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GGeorge551
GGeorge551
15 May 2020

New member

New member

And that's the place, viewforum.php?f=26

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GGeorge551
May 15, 2020 2:48 pm
GGeorge551
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GGeorge551
May 15, 2020 2:35 pm
GGeorge551
alexf40
alexf40
15 May 2020

Plaster skimming walls?

Plaster skimming walls?

There's now an Australian distributor for multi-finish I imagine we'll start to see it used much more over here. Wish it was this easy to get 6 years ago.

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alexf40
May 15, 2020 12:07 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
14 May 2020

Painting an existing block retaining wall?

Painting an existing block retaining wall?

You can paint it but unless the other side of the wall has been coated in waterproofing membrane or paint and there is some sub-surface drainage as well then the moisture…

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Stewie D
May 14, 2020 1:59 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
14 May 2020

Seek advice on fixed cost contract, payment term, etc.

Seek advice on fixed cost contract, payment term, etc.
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That's a question for the draftsman/builder, at best mistakes happen at worse price gouging later? Perhaps a cheap and nasty detail might put clients off, so leave it…

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StructuralBIMGuy
May 14, 2020 6:34 am
StructuralBIMGuy
4thebuild
4thebuild
14 May 2020

G Developments information..

G Developments information..

Hi All, Does anyone have experience or knowledgeable with G developments as builder? (Looking at NSW) Thanks in Advance.

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4thebuild
May 14, 2020 12:11 am
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GrahamB
May 13, 2020 2:48 pm
JJ2019
JJ2019
12 May 2020

Colorbond fencing in Mt.Aitken/Highlands area

Colorbond fencing in Mt.Aitken/Highlands area

Hi Anyone could recommend me fencing contractors in Mt. Aitken/Highlands area in Craigieburn. Thanks

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JJ2019
May 12, 2020 5:02 pm
JJ2019
oneteaspoon
oneteaspoon
12 May 2020

Mysterious moisture in wardrobe

Mysterious moisture in wardrobe

norfolk Yes I understand about mould spores, I was a microbiologist prior to a workplace accident. My mum also has terminal lung disease & heart, kidney, liver &…

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oneteaspoon
May 12, 2020 12:15 am
dukey
dukey
11 May 2020

Underfloor heating. Advice, comments, experience etc

Underfloor heating. Advice, comments, experience etc
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Good point. But being limited on budget. Makes me think do we even bother with it. No point half doing it.

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dukey
May 11, 2020 2:25 pm
cesarspalace
cesarspalace
11 May 2020

Ducted Gas Heating vent - included in builders warranty?

Ducted Gas Heating vent - included in builders warranty?

Thanks for your reply. I dread thinking about calling the builders. Climbed into the roof and fixed it myself. Now the heating is back to normal. In fact better than the…

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cesarspalace
May 11, 2020 9:56 am
MClark
MClark
10 May 2020

Recycled timber flooring

Recycled timber flooring

Not sure on the specific supplier of boards. May need to do some research, best contact an installer and ask them direct.

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MClark
May 10, 2020 8:46 pm
MClark
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
10 May 2020

Rain Water Pump - included in 7 year building warranty?

Rain Water Pump - included in 7 year building warranty?

That eliminates the switching device being at fault. They have used a hydraulically operated device and they are pretty much bullet proof. A good choice. Although an…

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SaveH2O
May 10, 2020 1:44 pm
SaveH2O
CF Design
CF Design
10 May 2020

Truss design - enough space for roof insulation

Truss design - enough space for roof insulation

Anticon 60 has an R-Value of 1.3, so 1.3 + 2.5 = 3.8. Depending on color of roof, min requirement is either 4.1, 4.6 or 5.1 but the above is only insulation values, no…

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CF Design
May 10, 2020 11:41 am

Team, We ended with this plan and we sort of like it now. The windows were missed, but I am going to ask them to include a large window on the northern wall and two small…

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viju_009
May 10, 2020 12:48 am

Friends, We have been fascinated with the concept of void but we arent sure is it worth $$$$ and also its impact on energy efficiency and sound? Our void currently…

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viju_009
May 10, 2020 12:44 am
CF Design
CF Design
9 May 2020

3D Rendering Software

3D Rendering Software

Someone already mentioned SketchUp which is used fairly widely in Architecture. The "Make" version is free and it's pretty simple to learn. You can reassign textures and…

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CF Design
May 09, 2020 5:11 pm
CF Design
CF Design
9 May 2020

Overshadow

Overshadow

Shadow diagrams are required for Planning Approval. If no Planning approval was required, then there wont be a shadow study.

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CF Design
May 09, 2020 4:03 pm
CF Design
CF Design
9 May 2020

No roof coverage over rear door

No roof coverage over rear door

No its not a requirement to have a roof over a doorway. Ye it is probably preferable to have one, but that wont necessarily stop water ingress. No request you make will…

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CF Design
May 09, 2020 3:01 pm

It means that all materials where glazing is less than 400mm off the height of the deck (Deck FFL) must be FIre resistance to the standard for a minimum of 200mm

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CF Design
May 09, 2020 2:57 pm
Alex2424
Alex2424
9 May 2020

Floorplans from the 90s/2000s

Floorplans from the 90s/2000s

Hi everyone, has anyone got any interesting 1990s/ early 2000s home floorplans they could share on here. I love the designs from these eras especially with the pitched…

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Alex2424
May 09, 2020 2:43 pm
Alex2424
MClark
MClark
9 May 2020

Zaria Constructions

Zaria Constructions

What's the problem? Cannot get the form from Zaria?

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MClark
May 09, 2020 1:14 pm
MClark
MClark
MClark
9 May 2020

Worst experience EVER

Worst experience EVER

Hard to get good help, the stories I hear about volume builders is they dont care enough about the client and the outcome they want. It's just a business transaction…

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MClark
May 09, 2020 12:46 pm
MClark
ClaireMcK
ClaireMcK
9 May 2020

Home Group SAN LUCA

Home Group SAN LUCA

Hi there, we are about to build our first home - the SAN LUCA design with Home Group. Has anyone built this design? I am concerned about the front door and porch size but…

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ClaireMcK
May 09, 2020 11:15 am
Coolc
Coolc
9 May 2020

Fence ripped out by builder next door

Fence ripped out by builder next door
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How did this end up ?

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Coolc
May 09, 2020 9:43 am
Alexx22
Alexx22
9 May 2020

Finding studs to mount tv

Finding studs to mount tv

I think that buying a stud finder will resolve the problem much easier

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Alexx22
May 09, 2020 8:45 am
Hussain sahara
Hussain sahara
9 May 2020

Metricon : waited about 2 weeks after color appointment

Metricon : waited about 2 weeks after color appointment

I dont think so we are building with Henley and colour to contract sign was done in 3 weeks.

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Hussain sahara
May 09, 2020 8:01 am
Hussain sahara
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Jesus
May 08, 2020 11:49 am
Jesus
Stewie D
Stewie D
8 May 2020

Formiline hpl

Formiline hpl

You may have to resort to just picking up the phone and ringing every available company in the field of laminates from suppliers and distributors to kitchen companies. A…

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Stewie D
May 08, 2020 8:28 am

Antenna help

Antenna help

Consult with professional TV antenna installer. Surely you get solution.

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homestyleantenna
May 06, 2020 7:39 pm
John. Wood
John. Wood
6 May 2020

Metricon tender appointment delayed

Metricon tender appointment delayed

Similar to you. I signed survey with them 6 months ago. Now I am waiting to sign my color documents. I wish I knew this forum earlier so that I would not build my house…

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John. Wood
May 06, 2020 2:07 pm

This is ours 😃

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Dis
May 06, 2020 7:21 am
amilelka
amilelka
5 May 2020

Supporting insulation w/ gap between ext. cladding & frame?

Supporting insulation w/ gap between ext. cladding & frame?

You could just use 200mm thick insulation batts? They should hold within the storage fairly well.

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amilelka
May 05, 2020 1:21 pm
Hera
Hera
5 May 2020

Plumbing issue in bathrooms

Plumbing issue in bathrooms

Hi there, i need ur kind advise on the attached plumbing issue.. both bathrooms shower waste water boxes are in the wrong place.. they hav repaired it but in 1st bathroom…

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Hera
May 05, 2020 10:49 am
felant
felant
3 May 2020

Garage builders

Garage builders

Looking for a garage builder. Will need to be custom built. Is it better/more cost effective to go with smaller family business or larger company (eg. Stratco, Olympic,…

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felant
May 03, 2020 2:13 pm
victorypark
victorypark
3 May 2020

Seeking services of a c-bus sparky

Seeking services of a c-bus sparky

I have a property in Greensborough, Melbourne and seeking the services of a C-BUS electrician please who could attend and take a look at our existing system please. Have…

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victorypark
May 03, 2020 2:23 am
victorypark
Hussain sahara
Hussain sahara
2 May 2020

Frame

Frame

Frame is in…

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Hussain sahara
May 02, 2020 9:01 pm
Hussain sahara
meeh
meeh
2 May 2020

Weep holes

Weep holes

Looking at the 2 photos of our back alfresco. Are they worth redoing the tiles and concrete to expose the weep holes?

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meeh
May 02, 2020 4:23 pm
covim23887
covim23887
2 May 2020

Help Appeal

Help Appeal

Hi buddy, to be frank, you are stuck in a bad place, talk with a lawyer, and see if you find any way out. Regards, C. Smith

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covim23887
May 02, 2020 1:55 pm
covim23887
Althom
Althom
2 May 2020

A DIY universal Ratchet

A DIY universal Ratchet

Seems to be a lot of bots on here lately

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Althom
May 02, 2020 1:21 pm
Althom
CF Design
CF Design
2 May 2020

Under window rubber strip

Under window rubber strip

From what I can see in the image, it would appear as though the windows have been replaced at some stage. That is a sill flashing, and yes it it important as it stops…

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CF Design
May 02, 2020 9:26 am
MIC Martin
MIC Martin
1 May 2020

Builder charging extra

Builder charging extra

if this clause already on the contract but you don't like it, find a lawyer ask what you can do; it's not a good idea to stop the contract and find another builder to…

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MIC Martin
May 01, 2020 5:26 pm
MIC Martin
MIC Martin
MIC Martin
1 May 2020

Tile disaster in bathroom

Tile disaster in bathroom

if you haven't use silicone a lot before, a wide gap like this could be a disaster.. use a kickboard, it's a better way to do and looks better

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MIC Martin
May 01, 2020 5:06 pm
MIC Martin
mkaaaay
mkaaaay
29 April 2020

cladding suggestions?

cladding suggestions?

Hi, We have a 10m x 10m outdoor patio roof we need to line the underneath of. Instead of cement sheeting and then painting, we want to replicate the smooth metal…

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mkaaaay
Apr 29, 2020 10:21 pm
Gaudi
Gaudi
29 April 2020

Small Deck Area - What brand to use

Small Deck Area - What brand to use

There are a range of quality non timber boards you’ll find once you look into it some more. Another option to look into. https://nexgendecking.com.au I’d suggest…

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Gaudi
Apr 29, 2020 2:59 am
Sam_Sher
Sam_Sher
28 April 2020

Can I subdivide and get 2nd title while house remains?

Can I subdivide and get 2nd title while house remains?

When I was visiting friends in the US, their neighbors have discussed a similar issue at dinner. So, their lawyer said that this is impossible and they will have to wait.…

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Sam_Sher
Apr 28, 2020 10:31 pm
Sam_Sher
Rippa
Rippa
28 April 2020

Adenbrook Isla

Adenbrook Isla

Hi, We are considering building with Adenbrook mid-north coast. we have nearly decided on the Isla design option B. just after feedback on the design and the builder in…

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Rippa
Apr 28, 2020 10:50 am
Krn
Krn
27 April 2020

Good mortgage broker in sydney

Good mortgage broker in sydney

Hi , I am very new to property market. Just wanted to know some good mortgage broker in Sydney

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Krn
Apr 27, 2020 7:58 pm

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