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ECOECO
Mar 01, 2022 4:07 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
28 November

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 2:03 pm
ECOECO
Ohbee1
Ohbee1
23 November

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 5:37 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
9 November

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

In Australia, acoustic performance is most often not stated. We have acoustically (physically) tested our windows with DGUs and the results have been quite…

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ECOECO
Nov 09, 2023 11:30 am
ECOECO
SimonDIY
SimonDIY
7 November

A&L awning windows with very restricted opening

A&L awning windows with very restricted opening

Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but just wanted to help others who might come across this while Googling (like I did).…

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SimonDIY
Nov 07, 2023 7:25 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
7 November

Ensuite window on facade:is opaque glass mandatory?

Ensuite window on facade:is opaque glass mandatory?

Not unless it comes under the overlooking rule, but being at the front, I doubt you are overlooking anyone's private space. So no.

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1991
ECOECO
Nov 07, 2023 5:56 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
4 November

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 6:55 pm
ECOECO
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ECOECO
Oct 26, 2023 6:49 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
26 October

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 1:46 pm
ECOECO
building-expert
building-expert
24 October

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 1:18 pm
building-expert
matty78
matty78
13 October

Front Door Colour (Dulux equivalent to Caoba)

Front Door Colour (Dulux equivalent to Caoba)

We are at the same stage of door color selection. Our choice of garage door is Caoba too but unable to match it with any color paint for our front entry door. The door…

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matty78
Oct 13, 2023 10:52 pm
Ardo
Ardo
11 October

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 7:49 pm
obi one
obi one
18 September

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 8:33 pm
building-expert
building-expert
10 September

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 9:30 am
building-expert
Jstan
Jstan
15 August

'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 1:31 pm
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MCR68
Aug 12, 2023 7:35 pm
Hello_world
Hello_world
6 August

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 7:04 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
1 August

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 5:04 pm
ECOECO
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yesplease
Jul 16, 2023 6:02 pm
yesplease
homeone
homeone
14 July

Is this a defect in my window frame?

Is this a defect in my window frame?

Apologies to all for hijacking this thread. Ed, can you please email across the files to myself so may investigate. Cheers.

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homeone
Jul 14, 2023 3:05 pm
homeone

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 4:15 pm

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 3:11 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 8:58 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
24 April

Square set uPVC windows - Timber Reveal

Square set uPVC windows - Timber Reveal

Depends... Brick veneer required the window to be attached to the house frame, this is usually achieved by screwing through the timber reveal into the frame. There are…

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ECOECO
Apr 24, 2023 11:15 am
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
27 February

Cost of window frames?

Cost of window frames?

That's a very high price, but I have no idea what your products are.

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ECOECO
Feb 27, 2023 2:09 pm
ECOECO
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
17 February

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
ponzutwo
ponzutwo
16 February

bi-fold flyscreens

bi-fold flyscreens

i cant recall the name of it, but theres also a screen that sits in a seperate track and is retractable - it colapses on itself and is perfect for even corners

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ponzutwo
Feb 16, 2023 8:37 am
Greg0626
Greg0626
12 February

Put flyscreen back on

Put flyscreen back on

Thanks. All good now. I put it back following your instruction. 😀

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Greg0626
Feb 12, 2023 11:22 am

Thanks for the response and suggestion. The other side isn’t fixed. It’s comes out as well (you can see the dirt markings as to how far the window can be pushed…

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homely14
Jan 20, 2023 12:34 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
18 January

Double storey windows (privacy screen or no habitable window

Double storey windows (privacy screen or no habitable window
1, 2

As the rules go, the overlooking provisions cover a radius of 9 metres from the window, so it would be the adjacent neighbour who needs to make the call. If they do, the…

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ECOECO
Jan 18, 2023 12:06 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
17 January

Deceuninck profiles - general thoughts?

Deceuninck profiles - general thoughts?

I'm in Melbourne, yes I experienced those issues. I think your supplier would need to accommodate the expansion all around the frame.

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ECOECO
Jan 17, 2023 11:15 am
ECOECO

Yes, there are many smart locks that can replace it. You just need paint the door that behind the Omni plate

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SmartLockInstallation
Jan 04, 2023 11:33 pm
FF3000
FF3000
29 December 2022

Garage door rules in NSW

Garage door rules in NSW

Hi. I am building a detached garage under a CDC in NSW, and will never need to park my car in there, rather I will use it as storage and working space. Are there any…

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FF3000
Dec 29, 2022 12:25 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
16 December 2022

Sliding Window Frame Leaking into Sill

Sliding Window Frame Leaking into Sill

If you pour water in the sill does it come inside?

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ECOECO
Dec 16, 2022 11:08 am
ECOECO
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
ECOECO
ECOECO
28 November 2022

Window Price Lists

Window Price Lists

If you want a quote, just ask... no obligation.

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ECOECO
Nov 28, 2022 2:30 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
ECOECO
28 November 2022

Flashing windows

Flashing windows

I assume your windows don't have reveals? If the sarking still has the window & door opening covered, you can cut the openings leaving flaps to seal it against the…

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ECOECO
Nov 28, 2022 11:20 am
ECOECO
as5540088
as5540088
22 November 2022

gaps in rubber window seals

gaps in rubber window seals

Thanks so much.

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as5540088
Nov 22, 2022 10:53 am
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

Alexp79, Thank you for the interest. The European pivot hardware, particularly the German and Italian gear, is very expensive. The pivot hardware I'm talking about is…

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Pivotal Howard
Nov 01, 2022 3:39 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
31 October 2022

Exterior window frame gaos

Exterior window frame gaos

Well they should not, this is your cause of your leaks. If you are not familiar with what you are looking at, find someone who is because this is not an easy fix.

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ECOECO
Oct 31, 2022 11:08 am
ECOECO
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ECOECO
Oct 11, 2022 3:24 pm
ECOECO
711Design
711Design
9 September 2022

Should windows be labelled on delivery

Should windows be labelled on delivery

Hi arcadelt Do you know about the lighter test? You can use this to work out where the low-e coating is. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EU8SamYUZ28

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711Design
Sep 09, 2022 12:17 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
31 August 2022

Double Glazed vs Laminated Double Glazed vs Triple Glazed

Double Glazed vs Laminated Double Glazed vs Triple Glazed

Yes, you are right. And it would have betetr sound attenuation than 6.36 laminated.

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ECOECO
Aug 31, 2022 2:41 pm
ECOECO
vgolfoz
vgolfoz
1 August 2022

Roller Door motor stopped working

Roller Door motor stopped working

Our roller door motor, which is about 20 years old, has thrown a final hissy fit. It's an external boundary fence unit so is quite exposed. The motor part and the roller…

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vgolfoz
Aug 01, 2022 2:22 pm
Teacher112
Teacher112
28 July 2022

Victorian Ash vs Meranti?

Victorian Ash vs Meranti?

Looking at doors and windows for an extension. Is it worth getting Victorian Ash over Meranti? The doors and windows will be North facing, which holds paint better over…

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Teacher112
Jul 28, 2022 8:47 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
26 July 2022

New build gap between window and brick

New build gap between window and brick

The gap between the window and the brick is most likely due to the window being too small for the opening. The window should be a tight fit in the opening and the gap…

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ECOECO
Jul 26, 2022 6:04 pm
ECOECO
Stickle
Stickle
8 July 2022

Thermal insulation and Sound dampening - Acrylic vs laminate

Thermal insulation and Sound dampening - Acrylic vs laminate

Hi All, We are looking to install windows that will help with cutting out noise and provide thermal insulation. I am currently yet to get quotes on replacing windows, but…

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Stickle
Jul 08, 2022 10:07 pm
lukey
lukey
12 June 2022

Sliding door sticks out 20ml from wall - new build

Sliding door sticks out 20ml from wall - new build

That what we thought but the window has been recessed on the inside the same distance as it protrude on the outside. In other words the door frame is the same width as…

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lukey
Jun 12, 2022 12:27 pm
Justin13w
Justin13w
25 May 2022

Installing Axon window trim around old timber windows

Installing Axon window trim around old timber windows

Bumping to see if anybody here has had any history in installing trim around old windows?

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Justin13w
May 26, 2022 12:54 am

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