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yvette72
yvette72
2 January 2009

Does the kitchen sink have to go under t...

Does the kitchen sink have to go under t...

I think it is a personal choice if you like it better there and there is plenty of room and not in the ay etc in door way. The house we build we had the sink moved to…

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yvette72
Jan 02, 2009 6:00 pm
yvette72
yvette72
2 January 2009

dishwasher

dishwasher

what the best ones without costly too much, the sales guys keeping running onto the expensive one.But we donot used them to much as there only three of us, so only for…

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yvette72
Jan 02, 2009 6:02 pm
kek
kek
3 January 2009

Nobel Appliances

Nobel Appliances

Can't help with cooking appliances, but we rented a brand new house with a Nobel dishwasher till recently and it was C.R.A.P. I've had 3 dishwashers of my own, all…

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kek
Jan 03, 2009 10:48 am
kek
mez
mez
3 January 2009

Ideas for bar stools

Ideas for bar stools

Paddy, sorry to crash your post - I don't have any ideas for you :oops: but I was wondering what sort of glass doors you used in your kitchen and how pricey they were? They…

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mez
Jan 03, 2009 6:53 pm
toni
toni
3 January 2009

doors for your kitchen

doors for your kitchen

thanks for your replies, i think i am even more confused LOL Paddy, i love your kitchen andthink it is very cool, is the designer whiteby wilsonart vinyl wrap or…

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toni
Jan 03, 2009 10:47 pm
mrs_martin
mrs_martin
4 January 2009

under bench or appliance tower.....

under bench or appliance tower.....

thanks for the replies! i am leaning towards tower.... just means a little less bench space, but i do have plenty else where!

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mrs_martin
Jan 04, 2009 8:24 am
SmartPack
SmartPack
5 January 2009

Wall/Microwave Oven Combos

Wall/Microwave Oven Combos

1 in 12 ovens sold are gas. This means the choice is more limited. I always start my search with asking people as you are Have you called up a reputable appliance…

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SmartPack
Jan 05, 2009 2:08 pm
SmartPack
Bam
Bam
6 January 2009

Joiner/Cabinet Maker v Kitchen Place

Joiner/Cabinet Maker v Kitchen Place

Generally I would say "If your after quality, then go to a cabinet maker. " But realistically, you will get what your research gives you. The quality of some cabinet…

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Bam
Jan 05, 2009 11:25 pm
Bam
toni
toni
6 January 2009

To the kitchen guys

To the kitchen guys

hey michelle, i just got a smaple from laminex in new antique white ?

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toni
Jan 06, 2009 3:04 pm
kek
kek
8 January 2009

need help with my kitchen!

need help with my kitchen!

It's always a relief when the decision is made. :wink: You know you're worrying too much when you start dreaming about colour selections....

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kek
Jan 08, 2009 6:50 am
kek
SmartPack
SmartPack
8 January 2009

Ideas to improve this kitchen

Ideas to improve this kitchen

wow its amazing to see how far kitchens have come. I have just taken on a job of remodeling a similar styled kitchen and the transformation will totally change their…

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SmartPack
Jan 08, 2009 10:39 am
SmartPack
Strumer
Strumer
9 January 2009

Laminex squareform????????

Laminex squareform????????

Square laminated edge tops are very much back in at the moment - there are some particular colours and patterns that are very striking in this finish. Cheers, Earl

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Strumer
Jan 09, 2009 7:42 am
Strumer
Strumer
Strumer
9 January 2009

kitchen question

kitchen question

A glass splashback is best installed after the wall units and rangehood are in place. You can go to any supplier/installer of glass splashbacks (there are many) and get…

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Strumer
Jan 09, 2009 7:46 am
Strumer
toni
toni
9 January 2009

my kitchen...help needed please

my kitchen...help needed please
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hey smartpack, thanks for the suggestion re squareform, i only saw this today, but we had been thinking squareform as it looks nice and i'm not a fan of the bullnose When…

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toni
Jan 09, 2009 10:20 pm
ellyash
ellyash
10 January 2009

How will this work?

How will this work?

Thanks for your replies. We went with a standard size oven, but it is bigger on the inside which is what I was after. Andrea

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ellyash
Jan 10, 2009 5:12 pm
kek
kek
10 January 2009

Kitchen Cupboards

Kitchen Cupboards

We paid an extra $2059 for some cabinetry to be done by PD, but having done a kitchen reno 8 years ago, I thought it was pretty good value. We got all this: 2 extra…

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kek
Jan 10, 2009 7:02 pm
kek
paddy
paddy
11 January 2009

Another Appliance Thread: AEG vs Kleenmaid vs Miele

Another Appliance Thread: AEG vs Kleenmaid vs Miele
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Hi StevieRay How are the renovations going? Would love to see the final result with pic's thanks. Cheers Michael

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paddy
Jan 11, 2009 10:26 am
SmartPack
SmartPack
11 January 2009

Our work in progress

Our work in progress

your previous kitchen looks like a life size dolls house! its scary sometimes the colour palettes of some:)

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SmartPack
Jan 11, 2009 3:53 pm
SmartPack
SmartPack
SmartPack
11 January 2009

Appliance cupboards (for Joles)

Appliance cupboards (for Joles)

I'll take some pics tomorrow of the ones we have in our showroom they are on a laundry cupboard

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SmartPack
Jan 11, 2009 3:55 pm
SmartPack
toni
toni
11 January 2009

D@n can u please help, you're so good at this LOL

D@n can u please help, you're so good at this LOL
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Thanks for the input everyone, cant wait now for it to go in, but wont be happening until late feb/early march....all that's left is to book an electrician, pick out my…

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toni
Jan 11, 2009 6:12 pm
Taffy
Taffy
12 January 2009

St George or Electolux E line appliances?

St George or Electolux E line appliances?

What are your opinions on these brands? My builder gives me St george or I can get Electolux for about an extra $900. The st george oven is basic. To upgrade to…

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Taffy
Jan 12, 2009 7:34 pm
Taffy

We are likely going with the slimline 75 cooktop with the 90 canopy rangehood. I have analon cookware and it sat very comfortably on the cooktop, no probs to speak…

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rerob1
Jan 12, 2009 9:21 pm
rerob1
Taffy
Taffy
12 January 2009

gas or ceramic cooktops opinions needed quickly!

gas or ceramic cooktops opinions needed quickly!

Thanks for your reply. That one is one I was thinking of the 5th burner is just a normal burner. I could go 600 wide 4 burner and still have the wok burner. I havnt had…

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Taffy
Jan 12, 2009 10:31 pm
Taffy
Mrhammy
Mrhammy
13 January 2009

Underbench Sinks & Benchtops

Underbench Sinks & Benchtops

Hi, I'm new and looking for information... Renovating my kitchen and have bought some under bench sink units. Now I've started wondering whether they will be able to be…

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Mrhammy
Jan 12, 2009 11:00 pm
jafer2107
jafer2107
13 January 2009

70cm freestanding stoves

70cm freestanding stoves

thanks for your quick reply. i have since found some reviews on a product review website - not very good i'm afraid. my next step is to actually visit GGs and have a…

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jafer2107
Jan 13, 2009 7:35 am
Jaeger LeCoultre
Jaeger LeCoultre
13 January 2009

kitchen sinks

kitchen sinks

Franke and Abey have granite composite sinks. These sinks have over 80% granite content in them so are more durable than the acrylic ones.

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Jaeger LeCoultre
Jan 13, 2009 3:03 pm
Taffy
Taffy
13 January 2009

600 x 300 floor tiles for kitchen splashback

600 x 300 floor tiles for kitchen splashback

That sounds good and its like I am thinking of. I spoke to the tile shop today and they said why not put 600 x 600 as the splashback the same as the floor? The cabinet…

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Taffy
Jan 13, 2009 4:47 pm
Taffy
maree
maree
13 January 2009

Lofra Professional 900mm Freestanding Cooker - thoughts?

Lofra Professional 900mm Freestanding Cooker - thoughts?

hi my 800mm lofra is my baby and i just love it. its about 4 years old and not 1 problem have i had. It is a 4 burner and wok burner in centre all gas, not fan forced love…

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maree
Jan 13, 2009 8:05 pm
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donuts
Jan 13, 2009 9:45 pm
donuts
nang3
nang3
14 January 2009

The Laminex Centre - Erina

The Laminex Centre - Erina

im a big fan of the Laminex Group, our local one in Ossy park is always helpful and their gear is great and well priced !

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nang3
Jan 14, 2009 8:27 am
nang3
nang3
14 January 2009

Satin or Gloss

Satin or Gloss

Ok well I guess I'll just wait for our colour selection. Who would have thought something like gloss or satin…

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nang3
Jan 14, 2009 12:35 pm
kyton
kyton
16 January 2009

Well! I don't know if I was expecting this...

Well! I don't know if I was expecting this...

Oh no that poor lady - know exactly where you mean. Time for your OH to call into the office again?

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kyton
Jan 16, 2009 2:05 pm
kyton
grace_slick
grace_slick
16 January 2009

Insurance claim for kitchen…so many repairs!

Insurance claim for kitchen…so many repairs!

Cool. I have to get a second quote, but fingers crossed they'll say much the same thing as the first people!

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grace_slick
Jan 16, 2009 2:57 pm
grace_slick
Taffy
Taffy
17 January 2009

2 pack???

2 pack???

Thankyou smartpack. Had the cabinet appointment yesterday. He will only charge me $300 extra to go for the gloss finish for the whole kitchen. I was expecting a lot more…

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Taffy
Jan 17, 2009 5:12 am
Taffy
archaeobabe
archaeobabe
17 January 2009

D@n, if you have some time...

D@n, if you have some time...

You are an absolute superstar, thank you so much!! :)

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archaeobabe
Jan 17, 2009 4:50 pm
archaeobabe
Taffy
Taffy
18 January 2009

brushed aluminium kickboards???

brushed aluminium kickboards???

thanks Guys. After a meeting with the cabinet maker, have decided to now go for 2 pack gloss and having the kickers in the kitchen the same finish and colour. Thanks…

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Taffy
Jan 18, 2009 10:21 am
Taffy
gettingThere
gettingThere
18 January 2009

Any kitchen maker recommendations in Adelaide?

Any kitchen maker recommendations in Adelaide?

My parents have a cabinet maker they have used for 2 kitchens, a laundry and an entertainment unit. They are happy with his work. I'll get his name…

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gettingThere
Jan 18, 2009 11:20 am
renomart
renomart
18 January 2009

Hartmann Induction Cooktops

Hartmann Induction Cooktops

I just checked on my…

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renomart
Jan 18, 2009 12:09 pm
renomart
Strumer
Strumer
19 January 2009

Caesar Stone - freezing cold?

Caesar Stone - freezing cold?

Also being a (composite) stone it has a lot of thermal mass - which is to say that it takes a while to reach the ambient temperature in e.g. an airconditioned room in…

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Strumer
Jan 19, 2009 6:03 am
Strumer
Jaeger LeCoultre
Jaeger LeCoultre
19 January 2009

Pot Drawers - possible under a sink?

Pot Drawers - possible under a sink?

You can probably use Spazio plumbing kit (Franke and Blanco stock them) to tuck the pipes to the back of the cupboard, you'll then have more space to install some drawers,…

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Jaeger LeCoultre
Jan 19, 2009 9:47 am
MissMuffitt
MissMuffitt
20 January 2009

Question about Induction cooktop

Question about Induction cooktop

Thanks very much for that info, as the one I am looking at is only $559 on Ebay, I guess I can't loose!

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MissMuffitt
Jan 20, 2009 1:20 am
MissMuffitt
jembsb
jembsb
20 January 2009

Dishwasher

Dishwasher

Got the Miele 1243, very happy with it. Glad it made the top 4 in that list then ;)

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jembsb
Jan 20, 2009 1:07 pm
Yak_Chat
Yak_Chat
20 January 2009

ILVE Emergency! Please help.

ILVE Emergency! Please help.

Instinct tells me it's the duller side with spots. can you get a bright light onto it to see which is which?

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Yak_Chat
Jan 20, 2009 9:06 pm
Yak_Chat
gersy1964
gersy1964
20 January 2009

Anyone got a top mount sink with no drainer?

Anyone got a top mount sink with no drainer?

Wow, everyone - thank you all so much for the feedback. Much better than the tea-room at work! To those who asked, yes indeed I am having a lovely new dishwasher as well,…

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gersy1964
Jan 20, 2009 9:42 pm
Hammerhead
Hammerhead
21 January 2009

Gas Wall Ovens

Gas Wall Ovens

I'm not an oven expert (in fact, if I had my way, there would be NO OVEN!!!lol), d'k if there is a difference with wall mount a gas vs. electric, but will certainly look…

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Hammerhead
Jan 21, 2009 6:46 pm
Hammerhead
ed.
ed.
22 January 2009

Splashback after fixing canopy rangehood??

Splashback after fixing canopy rangehood??

You'll need to install the rangehood before hand if you're getting glass. The rangehood needs to come back out after installation so the guy who measures can mark down…

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ed.
Jan 22, 2009 2:12 pm
vvs mand
vvs mand
22 January 2009

Best location for a tap in fridge cavity?

Best location for a tap in fridge cavity?

Strangely enough Im installing water to a frig tomorrow. Most of the ones I do are retro fitted, in that its in an existing house. I usually connect to the water under the…

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vvs mand
Jan 22, 2009 7:32 pm
dymonite69
dymonite69
22 January 2009

Induction Cooktops

Induction Cooktops

It is difficult to…

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dymonite69
Jan 22, 2009 9:26 pm
dymonite69
Feebs
Feebs
24 January 2009

My Kitchen Colours - what do you think?

My Kitchen Colours - what do you think?

Hi All, First time user but after reading all the great advice everyones offering I thought id ask for some help. Currently building a Cremorne Sorrento and deciding…

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Feebs
Jan 23, 2009 11:39 pm
SmartPack
SmartPack
25 January 2009

High Quality Kitchens

High Quality Kitchens
1, 2

If i had my choice i would have: All cabinets to be hung off the floor to stop bending down so much or be nmounted on a mirrored acrylic covered half plinth - makes the…

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SmartPack
Jan 25, 2009 4:01 pm
SmartPack

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