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Countrybuilds
Countrybuilds
25 August 2020

Window choice to reduce condensation

Window choice to reduce condensation

Thank you darb74 have it in my electrical notes to wire a switch into the laundry. We are now organising installation ourselves after the consultant tried to tell me an…

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Countrybuilds
Aug 25, 2020 12:31 pm
Countrybuilds
chetansoni_3141
chetansoni_3141
22 August 2020

Pantry Door Installation

Pantry Door Installation

I agree with you. thanks for for reply..

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chetansoni_3141
Aug 22, 2020 9:20 pm
sheels
sheels
15 August 2020

Half Price Blinds

Half Price Blinds

i just bought whole house worth vertical blinds, they look good up, but some of blinds bit short in length and when we checked measurements they had cut them shorter than…

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sheels
Aug 15, 2020 6:51 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
13 August 2020

Which seal to use?

Which seal to use?

I know the problem. We install our replacement windows in lots of different building-in situations. This could have been done differently with a better result. The fix…

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ECOECO
Aug 13, 2020 12:49 pm
ECOECO
lindsayr
lindsayr
12 August 2020

Window Placement for Facade

Window Placement for Facade

I don't have a photo at the moment. It is around a 1970s brick veneer home with quite an aweful brown brick at the moment. I am looking to render the brick of the old and…

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lindsayr
Aug 12, 2020 4:54 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
6 August 2020

Unlock Sliding aluminum window's door

Unlock Sliding aluminum window's door

These are generic sash locks you can buy in Bunnings. Find a security screwdriver bit to fit the screws and remove them, then fit new ones.

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ECOECO
Aug 06, 2020 12:39 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
6 August 2020

Doors to home theathre

Doors to home theathre

Find a chippy to quote, then price the doors you want - but these can be the expensive bit.

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ECOECO
Aug 06, 2020 12:36 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
6 August 2020

Paint external timber windows.

Paint external timber windows.

Matt would be the best match to Colorbond. Any good paint is suitable.

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ECOECO
Aug 06, 2020 12:13 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
6 August 2020

Help - increased ceiling height (doors/windows)

Help - increased ceiling height (doors/windows)

I would make all door openings uniform, and have windows set at the same height. I think anything less may impact the sales value.

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ECOECO
Aug 06, 2020 12:11 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
15 July 2020

Window double glazing retrofit

Window double glazing retrofit

Great resuly

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ECOECO
Jul 15, 2020 1:33 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
15 July 2020

Retrofit flashing in Double Brick Home

Retrofit flashing in Double Brick Home

You should only need to seal the window into the outer bricks by caulking around it.

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ECOECO
Jul 15, 2020 1:21 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
15 July 2020

Could this be Wood rot?

Could this be Wood rot?

Looks like old timber and layers of paint. Give it a poke with a screw driver, if it's solid you don't need to worry.

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ECOECO
Jul 15, 2020 1:16 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
15 July 2020

Window Frame Replacement.

Window Frame Replacement.

I need a pic, but my guess is the timber frame is integral to the window and your new window will come with one as well...

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ECOECO
Jul 15, 2020 1:15 pm
ECOECO
chippy
chippy
13 June 2020

External Bifold Doors

External Bifold Doors

Hi Carly_3070 It's very hard to give you a thorough diagnosis from one photo but I think I can see an issue that may be causing a problem. If you look at the left hand…

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chippy
Jun 13, 2020 7:09 pm
chippy
ECOECO
ECOECO
12 June 2020

Removed

Removed

Money saver...

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ECOECO
Jun 12, 2020 6:01 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
25 May 2020

Ventilation with floor to ceiling windows in upstairs bedroo

Ventilation with floor to ceiling windows in upstairs bedroo

At 'EcoEco' we do those in double glazed, awning and casement.

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ECOECO
May 25, 2020 5:45 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
22 May 2020

nominee needed for AWA x 2

nominee needed for AWA x 2

Send me your resume and a couple of referees. Tell me about your business, is it just installation? Ed

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ECOECO
May 22, 2020 11:31 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
21 May 2020

Seeking recommendations for timber/aluminium window supplier

Seeking recommendations for timber/aluminium window supplier

Hi Sorry we have no record of your specific requirement, nor is it in junk mail. Can you please send again to me... Thanks

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ECOECO
May 21, 2020 3:43 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
15 May 2020

Window with stone kitchen bench used as the sil

Window with stone kitchen bench used as the sil

That would be up to the builder, so without seeing the actual detail I can't say. But it would need to have flashing.

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ECOECO
May 15, 2020 4:34 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
14 May 2020

Failing double glazed units

Failing double glazed units

What's happening? Ed

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ECOECO
May 14, 2020 2:14 pm
ECOECO

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ECOECO
May 06, 2020 3:00 pm
ECOECO

OK. The job will not be an easy one, as you'll need to take the door out, remove the glass, pull the frame apart without breaking anything and then properly replace the…

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arcadelt
May 03, 2020 2:10 pm
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ECOECO
Apr 29, 2020 5:48 pm
ECOECO
lealu
lealu
29 April 2020

Window and door Offer

Window and door Offer

We can offer you a good aluminium window and door. all can be customized. just check what we have done before.

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lealu
Apr 29, 2020 1:50 pm
khusnil.deo
khusnil.deo
23 April 2020

Front door size

Front door size

I can't decide what door size to put as my front door. I have a 12m wide house with a 6.35m wide garage. Ryde facade from MacDonald Jones home building Albany two. My…

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khusnil.deo
Apr 23, 2020 1:04 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
22 April 2020

Window and Door question.

Window and Door question.

That's a tough ask... and expensive... and yes 30mm thick glass would be the go... Here's a site that emulates the noise and glazing - though it does not give an acoustic…

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ECOECO
Apr 22, 2020 1:13 pm
ECOECO
zillah
zillah
11 April 2020

Outdoor main sliding gate replace broken holder ?

Outdoor main sliding gate replace broken holder ?

Dear folk I was away from home for couple of days. I have our outdoor sliding gate its broken holder got missing when I went home I did not see it on the ground and I…

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zillah
Apr 11, 2020 3:31 pm

Hinges need for laundry door

Hinges need for laundry door

You're a champion thank you.

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Imad2ndstoryaddition
Apr 07, 2020 3:36 pm
chippy
chippy
7 April 2020

Resize internal doors after new carpet?

Resize internal doors after new carpet?

Electric planer is fine. Just plane the required amount of and then sand it smooth. I'd also reseal the new exposed edge with some paint.

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chippy
Apr 07, 2020 3:22 pm
chippy
ECOECO
ECOECO
3 April 2020

Faux muntins for my windows

Faux muntins for my windows

You're welcome. Happy New Year!!!

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ECOECO
Apr 03, 2020 4:35 pm
ECOECO
Neil 6264
Neil 6264
29 March 2020

Sasco Installed door split door frame but denying it

Sasco Installed door split door frame but denying it

I second on the, No pilot holes. Also second on the Builders bog

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Neil 6264
Mar 29, 2020 11:14 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
26 March 2020

Gaps under Windows

Gaps under Windows

You're welcome :-)

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ECOECO
Mar 26, 2020 11:55 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
25 March 2020

Upstairs bedroom windows - solutions please

Upstairs bedroom windows - solutions please

Child protection: Under 1700 high must have max 12.5cm gap. So either opening is above 1700 or you have fixed lock on the gap. I want louvres which only have 10cm opening…

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ECOECO
Mar 25, 2020 3:18 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
25 March 2020

What configuration/layout for bedroom windows?

What configuration/layout for bedroom windows?

I like the horizontal windows with the top sash opening as you have the above. It's a modern look, uncluttered and symmetrical.

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ECOECO
Mar 25, 2020 3:03 pm
ECOECO
Pulse
Pulse
6 March 2020

Windows to boundary wall

Windows to boundary wall

No... this is not possible ..,.

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Pulse
Mar 06, 2020 8:19 pm
verticaresiteacc
verticaresiteacc
4 March 2020

curtains costs

curtains costs

I am also shocked to listen to this price. This price is really high. You can visit other places. but prices mostly depends on the quality of the products.

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verticaresiteacc
Mar 04, 2020 5:37 pm
verticaresiteacc
ECOECO
ECOECO
23 February 2020

Help! Window casings. should I be worried

Help! Window casings. should I be worried

Following your lead... :-)

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ECOECO
Feb 23, 2020 3:55 pm
ECOECO
arcadelt
arcadelt
20 February 2020

Sash Window Question

Sash Window Question

Sorry, I might have misunderstood. Did you mean the red bit or the green bit?

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arcadelt
Feb 20, 2020 9:19 pm

We had quite a bit of rain last night and because of the wind it was blowing up against our front door for some of the night. This has resulted in water damage and…

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stevierae
Feb 10, 2020 9:15 am
tracey em
tracey em
6 February 2020

A&L window winders

A&L window winders

Thank you , thats very generous of you. I am in Mordialloc. I'll pm you to make arrangements to collect.

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tracey em
Feb 06, 2020 12:12 pm

Hi all Looking to close in a rear deck and want a 3 pane sliding door, large fixed window and 2 smaller triangle windows. Aluminum frames, single glazed including…

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warek
Feb 05, 2020 5:26 pm
perth97
perth97
28 January 2020

Expert Information

Expert Information

Yeah, I know, and I'm not worried about getting the required 6 stars rating. I'm more interested in how the house is going to perform in reality than academic simulation.…

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perth97
Jan 28, 2020 2:37 am
DustyBlue
DustyBlue
24 January 2020

Timber Casement Window alterations

Timber Casement Window alterations

We have timber casement windows with traditional window stays. We are looking into other opening options as the stays get in the way of flyscreens when open. Has anyone…

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DustyBlue
Jan 24, 2020 2:49 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
23 January 2020

Tilt door (garage)

Tilt door (garage)

Tilt garage doors are great systems and I also have a good experience. you can also gain a benefit from my good experience.

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ECOECO
Jan 23, 2020 3:15 pm
ECOECO
Chippies_Kid
Chippies_Kid
16 January 2020

Condensation in double glazed windows when sun hits windows

Condensation in double glazed windows when sun hits windows

The double glazing units were not sealed properly or there was too much moisture in dessicant when glass factory making double glazing

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Chippies_Kid
Jan 16, 2020 12:34 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
15 January 2020

External window sill

External window sill

We normally refer to this as a "Z" flashing. They are custom fabricated to suit in Colorbond material. There is no reason why you balustrade needs to be continuously…

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ECOECO
Jan 15, 2020 9:57 am
ECOECO
chippy
chippy
13 January 2020

Doors, doors, doors! Recommendations please for WA!

Doors, doors, doors! Recommendations please for WA!

If you need emergency glass repair Brisbane you can contact me. I can help as we provide Glass Repairs on doors, windows and more and other services also. Visit our Home…

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chippy
Jan 13, 2020 1:13 am
chippy
chippy
chippy
9 January 2020

New Sliding door type

New Sliding door type

If it's just in a laundry I wouldn't be bothering with the barn door. Just go with a 770 sliding door in a solid to keep the noise down and a decent quality quad wheel…

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chippy
Jan 09, 2020 9:37 pm
chippy
Berek
Berek
4 December 2019

My double glazed windows fro China

My double glazed windows fro China
1 ... 4, 5, 6

Lol yeah sorry if I made matters worse. I just wanted to correct my post as I couldn’t verify what I had said. All the windows were double glazed in the house price.…

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Berek
Dec 04, 2019 10:26 pm

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