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grace_slick
grace_slick
9 June 2008

Wooden paling fences for balcony privacy

Wooden paling fences for balcony privacy

Thank you so much! All three are exactly what I meant in terms of the wood style I want. The first is good, the last is good. The second is definitely too claustrophic.…

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grace_slick
Jun 09, 2008 7:48 pm
grace_slick
grace_slick
grace_slick
10 June 2008

Balcony Furniture

Balcony Furniture

I've seen some nice cane/wicker lounging chairs...they're quite long and have an ottoman (however you spell it) as a separate piece. Some come with standard cream…

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grace_slick
Jun 10, 2008 4:46 pm
grace_slick
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
15 June 2008

Deck/Pergola/Balcony extravaganza!

Deck/Pergola/Balcony extravaganza!

Spotted gum is generally all from plantation hardwood

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Dukekamaya
Jun 15, 2008 1:11 pm
Dukekamaya
Newbies
Newbies
1 July 2008

outdoor pizza oven

outdoor pizza oven

yum yum pizza oven...must put this on the list of "things i want, but fiancee wont give me, but i'm going to have it anyway" right under "turn spare bedroom into walk…

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Newbies
Jul 01, 2008 2:50 pm
Newbies
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
10 July 2008

erecting a screen

erecting a screen

The posts will need to be concreted in to the ground or the fence will fall over - 1800mm above ground, 600mm in ground Most councils require approval for front fences…

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Dukekamaya
Jul 10, 2008 7:09 pm
Dukekamaya
Michelle
Michelle
18 July 2008

Calling all creative minds - help with screen

Calling all creative minds - help with screen

I put a link up to website for some out door sculptures, but I can’t find it now. :? Go to a nursery and just buy a cement wall hanger. If your leaving it behind no…

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Michelle
Jul 18, 2008 9:58 pm
Michelle

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claego
Jul 24, 2008 2:10 pm
claego
claego
24 July 2008

Any DIY Outdoor Lighting?

Any DIY Outdoor Lighting?

Great, thanks, will go and have a look this weekend

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claego
Jul 24, 2008 8:23 pm
Adrian B
Adrian B
7 August 2008

Need a new Lawn Mower?

Need a new Lawn Mower?
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Where are they made Neri?

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Adrian B
Aug 07, 2008 12:24 pm
Adrian B
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
7 August 2008

Outdoor Building

Outdoor Building

Check with your local council, most don't require permission for 1 'shed' up to 12 sq. metres and not higher than 2.4m.

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Dukekamaya
Aug 07, 2008 8:34 pm
Dukekamaya
davinci
davinci
8 August 2008

Our deck problem....

Our deck problem....

if you build a deck you generally need a permit, to get a permit you need engineered drawings if the enginered drawings call for ant caps then yes you do have to have…

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davinci
Aug 08, 2008 8:05 pm
davinci
amilelka
amilelka
11 August 2008

Paved outdoor area... what would you do? PICS included

Paved outdoor area... what would you do? PICS included

Is this the sort of thing you're thinking of? (

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amilelka
Aug 11, 2008 9:25 pm
Sharee
Sharee
15 August 2008

Outdoor setting??

Outdoor setting??

Thanks Jo - I actually thought bench seats would be ideal, I might give ebay a go (if not an outdoor setting I'm sure I'll find something!) :)

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Sharee
Aug 15, 2008 11:13 pm
Sharee
grace_slick
grace_slick
20 August 2008

Freedom Furniture hammock from balcony roof?

Freedom Furniture hammock from balcony roof?

Oh my god, don't mind me! My brain periodically falls out, that's all! Um...let me see...nope. Dammit. There's one pic of the patio area but it doesn't show the…

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grace_slick
Aug 20, 2008 8:56 pm
grace_slick
commodorenut
commodorenut
24 August 2008

Excess decking timber - short lengths - any ideas?????

Excess decking timber - short lengths - any ideas?????

Build planter boxes for the deck & line the outside with vertically laid offcuts of Jarrah. Same arrangement for a box with a padded vynil top - something to chuck…

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commodorenut
Aug 24, 2008 7:11 pm
commodorenut
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
24 August 2008

Does anyone know about Kleenmaid BBQ's?

Does anyone know about Kleenmaid BBQ's?

Have you asked Kleenmaid?

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Dukekamaya
Aug 24, 2008 9:49 pm
Dukekamaya
Paula
Paula
27 August 2008

Château TDL: The Cubby Chapter....Query on Grooved Decking

Château TDL: The Cubby Chapter....Query on Grooved Decking

:lol: :lol: :lol: Maybe you need to strap that goiter up before you get on that machine - cant have any loose bit dangling :wink:

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Paula
Aug 27, 2008 9:24 am
Paula
Toshie
Toshie
27 August 2008

Fold-Out Balcony Table

Fold-Out Balcony Table

Hello, does anyone know where to get a fold-ot table that clips on to your balcony in Australia? I am looking for something similar to this.…

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Toshie
Aug 27, 2008 1:03 pm
gweluphome
gweluphome
27 August 2008

Anyone used the decking system from Freedom

Anyone used the decking system from Freedom

Toshie, I worked for them in a previous life and I have to say the decking tiles are quite good. I layed them and they were easy to use and re-use....we would often lay…

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gweluphome
Aug 27, 2008 2:02 pm
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
29 August 2008

Blackbutt Decking?

Blackbutt Decking?

Blackbutt is readily available as decking in both 65x19 and 86x19 sizes. Wide boards are also available. It is a durability 2 hardwood (fine for outdoor use) and also…

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Dukekamaya
Aug 29, 2008 11:49 pm
Dukekamaya
Adrian B
Adrian B
3 September 2008

Tiles OR Pavers for the Alfresco!!

Tiles OR Pavers for the Alfresco!!

Anthony welcome to the madhouse of Homeone. Tiles v pavers v decking..... Tough one but a few suggestions. Lookat the total price, inlcuding labour and materials,…

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Adrian B
Sep 03, 2008 8:34 am
Adrian B

Ok. Here's a couple of pics of my sad old deck in need of TLC and a couple of close ups of these staples that I was referring to. As you can see it has gone silver but…

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_kelly_
Sep 08, 2008 8:38 am
_kelly_
mattwalker
mattwalker
8 September 2008

Outdoor heating...

Outdoor heating...

Anthony, I just got one for myself!! At the moment they can be…

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mattwalker
Sep 08, 2008 4:41 pm
mattwalker
davinci
davinci
8 September 2008

Getting paint stains out of decking

Getting paint stains out of decking

use oxcylic acid or commonly called deck clean and follow directions to the letter

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davinci
Sep 08, 2008 7:16 pm
davinci
tomking.chen
tomking.chen
20 September 2008

Place to buy pave sand and pebbles

Place to buy pave sand and pebbles

Thanks a million Adrian! That's exact what I am after.

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tomking.chen
Sep 20, 2008 10:32 pm
tomking.chen
Tich
Tich
27 September 2008

swing vs sliding front gates (remote)

swing vs sliding front gates (remote)

If you're in a dusty area, ie dirt roads or just generally dusty area check to see that the casing is well sealed. We've heard comments about some of the 'cheaper' DIY…

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Tich
Sep 27, 2008 11:13 am
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
28 September 2008

Small Timber Deck - Advice Please!

Small Timber Deck - Advice Please!

You could speedbore a few holes in the timber but being such a small deck I don't imagine it would cause any problems. You could replace one or two bricks at either end…

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Dukekamaya
Sep 28, 2008 9:00 pm
Dukekamaya
Tolstoy
Tolstoy
29 September 2008

Alfresco - Concrete Slab or Strip Footing?

Alfresco - Concrete Slab or Strip Footing?

Thanks for the feedback. Have spoken to the builder and they will only provide a flat level slab to Alfresco, it is up to me to ensure water able to run off. Based on this…

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Tolstoy
Sep 29, 2008 4:36 pm
Yak_Chat
Yak_Chat
30 September 2008

Rough idea on cost to open up this small verandah?

Rough idea on cost to open up this small verandah?

If you're a bit reluctant, grab the local paper (suburb area paper not state) and ring a few handymen/builders and ask for a quote. That might then inspire hubby to…

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Yak_Chat
Oct 01, 2008 12:20 am
Yak_Chat
zaff
zaff
5 October 2008

Where to get this bbq

Where to get this bbq

Perfect... thanks for that mate

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zaff
Oct 05, 2008 10:10 pm
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
7 October 2008

Composite vs Natural Decking

Composite vs Natural Decking

To compare them fairly you need to include the cost of coating the timber deck as well as the timber itself - that is the variable. 90mmx19mm merbau is around $43 / sq.…

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Dukekamaya
Oct 07, 2008 7:48 pm
Dukekamaya
Timbacare
Timbacare
7 October 2008

Poor Man's Wetting Agent

Poor Man's Wetting Agent

Fake snow ....... just like the stuff in nappies, but no waste! Heheheh Got some on eBay about a year ago for aparty, once your finished with it you can just chuck…

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Timbacare
Oct 07, 2008 9:06 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
TheGardenWhisperer
8 October 2008

Shed Flooring

Shed Flooring

maybe check out clark rubber for some sort of rubber sheet. Or some galvanised sheet metal.

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TheGardenWhisperer
Oct 08, 2008 10:57 pm
TheGardenWhisperer
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to_do_list
Oct 08, 2008 11:02 pm
to_do_list
kexkez
kexkez
8 October 2008

swimming pool glass calcium and water marks

swimming pool glass calcium and water marks

thre's another set of postings somewhere on keeping shower screens clean. ther was mention of something to use on the glass when it was brand new to cut down on damage to…

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kexkez
Oct 08, 2008 11:32 pm
kexkez
I_BUILD
I_BUILD
10 October 2008

What to do with the Alfresco Area

What to do with the Alfresco Area

I would definitely insulate it.

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I_BUILD
Oct 10, 2008 4:35 am
I_BUILD
woodsey
woodsey
15 October 2008

Outdoor settings- wheres the best place to get them

Outdoor settings- wheres the best place to get them

Thanks guys! Im after aluminium! ive seen a few good ones at bunnings! too many chose from!

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woodsey
Oct 15, 2008 4:38 pm
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
18 October 2008

Flat Roof Pergola

Flat Roof Pergola

Yeah thats true, it could also pose a height problem too.

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Dukekamaya
Oct 18, 2008 7:45 pm
Dukekamaya
grace_slick
grace_slick
19 October 2008

How hard is it to install a hanging plant?

How hard is it to install a hanging plant?

I want to get some hanging plants for our front patio, but how hard will it be for the handyman to install the hooks/holes in the patio ceiling? We've already got…

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grace_slick
Oct 19, 2008 6:46 pm
grace_slick
Jared
Jared
23 October 2008

Type of Patio blinds

Type of Patio blinds

Hi, Has anyone else come across the issue of knowing what quality of PVC patio blinds to install. I have had some scary quote differences for PVC blinds due to the…

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Jared
Oct 23, 2008 12:10 pm
Paula
Paula
28 October 2008

Pool Interior - New Zealand Pool Pebble - Blue Chip % ?

Pool Interior - New Zealand Pool Pebble - Blue Chip % ?

I think the best thing would be to get a puc of the colour you want and copy that :D

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Paula
Oct 28, 2008 8:32 am
Paula

I reckon the mobile gardens/screens will be good. They worked well in this…

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Yak_Chat
Oct 29, 2008 11:37 pm
Yak_Chat

Graysonline always sell the Eurogrand bbq, you can pick one up for about $1000-1500. I…

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Snake
Nov 06, 2008 8:24 am
Snake
Southies
Southies
11 November 2008

R-rated outdoor tiling

R-rated outdoor tiling
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I have found quite a few tiles that are indoor, then you have the out door equivalent to…

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Southies
Nov 11, 2008 1:00 pm
Southies
Sacha1390
Sacha1390
23 November 2008

Alfresco Decking - One question

Alfresco Decking - One question

Thanks for that site..very handy. But to tell the truth it looks complicated and I don't think im ready for it yet.....well .....neither is the house :shock: I'll think about…

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Sacha1390
Nov 23, 2008 10:16 pm
Sacha1390
shazburger
shazburger
28 November 2008

GARDEN sHED

GARDEN sHED

zergling how much did it cost for your slab to go down???

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shazburger
Nov 28, 2008 10:45 pm
shazburger
stonecutter1309
stonecutter1309
2 December 2008

Shading of outdoor areas

Shading of outdoor areas

I got a quote for a 2.8m x 5.8m self-retracting shade unit - $1200 Not sure if this is a reasonable price as I haven't looked at covering the propsoed pergola with…

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stonecutter1309
Dec 02, 2008 4:32 pm
stonecutter1309
Yak_Chat
Yak_Chat
5 December 2008

Renting a property with an in-ground pool - Help!!

Renting a property with an in-ground pool - Help!!

I seriously suggest getting a Kreepy Mandatory :D One of these http://www.poolcenter.com/Kreepy_Kauly_Image.jpg

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Yak_Chat
Dec 05, 2008 11:02 pm
Yak_Chat
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
5 December 2008

Exterior Paint - 1940s Weatherboard House

Exterior Paint - 1940s Weatherboard House

Why not try your local paint specialist rather than Wesfarmers supermarket of useless employees

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Dukekamaya
Dec 05, 2008 11:31 pm
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
Dukekamaya
9 December 2008

Decking around an in-ground Pool

Decking around an in-ground Pool

Google 'Modwood' or 'Monarch' decking

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Dukekamaya
Dec 09, 2008 9:30 pm
Dukekamaya

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