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moudzj
moudzj
21 January 2021

Is this a realistic tiling + waterproofing quote?

Is this a realistic tiling + waterproofing quote?

I wouldn't pay it. Its definitely way too cheap.

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moudzj
Jan 21, 2021 12:45 am
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
3simon
3simon
17 January 2021

Waterproofing shower/bath combo wet area?

Waterproofing shower/bath combo wet area?

Thanks Chippy! That's really helpful! I've spoken to my waterproofer and plumber, but neither were very helpful and feel like I'm being bounced between trades. Plumber…

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3simon
Jan 17, 2021 4:32 pm
Splashers
Splashers
15 January 2021

Bathroom CAD Drawing Program

Bathroom CAD Drawing Program

Hey Everyone, Just wondering what CAD drawing programs people are using for Plans with Dimensions for Bathrooms ? TIA

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Splashers
Jan 15, 2021 2:24 pm
Splashers
Alpalaus
Alpalaus
14 January 2021

Older shower caddy

Older shower caddy

Hi all, I have an older shower caddy made of wire . It has fallen off and I don’t know how to reattach it. It has a wall mounted plate with three fixing screws . There…

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Alpalaus
Jan 14, 2021 5:41 pm
Berek
Berek
12 January 2021

What base for bathroom floor tiling over particle board?

What base for bathroom floor tiling over particle board?

How thick is the mortar bed? Is there thinset (tile adhesive) on top of that? Forget mortar outside of the shower. JH has very detailed installation documents on most of…

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Berek
Jan 12, 2021 8:12 pm
3simon
3simon
11 January 2021

Using skirting board for half tiled bathroom?

Using skirting board for half tiled bathroom?

That's interesting. Have you heard of archi…

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3simon
Jan 11, 2021 3:13 pm

I have an upper (above bench) laundry cabinet into which to insert a vented dryer. The brackets are there and the venting pipe installed. There is a small hole on one side…

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joanholt
Jan 11, 2021 11:13 am
jimbo73
jimbo73
10 January 2021

hariline crack in acrylic shower base tray

hariline crack in acrylic shower base tray

Hi over the past couple year l has noticed slight creaking noise on acrylic shower base , l guess there was slight movement, today l noticed a 10cm hairline crack . Can l…

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jimbo73
Jan 10, 2021 10:23 am
3simon
3simon
26 December 2020

corner bathtub for shower?

corner bathtub for shower?

Are these corner bathtubs suitable for shower bath combo? Are they fixed to the wall via just a line of silicone (for waterproofing as well)? If…

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3simon
Dec 26, 2020 9:27 pm
plumbers best
plumbers best
17 December 2020

50mm bath waste connector...

50mm bath waste connector...

FYI. Digging up an old thread - had a couple of guys interested in the 40mm to 50mm waste connector. Thought I would post link in case any one is looking for the same. Cheers

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plumbers best
Dec 17, 2020 2:22 pm
Pulse
Pulse
4 December 2020

How to change a washer in the shower

How to change a washer in the shower

https://www.bunnings.com.au/kinetic-spo ... t_p4920385 look at this link, the spanner is on the left and the nut looks like one in the top row of the photo, under the tap…

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Pulse
Dec 04, 2020 6:20 am
Countrybuilds
Countrybuilds
24 November 2020

Opinion on Laundry

Opinion on Laundry

Where is the flat? Will the user have access to a main laundry? How is it going to be used? Is the weather suitable for drying? Is there outdoor space? Two ideas-…

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Countrybuilds
Nov 24, 2020 6:52 pm
Countrybuilds
chippy
chippy
20 November 2020

Sink installed incorrectly

Sink installed incorrectly

Hi Wendle. I know I given you some tips before about your plans for the laundry. Unfortunately there definitely should have been a scribe panel against the wall. You don't…

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chippy
Nov 20, 2020 7:42 pm
chippy
Rizzo
Rizzo
19 November 2020

300x300 tiles on walls

300x300 tiles on walls

Just wondering if anyone has any pics or has used 300x300 tiles on the walls? I know how amazing the large format tiles look in bathrooms but this build we are sticking…

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Rizzo
Nov 19, 2020 9:45 pm
ktmrida
ktmrida
19 November 2020

Shower Issues - 5 Year old Home

Shower Issues - 5 Year old Home

Hi thanks for that, realised the sealant around edges was wear and tear, didn't think the grout disappearing between tiles was though

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ktmrida
Nov 19, 2020 2:23 pm
narnar
narnar
7 November 2020

Line of mould

Line of mould

I had a bathroom renovation recently and am now noticing that the lower grout line is getting mouldier as time goes on. I have sprayed every possible mould killer and…

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narnar
Nov 07, 2020 2:21 pm
arcadelt
arcadelt
4 November 2020

Small bathroom renovation

Small bathroom renovation

I don’t know your design, but you could put the lights on either side on the walls, or they even have options to put strips lights in the mirrors themselves.

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arcadelt
Nov 04, 2020 9:04 am
Sarlat
Sarlat
3 November 2020

Tiles on kickboard/plinth?

Tiles on kickboard/plinth?

Thank you all for your advice. We canvassed many people and finally went for this:

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Sarlat
Nov 03, 2020 10:37 am
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
boxhill
boxhill
17 October 2020

Recessed shower niche

Recessed shower niche

Thanks a lot for that. I have been wondering about it now I am clear. Cheers

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boxhill
Oct 17, 2020 7:46 pm
boxhill
sociangal
sociangal
16 October 2020

Integrated toilet sink

Integrated toilet sink

It is but I rather have a sink still for hygienic purposes. I’m still trying to figure out how to do it though. I have asked Caroma and didnt get a response. It’s…

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sociangal
Oct 16, 2020 10:15 am
3simon
3simon
1 October 2020

Waterproof & tile existing rendered wall

Waterproof & tile existing rendered wall

Thanks Chippy, that's really clear and useful tips!

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3simon
Oct 01, 2020 9:21 pm
3simon
3simon
1 October 2020

waterproof & screed over existing waterproofing?

waterproof & screed over existing waterproofing?

Got it. Thanks Chippy and building-expert for your replies.

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3simon
Oct 01, 2020 11:16 am
TheMasta
TheMasta
27 September 2020

What type of Sink Mixer?

What type of Sink Mixer?

I think the same. It will be easier for maintenances and installation too.

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TheMasta
Sep 27, 2020 5:43 am
TheMasta

Hi all, Leaking shower head and unsure how to safely open and replace the washer etc due to the unique type of shower taps. I'm a bit worried about forcing off the tap…

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sam369
Sep 23, 2020 10:00 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
22 September 2020

bathroom reno floor

bathroom reno floor

As per what Splashers says above. I hear of lots of people doing a cheap job by just going over the top of what is already there and basically covering up any possible…

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Stewie D
Sep 22, 2020 1:49 pm
viju_009
viju_009
18 September 2020

Sealer - epoxy or silicon sealer. Need help

Sealer - epoxy or silicon sealer. Need help

The building and pest detected high moisture reading in the toilet wall. The other side of the wall is an yard I got few plumbers to look for leaky pipes but the…

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viju_009
Sep 18, 2020 2:24 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
Mr.T
Mr.T
2 September 2020

Waterproofing fail - Aquachack and Villaboard

Waterproofing fail - Aquachack and Villaboard

Hi, I have been reading a few of these posts regarding Aquacheck and Villaboard for the bathroom. I recently had our waterproofing fail in our bathroom - house is 10…

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Mr.T
Sep 02, 2020 9:14 pm
Mr.T
Mr.T
1 September 2020

Fixing Villa Board/Cement sheeting in wet area

Fixing Villa Board/Cement sheeting in wet area

Hi, I have been reading a few of these posts regarding Aquacheck and Villaboard for the bathroom. I recently had our waterproofing fail in our bathroom - house is 10…

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Mr.T
Sep 01, 2020 6:48 pm

Hi, We are planning a bathroom/laundry renno in our 1975 brick veneer home. We would like the wet area floors to be below our other house levels for obvious reasons as at…

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Han_mc
Aug 30, 2020 11:50 am
chippy
chippy
26 August 2020

Help me!

Help me!

The spindle will just slide (or should) out. Some spindles have little tabs on them that stop them sliding right through and with those you need to slide it one way. Most…

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chippy
Aug 26, 2020 10:37 pm
chippy
oklouise
oklouise
26 August 2020

Bathroom redesign

Bathroom redesign

we need to be able to see the adjoining rooms and all windows and doors..can you post a plan of the whole house..you can usually renovate an existing bathroom without…

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oklouise
Aug 26, 2020 10:28 pm
chetansoni_3141
chetansoni_3141
22 August 2020

Bathroom Cornice Type

Bathroom Cornice Type

thanks for the…

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chetansoni_3141
Aug 22, 2020 10:09 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
21 August 2020

Old toilet seats

Old toilet seats

Good luck trying to remove them without damaging the toilet. They look like a bolt held by a steel locking nut which has rusted. Some WD40 applied twice a day for a week…

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Stewie D
Aug 21, 2020 8:48 am
Althom
Althom
20 August 2020

Freezer in bathroom/ laundry

Freezer in bathroom/ laundry

Can't see why not. Lots of people put them in their garages which are generally subject to greater temperature variations so a bathroom/laundry should be fine.

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Althom
Aug 20, 2020 10:39 am
Althom
aussieta
aussieta
16 August 2020

Condensation problems in newly renovated bathroom

Condensation problems in newly renovated bathroom

turn the fan on and stick a sheet of newspaper over to see if it actually is drawing enough air

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aussieta
Aug 16, 2020 9:18 pm
aussieta
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
forrestmount
forrestmount
11 August 2020

Should shelves match Cabinet Depth

Should shelves match Cabinet Depth

I think I have a mental picture of what you are trying to do and I think you could achieve floating shelves with an unconventional approach and some effect. If you could…

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forrestmount
Aug 11, 2020 7:04 pm
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
wendlle
wendlle
10 August 2020

Countertop Sink in a Laundry?

Countertop Sink in a Laundry?

yes, that's perfect, except I have even less room for my sink than you. The rectangle 200mm sink above will be fine for what I need and it is going to give me so much room…

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wendlle
Aug 10, 2020 10:01 pm
wendlle
Subtropic
Subtropic
10 August 2020

Chipped tile

Chipped tile

We had the tiler come in and redo the grout in our bathroom. The house is nearly 3 years old but old grout had fallen out in a small section. In the process of doing this…

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Subtropic
Aug 10, 2020 9:06 pm
forrestmount
forrestmount
7 August 2020

Looking for a Part...

Looking for a Part...

10 years ago we had to replace some plastic parts on a 80’s or 90’s shower screen in a house we had purchased. The shower door was actually taken off and stored under…

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forrestmount
Aug 07, 2020 1:29 am
Sparkyf
Sparkyf
31 July 2020

My bathroom makeover

My bathroom makeover

Puuuurfect boss!! :))

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Sparkyf
Jul 31, 2020 9:11 pm
Sparkyf
Revinator
Revinator
31 July 2020

Hobless Shower

Hobless Shower

Just make sure the shower floor falls are steeper than standard. :)

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Revinator
Jul 31, 2020 2:54 pm
Revinator

Only way I see you accomplishing this on the cheap and with minimal impact is like this. (Sorry I'm on lunch break at work so these are quick and…

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Revinator
Jul 31, 2020 2:46 pm
Revinator
Jo0853
Jo0853
30 July 2020

Do you have ducted heating outlet in your bathrooms?

Do you have ducted heating outlet in your bathrooms?

Is the floor heating on a timer so as to turn on before waking up? Cheers

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Jo0853
Jul 30, 2020 10:54 pm

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