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kitty1982
kitty1982
2 January 2012

Recommendations for a good Brisbane builder

Recommendations for a good Brisbane builder

hi fellow brisbane renovator! we are embarking on a similar project, though we dont have a queenslander, just a 1950s home in Rocklea.. hope you've found a decent builder! :)

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kitty1982
Jan 02, 2012 11:34 pm
kitty1982
memaa
memaa
2 January 2012

Renovating an old queenslander

Renovating an old queenslander

Would love some advice on the cost of lifting and raising an old queenslander, putting in internal stairs and building a bedroom, kitchen and loungeroom downstairs. I…

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memaa
Jan 02, 2012 2:05 pm
Raleighfarm
Raleighfarm
27 November 2011

New forumer, big extension!!

New forumer, big extension!!

Hi Mischa I am on the Atherton tablelands near Cairns. Our frames came as part of a kit but you might want to look into superior steel systems Over this way if you pike…

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Raleighfarm
Nov 27, 2011 6:22 pm
Raleighfarm
greg_123
greg_123
23 November 2011

Cost per sqm for under house renovation with existing slab

Cost per sqm for under house renovation with existing slab

Hi everyone, We recently purchased a queenslander on a sloping block that has already been excavated under (at legal height), with necessary retaining wall, appropriately…

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greg_123
Nov 23, 2011 8:44 pm
verynewtothis
verynewtothis
6 November 2011

Approximate renovation cost?

Approximate renovation cost?

I have a 2 bed, 1 bath (+ sunroom, lounge, kitchen, dining and sleepout) 1930s Queenslander that I will basically need to raise and build under to convert it into a 4…

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verynewtothis
Nov 06, 2011 5:38 pm

Part of our renovation plan is to enclose a covered landing on our 1950 brick house. Presently you walk up the stairs and there is a 2.5m x2.5m covered patio, before you…

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Dion
Nov 05, 2011 12:09 am
BobM
BobM
13 October 2011

How do I start my renovation

How do I start my renovation

hi eyspy, thanks for your response. it is a highset brick house over 30 year old. There are 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1 kitchen, dinning & living upsairs. Downstairs are…

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BobM
Oct 13, 2011 1:46 am
rocketship
rocketship
13 September 2011

Enclosing an outdoor area at the front of the house

Enclosing an outdoor area at the front of the house

Maybe post a photo, might help get a clearer picture of what you currently have. Sorry, I'm no help with cost estimates.

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rocketship
Sep 13, 2011 3:55 pm
Ched
Ched
1 September 2011

Paint colour advice please!

Paint colour advice please!

I have Paperbark Colorbond windows throughout the house, and need advice on an exterior paint colour to use. The walls are rendered with a terracotta tile roof. I am…

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Ched
Sep 01, 2011 4:31 pm
Sunshihan
Sunshihan
29 August 2011

Building in upstairs verandah - comments welcome!

Building in upstairs verandah - comments welcome!

I like your WIR, big area. Do not need to keep it open, you already have enough space for your master room. And If I build that, I may close that door and have open left…

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Sunshihan
Aug 29, 2011 4:55 pm
Darren Stewart
Darren Stewart
15 August 2011

Cornice - putting new conice over old 55mm cove cornice

Cornice - putting new conice over old 55mm cove cornice

Exactly what I was going to say, but it's not that difficult to remove the old 'cleanly' if required. You just have to go along the top and bottom edges with a utility…

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Darren Stewart
Aug 15, 2011 5:56 pm
Jeremyheyes
Jeremyheyes
12 August 2011

Budget Kitchen, Bathroom Reno Tradesmen Recommendations PLZ!

Budget Kitchen, Bathroom Reno Tradesmen Recommendations PLZ!

If you send the pictures of the kitchen then it would be good. Then we can see which should be where.

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Jeremyheyes
Aug 12, 2011 5:15 pm
avaganda
avaganda
11 August 2011

Merbau Patio Railings/Screen

Merbau Patio Railings/Screen

Yes you must especially Merbau. Use a timber wash then hose it down and apply two coats of sealer. All my decking looks a treat but must be bled.

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avaganda
Aug 11, 2011 10:54 pm
Darren Stewart
Darren Stewart
17 July 2011

Help/Question about skirting boards with a pic

Help/Question about skirting boards with a pic

If you change the architrave's and run the sides all the way to the floor, replacing the section in between the new arch's with a flat piece of matching timber ( looks…

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Darren Stewart
Jul 17, 2011 6:10 pm
Pat the draftie
Pat the draftie
14 July 2011

Renovating rumpus room

Renovating rumpus room

Nope, definately a 1984 Subaru Sportswagon. (Plenty of room in the back for carrying…

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Pat the draftie
Jul 14, 2011 10:17 am
Pat the draftie
First_Timer_Ray
First_Timer_Ray
28 June 2011

skillion roofed garage at side of house

skillion roofed garage at side of house

It's a bit hard to tell - could you post a photo?

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First_Timer_Ray
Jun 28, 2011 3:55 pm
First_Timer_Ray
Pippi
Pippi
6 April 2011

Renovation Finance advice.

Renovation Finance advice.

I reckon there's a few things you could do... 1. Do what you can to improve without borrowing. Paint doesn't cost a lot and you can do it yourself. Do a few small things…

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Pippi
Apr 06, 2011 6:48 pm
Pippi
Gibbo
Gibbo
30 March 2011

Levelling before an extension is built?

Levelling before an extension is built?

Thanks for the reply mate, we have come to an arrangement with the builder, we basically told him he was taking the pi$$ and he stepped down. Cheers!

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Gibbo
Mar 30, 2011 11:40 am

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