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DIY Resources

The links below will take you to other web sits that cover DIY, also check out our Safety page for links on DIY safety.

Channel 4 Homes

Mega Converter - Converts all types of units to others, we discovered it when we need to convert American Nail Weights to European guages.

Wickes ; More building related than other DIY stores they are great for building from basics
Top DIY Tasks

The most frequently carried out DIY tasks (notice we didn't say popular!) are:

Diy Task 1

Top of the list is changing a light bulb. - Did you know in Australia this can only be legally carried out by qualified personnel !

DIY Task 2

In number 2 spot is Mowing the lawn. Although a high percentage of people do not know how to cut it properly however.

DIY Task 3

at number 3 pop pickers is painting.