General Discussion

bpratt

29 June 2016

Woodlea

I am selling my 640 sq lot in woodlea,settlement gonna be in couple of weeks,can take extension, I dont want any profit,same price as i bought it, Anyone interested text…

Stewie D

29 June 2016

Colorbond roof

Ask any tradie who has to climb onto a roof or into a roof space - certainly noticeable difference. I can vouch for that. Years ago I did…

SileNceR

28 June 2016

STABILIZING SLOPING CLAY UNDER HIGHSET QUEENSLANDER

Probably a drainage issue more than something that you need to specifically stabilise - but I think you should speak to an engineer and get some options rather than…

captaint

27 June 2016

Painting a Cast Iron Hydronic Heater

qebtel

27 June 2016

House Raise Brisbane - Costings (Thoughts)

Assuming its just a house with no obstructions, on flat land, already on stumps, Id say the cost should be $12K - $15K. Did you shop around? Seems excessive.

SaveH2O

27 June 2016

Gas and water pipes in ceilings

The Plumbing Regulations 2008 state: “Drinking water that is not intentionally heated must be delivered at a temperature of less than 40 degrees Celsius”. It can…

1960sModernistHome

24 June 2016

Cost for electrical work in a new house?

Yes $10-$15k is a reasonable budget for the total electrical portion of your build.

Alexxdavid

20 June 2016

Vanity wall mixer height

Hi everyone, Was looking at my working drawings today and was wondering if this was right: We have wall mount mixers at 14cm above inset basin and 16cm above undermount…

lazybones1987

19 June 2016

Looking for a fencer in Brisbane Northside

Hi, Can someone please recommend me a fencer in Brisbane Northside (North Lakes). I'm trying to get some quotes from different people and trying to figure out if I should…

tjilpi

18 June 2016

Where do you sell second hand building materials?

Furniture can also be sold on ebay, gumtree etc. But there are also auction houses where you can sell it. In Melbourne there are several.Just a few are Leonard Joels,…

Joker

17 June 2016

acrylic textured paint vs acrylic render

I didn't render myself but painted render and it lasts years and years longer this way; most don't do but will save thousands in the long run.

amzandjames

16 June 2016

Orientation for my new build

Thanks for the info everyone, really helpful! I think we will try to face south-west and bring in more light and sunshine Thanks again.

Messina

16 June 2016

Drive way

Thanks Tash!

bg100

15 June 2016

Agi pipe drain - advice needed

I will be connecting this drain up to the stormwater system which will be improved with my backyard renovations so silt pits would be part of this. At the moment I just…

mariawilliam1

14 June 2016

Furniture Movers Melbourne

I have used a few. John Ryan Removals in Melbourne good. Reliable and affordable.

oldchippy

13 June 2016

What to do 3 yr old home with Acrylic Texture Render failing

The Builder should determine the cause upon inspection and who is responsible. The reason for the fail should not be guessed by someone on an internet forum. I state…

rdcoo89

12 June 2016

Builders that specialize in insurance jobs

The builder who was building my house went bankrupt and has therefore seized construction. It is now going through the insurance channels and I'm looking for a new builder…

Stewie D

11 June 2016

New Build Retaining Wall with build to boundary question?

That will depend as much on your councils guidelines as anything else. I'd ask them first. Stewie

HelenJRall

10 June 2016

Looking for Haliburton cottage shed

Hi guys what would you estimate the cost to build Haliburton cottage shed . I am thinking about a completely stand alone room in the garden with the following…

clueless2009

9 June 2016

Fencing - Victoria

Its also depend on the fencing company too. Some willing to chase it up with ur neighbor if you provide the details and also they will wait till both parties pay the…

Tim65

9 June 2016

Quality and Price of Bunnings/Masters vs Specialty Stores

Same as everything in life it pays to shop around , I use Bunnings for a fair few things but also speciality stores or suppliers for others, I have found the price from…

mack042

8 June 2016

Taps Height

Shower mixer should be 1000mm high. Anywhere between 900mm and 1100mm should be ok though.

tams

8 June 2016

Framed home builders in the Perth Hills

Hi guys, We are looking at building again in the Perth Hills. Due to many of the blocks having steep slopes we are considering a framed house on poles. Does anyone have…

Daz_

7 June 2016

White set curing time

Thanks guys...exactly the detailed responses I was hoping for! I'm waiting to hear back from my SS but fingers crossed I can delay the main floor tiling until July.…

SoftEng

7 June 2016

hebel wall and flooring panels

Its sheer rubbish ... how can such boards be allowed in the industry is beyond me. Hebel anyday over particleboard flooring.

Stewie D

7 June 2016

Staircase nosing line?

As per what OC says above. I'm curious as to why you want to know the difference ? Most nosings if any are usually less then 25mm and would only impact the difference in…

bradster181

7 June 2016

Perth pest control

Thanks for the feedback.

Stewie D

7 June 2016

Oil Based binder/sealer

If you have a standard built home in or near Perth which would be double brick external walls and single brick internal walls then plastered with sand/cement and a white…

shams

6 June 2016

do i need architectural plans?

Thanks guys, i'll be getting updated architectural drawings for construction, i don't want to be stressing during my build.

Adam83

5 June 2016

Obtaining Building Licence in Victoria

^^

TomCat

5 June 2016

PAINTING OUR BEDROOM - ARE SPRAY GUNS GOOD & EASY TO USE

What's the difference with blue painters tape? ? I used standard (Bear brand) masking tape throughout my house with no problem (took it all off within few days). Tape…

johanna.ram

4 June 2016

I need a brickie!

This site might help https://www.womo.com.au/s/Brick-layer-n ... 0/M0101001 https://letsbuildwithboutique.wordpress.com

aloenyx

3 June 2016

Sliding doors on wardrobes?

I went with sliders, had them in my apartment and liked them. Have a single hinged door now that is always banging against my desk (no room!!!). My apartment has mirrors…

qebtel

3 June 2016

CONCRETE SWIMMING POOL

lol they never come back. hes well and truly gone, so dont hold your breath.

lazandjohn

2 June 2016

Dilemma - fence blew down....

mmmm, now I've rung a fencing supplier and a Colorbond fence is $85/metre installed (some is into limestone). We'll see...maybe not a dilemma if it's not as expensive as…

dbk

31 May 2016

Built In Wood Fires

any owners of the masport i9000??? would love to hear some feedback from owners as we are planning to put one in. it is to be put in a huge open plan space. 150-200 sqm? thanks!

building-expert

31 May 2016

Display home insurance

Dear Members, For all your future reference you may try at The Builders Insurance Broker.

SancHarmony

31 May 2016

Does Gyprock Soundchek have the name written on it?

It was around $600 which also included the Soundscreen insulation and it was just for the media room.

bashworth

30 May 2016

Joining the queue -first home buyer - help to decide

When I set off on the property journey 40 years ago. The idea was to get something I could afford. . . in our case a 2 bedroom townhouse. I did get round to building the…

Quirmeball1280

29 May 2016

Austral Urban One - Pepper

Hello, we are thinking of using this brick with off white mortar. Does anyone have a preference for ironed vs flush mortar finish? I think ironed is the more traditional…

Vcm_9

29 May 2016

Melbourne - South East - Rough Cost ideas of Custom Build

Hi, we are in the same process of bayside Melbourne. We've done the research on custom builders and actuall had engaged l37 until the contract stage. We disengaged their…

VRKST

29 May 2016

Kitchen Renovation variations & home warranty certificate qu

a core hole through the floor from my kitchen to the car park for drainage.

6banga

28 May 2016

Weep holes chunked with mortar

Nope come on your kidding aren't you that could take 10 minutes of their time and cost me $100,000K in the long run........ Im sure the brickie that did my house live…

Charley

27 May 2016

Furniture sale 50% to 80% off RRP - 4th June only

Ooh might be worth a look My 2016 build viewtopic.php?t=81011

Nickaylee01

25 May 2016

Redink luxury

He's the Senior Sales & Design Consultant

Variegated

25 May 2016

Community title scheme

Not sure why you are expecting there to be any discount for a community title property? My land is semi rural and community title, and houses in the suburb sold recently…

building-expert

25 May 2016

How Do I know if the concreting is done right?--PM

I agree You have just posted a very convincing argument for owners to get their own independent inspector for stage inspections. Someone that calls it what it is without…

bobinyelm

25 May 2016

Exracting 20 liters/24hr water in dehumidifier in oNew Home

Gems23

25 May 2016

Henley Allegra Q1

We are building in Mernda, Sahara q3. Overall the build with Henley has been a positive experience. Site supervisors only meet you after the crucial stages unless you ask…