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Saint Mike
Saint Mike
20 May 2015

NEW DECK

NEW DECK

We used what they call "clear" oil. I felt it did a good job and didn't slowly change the colour. It really brought the wood "out" - even pine. People often asked what…

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Saint Mike
May 20, 2015 8:16 am
Saint Mike
goody59
goody59
19 May 2015

Fencing potential dispute

Fencing potential dispute

Tell him you will go halves in a compliant fence but not halves in a noncompliant fence that may be ordered to be demolished.

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goody59
May 19, 2015 1:30 pm
goody59
alexvale
alexvale
17 May 2015

Sydney Pool Builders - Recommendations?

Sydney Pool Builders - Recommendations?

Hi all, We are completing a knock down rebuild in killarney heights nsw 2087 and looking to put in a concrete fully tiled pool Can anyone recommend local pool builders…

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alexvale
May 17, 2015 1:05 pm
timidwolf
timidwolf
10 May 2015

How many spigots are required to support a frameless panel

How many spigots are required to support a frameless panel

Hi all, I'm DIY a fully frameless glass pool fence. I have a question about the # of spigots for each panel. Usually it's 2. But I'm not sure if it's related to the size…

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timidwolf
May 10, 2015 10:51 am
Adam.M
Adam.M
14 April 2015

Deck Cupping

Deck Cupping

Another major factor on top of moisture is the fasteners used to install the decking. Using nails is a big no no considering it'll rip it right up. No nail decking is in…

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Adam.M
Apr 14, 2015 3:26 pm
yvonneh
yvonneh
24 March 2015

Decking height and other considerations

Decking height and other considerations

Thanks Adam, that does help... and it sounds like I can do infinity style garden beds 'under' to be less than 1 m from the deck and either balustrade the garden bed or…

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yvonneh
Mar 24, 2015 10:20 am
Victoria_g06
Victoria_g06
14 March 2015

Which Garden Shed

Which Garden Shed

Hi Mikeann, I know you posted a while ago but I thought I would just add that I got my shed through http://www.cheapsheds.com.au . They make…

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Victoria_g06
Mar 14, 2015 6:49 am
Victoria_g06
bashworth
bashworth
2 March 2015

Need Help! cover for side alley

Need Help! cover for side alley

One basic solution might be a shade cloth stretched from the eaves to the fence. This would stop windblown rain so a bike leaning against the wall would stay fairly dry

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bashworth
Mar 02, 2015 8:57 pm
bashworth
melcur
melcur
16 February 2015

Plant help: Pig face plant has gone all woody

Plant help: Pig face plant has gone all woody

Also do you think the leaves will grow back or should I just cut all the green bits off once I control the mealy bugs issue? and replant again?

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melcur
Feb 16, 2015 1:34 pm
Buildersbob
Buildersbob
10 February 2015

New deck around pool. BAL-29

New deck around pool. BAL-29

Just looking for peoples recommendations on building a new deck around a salt water swimming pool. We back onto bushland and are rated BAL-29 and it is termite city down…

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Buildersbob
Feb 10, 2015 9:25 pm
How Hard Can it Be
How Hard Can it Be
19 January 2015

Covering for pergola

Covering for pergola

Hi there Given that it's south facing, you don't have to worry about blocking sunlight into house in winter with anything permanent. We have a north facing pergola and…

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How Hard Can it Be
Jan 19, 2015 8:11 pm
sheffieldhunter
sheffieldhunter
20 December 2014

What finish is best for the alfresco area if not tiling?????

What finish is best for the alfresco area if not tiling?????

Thanks for the info, Eden Brae home will be doing with the slab so in the next 4-5 months. Thanks again hope you have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year.

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sheffieldhunter
Dec 20, 2014 9:47 am
sheffieldhunter
PetaJ
PetaJ
30 November 2014

Synthetic decking

Synthetic decking

Im in the same boat... I was going to do composite decking. . After alot of reasearch I found that modwood is the best from what I can tell but is also the most expensive.…

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PetaJ
Nov 30, 2014 12:57 pm
PetaJ
trayracer
trayracer
22 November 2014

Digging a hole in tree stump?

Digging a hole in tree stump?

+1 to SaveH2O's suggestion- hire a stump grinder (call an arborist).

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trayracer
Nov 22, 2014 10:46 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
7 June 2014

Transparent Deck

Transparent Deck

Sorry - this just remnded me of that NZ advert on decks ... :) http://youtu.be/iz1p65NZYHw

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Saint Mike
Jun 07, 2014 9:11 am
Saint Mike
Phoenix7
Phoenix7
22 April 2014

outdoor/alfresco gas, electrical/water points?

outdoor/alfresco gas, electrical/water points?

Thanks for the tips much appreciated

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Phoenix7
Apr 22, 2014 1:05 pm
cherub
cherub
10 April 2014

Horizontal Decking

Horizontal Decking

Your deck timbers may be treated but what you have done is breached any termite barrier for the existing house. levels are to high near existing wall, Recipe for disaster.…

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cherub
Apr 10, 2014 5:22 pm
kid81
kid81
10 April 2014

outdoor kitchen limited space ideas

outdoor kitchen limited space ideas

does your kitchen back into this area? Maybe a servery (accordian) window to combine the areas?

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kid81
Apr 10, 2014 8:58 am
Phoenix7
Phoenix7
7 April 2014

Alfresco Size

Alfresco Size

thanks for the tips.

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Phoenix7
Apr 07, 2014 11:19 am
renildnop
renildnop
1 March 2014

Tiling a Pond / Water Feature - Help please

Tiling a Pond / Water Feature - Help please

I am afraid chlorine will gradually damage adhesive , why not put some small fish in it, they will eat all the lava

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renildnop
Mar 01, 2014 10:10 am
melbournevicau
melbournevicau
22 February 2014

cantilever umbrella- anyone have one?

cantilever umbrella- anyone have one?

Planning to buy one too for our backyard but I think it's safe to leave it there even in strong wind as long as you fold the umbrella. I've seen some in Harvey Norman…

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melbournevicau
Feb 22, 2014 9:02 pm
geeseman
geeseman
15 February 2014

Decking question

Decking question

You'll just need to oil it more. Extending the deck out makes it look more spacious. Well worth doing.

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geeseman
Feb 15, 2014 10:06 am
lukele
lukele
24 December 2013

Is $500 Per sqm Timber decking over priced?

Is $500 Per sqm Timber decking over priced?

Thank you, all of you. I think they mentioned "merbau timber". I hope I spell it right. What type of wood are you using? If you diy it would…

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lukele
Dec 24, 2013 2:39 pm
haveduck
haveduck
1 December 2013

Cedar Lining around Alfresco Area - Should I attempt ??

Cedar Lining around Alfresco Area - Should I attempt ??

You can get cedar panelling that allows secret nailing (this is skew nailed inside the joint) try timbeck at bankstown nsw for a quality product.

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haveduck
Dec 01, 2013 5:07 am
haveduck
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Chopdog
Sep 23, 2013 6:40 pm
symowallo
symowallo
3 September 2013

Problem with finish on our aluminium outdoor setting

Problem with finish on our aluminium outdoor setting

You could reduce the cost by dismantling it yourself. Masking it would be a pain, so pulling it all apart would reduce labour for the powdercoater/painter. If it's not an…

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symowallo
Sep 03, 2013 7:34 am
builderforlife
builderforlife
30 August 2013

Pre coloured render and paint or flush brick finish?

Pre coloured render and paint or flush brick finish?

Dont paint if you are going to render later because that adds cost and complications. Why not leave the bricks as is until funds allow for renderering?

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builderforlife
Aug 30, 2013 8:13 pm
builderforlife
dreaman
dreaman
28 August 2013

Recommendation for decking/veranda build in Sydney

Recommendation for decking/veranda build in Sydney

Hi, I can highly recommend http://www.pmcarpentry.com.au/Default.aspx, Paul did a beautiful job on our merbau steps. Just not sure that area…

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dreaman
Aug 28, 2013 1:14 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
25 August 2013

Alfresco extension! Need Help!

Alfresco extension! Need Help!

Difficult one. You may never get the tiles to match up - or even up. Unless you get identical ones - if you can. My tip - get a good paver who has a concrete person -…

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Saint Mike
Aug 25, 2013 8:47 am
Saint Mike
LittleTommy
LittleTommy
9 August 2013

Outdoor sauna construction

Outdoor sauna construction

Hi All, I'm thinking about building an outdoor sauna, watched lots of videos on youtube on how to build foundation, stud walls and roof but all of them are in the US. I…

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LittleTommy
Aug 09, 2013 12:19 pm
GraniteWorks
GraniteWorks
24 July 2013

Outdoor tiling - what size tiles?

Outdoor tiling - what size tiles?

As mentioned it really does depend on what you think looks best - after all, it's your balcony area. Some standard sizes include 500x500mm, 600x300mm, 800x400mm and even…

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GraniteWorks
Jul 24, 2013 3:12 pm
bgalway
bgalway
13 June 2013

Modwood Flame Shield

Modwood Flame Shield

look at aluminium, knotwood.com.au better alternative than modwood for fire, strength and durability.

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bgalway
Jun 13, 2013 9:19 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
25 May 2013

Painting a treated pine deck

Painting a treated pine deck

First time it sucks it in a bit - so buy the 6 litre can or 10. Then maybe again in 6 months - then every 12 months. It goes a sort of golden colour and does darken over…

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Saint Mike
May 25, 2013 10:44 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
29 March 2013

Couldn't wait for final pics!

Couldn't wait for final pics!
1, 2, 3

Thanks guys. I feel the glass will break my budget but Mrs SM wants it. I can see why but can also see the cost ... :)

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Saint Mike
Mar 29, 2013 12:30 pm
Saint Mike
James Collison
James Collison
23 March 2013

Pergola/Deck Colour Advice

Pergola/Deck Colour Advice

Hey Adam, Yeah I wasn't going to paint the posts, but just leave them be and/or stain them the same colour as the decking. I like the idea of a light colour, thanks for…

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James Collison
Mar 23, 2013 7:17 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
18 March 2013

Dying cucumbers... Help!

Dying cucumbers... Help!

I'd take a sample into the nursery and ask. They generally will recognise it - ie a local bug ? Have you been fertilising with a new solution ?

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Saint Mike
Mar 18, 2013 11:02 am
Saint Mike
infocus
infocus
15 March 2013

Outdoor Kitchen

Outdoor Kitchen

Where abouts in Sydney and what exactly are you after?

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infocus
Mar 15, 2013 9:24 pm
wood18entop
wood18entop
16 February 2013

fence palings

fence palings

I am just looking for fence palings to hide an ugly fence from my side. The neighbour doesn't care from their side. Bunnings has WET fence palings for $1.40 - that is…

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wood18entop
Feb 16, 2013 6:32 pm
jazzy_
jazzy_
30 January 2013

Fulgo External Drain

Fulgo External Drain

e happened to stumbler across this. You can find Fulgo drains at

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jazzy_
Jan 30, 2013 10:35 pm
SealerExpert
SealerExpert
11 January 2013

Sealing bricks for splashback in outdoor kitchen

Sealing bricks for splashback in outdoor kitchen

I would be not recommend using a clear sealer on bricks, most clear sealer's that are used for concrete are solvent based acrylics. Clay bricks need to breathe, a concrete…

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SealerExpert
Jan 11, 2013 10:25 am
SealerExpert
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suh
Dec 09, 2012 8:30 am
suh
tengals
tengals
3 December 2012

Plastic board for constructing an outdoor kitchen.

Plastic board for constructing an outdoor kitchen.

seems like a good product, thanks for the link..... i am also in the process of looking for similar. does it handle direct radiant heat well?

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tengals
Dec 03, 2012 8:47 pm
Rudolf1980
Rudolf1980
13 November 2012

Colorbond fence - Woodland Grey or Monument

Colorbond fence - Woodland Grey or Monument

As I said prev, we have monument gutters garage and front doors and trims. My hubby panicked a bit when we recently built a carport off the side of our house to cover our…

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Rudolf1980
Nov 13, 2012 9:09 am
Rudolf1980
Michelle
Michelle
1 October 2012

Create a virtual home online?

Create a virtual home online?

Apparently Google has a sketch site free. I tried it, was too confusing for me. I like nice user friendly sites best. I don't have time to master the the sites if they are…

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Michelle
Oct 01, 2012 3:49 pm
Michelle
Treeseachanger
Treeseachanger
18 August 2012

Advice - Colour coordination

Advice - Colour coordination

Blue with brown, and white to set it off look good together. So do you just want to upgrade these existing colours for a better blend? Or are you going for something…

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Treeseachanger
Aug 18, 2012 3:24 pm
THOMA
THOMA
12 August 2012

outdoor gas heaters

outdoor gas heaters

We have one of the tabletop ones and it's fantastic. Everyone around the table gets the warmth and the hot parts are high enough for kids not to touch.

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THOMA
Aug 12, 2012 9:46 am
kornjen
kornjen
23 July 2012

doing my own decking? what do i need

doing my own decking? what do i need

hehe.. sorry mate.. will ask the council... 5m x 5m is 25m².....which is larger than 10m² You're better to check…

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kornjen
Jul 23, 2012 8:28 am
mgilla
mgilla
4 July 2012

the building of my deck ---- not fun any more over it !

the building of my deck ---- not fun any more over it !
1, 2, 3, 4

Ive done both, left it to age before coating it and applied a deck coating straight away. The idea in leaving it is for the tennens to bleed out. I'm not sure what affect…

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mgilla
Jul 04, 2012 7:55 pm
ply-boi
ply-boi
25 June 2012

how to screw those metal screws through wood 2 post... Fence

how to screw those metal screws through wood 2 post... Fence

Tek screws ? Just drill them through were u want them , no pre drilling , med to high speed they'll go through the wood like butter and metal should take like 20 to 30…

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ply-boi
Jun 25, 2012 11:18 am
bashworth
bashworth
24 June 2012

Decking over storm water

Decking over storm water

From what you have said it sounds like there will be an easement although it could be in favour of either the body corporate or the council. The title plans will show…

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bashworth
Jun 24, 2012 10:45 am
bashworth

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