etc. | + | *[http://www.plumbworld.co.uk/ Plumbworld] Plumbing fittings by mail-order |
| − | * [http://plasti-kote.com/ Plasti-kote] Plasti-kote spray and brush-on special paints including high temp. | + | *[http://www.plumbcenter.co.uk/ Plumb Centre] Online ordering of plumbing, heating, electrical and drainage products etc. |
| − | * [http://www.polycell.co.uk/ Polycell] Polycell products and applications | + | *[http://plasti-kote.com/ Plasti-kote] Plasti-kote spray and brush-on special paints including high temp. |
| − | * [http://www.portcement.org/ Portland Cement] | + | *[http://www.polycell.co.uk/ Polycell] Polycell products and applications |
| − | * [http://www.potterton.co.uk/ Potterton] Potterton Boilers and accessories. The site has a good description of the pros and cons of different boiler and system types. It even confesses to the 'lack of flow' problem for combi boilers, but also gives the scenarios for which the different systems are preferred. It gives typical designs for various systems. Includes flue clearances. | + | *[http://www.portcement.org/ Portland Cement] |
| − | * [http://www.rawlplug.co.uk/ Rawlplug] Fixings, rawlplugs/bolts and chemical anchors | + | *[http://www.potterton.co.uk/ Potterton] Potterton Boilers and accessories. The site has a good description of the pros and cons of different boiler and system types. It even confesses to the 'lack of flow' problem for combi boilers, but also gives the scenarios for which the different systems are preferred. It gives typical designs for various systems. Includes flue clearances. |
| − | * [http://www.rockwool.co.uk/ Rockwool] Mineral fibre insulation - thermal and acoustic | + | *[http://www.rawlplug.co.uk/ Rawlplug] Fixings, rawlplugs/bolts and chemical anchors |
| − | * [http://www.rockwool.com/ Rockwool Group] | + | *[http://www.rockwool.co.uk/ Rockwool] Mineral fibre insulation - thermal and acoustic |
| − | * [http://www.ronseal.co.uk/ Ronseal] Varnishes and stains | + | *[http://www.rockwool.com/ Rockwool Group] |
| − | * [http://www.ruberoid.co.uk/ Ruberoid] Waterproofing, admixtures and adhesives | + | *[http://www.ronseal.co.uk/ Ronseal] Varnishes and stains |
| − | * [http://www.jeld-wen.co.uk/ Rugby Joinery] (Now Jeld-Wen UK) Boulton Paul, John Carr | + | *[http://www.ruberoid.co.uk/ Ruberoid] Waterproofing, admixtures and adhesives |
| − | * [http://www.rutlands.co.uk Rutlands] Power tools and accessories | + | *[http://www.jeld-wen.co.uk/ Rugby Joinery] (Now Jeld-Wen UK) Boulton Paul, John Carr |
| − | * [http://www.ryobitools.com/ Ryobi] Ryobi power tools | + | *[http://www.rutlands.co.uk Rutlands] Power tools and accessories |
| − | * [http://www.screwfix.com/ Screwfix Direct] Excellent range of screws, nails, fasteners, some electrics and plumbing, sealants, abrasives, drills, blades, locks, odds and sods, hand tools, power tools and accessories (see [http://www.diy-catalogues.html#screwfix DIY Catalogues]) | + | *[http://www.ryobitools.com/ Ryobi] Ryobi power tools |
| − | * [http://www.spear-and-jackson.com/ Spear and Jackson] Hand tools incl. Eclipse | + | *[http://www.onlinepumpsupplies.com/ Online Pump Supplies] Buy Grundfos water pumps for heating and showers |
| − | * [http://www.toolfast.co.uk/ Toolfast] Mail order tools and fixings etc. | + | *[http://www.screwfix.com/ Screwfix Direct] Excellent range of screws, nails, fasteners, some electrics and plumbing, sealants, abrasives, drills, blades, locks, odds and sods, hand tools, power tools and accessories (see [http://www.diy-catalogues.html#screwfix DIY Catalogues]) |
| − | * Torwood Homes, Torwood house kits website no longer exists: Persimmon put Torwood up for sale in May 2001 | + | *[http://www.spear-and-jackson.com/ Spear and Jackson] Hand tools incl. Eclipse |
| − | * [http://www.travisperkins.co.uk/ Travis Perkins] Travis Perkins builders merchants | + | *[http://www.toolfast.co.uk/ Toolfast] Mail order tools and fixings etc. |
| − | * [http://www.trendmachinery.co.uk/ Trend (Routing) Tools Jigs] Good introductory info and glossary on routing. Contents list of their free catalogue (see [diy-catalogues.html DIY Catalogues] ). Trend are manufacturers of router cutters and jigs, and stock Elu routers. | + | *Torwood Homes, Torwood house kits website no longer exists: Persimmon put Torwood up for sale in May 2001 |
| − | * [http://www.unibond.co.uk/ Unibond] Adhesives - PVA and Nomorenails | + | *[http://www.travisperkins.co.uk/ Travis Perkins] Travis Perkins builders merchants |
| − | * [http://www.vent-axia.com/ Vent Axia] Vent Axia ventilation | + | *[http://www.trendmachinery.co.uk/ Trend (Routing) Tools Jigs] Good introductory info and glossary on routing. Contents list of their free catalogue (see [diy-catalogues.html DIY Catalogues] ). Trend are manufacturers of router cutters and jigs, and stock Elu routers. |
| − | * [http://www.excelfibre.com/downloads/products/Warmcel-brochure.pdf Warmcel] Cellulose fibre wall insulation | + | *[http://www.unibond.co.uk/ Unibond] Adhesives - PVA and Nomorenails |
| − | * [http://www.whdirect.co.uk Warehouse Direct] A bit like [diy-catalogues.html#screwfix Screwfix] (see [diy-catalogues.html DIY Catalogues] ) | + | *[http://www.vent-axia.com/ Vent Axia] Vent Axia ventilation |
| − | * [http://www.wd40.com/ WD40] WD40 and 3in1 penetrating and lubricating oils | + | *[http://www.excelfibre.com/downloads/products/Warmcel-brochure.pdf Warmcel] Cellulose fibre wall insulation |
| − | * [http://www.woodco.clara.net/ Woodco] Importers, manufacturers and suppliers of log houses, timber-frame houses, and post and beam houses | + | *[http://www.whdirect.co.uk Warehouse Direct] A bit like [diy-catalogues.html#screwfix Screwfix] (see [diy-catalogues.html DIY Catalogues] ) |
| − | * [http://www.yale.co.uk/ Yale] Security products | + | *[http://www.wd40.com/ WD40] WD40 and 3in1 penetrating and lubricating oils |
| + | *[http://www.woodco.clara.net/ Woodco] Importers, manufacturers and suppliers of log houses, timber-frame houses, and post and beam houses | ||
| + | *[http://www.yale.co.uk/ Yale] Security products | ||
==Telephone== | ==Telephone== | ||
| − | * [http://www.gbnet.net/net/uk-telecom/ UK.Telecom FAQ] and [http://www.epl.co.uk/useful.htm EPL]Telephone related sites. How to wire up 'n' phones and still have them ring! And lots of other phone stuff too. | + | *[http://www.gbnet.net/net/uk-telecom/ UK.Telecom FAQ] and [http://www.epl.co.uk/useful.htm EPL]Telephone related sites. How to wire up 'n' phones and still have them ring! And lots of other phone stuff too. |
==Wooden flooring== | ==Wooden flooring== | ||
| − | * [http://www.kahrs.com Kahrs] Swedish wood flooring | + | *[http://www.kahrs.com Kahrs] Swedish wood flooring |
| − | * [http://www.unicorn-connection.co.uk/woodflooring/ Unicorn Connection] Floating Wood Flooring | + | *[http://www.unicorn-connection.co.uk/woodflooring/ Unicorn Connection] Floating Wood Flooring |
| − | * Forest Floors http://www.forest-floors.co.uk/ [Seems to be broken] | + | *Forest Floors http://www.forest-floors.co.uk/ [Seems to be broken] |
==Woodworking== | ==Woodworking== | ||
| − | * [ | + | *[https://www.isaaclord.co.uk Isaac Lord Woodworking Supplies] A list of Isaac Lord's catalogue contents, special offers, details of the woodturning club and more. |
| − | * [http://www.crowsnest.co.uk/wood.htm Crowsnest Woodworking links in UK] A useful compilation of commercial sites, many of which provide handy general tips, some with excellent graphics. | + | *[http://www.crowsnest.co.uk/wood.htm Crowsnest Woodworking links in UK] A useful compilation of commercial sites, many of which provide handy general tips, some with excellent graphics. |
| − | * [http://www.woodworking.co.uk/ Woodworking (Coeur du Bois)] Everything to do with Woodworking (UK) | + | *[http://www.woodworking.co.uk/ Woodworking (Coeur du Bois)] Everything to do with Woodworking (UK) |
| − | * [http://www.webring.org/cgi-bin/webring?ring=wood&list Woodworking Webring] Woodworking web ring (Mostly US) | + | *[http://www.webring.org/cgi-bin/webring?ring=wood&list Woodworking Webring] Woodworking web ring (Mostly US) |
| − | * [http://www.lie-nielsen.com/ Lie-Nielsen] Woodworking hand tools (US) | + | *[http://www.lie-nielsen.com/ Lie-Nielsen] Woodworking hand tools (US) |
==Other== | ==Other== | ||
| − | * [http://www.chooza-sdsdrill.co.uk Chooza SDS Drill] Comprehensive SDS drill resources with price comparison across all UK online suppliers. | + | *[http://www.chooza-sdsdrill.co.uk Chooza SDS Drill] Comprehensive SDS drill resources with price comparison across all UK online suppliers. |
| − | * [http://www.pavingexpert.com/ Cormaic's Guide to Paving Types and Methods in the UK] <font color="#ff0000" face="Arial">'''Recommended *****'''</font> Paving and Drainage - drives, patios and gardens more. Comprehensive coverage and clear explanations with lots of diagrams and sample costs. Worth a visit if only to see what a well-written web site looks like. See the [http://www.pavingexpert.com/pavguide.htm Site Map] for full details of the contents. | + | *[http://www.pavingexpert.com/ Cormaic's Guide to Paving Types and Methods in the UK] <font color="#ff0000" face="Arial">'''Recommended *****'''</font> Paving and Drainage - drives, patios and gardens more. Comprehensive coverage and clear explanations with lots of diagrams and sample costs. Worth a visit if only to see what a well-written web site looks like. See the [http://www.pavingexpert.com/pavguide.htm Site Map] for full details of the contents. |
| − | * [http://www.u-net.com/ph/cfds/ile/ile-gd-e.htm The Campaign for Dark Skys Guidance Notes] and [http://www.u-net.com/ph/cfds/home.htm What is light pollution?] The Campaign for Dark Skys has some excellent information on fitting outside lights. Anyone planning on doing this should check out their web pages before buying and fitting a lamp. Some countries have now introduced legislation which would make many badly fitted and over-power lamps used here illegal. | + | *[http://www.u-net.com/ph/cfds/ile/ile-gd-e.htm The Campaign for Dark Skys Guidance Notes] and [http://www.u-net.com/ph/cfds/home.htm What is light pollution?] The Campaign for Dark Skys has some excellent information on fitting outside lights. Anyone planning on doing this should check out their web pages before buying and fitting a lamp. Some countries have now introduced legislation which would make many badly fitted and over-power lamps used here illegal. |
| − | * [http://www.pbs.org/hometime/ Hometime] Snippets from an American D-I-Y programme. "An American program[me] on what appears to be real DIY, not like, for example "Home Front" where the various contractors do all the work. The website suggests that the presenters (who bear a disturbing similarity to Ken and Barbie, life-size) actually get their hands dirty. The only caveat is that the methods are those used in the US, where, for example, tile adhesives are as different from UK products as, say, Budweiser is from Fullers' ESB. However the graphics on "howto" more than make up for this." Well worth a visit. | + | *[http://www.pbs.org/hometime/ Hometime] Snippets from an American D-I-Y programme. "An American program[me] on what appears to be real DIY, not like, for example "Home Front" where the various contractors do all the work. The website suggests that the presenters (who bear a disturbing similarity to Ken and Barbie, life-size) actually get their hands dirty. The only caveat is that the methods are those used in the US, where, for example, tile adhesives are as different from UK products as, say, Budweiser is from Fullers' ESB. However the graphics on "howto" more than make up for this." Well worth a visit. |
| − | * [http://www.factsfacts.com/MyHomeRepair/ Jim Evans's Home Repair Stuff] Everything relating to home DIY. It may be a collection of American tips but lots very relevant to the UK. Good site with good links. | + | *[http://www.factsfacts.com/MyHomeRepair/ Jim Evans's Home Repair Stuff] Everything relating to home DIY. It may be a collection of American tips but lots very relevant to the UK. Good site with good links. |
| − | * [http://www.sedbuk.com/ Boiler Efficiency Database] Boiler efficiency comparison | + | *[http://www.sedbuk.com/ Boiler Efficiency Database] Boiler efficiency comparison |
| − | * [http://www.misty.com/~don/f-dim.html Misty.com] Lighting ideas | + | *[http://www.misty.com/~don/f-dim.html Misty.com] Lighting ideas |
| − | * [http://www.salvo.co.uk/ Salvo] Directory of some building materials salvagers | + | *[http://www.salvo.co.uk/ Salvo] Directory of some building materials salvagers |
| − | * http://www.doityourself.com/ Some useful DIY FAQs (US) | + | *http://www.doityourself.com/ Some useful DIY FAQs (US) |
| − | * http://www.diyfixit.com/ More useful DIY tips (UK). Good graphics. | + | *http://www.diyfixit.com/ More useful DIY tips (UK). Good graphics. |
| − | * http://www.gasman.fsbusiness.co.uk/ Some useful information on the different types of Central Heating systems. | + | *http://www.gasman.fsbusiness.co.uk/ Some useful information on the different types of Central Heating systems. |
==Self Build== | ==Self Build== | ||
| − | * Rick Hughes' [http://www.borpin.co.uk/sbfaq/index.htm Self Build FAQ] | + | *Rick Hughes' [http://www.borpin.co.uk/sbfaq/index.htm Self Build FAQ] |
| − | * [http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/UK_Selfbuild/ UK Selfbuild Yahoo! Group] (requires Yahoo! Groups membership) | + | *[http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/UK_Selfbuild/ UK Selfbuild Yahoo! Group] (requires Yahoo! Groups membership) |
| − | * [http://www.selfbuild.armor.co.uk/ DMS Services] Self build site | + | *[http://www.selfbuild.armor.co.uk/ DMS Services] Self build site |
| − | * [http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ Homebuilding Renovating magazine] Home Building, Renovating, Extending. Some DIY, mostly self or custom build. | + | *[http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ Homebuilding Renovating magazine] Home Building, Renovating, Extending. Some DIY, mostly self or custom build. |
| − | ** [http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/Forums.asp Homebuilding Renovating Discussion Forum] | + | **[http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/Forums.asp Homebuilding Renovating Discussion Forum] |
| − | ** [http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ Homebuilding Renovating Magazine's] [http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/Community.SBD.asp Self-build Diaries] | + | **[http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ Homebuilding Renovating Magazine's] [http://www.homebuilding.co.uk/Community.SBD.asp Self-build Diaries] |
| − | * [http://www.mld.co.uk/freeplots/free.htm Landbank Services] Building plots, renovations conversions for sale | + | *[http://www.mld.co.uk/freeplots/free.htm Landbank Services] Building plots, renovations conversions for sale |
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==Software== | ==Software== | ||
| − | * [http://passtheshareware.com/c-calc.htm passtheshareware] Some shareware with a DIY bias | + | *[http://passtheshareware.com/c-calc.htm passtheshareware] Some shareware with a DIY bias |
==Home Automation== | ==Home Automation== | ||
| − | * [http://www.automatedhome.co.uk/ Automated Home (was Mark McCall's UK HA site)] Home Automation products in UK, and reference site containing information about automating your lighting, home entertainment, security, heating etc in your UK home. Also follow the construction of Mark's new home. | + | *[http://www.automatedhome.co.uk/ Automated Home (was Mark McCall's UK HA site)] Home Automation products in UK, and reference site containing information about automating your lighting, home entertainment, security, heating etc in your UK home. Also follow the construction of Mark's new home. |
| − | * http://come.to/diyha Krazy Keith's personal HA | + | *http://come.to/diyha Krazy Keith's personal HA |
| − | * [http://www.blackfirs.com/homeauto.htm Blackfirs] Another personal HA | + | *[http://www.blackfirs.com/homeauto.htm Blackfirs] Another personal HA |
| − | * [http://www.cebus.org/ CE Bus] US Home Automation CEbus Industry | + | *[http://www.cebus.org/ CE Bus] US Home Automation CEbus Industry |
| − | == Sources of Inspiration! == | + | ==Sources of Inspiration!== |
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| − | * [http://ion.le.ac.uk/~ect/house/index.html Chris Mary's house building project] Great photos of a house building project with details of how the plot was found (using a bit of inspiration!) | + | *[http://ion.le.ac.uk/~ect/house/index.html Chris Mary's house building project] Great photos of a house building project with details of how the plot was found (using a bit of inspiration!) |
| − | * [http://www.esatclear.ie/~holly1/index.html Holly's House] Holly's amazing house renovation and garden creation project. Take one derelict house in a lovely setting... | + | *[http://www.esatclear.ie/~holly1/index.html Holly's House] Holly's amazing house renovation and garden creation project. Take one derelict house in a lovely setting... |
| − | * [http://www.bodgesoc.org/Slaithwaite2/Slaithwaite2.html Andy the Pugh] The renovation of Slaithwaite Hall from first principles. Fascinating pictures and more are promised! | + | *[http://www.bodgesoc.org/Slaithwaite2/Slaithwaite2.html Andy the Pugh] The renovation of Slaithwaite Hall from first principles. Fascinating pictures and more are promised! |
| − | * [http://www.internode.co.uk/loft/ John Rumm's Loft Conversion] | + | *[http://www.internode.co.uk/loft/ John Rumm's Loft Conversion] |
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Handy Links
Phone
- Ofcom (ex-OfTel) UK communications industries regulator
- UK Telephone Code Locator Telephone area code locator
- Electronic Yellow Pages BT's Electronic Yellow Pages
Utilities
- OFWAT Water Regulator many associated links
- buy.co.uk Gas, Electricity mobile phone deals
- Office of the Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) Regulating electricity prices, continuity, quality etc
- Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations The official water regulations from HMSO.
- Amendment to the above regulations
- Water Regulations Tutorials by Arrow Valves
Building Regulations
- How Rushcliffe Borough Council do it. Once on their site, follow menu to Planning and Building, then Building Control.
- How Cambridge City Council do it. Once on their site, click on Building Control, under the Environment section.
Government
- Recent Acts of Parliament HMSO. All Public General Acts from 1996, and Local Acts from 1997, published in full. Party Wall Act, Noise Act, and others relevant to DIY.
Associations
- ASFI Association of Suppliers to the Furniture Industry
- British Board of Agrement Information on the performance of certified building products
- UK Building Information Warehouse Directory of suppliers/products.
- British Standards Institution (BSI)
- British Wood Preserving and Damp Proofing Association
- Building Research Establishment Research into all aspects of buildings and materials
- Building Centre Group Permanent exhibition of building products (London)
- Buildingweb US CANADA construction industry products etc.
- Copper Development Association Cu pipes, sheet etc FAQs
- IEE The Institution of Electrical Engineers
- ISO International Organisation of Standardisation (ISO)
- The Institute of Plumbing
- RIBA Royal Institute of British Architects
- Unimer Directory of some UK builders merchants
- Trade Association Forum Directory of trade organisations, indexed under both the name of the trade and the name of the organisation
Green
- Centre for Alternative Technology The eco-centre in Wales
- Energy Saving Trust Govt funded, promoting efficient use of energy
- NaturalTechnology Systems Reed bed waste water treatment
Electronics and Electrical
- Repair FAQ Sci.Electronics.Repair Frequently Asked Question(s). Electronics repair and circuits cookbooks. From CD players to lawn mowers, there are lots of tips archived here. Also circuits for hobbyists and designers.
- Control Engineering Technology CET Re-conditioners of CH boiler PCBs, heat exchangers, fans, time clocks, actuators etc. Site lists prices. A very useful service run by Geoff, one of the regulars of uk.d-i-y.
- CPC Electronic parts for TVs VCRs etc
- Grandata Electronic components supplier
- Henry's Audio Electronics CCTV, audio, PA, test instruments, TV.
- MK Electric MK electrical products
- Newey and Eyre Electrical distributors
- Radio Spares RS Components (see DIY Catalogues)
- [1] Rapid electronics - components
- Hager Very good online catalogue for CUs switch gear etc
- Electrium Another good catalogue
Suppliers and Manufacturers
- Appliance House Source for house appliances, taps, sinks and electrical sockets
- Arch Timber Protection (formerly Hickson Timber Products) Useful site with info about timber paints and preservatives (e.g. CCA and Tanalith as in "tanalised" timber). A special version of Tanalith uses no Chromium or Arsenic.
- Architectural Ironmongery Ltd Architectural Ironmongery
- Atlas Copco Power tools
- Baxi Potterton, Baxi, Ideal Standard, Myson - boilers, heating, ventilation
- Bosch Power tools
- British Gypsum Plaster, Plasterboard, Insulation and Drylining systems
- Camas Hardlandscaping products including Bradstone
- Caradon*, now Novar* (Twyfords, Henrad, MK Electric,
- Friedland, Stelrad, Doulton, Trend Controls, Everest, and Ideal products). (*Caradon has been bought by Novar, and several of the old divisions sold off. Try searching the net separately for them)
- Cooksons Hand and power tool suppliers, security and ironmongery
- City Plumbing Fittings, Boilers, Bathroom Suites, Cylinders, Showers
- Danfoss-Randall CH timers, stats and valves
- Decorating Direct Excellent range of paints, varnishes, tools, equipment, sundries and everything to do with decorating.
- Dewalt Power tools
- Dremel Craft tools
- Draper Tools
- Dulux ICI Paints - Colour schemer, choosing paint, decorating tips
- Duotool Warehouse Direct tools, fixings etc
- EH Smith Builders merchant
- Evode Adhesives and building products
- Fox DIY Ironmongery, tools, electrical fittings by mail-order
- Formica Formica!
- Gasman Some very useful information on the different types of Central Heating system
- Graham Group Graham Builders/Plumbers Merchant
- Hammerite Special paints fillers
- Hepworth Heating Ltd (Now Glow-worm) Manufacturers of Glow-worm gas fires and boilers, and Parkray solid fuel boilers
- Hepworth Plumbing Extensive product range of above- and below-ground drainage products. Includes the Hep2o (previously "Acorn") plastic plumbing range, suitable for central heating systems, and for hot cold water services. A free Hep2o Design and Installation Guide is available: phone Hepworth Plumbing Literature Service on 01226 766927. No guide prices, and a shame the site doesn't show applications.
- HG Products for cleaning and protecting floors, furniture, kitchens etc
- Hilti Power tools for drilling, cutting, grinding and sanding, plus sealants, foams and fixings
- Horstmann Central Heating controls
- HRPC Spare parts for heating appliances and boilers
- HSS HSS hire shops
- Ideal-Standard Bathrooms
- Industrial Flooring Services epoxy resin coatings, resin based overlays and patch repair products for floors.
- Isokern Chimneys
- John Carr Door Window frames
- Jewson Builders Merchants
- Keeklamp Versatile tube fastening system - handrails, barriers etc.
- Klober Roof fittings
- Knobs and Knockers door furniture
- Krylon Ronseal varnishes, Colron dyes, Thompsons waterproofing, Krylon spray paint, Isoflex roof repair/waterproofing
- Machinemart Hand and power tools, lawnmowers, welders etc
- Marley Rainwater products and building materials
- Marshalls Hardlandscaping materials, blocks, bricks
- Mcdonald Engineers Unvented mains pressure HW cylinder
- Meadows and Passmore Suppliers to clock and barometer repairers
- Mira Showers (Now part of Kohler Mira): Electric, Mixer and Power Showers. Also see Mira spares, a company selling spares online
- Monument Tools Plumbing tools
- Owenscorning Thermal and sound insulations. Design notes
- Plasplugs Plasplugs fixings, tools and abrasives
- Plumbworld Plumbing fittings by mail-order
- Plumb Centre Online ordering of plumbing, heating, electrical and drainage products etc.
- Plasti-kote Plasti-kote spray and brush-on special paints including high temp.
- Polycell Polycell products and applications
- Portland Cement
- Potterton Potterton Boilers and accessories. The site has a good description of the pros and cons of different boiler and system types. It even confesses to the 'lack of flow' problem for combi boilers, but also gives the scenarios for which the different systems are preferred. It gives typical designs for various systems. Includes flue clearances.
- Rawlplug Fixings, rawlplugs/bolts and chemical anchors
- Rockwool Mineral fibre insulation - thermal and acoustic
- Rockwool Group
- Ronseal Varnishes and stains
- Ruberoid Waterproofing, admixtures and adhesives
- Rugby Joinery (Now Jeld-Wen UK) Boulton Paul, John Carr
- Rutlands Power tools and accessories
- Ryobi Ryobi power tools
- Online Pump Supplies Buy Grundfos water pumps for heating and showers
- Screwfix Direct Excellent range of screws, nails, fasteners, some electrics and plumbing, sealants, abrasives, drills, blades, locks, odds and sods, hand tools, power tools and accessories (see DIY Catalogues)
- Spear and Jackson Hand tools incl. Eclipse
- Toolfast Mail order tools and fixings etc.
- Torwood Homes, Torwood house kits website no longer exists: Persimmon put Torwood up for sale in May 2001
- Travis Perkins Travis Perkins builders merchants
- Trend (Routing) Tools Jigs Good introductory info and glossary on routing. Contents list of their free catalogue (see [diy-catalogues.html DIY Catalogues] ). Trend are manufacturers of router cutters and jigs, and stock Elu routers.
- Unibond Adhesives - PVA and Nomorenails
- Vent Axia Vent Axia ventilation
- Warmcel Cellulose fibre wall insulation
- Warehouse Direct A bit like [diy-catalogues.html#screwfix Screwfix] (see [diy-catalogues.html DIY Catalogues] )
- WD40 WD40 and 3in1 penetrating and lubricating oils
- Woodco Importers, manufacturers and suppliers of log houses, timber-frame houses, and post and beam houses
- Yale Security products
Telephone
- UK.Telecom FAQ and EPLTelephone related sites. How to wire up 'n' phones and still have them ring! And lots of other phone stuff too.
Wooden flooring
- Kahrs Swedish wood flooring
- Unicorn Connection Floating Wood Flooring
- Forest Floors http://www.forest-floors.co.uk/ [Seems to be broken]
Woodworking
- Isaac Lord Woodworking Supplies A list of Isaac Lord's catalogue contents, special offers, details of the woodturning club and more.
- Crowsnest Woodworking links in UK A useful compilation of commercial sites, many of which provide handy general tips, some with excellent graphics.
- Woodworking (Coeur du Bois) Everything to do with Woodworking (UK)
- Woodworking Webring Woodworking web ring (Mostly US)
- Lie-Nielsen Woodworking hand tools (US)
Other
- Chooza SDS Drill Comprehensive SDS drill resources with price comparison across all UK online suppliers.
- Cormaic's Guide to Paving Types and Methods in the UK Recommended ***** Paving and Drainage - drives, patios and gardens more. Comprehensive coverage and clear explanations with lots of diagrams and sample costs. Worth a visit if only to see what a well-written web site looks like. See the Site Map for full details of the contents.
- The Campaign for Dark Skys Guidance Notes and What is light pollution? The Campaign for Dark Skys has some excellent information on fitting outside lights. Anyone planning on doing this should check out their web pages before buying and fitting a lamp. Some countries have now introduced legislation which would make many badly fitted and over-power lamps used here illegal.
- Hometime Snippets from an American D-I-Y programme. "An American program[me] on what appears to be real DIY, not like, for example "Home Front" where the various contractors do all the work. The website suggests that the presenters (who bear a disturbing similarity to Ken and Barbie, life-size) actually get their hands dirty. The only caveat is that the methods are those used in the US, where, for example, tile adhesives are as different from UK products as, say, Budweiser is from Fullers' ESB. However the graphics on "howto" more than make up for this." Well worth a visit.
- Jim Evans's Home Repair Stuff Everything relating to home DIY. It may be a collection of American tips but lots very relevant to the UK. Good site with good links.
- Boiler Efficiency Database Boiler efficiency comparison
- Misty.com Lighting ideas
- Salvo Directory of some building materials salvagers
- http://www.doityourself.com/ Some useful DIY FAQs (US)
- http://www.diyfixit.com/ More useful DIY tips (UK). Good graphics.
- http://www.gasman.fsbusiness.co.uk/ Some useful information on the different types of Central Heating systems.
Self Build
- Rick Hughes' Self Build FAQ
- UK Selfbuild Yahoo! Group (requires Yahoo! Groups membership)
- DMS Services Self build site
- Homebuilding Renovating magazine Home Building, Renovating, Extending. Some DIY, mostly self or custom build.
- Landbank Services Building plots, renovations conversions for sale
Software
- passtheshareware Some shareware with a DIY bias
Home Automation
- Automated Home (was Mark McCall's UK HA site) Home Automation products in UK, and reference site containing information about automating your lighting, home entertainment, security, heating etc in your UK home. Also follow the construction of Mark's new home.
- http://come.to/diyha Krazy Keith's personal HA
- Blackfirs Another personal HA
- CE Bus US Home Automation CEbus Industry
Sources of Inspiration!
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