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Paula
Paula
16 August 2008

I need some maths tutoring!

I need some maths tutoring!

Same :lol:

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Paula
Aug 16, 2008 12:42 pm
Paula
HomeReview
HomeReview
16 August 2008

VERY compact blocks

VERY compact blocks

Density is not the problem with development, but rather detailed design. You can fit a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, double garage home on a 200m2 patch of land and still have a…

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HomeReview
Aug 16, 2008 1:31 pm
mel
mel
18 August 2008

help! why won't my drill work??

help! why won't my drill work??

so am i.... but have done it myself :)

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mel
Aug 18, 2008 7:35 am
mel
mikeval
mikeval
18 August 2008

Melbourne at home - Expo - 27th, 31st of August

Melbourne at home - Expo - 27th, 31st of August

Check out this link, https://www.infosalons.com.au/melbathom ... gister.asp You can buy the tickets for $10 - EarlyBird Special (ends 5pm, 24th August) If you are…

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mikeval
Aug 18, 2008 9:47 am
donuts
donuts
18 August 2008

Certificate of Occupancy questions

Certificate of Occupancy questions

thanks jamiet, will definitely make sure we get temporary one from builder. So it sounds like we need to apply for permanent C of O directly from council, once we move in.

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donuts
Aug 18, 2008 10:43 am
donuts
commodorenut
commodorenut
18 August 2008

Old concrete laundry tub - what's the metal rim?

Old concrete laundry tub - what's the metal rim?

I brokeone up not that long back, and it was way, way tougher than lead. Lead is very soft, and will bend easily. I found the steel rim to be quite hard to bend. I…

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commodorenut
Aug 18, 2008 1:16 pm
commodorenut
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
18 August 2008

How to remove old paint from window frames

How to remove old paint from window frames

Would be a messy job. You would possibly need to use a paint stripper taht won't damage the aluminium. Have you thought of replacing the windows? They aren't that exspensive

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Dukekamaya
Aug 18, 2008 8:28 pm
Dukekamaya
joles
joles
19 August 2008

Exhaust fan in bulkhead?

Exhaust fan in bulkhead?

All that build up is one of the things that sarking is supposed to minimise isn't it? I feel even better about having sarking now!! Jo

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joles
Aug 19, 2008 10:08 am
joles
Judie
Judie
19 August 2008

New Colorbond colours

New Colorbond colours
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I really like Evening Haze. Wonder if it's too late to change my colours? (contract next week). Judie

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Judie
Aug 19, 2008 10:16 pm
Judie
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House-To-Be
Aug 20, 2008 9:15 am
House-To-Be
House-To-Be
20 August 2008

Shopping for bathroom fittings - from the comfort of home!!!

Shopping for bathroom fittings - from the comfort of home!!!

The wall mounted toilet brush holders are great. You can simply mop under them rather than having to move them all the time to clean. :D

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House-To-Be
Aug 20, 2008 11:40 am
grace_slick
grace_slick
20 August 2008

Washing machine...how to move it?

Washing machine...how to move it?

Well...I'm not happy, but I am relieved that it's organised. I rang up the spare parts people for LG, and they're sending out the 4 screws and the bungs (rubber seal…

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grace_slick
Aug 20, 2008 3:43 pm
grace_slick
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gweluphome
Aug 21, 2008 3:28 pm
grace_slick
grace_slick
21 August 2008

Is this quote for painting ok?

Is this quote for painting ok?

I didn't realise either! I honestly assumed painting our place would cost around $600-$800! HAHA! It is to laugh! lol Anyway, the quote is technically just over $1,600…

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grace_slick
Aug 21, 2008 7:30 pm
grace_slick
melanie02
melanie02
21 August 2008

AAAHHHH!!!!

AAAHHHH!!!!
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Fantastic news Sharee ::cheerleader:: Can,t wait to see some pics :D Cheers Mel :D

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melanie02
Aug 21, 2008 8:01 pm
gweluphome
gweluphome
22 August 2008

Curtain Walls

Curtain Walls

Gotcha :lol: I wish I had internet when I was in highschool, I reckon I would be alot smarter and I would have learnt to not say reckon when I spoke to people........ :lol:

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gweluphome
Aug 22, 2008 4:26 pm
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bec
Aug 22, 2008 11:08 pm
Lyn
Lyn
23 August 2008

Driveway......

Driveway......

Exposed aggregate in Melbourne is about $80-$130 per square metre.

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Lyn
Aug 23, 2008 3:38 pm
haywgl
haywgl
23 August 2008

Microwave trim kits?

Microwave trim kits?

Hi guys :) I know Metric0n offer microwave trim kits, I was going to get one when I nearly built the Laguna with them - from memory it was quite reasonably priced…

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haywgl
Aug 23, 2008 4:57 pm
haywgl
grace_slick
grace_slick
23 August 2008

What do you think of these paint colours?

What do you think of these paint colours?

We tried a sample of Cocoa Parfait today, and at first we loved it, but then once the first coat dried a bit, it was way too dark. Ugh. Back to Portland Stone. (we went to…

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grace_slick
Aug 23, 2008 6:15 pm
grace_slick
JT1
JT1
24 August 2008

matching render colour with windows

matching render colour with windows

Thank you everyone, we have decided to go with paperbark windows and double strength pottery for the rendor, we found a house with this combination, so very happy, still…

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JT1
Aug 24, 2008 8:55 pm
Yak_Chat
Yak_Chat
24 August 2008

Hinged or Sliding doors on Robes

Hinged or Sliding doors on Robes

What's your preference? Pros and Cons? Wish you'd stop running with those scissors :shock: :wink: As for doors - as…

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Yak_Chat
Aug 24, 2008 9:52 pm
Yak_Chat
Mango-lover
Mango-lover
24 August 2008

any one recs a building lawyer?

any one recs a building lawyer?

Hi, could any one rec a building lawyer in Mel? TA

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Mango-lover
Aug 24, 2008 9:58 pm
Timbacare
Timbacare
24 August 2008

Do you always need a prep/undercoat of paint?

Do you always need a prep/undercoat of paint?

If you spot a colour you want in any brand of paint, get the name, code, number or cataloge the colour is in and give all the details to your…

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Timbacare
Aug 24, 2008 10:10 pm
stonecutter1309
stonecutter1309
25 August 2008

HELP WITH AN ARTISTS IMPRESSION OF OUR CARLISLE FACADE!

HELP WITH AN ARTISTS IMPRESSION OF OUR CARLISLE FACADE!

I think Michelle's rule is that you shouldn't have more than 4 different finishes/textures/colours on your facade.

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stonecutter1309
Aug 25, 2008 8:17 am
stonecutter1309
Michelle
Michelle
25 August 2008

Where do I stop painting if I'm only doing individual rooms?

Where do I stop painting if I'm only doing individual rooms?

I know what you mean; I do all my own painting when it’s a fairly small job. :D

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Michelle
Aug 25, 2008 7:39 pm
Michelle
kristofw
kristofw
26 August 2008

Metal Lintels, timber frame ?!

Metal Lintels, timber frame ?!

Thanks folks! Found the Z beam tables, etc, and also another product called Light Steel Beams, on the net, but it's all a tad over my head. You may…

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kristofw
Aug 26, 2008 10:53 am
kristofw
to_do_list
to_do_list
26 August 2008

Fixing up the worst house in the best street...sort of ;-)

Fixing up the worst house in the best street...sort of ;-)

"Really comes down to cold hard cash though and luckily we do have a friend who is a plumber but everyone else are boring admin slaves with no…

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to_do_list
Aug 26, 2008 3:01 pm
to_do_list
Pat the draftie
Pat the draftie
26 August 2008

Timber Construction (House extension)

Timber Construction (House extension)

'The Australian House Building Manual' is a really informative book with lots of details, including brick pier foundations. Australian Standard AS1684 has lots of detail…

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Pat the draftie
Aug 26, 2008 4:05 pm
Pat the draftie
ausfatcat
ausfatcat
26 August 2008

Planning programs

Planning programs

Use the copoun…

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ausfatcat
Aug 26, 2008 6:42 pm
Lostris
Lostris
26 August 2008

Adding Windows in hallways above eye level....

Adding Windows in hallways above eye level....

sounds good to me :) Sorry to scare you with all the permit talk, its just that I have seen so many people do things the wrong way and it comes back to bite them…

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Lostris
Aug 26, 2008 10:15 pm

You mean one of…

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mattwalker
Aug 26, 2008 11:45 pm
mattwalker
bec
bec
27 August 2008

New wooden floors and removalists

New wooden floors and removalists
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they always say dont put rugs down for weeks on a new timber floor why is that? what could happen? why not :?: *concerned look* is it better to protect the floors on…

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bec
Aug 27, 2008 8:26 am
ahuang
ahuang
27 August 2008

Lots of Australian sites (.gov.au & .com.au) been hacked

Lots of Australian sites (.gov.au & .com.au) been hacked

Not 100% sure about the correctness of this, according to http://isc.sans.org/diary.html?storyid=4840 search in Google with "site:yoursite "script…

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ahuang
Aug 27, 2008 1:29 pm
ahuang
garry90
garry90
29 August 2008

Where to buy a mailbox?

Where to buy a mailbox?

hi, garden centres are ideal. there are places like http://www.statueinnovations.com.au/about.html we found that when we were looking for pots most of those kind…

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garry90
Aug 29, 2008 11:42 am
thebuildingsurv
thebuildingsurv
29 August 2008

Underpinning - Propping Up My Strip Footing!

Underpinning - Propping Up My Strip Footing!

usually it will support itself that is why you only do small sections at a time.

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thebuildingsurv
Aug 29, 2008 1:33 pm
House-To-Be
House-To-Be
29 August 2008

Just saying a big hello

Just saying a big hello

Yes you did!! :lol: :lol: :lol: and it will be won't it ? :lol: :lol: :lol:

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House-To-Be
Aug 29, 2008 4:36 pm
madmel
madmel
29 August 2008

plastering over garage internal door

plastering over garage internal door

They've done it to ours too! Now I feel better, not being the only one! xMel http://marshallmansion.blogspot.com/

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madmel
Aug 29, 2008 4:48 pm
to_do_list
to_do_list
29 August 2008

Installation of ceiling fans / replacing light in fan

Installation of ceiling fans / replacing light in fan

Had some electricals done in June....a selection of itemised prices which may help (Melb $): $240 Install sconce lights $110 Install IXL tastics $90 Install ceiling…

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to_do_list
Aug 29, 2008 11:34 pm
to_do_list
Yak_Chat
Yak_Chat
30 August 2008

Load bearing walls

Load bearing walls

Sounds good. :)

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Yak_Chat
Aug 30, 2008 12:25 am
Yak_Chat
grace_slick
grace_slick
30 August 2008

Body Corporate Rules a Tad Extreme?

Body Corporate Rules a Tad Extreme?

Yeah, that's what I thought - that shutters/new curtains would be ok. If the backing of any new curtains we get is the same (beige type cream colour as I assumed they all…

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grace_slick
Aug 30, 2008 5:27 pm
grace_slick
grace_slick
grace_slick
30 August 2008

Painters...are they all much the same??

Painters...are they all much the same??

Well, we got the second quote today...they think they can do it in one single day. Is that bad? It's a 2 bedroom medium sized apartment. Just walls. No ceilings, cornices,…

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grace_slick
Aug 30, 2008 5:41 pm
grace_slick
davinci
davinci
31 August 2008

building plans

building plans

thanks for replys

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davinci
Aug 31, 2008 9:37 am
davinci
zergling
zergling
31 August 2008

Adding on a Alfresco

Adding on a Alfresco

thanks, will call them to get a quote once handover is completed.

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zergling
Aug 31, 2008 10:14 am
PhoenixStar
PhoenixStar
1 September 2008

Legal advice

Legal advice

Hi Beetle, i agree with photogirl. Get yourself some legal advice, it is a tricky situation to be in and you want to make sure you are covered. It must be so heart…

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PhoenixStar
Sep 01, 2008 9:59 am
PhoenixStar
Sharee
Sharee
1 September 2008

Interesting comment....

Interesting comment....
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Well I can say that I am in my early 30's and for the last 7 years my partner and I have struggled because we blew all our money every week. well…

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Sharee
Sep 01, 2008 1:13 pm
Sharee
House-To-Be
House-To-Be
1 September 2008

Fellow Hawkstowe ppl

Fellow Hawkstowe ppl

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

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House-To-Be
Sep 01, 2008 1:16 pm
Helyn
Helyn
2 September 2008

do I need an independent lawyer?

do I need an independent lawyer?

Hi, Helyn. I know trust is important, but as I am not experienced, just wanna be careful..... Our cases were different, in both cases…

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Helyn
Sep 02, 2008 1:36 am
Helyn
FireFox
FireFox
2 September 2008

[ADL] Zego Workshop

[ADL] Zego Workshop

Hey Guys, i signed up with Zego's website and they have a training workshop in adelaide; Housing Industry Association Cnr Port Road & Station Place,…

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FireFox
Sep 02, 2008 1:45 am
FireFox

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