Renovation + Home Improvement QLD 
Outdoor RoofMore info needed....
as Stewie said, what is the span of the rafters, also, how far between the posts.
Also, what is the pitch? keep in mind that CGI has a minimum pitch… 33amc replied 27 September 2013 ago 33amcSep 27, 2013 8:17 pm Transom windowsI thought you were in QLD, I dont think its heard of down south which is why some of the other posters thought it was bizarre.
Finlaysons have an online catalogue which… 33amc replied 8 July 2013 ago 33amcJul 08, 2013 10:23 am Reno Ideas 1980's Brick?I'd start by plastering the walls, painted brick won't look right and will collect dust and then I'd reassess the ceiling. I think once those walls are lightened up the… excavating near house built to boundaryEngineer says I can as they do it for high rises all the time but costs more. They will need to underpin the other houses foundations.
Builder is just a builder and was… Kitchen Reno please HELP!Try calling Granite Transformations, they have a 6mm stone that will go over existing benchtops without the need to remove anything. ZarliNov 12, 2012 10:38 pm Concrete Slab for New Garage....Help!!!!Thank you so much leighton, any advice is much appreciate especially with a limited budget I have to get it right the first time or its more saving before I can fix it  frost28 replied 5 November 2012 ago Hardiplank v weatherboardthere are a number of hardi products besides the hardiplank, which is one of the cheapest. it is a better solution than baltic pine board. why? the fc fibre cement board… Furniture Shops similar to Coco RepublicHi, we will be moving to Brisbane soon and need to find furniture shops that are not too expensive. We love Coco republic's furniture and i was wondering if anyone can… HT77 started a topic 21 October 2012 ago HT77Oct 20, 2012 11:09 pm Building stairsI have recently raised my house in Brisbane and wondered if anyone can recommend someone who will be able to build the front and rear stairs.
Any help would be gratefully… dingozzz started a topic 30 September 2012 ago Kitchen BenchNes 173 just wanted to let you know, the Astral went on this week and it is absolutely stunning!! Even the guys installing it said they never get sick of seeing it, it is… nev25Sep 24, 2012 11:23 pm Polystyrene Ceiling TilesI'd be more worried about what they cover up and always recommend removing what is on the walls /ceiling back to the timber framing and go from there.
Stewie Garage/Family Room ConversionRae01 , seeing as the original post was in January I think they have either abandoned the idea or converted the garage and moved in by now ! 
Stewie Where to start!!Hi,
We have just purchased a property that we plan on renovating before we move in.
The ceiling and internal walls of the property are asbestos and though we understand… Rae01 started a topic 6 September 2012 ago Rae01Sep 06, 2012 9:10 pm bbboyAug 27, 2012 9:45 pm LailaAug 10, 2012 9:01 pm LailaAug 10, 2012 8:10 pm Building wall on angled floorNot that hard. one way is underpin the current slab and pour a new area that fits with the old and then a normal stud wall. Or build a stud wall with the bottom plate on… Hi all, I've been reading the forum for a little bit now and figured I should post up at some stage. Very helpful site for me so far.
I've got a question regarding a… NardyJul 06, 2012 10:15 pm New FenceI dont think electric fences are permitted in suburbia “Peep-in” wardrobeIf you 'couldnt find your own post' you have a real problem.
Using this site, and posting pictures is simple using IMGUR where you upload your pics there, and provide a… Does this quote sound good ?Hi everyone,
I live in Brisbane an im planning to extend my brick house.
I am going to add 25sqm room to the front of the house , in bricks on a concrete slab. The… House extension- Extra RoomThanks for your reply. The external cladding will be done by the builder but I am not sure if the frame will be on stumps since I don't know much about building.
I did ask… Tender v building contractA tender is basically a written quote to do the job. A builder is a 'tenderer' who is 'tendering' on the project. Usually you would get a number of quotes or 'tenders'… syba replied 21 May 2012 ago sybaMay 21, 2012 10:57 pm Room extension - Bulimba BrisbaneWe just had our first quote come through and were a bit surprised. For a small 17sqm extension, removing the kitchen (on the back wall) and replacing with bifolds and… Massive Home Renovation BrisbaneThanks.
Most of the house is hoop pine. But 8m of it was eaten out by termites a long time ago so I replaced those boards with new hoop pine today. Now it's the task of… Timo86 replied 25 March 2012 ago Timber Stumps Vs Galvanised SteelI'm pretty sure you'll need to speak to an engineer for this. you'll need a permit for that kind of work and the engineer will specify the type of material required. Renovating Post War Brick Veneer Home
an update: we are now going knock down & rebuild. we have concept plans which are being costed as I type!! here's my new build thread. hope to see you over there!!
doczim replied 3 March 2012 ago What are the next steps?thanks roba, a draftsman did our plans for us.. he recommedned we next go to a the certifier said that the structural engineer is IN ADDIITON..
yes the certifier send s…
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