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doczim
doczim
9 September 2012

Can you put security screens on stacker doors?

Can you put security screens on stacker doors?

I am in Brisbane. I've had quotes from Marlin Security, Davcon and Alcom Security. While we havent installed yet, we will be going with either of the first two. From my…

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doczim
Sep 09, 2012 9:04 pm
Smarty pants
Smarty pants
8 September 2012

Trilock Omni Upgrade

Trilock Omni Upgrade

Our double door upgrade to fiberglass triple glazing to meet our coastal requirements was $1300, trilock omni handle and dummy set $700 including fitting by builder. They…

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Smarty pants
Sep 08, 2012 10:10 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
17 August 2012

window sizes and strengths?

window sizes and strengths?

Hi thanks for your reply. They dont have to be opening windows as I have a sliding door right at the end of the bench. I just want 2 long windows…

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ECOECO
Aug 17, 2012 2:35 pm
ECOECO
AubinGroveFan
AubinGroveFan
4 August 2012

Door handling

Door handling

Hopefully this is simple. If you are looking at a door on a plan picture yourself standing on the side of the door where the door opens away…

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AubinGroveFan
Aug 04, 2012 10:27 pm
russco32
russco32
3 August 2012

Roller Shutter blows fuse

Roller Shutter blows fuse

The shutters have been working fine for 12-14years. I found the cause. I removed the cover and found one of the slats had worked to one side and must have occasionally…

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russco32
Aug 03, 2012 4:36 pm
Charnley
Charnley
27 July 2012

Interior Doors

Interior Doors

Thanks guys good to know that both brands are a good choice now I just need to make a decision on style. Thanks for the pics Anon, your house looks fantastic - love your…

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Charnley
Jul 27, 2012 10:23 pm
Charnley
ECOECO
ECOECO
15 July 2012

Windows opening direction

Windows opening direction

Yes, you are right, that is cross flow ventilation. I would choose the longest route for air through a room. Ed

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ECOECO
Jul 15, 2012 11:33 pm
ECOECO
Starter82
Starter82
3 July 2012

Window Tinting Pricing and installation

Window Tinting Pricing and installation

Hi All, I have recently had some hardwood floors laid and I am looking to ensure they don't cook in the Perth afternoon sun. Direct sunlight hits the floors for about one…

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Starter82
Jul 03, 2012 11:05 pm
kexkez
kexkez
24 June 2012

Sliding Door for Master Bed Room

Sliding Door for Master Bed Room

Slider bolts like Ed suggested are easy for a homeowner to put in themselves after hand over. We put some in on our 2 large sliders at our last house. They could be…

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kexkez
Jun 24, 2012 9:11 am
kexkez

Interesting ... I was interested to see what the answer was, and found this over in the Interior Decorating Lounge, posted August 2009 when someone asked a similar…

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Forg
Jun 12, 2012 9:08 pm
Treeseachanger
Treeseachanger
23 May 2012

French Doors

French Doors

Hi, I presume the doors you want are standard sizes? We got our french doors (1 sliding, 2 opening) from Doors Plus when they had a mid year sale. I'm sure there will be…

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Treeseachanger
May 23, 2012 11:42 am
reno pair
reno pair
21 May 2012

French Doors

French Doors

Hi all We are looking to install 2 sets of french doors in our townhouse. The first will be to replace existing 70's aluminium sliding doors on to our courtyard. The…

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reno pair
May 21, 2012 10:31 am
builderforlife
builderforlife
16 May 2012

Need a Chippy in Perth and door hinge recommendations

Need a Chippy in Perth and door hinge recommendations

I would use a non mortice hinge which has two leaves that fit inside one another. No need to weld to the steel frame.

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builderforlife
May 16, 2012 6:07 pm
builderforlife
grom40
grom40
10 May 2012

Door Handles/Furniture

Door Handles/Furniture

I've got Gainsborough in my house (offered as standard through a volume builder) and certainly don't have any complaints. But then I know Lockwood to be a reputable brand…

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grom40
May 10, 2012 11:49 am
grom40
AussieMark
AussieMark
9 May 2012

Perth - colour of DG windows

Perth - colour of DG windows

For UPVC I think it is only white as the colour treatment cannot handle the hot sun of WA. If it is in Alu with thermal break it can be anodised any colour. Check out…

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AussieMark
May 09, 2012 10:22 pm
Treeseachanger
Treeseachanger
10 March 2012

re millwork window mouldings or similar

re millwork window mouldings or similar

Hi, has anyone ever used any kind of window mouldings to enhance the exterior framework of boring sliding aluminium windows? I can't afford wood windows, but want a chunky…

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Treeseachanger
Mar 10, 2012 10:34 am
Charnley
Charnley
26 February 2012

Stacker Door and Flush Tracks

Stacker Door and Flush Tracks
1, 2

Thanks for pics PHL. They are great, just what I was looking for. Also thanks for your advice ED regarding the drainage. The stacker will definately be under cover. :)

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Charnley
Feb 26, 2012 10:44 pm
Charnley
zeitgeber
zeitgeber
5 February 2012

See through, criminal safe "security" screens

See through, criminal safe "security" screens

If I'm a criminal, why go through all the 2 minute effort of breaking through a steel mesh, when it only takes 0.5 seconds to smash a glass window with a primitive flower…

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zeitgeber
Feb 05, 2012 11:56 am
zeitgeber
Trish
Trish
28 November 2011

Old Leadlight Wiindows

Old Leadlight Wiindows

Thanks all for your help. Hubby can actually do leadlight, he has made front doors etc in the past, however we are looking at all options as i…

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Trish
Nov 27, 2011 11:54 pm
Trish
Casa2
Casa2
27 November 2011

Warped External Door advice

Warped External Door advice

My garage door is white and has warped. I don't the colour is a contributing factor. In my case the garage door is unprotected, so it was always going to be a problem. All…

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Casa2
Nov 27, 2011 11:27 am
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AussieMark
Nov 11, 2011 4:45 pm
Zarli
Zarli
26 October 2011

Help me find a solution

Help me find a solution

Thanks for your help everyone - we ended up going for tinting as it seemed like the best option - it's fairly dark and may take a bit getting used to ! got a better price…

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Zarli
Oct 26, 2011 6:52 pm
Zarli
CA3105
CA3105
17 September 2011

Cost for cassette window?

Cost for cassette window?

Congrats on your soon-to-be new purchase! :) I'm assuming by cassette window you are referring to a highlite window? It will depend on whether you're increasing or…

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CA3105
Sep 17, 2011 12:10 am
becost
becost
13 September 2011

Steel frame windows

Steel frame windows

Hi All, This is my inaugural post! These building forums are great - I'm learning a lot just reading through previous posts. I'm in the planning stages of my home…

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becost
Sep 13, 2011 3:35 pm
Trewman
Trewman
9 September 2011

mirror or vinyl sliders

mirror or vinyl sliders
1, 2

We went vinyl sliding mirrors would be a pain to clean all the time

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Trewman
Sep 09, 2011 4:48 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
6 September 2011

I know double glazing is 'gold standard' but....

I know double glazing is 'gold standard' but....

Hi Ed you seem to be missing something Looking at my original calculations 1. For the original 10m of windows the heat loss is…

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ECOECO
Sep 06, 2011 8:25 pm
ECOECO
CoolHandLukes
CoolHandLukes
29 August 2011

Comfort Plus Windows in Western Australia

Comfort Plus Windows in Western Australia

Hi MumofaPrem. I totally agree with Ed. I have been window cleaning for 12 yrs now and have seen the Etec, Comfort plus glazing in many homes. It is one of the hardest…

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CoolHandLukes
Aug 29, 2011 9:37 pm
DragonzBreath
DragonzBreath
16 August 2011

Is this a tradey's answer to a stuff up?

Is this a tradey's answer to a stuff up?

With some key words from the above post and a quick google search... I have more…

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DragonzBreath
Aug 16, 2011 11:28 pm
windowexpert
windowexpert
1 August 2011

Security - double glazing versus old windows?

Security - double glazing versus old windows?

We use 8.38 laminated glass on the outer pane where security is an issue. Also we add more locking points. Also we use inside glazing beads only. Not sure whether the…

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windowexpert
Aug 01, 2011 6:35 pm
cmooring
cmooring
27 July 2011

Is there a trick to installing flyscreens in these windows?

Is there a trick to installing flyscreens in these windows?

Installing from the inside, while wedging it in at the top on a 45 degree angle, and then just slotting the bottom part of the screen in worked a treat. Thanks for the…

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cmooring
Jul 27, 2011 11:48 pm
cmooring
scratchy
scratchy
19 July 2011

How to fix frame gap?

How to fix frame gap?

to wrap this up - my early assumption turned out to be wrong. when i found where my spirit level was hiding, it turned out the vertical was vertical, but the floor sloped…

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scratchy
Jul 19, 2011 12:39 pm
Aesthetic Blinds
Aesthetic Blinds
13 July 2011

Ventex Fabric Venetians

Ventex Fabric Venetians

I have experience in these blinds - they collect dust and they don't block out light. So don't use them for a child's bedroom. If you need to air and light control, Timber…

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Aesthetic Blinds
Jul 13, 2011 1:00 pm
kexkez
kexkez
23 May 2011

Redishades at Bunnings Bunbury WA

Redishades at Bunnings Bunbury WA

Bargain. These make such great temp shades.

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kexkez
May 23, 2011 9:55 pm
kexkez
bindi
bindi
15 April 2011

Double glazed windows in WA.

Double glazed windows in WA.

Gidday there all! We are building in WA. We are putting in double glazed windows to our home. Just wandering if anyone can help on a few questions on double glazed…

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bindi
Apr 15, 2011 11:21 am
chrisandkate
chrisandkate
28 March 2011

Sliding Fly screen - DIY?

Sliding Fly screen - DIY?

You can buy kits for windows. For doors I suggest ebay for the correct size door(and potentially color, but they can be painted easily too) then just get the mesh you…

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chrisandkate
Mar 28, 2011 1:43 pm
Gone Ducky
Gone Ducky
26 March 2011

Solid front doors - where do I get them?

Solid front doors - where do I get them?

Thanks for the ideas! And for replying. I'm in Perth so don't think I could contact George! Now to find a big piece of wood...

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Gone Ducky
Mar 26, 2011 12:02 am
take2
take2
24 February 2011

panel verticals

panel verticals

I had them on a sliding glass door in the family room in our previous home, they looked great and very functional we got block out panels due to the tv. They just drew…

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take2
Feb 24, 2011 5:50 pm
take2
chippy
chippy
17 February 2011

Perth - 30yr old al windows/doors renovate?

Perth - 30yr old al windows/doors renovate?

Nice area. :D If they are aftermarket then they can be removed. They may have been fixed with the anti tamper screws so removal could be more difficult. They should be…

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chippy
Feb 17, 2011 4:43 pm
chippy
pattycake4
pattycake4
14 February 2011

Adding doors to my theatre

Adding doors to my theatre

There is a display house at wallara waters with Accoustic Curtains,made me feel like I was in a movie theatre.Very nice

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pattycake4
Feb 14, 2011 7:48 pm
darrell81
darrell81
8 February 2011

Perceptions "The 2-Storey Builder" - Benchtop issues

Perceptions "The 2-Storey Builder" - Benchtop issues

on my old place i fixed 12mm hardwood edging strip to the bench top edges.looked real good and easy to do.

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darrell81
Feb 08, 2011 9:13 pm
miss_petepie
miss_petepie
2 February 2011

issues with ants coming through the gaps!

issues with ants coming through the gaps!

will post pics tonight :) was thinking of one of those barrier sprays might be worth it. there is a small window box that was 4 plants but they just seem to be coming up…

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miss_petepie
Feb 02, 2011 2:18 pm
miss_petepie
Lornad
Lornad
26 January 2011

WINDOWS -Has anyone used Enviro Vision?

WINDOWS -Has anyone used Enviro Vision?

Hi, has anyone used this company for their windows & doors. Thinking of using them but wanted to hear any comments which might be useful. Thanks

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Lornad
Jan 26, 2011 7:39 pm
allforjj
allforjj
24 January 2011

Laundry doors slider or solid

Laundry doors slider or solid
1, 2

I have sliding doors leading out from my laundry, didn't really think about it much when we were building, just accepted the builder's standard. I have a problem now with…

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allforjj
Jan 24, 2011 7:09 am
just Erin
just Erin
14 January 2011

For all those with Double Rollers - Please answer

For all those with Double Rollers - Please answer

Tried posting earlier, but lost the internet grrrrr. I think the blinds for our doors cost around $600, or a little over. They were from a Melbourne based company Into Blinds

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just Erin
Jan 14, 2011 12:23 pm
just Erin
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ECOECO
Dec 30, 2010 11:48 am
ECOECO
kyton
kyton
28 December 2010

Plantation Shutters - stacker or bifold? Pics please...

Plantation Shutters - stacker or bifold? Pics please...

Custom with wide range of fabrics, colours and designs for all type of rooms. AWC offers online…

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kyton
Dec 28, 2010 9:26 pm
kyton
waylow
waylow
25 December 2010

Trimming an aluminium sliding door frame

Trimming an aluminium sliding door frame

Another way is to lift the door by adjusting the rollers. Screw in to lift, screw out to drop.

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waylow
Dec 25, 2010 5:59 pm
Pink Tulips
Pink Tulips
21 December 2010

Consistent colour scheme - Help!

Consistent colour scheme - Help!

Thanks so much everyone for your responses! Much appreciated.

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Pink Tulips
Dec 21, 2010 4:25 pm
Kevin Brown
Kevin Brown
20 November 2010

Issues with sliding robe doors - large gaps

Issues with sliding robe doors - large gaps

On a two door robe, you can adjust either door to line up with one end only. An ideal fit on a two door robe would be for either door to sit correctly at both ends. If…

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Kevin Brown
Nov 20, 2010 8:00 am
Kevin Brown
axio99
axio99
15 November 2010

Question on passageway

Question on passageway

Hey Chippy, thanks, that's what I thought. Based on the costing given to me by the builder, it is hard to see if there are charges, they sort of lump a few items together…

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axio99
Nov 15, 2010 12:54 pm

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