Renovation + Home Improvement AU 
waterproof paintHi Simon,
I have a south-facing wall at the side of my house that is constructed with villaboard. I know that villaboard is not waterproof only water-resistant...and… How to remove an old bath?Thanks -we tried the wrench but no luck it was all just turning around..
Took to it with an angle grinder which I'm sure is going to cost us plumbing wise but at least we… Lee75 replied 13 June 2011 ago Lee75Jun 13, 2011 5:54 pm Biff's Reno - Updated Pics
Biff Congratulations on what I call a beautifully constructed/renovated home. I love everything about it. Your home is now on top of my fave list on the forum.
Well done!
Dollar replied 14 June 2011 ago Concrete Roof renovation - Urgent HelpHi,
We are getting our concrete roof tiles repainted in charcoal and need an opinion as to what colour gutters and fascia to use.
Am thinking 'Monolith' gutters from Ace… Removing wallpaperDepending on the age of the wallpaper it sometimes comes of quite easily.
We tried to remove some wallpaper in an old 80's house. The steamer was taking forever and we… business from home and office garageAll Councils are different ... I worked from home as a Remedial Therapist when in Brisbane and I didn't need a permit, but I still had to abide by certain rules - had to… ESB replied 18 June 2011 ago concrete pad costsIt will vary depending on site conditions. We paid more per m2 but had 2 slabs, used concrete pump and had 2 helicopters. Total size of slabs was 65m2.
I know who not to use. ;( Final InspectionAbsolutely get an independant inspection done, agree with Kayles, if they have done work to the Building Code regulations, they should be fine with having any work… WA - Jarrah weatherboard renovationsHi All,
Some help please in finding a builder/designer or architect and a couple of other random queries ...
We're looking to renovate a run-down 2x1 single storey… Archie75 started a topic 23 June 2011 ago Extension for a distasteful 80's houseHi all,
Very new at this. I'm hoping someone can suggest an innovative architect or extension designer in the Perth area. We have an 1980's built (yeesh!)home on… darcella started a topic 23 June 2011 ago Roof GablesHi we are currently undergoing a renovation. The upper floor is rendered on the outside however there are 4 Right angle triangles of pre-primed timber sitting at edge of… knucci67 started a topic 27 June 2011 ago Raising old houseHi I am thinking of raising my old house and bricking it up underneath but I can't find anyone who can do the job.
Does anyone know of someone in Sydney that can do the… gcambo34 started a topic 27 June 2011 ago COLOURBOND - roof over a terraced areaJust doing a 45m2 colourbond roof at 5-8degrees. Colourbond was about $4k, 2 rolls of sacking, 1 roll of mesh, about 100m of wood. Probably about 12 days labour so far and… Builder Recommendations AdelaideHi,
We are in the initial stages of getting some plans drawn up for an addition to our home- open plan living/dining, bedroom, bathroom & laundry. We are keen to get some… Coops started a topic 30 June 2011 ago CoopsJun 30, 2011 3:35 pm Moving a houseHi
I am looking at moving our current house from the front of our block to the back. I have a rough idea of all the costs apart from what it will cost to get the… Putting Colorbond over concrete roof tilesYeah well i talked to the roofer today and it could be done and hes roofed over absetos but all the issues like raising the gutter line , engineering for the extra weight… Quantity SurveyorYou don't need quantity surveyor, unless you have too much money to throw around than get him.
For the site survey you need Surveyor, and to fill up DA Job costing… veseli replied 5 July 2011 ago Ideas to update the look of this housethe house is what it is. mission brown will be back in fashion in 3 years.!!
unfortunately the garage dominates the elevation. some render on the front to tie in with… Builder recommendations SydneyHi
Can anyone recommend a builder based in Sydney. Am in the St George Area.
Looking at removing an internal wall, doing some renos to a villa.
Thanks MissMe started a topic 13 July 2011 ago Renovating a tiny tiny tiny ensuiteSome other tips for narrow ensuites include:
Concealed cistern toilets (500 deep as opposed to 700 for a standard toilet). The cisterns are made to fit within a standard… Pushy Sales PeopleIf I remember right, I did have to pull out the stick to a guy trying to quote me Solar heating……I had a good laugh to myself when I sent him packing off with his tail… Asbestos QuestionOK, thanks for that. so other than paint, what sealant can I use? Is there a spray on sealer that is suitable for fibro? Warped French DoorsOK, so this forum is not particularly active.
In my searches on this topic, I located suggestions ranging from taking the door off and weighting the most warped point, so… NSW building activityI put my own renovation out to tender and it took about 4 weeks to get all the responses back. I think the speed of tender responses depend on how much rain there's been -… Moving phone, internet and TV connectionsBy all means you can move your TV points... No drama's there and Bunnings will even sell you the various suitable terminations and crimps you'll need...
Moving phone and… ICF builders in Perth?Hi Dongle,
That's a whole heap of handy information - thanks heaps.
I checked out the concrete blocks at MidlandBrick (Boral) website after reading your suggestion and… kims replied 21 July 2011 ago Power Box / Electrical BoxHi Graham,
The negativity I read about the smart meters is the fact that they will be networked to the power companies and they will be able to monitor power usage at… dlk65 replied 23 July 2011 ago dlk65Jul 23, 2011 9:10 pm old tiles!! bahHello,
thanks for the help, i'm in melbourne and thus far have had very little luck locating the tiles. the tiler i have gone with to fix up the obvious things reckons he… Gyprock Flushinghell yeah on the vac !
When I first started out in the trade donkeys years ago, all by hand and no vac. Now my nose is knackered and the slightest sneeze sets it bleeding. eyspy replied 30 July 2011 ago eyspyJul 30, 2011 10:15 pm Building in rear verandahPretty easy to do really, just some frame work and cladding is needed (of course the obvious power and windows)
Make sure you seek council permission first.
Another thing… eyspy replied 30 July 2011 ago eyspyJul 30, 2011 10:20 pm Move internal wall between bedroomsThanks for the post, thanks for breaking it down for me, I thought it really wasn't a big job.
We are not handy, so will need to find a builder or good handyman.
Thanks again HOW CAN ADD A 2ND LEVEL TO MY HOMEhttp://s1119.photobucket.com/albums/k634/mariae1233
Dear Arch,
Thanks for your interest and im in C.A. Panama, the house in reference is my… Decking/Pergola companies in AdelaideHi everyone,
We are looking at getting a new deck and pergola installed (definately don't want to do the work ourselves as we dont have the skills and would rather pay to…
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But I'd still say its going to get expensive.
Looking forward to seeing what you're all up to over there in the little old country house.
