General Discussion

22 April 2008

Need a windows for new outdoor wall - where to go??

ooohhh.. That was quick

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Apr 22, 2008 11:14 am

2 April 2008

Outdoor Heating - what to use

Just my opinion... Regulator connector is very…

5091

Apr 02, 2008 8:22 am

24 March 2008

Painting Timber Skirting Boards - Prep before paint?

Lots of work - you normally buy pre-primed skirtings/architrave for a paint finish. If they are meranti (pacific maple) you'll find the grain shows through the paint.

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Mar 24, 2008 6:04 pm

MaylandsManor

14 March 2008

Picture Framers in Adelaide

we have used Trim Designs 517c Magill Rd Magill SA 5072 ph: (08) 8331 2377 and they have been pretty good. Helen

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MaylandsManor

Mar 14, 2008 4:07 pm

5 March 2008

Whats addictive about HO

All of you lot …

DeeElle

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Mar 05, 2008 10:45 am

26 February 2008

Enclosing a rear verandah - how and what to use

I like the idea of the translucent panels to let light in, but wouldn't tin make itr quite hot enclosed? Depends on if it's summer or…

1023

Feb 26, 2008 3:10 pm

13 November 2007

Downlights - How much to pay??

1, 2, 3

Good point installation inspector …..I won’t even turn my down lights on in summer when it’s really hot….they create so much heat! I only use at the best of…

9943

Nov 13, 2007 4:55 pm

2 November 2007

Backyard is a blank canvas - NEED HELP!!!

1, 2, 3

McR - Yep I know where you are based on a previous thread. Agree re Aggs - I used to have 50 metres of aga's in my property in the hills up behind you guys. The…

4757

Nov 02, 2007 9:37 am

22 October 2007

Outdoor Entertaining Area and Synthetic Grass

I have finally sorted out my outdoor entertaining area under our rear full length verandah.. I have put up the PVC patio blinds at one end and…

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Oct 22, 2007 6:47 pm

brittany

11 October 2007

Outdoor Spa & 15 amp plug

Off to alter electrical plans now .... Thanks !

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brittany

Oct 11, 2007 3:57 pm

10 October 2007

Rendering front of house

McReidy…I HOPE you meant to type WIFE….not WIDE, hope she doesn’t read your post!!!! Oh, I see Casa beat me to it! Hahahahahah I actually can see a grey roof!…

1551

Oct 10, 2007 5:48 pm

8 October 2007

New spa area & ferns

I think you’re brave mentioning that word “exotic” again!!!! I have found ferns to be a tad bit finicky if you don’t know what you’re…

1608

Oct 08, 2007 6:02 pm

24 September 2007

Carport - Rotting posts - what to do??

Treated pine posts (90x90 dressed) are about $16/metre. Unsure if you could get them the length you need. You may need hardwood ones or even laminated…

5729

Sep 24, 2007 9:51 pm

11 September 2007

Installing a bar in a living room - is it ok??

Yep - go with a mobile drinks trolley - then you can move it out to where you want it etc.

1864

Sep 11, 2007 11:50 pm

29 August 2007

Telstra Phone Connection Problems - HELP

I would have expected that line quality wise Modbury would be OK. I'd push them and as I said earlier - hang up till you start talking to the right person who is…

1262

Aug 29, 2007 8:23 pm

commodorenut

17 August 2007

Outdoor Spa - Need plumbing & electrical connections??

You fill it (and top it up occasionally) with a hose. By law, it must be in a fenced enclosure, or be fitted with a lockable cover that is child resistant (never say…

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commodorenut

Aug 17, 2007 3:52 pm

epiphany

14 August 2007

Gas Heater - Ugly - Need Ideas

Maybe building a feature wall-type thing that sticks out but is flush with the heater (ummm...does that make sense?)...then building recessed shelves above? It would make…

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epiphany

Aug 14, 2007 3:44 pm

8 August 2007

Solver Paints - Colour Chart

http://www.solverpaints.com.au/ They have a contacts page….make use of it and get them to send you all the info they can!

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Aug 08, 2007 3:28 pm

Gothetigers

7 August 2007

Flat roof - disadvantages???

I am building a house basicaly the same size as my father. He has a flat roof and ours pitched. The difference in the quote for ducted air conditioning was $8000 more…

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Gothetigers

Aug 07, 2007 2:41 pm

7 August 2007

Carport Pillars to be replaced

The house we have just purchased has an American style carport that is attached under tha main roof of the house.. The problem is that the 3 struts holding up the carport…

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