DIY
There's so many DIY retailers plying thir wares on the Net - here are the major ones.
www.diydoctor.org.uk
- Self build and DIY help from qualified tradesmen through tips, tricks and projects
- Tips and tricks on decorating
- Locate a Specialist
- Book Store
www.diyfixit.co.uk
- Lots of advice on how to do just about any DIY task
- Members Forum - members can post messages - membership is free
- On-line shop
- Links to a sister site MOTORFIXIT
www.focusdiy.co.uk
- Focus Wickes is the second largest UK DIY retailer in terms of turnover. Through its Focus and Wickes branded stores, the Group offers an extensive range of home improvement products to both DIY and trade customers.
- Expert DIY Advice:-
- Monthly Advice Column from Tony Lush - your questions answered
- Know How Project guides - Lots of information on how to do almost any DIY task in the home and garden
- Design Ideas:-
- Room Makeovers - Step by step guides on how to achieve that look
- Stylish ideas for the bathroom - advice on picking the perfect shower
- Focus on period design - Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian ideas and advice
- Ideas on flooring and windows
- Q & As on hallways
- Panelled Alcove Feature
- Dream theme rooms
- Step by step instructions on creating a hand painted border
- Arts and crafts ideas for the home
- Customer's own makeovers and ideas
- Excellent Q & As section
- A look at the latest trends and fashion
www.homebase.co.uk
- On-line shopping:-
- Summer Shop
- Bath Shop
- Furniture Shop
- Flooring Shop
- Power Shop
- The Fire Place
- Buying Guides to help you choose the correct flooring, paints etc.
- Ideas and How To Guides - lots of innovative design ideas, tips and techniques for the home
- Special Offers in the on-line shop
www.homebuilding.co.uk
- The website of Self Build Magazine
- This site has vast amounts of information on self-build and home renovation including a huge directory of Supplier Contacts and hundreds of case history examples complete with pictures and costings
- Complete the readers survey and be entered into the prize draw to win a subscription
- Search directory by postcode or by A-Z of your decorating needs, then get contact details for companies in your area
- Link to www.plotfinder.net - service for finding and buying building plots and property for renovation and conversion
- Discussion Forum - post a question or give answers to questions posted by others
- View readers homes - special feature on house of the day
- Opportunity to apply to be part of a television series on the Discovery Channel
- Information and Advice on the cost of building your own home:-
- Hidden Costs
- Building in Scotland
- 20 Tips to reduce your building costs
- Borrowing to Build
- Readers Case Studies
- Finance Table
- Information on the Home Building & Renovating Show - All the shows boast a free specialist seminar programme, both regional and national exhibitors showing the latest self-build products. homebuilding experts are on hand to answer all questions and give advice.
- Design Features including:-
- Spiral Staircases
- Modern Stone Flooring
- Fireplaces
- Barn Conversions
- Decorative Mouldings
- Building In Stone
- Information and advice on planning permission
- Beginners Guide
www.unibond.co.uk
- Website of Henkel, manufacturers of DIY products:-
- Nitromors
- Loctite
- Unibond
- Solvite
- DIY House - Interactive Feature - choose an area of the house and watch a film on how to wallpaper, seal a bath or create decorative coving
- Advice on sealants, tiling, fillers, grab adhesives and wallpapering
- Information on company news and products
- Interactive arcade game - 'No More Nails'
- FAQs on their products
- Link to the main Henkel website
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