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This is the current bathroom with a european laundry. Overall internal dimensions are 3.69 wide and 3.65m deep, including the footprint of the laundry. There is a toilet…

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redfox
Mar 06, 2024 8:00 pm
Rudy
Rudy
7 October 2023

Reece (Mizu) push plug - any leak?

Reece (Mizu) push plug - any leak?

They dont leak, we have half a dozen of 32mm versions. But buying the rubber seal for the pop-up cover part is impossible. After 5 years the seals hardened and started…

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Rudy
Oct 07, 2023 11:37 am
Rudy
Suspicious_cynic
Suspicious_cynic
27 June 2023

Fixing a shower head height mistake

Fixing a shower head height mistake

I'll look into different shower heads and ask the plumber about some engineering and see what he says. Thanks

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Suspicious_cynic
Jun 27, 2023 2:35 pm
markcora4567
markcora4567
31 December 2022

Small bathroom ideas

Small bathroom ideas

If you have a small bathroom, consider using a smaller bathtub, such as a corner tub or a Japanese-style soaking tub. These…

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markcora4567
Dec 31, 2022 11:29 pm

hi everyone, I am having handover tomorrow but I just realised my floor tiles' grout might be too deep. Unfrotunately, I dont have photos as the house is locked .. The…

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elloelloelloqwer
Sep 26, 2022 6:01 pm
Molarov27
Molarov27
8 September 2022

Mismatch tiles

Mismatch tiles

The builder is returning to repair the shower base and surround as the tiles were lifting in the new bathroom reno ( 18 months old) . We will have to order the same tiles,…

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Molarov27
Sep 08, 2022 7:48 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
7 June 2022

Anyone tried Aussie Drain Mate/Grate Seal/Dekfit Grate Mate?

Anyone tried Aussie Drain Mate/Grate Seal/Dekfit Grate Mate?

That pluma would be on the nose every day (sadly no humour for you)

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jun 07, 2022 11:00 am
StructuralBIMGuy
brownbag
brownbag
1 May 2022

Tiling to vanity or tiling whole floor.

Tiling to vanity or tiling whole floor.

I'm renovating my bathroom and will put a wall to wall custom made vanity in. Our shower floor is tiled and we'll have a…

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brownbag
May 01, 2022 4:56 pm
chippy
chippy
30 April 2022

Bathroom Reno

Bathroom Reno

Why not use 6mm villa board. A better wet area product.

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chippy
Apr 30, 2022 12:25 pm
chippy
Callifo
Callifo
19 April 2022

Plumbing washing machine waste drain hose

Plumbing washing machine waste drain hose

It is better to seek help from specialists. They can help you make the right decision.

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Callifo
Apr 19, 2022 4:12 pm
PeterJTonkin
PeterJTonkin
1 April 2022

Shower - Can you screed directly over this?

Shower - Can you screed directly over this?

Hi guys Cutting a long story short, our bathroom shower was leaking and after a lot of argy-bargy with the bathroom renovation company, they have finally started re-doing…

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PeterJTonkin
Apr 01, 2022 8:44 pm
amateur69
amateur69
13 March 2022

Bathroom Reno

Bathroom Reno

Hi all, looking at doing our bathroom Reno. Got most of the Reno worked out but just need to know at what stage do you put the shower base in. Before the plastering on the…

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amateur69
Mar 13, 2022 8:15 pm
Pulse
Pulse
28 October 2021

Installing bathroom accessories onto tiles

Installing bathroom accessories onto tiles

just get the builder to do it, unless you have video of the pipe locations before sheeting

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Pulse
Oct 28, 2021 8:33 pm
Timmy J
Timmy J
21 September 2021

Shower repair advice needed

Shower repair advice needed

Hi There. Looking for advice on two different shower repairs. Shower 1: - Various gaps in grout and spots where grout is brittle - Some grout lines very thin (<1mm) -…

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Timmy J
Sep 21, 2021 1:04 am
tangle88
tangle88
9 September 2021

Wainscoting - where to buy?

Wainscoting - where to buy?

Do you know what kind of wall board they use in the picture ?

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tangle88
Sep 09, 2021 12:00 pm
bestspecials
bestspecials
1 September 2021

Tiling questions

Tiling questions

That should look nice.

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bestspecials
Sep 01, 2021 9:24 am
bestspecials
Noname
Noname
30 August 2021

Capped water point unusual cost ($5000)

Capped water point unusual cost ($5000)
1, 2

this is the only way. Ive done this on about 5-7 items on this house and about 10 on the last house. Unless you can prove to them builder that you know what you're…

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Noname
Aug 30, 2021 5:46 pm
Yaznco
Yaznco
6 June 2021

Polished concrete shower base

Polished concrete shower base

I’d love to know this too.

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Yaznco
Jun 06, 2021 2:52 pm
marshi
marshi
12 April 2021

bathroom/ensuite vanities and sinks

bathroom/ensuite vanities and sinks

They look really nice! Thanks so much for sharing 😀

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marshi
Apr 12, 2021 10:15 pm
arcadelt
arcadelt
10 April 2021

bathroom basins/sinks

bathroom basins/sinks

I haven’t done it, but measuring my basins, you could do it. It would be a bit squeezy, with little room to swing your arms around, but manageable if that isn’t also…

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arcadelt
Apr 10, 2021 6:27 pm
vgolfoz
vgolfoz
18 January 2021

Leaking toilet

Leaking toilet

Not sure of the specifics. Just took the old valve off and took it to Reece...and they showed me a replacement. $3.50 and was near closing time...fingers crossed it all settles OK.

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vgolfoz
Jan 18, 2021 5:59 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
21 October 2020

Can a plumber tell me what I’m looking at

Can a plumber tell me what I’m looking at

Unscrew the inspection openings then run some water from each sink/bath/shower separately then see which one the water is flowing in. Stewie

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Stewie D
Oct 21, 2020 8:18 pm
oklouise
oklouise
11 September 2020

Bath and shower in sedate rooms

Bath and shower in sedate rooms

could you post a plan of the house showing existing rooms showing plumbing, doors, windows and dimensions with a wish list of what you want to achieve?

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oklouise
Sep 11, 2020 2:06 pm
john3136
john3136
11 September 2020

Lights in shower

Lights in shower

These top 50 lighting ideas can make all the difference between a forgettable daily routine and celebratory ritual. From…

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john3136
Sep 11, 2020 9:00 am
john3136
Housetohome
Housetohome
7 September 2020

Recessed Shaving/Medicine Cabinet after handover

Recessed Shaving/Medicine Cabinet after handover

Curious to know. Is it possible to replace existing mirror with shaving cabinet? We have tiles floor to ceiling. Would it be difficult to remove existing mirror from the…

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Housetohome
Sep 07, 2020 7:38 am
Countrybuilds
Countrybuilds
16 August 2020

Drying room design

Drying room design

Thanks arcadelt, good point. My son did ask to be put in a bubble yesterday! I think I will leave it without a window, our build costs are pretty much at budget already.

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Countrybuilds
Aug 16, 2020 9:31 am
Countrybuilds
wendlle
wendlle
11 August 2020

Bathroom accessories - is it worth paying more?

Bathroom accessories - is it worth paying more?

I work in Hardware and can tell you that price doesn't mean quality. Just go with what you like, and almost all fittings come with crap fixtures. Get some good anchors…

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wendlle
Aug 11, 2020 7:21 am
wendlle
arcadelt
arcadelt
20 July 2020

frameless glass shower screen gaps

frameless glass shower screen gaps

If you have a new bathroom design or are viewing to give your space an open feel,…

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arcadelt
Jul 20, 2020 9:46 am
xpunkybash
xpunkybash
13 July 2020

Porcher toilets anyone have them?

Porcher toilets anyone have them?

I have 4 Porcher Toilets and I am hoping to get a clue on where I might buy the replacement Bottom Seat Buffers. I have had success in locating a supply of the Top Seat…

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xpunkybash
Jul 13, 2020 2:54 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
6 July 2020

Permit for bathroom rearrangement

Permit for bathroom rearrangement

According to others on this forum from Victoria, yes you do. In my part of the world , as long as you're not changing windows etc or any other part of the external fabric…

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Stewie D
Jul 06, 2020 5:32 pm
gogo65
gogo65
15 May 2020

Bathtub in ensuite

Bathtub in ensuite

Alexp, 2-3cm is all that is needed to get the handle of the mop down there, i lived with It for 6 years, no issues what so ever. In regards to serviced apartments, i just…

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gogo65
May 15, 2020 10:21 pm
gogo65
dbun1
dbun1
26 April 2020

How long should grout last for?

How long should grout last for?

Thanks for the replies - as I suspected, I thought I was out of luck, although the two quotes I've had so far both have commented that the job was very poor quality from…

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dbun1
Apr 26, 2020 6:17 pm
MClark
MClark
23 April 2020

Bathroom almost finished - before and afters!!

Bathroom almost finished - before and afters!!

Yeah post some pics, I'll post mine here too after I renovate my bathroom by the end of this month.

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MClark
Apr 23, 2020 8:24 pm
MClark
chippy
chippy
28 March 2020

After a temporary fix for damaged shower

After a temporary fix for damaged shower

If it's just the tiles and waterproof membrane that has gone then you could effect a repair by covering the effected areas with one of the waterproof solid shower wall…

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chippy
Mar 28, 2020 7:10 pm
chippy
Hotelathome
Hotelathome
6 March 2020

Tile burn black metal marks

Tile burn black metal marks

I was removing some silicone with a multi tool and got black metal marks all over my white glossy tiles. I just couldn't get them off. I tried Ajax, CLR, Magic Erasers and…

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Hotelathome
Mar 06, 2020 9:01 pm
Kassy
Kassy
20 February 2020

Building a new ensuite in a very old double brick home

Building a new ensuite in a very old double brick home

I would appreciate some advice regarding my plan to convert one tiny bedroom into a walk in robe + ensuite bathroom - effectively making it into a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom…

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Kassy
Feb 20, 2020 6:33 pm
campbeld
campbeld
15 February 2020

External Cladding used in Bathroom Wet Area, problems?

External Cladding used in Bathroom Wet Area, problems?

I’m not a tradesperson but I’ve heard water should never get to the backing anyway because the wet area is supposed to be waterproof. Apparently water wicks through…

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campbeld
Feb 15, 2020 5:42 pm
mynameisjonas
mynameisjonas
11 February 2020

New Laundry for parents

New Laundry for parents

Thanks LilyJamJam - its classic I think - the handles are indeed great - very stylish and would look amazing in black too.

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mynameisjonas
Feb 11, 2020 9:12 am
tracey em
tracey em
12 December 2019

Bathroom tile and other issues

Bathroom tile and other issues

Thanks Abasnsw...EEEEK...I hope I dont have a big fight on my hands!

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tracey em
Dec 12, 2019 9:18 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
19 November 2019

No floor waste in wet areas - problem?

No floor waste in wet areas - problem?

"It will smell. Regardless if it has the u bend." Not true. If you have water in the floor waste you won't get sewer smells. They only usually smell when a not often used…

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Stewie D
Nov 19, 2019 1:05 pm
marshi
marshi
9 June 2019

laminex silk issues in bathroom

laminex silk issues in bathroom

Yeah it's tiled up to the end board but any water is wiped up straight away. The bottom of the doors are all blown. Badly in the kids bathroom and has started slightly in…

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marshi
Jun 09, 2019 4:28 pm
buildingnewbie184
buildingnewbie184
3 April 2019

Shower re-sealing and caulking - Who to use?

Shower re-sealing and caulking - Who to use?

I am in the Oakleigh area of Melbourne. Has anyone in this general area used a shower re-sealing + caulking company that they would recommend as doing good work, being…

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buildingnewbie184
Apr 03, 2019 2:31 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
13 November 2018

water heat

water heat

Also buy a cover.

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SaveH2O
Nov 13, 2018 12:02 pm
SaveH2O
mynameisjonas
mynameisjonas
5 July 2018

Bathroom almost finished - before and afters!

Bathroom almost finished - before and afters!

Hi, thanks! Yes it was a difficult choice, this will be our 'forever' house and no plans to change in 15 to 20 years, so we decided to bit the bullet and go with some…

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mynameisjonas
Jul 05, 2018 2:13 pm
fifodad
fifodad
6 June 2018

Help with my bad builder/tiler

Help with my bad builder/tiler

Cheers, sometimes you just have to dig your heels in and stand up for yourself.

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fifodad
Jun 06, 2018 9:59 pm

Hi Has anyone got these tiles with POLYTEC polar white sheen cupboard doors? Do they look OK together or clash? Would love to see your pics please 😀

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GEOnTREY
Apr 23, 2018 12:59 am
pandibabi
pandibabi
9 March 2018

Acrylic Splashback for bathrooms

Acrylic Splashback for bathrooms

Anyone put Acrylic splashback instead of tiles in shower? Like something like this? https://www.bunnings.com.au/vistelle-26 ... k_p2666222

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pandibabi
Mar 09, 2018 7:42 pm
pandibabi
corkco
corkco
12 February 2018

Bathroom grouting/tiles leaking issues....

Bathroom grouting/tiles leaking issues....

I had this problems before, and I used this product . It can solve the problems with seepage issues, so you can take a look at it. hope it can help you!

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corkco
Feb 12, 2018 7:04 pm
corkco
MisterSlope
MisterSlope
11 January 2018

Brands Recommendation for Bathrooms

Brands Recommendation for Bathrooms

Try Sussex taps and Phoenix Tapware both Melbourne based companies. Sussex taps are gorgeous... If you want to go further upmarket then you Fantini taps from Roger Seller.

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MisterSlope
Jan 11, 2018 12:29 pm
buckerooni
buckerooni
9 December 2017

Moving shower screen, ideas?

Moving shower screen, ideas?

hi there, I made the mistake of putting in a very…

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buckerooni
Dec 09, 2017 2:24 pm
buckerooni

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