Renovation + Home Improvement AU 
The cupboard will be 60cm deep (in total) with 50cm of desk space depth. I've used the built-in in my daughters room for comparison (actually moved my laptop, monitor,… Extending upthanks Uncle Arfur, i should have said Terracotta.... i knew that as I typed in ceramic that it didn't quite sound right, but i let it go 
You're right, when the times… 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. jodgeMar 21, 2012 10:22 pm Easement on property boundaryThe easement would be a reciprocal one for the common party wall between the two houses.
You can get more info here (look under cross-easements):
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 Hi All,
We're extending a 1930's brick/iron/veranda house. The extension comprises a new kitchen/dining and livening area as well as extra bedrooms etc.
In the living… How to tell if wall is load bearingGreat thanks Mgilla, I am quite sure it is not load bearing as from what I can see in the roof the trusses are all self braced. The only thing they are touching is the… Builder Required for Small RenovationHi All,
As the title states I need a builder to Quote for some insurance work.
I have the unfortunate and had water leaking in my house cause some major damage.
I live… B STAR started a topic 10 April 2012 ago Living through re-stumping!Thanks for the replies
PaulMac we didn't have to go in through the floor luckily. I'll bet that was difficult to endure!
Screen7 wow that is an amazing extension! Bet… 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… garage slab price helpWe've just build a 15x9m steel framed shed. From memory these were our slab costs:
Site works - $1600 (including roadbase and bobcat/mini digger hire
Mesh - $800
Pine for… Good builders in MelbourneHi,
Has anyone had any experience wtih Sherbrooke Design & Constructions, Sheridan Building Services or Streaky Design? It's so hard to find reviews & recommendations for… jodgeApr 22, 2012 5:41 pm Foundations - Who builds them?Pretty much got it all there,
You may be able to get a Chippie who can do the setout and footings as well.
The footing may be as simple as a 200mm trench with a single… mgilla replied 25 April 2012 ago Downlights for a timber ceiling?Hi All,
I have recently built a timber deck in an alfresco area and am planning to clad the ceiling to match.
The ceiling will need downlights… changing an existing house planBrenda-as you seem to be based in Jamaica is there someone locally who can help you with you plan? Conditions here is Australia may be very different to the climate you… DIY renovations or Subcontracting?Your main point seems to be your aversion to physical strain rather than if one is competent to do DIY and the huge savings to be made.
Conversely, nothing looks worse… CarportYeah, I agree with Uncle Arfur, the original engineer designed it , the builder built it according to his drawings so the engineer should be accountable here.
Maybe some… Renovation in North Sydney areaGo to their website and click on the development tab then scroll down to their LEP.
Download the North Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2001 and have a look in there.
They… First Renovation, looking for tips etc..ooow, good luck!
we extended our last house and put in a new master and used the old master as an ensuite one part and a hall with study area the other.
I LOVED doing… kiwi replied 7 May 2012 ago Home reno NewbieHi, very difficult to say as there are lots of variables.
We renovate cheap houses ($200K). We spend under $15K and put in a new kitchen, retile bathroom and put new… Water proof membranes under slabs?There are various chemical treatments that can be applied to the slab surface to act as a moisture barrier and negate the requirement for a plastic membrane, however it is… THOMAMay 16, 2012 6:57 pm 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 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…
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I'm in the inner north of Melbourne. I've had a look around, but I kind of want to go with someone who is referred over just…
