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Black tile grout become a chalky colour.Black tile grout become a chalky colour.

Looking at building a single level workspace / potential future granny flat over…

offcut

Jul 27, 2024 5:52 pm

burhanmngt

3 h

Flooring & Floor Covering

Black tile grout that was once dark has turned into a lighter, chalky color.

Vincent49

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burhanmngt

Jul 27, 2024 2:57 pm

Brick Veneer - retrofit insulation in outer walls - Brisbane Brick Veneer - retrofit insulation in outer walls - Brisbane

5 h

Heating, Cooling & Insulation

Not sure if these people are active where you are but take a look at Link for retro…

prolecs

Encasement of pipes Encasement of pipes

Jul 27, 2024 1:18 pm

Ldwright

6 h

Building a house Building a house

Hi there, Was wondering if anyone can give a rough estimate of how much it would…

Ldwright

Jul 27, 2024 12:09 pm

chinta

7 h

Experience with HBCF insurance claim process NSW Experience with HBCF insurance claim process NSW

NSW

Hi Venkat, I am in the process of selecting a builder at the moment. Have been in…

chinta

Jul 27, 2024 11:37 am

Winston hills

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Fixing decorative mouldings to solid brick walls Fixing decorative mouldings to solid brick walls

Hi Sydney Psss I'm on the same situation now,just found out that my builder is…

Chino21

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Winston hills

Jul 27, 2024 9:35 am

Pedro4137

10 h

Variations on Fixed Price Contract Variations on Fixed Price Contract

Foam spray adhesive, low expansion Not the one which fills big holes

Ainsmeister

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Pedro4137

Jul 27, 2024 8:07 am

Gunner1

22 h

Provision sum and items not completed as per contract?Provision sum and items not completed as per contract?

TAS

I'm a home builder. ASK why the BAL report went up? Did you change home position…

IntolertantCheese

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Gunner1

Jul 26, 2024 7:52 pm

zswx

Yesterday

How to calculate provision sum and margin? We are nearing completion and have received…

zswx

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zswx

Jul 26, 2024 5:27 pm

How would you make this room feel homey How would you make this room feel homey

Yesterday

Interior Decorating Lounge

Yep, this is a very good point actually. I do like modern, and alot of white, which…

hannah_wood

25973

Jul 26, 2024 2:19 pm

Don't tilers grout around penetrating pipes when tiling?Don't tilers grout around penetrating pipes when tiling?

Yesterday

VIC

Appears to be is not the same as is. You have had a pretty esteemed builder already…

djay

1295

Jul 26, 2024 12:56 pm

Reorganizing my bedroom, need some advice Reorganizing my bedroom, need some advice

Yesterday

Interior Decorating Lounge

I would move the desk so it is against the left side wall, then put the bed in the…

dare

7353

Jul 26, 2024 12:02 pm

bathroom with fixed window only now has mould on ceiling bathroom with fixed window only now has mould on ceiling

Yesterday

Windows & Doors

The extractor fan is sufficient to prevent mould. Id be looking to see if there…

LorenClayton17

182

Jul 26, 2024 10:50 am

Upstairs floor plan review and suggestions welcome Upstairs floor plan review and suggestions welcome

Yesterday

Option 1 and flip shower and toilet is an option, but then you would need to have…

Renee1

263

Jul 26, 2024 9:16 am

Garage conversion slab Garage conversion slab

26 July

Old Home Restoration / Renovation

The vapour barrier needs to be turned down against the strip footings under the…

sejj

156

Knock Down Rebuild plus Investment - Beginning the Journey Knock Down Rebuild plus Investment - Beginning the Journey

Jul 26, 2024 5:38 am

Twistrafx

26 July

The discussion about funding and investment opportunities for startups in this thread…

6778

Jul 26, 2024 2:20 am

25 July

NSW

Hi just wondering if anyone has finalised a residential build with Zac Homes?

rterfe

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rterfe

Jul 25, 2024 11:50 pm

Interior Design Help Interior Design Help

25 July

Hey, I'm working on a interior design course and I really enjoy redesigning spaces…

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Building with Wisdom Homes Building with Wisdom Homes

Jul 25, 2024 11:04 pm

diepiggy

25 July

Peeling plastic laminate - advice on removal?Peeling plastic laminate - advice on removal?

NSW

1 ... 826, 827, 828

Moved in in December. Stress has melted away and we are very happy with our home…

Sydney-build

16558

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diepiggy

Jul 25, 2024 8:04 pm

EmptyFridge

25 July

DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

Afraid not mate. If you figure out a solution let me know.

EmptyFridge

7996

EmptyFridge

Jul 25, 2024 6:18 pm

Pulse

25 July

kitchen cabins before or after floor tiles kitchen cabins before or after floor tiles

Are these windows gaps and uneven brick finishing acceptable Are these windows gaps and uneven brick finishing acceptable

yep stairs need to be in first

Sara thy

780

Pulse

Jul 25, 2024 6:00 pm

Kippers01

25 July

Metricon will tell you using angles like this is accepted industry practice This…

Sara thy

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Kippers01

Jul 25, 2024 1:38 pm

Domaine homes by clerondon Domaine homes by clerondon

25 July

NSW

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sheik

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78582

Jul 25, 2024 11:14 am

Recommendation re: AC Provisionals and Ducting Recommendation re: AC Provisionals and Ducting

25 July

Hi guys, We are in the planning stage pre: final approval for our build. Now, we…

113

SBG Superior building group SBG Superior building group

Jul 25, 2024 10:37 am

Canute

25 July

Is your house finished now, are you happy with it?

Kaypee

8070

Canute

Jul 25, 2024 6:44 am

Side setback for sloping site Side setback for sloping site

24 July

VIC

Hi , Hope this email finds you well. I am planning to build new house in Glen Iris…

164

Jul 24, 2024 8:11 pm

Is it possible to convert subfloor to basement for storage Is it possible to convert subfloor to basement for storage

24 July

Just got response from council. Pouring concrete into subfloor does not require…

421

Jul 24, 2024 8:06 pm

External Sensor Flood light External Sensor Flood light

24 July

I used Mr Beams battery powered sensor lights. No wiring required, batteries are…

Sara thy

227

Sealing window Sealing window

Jul 24, 2024 6:27 pm

Bigdog7676

24 July

Windows & Doors

I installed a new window which was smaller than the existing so has to fill in around…

Bigdog7676

266

Bigdog7676

Jul 24, 2024 4:34 pm

summerhill22

24 July

Council rejected the RFS single dwelling kit Council rejected the RFS single dwelling kit

Hi All, I intend on building a house in bushfire prone land ( NSW) and the local…

summerhill22

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summerhill22

Jul 24, 2024 1:52 pm

Concrete pathway to slab barrier Concrete pathway to slab barrier

24 July

Paving & Concreting

Make sure you use appropriate flexible isolation joint between external concrete…

LazyJohn

232

Incomplete Building Project Incomplete Building Project

Jul 24, 2024 11:22 am

Ashington Homes

24 July

LPG Instant Hot Water Recommendations LPG Instant Hot Water Recommendations

Jessica Where are you based and what stage are you up too? I might be able to recommend…

Jessica Allen

352

Ashington Homes

Jul 24, 2024 10:44 am

Ando81

24 July

Heating, Cooling & Insulation

Hi all, I’m looking for opinions regarding a good LPG instant hot water service…

Ando81

179

Ando81

Jul 24, 2024 10:37 am

Bimbob

24 July

Urgent help please Urgent help please

Help! Hanging a swing chair from balcony Help! Hanging a swing chair from balcony

What is your question?

jonathanbi

513

Bimbob

Jul 24, 2024 5:17 am

abcmeisch

24 July

DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair

Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice on hanging a metal macramé style swing…

abcmeisch

158

abcmeisch

Jul 24, 2024 4:55 am

alexthewale

23 July

Solar Panel Installation Solar Panel Installation

toilet seat not as per the latest signed drawings toilet seat not as per the latest signed drawings

Using dedicated solar panels for the geysers during the day is a great idea since…

kumar2015

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alexthewale

Jul 23, 2024 9:59 pm

dotty

23 July

I would raise this and get them to suggest a remediation. My personal opinion,…

dishant22

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dotty

Jul 23, 2024 5:27 pm

Building on a Slope Building on a Slope

23 July

Looks like Side 2 is better option w/no easements, so you can build a house with…

alex-18

242

Jul 23, 2024 5:09 pm

Vapour Barrier issues Vapour Barrier issues

23 July

VIC

1, 2, 3

Your three paradigms for new house builds are spot on: Perimeter Drainage: Installing…

Lees

15129

Has anyone built with Hallmark Homes in QLD?Has anyone built with Hallmark Homes in QLD?

Jul 23, 2024 3:45 pm

RetiringSomeday

23 July

Signature projects Box Hill - Any reviews ? ***Signature projects Box Hill - Any reviews ? ***

Hi all, new to this group. Been watching the site for a while to get an idea of…

RetiringSomeday

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RetiringSomeday

Jul 23, 2024 12:08 pm

whatshappening

23 July

1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Can see a few houses being put up on the Box Hill development. Anyone here going…

kdr123

232755

whatshappening

Jul 23, 2024 11:46 am

South-facing orientation South-facing orientation

23 July

the short answer is yes, it will be darkish in your living areas. You dont need…

newbuild2024

785

Crown Hill Estate Riverstone Crown Hill Estate Riverstone

Jul 23, 2024 10:35 am

Viga

23 July

Why is my TV picture Blurry?Why is my TV picture Blurry?

NSW

1 ... 4, 5, 6

Has anyone bought a land or hand/house package in Crown Hill Grantham Farm 2765.…

Thanu

105

29449

Viga

Jul 23, 2024 9:56 am

BJ88

23 July

Home Theatre & Automation

Hi All Long time not being here, hope everyone is keeping well. Lately during a…

BJ88

220

BJ88

Jul 23, 2024 6:13 am

juliennegd

22 July

Re sale Deed in a completed House and Land Package Re sale Deed in a completed House and Land Package

Building fence before the house Building fence before the house

The house is already completed that’s the solicitor’s point. Well have a more…

juliennegd

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juliennegd

Jul 22, 2024 10:48 pm

jagberg

22 July

Administrator Administrator

It will help keep your dog safe and secure, and you'll have one less major task…

Wardrop

5462

jagberg

Jul 22, 2024 9:49 pm

Filthy12

22 July

Building Valiente Two with McDonald Jones in Diamond Beach M Building Valiente Two with McDonald Jones in Diamond Beach M

Does anyone have new info re Qarbata homes administration? Any key contacts you…

Filthy12

225

Filthy12

Jul 22, 2024 8:52 pm

Joshm87

22 July

NSW

1, 2

Thanks guys appreciate the feedback

vin83

28234

Joshm87

Jul 22, 2024 7:00 pm

Harsh_it

22 July

IMSU homes IMSU homes