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HOW DO THE BRITS DO IT?

Very well, thank you...If they use the B&Q site at http://diy.com . Whether you own a home or habitate a house, you'll enjoy a peek at the page of the British Home Depot-type store. Check out the section on loft conversion (remember, "loft" means "attic") and get an idea of current U.K. home improvement trends. Topics include keeping your home safe, making your loft usable, warming your home with light and color, and choosing color schemes. You'll enjoy browsing and pick up a few tips, too. Yes, the Brits do it a bit differently. They have electric showers and their units of measure aren't the same. But thanks to the DIY Converter, you can convert any length, width, weight, or volume from metric. It's found on the "wallpaper" page, and worth a bookmark! Online ordering is avialable as well, though s/h may be a bit steep from the UK to the States! Fun stats: during Easter (their busiest time), B&Q sold enough masking tape to wrap the world twice, and a mountain of toilet seats!

Thu, 25 Nov 1999 16:57:46 -0800