Renovation + Home Improvement AU 
Cost to lay concreteHow much higher do you want the floor to be. I'm pretty sure the minimum is around 50mm for concrete and it will likely have cracking issues if not properly specified and… Tatami Flooring Platform renovationI think "finella" has already listed all major suppliers in Australia...
One thing to look out for is the actually quality and thickness of the Tatami mats, so compare… $100,000 Home Extension? Possible?Well the plan was to put in a third bedroom/office in the place of the current kitchen, and a second bathroom in the place of the current dining area. Both the existing… Extension - what is the initial process??can i please ask, where does a certifier come into the process?
We've been told to get our plans "certified" - is the council approval the same as "Certification"?… 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… Renovation Living/Kitchen/Dining DesignYea pretty wrapped with how it all turned out. definately a completely different transformation from what it was originally. Yes the artwork was a custom sprayed aeresol… Reno with no major structural changesIf your house is small as you mentioned then one would presume that the garage would also be small in one way or other. therefore being too narrow and/or ceiling level too… Possible floorplan feedbackGreat pics ... what the hell was that stuff on the walls??? The gyprock looks so much nicer than fake bricks! Looks like you had a lot of fun but what a mess! Can't… Mclaren replied 23 February 2012 ago Newbie RenovationThanks for the response. My council is Randwick, no idea how easy they are to deal with. I'm hoping to give them a call soon. Anyone with experience to share dealing with… xya replied 28 February 2012 ago rewiring framed houseIf you can pull the cladding off to run between the roof sheets and plaster, you might be able to get down the wall the same way and you will be set!
If you have asbestos… 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 Material costs of a wall and a door.70x35 mgp10 Pine. 2@ 4.8 8@ 2.4
10mm Plasterboard 4 / 1200x2400
Cornice 2 @ 3.6
1 x Door @ desired size
92mm Jamb set
2 x 5.4 Architraves
2 x 5.4 Skirting
Take the list… mgilla replied 12 March 2012 ago granny flat extension PerthI should also point out that we are not too particular about what building materials we use just so long as it is reasonable quality and doesn't feel like a demountable Roof Tiles - Do you have the same problem?I've seen before and only being 3 years you should be able to get them recoated. From my experience the gaurantee on the recoat holds a longer warranty then the glaze on the tile. mgilla replied 16 March 2012 ago 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 11:22 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 6:41 pm
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