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ECOECO
ECOECO
8 March

What's wrong with my windows...?????

What's wrong with my windows...?????
1, 2, 3, 4

I'm sorry, but I don't have enough information to answer your needs. It is unlikely that the window frame has become out of square, more likely that the rollers or glides…

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ECOECO
Mar 08, 2024 1:14 pm
ECOECO
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
Yesterday

bathroom with fixed window only now has mould on ceiling

bathroom with fixed window only now has mould on ceiling

The extractor fan is sufficient to prevent mould. Id be looking to see if there is a leak in the roof above the bathroom. As to replacing windows, its a fairly simple…

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ponzutwo
Jul 26, 2024 10:50 am
Bigdog7676
Bigdog7676
24 July

Sealing window

Sealing window

I installed a new window which was smaller than the existing so has to fill in around it and next to it. Do you think something like this is ok? Or should I not have…

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Bigdog7676
Jul 24, 2024 4:34 pm
Peter_KR
Peter_KR
12 July

How to repair chipped laminate door?

How to repair chipped laminate door?

Hi Thanks for your advice. Regards Peter

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Peter_KR
Jul 12, 2024 6:38 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
19 June

Brand new house with beyond horrible windows

Brand new house with beyond horrible windows

I expected that. If I had supplied the windows I would change them free of charge. My window has been lab tested and will deliver Rw34 with our standard glazing…

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ECOECO
Jun 19, 2024 11:33 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
12 June

Awning window winder replacement

Awning window winder replacement

It could be that the flyscreen adaptor is the problem, not the window. Yes you can easily change the winder, I would be expecting that the footprint of the winder to be…

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ECOECO
Jun 12, 2024 7:20 pm
ECOECO

Window replacement

Window replacement

Legend, thanks for the response. Does the new window reveal just sit on the bottom plate?

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Bigdog7676
Jun 05, 2024 2:49 pm
Mary73
Mary73
29 May

Lev Doors

Lev Doors

We used lev doors on our build - Yes, they work a breeze (pun intended) - Especially in winter - They make the rooms feel larger too - don't know why aren't they more…

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Mary73
May 29, 2024 9:06 am
Mary73
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Bimbob
May 20, 2024 7:59 am
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Footermo
May 10, 2024 2:20 pm
Footermo

Front Entrance doors in bushfire zones

Front Entrance doors in bushfire zones

Hi @Rachel001: have you got any bal fz external doors also when we are using a shutter of fz rated already do we need to use BAL rated doors still ?? Have you checked…

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kishan6693
May 08, 2024 11:10 pm

No. You only have to restrict the opening of any window when the opening starts below 1700 finished floor height or there is a transom or other climbable surface (toilet,…

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ECOECO
May 02, 2024 5:22 pm
ECOECO

920 was enough to get the furniture in. We live in a pretty safe area and it’s great to see people walking to the front door. We’re not too fussed about people…

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Pulse
Apr 26, 2024 8:03 pm
aohx075
aohx075
22 April

Door not closing properly but I have a fixed hinge

Door not closing properly but I have a fixed hinge

My door tends to rub against the frame during winter and I'm looking to fix it so it closes smoothly. Looking online on Youtube I'm seeing methods to fix the alignment and…

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aohx075
Apr 22, 2024 9:29 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
12 April

7 Stars

7 Stars

A few years ago we supplied a major builder with double glazed windows because they wanted to offer that as 100%. In the 20+ display designs supplied, the builder was…

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ECOECO
Apr 12, 2024 2:22 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
12 April

Can you use plasterboard for window jambs, reveals, sills?

Can you use plasterboard for window jambs, reveals, sills?

Plasterboard Gyprock is very popular as a reveal liner these days. You need to provide a way of supporting it, we use a modified timber reveal or bracket. You will be…

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ECOECO
Apr 12, 2024 12:07 pm
ECOECO
Becsta
Becsta
4 April

Window frame colour

Window frame colour

Also we are planning a new monument front fence too

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Becsta
Apr 04, 2024 7:48 am
Mox80
Mox80
29 March

Certification for glazing and aluminium window/door frames

Certification for glazing and aluminium window/door frames

For your reference Performance Labels: Window assemblies in housing, except timber windows, must be labelled so the label can be seen when it is in situ. For timber…

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Mox80
Mar 29, 2024 12:53 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
29 February

handles not horizantal

handles not horizantal

Very small children, small dogs and cats

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ECOECO
Feb 29, 2024 4:24 pm
ECOECO
chippy
chippy
22 February

Latch too far from the frame to grab

Latch too far from the frame to grab

The OP has gone The latch and striker are definitely not aligned but there was no point trying to help the OP understand that. Hence the reason they are no longer with us.

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chippy
Feb 22, 2024 3:03 pm
chippy
andy8
andy8
20 February

Do I need a new garage door motor or I being scammed?

Do I need a new garage door motor or I being scammed?

My garage door has started playing up recently. Sometimes (and getting more frequent) when I press the button to open it, it wont. The motor is an ATA GD0-6V3. Red and…

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andy8
Feb 20, 2024 7:49 am
angelacb
angelacb
17 February

Installing sliding doors to existing metal frame wardrobe

Installing sliding doors to existing metal frame wardrobe

Hi Simbo 2 Did you manage to install the sliding wardrobes on the metal frame? I want to do the same if able. Appreciate any advice.

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angelacb
Feb 17, 2024 10:35 pm
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ECOECO
Feb 07, 2024 11:12 am
ECOECO
Alex Jim
Alex Jim
6 February

Front Door Colour (Dulux equivalent to Caoba)

Front Door Colour (Dulux equivalent to Caoba)

To match the Caoba color of your garage door, you can consider darker shades from the Dulux range for your entrance door. Look…

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Alex Jim
Feb 06, 2024 9:19 pm
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michaelyoni64
Feb 01, 2024 6:34 am
stefcep
stefcep
26 January

Ensuite window on facade:is opaque glass mandatory?

Ensuite window on facade:is opaque glass mandatory?

ecoeco. tried to send a PM to you but it just sits in my outbox. Can you PM me?

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stefcep
Jan 26, 2024 1:23 pm
vakman
vakman
16 January

Now It's 0.3mm Gap For Double Glazing. It beats all the rest

Now It's 0.3mm Gap For Double Glazing. It beats all the rest

This is one of the reasons I decided to go overseas for my double glazed windows. As the builder indicated, he's worked on many upmarket builds, these were the most well…

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vakman
Jan 16, 2024 2:55 pm
Mox80
Mox80
15 January

Is this a defect in my window frame?

Is this a defect in my window frame?

Its the flashing and is normal. Some builders cover them up others just leave them handing. You can cover it up with an aluminium bracket or ask the builder.

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Mox80
Jan 15, 2024 12:08 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
12 January

Mirror Tint on a Double Glazed Window

Mirror Tint on a Double Glazed Window

The manufacturer of the double glazed unit may reneg on the warranty, ask your builder first.

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21976
ECOECO
Jan 12, 2024 4:23 pm
ECOECO
Suejan
Suejan
23 December 2023

How to fit mesh fly screen while shutters in place

How to fit mesh fly screen while shutters in place

Hello everyone Please advice me how can I install mesh security window or we cab say mesh flyscreen inside while the pvc plantation shutters are already installed? Is…

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Suejan
Dec 22, 2023 11:28 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
28 November 2023

Heavy windows with bent reveals

Heavy windows with bent reveals

What size are the windows, double or single glazed, can I have a pic of the full windows inside & out? If you can see packers please take a pic.

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ECOECO
Nov 28, 2023 1:03 pm
ECOECO
Ohbee1
Ohbee1
23 November 2023

Blinds under or over Plantation Shutters

Blinds under or over Plantation Shutters

You can put a roller blind behind the shutters. It will be much less noticeable when not in use.

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Ohbee1
Nov 23, 2023 4:37 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
4 November 2023

How to remove the security screen (A&L windows)?

How to remove the security screen (A&L windows)?

You have no photo with your post. Best I can say is to remove an A&L flyscreen don't be afraid to distort the frame almost like a trapezium. It doesn't take a lot of…

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ECOECO
Nov 04, 2023 5:55 pm
ECOECO
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ECOECO
Oct 26, 2023 5:49 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
26 October 2023

Which glass for stacker doors

Which glass for stacker doors

What do you need them to withstand? If it's normal wear and tear, then either will do, if you want resistance to ingress then laminated would be the favourite, but only…

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ECOECO
Oct 26, 2023 12:46 pm
ECOECO
building-expert
building-expert
24 October 2023

Really really bad window installation

Really really bad window installation

do not pay until you are satisfied with workmanship windows require flashing over the head archithrave and up under weatherboards

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building-expert
Oct 24, 2023 12:18 pm
building-expert
Ardo
Ardo
11 October 2023

Stacker door thresholds

Stacker door thresholds

Sure looks like the type of track that I fitted to my house. My supplier said that the underside has a tray which drains to the front. They cut vertical slots in it. So as…

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Ardo
Oct 11, 2023 6:49 pm
obi one
obi one
18 September 2023

Adhesive seals for western red cedar windows

Adhesive seals for western red cedar windows

I’m restoring all my 40yr old windows and I want to install seals around the casements. I’ve sanded back and oiled the frames with sikkens. My plan is to box up inside…

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obi one
Sep 18, 2023 7:33 pm
building-expert
building-expert
10 September 2023

Laundry door placement v split level stairs

Laundry door placement v split level stairs

Move your linen into laundry and access laundry from your present linen space

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building-expert
Sep 10, 2023 8:30 am
building-expert
Jstan
Jstan
15 August 2023

'Smart' lock options for thick entry pivot door

'Smart' lock options for thick entry pivot door

Hi there :) If anyone is interested in getting an electronic lock for door thickness more than 50mm. We got the Schlage Encode which also has an extension kit for door…

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Jstan
Aug 15, 2023 12:31 pm
MCR68
MCR68
12 August 2023

Sliding door -no roller screws

Sliding door -no roller screws

Thank you!!!

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MCR68
Aug 12, 2023 6:35 pm
Hello_world
Hello_world
6 August 2023

Sydney Window and Door Providers

Sydney Window and Door Providers

I have been looking into getting quotes for a reno I am doing shortly. I have been looking at Trend and Wideline for both windows and doors. I did enquire with Vista but…

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Hello_world
Aug 06, 2023 6:04 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
1 August 2023

Double glazed sliding door recomendations? (Melbourne)

Double glazed sliding door recomendations? (Melbourne)

I’m in a similar position except I’m after sliding 3 stacking doors. I am on a second-story apartment of which the balcony would not adequately fit any bi-fold or…

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ECOECO
Aug 01, 2023 4:04 pm
ECOECO
yesplease
yesplease
16 July 2023

Aluminium awning window seal has popped out in one corner

Aluminium awning window seal has popped out in one corner

Thanks mate, this helped a lot. Managed to get it back in.

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yesplease
Jul 16, 2023 5:02 pm
yesplease

I need to replace the worn mohair seal on my sliding window, but I can't get access to the end to slide the old one out & push the new one in. I could probably rip the old…

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Ex-Hasbeen
Jun 21, 2023 3:15 pm
homebuilder12
homebuilder12
15 June 2023

Sliding doors

Sliding doors

We are looking for sliding doors which are 5 metres tall. There are a few European options. Any manufacturers in Australia or distributors?

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homebuilder12
Jun 15, 2023 2:11 am

Thanks Chippy,I do have one that I levered out. I'll try to find a brand name on the windows then do some searching. Here is a photo where you can see how worn they are.

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alan_m
Jun 01, 2023 7:58 pm

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