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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 2:14 pm
ECOECO
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
17 February 2023

Window coverings-want the view, but not glaring sun

Window coverings-want the view, but not glaring sun

The problem with images these days you have to check to see if they are FAKE What part of WA are you from? (humour)

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StructuralBIMGuy
Feb 17, 2023 12:39 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
gr8m8k8
gr8m8k8
6 December 2022

Removal of Jason Sliding Door Bolt Lock

Removal of Jason Sliding Door Bolt Lock

This video shows how to replace the snibs which can be purchased directly from Jason Windows spare parts shop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtOqsnGuJG8 If they are…

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gr8m8k8
Dec 06, 2022 6:21 pm
chippy
chippy
2 November 2022

Replacing internal door with external door

Replacing internal door with external door

Depends what sort of frame it is. The majority of metal frames will fit a 40mm door. If it's a timber frame then it may not fit. It's easy enough to measure the door rebate.

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chippy
Nov 02, 2022 8:09 pm
chippy
Sjb5856
Sjb5856
24 April 2022

1900's front door paint stripping - Perth

1900's front door paint stripping - Perth

I also read/watched on line another product called Peel Away 1. Looked effective but also seems pretty expensive too. Any thoughts on that product but if Stewie’s…

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Sjb5856
Apr 24, 2022 8:39 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
31 March 2021

Sliding Flyscreen Door Options

Sliding Flyscreen Door Options

You want stainless steel mesh instead of fibre glass in a flyscreen door - not a barrier door or a security door. - that's the cheap option.

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ECOECO
Mar 31, 2021 4:54 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
19 January 2021

Best Soundproof Entry Door with glass panels (Perth)?

Best Soundproof Entry Door with glass panels (Perth)?

Easy solution, replace the door with a double glazed one.

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ECOECO
Jan 19, 2021 3:01 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
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
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
ursinus
ursinus
31 July 2019

Viridian glass window makers Perth recommendation

Viridian glass window makers Perth recommendation

Hi all, we are checking into costs of efficiently made windows for proper insulation using Viridian glass for our home extension / studio plan. Anyone has recommendation…

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ursinus
Jul 31, 2019 4:41 pm
jaymak
jaymak
1 June 2019

Bifold doors in Perth - Harvest Doors?

Bifold doors in Perth - Harvest Doors?

Hi Karen, may I ask how much you got quoted from those places? We're hoping through the same exercise now, thanks!

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jaymak
Jun 01, 2019 2:40 am
jaymak
ECOECO
ECOECO
6 May 2019

Tinting ComfortHush - a 6.5mm laminated glass

Tinting ComfortHush - a 6.5mm laminated glass

The tint is all that's needed, but best to check with the manufacturer for warranty issues or you could ask these guys for advice, they're my locals, but they've helped me…

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ECOECO
May 06, 2019 2:04 pm
ECOECO
karen_0404
karen_0404
4 March 2019

Front door replacement - Perth (sorry long post)

Front door replacement - Perth (sorry long post)

I went all out and got a door with 3 vertical glass panels, because our entrance hallway was quite dark. The new door literally made a day and night…

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karen_0404
Mar 04, 2019 4:25 pm
VincentL
VincentL
1 February 2018

URGENT - AFFINITY WINDOWS. BLACK OR ANODIC DARK GREY

URGENT - AFFINITY WINDOWS. BLACK OR ANODIC DARK GREY

Anyone with pictures of their Affinity black or anodic dark grey windows to share? Just wanna see how they actually look like in real life. Our prestart samples were so…

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VincentL
Feb 01, 2018 5:51 am
vegemite1
vegemite1
18 January 2018

Carinya doors and windows vs Jasons windows in Perth

Carinya doors and windows vs Jasons windows in Perth

Whilst the above it partially correct, Carinya Windows and doors are a superior product then compared to Jason's as they have been taken from a commercial market design…

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vegemite1
Jan 18, 2018 12:35 pm
Berek
Berek
13 April 2017

Water coming in wet area window vents - help!!!

Water coming in wet area window vents - help!!!

I remember my parents 60's house used to have windows with mesh strips across the top. They had little metal awnings just covering the mesh part of the window. Wouldn't be…

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Berek
Apr 13, 2017 9:52 pm
SilentBoB
SilentBoB
29 March 2017

Fibreglass vs Solidor

Fibreglass vs Solidor

Hi, Was just wondering if people had any feedback on fibreglass doors. Builder wants us to sign off on a variation to change our external access door on the garage from a…

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955
SilentBoB
Mar 29, 2017 12:29 pm
SilentBoB
liman
liman
29 September 2016

Door installer

Door installer

you have to find good installer and also fix a door suitable to your theater room entry according to meaurement

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liman
Sep 29, 2016 2:55 pm
Liney
Liney
15 August 2016

Sliding door for ensuite

Sliding door for ensuite

Can someone in Perth please recommend a company that does sliding doors as we require one to separate the bedroom from the ensuite. Wanting a solid door to block noise and…

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Liney
Aug 15, 2016 1:10 pm
Liney
Liney
Liney
15 August 2016

Sliding door manufacturer in WA

Sliding door manufacturer in WA

Of course you choose a great idea for covering your door with slide, it will give a better look without spent lots of space.

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Liney
Aug 15, 2016 12:59 pm
Liney
ECOECO
ECOECO
25 July 2016

Rebated track for sliding doors

Rebated track for sliding doors

Yes, you can do that, depending on relative height inside and out and whether there is space for the drainage outside. You will need to order a door with extra height so…

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ECOECO
Jul 25, 2016 3:58 pm
ECOECO
Stewie D
Stewie D
27 June 2016

Large gap between window and brick veneer. Normal?

Large gap between window and brick veneer. Normal?

To me it looks like the window was fitted after the brickwork was done and they haven't fitted any storm moulds. These are strips of either aluminium or timber that are…

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Stewie D
Jun 27, 2016 9:51 am
TomCat
TomCat
28 April 2016

Which window frame colour?

Which window frame colour?
1, 2

Most definitely! Night Sky = black :D

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TomCat
Apr 28, 2016 11:33 pm
TomCat
fredbdaniel
fredbdaniel
3 March 2016

Internal doors - Supply and install recommendations

Internal doors - Supply and install recommendations

Before installing the doors at home , it will always helpful to have some information about what type of door you need to install and what is its security level of…

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fredbdaniel
Mar 03, 2016 12:15 am
homecleaningMelb
homecleaningMelb
2 March 2016

Cheap blinds in Perth

Cheap blinds in Perth

there are lots of suppliers they have own source own prices you can to your local will be best

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homecleaningMelb
Mar 02, 2016 5:05 pm
homecleaningMelb
Stewie D
Stewie D
7 February 2016

Question about Aluminium hinged doors

Question about Aluminium hinged doors

To do that then they would have had to take the frame apart and reassemble it. I don't think they would have needed any new frame parts either. Probably no more than an…

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Stewie D
Feb 07, 2016 10:04 am
Cassie81
Cassie81
18 December 2015

Type of strike plate?

Type of strike plate?

I can do some measurements and take some photos when I am home on the weekend... I'm in Western Australia, all the homes here are brick and metal frames are standard,…

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Cassie81
Dec 18, 2015 7:35 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
5 December 2015

Double glazing hardware - advice

Double glazing hardware - advice

Good advice Bramah. Stewie

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Stewie D
Dec 05, 2015 12:04 pm
Sergey
Sergey
23 November 2015

Window to be bricked up - dont want it anymore. Who to call?

Window to be bricked up - dont want it anymore. Who to call?

Hi guys Don't really know who should I call to remove 2 windows and replace the cavity with bricks and patch up the plaster? The house is double brick. Do I need to change…

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Sergey
Nov 23, 2015 6:20 pm
Decka
Decka
12 November 2015

hush glass vs double glazing

hush glass vs double glazing

Hi, using thicker glass can provide some insulation. Double glazing offers the best shield against…

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Decka
Nov 12, 2015 6:43 pm
Decka
NickM
NickM
7 November 2015

New build, I sit possible to supply own windows?

New build, I sit possible to supply own windows?

Hi Suzi, There are likely experts on here that will be able to provide you more detailed guidance but I reply as I am going through this exact issue right now on my new…

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NickM
Nov 07, 2015 7:34 am
WildwoodHome
WildwoodHome
5 November 2015

Garage door issues.

Garage door issues.

Hi guys, our 1 year old home has a centurion garage door, and since new i have been complaining it seems to be struggling, and manual mode is very difficult to open. They…

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WildwoodHome
Nov 05, 2015 11:04 pm
reysmith
reysmith
30 October 2015

Old house changing windows

Old house changing windows

I have a 1937 Tudor that I purchased last year. I had no concept how bad the windows were (single glass, casement, glass) until my first winter year. To remain heated,…

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reysmith
Oct 30, 2015 12:41 am
Beazley77
Beazley77
30 September 2015

1200 Door on hinges

1200 Door on hinges

We have a builder installed 1200 door and it's on five hinges and swings fine.

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Beazley77
Sep 30, 2015 10:54 am
Beazley77
E563
E563
21 September 2015

Ventura Homes and Affinity Windows ? opinions pls.

Ventura Homes and Affinity Windows ? opinions pls.

I'm building with Ventura as well. My last house was built with Impressions and also used Affinity. I lived in my last house for over 3 years without any issues with…

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E563
Sep 21, 2015 10:41 am
mike100jobstodo
mike100jobstodo
7 September 2015

Dark colours cause external doors to warp?

Dark colours cause external doors to warp?

Dark coloured doors will absorb UV rays from the sun. When the heat builds up, the door could become distorted. For example, if it’s a wooden door, it may crack and the…

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mike100jobstodo
Sep 07, 2015 11:03 am
mike100jobstodo
mike100jobstodo
27 August 2015

Filling an internal window

Filling an internal window

You should bolster your structure with some metal shafts. At that point interface your new block divider to the old block divider. At that point render or mortar the divider.

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mike100jobstodo
Aug 27, 2015 10:28 am
abbeybox
abbeybox
13 August 2015

Quality window treatments - From overseas?

Quality window treatments - From overseas?

We are still looking and wont need anything for about 5 months but we would still buy early if there was a bulk buy opportunity.

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abbeybox
Aug 13, 2015 10:26 am
SaberX
SaberX
10 August 2015

Timber blinds supplier in Perth

Timber blinds supplier in Perth

Naomi I'll check out your website later this week... Yeah, I'm also keen to see venetians - pvc/aluminium (whatever that plasticy like metal you usually see in displays…

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SaberX
Aug 10, 2015 2:48 am
icywater
icywater
2 August 2015

Perth - AMT Blinds

Perth - AMT Blinds

I had double roller blinds and sheers all through out the house, they were fantastic, went beyond my expectations and I'm very pleased with them.…

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icywater
Aug 02, 2015 8:47 pm
icywater
ECOECO
ECOECO
27 July 2015

Jason Windows vs Dowell brand?

Jason Windows vs Dowell brand?

Dowell is not a subsidiary of Boral, it was bought by G James about a year ago. I am ashamed to say, :wink: I had Dowell doors for 20 years with no…

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ECOECO
Jul 27, 2015 10:13 am
ECOECO
windowbrother
windowbrother
7 July 2015

Double Hung Windows

Double Hung Windows

they lain you, compared with sliding window, awning window more expensive 10-15%, just because the awning window has to be added another set hardware.

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windowbrother
Jul 08, 2015 12:02 am
windowbrother
windowbrother
7 July 2015

which type of glass for UPVC windows in Perth

which type of glass for UPVC windows in Perth

I would like to recommend double low-e insulation 5+12+5 glass.

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windowbrother
Jul 07, 2015 7:46 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
16 May 2015

What type of glass do you have for winter sun?

What type of glass do you have for winter sun?

I have to agree. Work out your orientation to suit minimal summer sun and maximise the winter sun but equally work out your shading devices for this aspect. There are a…

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Stewie D
May 16, 2015 10:11 am
goldy-9
goldy-9
14 May 2015

painted or stained glass doors separating kitchen from larde

painted or stained glass doors separating kitchen from larde

hi guys up to putting in the glass sliding doors between kitchen and larder. Was getting them stained, then painted "designer white". But have seen on here tonigt a…

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goldy-9
May 14, 2015 1:52 am
goldy-9
cheapblinds
cheapblinds
8 May 2015

Window tinting or roller shutters?

Window tinting or roller shutters?

Since I am a business. In my work I have to visit many houses. In most of the new houses I have seen people tinting their windows rather than putting roller blinds.

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cheapblinds
May 08, 2015 3:57 pm
cheapblinds
oneJohn
oneJohn
5 May 2015

Highlight windows or 28c sliding doors?

Highlight windows or 28c sliding doors?

2100mm tall sliders don't necessarily look odd with 2700mm ceilings. Do all your windows and internal doors go up to 2400mm?? Alternatively, the highlight windows seem to…

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oneJohn
May 05, 2015 8:40 pm
oneJohn
Hootie
Hootie
16 March 2015

Retrofit louvre window to normal window

Retrofit louvre window to normal window

Thanks Ed, I will check with them. Cheers

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Hootie
Mar 16, 2015 11:44 pm
Hootie
Skull
Skull
27 February 2015

Vertical Blinds

Vertical Blinds

I always love fresh air especially in autumn so i end up having sliding windows because I can let the air get inside the house by simply sliding the window panel. So I…

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855
Skull
Feb 27, 2015 12:24 am

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