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mishb
mishb
24 February 2010

Copy of Land Title

Copy of Land Title

It's ok, I found it with a bit of googling. Emailed to me within 5 minutes.

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mishb
Feb 24, 2010 10:23 pm
House-To-Be
House-To-Be
24 February 2010

curtains/romans /blockouts(views)/plantations

curtains/romans /blockouts(views)/plantations

My neighbour also used Into Blinds, they have white plantation shutters and they look really nice. Sorry I don't know what product they used but could find out for you if need be.

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House-To-Be
Feb 24, 2010 10:37 pm
mb@147a
mb@147a
25 February 2010

Help with wall indentation features! What's it called!?!?

Help with wall indentation features! What's it called!?!?

I just looked it up and it's 300mm high x 1500mm wide x 180mm deep. You could tile it, but we chose not to. I had to make it clear to my youngest…

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mb@147a
Feb 25, 2010 6:06 am
D200 Doug
D200 Doug
25 February 2010

Lennox Air Conditioning ?

Lennox Air Conditioning ?

Sounds like you have an increasing family ! Ours is just the 2 of us and…

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D200 Doug
Feb 25, 2010 1:51 pm
erol
erol
25 February 2010

Owner builder-please help with choosing exterior cladding???

Owner builder-please help with choosing exterior cladding???

I wanted to use colorbond and Linea weatherboard from James Hardie and a Colorbond roof.

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erol
Feb 25, 2010 3:12 pm
laymyhat
laymyhat
25 February 2010

RENOVATE ? EXTEND ? What company

RENOVATE ? EXTEND ? What company

We are in the same boat. Also in Joondanna and also wondering what to do. Currently I am crunching numbers on a variety of scenario's. We had a site survey done and a 3d…

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laymyhat
Feb 25, 2010 11:04 pm
Belial
Belial
26 February 2010

What do you think gives wow factor to a house?

What do you think gives wow factor to a house?
1, 2, 3

Its the lowered spings, flashing neons and the fully sic subwoofer... oh wait never mind thats cars. :D For me the wow factor is good design. Design thats both…

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Belial
Feb 26, 2010 4:56 pm
Belial
lisanne
lisanne
26 February 2010

bathroom electrical question - GPO's

bathroom electrical question - GPO's

Funny you guys are complaining about having the GPO inside the vanity... I'm changing mine so they're in there... I don't wanna see my electric…

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lisanne
Feb 26, 2010 5:17 pm
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makoby
Feb 27, 2010 11:07 pm
mattimoo
mattimoo
28 February 2010

how far can we build from the front fence in langwarrin vic?

how far can we build from the front fence in langwarrin vic?

Hi Lesley. I recently went thru this process with Frankston Council, and succesfully applied for consent for a reduced front setback from what is prescribed in the…

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mattimoo
Feb 28, 2010 7:46 pm
haywgl
haywgl
1 March 2010

Tsunami Warning FNQld

Tsunami Warning FNQld

Thanks for your thoughts everyone - she sees the neurologist on Friday so hopefully we will know more then! That is awful Rowena :n: I wasn't too happy with them shipping…

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haywgl
Mar 01, 2010 8:53 am
haywgl
Pebbles
Pebbles
1 March 2010

double power points

double power points

I vote for double as well ... I'm pretty sure we've got doubles throughout our house. Bit off topic ... rubber_noggin - you're avatar had me for a second....love it :lol: :lol:

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Pebbles
Mar 01, 2010 10:27 am
Pebbles
Nathan SteelFab
Nathan SteelFab
1 March 2010

No idea on whats a good microwave - what should I look for??

No idea on whats a good microwave - what should I look for??

One thing that anyone here has not mentioned is an ergonomic aspect. Our flash microwave at home does not have it. The old clunker here at work does. Put a mug of…

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Nathan SteelFab
Mar 01, 2010 10:42 am
Nathan SteelFab
Martin
Martin
1 March 2010

Undersink water filter & chillers

Undersink water filter & chillers

I have got one of these units, and they are great for the modern clutterless kitchens. They dont really cost that much to run because the units are sealed and dont loose…

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Martin
Mar 01, 2010 12:17 pm
homeone
homeone
1 March 2010

KUC Cubby House Challenge 2010 - VOTE NOW

KUC Cubby House Challenge 2010 - VOTE NOW

We appreciate all your votes. As a token of appreciation, those who have voted for People’s Choice winner - to be announced - will automatically go in the draw to win…

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homeone
Mar 01, 2010 5:20 pm
homeone
Annietom
Annietom
1 March 2010

Do most people go for ultra-modern bathrooms?

Do most people go for ultra-modern bathrooms?

Just don't do a boring old 80's bathroom, which I still notice soooooo many new home owners doing, I guess cheap builder... you…

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Annietom
Mar 01, 2010 10:56 pm
Annietom
riffa
riffa
2 March 2010

Roof for Deck?? Perspex? Colorbond? Or what?

Roof for Deck?? Perspex? Colorbond? Or what?
1, 2

Hi I just wanted to say how fantastic this looks. It is exactly what we are thinking of doing. If you don't mind - how much did it cost you…

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riffa
Mar 02, 2010 7:34 am
riffa
OMG
OMG
2 March 2010

House not yet at PCI & received junk mail from real estate

House not yet at PCI & received junk mail from real estate

We received a nicely laminated folder with about 30 pages of info on a particular property management company - and we haven't even started broken ground yet! What I…

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OMG
Mar 02, 2010 9:37 am
GSK
GSK
2 March 2010

How much did you pay for your Dyson?

How much did you pay for your Dyson?

I use my CC for all work expenses so I collect around 100,000 points a year. I just figure out how much in cash I can redeem with the said amount of points, and then work…

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GSK
Mar 02, 2010 11:23 am
gettingThere
gettingThere
2 March 2010

Arched or rectangle toplight for our double entrance door?

Arched or rectangle toplight for our double entrance door?

From looking at your front elevation, it doesn't look like you would have much room for a colonial top light. Has your builder told you it is…

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gettingThere
Mar 02, 2010 9:37 pm
Estimator
Estimator
2 March 2010

Question about gables

Question about gables

One of our nearby neighbours are building the exact same house as ours but we have gables whereas they do not. The only thing that I can see is…

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Estimator
Mar 02, 2010 11:12 pm
Estimator
Estimator
Estimator
2 March 2010

Advice needed Re: Fence

Advice needed Re: Fence

Please correct me if I'm wrong, but Your house is nearly complete, so it's not that the neighbour accessed a vacant block of land. I disagree with the comment that it's…

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Estimator
Mar 02, 2010 11:22 pm
Estimator
onc_artisan
onc_artisan
3 March 2010

Builders warranty for these defects? Please advise.

Builders warranty for these defects? Please advise.

The short length has 'let go' as the longer sidewall is somewhat tied into the brick mortar lines (indents). The corner that leads to where the HWS would be the path of…

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onc_artisan
Mar 03, 2010 12:19 am
onc_artisan
cazoraz
cazoraz
3 March 2010

What makes a bath parent's-back friendly?

What makes a bath parent's-back friendly?

Getting in with them or putting them in the shower. Baths are paaaaaaaaaainful when bathing little babies or toddlers, I'm glad ours love the shower :)

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cazoraz
Mar 03, 2010 1:08 pm
cazoraz
whattodo
whattodo
3 March 2010

What is the height of your Ceilings?

What is the height of your Ceilings?
1, 2

Our extension is having 12' celings to match with the existing 4 rooms and hallway that we are keeping (1925 bungalow). The ensuite, main bathroom and laundry will be…

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whattodo
Mar 03, 2010 2:06 pm
keyboardwarrior
keyboardwarrior
3 March 2010

Estimated Cost:Fascia Boards + Eaves ?

Estimated Cost:Fascia Boards + Eaves ?

Hello All, I need some help and I was thinking someone may have the answers i need. I need to replace the Fascia Boards around the roof on my house and was wondering how…

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keyboardwarrior
Mar 03, 2010 2:17 pm
BecH
BecH
3 March 2010

QLD Builders, QLeave???

QLD Builders, QLeave???

If you hate the QLeave levy, then maybe I shouldn't mention the brick training levy built into the price of bricks and blocks?? :sh:

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BecH
Mar 03, 2010 3:22 pm
fairy blue
fairy blue
3 March 2010

EVE estate - Cranbourne North

EVE estate - Cranbourne North

Hi there, Anyone living in this estate yet? Thanks/regards Leanne (Arrived in Melbourne 6 weeks ago from South Africa :z:

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fairy blue
Mar 03, 2010 5:47 pm
fairy blue
larajane
larajane
3 March 2010

Furniture Stores Melbourne

Furniture Stores Melbourne

Thank you :D I have heard of them, I think there is one on Frankston/Dandenong road in Dandenong from memory. Will definatley go in and have a look!

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larajane
Mar 03, 2010 6:22 pm
larajane
Lunchtime
Lunchtime
3 March 2010

Tile choice, polished rectified or not polished rectified!

Tile choice, polished rectified or not polished rectified!

we were looking at similar - on the website these tiles are $42m2 to buy but the builder wants to charge $60 fully installed (this includes the allowance for the 'included tiles')

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Lunchtime
Mar 03, 2010 8:17 pm
Jazzie
Jazzie
3 March 2010

Doorless linen cupboard?

Doorless linen cupboard?

The builder (relo) said we didn't need doors - can't remember why :th: :roll: but I went along with it at the time. The laundry is a long room off the kitchen (linen press at end…

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Jazzie
Mar 03, 2010 8:33 pm
Jazzie
pinkdiamond
pinkdiamond
3 March 2010

2 metre high retaining wall + young children

2 metre high retaining wall + young children

We had one that high and yes my son jumped off it :roll:, he is fine (I THINK) never did it again though

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pinkdiamond
Mar 03, 2010 10:28 pm
pinkdiamond
bacchusboy
bacchusboy
4 March 2010

Besser Brick outbuilding

Besser Brick outbuilding

Hi, I am seeking some info on building a besser brick/block structure as an outbuilding/storage shed. I want to make it two stories, but am stumped before I begin. How do…

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bacchusboy
Mar 04, 2010 10:40 am

Oh, and Ill move this to coffee break :)

Guest
Jan 01, 1970 11:00 am
thecat
thecat
4 March 2010

Building regulations

Building regulations

Hi, Seemed a relevant thread to re-open..... I too am from UK doing an owner builder rennovation looking to do most of the building work myself (e.g. framing, flooring,…

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thecat
Mar 04, 2010 1:00 pm
Mrs B
Mrs B
4 March 2010

Iron gate at front of portico?

Iron gate at front of portico?

Its Annietom's House :D She also put a glass screen on the edge...really nice finish. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=20394 Mrs B

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Mrs B
Mar 04, 2010 1:09 pm
Mrs B
davidstrataadvice
davidstrataadvice
4 March 2010

Renovations of a Strata Unit

Renovations of a Strata Unit

I am looking for help in regards to getting a advice and quotes for renovations of a strata unit property. It relates to the rooftop which is on my title, I want to put…

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davidstrataadvice
Mar 04, 2010 1:51 pm
buildingadreamhome
buildingadreamhome
4 March 2010

Who's connecting your power pole in Sydney?

Who's connecting your power pole in Sydney?

That's perfect thanks MrsR. I think I'll be going through Fair Trading to find someone.

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buildingadreamhome
Mar 04, 2010 10:50 pm
buildingadreamhome
ani
ani
5 March 2010

Recommend me a painter (Perth, WA)

Recommend me a painter (Perth, WA)

House going great! I'm not finding it easy to find the time to post or put up photos. The tiling is about to start and I've just had the grano done in my garage :D

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ani
Mar 05, 2010 12:35 am
ani
aarons19
aarons19
5 March 2010

Guttering System Expenses

Guttering System Expenses

How much would it cost to get your guttering system renovated? Do you have any tips on how to keep it low-cost?

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aarons19
Mar 05, 2010 10:49 am
Macy
Macy
5 March 2010

Heat Pump hot water system ? yes or no ?

Heat Pump hot water system ? yes or no ?

Thanks for the comments. Looks like we won't be testing out how they go here, all the local suppliers regardless of brand steered us towards solar for our climate.

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Macy
Mar 05, 2010 2:20 pm
kiwi
kiwi
5 March 2010

to extend or sell and renovate

to extend or sell and renovate

so what did you decide to do? Nicky

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kiwi
Mar 05, 2010 6:06 pm
kiwi
seals
seals
5 March 2010

Storm Water Pit

Storm Water Pit

Hey All, The council have rejected my plans as I am trying to build my garage on a storm water pit. They said they have no issue me building on pipes just not the pit. My…

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seals
Mar 05, 2010 8:46 pm
camyperth
camyperth
5 March 2010

North Facing Homes

North Facing Homes

Hi, The house we are in now is north facing. We built it 16yrs ago, Going by your plan yor main bedroom is north facing, We have three rooms at the front, lounge with eave…

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camyperth
Mar 05, 2010 10:59 pm
Redman
Redman
6 March 2010

Internet Service Provider

Internet Service Provider
1, 2

100gb/s = 4 gb DVD takes 1 minute or thereabouts. I wonder if its worth it unless you run a server, intend to get TiVO should it ever come or similar "on demand" movie…

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Redman
Mar 06, 2010 4:26 am
Redman
camyperth
camyperth
6 March 2010

BUILDING CONTRACT

BUILDING CONTRACT

hehehe - obviously it's not easy to get away from H1 then - hopefully I'll not get addicted... ::lol:: ::lol:: ::lol:: - I'll have a look at your thread... ok…

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camyperth
Mar 06, 2010 9:56 am
just Erin
just Erin
6 March 2010

Do I report this damage now? If so, who to?

Do I report this damage now? If so, who to?

Report the water meter to your water authority. Our storm water pit was damaged a few times while our road was being built. The council fixed it all up for us. After…

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just Erin
Mar 06, 2010 11:17 am
just Erin
Mantas
Mantas
6 March 2010

Outdoor fire place and materials

Outdoor fire place and materials

Thanks for that cherub. Great diagrams, I didn't realize they were so big. Seems like a lot of work and I'm not sure that I'm serious enough about my pizzas for that. I…

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Mantas
Mar 06, 2010 11:21 am
FelixJohns
FelixJohns
6 October 2016

Tree Removal in Brisbane

Tree Removal in Brisbane

You can get the assistance of professional tree removal service to avail reliable service...

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FelixJohns
Oct 06, 2016 1:30 pm

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