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tstr1a
tstr1a
16 July 2013

Is MGP10 timber treated pine?

Is MGP10 timber treated pine?

Not true, Hyne M10s and M10a are treated with LOSP…

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tstr1a
Jul 16, 2013 9:09 am

Phone line

Phone line

Ended up getting it done on Monday for $140. Happy with service :)

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excitednewhomeowner
Jun 20, 2013 9:31 pm

Blocked downpipe. How to fix??

Blocked downpipe. How to fix??

Thanks for everyone's input. We ended redoing all downpipe a except one and rerouting them via a different spot where it wasn't blocked. Under the house was very wet and…

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excitednewhomeowner
Jun 16, 2013 9:48 pm
Retrobyte
Retrobyte
11 June 2013

Average cost of sub-floor ventilation supply and install

Average cost of sub-floor ventilation supply and install

I know I could probably DIY this if I could be bothered crawling around under the house and installing a fan, some ducting and a couple of vents, but there are plenty of…

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Retrobyte
Jun 11, 2013 2:38 pm
Retrobyte
Retrobyte
11 June 2013

Clean Mouldy Hebel

Clean Mouldy Hebel

Clove oil remove and kills mould better than anything. You can buy 100ml or 200ml bottles on eBay, which you can dilute and use in a spray bottle.

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Retrobyte
Jun 11, 2013 9:00 am
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
5 June 2013

Unable to remove cap from top of Dorf tap

Unable to remove cap from top of Dorf tap

Any idea where I can buy the special tool? Any plumbers suppliers but if its extra tight you will find the spanner lugs straighten out…

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Uncle Arfur
Jun 05, 2013 3:11 pm
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
30 May 2013

Clothesline Fence Mounting

Clothesline Fence Mounting

I suggest Steady Eddie that as this post is four months old the OP would have already found a solution.

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Uncle Arfur
May 30, 2013 4:30 pm
Kempe
Kempe
29 May 2013

How to sharpen knives like a professional

How to sharpen knives like a professional

I know a few chefs that use a cork from a wine bottle and tooth paste

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Kempe
May 29, 2013 7:24 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
18 May 2013

Garage gutter

Garage gutter

Hi The gutter on our garage is rusty and for a short term fix was wondering if you can put tape or something so the water goes down…

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ECOECO
May 18, 2013 11:00 am
ECOECO
ClintonRewport
ClintonRewport
7 May 2013

Touch Light switches

Touch Light switches

I think its better to use trusted brands and not those affordable ones. Make sure to use quality materials which are proven to be safe and secure. Do not risk your…

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ClintonRewport
May 07, 2013 10:03 pm

Respraying 2yr old colourbond fence..Is it possible?

Respraying 2yr old colourbond fence..Is it possible?

You can use a product called Easy Prep wipe it on wipe it off let it dry then paint bloody good stuff, its otherwise known as American Sandpaper!!

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barkersontheblock
May 03, 2013 3:45 pm
JB1
JB1
21 April 2013

Re-using timber floorboards

Re-using timber floorboards

It's definitely possible. Should look good, it will have to be top nailed. Is the unit on stumps or slab?

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JB1
Apr 21, 2013 6:46 pm
rob67
rob67
17 April 2013

Affordable ducted vacuum system

Affordable ducted vacuum system

Cheers grumble. Just bought this one for 59 bucks: http://www.homesecurityonline.com.au/du ... inlet.html Rob

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rob67
Apr 17, 2013 10:44 am
Perth Dream
Perth Dream
14 April 2013

Split System Air Conditioner Leaking Oil?

Split System Air Conditioner Leaking Oil?

tighten it up if it leaks more get the ac guy to repair and check gas as it can get out from that leak

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Perth Dream
Apr 14, 2013 11:48 pm
Perth Dream
delatite13
delatite13
2 April 2013

How do I connect ice maker to capped cold water point?

How do I connect ice maker to capped cold water point?

Would have to agree. I would put a small gate valve/tap on the connection and connect to that. If something goes astray all you have to do is turn it off at the tap and…

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delatite13
Apr 02, 2013 10:33 am
delatite13
mak_
mak_
5 March 2013

Cracked Dulux DIY's Render

Cracked Dulux DIY's Render

Thanks for your help. Think I might give the stripping a go :)

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mak_
Mar 05, 2013 8:35 am
mak_
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
17 February 2013

Cracked Render to Lightweight Wall

Cracked Render to Lightweight Wall

I cant offer a solution but from your first pic it seems the wall lining is coming away from the structure and the problem will be how to re-fix it and patch without it…

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Uncle Arfur
Feb 17, 2013 10:39 am
sohandy
sohandy
11 January 2013

Saving a cork floor disaster

Saving a cork floor disaster

I trust u have sorted this - interested to know what u did? I have painted a cork floor before with outdoor paving paint - White Knight brand I believe - but sounds like u…

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sohandy
Jan 11, 2013 10:58 am
sohandy
Adam.M
Adam.M
9 January 2013

Fencing advise

Fencing advise

Hi FHBS, 1) Check the "Dial before you dig" website www.1100.com.au for diagrams which should give you a rough indication of where your services might be. Also, check…

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Adam.M
Jan 09, 2013 1:04 pm
mynameisjonas
mynameisjonas
30 December 2012

filling gaps between skirting and floor

filling gaps between skirting and floor

Hi there, hope you all had a Merry Christmas. I am just about to start this project, and did a test run on a small patch. I used No More Gaps which has some expansion play…

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mynameisjonas
Dec 30, 2012 2:52 pm
mynameisjonas
mynameisjonas
30 December 2012

tasmanian oak wood shelves

tasmanian oak wood shelves

Thanks Ed!

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mynameisjonas
Dec 30, 2012 8:24 am
leighton
leighton
3 December 2012

Black marks alongside beams on alfresco ceiling

Black marks alongside beams on alfresco ceiling

This sounds like a mould? Is this possible? cheers

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leighton
Dec 03, 2012 7:10 pm
leighton
leighton
leighton
3 December 2012

to stain or not to stain

to stain or not to stain

We should all try to remain positive, especially in the face of adversity. regards to all.

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leighton
Dec 03, 2012 7:08 pm
leighton
travelbug
travelbug
29 November 2012

suspecious asbestos?

suspecious asbestos?

What is the asbestos suspicious about? Sorry couldn't help myself. It's horse hair plaster. I don't think it contains asbestos. Google it to get more reliable…

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travelbug
Nov 29, 2012 6:41 am
Sivakumar
Sivakumar
22 November 2012

Project landscaping

Project landscaping

Hi All, Just over a year after moving into our newly built house and after getting quotes from a number of landscape companies. I have decided to do the landscaping…

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Sivakumar
Nov 22, 2012 10:30 pm
8jenjen8
8jenjen8
13 November 2012

Art Deco Architraves for Sales in Essendon Vic

Art Deco Architraves for Sales in Essendon Vic

Hey guys, I over ordered my Architraves (oops! ::wornout:: ) so trying to sell them....So in short; 16 pieces of art deco architraves/skirting boards at 4.8metres each. In total…

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8jenjen8
Nov 13, 2012 8:56 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
8 November 2012

How to clean bagged(?) walls?

How to clean bagged(?) walls?

Any kind of water blaster like a Karcher that you can adjust the pressure on should do it. Stewie

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Stewie D
Nov 08, 2012 1:31 pm
lisport
lisport
30 October 2012

Leaking kichen sink

Leaking kichen sink

Hi, My tap in the kitchen has been leaking and I tried repairing it. Its leaking at the tap, just above the spout. It happens when I turn the spout after turning on the…

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lisport
Oct 29, 2012 11:14 pm
humble
humble
4 September 2012

Building deck & pergola

Building deck & pergola

I built my own. 70sqm.. I work in IT, and saved $9.5k doing so. Its pretty easy, just read online ALOT. And get the tools.

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humble
Sep 04, 2012 11:02 pm
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
10 July 2012

Hot water supply tap stuck...

Hot water supply tap stuck...

Because the isolation valves are rarely used, much like the one under your toilet cistern, they can freeze up and need repairs/replacing.

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Uncle Arfur
Jul 10, 2012 4:16 pm
building-expert
building-expert
8 July 2012

Need advice on repairing foundation flooding + house jacking

Need advice on repairing foundation flooding + house jacking

In regards to your property inspector, has he got professional indemnity insurance? It should be on the report. Building and timber pest reports are in excess of 35 pages.…

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building-expert
Jul 08, 2012 10:41 pm
building-expert
rchrdfrmntl
rchrdfrmntl
1 July 2012

Old kitchen taps with no top screw.

Old kitchen taps with no top screw.

That was it, the star part unscrewed from the skirt, then it was a simple flat head screw and the usual set up. Thanks heaps, it was doing my head in....

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rchrdfrmntl
Jul 01, 2012 3:59 pm
tracey em
tracey em
11 June 2012

Seeking a seamstress / upholsterer in Melbourne

Seeking a seamstress / upholsterer in Melbourne

this is what I posted into the interior decorating page where I had posted same topic: Just to let you know that I was recommended to an upholsterer in Highett by a…

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tracey em
Jun 11, 2012 3:11 pm
Treeseachanger
Treeseachanger
21 May 2012

Maintenance of Colorbond Surfmist roof

Maintenance of Colorbond Surfmist roof

I used to be a professional graffiti remover and we would use full strength stripper on colorbond to remove graffiti. It changes colour a little…

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Treeseachanger
May 21, 2012 8:00 pm
cherub
cherub
18 April 2012

Attaching stacker stone to wall

Attaching stacker stone to wall

Use villa board fixed Min 200mm centres mechanically fixed, check on weight of stone if over 32Kg sqm may need to reinforce frame work. Check with stone manufacturer for…

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cherub
Apr 18, 2012 5:41 pm

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kexkez
Jan 06, 2012 12:04 pm
kexkez
river45
river45
4 January 2012

Chimney cap

Chimney cap

Yes ,usually they help you install it, last year i bought a chimney pipe and the seller helps me install it.

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river45
Jan 04, 2012 4:29 am
jt72
jt72
20 December 2011

Achieving a smooth and hard painted finish on MDF

Achieving a smooth and hard painted finish on MDF

Hi I making a bed out of MDF. Due to budget I need to paint it myself as opposed to sending it out to get 2-pac. Can anyone offer tips on what I need to do to achieve a…

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jt72
Dec 20, 2011 7:17 pm
thomasdaley
thomasdaley
25 November 2011

New shed with gaps around walls (slab/wall)

New shed with gaps around walls (slab/wall)

they have a "Retroseal Domestic" which is for exsisting sheds. :)

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thomasdaley
Nov 25, 2011 8:47 pm
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
27 October 2011

painting query

painting query

If they have only been painted 9 months ago, an undercoat and topcoats over the patched area should blend in OK

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Uncle Arfur
Oct 27, 2011 4:22 pm
Uncle Arfur
Uncle Arfur
9 October 2011

Shutter -Electrical Issues

Shutter -Electrical Issues

It sounds like you have an electrical short and although your shutter installation is out of warranty, an electrical installation should last longer than a couple of…

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Uncle Arfur
Oct 09, 2011 5:47 am
Graham
Graham
6 October 2011

What is this glue on my bricks?

What is this glue on my bricks?

Yeah that's alright I just took it…

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Graham
Oct 06, 2011 7:11 am
Matnbridge
Matnbridge
26 September 2011

Lighten Mortar Color?

Lighten Mortar Color?

Reply sent

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Matnbridge
Sep 26, 2011 6:02 pm
citygal
citygal
27 August 2011

How to remove external roller shutters

How to remove external roller shutters

We have a 1920s weatherboard house that has aluminium roller shutters installed on the external windows. They really don't suit the style of the house and we'd like to…

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citygal
Aug 27, 2011 12:53 pm
phippsy
phippsy
23 August 2011

hairline cracked shower base

hairline cracked shower base

We do fibreglass repairs to semi trailer where I work, my understanding is that there will be a gelkote over the top of the actual fibreglass which would need to be rubbed…

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phippsy
Aug 23, 2011 12:23 pm
schweinshaxe
schweinshaxe
22 August 2011

Are roof leaks covered in building warranty

Are roof leaks covered in building warranty

Yep it's only about 2 years old. Thanks for your response Ed! Cheers..

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schweinshaxe
Aug 22, 2011 8:05 am
Lex
Lex
9 July 2011

Cracks in Walls

Cracks in Walls

withvishalpawar, you also don't say what are the foundations like. What is the soil type? What are the contours of the block, is the site cut and fill and if yes, on which…

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Lex
Jul 09, 2011 7:28 am
Lex
gappu99
gappu99
22 March 2011

one year old house,warranty issues and insurance cover.

one year old house,warranty issues and insurance cover.

Not sure I am posting this in the right place,anyhow I have a one year old house and have noticed a few cracks appearing on some internal walls and one of the door not…

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gappu99
Mar 22, 2011 9:10 pm
btherl
btherl
18 March 2011

Probable leaking roof but don't know what's happened!

Probable leaking roof but don't know what's happened!

Looks like 5 days since you posted this, have you sorted it out? It's quite possible for water to come through light fittings during heavy rain, especially if there's…

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btherl
Mar 18, 2011 8:03 am
btherl
brownbag
brownbag
2 March 2011

WHERE DO I GET LSZH CABLES

WHERE DO I GET LSZH CABLES

I'm finding it very very difficult to get a small portion of LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Hydrogen) electrical cables. I need two small lengths, to rewire a section supplying a…

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brownbag
Mar 02, 2011 12:16 pm

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