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18 October 2006

Covering up cracks in internal wallsGeneral Discussion

Oct 18, 2006 11:17 pm

Hmm this topic was done to death at the wood working forum CSJ there is no magic fix here. Trying to do this job on the cheap will only result in failure. NO FLEXIBLE SEALANT IS GOING TO DO THE JOB FOR YOU. Either repair the cracks properly or re line the walls with plasterboard, or just leave the c...

Hmm this topic was done to death at the wood working forum CSJ there is no magic fix here. Trying to do this job on the ...

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Plaster Brokers

1 September 2006

Do You need Plasterboard or plastering contractors??Building A New House

Sep 01, 2006 12:33 am

Hi, If you are an owner builder considering platering yourself you may want some good practical hints and tips. We are adding new hints and tips regularly to our web site. We also offer plasterboard and insulation at very competitive prices. If you are looking for quality platering contractors in Me...

Hi, If you are an owner builder considering platering yourself you may want some good practical hints and tips. We are a...

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Plaster Brokers

31 July 2006

Picture rail height - 3m ceiling?Interior Decorating Lounge

Jul 31, 2006 4:37 pm

Hi the norm is to have the picture rail line up with the top of the door arcs. Anthing else will look out of place with a 3m high ceiling. Cheers Rod Dyson

Hi the norm is to have the picture rail line up with the top of the door arcs. Anthing else will look out of place with ...

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Plaster Brokers

31 July 2006

rendering over paintGeneral Discussion

Jul 31, 2006 4:06 pm

Yes my post here is most likely too late as well. But for others, here goes. Rendering over paint is not a good idea. If you are applying a skim coat to fix cracks etc. Yes you can do that by partial removal of the paint. But a thick coat or render will not stick to a painted surface. If rendering w...

Yes my post here is most likely too late as well. But for others, here goes. Rendering over paint is not a good idea. If...

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Plaster Brokers

31 July 2006

Home Insulation Levels in AustraliaHeating, Cooling & Insulation

Jul 31, 2006 3:49 pm

Yes that is enough.

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4 July 2006

giprock lift due to house movementDIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

Jul 04, 2006 2:39 pm

It looks to me like a vertical join has let go. This join should not be there. Whoever hung the sheet used a cut and fold method to do the obtuse internal. did not use full sheets. The only thing to do is nail the join back if it is on a stud. Strip the tape out of the joint clean all the loose bits...

It looks to me like a vertical join has let go. This join should not be there. Whoever hung the sheet used a cut and fol...

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Plaster Brokers

4 July 2006

Tips for plaster removal?General Discussion

Jul 04, 2006 2:30 pm

You got a bad job there. Use a spade to get it off and a square mouth shovel to pick it up into a wheel barrow. You cant do better than that. We have some tips on restoring lathen plaster on our web site I dont think I can put the url here but if you searched plasterboard sales or plasterbrokers you...

You got a bad job there. Use a spade to get it off and a square mouth shovel to pick it up into a wheel barrow. You cant...

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4 July 2006

New Home Owner Experience - not goodGeneral Discussion

Jul 04, 2006 2:26 pm

Just my 2 bobs worth on this subject. Being involved in the insustry as a plasterboard seller and contracting for 30 years. I find the biggest problem with the industry is mistrust. If a builder feels the client is being to "nosey" or being very pickky etc or showing doubt. the builder is imediatly ...

Just my 2 bobs worth on this subject. Being involved in the insustry as a plasterboard seller and contracting for 30 yea...

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