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Hi, we are building in Bundaberg. We've lived in Brisbane and Mackay also. It's gone well so far. We definitely know a lot more now than we did previously. At this… tiling over new render?Generally not, first go over the render and tap it with a key to ensure there are not drummy spots. If you find any chip them out back to bare brick, your tiler should be… mgilla replied 19 July 2012 ago Bunya vs The PondsI am in similar situation. But looks like we will build a house in Bunya.
Where did you finally go? rusty gang nails on trussesNot after 40-50Yrs, it's would probably be just surface rust from condensation within the roof cavity.
But if you are serious about buying a property point it out to the… mgilla replied 22 July 2012 ago Brisbane City Council Retaining LawsI think they misunderstood! You can probably only build a 1m retaining wall without permits, but that doesn't remove the need for a larger wall!
Try and talk with them… Studio M, LED downlights...Hi tmv,
I just wanted to say we have just finished building our house & have 65 LED downlights installed. They are the best , I can tell you they make the house look… Adding and Removing Windows During Build1. If the plans were subject to a planning application originally then a 'variation' to the planning application will be required in most cases.
2. Light & Ventilation… Bad workmanship on tiling?Try contacting NT Consumer Affairs for advice: http://www.nt.gov.au/justice/consaffairs/index.shtml
If they're not the right folks to handle… kek replied 26 July 2012 ago Mudbrick feedbackFriends of ours built a mud brick home 20-odd years ago and had no problems with weather affecting the structure. The finished walls are rendered anyway - I don't know if… kek replied 27 July 2012 ago Demolition question PerthI've got a demolitioner, and I've just been back to sort out the remaining wheelie bin (yellow).
The vultures are back - the oil pan and oil that some bugger used to… amitsAug 02, 2012 9:56 am Private surveyor and councilYeh hopefully all ok now have moved proposed concrete slab and pool fence off easement. And yes the surveyor did miss a code on the plan of subdivision lucky we had rain… Sewer Manhole PricesI am currently buying a house with a sewerage main right through the middle of the block. I am prepared to move the damned thing but am getting all sorts of mixed… Billp started a topic 30 July 2012 ago BillpJul 30, 2012 5:30 pm Saphire Pools The worst experience ever!While it doesn't excuse his behaviour, I guess the bobcat operator was worried about driving over your boarded limestone and decking as he would have been held responsible… Site reports and soil testsI would have said that $1500/m2 builds a reasonable standard project house on a level block near a major city. That's by the time you have paid extra for foundations and a… independant inspectionI have heard nothing but good reports about Archicentre. They kind of specialise in this thing. They are not cheap though. I was going to use them but they don't travel to… barker replied 2 August 2012 ago Builder fined for misleading brochuresMy experience with our builder and one or two others that I looked at was that we received a base price, an estimated range for site costs, plus a full printed listing of… kek replied 2 August 2012 ago Fish Tank in PerthVery late in replying to this thread but anyway.......
Another thing you can do that I think makes a tank visually stimulating is to have a planted tank.
And use aquarium… wakaflexhi,
i need to get some flashing done on our top story where the foam meets the roof tiles, has anyone used or know much about wakaflex? would it be suitable for this and… stack stone letterboxoh sth morang is good for me (in wallan)
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thanks heaps  Waffle pod slabsThree things that come to mind for waffle pod slabs is that they are stiffer, quicker to build and cheaper.
Things against: polystyrene is termite friendly and if you… Epoxy in Mernda/DoreenASA / Bostik are the best suppliers for VIC . They are based just off camp rd in Broadmeadows/Campbellfield.
Great product, pretty straight… mr.21 replied 7 August 2012 ago mr.21Aug 07, 2012 12:03 pm Fixing Eye Bolts to Ceiling JoistsPoint taken, but functionality and lack of potential damage will be greeted with a more positive response by the female management.
And at the end of the day, we all know… Paying 5% Deposit on landJust be careful to make sure the bank has acknowledged funds paid to the builder so they can adjust the net amount available for your loan settlement. For example if you… Fire Sprinkler SystemsThanks Ribbon - and yes, we probably did meet at the BC meeting!
I'll look in Wetme Sprinklers.
Since I wrote the post, I'v found that Leap Australasia also makes… Custom Home in Eltham NorthHello sam10. Just so you don't feel lonely!
Do you have any sketches of your ideas for a plan?
Hey MattC123. How would you go about building a steel-framed house? … jodge replied 11 August 2012 ago jodgeAug 11, 2012 10:51 am Flooring - concern with builderAll that is written is flooring in the breakdown, but attached are my in depth specs sheets.
Adrian, there are no attached files.
Stewie Renovation Companies for Unit/Apartment.Hi Simon!
We bought cheap imported tapware from warehouse-type places for our home. . . 2 and a half years ago, and it's never given us any problems!
We put in mixer… jodge replied 26 September 2012 ago jodgeSep 26, 2012 11:22 pm
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, I'll try it on my washing machine, I still have…
