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'I like proving people wrong': The women taking up DIY and plumbing

Female DIY experts and tradeswomen talk about their experiences of a traditionally male-dominated domain.

BBC Business•

It's hard to miss the explosion of DIY content that has hit our social media feeds over the last decade.

From quick reels on how to fix cracks in walls, to complicated YouTube tutorials on building alcove seating from scratch, the internet is chock-a-block with seemingly endless home improvement demos.

While DIY was once seen as more of a male domain, female influencers are inspiring a new generation of women to take matters into their own hands.

The 28-year-old from south London says trying the trade on a whim is the "best thing I've ever done", and she loves the freedom and flexibility of running a business.