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									Help &amp; Advice - Power Tools UK – Affordable &amp; Refurbished Tools for DIY &amp; Trade | Xcatalogue Forum				            </title>
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                        <title>Why do screws sometimes split wood even when you drill a pilot hole?</title>
                        <link>https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/help-and-advice/why-do-screws-sometimes-split-wood-even-when-you-drill-a-pilot-hole/</link>
                        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:02:00 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[I’ve noticed that sometimes timber still splits when driving screws, even after drilling a pilot hole first.
Is this caused by the pilot hole being too small, the wrong type of screw, or th...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="167" data-end="289">I’ve noticed that sometimes timber still splits when driving screws, even after drilling a pilot hole first.</p>
<p data-start="291" data-end="399">Is this caused by the pilot hole being too small, the wrong type of screw, or the type of wood being used?</p>
<p data-start="401" data-end="499">What techniques do you use to stop wood splitting when fixing boards or working close to the edge?</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>What size pilot hole for 6mm wood screw?</title>
                        <link>https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/help-and-advice/what-size-pilot-hole-for-6mm-wood-screw/</link>
                        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:37:21 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[I&#039;m fixing decking boards and the screws keep splitting the timber.What drill bit should I use for a 6mm screw?]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I'm fixing decking boards and the screws keep splitting the timber.<br />What drill bit should I use for a 6mm screw?</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>How to Register Your Warranty</title>
                        <link>https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/help-and-advice/how-to-register-your-warranty/</link>
                        <pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:33:34 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Registering your warranty is quick and only takes a minute.
Step 1. Log In or Create an Account


If you already have an account, click Login at the top of the site.


If you’re new, ...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="239" data-end="300">Registering your warranty is quick and only takes a minute.</p>
<h3 data-start="302" data-end="343">Step 1. Log In or Create an Account</h3>
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<p data-start="346" data-end="419">If you already have an account, click <strong data-start="384" data-end="393">Login</strong> at the top of the site.</p>
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<p data-start="422" data-end="482">If you’re new, click <strong data-start="443" data-end="455">Register</strong> and create your account.</p>
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<h3 data-start="484" data-end="534">Step 2. Go to the Warranty Registration Page</h3>
<p data-start="535" data-end="640">Once logged in, open your <strong data-start="561" data-end="579">User Dashboard</strong>.<br data-start="580" data-end="583" />Click on <strong data-start="592" data-end="613">Register Warranty</strong> from the dashboard menu.</p>
<h3 data-start="642" data-end="674">Step 3. Enter Your Details</h3>
<p data-start="675" data-end="702">On the registration form:</p>
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<p data-start="705" data-end="766"><strong data-start="705" data-end="729">Enter the SKU number</strong> from your product’s warranty card.</p>
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<p data-start="769" data-end="827"><strong data-start="769" data-end="800">Select where purchased from</strong> using the dropdown menu.</p>
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<h3 data-start="829" data-end="864">Step 4. Register Your Product</h3>
<p data-start="865" data-end="905">Click <strong data-start="871" data-end="892">Register Warranty</strong> to finish.</p>
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<p data-start="908" data-end="998">Your product will instantly be added to your <strong data-start="953" data-end="974">Active Warranties</strong> list in your account.</p>
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<p data-start="1001" data-end="1090">Expired warranties are automatically archived, so you can always see your full history.</p>
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<p data-start="1097" data-end="1166">&#x2705; That’s it — just SKU, purchase source, and one click to register.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>&#x1f9e0; How to Use Xcat Loyalty Points – Your Guide to Earning &amp; Saving!</title>
                        <link>https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/help-and-advice/%f0%9f%a7%a0-how-to-use-loyalty-points-your-guide-to-earning-saving/</link>
                        <pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2025 10:05:33 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[&#x1f389; Our Brand-New Xcat Loyalty Points System is LIVE!
We’re excited to introduce our enhanced Loyalty Points system — designed to reward you every time you shop at Xcatalogue! Whether...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 data-section-id="1gfdl24" data-start="166" data-end="217">&#x1f389; Our Brand-New <span style="color: #ff0000">Xcat Loyalty Points</span> System is LIVE!</h3>
<p data-start="219" data-end="455">We’re excited to introduce our enhanced <strong data-start="259" data-end="277">Loyalty Points</strong> system — designed to reward you every time you shop at Xcatalogue! Whether you’re browsing for tools, accessories, or something new, your purchases now earn you valuable points.</p>
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<h3 data-section-id="134ul6a" data-start="462" data-end="498">&#x1f539; How Do I Earn Loyalty Points?</h3>
<p data-start="500" data-end="575">It’s simple — you earn points <strong data-start="530" data-end="547">automatically</strong> with every completed order.</p>
<p data-start="577" data-end="676"><strong data-start="577" data-end="589">Example:</strong><br data-start="589" data-end="592" />Spend <strong data-start="598" data-end="605">£10</strong>, and you’ll earn <strong data-start="623" data-end="637">100 points</strong><br data-start="637" data-end="640" />(that’s <strong data-start="648" data-end="668">10 points per £1</strong> spent).</p>
<p data-start="678" data-end="745">We may also run <strong data-start="694" data-end="720">bonus point promotions</strong>, so keep an eye out for:</p>
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<p data-start="749" data-end="776">&#x1f4a5; Double points weekends</p>
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<p data-start="779" data-end="817">&#x1f6e0; Extra points on selected products</p>
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<p data-start="820" data-end="864">&#x1f381; Rewards for referrals, reviews, and more!</p>
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<p data-start="866" data-end="977">Points are added to your account once your order is marked as “Completed” (usually after dispatch or delivery).</p>
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<h3 data-section-id="ud97bh" data-start="984" data-end="1017">&#x1f539; Where Can I See My Points?</h3>
<p data-start="1019" data-end="1073">You can check your points balance anytime by visiting:</p>
<p data-start="1075" data-end="1109">&#x1f449; <strong data-start="1078" data-end="1109">My Account &gt; Loyalty Points</strong></p>
<p data-start="1111" data-end="1129">There, you’ll see:</p>
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<li data-start="1131" data-end="1162">
<p data-start="1133" data-end="1162">&#x2705; Your current points total</p>
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<li data-start="1163" data-end="1219">
<p data-start="1165" data-end="1219">&#x1f4dc; A history of how and when you earned/spent points</p>
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<p data-start="1222" data-end="1277">&#x1f552; Pending points from recent orders (not yet approved)</p>
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<h3 data-section-id="1jpx16i" data-start="1284" data-end="1317">&#x1f539; How Do I Redeem My Points?</h3>
<p data-start="1319" data-end="1407">Once you’ve collected <strong data-start="1341" data-end="1364">at least 500 points</strong>, you can start redeeming them at checkout.</p>
<p data-start="1409" data-end="1420">Here’s how:</p>
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<p data-start="1425" data-end="1452">Add products to your cart</p>
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<p data-start="1456" data-end="1472">Go to checkout</p>
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<p data-start="1476" data-end="1519">If eligible, click “Apply Loyalty Points”</p>
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<li data-start="1520" data-end="1561">
<p data-start="1523" data-end="1561">The discount will be applied instantly</p>
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<h3 data-section-id="1spdeld" data-start="1568" data-end="1601">&#x1f539; How Much Are Points Worth?</h3>
<p data-start="1603" data-end="1632">Our current exchange rate is:</p>
<p data-start="1634" data-end="1660"><strong data-start="1634" data-end="1660">100 points = £1.00 off</strong></p>
<p data-start="1662" data-end="1665">So:</p>
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<li data-start="1667" data-end="1697">
<p data-start="1669" data-end="1697"><strong data-start="1669" data-end="1683">500 points</strong> = £5.00 off</p>
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<li data-start="1698" data-end="1731">
<p data-start="1700" data-end="1731"><strong data-start="1700" data-end="1716">1,000 points</strong> = £10.00 off</p>
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<li data-start="1732" data-end="1777">
<p data-start="1734" data-end="1777"><strong data-start="1734" data-end="1750">1,500 points</strong> = £15.00 off... and so on.</p>
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<h3 data-section-id="65gtkt" data-start="1784" data-end="1808">&#x1f9f0; Example Scenarios</h3>
<p data-start="1810" data-end="1843">Here’s how quickly it can add up:</p>
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<li data-start="1845" data-end="1895">
<p data-start="1847" data-end="1895"><strong data-start="1847" data-end="1858">Order 1</strong>: You spend £6 → earn <strong data-start="1880" data-end="1893">60 points</strong></p>
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<p data-start="1898" data-end="1957"><strong data-start="1898" data-end="1909">Order 2</strong>: You buy a £12 glue gun → earn <strong data-start="1941" data-end="1955">120 points</strong></p>
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<p data-start="1960" data-end="2028"><strong data-start="1960" data-end="1971">Order 3</strong>: You treat yourself to a £30 drill → earn <strong data-start="2014" data-end="2028">300 points</strong></p>
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<p data-start="2030" data-end="2104"><strong data-start="2030" data-end="2039">Total</strong>: 480 points — nearly ready to redeem <strong data-start="2077" data-end="2087">£5 off</strong> your next order!</p>
<p data-start="2106" data-end="2174">With occasional bonus offers, you’ll hit that threshold even faster.</p>
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<h3 data-section-id="1bym1x2" data-start="2181" data-end="2198">&#x1f539; Any Rules?</h3>
<p data-start="2200" data-end="2223">Just a few simple ones:</p>
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<p data-start="2227" data-end="2277">Points are awarded after your order is completed</p>
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<p data-start="2280" data-end="2315">Points aren’t redeemable for cash</p>
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<p data-start="2318" data-end="2357">Redeemed points don’t earn new points</p>
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<li data-start="2358" data-end="2426">
<p data-start="2360" data-end="2426">Points may expire after a set period (we’ll notify you beforehand)</p>
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<hr data-start="2428" data-end="2431" />
<h3 data-section-id="m19mrt" data-start="2433" data-end="2454">&#x1f4ac; Got Questions?</h3>
<p data-start="2456" data-end="2590">Reach out anytime! We're happy to help — and we’d love to hear your feedback or suggestions for making the loyalty system even better.</p>
<p data-start="2592" data-end="2704">Thanks for being part of the Xcatalogue community — and enjoy your well-earned savings!<br data-start="2679" data-end="2682" />&#x1f499; The Xcatalogue Team</p>
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                        <title>Need Help? Ask the Community</title>
                        <link>https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/help-and-advice/need-help-ask-the-community/</link>
                        <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:19:07 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Stuck on a DIY job? Not sure which tool you need? Ask here!Whether it’s electrics, joinery, painting, or general tool advice, our members are here to help.No question is too small — just sta...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stuck on a DIY job? Not sure which tool you need? Ask here!<br /><br />Whether it’s electrics, joinery, painting, or general tool advice, our members are here to help.<br /><br />No question is too small — just start a new topic and someone will lend a hand.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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