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benji 101
benji 101
13 January 2013

redbrick glazing?

redbrick glazing?

Hi there, this may be a silly question but is there such a thing as applying a glaze look to an external redbrick wall to give it a glossy look. the reason…

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benji 101
Jan 13, 2013 8:01 pm
fmac
fmac
13 January 2013

Changes you can make at selections

Changes you can make at selections

It will depend on where you are and the company you are building with. We made changes to our kitchen, like adding cabinets over the fridge, pot draws etc at prestart.…

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fmac
Jan 13, 2013 10:26 am
MissusS
MissusS
2 January 2013

Trouble with James Hardie decorative columns?

Trouble with James Hardie decorative columns?

Hi Just wondering if anyone else has had trouble with James Hardie decorative columns used in a pergola? We've got 5 columns.........3 of which are perfect but 2 that…

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MissusS
Jan 02, 2013 4:38 pm
MissusS
1rocky
1rocky
30 December 2012

anyone knows who makes this switch?

anyone knows who makes this switch?

definitely makes sense thanks saint mike

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1rocky
Dec 30, 2012 2:48 pm
JazzyJess
JazzyJess
18 December 2012

Dry rot or not ?

Dry rot or not ?

better homes and gardens had a episode where they fixed a similar problem. I think the rob dude had some special pait which after cleaning as much…

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JazzyJess
Dec 18, 2012 8:21 pm
MrsB77
MrsB77
2 December 2012

Slab Edge Dampness - Qs about footings, moisture barriers

Slab Edge Dampness - Qs about footings, moisture barriers

No worries. I'm at work now so will try and get some tonight.

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MrsB77
Dec 02, 2012 10:34 am
Allisonw
Allisonw
18 October 2012

Leaking Bathroom, Mould Growing, I need assistance

Leaking Bathroom, Mould Growing, I need assistance

Good Afternoon all, Got a bit of a story but really need some help..... 7 Yrs ago, built a home and lived in it for 6years years before moving in with my partner and using…

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Allisonw
Oct 18, 2012 2:36 pm
How Hard Can it Be
How Hard Can it Be
16 October 2012

Ways to make more space

Ways to make more space

Hi McReidy... We are in a similar situation - only have 3 bedrooms with 2 kids and constantly trying to figure out how to get more space. We too are toying with the idea…

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How Hard Can it Be
Oct 16, 2012 11:45 am
Michelle
Michelle
6 October 2012

White pebbles - any way to make them 'stick'

White pebbles - any way to make them 'stick'

I had gardens with white pebbles at my last house, the birds were the worst with them. scattered them everywhere. None at my reno. Good luck :D

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Michelle
Oct 06, 2012 5:15 pm
Michelle
Suze
Suze
11 September 2012

FREE legal help numbers

FREE legal help numbers

I think we would like to get the job done as soon as possible as we have had many delays as well. I am making some enquiries now. Pity Adam is in Sydney, we are in…

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Suze
Sep 11, 2012 10:11 am
Kempe
Kempe
8 September 2012

Repointing ridge caps

Repointing ridge caps

There's 140 ridge caps to do. Got another quote for $850 he said the channelling is BS and other people had mentioned this in other quotes he's been up against, looks like…

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Kempe
Sep 08, 2012 6:38 pm
Kempe
Kempe
31 August 2012

Installing new powerpoints - Cost?

Installing new powerpoints - Cost?

Was told just today that if you get a new powerpoint fitted you must also fit a safety switch if you dont already have one so budget approx $200 for that alone if you need it

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Kempe
Aug 31, 2012 9:55 pm
LimelightAdam
LimelightAdam
30 August 2012

Switch cover plates

Switch cover plates

Nope there wont be anything, some additional wiring may help in ways the light is controlled,

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LimelightAdam
Aug 30, 2012 9:40 pm
Kempe
Kempe
5 July 2012

Plastering advice

Plastering advice

Repairing crack in ceiling and have backstrapped and intend to fill with base cote then paper tape and top coat. Have limited experience of doing this and previously had…

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Kempe
Jul 05, 2012 2:46 pm
71monaro
71monaro
3 July 2012

Soil dumped not being removed

Soil dumped not being removed

My neighbour has had it removed (well most of it) . I hope this has not caused any ill feelings between us as I am sure it shouldn't be their problem, but should have been…

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71monaro
Jul 03, 2012 9:55 pm
gc9
gc9
2 July 2012

Best way to build a quick stand/pedestal

Best way to build a quick stand/pedestal

50 x 50 is an enormous top for a projector. Thinking about the projectors people I know have, you would be able to get away with a plate not much…

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gc9
Jul 02, 2012 8:15 pm
Jaans
Jaans
30 June 2012

Weird white powder appearing on ceiling

Weird white powder appearing on ceiling

Sorry, not sure... I figured whatever you might see might help explain the mark on the ceiling below.

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Jaans
Jun 30, 2012 8:46 pm
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
4 June 2012

Discoloured brickwork

Discoloured brickwork

There's a toilet to the left in fact. It could be the water supply to the taps. But it's hard to tell without removing a brick. It's a two…

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Uncle Arfur
Jun 04, 2012 12:08 pm
stormjr
stormjr
28 May 2012

Deceased person connected their phone in my brand new house!

Deceased person connected their phone in my brand new house!

Don't see what Telstra's problem is! :th: When I worked for them I had similar problems from time to time (all rentals!) previous tenants left phone on and new tenants want…

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stormjr
May 28, 2012 10:22 am
Sir Snagger
Sir Snagger
3 June 2012

TV in outdoor entertaining area

TV in outdoor entertaining area

I'd thought about doing this and using a dart board box or something similar and just putting rubber sealing strips on the doors and sealing the rest of it for when it's…

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Sir Snagger
Jun 03, 2012 10:39 pm
Sir Snagger
AllyH
AllyH
16 April 2012

Has anyone used Sarah Homes in Adelaide

Has anyone used Sarah Homes in Adelaide

Thanks Jas. This is more of a way of getting back into the market as well. Its our five year plan. After this, we build our dream home one acreage. So it is going to be…

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AllyH
Apr 16, 2012 5:45 pm
McReidy
McReidy
22 March 2012

Adding a downpipe for rainwater - what to use

Adding a downpipe for rainwater - what to use

Great thanks very much for the feedback - much appreciated :)

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McReidy
Mar 22, 2012 7:39 am
McReidy
phippsy
phippsy
1 March 2012

Old style shower head (no restriction)

Old style shower head (no restriction)

Would it be possible to use your existing shower head and drill out the jets a small amount. This will allow more flow through the head from the gravity feed, either that…

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phippsy
Mar 01, 2012 8:45 am

Personally? I am addicted to Mad Men, True Blood, and Two and a Half Men (even without Charlie Sheen, it's still funny).

Guest
Jan 01, 1970 10:00 am
mgilla
mgilla
25 February 2012

Easiest way to cut blueboard

Easiest way to cut blueboard

fibro cutters will do it if you only have a few cuts. they dont like it if your doing it all the time. no need to worry about masks, but if you are using cutting discs of…

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mgilla
Feb 25, 2012 5:34 pm
james_d
james_d
25 February 2012

Double doors and flush and barrel bolts

Double doors and flush and barrel bolts

When i put on double doors i only use flush bolts on the fixed door and use a standard door lock with a rebate kit on the opening door. I normally use a delf or equivalend…

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james_d
Feb 25, 2012 6:56 am

Oh really? And you would come all the way from OHIO? Yikes, what would be the travelling time here? LOL Come on admins what about deleting this spammer?

Guest
Jan 01, 1970 10:00 am
McReidy
McReidy
21 February 2012

Another render colour choice thread

Another render colour choice thread

Bumping this post.. We are narrowing our colour search down & would really appreciate any opinions people may have re colour choice. We are now looking at Dulux Malay…

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McReidy
Feb 21, 2012 12:34 pm
McReidy
McReidy
McReidy
18 February 2012

Is it asbestos??

Is it asbestos??

Thanks for that Arfur - that is exactly the kind of info I needed. Impressed if they do free testing as well - had one plumber tell me I would have to pay $100 and wait…

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McReidy
Feb 18, 2012 2:52 pm
McReidy
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
18 February 2012

Wardrobes companies

Wardrobes companies

We had Wallspan/Kitchen Connection to our wardrobes and we are thrilled with them. They often have specials like free installation or…

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Uncle Arfur
Feb 18, 2012 5:27 am
fireflies
fireflies
9 February 2012

Websites for research Air-Conditioners and Dishwashers

Websites for research Air-Conditioners and Dishwashers

If you want to compare energy efficiency then try the Alternative Technology website at www.ata.org.au, otherwise, like the others, Choice

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fireflies
Feb 09, 2012 8:48 pm

What would look nice would be a long window on either side with the vanity mirror on the wall in the middle - if you are going to the expense of rendering etc it seems…

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Mclaren
Feb 02, 2012 8:41 am
Mclaren
Tome
Tome
26 January 2012

verandah not as planned.photos!what to do? update new photos

verandah not as planned.photos!what to do? update new photos
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Nothing wrong with asking what you paid for, no more and no less.

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Tome
Jan 26, 2012 12:01 am
Tome
bashworth
bashworth
11 January 2012

solar electric boosted hot water system

solar electric boosted hot water system

For occasional use I wouldn't have thought the running costs of an instantaneous electric unit would be an issue. Daily use for long showers may be different.

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bashworth
Jan 11, 2012 4:10 pm
bashworth
* jas *
* jas *
2 January 2012

Carport design, looking for websites with plans ?

Carport design, looking for websites with plans ?

We are building a gable that's about 12-13m long and 10m wide at one end and 7m wide at the other end due the way the house is. I took my house plans to stratco and they…

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* jas *
Jan 02, 2012 10:29 pm
cyclops6
cyclops6
12 December 2011

Roofing problem - joining old to extension

Roofing problem - joining old to extension

I agree stewie, but since first posting this the power of the throne and I have been in discussion and have decided to do a separate building linked with a small walkway.…

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cyclops6
Dec 12, 2011 8:07 am
a_minnie
a_minnie
28 June 2012

Painting concrete - pros & cons

Painting concrete - pros & cons

I dont remember the name of the brand - it was supposed to be a sealer, so i was under the impression that it soaked in more like a stain, but i guess you live and you…

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a_minnie
Jun 28, 2012 7:37 am
a_minnie
dan355
dan355
24 November 2011

polished concrete floors

polished concrete floors

i have used the following company before and i can highly recommend http://www.polishedconcrete.com.au/index.html You can also check out concrete suppliers website and…

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dan355
Nov 24, 2011 9:21 pm
cyclops6
cyclops6
22 November 2011

Prevention of rusting fencing iron ?

Prevention of rusting fencing iron ?

Yes your right Uncle…

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cyclops6
Nov 22, 2011 10:48 am
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
18 November 2011

Raised garden bed

Raised garden bed

but then I don't understand why using them in concrete is OK I think burying posts in concrete seals them to the elements -- far…

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Uncle Arfur
Nov 18, 2011 11:54 am
Baffled
Baffled
4 November 2011

Getting a gas connection to existing house & appliances

Getting a gas connection to existing house & appliances

Hi, I've bought a 1960's all electric house that has old appliances. I've decided to run gas in for heating. I can't really afford it at the moment, but the electric hot…

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Baffled
Nov 04, 2011 5:54 pm
tjilpi
tjilpi
1 November 2011

Can I have the TV above the heater?

Can I have the TV above the heater?

We wanted to do this too, above a wood heater (zero clearance). I rang around a few tv places and the advice I got was "people do.....but we wouldn't recemmend it". If it…

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tjilpi
Nov 01, 2011 7:54 am
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Raleighfarm
Oct 31, 2011 7:21 pm
Raleighfarm
trishcoastie
trishcoastie
30 October 2011

Too early to change agent?

Too early to change agent?

i know what you are feeling ournewhome we were totally unsure what too do , we were do we sell do we rent it.... we were what the hell are we doing..... yes if all happens…

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trishcoastie
Oct 30, 2011 2:37 pm
trishcoastie
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
27 October 2011

Tile Removal

Tile Removal

As the previous poster said it wont be easy and you may have to cut the tiles into smaller sections with a small angle grinder then carefully take them up. I think where…

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Uncle Arfur
Oct 27, 2011 4:11 pm
eyspy
eyspy
20 October 2011

Bare brick wall help ?

Bare brick wall help ?

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eyspy
Oct 20, 2011 12:29 pm
mrsrusty
mrsrusty
18 October 2011

Essential living area's - with kids

Essential living area's - with kids

Thanks kexkez and kyton :) I think three areas is a goer. Be good to have a kids zone and having a lounge/home theatre area is very appealing too....love to be able to…

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mrsrusty
Oct 18, 2011 8:49 pm

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