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17 January 2020

Re: Review my Custom Floor plan? [Double Storey, NSW]Building A New House

Jan 17, 2020 12:31 pm

[size=100]Since you already have a second living space on the ground floor you may want to consider turning what appears to be a theatre room into a guest bedroom and enlarging the powder room + the storage area just in front of it to add a shower. For me a ground floor bedroom + bath room is a mus...

Since you already have a second living space on the ground floor you may want to consider turning what appears to be a t...

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14 January 2020

Re: Built in Desk (study nook) materialRenovation + Home Improvement

Jan 14, 2020 3:34 pm

If the width of your space was slightly smaller around 2~2.4m then you could have easily done it with IKEA products, e.g: Alex drawer unit and Linnmon table top . I built something similar myself with IKEA furniture, but width of my table was little under 2M and my nook (more like a partial room was...

If the width of your space was slightly smaller around 2~2.4m then you could have easily done it with IKEA products, e.g...

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14 January 2020

Re: Overlooking concernBuilding Standards; Getting It Right!

Jan 14, 2020 1:03 pm

Thanks for the reply. Construction of theirs started around the time we bought ours, so if the council sent any plans to neighbours, they may have gone to the previous owner. Anyhow, I called the council a little while back to see if I can come and see the plans. The person in the building section w...

Thanks for the reply. Construction of theirs started around the time we bought ours, so if the council sent any plans to...

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14 January 2020

Overlooking concernBuilding Standards; Getting It Right!

Jan 14, 2020 9:39 am

Hi, A new double story house is nearing completion next door, without going into details I have strong reasons to think that few of their clear windows on the 1st floor are violating state building regulations for overlooking. The builder isn’t the friendliest so I’d like to have all the facts befor...

Hi, A new double story house is nearing completion next door, without going into details I have strong reasons to think ...

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20 March 2019

Re: Stellabella's second build -builder liquidated, through Building A New House

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Mar 20, 2019 1:31 pm

It doesn't even make sense to me, I actually thought the gloss was a different paint, so why would it matter if the doors/skirts/archs were a different colour? When it’s the same colour they don’t have to be too careful when cutting in edges, so it take much less effort & time.

When it’s the same colour they don’t have to be too careful when cutting in edges, so it take much less effort time.

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4 March 2019

Re: Front door replacement - Perth (sorry long post)Windows & Doors

Mar 04, 2019 12:25 pm

Thanks for your reply. We want to replace the frame as it's really badly warped and damaged - I think a lot of the sound is getting in around the door. You mentioned that a single narrow glass panel let's in a fair amount of light without compromising on heat and noise leak - so does most of the no...

No, even though single glazed glass lets in more noise and heat than solid wood, IMO most of the noise and temperature ...

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opti

27 February 2019

Re: Looking for recommendations for covering ugly tile floorGeneral Discussion

Feb 27, 2019 12:10 pm

Another option is floating laminated timber floors. If the floor is relatively flat and you DIY then you are probably looky ay around $25 per square meter.

Another option is floating laminated timber floors. If the floor is relatively flat and you DIY then you are probably lo...

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25 February 2019

Re: Digital Door LocksSafer Living

Feb 25, 2019 11:57 am

I know this is an old thread, but to anyone who stumbles across this thread via a search (like I did), a quick note on insurance: You can have a digital deadbolt lock and keep your existing or get a new home insurance cover. Some providers may have a “key operated” clause attached to their deadbolt ...

I know this is an old thread, but to anyone who stumbles across this thread via a search (like I did), a quick note on i...

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22 February 2019

Re: Variations/Upgrades to a new buildBuilding A New House

Feb 22, 2019 2:18 pm

They further explained that they are able to keep their contract prices down by using the same standard items in every home and obtaining better proceed for these items in bulk. Is this correct? Their argument makes sense on the surface. But you have to also keep in mind that upgrades are probably ...

Their argument makes sense on the surface. But you have to also keep in mind that upgrades are probably the best profit...

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22 February 2019

Re: Front door replacement - Perth (sorry long post)Windows & Doors

Feb 22, 2019 11:53 am

we want the frame replaced Why are you looking to replace the frame? Are you going to widen the doorway or install a thicker double glazed glass door? If you just want more light, then the cheapest option is to replace your existing door with a same size door with a few glass panels. IMO even a sin...

Why are you looking to replace the frame? Are you going to widen the doorway or install a thicker double glazed glass d...

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opti

21 February 2019

Re: Facade CostBuilding A New House

Feb 21, 2019 3:38 pm

Any one who can offer bit help. Looking at various builders, I see price of same Facade (As pictured) varies from 15K to 28K from one builder to another... Looks like there is massive profit made from Facade alone else why would price vary from 15K to 28K for same Facade. Depends on the standard fa...

Depends on the standard facade included in the base price. Some builders have very basic facades without a balcony in t...

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21 February 2019

Re: Builder’s warranty and modifications.Windows & Doors

Feb 21, 2019 11:33 am

What if whilst you are making bigger opening you cut vital wall bracing? I’ll be hiring a qualified builder for the work; I assume they would remove the drywall first and assess the wall structure before start cutting??. And suggest a workaround if there is a wall brace. ?? I suggest you also check...

I’ll be hiring a qualified builder for the work; I assume they would remove the drywall first and assess the wall struc...

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18 February 2019

Re: Builder’s warranty and modifications.Windows & Doors

Feb 18, 2019 1:58 pm

You can't do any alterations without council approval and structural engineer sign off. Even the wall is non load-bearing, you would need a separate lintel to be designed. Your engineer would have to discuss with your builder to make sure you don't lose your warranty on the whole house, so you can ...

I didn’t think I needed council’s approval for modifying a non-loadbearing wall. Anyhow, after your comment I called th...

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opti

18 February 2019

Builder’s warranty and modifications.Windows & Doors

Feb 18, 2019 11:28 am

Hi All, New member here. My wife and I want to do a couple of alterations to a near new (~9 months old) previously unoccupied house we bought recently. The main change is moving a doorway of a ground floor bedroom by about 1.5m towards the centre of the wall, as well as enlarging it from a standard ...

Hi All, New member here. My wife and I want to do a couple of alterations to a near new (~9 months old) previously unocc...

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