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I'm looking for options to try and cut noise down in my patio. I'd like to avoid building another fence so looking at options or anything I can do to… miteqSep 13, 2024 9:33 am Raising alfresco floor questionhave you considered tiling instead? Then you'd have that height to account for the tile glue and tiles. Alliteratively, youll need it screeded of you want levels to match Diagonal cablesThanks. The issue is the extra cost. We don't understand why we need to run an underground type cable on a surface when it doesn't need to be. rainwater tank pvc or stainless steel
Plumbers are not trained in rainwater harvesting best practice, they just copy each other.
Using a cut down milk crate is a good option as it has a perforated base. If… External Sensor Flood lightI used Mr Beams battery powered sensor lights.
No wiring required, batteries are normal D size and last 10-12 months even at the front of the house where they go off when… Outdoor chairsAnyone got any recommendations for outdoor chairs that won't rot? I don't want a flimsy plastic chair. I'm thinking something that looks like wood, but isn't wood. Julie A started a topic 19 July ago In-Built BBQ suggestion
They all come set up for LPG as standard. You need to buy the conversion kit and your plumber/gas fitter changes over the regulator and jets when they install it.
What is the point of having a stirrup, no worries I'll fix it My Electrical roughing is going on. What type of Outdoor heater recommended in Alfresco sized 3000mm x 3000mm below.
I asked electrician to give 15amp power point in… Tiles cracked anyway to fix?how on earth did that happen? the tiles need to be replaced, I’d be checking the concrete slab too, either tile needs to be loose or the slab cracked I would think PulseMay 09, 2024 8:02 pm Our external decking was only installed 2 months ago, and already moulded, with cracks, and some timber decolorated. The decking is in an exposed area, uncovered in our… CleaningYep, efflorescence as mentioned above.
You could look to clean it with a "acid" based cleaner and then seal with a penetrating sealer.
This may not stop it entirely but… miteqMay 02, 2024 10:09 pm
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This is rather an old post, but is relevant to my scenario. I have a charged line rain water system. We get a bit of soil and water from the neighbours… Decking & Span TableHi,
Really struggling to find some consistency amongst Span Tables, can anyone help… Dig pool now or later?So this topic was created a loooong time ago! (Back when I first met my husband and our son is now 10! Haha) but it is very relevant to me.
I know we will… Composite decking choices
no body mentioned it wasn't rated for FNQ until I contacted Modwood about my issue.
If its not rated for FNQ why would it be available for sale here?
I said if you… Low Deck Build - Tuff Blocks on paversThose span tables can be pushed a little for a low deck if you dont mind a little flex. Last deck I did, I pushed it a little and it was still rock solid - no noticeable… About a year ago, I embarked on a DIY project to construct an outdoor Pergola, which measures approximately 5.2 meters by 4.0…
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I'm trying to put in some privacy screening on my rental rooftop on a tight budget.
I've already invested about $500 in the supplies for this.
The issue is… Deck joist, bearer and posts
Seconded; we just used these last weekend to build a small deck. They worked perfectly as we have bluestone in the area where we wanted to build so digging down was not… Decking to the Boundary Line (NSW)I just built a deck in vic on a small boundary lot and had to buid 900mm from side boundary. In vic if your block is under 300qm you have to amend the original house… Knav replied 4 July 2023 ago New PergolaIs there a building permit?
RU in Victoria?
What is the value of the building contract? Sound Proof Modular Fence recommendationsHi
We have a road close to our place and only an old flimsy wooden fence between us and the Neighbour closest to the road.
Any ideas on a sound proof modular fence. Like… Outdoor fish tankHi guys and girls
We are about to do concrete paving (100mm thick) around the house, using 32 mpa, with plans to build a 1.5x2m x0.8m high fish tank on it later.
My… FencingHi All,
I am just about finish up my knockdown build (Sydney, NSW) and needs to do fencing replaced on one of the sides. That side neighbor is a troublemaker (complaining… Firepit - concrete with metal bowlYou are fine. The concrete is never going to explode.
Worse case scenario is that it develops a crack from different rates of expansion but hopefully it's got some… chippy replied 6 April 2023 ago Converting Alfresco to Outdoor KitchenYeah, I am thinking Crossray or Weber bbq, but the Crossray have this package, I really like the 60ml benchtop.
I am thinking to do double bricks as the wall and I… Using roof extenda brackets for pergolaHi all!
I am building a patio over my deck, and I am using the roof extenda brackets to create the fly-over roof another the eaves. It will be approx 3m wide by 4.5m long… livo2019 started a topic 10 January 2023 ago Is screeding required before tiling?Hi there can I ask the person who got it did you get screeding out in or not I’m in the same boat the tiler advised I don’t need screeding just want to make sure it’s okay ? Hi all, first post here.
Does anyone have any advise on the best way I could cover the area from rain and wind? Not sure I am allowed to put posts up next to the fence… seb_sAug 25, 2022 1:07 pm Building a roof over deck to the boundryJust go to council and ask them. Most have a duty planner available either prop in or by appointment, for that purpose. 5 minutes, free, and no more confusion Pulse replied 14 August 2022 ago PulseAug 14, 2022 11:03 pm Screening plantsG'day,
I have a small backyard.
Stepping out from the decking area, I have ~5m to the fence. My neighbour on the other side of the fence has a double story house… Hi
I live on a corner block and need to replace 34m of fencing.
I would like a 2,100mm high good neighbour fence with a 300mm lattice on… We've just moved in to this rental. It has a 15 x 5 metre porch on the back. This photo is of one end. We are slowly tidying… cpeteApr 21, 2022 1:31 pm Hi all, I'm building a 2 storey-residential home with a mix of timber cladding and concrete concept. I'm a bit stuck on the fencing, thinking of vertical timber fencing or… AnAnApr 20, 2022 12:45 pm aggregate concreteIf it's just path or driveway then there is no need to vibrate. Correct placement and screeding will be adequate.
Vibrating exposed agg can makes the stones sink causing… chippy replied 13 April 2022 ago Condition of backyard on handover?Hi All
We have built a KDRB in one of Melbourne's inner north suburbs of Melbourne. We are about 2 weeks away from handover and just wanted to query what the acceptable… simonl started a topic 2 March 2022 ago
Your husband may be right. Could be wind driven rain. If you're worried about it leaking, you have actually watch it when it's raining to onow for sure Just done one of ours, had left it to long to maintenance coat it.
Pressure washed it, then sprayed it (garden sprayer) with Intergrain Deck Prep, scrubbed that in with a…
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