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Pete_n_Pet

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Pete_n_Pet

23 May 2012

Re: SunshineT's Build: kaboom! it's all happeningBuilding A New House

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May 23, 2012 10:50 am

Good news: drove past this morning and the moroka looks heaps better (and lighter) than I had remembered. Phew. But I have decided to go standard white for the eaves which will then be the same colour for the alfresco ceiling. There is a reason the standard white is so popular! More guys on site th...

I wish there was a like button. That sounds great!

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23 May 2012

Re: SunshineT's Build: kaboom! it's all happeningBuilding A New House

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May 23, 2012 8:50 am

I'm sure it looks stunning, maybe just not how you pictured it. we just asked for white and it looks very nice and fresh not creamy or yellow at all, I think it is the same colour they use for the ceilings agree. i think the basic ceiling white is totally underestimated as a 'legitimate' colour. I ...

agree. i think the basic ceiling white is totally underestimated as a 'legitimate' colour. I think it always look fresh...

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23 May 2012

Re: SunshineT's Build: kaboom! it's all happeningBuilding A New House

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May 23, 2012 6:59 am

White or 1/8 strength. either would work. what white would you pick? So many to choose from... :-)

White or 1/8 strength. either would work. what white would you pick? So many to choose from...

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23 May 2012

Re: Position of shower railBathrooms and Laundry

May 23, 2012 12:08 am

Only issue i see is that it's too close to the wall. While showering your shoulder is touching the left wall.. ::sad:: agree with this. I don't think it's a big deal that the fixed shower head and shower rail are in-line. My biggest concern would be that I would be hitting the wall all the time whi...

agree with this. I don't think it's a big deal that the fixed shower head and shower rail are in-line. My biggest conce...

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23 May 2012

Re: does anyone know what is mitring to tilingBathrooms and Laundry

May 23, 2012 12:01 am

do these rounded plastic strips come in different quality or they are pretty much standard? Did any one had any issues with these rounded strips? we used white plastic strips around the window edges in our kitchen. After 5 years, still looked brilliant, never had a problem (we sold, so don't know h...

we used white plastic strips around the window edges in our kitchen. After 5 years, still looked brilliant, never had a...

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22 May 2012

Re: Which sink is more practical?Bathrooms and Laundry

May 22, 2012 11:55 pm

That's the caroma Liana sink, isn't it? (not sure of spelling) We are hoping/planning to do the undermount sink with taps coming from the wall. Easy cleaning.

That's the caroma Liana sink, isn't it? (not sure of spelling) We are hoping/planning to do the undermount sink with tap...

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22 May 2012

Re: Vanity size - what would you do?Bathrooms and Laundry

May 22, 2012 11:52 pm

get whatever you can buy without going custom. If there is a 750-800mm that does the trick, go for it. At least you can put in a 900mm if necessary (more variety/range with 900mm I think)

get whatever you can buy without going custom. If there is a 750-800mm that does the trick, go for it. At least you can ...

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22 May 2012

Re: Help with choosing an ensuite designBathrooms and Laundry

May 22, 2012 11:50 pm

I like Dee's suggestion. Would allow you to have a high window along the shower (great spot for a shampoo shelf) and window over bath. Gives a very generous shower and a bit of privacy (since part of the shower is enclosed by the toilet wall. Have the bathroom entry door open away from the vanity an...

I like Dee's suggestion. Would allow you to have a high window along the shower (great spot for a shampoo shelf) and win...

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22 May 2012

Re: Bathroom exhaust fans and 3-in-1sBathrooms and Laundry

May 22, 2012 11:25 pm

we plan to in a separate exhaust and will be venting it directly outside, not into the roof cavity. It will go directly over the shower.

we plan to in a separate exhaust and will be venting it directly outside, not into the roof cavity. It will go directly ...

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21 May 2012

Re: Jars/Containers for PantryKitchen Corner

May 21, 2012 4:28 pm

I use a combination of Sistema Klip-it type containers and Decor Tell Fresh containers. I have nearly phased out all my Tupperware and have no intention of replacing them. The main thing is sealage, stackability and visibility.

I use a combination of Sistema Klip-it type containers and Decor Tell Fresh containers. I have nearly phased out all my ...

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Pete_n_Pet

15 May 2012

Re: Can anyone tell me what brick this is ???General Discussion

May 15, 2012 10:03 pm

I extremely doubt thats a Daniel Robertson, they make very high end bricks and that one is a builders cheapie. how can you tell?

how can you tell?

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Pete_n_Pet

15 May 2012

Re: SunshineT's Build: electrical plansBuilding A New House

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May 15, 2012 4:24 pm

Annette - thanks! That was indeed a good thread. I have sent it to the DH (as he is responsible for the kitchen design and deciding how HE wants to take care of the garbage :lol: ) greenfish - there has been a lot of discussion about this on threads. It really depends how you feel, how much confide...

You can also set up your contract with the builder that payments are contingent on an inspector's report. A good builde...

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15 May 2012

Re: Custom Design floor plan thread post them here!!Building A New House

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May 15, 2012 11:17 am

Maybe, I dont think three metres will be enough for too much, probably more of a utility space for rainwater tank, wot water, clothesline, small shed etc... I think it might reduce the usable outdoor space a little too much, but I might mock up a quick version tonight and see how much space we can ...

I will ponder. But I'll be upfront, if I have an idea (not guaranteed, by any means), it'll come back as a handdrawn sk...

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15 May 2012

Re: Custom Design floor plan thread post them here!!Building A New House

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May 15, 2012 10:41 am

but ray's mrs can give us her 2 cents and we can go from there I'm waiting for the feedback from Clueless and Co after they get a chance to review it. No point in tweaking the fine point if there are some aspects that are non-negotiable.

I'm waiting for the feedback from Clueless and Co after they get a chance to review it. No point in tweaking the fine p...

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15 May 2012

Re: Ceiling height - how high is too high?Building A New House

May 15, 2012 10:39 am

It was only $400 for us to upgrade our sliding doors and flanking windows to 2.7m. Our builder does timber famed double glazed windows throughout so probably the windows were quite expensive to start with. I'd do it for that price too!

I'd do it for that price too!

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15 May 2012

Re: Custom Design floor plan thread post them here!!Building A New House

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May 15, 2012 9:50 am

As I've mentioned in the past- I look at plans as a prospective purchaser..and there is no way I'd be buying a newly built house in this day & age on this size block if there was no direct access from garage to house. ;) I agree with this. There'd have to be a good (& obvious) reason why th...

I agree with this. There'd have to be a good ( obvious) reason why the garage isn't connected directly to the house.

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14 May 2012

Re: Custom Design floor plan thread post them here!!Building A New House

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May 14, 2012 11:24 pm

Have thought of another way to do it if you still want the garage attached to the house. Bring the garage to the entry boundary (ie. don't drive on to your property first before entering the garage, enter the garage straight away). I will ponder this further .... but am being distracted by Jodge's ...

oooh, that certainly would save on driveway costs! Council may have a minimum setback though. .. but absolutely no reas...

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14 May 2012

Re: Custom Design floor plan thread post them here!!Building A New House

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May 14, 2012 11:11 pm

Have thought of another way to do it if you still want the garage attached to the house. Bring the garage to the entry b...

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14 May 2012

Re: Custom Design floor plan thread post them here!!Building A New House

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May 14, 2012 10:59 pm

ok. . . here is my effort. It's a big rectangular box, so will be cheap to build. Ray. . . I thought you could spend the money you save on a roofline, on a big steel beam and some amazing bifold or stacka doors which open up onto the garden, and a nice porch over the door, to draw attention to it i...

You should seriously considering doing this for a living! Easy enough to put the tank on the HT wall. Not sure about cl...

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14 May 2012

Re: Custom Design floor plan thread post them here!!Building A New House

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May 14, 2012 10:49 pm

ARE YOU READY? Good grief, YES!!!!!! Bring it on! ::

Good grief, YES!!!!!! Bring it on!