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==General DIY supplies==
 
==General DIY supplies==
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* [http://www.screwfix.com/ Screwfix Direct]
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[[image:IMAG1572-2_aldi_sheep_cows.jpg|right|200px|One of Aldi's offers]]
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: Wide range of tools and materials at generally competitive prices. Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available. Delivered by carrier. Some trade counters: open long hours, open to public. [Screwfix Review]
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*[http://www.screwfix.com/ Screwfix Direct]
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:Wide range of tools and materials at generally competitive prices. Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available. Delivered by carrier. Some trade counters: open long hours, open to public. [Screwfix Review]
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*[http://www.toolstation.com/ Toolstation]
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:Wide range of tools and materials at generally lower prices than Screwfix. Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available. Delivered by carrier. Some trade counters: ''opening hours?'', open to public.
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*[http://www.thesitebox.com THESITEBOX.COM]
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:30,000+ products - Hand tools to power tools, vast range of fixings. Free delivery on orders over £50. Office open mon to fri 9am - 5:30pm, online store open 24/7.
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*[http://www.westfalia.net/ Westfalia]
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:Curious mix of gimmicky gadgets (similar to 'Innovations' catalogue) and cheap tools & materials, some quite specialised (e.g. watch repair). Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available.
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*[http://www.lidl.co.uk/ LiDL]
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*[http://www.adli.co.uk/ ALDI]
  
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* [http://www.toolstation.com/ Toolstation]
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:Twin (almost anagrammatic) German-owned supermarket chains featuring range of special offers changing approx weekly, many of DIY interest. Buy-in-store only. Individual branches do not always carry all specials listed on website (or on in-store flyers), and popular items often sell out quickly.
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: Wide range of tools and materials at generally lower prices than Screwfix (sometimes by only £0.01!). Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available. Delivered by carrier. Some trade counters: ''opening hours?'', open to public.
 
  
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* [http://www.westfalia.net/ Westfalia]
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*[http://www.whdirect.co.uk/home.php Whdirect] A cross between screwfix and a pound shop. Some items much cheaper than elsewhere, eg [http://www.whdirect.co.uk/product.php?productid=3808&cat=59&page=1 fixing blocks]
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: Curious mix of gimmicky gadgets (similar to 'Innovations' catalogue) and cheap tools & materials, some quite specialised (e.g. watch repair). Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available.
 
  
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* [http://www.lidl.co.uk/ LiDL]
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*[http://www.websparky.co.uk/ WEBSPARKY.CO.UK]
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* [http://www.adli.co.uk/ ALDI]
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: Twin (almost anagrammatic) German-owned supermarket chains featuring range of special offers changing approx weekly, many of DIY interest. Buy-in-store only. Individual branches do not always carry all specials listed on website (or on in-store flyers), and popular items often sell out quickly.
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:Supplies a wide range of Wiring accessories, installation materials and equipment. Online Store open 24/7. Free delivery on orders over £99.00 - Price match promise.
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*[http://www.Lakestools.co.uk LAKESTOOLS.CO.UK]
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:SEALEY TOOLS Suppliers of Sealey Tools and Sealey Spares.
  
 
==DIY stores==
 
==DIY stores==
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In general the DIY stores' online operations are pretty much separate from what may be available in their shops.
 
In general the DIY stores' online operations are pretty much separate from what may be available in their shops.
  
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* [http://www.diy.co.uk/ B&Q]
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*[http://www.diy.co.uk/ B&Q]
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: Range of items available online. Bigger stores have trade counters supplying 'trade' goods at competitive prices. Consumer items generally much more expensive than online suppliers.
 
  
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* [http://www.homebase.co.uk/ Homebase]
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:Range of items available online. Bigger stores have trade counters supplying 'trade' goods at competitive prices. Consumer items generally much more expensive than online suppliers.
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: Separate? range of items available online - actually delivered by Argos
 
  
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* [http://www.focusdiy.co.uk/ Focus]
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*[http://www.homebase.co.uk/ Homebase]
  
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* [http://www.wickes.co.uk/ Wickes]
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:Separate? range of items available online - actually delivered by Argos
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: Some items available online. Most goods are own-brand (often obviously rebadged).
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: [http://groups.google.co.uk/group/uk.d-i-y/browse_frm/thread/36431f66238073ef/0bd21c6305c66f03#0bd21c6305c66f03 Wickes Review]
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*[http://www.wickes.co.uk/ Wickes]
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:Some items available online. Most goods are own-brand (often obviously rebadged). They won't deliver larger items such as 8' timber.
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:[http://groups.google.co.uk/group/uk.d-i-y/browse_frm/thread/36431f66238073ef/0bd21c6305c66f03#0bd21c6305c66f03 Wickes Review]
  
 
==Tools and machinery==
 
==Tools and machinery==
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* [http://www.axminster.co.uk/ Axminster]
 
  
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* [http://www.ebay.co.uk Ebay] - the big unknown
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*[http://www.axminster.co.uk/ Axminster]
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*[http://www.justoffbase.co.uk/ JustOffBase] Mostly Engineering & Automotive tools, some Carpentry, Construction, Electrical, camping etc...
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*[http://www.ebay.co.uk Ebay] Many small suppliers of all sorts (in Ebay shops) as well as mostly one-off private sales
  
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* [http://ebid.co.uk/ Ebid]
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*[http://ebid.co.uk/ Ebid]
  
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* [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/ Machine Mart]
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*[http://www.machinemart.co.uk/ Machine Mart]
  
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* [[Poundland Review|Poundland]] and similar high street cheap shops.
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*[http://www.silverlinetools.com/ Silverline Tools] are a budget brand (usually of reasonable quality) found in many retail & trade outlets.
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: Often have tools at extremely low prices, many items of adequate quality to do the job, but some not.
 
  
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* Power Rewind - industrial supplier, extensive range, with prices to match. Useful for specialist items you can't find anywhere else.
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*[http://www.tooled-up.co.uk Tooled-Up]
  
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tool-up.co.uk
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*[http://www.toolbank.co.uk/ ToolBank]
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*[[Poundland Review|Poundland]] and similar high street cheap shops.
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:Often have tools at extremely low prices, many items of adequate quality to do the job, but some not.
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*Power Rewind - industrial supplier, extensive range, with prices to match. Useful for specialist items you can't find anywhere else.
  
 
http://www.londontools.co.uk/
 
http://www.londontools.co.uk/
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http://www.tool-up.co.uk
 
http://www.tool-up.co.uk
  
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http://www.tooled-up.co.uk
 
  
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http://www.toolbank.co.uk/
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http://www.thetoolbag.com.
  
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http://www.silverlinetools.com/ - budget tools
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==Electrical==
  
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http://www.thetoolbag.com.
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*[http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/ TLC direct]
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:good range at generally reasonable prices
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:Online and via several trade counters in South UK
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*[http://www.electricalcounter.co.uk/ The Electrical Counter]
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:Online Electrical Wholesalers with a wide range of electrical products for trade and public orders at competitive trade prices.
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*[http://www.gil-lec.co.uk/ Gil-lec Electrical Wholesalers]
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:Online Electrical Wholesalers. Wide range of electrical products at competitive trade prices.
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:Trade and Consumer oriented
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*[http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Connect-Lighting Connect Lighting]
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:mostly lighting, also some fans & inverters; low prices
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:''currently only online via eBay (from bricks & mortar operation in Reading: other sales via reps)''
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*[http://www.discount-electrical.co.uk/ Shop4 All Electrical Ltd]
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:General electrical suppliers
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:Will supply 2 or 3 metre lengths of trunking by mail order (delivered by Tuffnells)
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*[http://www.websparky.co.uk/ WEBSPARKY.CO.UK]
  
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:Online only UK electrical wholesaler, best prices on all Major brands.
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:Cable sold by the Metre, huge range of wiring accessories.
  
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* [https://www.meterboxesdirect.co.uk/electric-meter-box.html meterboxesdirect.co.uk]
  
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==Electrical==
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:Electrical Meter boxes & enclosures online shop. Good range of products, reasonable prices.
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* [http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/ TLC direct]
 
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: good range at generally reasonable prices
 
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: Online and via several trade counters in South UK
 
  
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* [http://www.gil-lec.co.uk/ Gil-lec Electrical Wholesalers]
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* [https://tricel.ie/industrial-enclosures Tricel]
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: Online Electrical Wholesalers. Wide range of electrical products at competitive trade prices.
 
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: Trade and Consumer oriented
 
  
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* [http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Connect-Lighting Connect Lighting]
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: Electrical enclosures, kiosks, plinths and meter boxes.
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: mostly lighting, also some fans & inverters; low prices
 
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: ''currently only online via eBay (from bricks & mortar operation in Reading: other sales via reps)''
 
  
 
==Electronic==
 
==Electronic==
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* [http://rswww.com/ RS components]
 
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: Wide range of electronic and mechanical components, tools, materials etc. Trade-oriented. Prices can be steep on some items.
 
  
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* [http://www.farnell.com/ Farnell]
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*[http://www.rapidonline.com/ Rapid Electronics]
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: Wide range of electronic and mechanical components, tools, materials etc.
 
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: Trade-oriented
 
  
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* [http://www.cpc.co.uk/ CPC]
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:Wide range, good prices, reliable
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: wide range of electronic components, consumer electronics, tools, materials etc.
 
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: ''part of Farnell groups but more consumer-oriented''
 
  
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* [http://www.maplin.co.uk/ Maplin]
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*[http://stores.ebay.co.uk/component-shop Component Shop] (eBay store)
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: Electronic components, gadgets, kits, consumer electronics
 
  
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* [http://www.rapidonline.com/ Rapid Electronics]
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:batteries, chargers and some other components
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: Wide range, good prices, reliable
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:''recommended by a couple of posters to uk.d-i-y''
  
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* [http://stores.ebay.co.uk/component-shop Component Shop] (eBay store)
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*[http://www.farnell.com/ Farnell]
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: batteries, chargers and some other components
 
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: ''recommended by a couple of posters to uk.d-i-y''
 
  
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* [http://www.7dayshop.com/ 7dayshop]
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:Wide range of electronic and mechanical components, tools, materials etc.
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: batteries, chargers and other photographic/electronic items
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:Trade-oriented
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*[http://www.cpc.co.uk/ CPC]
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:wide range of electronic components, consumer electronics, tools, materials etc.
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:''part of Farnell groups but more consumer-oriented''
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*[http://www.maplin.co.uk/ Maplin]
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:Electronic components, gadgets, kits, consumer electronics. Prices can be high.
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*[http://www.7dayshop.com/ 7dayshop]
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:batteries, chargers and other photographic/electronic items
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*[http://rswww.com/ RS components]
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:Wide range of electronic and mechanical components, tools, materials etc. Trade-oriented. Prices can be steep on some items.
  
 
==Lighting==
 
==Lighting==
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* [http://www.lightbulbs-direct.com/ Light Bulbs Direct]
 
  
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* [http://www.efficientlight.co.uk/ Efficient Light]
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*[http://www.adli.co.uk/ Aldi] - LED bulbs now and then, with the less popular base ones usually reduced later.
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*[http://www.bulbstubes.co.uk/ BulbsTubes]
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*[http://www.bulbbuddy.co.uk/ Bulb Buddy (Light Bulbs)]
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*[http://www.lightbulbs-direct.com/ Light Bulbs Direct]
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*[http://www.efficientlight.co.uk/ Efficient Light]
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*[http://www.ultimastore.co.uk/ Ultima]
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*[http://www.megamanuk.com/ Megaman]
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*[http://www.optosource.com/ OptoSource] LEDs
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*[http://www.eco-lamps.gr/category/13-high-power-compact-fluorescent-lamps-en.aspx ecolamps] high power CFLs
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==Plumbing & Heating==
  
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* [http://www.ultimastore.co.uk/ Ultima]
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*[http://www.bes.ltd.uk BES]
  
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* [http://www.megamanuk.com/ Megaman]
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:Extensive range of plumbing, gas (NG and LPG) refrigeration & other plumbing & heating materials & tools.
  
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* [http://www.ledonline.co.uk/ LED Online] LEDs
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*Plumbworld
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*[http://www.discountheating.com/ Discount Heating]
  
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* [http://www.optosource.com/ OptoSource] LEDs
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:Generally boilers and radiators
  
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*[http://www.discountedheating.co.uk/ Discounted Heating]
  
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==Plumbing & Heating==
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:Plumbing & Heating
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* [http://www.bes.ltd.uk BES]
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: Extensive range of plumbing, gas (NG and LPG) refrigeration & other plumbing & heating materials & tools.
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*[http://www.heatingcontrolsonline.co.uk/ Heating Controls Online] (formerly ''RKM Heating Controls'')
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:Small heating controls at generally competitive prices. (They tend only to supply items that can be sent by post in a Jiffybag.)
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*[http://www.cetltd.demon.co.uk/ CET Ltd]
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:Reconditioned (often better than new) PCBs, fans, timers etc for central heating boilers at prices usually vastly below manufacturer's spares. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Fast courier delivery. Many satisfied customers on uk.d-i-y
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*[http://www.pulsardirect.co.uk/ Pulsar Direct]
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:Generally competitive prices but trade only.
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*[http://www.partscenter.co.uk HRPC]
  
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* Plumbworld
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:Boiler and other heating spares, online and at trade counters. Not cheapest but can obtain most parts in a few days.
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* [http://www.discountheating.com/ Discount Heating]
 
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: Generally boilers and radiators
 
  
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* [http://www.discountedheating.co.uk/ Discounted Heating]
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*[http://www.mjtcontrols.co.uk MJT Controls]
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: Plumbing & Heating
 
  
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* [http://www.heatingcontrolsonline.co.uk/ Heating Controls Online] (formerly ''RKM Heating Controls'')
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:Boiler and other heating spares online. Supposed to be cheap if you can find the part you want on their hard-to-navigate web site.
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: Small heating controls at generally competitive prices. (They tend only to supply items that can be sent by post in a Jiffybag.)
 
  
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* [http://www.cetltd.demon.co.uk/ CET Ltd]
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*[http://lpssupplies.com LPS Supplies]
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: Reconditioned (often better than new) PCBs, fans, timers etc for central heating boilers at prices usually vastly below manufacturer's spares. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Fast courier delivery. Many satisfied customers on uk.d-i-y
 
  
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* [http://www.pulsardirect.co.uk/ Pulsar Direct]
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:Boiler and other heating spares online. Fairly cheap.
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: Generally competitive prices but trade only.
 
  
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* [http://www.partscenter.co.uk HRPC]
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*[http://www.meterboxes.co.uk Meter Boxes]
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: Boiler and other heating spares, online and at trade counters. Not cheapest but can obtain most parts in a few days.
 
  
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* [Controls http://www.mjtcontrols.co.uk MJT]
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:Gas and Electric meter boxes & fittings
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: Boiler and other heating spares online. Supposed to be cheap if you can find the part you want on their hard-to-navigate web site.
 
  
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* [http://lpssupplies.com LPS Supplies]
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*[https://www.meterboxesdirect.co.uk/gas-meter-box.html meterboxesdirect.co.uk]
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: Boiler and other heating spares online. Fairly cheap.
 
  
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* [http://www.meterboxes.co.uk Gas and Electric meter boxes & fittings]
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:Gas Meter boxes online shop. Good range of products, reasonable prices.  
  
 
==Timber==
 
==Timber==
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==Building Materials==
 
==Building Materials==
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http://www.marshalls.co.uk very wide range of decorative concrete blocks
 
  
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http://www.doorwarehouse.co.uk  
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*[http://www.marshalls.co.uk Marshalls] very wide range of decorative concrete blocks
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*[http://www.doorwarehouse.co.uk Door Warehouse]
  
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http://www.todd-doors.co.uk/
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*[http://www.todd-doors.co.uk/ Todd Doors]
  
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http://www.hingesandbrackets.co.uk/ huge range of unusual stuff
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*http://www.hingesandbrackets.co.uk/ huge range of unusual stuff
  
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Magnet: excellent prices on ply, plasterboard and some insulation
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*Magnet excellent prices on ply, plasterboard and some insulation
  
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http://www.buildersbeams.co.uk/Products/Beams/FlitchPlates.htm
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*http://www.buildersbeams.co.uk/Products/Beams/FlitchPlates.htm
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*http://www.constructionchemicals.co.uk Should you be in the joinery, shop-fitting or tiling trades then you will find the appropriate adhesive product to suit whatever structures you are preserving, bonding or sealing. One of the few oxalic acid retailers in the UK.
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*[http://www.timberplus.co.uk Timber Windows, Doors & Conservatories] - TimberPlus produce and manufacture a wide range of timber windows, doors and conservatories available in various styles and finishes.
  
 
==Fasteners==
 
==Fasteners==
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squarescrews.co.uk
 
  
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collated nails: http://www.topgun.co.uk
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*[http://www.fix8.co.uk/fasteners Fasteners] Large selection of fasteners and information from Fix8 Ltd
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*[http://www.thesitebox.com/Category/5232/nuts-and-bolts.aspx Nuts and Bolts - THESITEBOX.COM] Nuts and Bolts - Wood Screws - Rivets
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*squarescrews.co.uk
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*[http://www.topgun.co.uk Top Gun] collated nails
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*[http://www.mossplastics.com Moss Plastic Parts] Rivets, assembly clips, plastic screws, nylon nuts, nylon washers, fixing rings, retaining rings
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*[http://www.plastic-parts.co.uk Plastic Parts Centre]
  
 
==Metals==
 
==Metals==
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metalsupermarkets.com
 
metalsupermarkets.com
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http://www.mailordermetals.co.uk
 
  
 
Travis Perkins - sash weights
 
Travis Perkins - sash weights
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[http://www.ebay.com Ebay]
 
[http://www.ebay.com Ebay]
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[http://www.drywallscrewsonline.co.uk DrywallScrewsOnline.co.uk]
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Local scrappies can be useful too.
  
 
==Historic Goods==
 
==Historic Goods==
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http://www.architecturalclassics.com Architectural Classics
 
http://www.architecturalclassics.com Architectural Classics
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[http://www.britainsheritage.co.uk Britain's Heritage - Antique Fireplaces]
  
 
==Miscellaneous==
 
==Miscellaneous==
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http://www.valepack.co.uk/ cardboard
 
  
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http://www.lockshop-warehouse.co.uk
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*http://www.onlinepackagingshop.co.uk Packaging Supplies, Boxes, Polythene, Paper & Industrial Adhesive Tapes
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*[http://www.radicalforgings.co.uk/baywindow_curtainpole_shapes.php Radical Forgings] curtain poles curved to fit bay windows
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*http://www.valepack.co.uk/ cardboard
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*http://www.lockshop-warehouse.co.uk
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*http://www.secondsandco.co.uk/
  
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http://www.secondsandco.co.uk/
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*McMaster-Carr Online Catalog
  
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McMaster-Carr Online Catalog
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*Local model shops
  
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Local model shops
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*Ridgeons
  
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Ridgeons
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*http://www.rutlands.co.uk
  
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http://www.rutlands.co.uk
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*http://www.comdir.co.uk
  
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http://www.comdir.co.uk
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*http://www.fastfixdirect.co.uk/
  
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http://www.whdirect.co.uk/
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*http://www.unifix.co.uk
  
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http://www.fastfixdirect.co.uk/
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*http://www.screwsline.co.uk/
  
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http://www.unifix.co.uk
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*http://www.conistonslate.co.uk
  
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http://www.screwsline.co.uk/
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*http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Crazy-Parts
  
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http://www.conistonslate.co.uk
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*[https://www.isaaclord.co.uk https://www.isaaclord.co.uk/]
  
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http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Crazy-Parts
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*http://www.thechemicalshop.com/index.asp  small and strange stock range, high prices
  
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http://www.isaaclord.com/
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*http://www.kno3.com similar to above
  
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http://www.thechemicalshop.com/index.asp - small and strange stock range, high prices
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*http://www.tiranti.co.uk/
  
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http://www.kno3.com similar to above
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*http://www.askthetrades.co.uk
  
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http://www.tiranti.co.uk/
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*http://www.adriennechinn.co.uk/
  
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http://www.askthetrades.co.uk
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*https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poundland
  
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http://www.adriennechinn.co.uk/
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*http://www.rapidracking.com/ Rapid Racking] Dexion etc
  
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http://www.woolworths.co.uk/
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*http://www.postpack.co.uk Packaging materials,Boxes,Cartons,Removal boxes,Printer cartridges,Stationery,Janitorial & Cleaning Supplies,Workwear & PPE - Free samples available.
  
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[http://www.rapidracking.com/ Rapid Racking, Dexion etc]
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*[http://groups.google.co.uk/group/uk.d-i-y/browse_frm/thread/13fe1c5a58992214/df10b9690bebde47#df10b9690bebde47 Paraffin], several sources
  
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http://www.postpack.co.uk - Packaging materials,Boxes,Cartons,Removal boxes,Printer cartridges,Stationery,Janitorial & Cleaning Supplies,Workwear & PPE - Free samples available.
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*http://www.ukindustrialtapes.co.uk/ Tapes of many sorts
  
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[http://groups.google.co.uk/group/uk.d-i-y/browse_frm/thread/13fe1c5a58992214/df10b9690bebde47#df10b9690bebde47 Paraffin, several sources]
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*[http://groups.google.com/group/uk.d-i-y/browse_frm/thread/c17bc6aa6866768d?hl=en# Budget kitchen unit suppliers compared]
  
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[http://www.ukindustrialtapes.co.uk/ Tapes of many sorts]
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*http://www.locktrader.co.uk
  
 
==See Also==
 
==See Also==
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[[Special:Allpages|Wiki Contents]]
 
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[[Special:Categories|Wiki Subject Categories]]
 
  
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*[[Special:Allpages|Wiki Contents]]
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*[[Special:Categories|Wiki Subject Categories]]
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*[https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/uk.d-i-y/oBFgSTR0Xpc Suing] suppliers that turn spammy
  
  

Latest revision as of 14:32, 15 January 2021

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General DIY supplies

One of Aldi's offers
Wide range of tools and materials at generally competitive prices. Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available. Delivered by carrier. Some trade counters: open long hours, open to public. [Screwfix Review]
Wide range of tools and materials at generally lower prices than Screwfix. Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available. Delivered by carrier. Some trade counters: opening hours?, open to public.
30,000+ products - Hand tools to power tools, vast range of fixings. Free delivery on orders over £50. Office open mon to fri 9am - 5:30pm, online store open 24/7.
Curious mix of gimmicky gadgets (similar to 'Innovations' catalogue) and cheap tools & materials, some quite specialised (e.g. watch repair). Internet/telephone ordering. Catalogue available.
Twin (almost anagrammatic) German-owned supermarket chains featuring range of special offers changing approx weekly, many of DIY interest. Buy-in-store only. Individual branches do not always carry all specials listed on website (or on in-store flyers), and popular items often sell out quickly.
  • Whdirect A cross between screwfix and a pound shop. Some items much cheaper than elsewhere, eg fixing blocks
Supplies a wide range of Wiring accessories, installation materials and equipment. Online Store open 24/7. Free delivery on orders over £99.00 - Price match promise.
SEALEY TOOLS Suppliers of Sealey Tools and Sealey Spares.

DIY stores

In general the DIY stores' online operations are pretty much separate from what may be available in their shops.

Range of items available online. Bigger stores have trade counters supplying 'trade' goods at competitive prices. Consumer items generally much more expensive than online suppliers.
Separate? range of items available online - actually delivered by Argos
Some items available online. Most goods are own-brand (often obviously rebadged). They won't deliver larger items such as 8' timber.
Wickes Review

Tools and machinery

  • JustOffBase Mostly Engineering & Automotive tools, some Carpentry, Construction, Electrical, camping etc...
  • Ebay Many small suppliers of all sorts (in Ebay shops) as well as mostly one-off private sales
  • Silverline Tools are a budget brand (usually of reasonable quality) found in many retail & trade outlets.
  • Poundland and similar high street cheap shops.
Often have tools at extremely low prices, many items of adequate quality to do the job, but some not.
  • Power Rewind - industrial supplier, extensive range, with prices to match. Useful for specialist items you can't find anywhere else.

http://www.londontools.co.uk/

Local engineering / machine shops

http://www.tool-up.co.uk


http://www.thetoolbag.com.

Electrical

good range at generally reasonable prices
Online and via several trade counters in South UK
Online Electrical Wholesalers with a wide range of electrical products for trade and public orders at competitive trade prices.
Online Electrical Wholesalers. Wide range of electrical products at competitive trade prices.
Trade and Consumer oriented
mostly lighting, also some fans & inverters; low prices
currently only online via eBay (from bricks & mortar operation in Reading: other sales via reps)
General electrical suppliers
Will supply 2 or 3 metre lengths of trunking by mail order (delivered by Tuffnells)
Online only UK electrical wholesaler, best prices on all Major brands.
Cable sold by the Metre, huge range of wiring accessories.
Electrical Meter boxes & enclosures online shop. Good range of products, reasonable prices.
Electrical enclosures, kiosks, plinths and meter boxes.

Electronic

Wide range, good prices, reliable
batteries, chargers and some other components
recommended by a couple of posters to uk.d-i-y
Wide range of electronic and mechanical components, tools, materials etc.
Trade-oriented
wide range of electronic components, consumer electronics, tools, materials etc.
part of Farnell groups but more consumer-oriented
Electronic components, gadgets, kits, consumer electronics. Prices can be high.
batteries, chargers and other photographic/electronic items
Wide range of electronic and mechanical components, tools, materials etc. Trade-oriented. Prices can be steep on some items.

Lighting

Plumbing & Heating

Extensive range of plumbing, gas (NG and LPG) refrigeration & other plumbing & heating materials & tools.
Generally boilers and radiators
Plumbing & Heating
Small heating controls at generally competitive prices. (They tend only to supply items that can be sent by post in a Jiffybag.)
Reconditioned (often better than new) PCBs, fans, timers etc for central heating boilers at prices usually vastly below manufacturer's spares. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Fast courier delivery. Many satisfied customers on uk.d-i-y
Generally competitive prices but trade only.
Boiler and other heating spares, online and at trade counters. Not cheapest but can obtain most parts in a few days.
Boiler and other heating spares online. Supposed to be cheap if you can find the part you want on their hard-to-navigate web site.
Boiler and other heating spares online. Fairly cheap.
Gas and Electric meter boxes & fittings
Gas Meter boxes online shop. Good range of products, reasonable prices.

Timber

http://www.championtimber.com/

http://www.britishhardwoods.co.uk

http://www.britishhardwoods.co.uk/worktops

http://www.tottontimber.co.uk/

Venables - oak

South London Hardwood


Building Materials

  • Marshalls very wide range of decorative concrete blocks
  • Magnet excellent prices on ply, plasterboard and some insulation
  • http://www.constructionchemicals.co.uk Should you be in the joinery, shop-fitting or tiling trades then you will find the appropriate adhesive product to suit whatever structures you are preserving, bonding or sealing. One of the few oxalic acid retailers in the UK.

Fasteners

  • Fasteners Large selection of fasteners and information from Fix8 Ltd
  • squarescrews.co.uk
  • Moss Plastic Parts Rivets, assembly clips, plastic screws, nylon nuts, nylon washers, fixing rings, retaining rings

Metals

http://www.shop4steel.com/ £150 delivery!

http://www.metal2models.btinternet.co.uk/cataloguemenu.htm

http://www.worldofbrass.co.uk

http://www.mallardmetals.co.uk/

metalsupermarkets.com

Travis Perkins - sash weights

B & Q selection of steel & aluminium sections

Chronos

Smiths Metals

Local model making shops

Ebay

DrywallScrewsOnline.co.uk

Local scrappies can be useful too.

Historic Goods

http://www.andythornton.com/index.asp Andy Thornton Ltd architectural salvage

http://www.salvo.co.uk

http://www.drummonds-arch.co.uk/index2/antique/4.htm

Holloways of Ludlow - period switches

http://www.oldfireplaces.co.uk

http://www.salvo.co.uk/

http://www.belowstairs.co.uk/

Antique Baths of Ivybridge

http://www.vintageplumbing.com/

http://www.thomas-crapper.com/

http://www.womersleys.co.uk/

http://www.willowandstone.co.uk/about-us.asp

http://www.re-foundobjects.com/shop/

http://www.architecturalclassics.com Architectural Classics

Britain's Heritage - Antique Fireplaces

Miscellaneous

  • McMaster-Carr Online Catalog
  • Local model shops
  • Ridgeons
  • http://www.postpack.co.uk Packaging materials,Boxes,Cartons,Removal boxes,Printer cartridges,Stationery,Janitorial & Cleaning Supplies,Workwear & PPE - Free samples available.

See Also

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