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MnT
MnT
22 September 2015

Alfresco - Retractable louvre roof ('vergola') Vs Skylight?

Alfresco - Retractable louvre roof ('vergola') Vs Skylight?

It was a while ago now probably 7 years ago. It was a decent size with a gable, we were quoted supply & install $21k but my husband ended up installing it himself so…

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MnT
Sep 22, 2015 8:43 pm
MnT
ChrisandPolly
ChrisandPolly
20 September 2015

decking ideas - keep spa or remove?

decking ideas - keep spa or remove?

Hi everyone, This is my 1st post to the forum, and I must say there is a wealth of knowledge here! My wife and I have bought a new house and there is an in ground spa…

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ChrisandPolly
Sep 20, 2015 8:58 am
LN28
LN28
3 September 2015

Stratco or Shademaster?

Stratco or Shademaster?

Stratco by far. More comprehensive system, better engineering, better warranty and been in business for 50+ years!

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LN28
Sep 03, 2015 8:37 pm
goody59
goody59
28 July 2015

Planting Trees on an easement

Planting Trees on an easement

As far as root damege to sewers new developments (with Clay pipes) are normally less of a problem than older properties that have clay…

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goody59
Jul 28, 2015 9:28 am
goody59
crash76
crash76
24 June 2015

Help on how to build a timber framed corrugated fence.

Help on how to build a timber framed corrugated fence.

HI, I am after some advice and guidance on how to build a timber framed corrugated fence. I am wanting to use large posts such as 150 x 150 or 200 x 200, and have a mini…

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crash76
Jun 24, 2015 11:51 am
djlanceuppercut
djlanceuppercut
17 June 2015

Gabion Baskets.

Gabion Baskets.

For anyone looking for assistance with gabion baskets in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast, check out www.gabionbasketsqueensland.com for a local supplier. The…

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djlanceuppercut
Jun 17, 2015 8:58 pm
cheapblinds
cheapblinds
12 May 2015

Retractable Roof Systems

Retractable Roof Systems

If you looking to cover an outdoor area but still require the sunlight to provide lighting I would highly recommend Retractable Roof Systems or Pergolas.....they are…

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cheapblinds
May 12, 2015 8:10 am
cheapblinds
homesaw
homesaw
29 April 2015

Surface Water Drainage/Mould Inside Brickwork Subfloor HELP!

Surface Water Drainage/Mould Inside Brickwork Subfloor HELP!

My apologies for not getting back to you sooner, as I hadn't received any emails saying that someone had replied to my post. All fixed now!!! Thanks again for the great…

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homesaw
Apr 29, 2015 12:47 am
Adam.M
Adam.M
14 April 2015

Attaching pergola to steel framed house?

Attaching pergola to steel framed house?

Usually you would aim to fix the top of your pergola/verandah roof to the fascia. To be more exact, the rafters the end at the fascia. These are then connected with a…

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Adam.M
Apr 14, 2015 3:30 pm
Merry-B
Merry-B
8 April 2015

Shade Sail requirements and….

Shade Sail requirements and….

Got my shade and its absolutely beautiful. If anyone in the Melbourne Vic need one let me know. Builder i got was fantastic and VERY reliable,…

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Merry-B
Apr 08, 2015 2:29 pm
BlackVinyl
BlackVinyl
6 April 2015

Pergola/Verandah information - Melbourne VIC

Pergola/Verandah information - Melbourne VIC

Thanks TashPaul, I appreciate the input. You can send some pics if you like. I will PM my email address. Although, we have decided to go all steel/colorbond. We won't be…

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BlackVinyl
Apr 06, 2015 10:09 pm
cyclosarin
cyclosarin
15 March 2015

Alfresco orientation - north or west facing?

Alfresco orientation - north or west facing?

AS far from the sun as possible. I grew up in a house with a west facing backyard, and it made summer barbeques murder. No one wanted to be outside.

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cyclosarin
Mar 15, 2015 9:43 pm
joea
joea
15 February 2015

What is best for decking? Treated pine or spotted gum?

What is best for decking? Treated pine or spotted gum?

Will add spotted gum to the top of my list when I build our deck on the alfresco :)

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joea
Feb 15, 2015 8:40 am
joea
VivianN
VivianN
13 February 2015

Has anyone used TREX composite decking??

Has anyone used TREX composite decking??

We've used Trex for our decking at the back of the house. While it is pretty expensive, I would definitely recommend it. We had it installed about 6 months ago and…

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VivianN
Feb 13, 2015 8:46 am
plucka
plucka
28 January 2015

Rear deck cleaning question

Rear deck cleaning question

Can't really tell what kind of timber that is but yeah best to replace that board as it as begun to rot. You can get deck cleaning products or you can make your own using…

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plucka
Jan 28, 2015 11:21 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
28 December 2014

Outdoor furniture stores Melbourne?

Outdoor furniture stores Melbourne?

Yes ... but the comment is still relevant ... :) I see so much crap in these places - the wood I…

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Saint Mike
Dec 28, 2014 5:13 pm
Saint Mike
matt1197
matt1197
9 December 2014

Final Touches - Cranbourne Victoria

Final Touches - Cranbourne Victoria

Hi Guys...!! I am almost done with my build and need some advise on the following: 1. I currently only have ducted heating, can the same ducts be used for cooling ( be it…

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matt1197
Dec 09, 2014 3:17 pm
Adrian008
Adrian008
8 December 2014

Timber Decking - Stain Removal

Timber Decking - Stain Removal

Hi Adrian, no advice on stain removal but our oiled merbau deck didn't really get dirty, you might find the protective oils / stains are…

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Adrian008
Dec 08, 2014 2:50 pm
pseretis01
pseretis01
27 November 2014

tile subfloor for exterior

tile subfloor for exterior

Hey guys, I am in the process of building my deck, but i want to step down onto a tiled floor for my bbq. My question is Do i put 15mm cement sheet on top of my joists for…

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pseretis01
Nov 27, 2014 9:18 am
sphell
sphell
27 November 2014

Attaching roof posts to existing deck

Attaching roof posts to existing deck

I've searched everywhere and I can't seem to find a definitive answer on this. I want to build a roof over our deck and I'm wondering the best way to attach the support…

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sphell
Nov 27, 2014 6:33 am
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13Jack
Nov 12, 2014 10:13 am
mgilla
mgilla
31 October 2014

Prefab Merbau Screens - Tannin Leach?

Prefab Merbau Screens - Tannin Leach?

you can try and bleed it out before putting them in place. theres a product by intergrain called reviva, give them a treatment with this then seal them again. its also…

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mgilla
Oct 31, 2014 4:57 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
8 October 2014

Treated pine barge boards...what to paint them with?

Treated pine barge boards...what to paint them with?

Answered this somewhere else ... but - I used a clear oil - no colour at all - on my treated pine wall and steps. Brought pine out really well. Friends always asked what…

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Saint Mike
Oct 08, 2014 8:17 am
Saint Mike
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
18 September 2014

Retractable Flyscreens for Alfresco in BAL 12.5 area

Retractable Flyscreens for Alfresco in BAL 12.5 area

Good idea to stop possible ember attack in the case of an approaching fire front. If your home is a new build the BAL rating would need to be complied with by the home…

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Berstan Homes
Sep 18, 2014 2:32 pm
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
Berstan Homes
18 September 2014

Side Screen help - Cranbourne North

Side Screen help - Cranbourne North

There are many different styles and types of louvers that could be applied to your home. Also have you thought about screening plants example neighbours be gone.

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Berstan Homes
Sep 18, 2014 2:32 pm
Berstan Homes
comfortablywacky
comfortablywacky
17 September 2014

wWhat is this tree?

wWhat is this tree?

Any idea about this one?

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comfortablywacky
Sep 17, 2014 10:08 pm
comfortablywacky
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
10 September 2014

Which carport suits this house?

Which carport suits this house?

I like the brick idea - makes it look nicer. Would a "fly-over" style roof work here - attached to house and posts on boundary line - sort of.

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Saint Mike
Sep 10, 2014 7:34 am
Saint Mike
Ponzu
Ponzu
31 August 2014

Soil issue?

Soil issue?

Read Fu Manchu's sticky on turf. Everything regarding conditioning soil is there

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Ponzu
Aug 31, 2014 7:55 pm
jtuohey85
jtuohey85
29 August 2014

Aussie made garages and barns

Aussie made garages and barns

Hey, I'm wondering if anyone has has a shed or barn of any description built by Aussie made garages and barns? I have got a few quotes off shed builders around Melbourne…

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jtuohey85
Aug 29, 2014 5:26 pm
PEARZ
PEARZ
29 August 2014

Building deck in Casey Council, VIC

Building deck in Casey Council, VIC

Out of curiosity did you happen to go with concept board 1? Also regarding the original question, did u end up finding your answer? We're also starting to look at…

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PEARZ
Aug 29, 2014 3:43 pm
PEARZ

Hi guys, I'm new here so I hope this is the right section and that formatting is okay. My new house has a a set of approx 6 steps leading from the house to the backyard.…

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ashlore
Aug 22, 2014 4:54 pm
SteveD
SteveD
14 August 2014

Permit Expert Needed

Permit Expert Needed

Yes, yes and yes The council use a service called intramaps and this shows accurately the block dimensions and whats on it. It is what it is....

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SteveD
Aug 14, 2014 9:30 pm
lila rose
lila rose
2 August 2014

Concrete Paving or slab as my alfresco?

Concrete Paving or slab as my alfresco?

Thank you all the responses were really helpful :) we have integrated it into the slab.

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lila rose
Aug 02, 2014 8:49 pm
lila rose
suspct
suspct
29 July 2014

How Do I Organise Fencing With Neighbours on a New Build?

How Do I Organise Fencing With Neighbours on a New Build?

I had 4 neighbours to deal with who wanted 4 different types of fences... if i was to do it over i would buy a block with no neighbours, or i would build and pay for my…

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suspct
Jul 29, 2014 11:50 am
UpsizeTime
UpsizeTime
31 May 2014

Alfresco Floor (Modwood Composite Decking) - Question

Alfresco Floor (Modwood Composite Decking) - Question

What did you end up using near the pool? We are thinking what to use and would lov two see pictures. We are thinking of mod wood next to the alfresco and then maybe…

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UpsizeTime
May 31, 2014 12:34 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
4 March 2014

Visitors

Visitors

Not really, we think he lives at our place, but he thinks…

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ECOECO
Mar 04, 2014 5:10 pm
ECOECO
nellpop
nellpop
17 February 2014

RENO - deck then render or render then deck

RENO - deck then render or render then deck

Thank you - that makes a lot of sense.

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nellpop
Feb 17, 2014 8:54 pm
geeseman
geeseman
15 February 2014

What to do with Alfresco?

What to do with Alfresco?

If you deck you can extend out past the end of the alfresco. Space for a bbq and steps to the garden. I did this recently. It was a low deck where I used gal steel for…

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geeseman
Feb 15, 2014 10:02 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
1 February 2014

Can a broken garden timer be fixed

Can a broken garden timer be fixed

Depends what's wrong with it. But - if its the basic one - cheap - I'd throw it ... :) You can get very good ones - auto start etc - for very little. I've got them - and…

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Saint Mike
Feb 01, 2014 9:44 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
26 January 2014

Concrete uneven advice please

Concrete uneven advice please

Not the worst that I have seen, but pretty 'meh' on the quality. You could be annoying and ask him to rip it up, then redo it as it hasn't…

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Saint Mike
Jan 26, 2014 9:26 am
Saint Mike
B STAR
B STAR
24 January 2014

Poor quality decking work by registered builder...HELP

Poor quality decking work by registered builder...HELP

to lazy to put in a string line, and a bit to happy with countersinking. Also have you look up his registration? Are you sure his has a DB - U and not a DB-M. If he only…

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B STAR
Jan 24, 2014 12:56 pm
RenovationsGalore
RenovationsGalore
20 January 2014

Tell me about your bamboo decking! Please...?

Tell me about your bamboo decking! Please...?

Hi there. I have used the wpc decking and overall very happy with it. Purchased the hollow core material....would recommend you get the solid core. Also make sure the…

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RenovationsGalore
Jan 20, 2014 3:27 am
RenovationsGalore
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
19 January 2014

Outdoor Decking and Permit Requirements

Outdoor Decking and Permit Requirements

I'd be ringing their info section and ask. Most Councils are good and prefer you asking BEFORE acting ... :)

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Saint Mike
Jan 19, 2014 8:35 am
Saint Mike
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kek
Jan 13, 2014 8:52 pm
kek
yvonneh
yvonneh
5 January 2014

Decking Aproximate

Decking Aproximate

Hello I just built a spreadsheet to do some calculations myself and thought I'd share it It's a google spreadsheet... and you can see it…

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yvonneh
Jan 05, 2014 4:39 pm
kexkez
kexkez
31 December 2013

What is the size of you alfresco area?

What is the size of you alfresco area?

I love that longer length but if possible would add another m to that 2.8

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kexkez
Dec 31, 2013 8:00 am
kexkez
Souws
Souws
21 December 2013

Building a sunroom - Completed PICS!!

Building a sunroom - Completed PICS!!
1, 2, 3, 4

Hi Hels, We are thinking to convert our sideyard to a functional sunroom, would you be able to post me some picture on your finished project? Following this thread it…

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Souws
Dec 21, 2013 10:38 am
How Hard Can it Be
How Hard Can it Be
4 December 2013

Pergola/Deck complete - help with next stage......

Pergola/Deck complete - help with next stage......

Hi Jericho and Agape HHCiB, I thought I'd chime on on the idea of cutting off rear access for cars. It does seems to be the modern way of living…

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How Hard Can it Be
Dec 04, 2013 8:36 pm
off_the_grid
off_the_grid
4 December 2013

Building a large 3D sign

Building a large 3D sign

Thanks mate :) The sign below was made out of marine ply, though I see from others that ply with sealer is adequate. That plus a few trusses on the points that need the…

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off_the_grid
Dec 04, 2013 1:29 pm
off_the_grid
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
15 November 2013

Cost of deck?? What might it be?

Cost of deck?? What might it be?

Also - get a quote for paving (with drain included) - can be similar prices.

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Saint Mike
Nov 15, 2013 7:18 am
Saint Mike

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