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Reputable deck builders in BrisbaneI am currently looking at having a deck built on the front of my house. It will be about 8-9 metres wide, and 3.5m deep and about 3.4 metres off the ground. I would like… Wot2do started a topic 3 August 2010 ago Pergola covering for west facing backyardOur current house we owner built the pergola and it faces west. We did tinted laserlight roof and put a layer of reed screening under, it looks great our only problem is… Windbreak on deckI'm designing a wind break for my deck using either wood or steel and I'll be incorporating glass.
My house is old and so I don't want stainless and safety glass. I think… Zepplin started a topic 27 August 2010 ago Enclosing section of rear verandahIt would depend on your shire, check with the building section, there are factors to consider like the gas HWS needs ventilating and the toilet needs venting, check also… Solar outdoor lightsThanks everyone for your replies. I think you're right. There aren't any solar lights worth having except for guidelights. I'll be taking your advice and wiring in. Ilike… jassy replied 4 September 2010 ago jassySep 04, 2010 8:56 pm TheOKSep 05, 2010 12:37 am Deck PricesSo, are you getting quotes from carpenters for a deck there are no plans for yet????
I would say that is your problem.
If you want minimise costs you need to:
Decide on… tjilpi replied 6 September 2010 ago Decking Tooli just hammered 3mm nails into off cut timber blocks and used that. Decking timberWe've had timber decking, and the maintenence was too high. Try looking at modwood  Perth Decking Recommendations?Hey all
Just wondering if anyone has any recommendations for Decking in Perth? I'm building in Ellenbrook and have noooo idea where to start so thought i'd check here… Liana- started a topic 8 September 2010 ago Building an arbor (arbour)That is exactly what I would use. This sort of thing should really be built to Australian standards. Remember, you may not want any weight to really be put on it but it is… decking made of recycled plastic?As I posted awhile back..we used it for our front portico deck..about 10sqm. It's fooled quite a lot of tradies who think it's timber. I'm loving it so far.
This w'end… Decking - Paint vs Stainyearly is recommended but I have a door in Sikkens that I have not had to maintain for going on now 7 years The best pool cleanerNot sure of the brand but ours has'The Pool Cleaner' written on it.  It looks like a cylinder with a big round wheel on each side. This thing is fantastic! I cleans right… .oh cool! if you would mind doing that would be great
thankyou so much JoBen replied 14 September 2010 ago JoBenSep 14, 2010 4:47 pm Aquiring Timber DeckingHave you tried Shiver-me-timbers in Maidstone. I have not bought decking from them but they were the best price around for spotted gum floor boards. Urban Salvage in… albi replied 14 September 2010 ago Large BBQ RecommendationsI am going to bump this thread up.
Coming into summer and BBQ time again we are looking to get a new bbq, we decided to start fresh with a new barbie for the new house. … take2 replied 18 September 2010 ago take2Sep 18, 2010 4:39 pm Pool equipmentWe just purchased a new chlorinator. Onga brand. Cant think of the exact model off hand though. I think its their latest one? Is marketed as only taking 15 mins to… Oiling MerbuYes, my merbau deck went grey and now oil is on, it has gone back to red/brown. Totally normal. Trinia replied 22 September 2010 ago SW Melbourne Fencing ContractorsWe need to get a good local fencing person, who is reliable and not expensive to replace our fence with a simple paling 1.8 metres high and 16 metres long.
Any… cheeky123 started a topic 23 September 2010 ago Pool Excavationsyour main options are
1. crane over a excevator & a bin & have crane on site lifting over bin & emptying as digging. this is very expensive
2. if doorways line up a… Has anyone used ozlog woodlook sleepers as decking,… take2Sep 27, 2010 10:16 pm DIY renderingThanks for the kind words mishb. I'm pretty pleased with myself - it was hard work, but there's a nice sense of satisfaction having achieved something myself. Plus I've… Ours is stencilled concrete, been down for a year, no… HelynSep 30, 2010 7:06 pm Adjusting LevelThanks guys!!
Ok, well I feel a bit better now. I'll get Leisure Pools to make the pool the same height as the deck and will also consult a landscaper in order for… Show me your privacy screen...Please show me pictures of your privacy screen  And whether you made it or bought it
We are 600mm from ground level and have a side alfresco area. Fences are 1.8m. Which… Bam started a topic 3 October 2010 ago Alfresco Ideas and PicsHi Everyone,
Thought it would be a good if people could share their alfresco or outdoor entertaining area pics on here.
In particular, where did you put your bbq?
Is… Hebel Block on Timber DeckHi
Just wondering if anyone here has built a Hebel BBQ or something similar on a Timber Deck. Were there any gotchas or was it a simple straightforward process.
My… Temporary (read cheap :) ClotheslineHuh, I actually had to google this horse   ... turns out it's the portable thingy 
Yeah, I have a few of them, definitely for smaller things ... but maybe mine are not… Lex replied 7 October 2010 ago how close to fence can i build verandahDepends on state. In vic from memory a timber structure must be 1mtr from boundary. Any closer it needs to be fire proofed. Also the size of the new area and 'over… Blackbutt deckinguse a specific deck clean ie: cabbots deck clean, follow instructions to the 't' then rinse off. If you use a pressure cleaner make sure you… TrishOct 10, 2010 10:31 pm Timber Pool FencingThanks cherub.
As I was typing my above post I was actually thinking "I wonder if this fence is even allowed" haha. Alfresco Shutters/screen/blindsHi all,
We have an alfreso area that is bricked up but has two big holes on either side. I will try and attach a pic. We are looking for solutions… sabs1 replied 12 October 2010 ago sabs1Oct 12, 2010 9:52 am How to guide for decking on concrete.Check out my thread for some pics...but this is what I did...
Pour slab with a slight fall..enuf so water runs off but not so much the BBQ runs away
Bolt your choice of…
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