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There's water pooling under the mesh walkway and there's no way I can access it. Any thoughts what I should do? Any there's really nowhere for the water to go, should …

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evalord
Oct 01, 2021 8:17 am
thepa1nter
thepa1nter
27 September 2021

Plasterboard loose from stud

Plasterboard loose from stud

whoever sheeted your house either failed to apply enough glue or the glue has hardened as they fitted and not stuck. Steel frame is bad for glue letting go, especially on…

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thepa1nter
Sep 27, 2021 5:51 am
thepa1nter
MrBilby
MrBilby
22 September 2021

Freshly painted roof - looks patchy

Freshly painted roof - looks patchy

Rachy did you end up resolving this problem? We are currently going through the same experience. We have painted the verandah and double carport so far with Wattyl…

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MrBilby
Sep 22, 2021 2:32 pm

Hi, I hope this is the right place, it's my first post. I have laminated timber flooring and have always found it a challenge to maintain. One issue I noticed, when I…

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lisa182
Sep 07, 2021 6:14 pm
Andrew.logan
Andrew.logan
24 August 2021

Trying to replace roof sheets - cant identify roof profile

Trying to replace roof sheets - cant identify roof profile

Found this. Could be the same. I’m looking for the same profile to replace a sheet as well. https://www.stramit.com.au/products/roo ... d-decking/

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Andrew.logan
Aug 24, 2021 9:02 am
Slew
Slew
21 August 2021

Need help finding the right material

Need help finding the right material

Hi everyone, I am looked to make thick textured art on canvas. Montmarte Art modelling paste works great however is too dear when working on large canvas So far I have…

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Slew
Aug 21, 2021 3:09 pm
sgaites
sgaites
13 August 2021

Yellowed air con vents

Yellowed air con vents

Hey, assuming they are the same as mine you just need to keep pulling... There are spring clips which will flip over.

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sgaites
Aug 13, 2021 9:45 pm

Hello, While clearing out my severely blocked weep holes (caked with mud and mortar debris), I have accidentally poked a tiny hole in the material that is on the other…

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basKT_case
Aug 09, 2021 12:09 pm

The actual walls of the sink don't change the tightness of the space whether I'm working upside down or standing above it with the sink removed. I'm wondering if its not…

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danrts
Aug 08, 2021 12:40 pm
nashanb
nashanb
1 August 2021

Shower basin floor peeling

Shower basin floor peeling

Our shower floor recently started peeling off recently. I managed to snap this picture after I peeling most of it off as I figured what ever that needs to be done to fix…

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nashanb
Aug 01, 2021 9:09 pm
j_em_doubleu
j_em_doubleu
27 July 2021

Stuck tap washer (jumper valve)

Stuck tap washer (jumper valve)

Hi Tonymoon - did you figure out how to remove the tap extender body? Cheers m8

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j_em_doubleu
Jul 27, 2021 2:25 pm

Hi guys, I've just moved into a new place, and while we were removing the old laminate flooring in the master bedroom to get ready for carpeting, we discovered evidence…

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basKT_case
Jul 27, 2021 11:23 am
MickN
MickN
23 July 2021

Cracked Roof Tile Repair

Cracked Roof Tile Repair

I am from the Sunshine Coast, and I recently encountered a roofing problem. In my quest for a solution, I extensively researched…

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MickN
Jul 23, 2021 9:28 pm

my pool is about 2 years old now. it is a infinity pool. outside of the wall of the pool, the white color stuff started to emerge and it gets bigger and longer. I wonder…

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youxuan
Jun 19, 2021 10:25 pm
Martin16
Martin16
14 June 2021

Leaking garden shed

Leaking garden shed

Did you fix the issue ? I have the same problem with that shed and I put silicone in the outside channel.. Maybe you can give me an advice👍🙏

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Martin16
Jun 14, 2021 1:30 am
bashworth
bashworth
13 June 2021

GMC air compressor parts

GMC air compressor parts

I bought a GMC compressor in 2006 for about $100. Worked well enough for my DIY jobs (Probably but in 2,000-3,000 nails + other bits and pieces before it broke) I put in…

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bashworth
Jun 13, 2021 11:53 pm
bashworth
Kippers01
Kippers01
20 May 2021

How to keep spiders away?? Desparate!!!!!!!

How to keep spiders away?? Desparate!!!!!!!

Give the little critters a break! Most are harmless and survive by trapping and eating insects in ypur house.

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Kippers01
May 20, 2021 4:22 pm

Pest control in a newly built home - Sydney

Pest control in a newly built home - Sydney

Find its colony and destroy it. Also seal any cracks in baseboards, windows, and walls. In case they'll come back, use a…

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Eco Pest Control Brisbane
May 14, 2021 7:24 pm

Hi, I live in central Victoria and found a few brown bug nests stuck to the outside of my house over the Summer. They were mainly on the bricks, but some were also on the…

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sam1938761238947
May 08, 2021 10:01 am

Remove small, light carpet stain from printer ink cartridge?

Remove small, light carpet stain from printer ink cartridge?

You can't have a problem with that if you have a printer. If not, go to any mall, they will definitely help you. Anyway, this is what I use, namely …

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NO1 Carpet Cleaning Melbourne
May 07, 2021 7:02 pm
Scotster2000
Scotster2000
4 May 2021

Stone Cladding on AAC query

Stone Cladding on AAC query

Hi all, Just like to know if stone cladding on AAC external walls (hebel panels) can be done. Or will it not be able to cop the weight of it.

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Scotster2000
May 04, 2021 12:15 pm
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Splashers
Apr 30, 2021 7:44 pm
Splashers
Dawny
Dawny
22 April 2021

Trying to remove fence panels

Trying to remove fence panels

Thanks so much. You were bang on with the fixings. Ended up using grinder To do the job. Thanks very much for your advice. It’s greatly appreciated

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Dawny
Apr 22, 2021 10:04 pm
rebuild
rebuild
7 April 2021

Installing TV outlet in double brick wall

Installing TV outlet in double brick wall

I think installing TV in double wall is safe I recommend using sleeve or wedge anchors and a metal TV mount. It's up to you…

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rebuild
Apr 07, 2021 10:54 pm
Subtropic
Subtropic
18 March 2021

Laminate benchtops

Laminate benchtops

Any tips on fixing scratches in laminate bench tops? Not sure how they got there as we are careful but have young children.

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Subtropic
Mar 18, 2021 8:05 pm

Hi. There are 2 questions: 1. There are 2 vertical pipes in 2 corners on the house (see photos). They start underground and reach roof support beams. Galvanised steel.…

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lazy
Feb 23, 2021 2:50 pm
Ros Taylor
Ros Taylor
11 February 2021

Help identifying alsynite insert

Help identifying alsynite insert

John did you find replacements as I have the same hail damaged panels on my patio. Thanks

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Ros Taylor
Feb 11, 2021 1:28 pm

There are many tools available... this one is specific to mixer taps and you get it in Bunnings. There are others that are open ended.

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ECOECO
Feb 10, 2021 11:25 am
ECOECO

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Splashers
Feb 09, 2021 6:47 pm
Splashers
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LauraKB
Feb 08, 2021 11:05 am
josvp
josvp
31 January 2021

Banging sound from roof

Banging sound from roof

Hi i am a first time poster in this forum, i live in a 10 year old concrete tiled house. I hear loud banging noises from my roof especially in the morning also during wind…

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josvp
Jan 31, 2021 7:29 am
Onezorro
Onezorro
24 January 2021

gutter and fascia replacing help !!

gutter and fascia replacing help !!

Hello, I am trying to replace some OG guttering and struggling to cut the corners neatly. Does anyone know of a good cutting template for internal and external corners please?

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Onezorro
Jan 24, 2021 1:13 pm
Noname
Noname
18 January 2021

How to fill gap Between House and concrete

How to fill gap Between House and concrete

I've used sikaflex 11fc. Works a treat. If you do some googling you can find it relatively cheap (18 bucks or so per 600ml sausage instead of the Bunnings 25 bucks per…

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Noname
Jan 18, 2021 5:14 pm
aussieta
aussieta
17 January 2021

home’s age: how old is too old?

home’s age: how old is too old?

prior to 2010 most houses will be 90 x 45 pine frames with truss roofs more common after 2000

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aussieta
Jan 17, 2021 3:46 pm
aussieta
NathanPS
NathanPS
14 January 2021

Window Query

Window Query

Thanks for your replies guys. I will try both things before I contact the builder :)

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NathanPS
Jan 14, 2021 1:02 am
Willdiy
Willdiy
13 January 2021

Cracked roof tile and gaps

Cracked roof tile and gaps

Forgot to say that is also a two storeys so not possible to go up there

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Willdiy
Jan 13, 2021 8:40 am
Felix1974
Felix1974
12 January 2021

Damp Proofing Advice

Damp Proofing Advice

This is the bottom of my hallway arch with damage to the plaster caused by rising damp (I think) during the winter months. …

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Felix1974
Jan 12, 2021 12:09 pm

Hi everyone, I was wondering if someone in the forum could assist me with a problem. The side of the house is paved with brick pavers by the previous owner. The gap…

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Henry123
Dec 27, 2020 10:23 am
Althom
Althom
13 December 2020

Empty rain water tank even after rain

Empty rain water tank even after rain

How many downpipes feeding into the tank? Have you observed any rainfall flowing into the downpipes when it rains? Quite often guttering and drainpipes are installed such…

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Althom
Dec 13, 2020 5:01 pm
Althom
John Wick
John Wick
7 December 2020

Roofing sag repair - how to check works are ok?

Roofing sag repair - how to check works are ok?

Also, when in roof space. Make sure you are walking on ceiling joists or you'll fall through the plaster. You can also look at other components/members that are hold up…

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John Wick
Dec 07, 2020 6:24 pm
Gab Homeone
Gab Homeone
3 December 2020

Repainting Ceiling

Repainting Ceiling

Thanks so much for your quick reply! I will definately find out the root cause before repainting. Honestly a major help with the repainting tips though, many thanks!

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Gab Homeone
Dec 03, 2020 12:37 pm
JoePathan
JoePathan
17 November 2020

Rheem Water Heater - Disconnected wire...

Rheem Water Heater - Disconnected wire...

thanks for the advice. I tried but didnt get much info from them.

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JoePathan
Nov 17, 2020 10:37 am
Cleanshirtru
Cleanshirtru
26 October 2020

Stump Expert Melbourne

Stump Expert Melbourne

I have a set of bifold doors that have stopped rolling, looks like there is some bowing of the floor track in the middle which is pushing the middle doors up and wedging…

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Cleanshirtru
Oct 26, 2020 8:29 pm
alexp79
alexp79
19 October 2020

LED lights strip

LED lights strip

aliexpress?

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alexp79
Oct 19, 2020 1:51 pm
MaryLo1987
MaryLo1987
9 October 2020

Ceiling Cracking

Ceiling Cracking

as in the comment above, I also believe that you need to buy this ceiling mesh. It was like that for me and it helped me a lot. It is a pity that now there is no photo.…

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MaryLo1987
Oct 09, 2020 12:25 am
Housetohome
Housetohome
1 October 2020

Decent vacuum cleaner

Decent vacuum cleaner

Miele cordless seems pretty good. I'm planning to get one too.

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Housetohome
Oct 01, 2020 6:09 am

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