Home
Pros
Forum
  • About
  • Join Community
  • Contact
Reply
WatchingStarredHistory
InboxSent
MembersPros
#Unanswered     #Active

Browse Forums
General Discussion
Standard
List
Topics
Author
Replies
Views
Last Post
Ozswede
Ozswede
18 November 2008

lining my shed

lining my shed

Thank you dymonite69 for your answer

4
6082
Ozswede
Nov 18, 2008 4:47 pm
ausfatcat
ausfatcat
19 November 2008

Help! Builder wants more money!

Help! Builder wants more money!

Hi, ask to see the original invoices from the earthworks company just to make sure that they aren't charging you twice for the same job. Our builder…

4
1472
ausfatcat
Nov 19, 2008 6:38 am
karol
karol
19 November 2008

What can we do about our driveway on a limited budget?

What can we do about our driveway on a limited budget?

Hrm. I'm not convinced I like how it looks in urban areas... and if it's going to be as expensive as concrete well... forget it :lol: I'm having trouble finding somewhere…

10
1400
karol
Nov 19, 2008 9:22 am
buildingadreamhome
buildingadreamhome
19 November 2008

Formica Flooring

Formica Flooring

I posted this in the flooring section but didn't get a good response so figured i would try here.... Has anyone had any experience with Formica Laminate Flooring? I…

0
446
buildingadreamhome
Nov 19, 2008 1:03 pm
buildingadreamhome
RosieA
RosieA
19 November 2008

Need help finding a spare bed (quirky post I know)

Need help finding a spare bed (quirky post I know)

Ikea has a day bed 'Hemnes' that is a day bed, single bed with storage underneith and also converts to a double bed. its $599, i'm considering getting one for the spare…

8
1538
RosieA
Nov 19, 2008 2:04 pm
RosieA
nesspop
nesspop
19 November 2008

When pavers somehow turns into a motorbike

When pavers somehow turns into a motorbike

Give DH an early XMAS present, a bike chain and lock. If he promises to finish the owrks agreed in writing (that alone is funny :) ) then you will…

11
1947
nesspop
Nov 19, 2008 3:29 pm
nesspop
Justin
Justin
19 November 2008

Cheap places to buy blueboard in Melbourne

Cheap places to buy blueboard in Melbourne

Try these guys, under "Construction Materials" : http://www.tileimporter.com.au/index.cgi Justin.

1
1223
Justin
Nov 19, 2008 6:30 pm
haywgl
haywgl
20 November 2008

Underground Power PIt (AGAIN!)

Underground Power PIt (AGAIN!)

Hey Guys Well we applied for an underground power pit installation and have heard back from the company to instal it. Once I forward the payment they said they can…

0
602
haywgl
Nov 20, 2008 6:06 pm
haywgl
penny73
penny73
21 November 2008

pre-purchase inspection ants nest found ask for them to fix

pre-purchase inspection ants nest found ask for them to fix

We got a quote from Rentokil for $250 and will probably go ahead and do it after settlement.

6
787
penny73
Nov 21, 2008 8:50 am
igotnosmoke
igotnosmoke
21 November 2008

estimate costs of sub dividing and change of title

estimate costs of sub dividing and change of title

thanks for the feedback guys, it was extremely helpful. the idea is to use my first home owners grant on this and eventually rent it out after the 6 month period, so even…

4
1416
igotnosmoke
Nov 21, 2008 2:34 pm
Robert
Robert
21 November 2008

Colex Homes

Colex Homes

No it doesnt sound right. Very Very dodgy.

18
5891
Robert
Nov 21, 2008 4:33 pm
McReidy
McReidy
21 November 2008

PlanningWiz Software - Can you add images

PlanningWiz Software - Can you add images

I'm using PlanningWiz to try and create a new layout for my new study/drum room. Does anyone know if it is possible to add custom graphics to the program other than what…

0
439
McReidy
Nov 21, 2008 5:23 pm
McReidy
kexkez
kexkez
21 November 2008

Merry Christmas - it's Elf Time again!

Merry Christmas - it's Elf Time again!

Ok I started off using my avatar from here but then added the rest of the family to much protest as there wasn't a "real" photo of me. So I had a hunt and found one of me…

8
1663
kexkez
Nov 21, 2008 8:32 pm
kexkez
donuts
donuts
21 November 2008

Can I turn pergola into a room?

Can I turn pergola into a room?

You been stalking realestate.com.au again Mike? 8) It does look great. But from the positioning of it on the house plans, it looks like the kitchen / living / dining…

10
8104
donuts
Nov 21, 2008 8:54 pm
donuts
Sacha1390
Sacha1390
22 November 2008

What timber should I use for wooden windows?

What timber should I use for wooden windows?

Google it....everything is there:) and plus if you are still looking for timber...why not try eBay.

12
1539
Sacha1390
Nov 22, 2008 12:36 am
Sacha1390
nesspop
nesspop
22 November 2008

Help! photobucket confusion

Help! photobucket confusion

Thanks Helen, I have worked it out :D

2
341
nesspop
Nov 22, 2008 2:06 pm
nesspop
James Bond
James Bond
22 November 2008

Good landscaping program

Good landscaping program

Can anyone recommend a good landscaping computer program. Would like to have a play around planning out the back yard. Pen & paper is not as…

1
495
James Bond
Nov 22, 2008 5:27 pm
James Bond
grace_slick
grace_slick
22 November 2008

Oh dear...

Oh dear...

Oh, relaaax, people! lol I said I'd never do it, myself. I know people would do it, and that doesn't bother me. We get claims all the time like that at my work. Well,…

18
1773
grace_slick
Nov 22, 2008 6:34 pm
grace_slick
signuptesting
signuptesting
22 November 2008

SolarSpan

SolarSpan

Does anyone know how much SolarSpan is? Has anyone used it? Looking at using it for a carport.

0
897
signuptesting
Nov 22, 2008 8:51 pm
lloydmav
lloydmav
23 November 2008

Gym Room in your home - anyone?

Gym Room in your home - anyone?
1, 2

I looked for a house where I could add on a large gym. It was an absolute must. I'm into powerlifting and bodybuilding. We've built a 6m by 4m room, carefully placed…

26
4161
lloydmav
Nov 23, 2008 2:16 am
lloydmav
DeeElle
DeeElle
23 November 2008

Eaves - The Final Verdict - You Decide!

Eaves - The Final Verdict - You Decide!
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

DEFINITELY eaves..... go eaves!

89
12924
DeeElle
Nov 23, 2008 6:04 pm
DeeElle
sdabel
sdabel
24 November 2008

Rain

Rain

Our roof went up the day before it rained :D No leaks at all and you can see how much water will collected by the downpipes. regards sean

10
1561
sdabel
Nov 24, 2008 9:58 am
sdabel
Sacha1390
Sacha1390
24 November 2008

Ceiling Fans - are they easy to self install?

Ceiling Fans - are they easy to self install?

ok ok ok might let the electrician do the simple job and even pay him for that :(

15
3053
Sacha1390
Nov 24, 2008 4:57 pm
Sacha1390
DIYrookie
DIYrookie
25 November 2008

Garage walls are chipboard.

Garage walls are chipboard.

nah...can't find a picture...tried Google image. The next time I go home, I'll snap a couple of pictures but I doubt they sell those brackets anymore. The new flats in…

18
3162
DIYrookie
Nov 25, 2008 8:55 am
cynarion
cynarion
25 November 2008

Not sure what to do

Not sure what to do

Hi JoJo-- The thing about spending "all that money" on a knockdown is that $10-20,000 dollars is still a lot cheaper than buying a new block of land. In addition, I'm…

15
3231
cynarion
Nov 25, 2008 10:24 am
cynarion
Back Pocket
Back Pocket
25 November 2008

A slab and portico question

A slab and portico question

MikkyG, they didn't do it standard for prestige in mid October when we signed up. I specifically asked about it.

5
1087
Back Pocket
Nov 25, 2008 2:27 pm
mrs_smith
mrs_smith
25 November 2008

Is anyone getting nervous about moving to a new suburb?

Is anyone getting nervous about moving to a new suburb?
1, 2, 3

I agree. I went to one of the lowest rating public schools in my area, where there were bashings,…

59
7730
mrs_smith
Nov 25, 2008 5:02 pm
mrs_smith
ECOECO
ECOECO
25 November 2008

Building permits - who do Burbank use?

Building permits - who do Burbank use?

Customer Service Representative

15
1695
ECOECO
Nov 25, 2008 5:04 pm
ECOECO
Adrian B
Adrian B
25 November 2008

A new Homeone Photo collage...

A new Homeone Photo collage...

Because you're old…

7
1037
Adrian B
Nov 25, 2008 8:33 pm
Adrian B
martyme
martyme
25 November 2008

Who should pay???

Who should pay???

What does your contract say about changes made by the builder (or specifically about discontinued items, if anything)? We had several things…

5
1416
martyme
Nov 25, 2008 10:48 pm
martyme
Sassy_Bud
Sassy_Bud
26 November 2008

Ideas for spare room

Ideas for spare room

I think you may be right Helyn. I already have a fooseball table going in the main living room as it is really long. As I am the sole user of the 2nd floor and the…

6
1431
Sassy_Bud
Nov 26, 2008 10:25 am
d@n
d@n
27 November 2008

Can your Brickie do this???

Can your Brickie do this???

I've seen it all now. :shock:

2
841
d@n
Nov 27, 2008 2:03 pm
joeygbh
joeygbh
27 November 2008

Free land in the Sandarra estate for 1 lucky motorist

Free land in the Sandarra estate for 1 lucky motorist

Its funny how they say that they aren't desperate for motorists but then they are giving away land. Its not just an iphone or a car....but its…

3
1064
joeygbh
Nov 27, 2008 4:28 pm
joeygbh
James Bond
James Bond
27 November 2008

rendered foam board v's cladding such as JH Sycon Stria

rendered foam board v's cladding such as JH Sycon Stria

Does anyone know the approx cost of rendered foam board, compared to using a cladding such as James Hardie Sycon Stria board or Matrix…

1
2358
James Bond
Nov 27, 2008 5:50 pm
James Bond
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
27 November 2008

Gyprock over weatherboards

Gyprock over weatherboards

better off ripping the weatherboards off so you get a nice flat surface for the plasterboard. You'll have the chance to see anything hidden in the wall as well. If its a…

1
647
Dukekamaya
Nov 27, 2008 10:15 pm
Dukekamaya
cynarion
cynarion
28 November 2008

First casualty - the family room wall

First casualty - the family room wall

:lol: If you ask me, he's a kid…

6
811
cynarion
Nov 28, 2008 10:54 am
cynarion
hermyleen
hermyleen
28 November 2008

I have no idea! Picking Exterior colours help please.

I have no idea! Picking Exterior colours help please.

I found the article below (from SMH) helpful in choosing which white to use. I don't think you can go wrong with white. I like to have the doors match the window frames,…

4
870
hermyleen
Nov 28, 2008 11:00 pm
hermyleen
mrs_smith
mrs_smith
30 November 2008

G'day from new members

G'day from new members

Welcome!

3
892
mrs_smith
Nov 30, 2008 10:52 am
mrs_smith
Cabinfever
Cabinfever
30 November 2008

occupancy Permit.Need help

occupancy Permit.Need help

So: - They appear from nowhere 10 years after completion - The *threaten* to notify other agencies - They supposedly need to do some work, but won't tell you the…

6
727
Cabinfever
Nov 30, 2008 10:53 am
Cabinfever
Reno
Reno
1 December 2008

Analogue or Digital Antenna/Aerial? Costs for fitting?

Analogue or Digital Antenna/Aerial? Costs for fitting?

The signal being sent is digital...1's and 0's. And you either…

14
1691
Reno
Dec 01, 2008 10:32 am
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
1 December 2008

Downpipe - is this normal?

Downpipe - is this normal?

Easily fixed all they need to do is tin snip the 45 degree gutter so it is facing down then attach the 90x45 to 90mm attachment on the end attach some…

17
2194
Uncle Arfur
Dec 01, 2008 1:01 pm
kyton
kyton
1 December 2008

What things did you/can you buy in advance?

What things did you/can you buy in advance?

Very good point Helyn and Southies about the warranties..didn't even consider that. Thank you! The caesarstone is an interesting one tho -…

16
1214
kyton
Dec 01, 2008 1:18 pm
kyton
stu
stu
1 December 2008

adding extra costs at end of build??? Can they???

adding extra costs at end of build??? Can they???

The frieze tiles were all planned for, they made a mistake in the quantity, but its proving to be near impossible to get reimbursed. We may have to take Pry Hms to the…

7
1049
stu
Dec 01, 2008 2:06 pm
stu
cocojambo
cocojambo
1 December 2008

Asbestos tiles???

Asbestos tiles???

This whole thing about asbestos is a joke! It can be expensive to remove in large quantities, but honesty...if you're not racking it up on a table…

9
2505
cocojambo
Dec 01, 2008 4:18 pm

I think you should consider CB/Dulux Dune as your main colour. Dune and Jasper, which I think your garage doors are go really well…

6
1183
Michelle
Dec 01, 2008 6:17 pm
Michelle
Mozzie
Mozzie
1 December 2008

Wrong shower head height!!

Wrong shower head height!!

I got one of those adjustable ones as well and guess what they did... They put it in so that the maximum adjustment…

11
2765
Mozzie
Dec 01, 2008 8:36 pm
Mozzie
Mozzie
Mozzie
1 December 2008

When to start?

When to start?

Thats a great idea to keep pictures of stuff you like and get as many ideas as possible. When it comes to deciding what type and style of house you want it can take a…

8
1399
Mozzie
Dec 01, 2008 8:44 pm
Mozzie
haywgl
haywgl
1 December 2008

Boutique: I couldn't be more impressed!!

Boutique: I couldn't be more impressed!!

Great news Jo - they sound great! :)

14
1048
haywgl
Dec 01, 2008 10:39 pm
haywgl
Yak_Chat
Yak_Chat
2 December 2008

Did we make a mistake?

Did we make a mistake?
1, 2

Sound insulation is certainly something I'd be doing Bel. In the floor, and the walls around the shower toilet area. But make sure you don't make the kids play area…

34
3088
Yak_Chat
Dec 02, 2008 6:49 am
Yak_Chat

You are here
Building ForumGeneral Discussion
You are here
Building ForumGeneral Discussion

Australia's largest home building and renovation
community with over 1.8 million posts

Home
Pros
Forum
Start a new topic
About
Join Community
Advertise
Contact Homeone
Articles
All comments made express the views and opinions of the author and not the Administrators, Support nor Homeone Australia & New Zealand
© Homeone Australia & New Zealand All Rights Reserved ‎2001 - 2023
Australia's largest home building and
renovation community
Homeone
About

Terms
Privacy

Follow homeone on FacebookFollow homeone on Twitter
All comments made express the views and opinions of the author and not the Administrators, Support nor Homeone Australia & New Zealand
© Homeone Australia & New Zealand All Rights Reserved ‎2001 - 2023