Forum Rules & How to Use This Site - Power Tools UK – Affordable & Refurbished Tools for DIY & Trade | Xcatalogue Forum https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/rules-and-how-to/ Power Tools UK – Affordable & Refurbished Tools for DIY & Trade | Xcatalogue Discussion Board en-GB Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:40:57 +0000 wpForo 60 Read Me First: Forum Rules & Posting Guidelines https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/rules-and-how-to/read-me-first-forum-rules-posting-guidelines/ Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:08:21 +0000 Before you start posting, please take a moment to read the forum rules.

These guidelines help keep things friendly, useful, and spam-free. By using this forum, you agree to follow them.

If you’re a trader or local business, check out our free advertising sections by region.

Welcome aboard, and enjoy your time in the DIY Den!

]]> Forum Rules & How to Use This Site TD.WISEMAN https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/rules-and-how-to/read-me-first-forum-rules-posting-guidelines/ 📌 Community Rules & Guidelines https://xcatalogue.co.uk/community/rules-and-how-to/%f0%9f%93%8c-community-rules-guidelines/ Thu, 17 Jul 2025 08:37:29 +0000 Welcome to the DIY Den Forum!
We’re building a friendly space for DIYers, tradespeople, and tool lovers across the UK. To keep the community helpful and organised, please follow these simple rules:

🔹 1. Be Respectful

  • Treat all members with kindness and courtesy.

  • No bullying, harassment, or personal attacks.

  • Constructive advice is welcome — rudeness is not.

🔹 2. Use the Right Board

  • Post in the most relevant forum section.

  • For buying/selling or promoting your services, use the Marketplace section (free to use).

  • Off-topic posts may be moved or removed.

🔹 3. Advertising & Self-Promotion

We actively encourage tradespeople and small businesses to post in the Buy, Sell or Trade section — it’s completely free.

However:

  • Do not post ads in unrelated threads or boards

  • Don’t flood the forum with repeated posts or links

  • Include clear pricing, location, and contact info when appropriate

✅ We support honest, useful advertising — please keep it relevant and respectful.

🔹 4. Keep It Tidy

  • Use clear, descriptive post titles (e.g., “Makita cordless set for sale – Midlands”)

  • Avoid vague titles like “Check this out” or “Offer inside”

🔹 5. Keep It Clean

  • No swearing, adult content, hate speech, or unsafe advice

  • DIY Den is family friendly — think shed talk, not pub banter

🔹 6. One Account Per Person

  • Please don’t create multiple accounts

  • If you lose access, contact an admin instead of signing up again

🔹 7. Help Keep It Fair

  • Use the Report button if you see spam or abuse

  • All listings must be legal, fair, and not misleading

  • We’re not responsible for trades or sales — always use common sense

🧰 Posting Tips

  • For help or technical questions, use the Help & Advice board

  • Show off your work in Show Us Your Projects

  • Connect locally in your regional board

  • Check the Marketplace to buy, sell, or advertise your services

🚫 Rule Violations

We want to avoid heavy moderation. But content that breaks the rules may be removed. Repeat offenders may be warned or banned. Let’s keep this community supportive, helpful, and growing together.

Thanks for being part of DIY Den!
We’re just getting started — help us grow by sharing and posting regularly. Your support keeps this place alive.

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