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GTales
GTales
18 February 2022

Bathroom subfloor removal

Bathroom subfloor removal

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GTales
Feb 18, 2022 5:40 pm
ToonarmY
ToonarmY
16 February 2022

Vinyl Plank Flooring Questions Answered

Vinyl Plank Flooring Questions Answered
1, 2, 3, 4

Hi Gary, If you still read over this forum I would appreciate any ideas you have to help with the below. We are in the process of having our…

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ToonarmY
Feb 16, 2022 7:24 pm
Rainbo
Rainbo
12 February 2022

Engineered timber floorboards still off-gassing after 3 yrs

Engineered timber floorboards still off-gassing after 3 yrs

Hi, We installed engineered oak timber floorboards…

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Rainbo
Feb 12, 2022 4:46 pm
TacoMan
TacoMan
8 February 2022

Hybrid Flooring - Aspire Tumbleweed

Hybrid Flooring - Aspire Tumbleweed

Just about to start our new build and we are looking at using hybrid flooring with the aspire “tumbleweed” boards. Has anyone used these in their builds? If so what…

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TacoMan
Feb 08, 2022 3:40 pm
TacoMan
garfield
garfield
24 January 2022

floor covering bedroom

floor covering bedroom

Hi all, We are repainting our house, doing a…

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garfield
Jan 24, 2022 8:41 pm
MCDAT
MCDAT
18 January 2022

Bathroom Tiles

Bathroom Tiles

That tile is actually the floor tile. The smaller square one is the same tile only in semi-gloss. My plan was to do a feature wall - bath / window wall in the semi-gloss…

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MCDAT
Jan 18, 2022 3:11 pm
Houselog
Houselog
12 January 2022

Thoughts on engineered timber floors from Grand Oak flooring

Thoughts on engineered timber floors from Grand Oak flooring

Hi guys, Planning my new build and I want to use engineered timber. Would like to know if anyone has experience with Grand Oak flooring? Have heard they can scratch…

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Houselog
Jan 12, 2022 10:22 pm
newbuild14
newbuild14
17 December 2021

Epoxy flooring for main living

Epoxy flooring for main living

After epoxy flooring reviews for the main Living areas of a house and any feedback on how it looks and lasts and any photos they can share? We like the idea of the stone…

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newbuild14
Dec 17, 2021 9:28 am
arcadelt
arcadelt
26 November 2021

Wet floor

Wet floor

If the floor is sealed, it shouldn’t be an issue for the floor itself, but perhaps a slip hazard for the occupants…so be careful.

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arcadelt
Nov 26, 2021 3:04 pm
lgarner1
lgarner1
22 November 2021

Foam underlay vs. rubber [Dunlop vsBridgestone ]

Foam underlay vs. rubber [Dunlop vsBridgestone ]

I really wish I'd read this 8yrs ago! Our carpet throughout the whole house has been laid on Bridgestone Gold rubber underlay and is now disintegrating! The whole lot will…

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lgarner1
Nov 22, 2021 10:32 am
Spazzen
Spazzen
17 November 2021

Polished concrete renovation going (gone?) wrong

Polished concrete renovation going (gone?) wrong

I'm no expert, I've just seen it before. As I understand it you put pigment into the epoxy and use that to mimic certain effects like stone, concrete, marble etc. You…

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Spazzen
Nov 17, 2021 5:25 pm
jake_paul
jake_paul
12 November 2021

Office Chair on carpet

Office Chair on carpet

Hi, We had this kind of issue in our home office, the carpet floor in our home got damaged while moving my chair back and forth because of the…

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jake_paul
Nov 12, 2021 7:58 pm
Contaksujeet
Contaksujeet
12 November 2021

Castleton Luxury Vinyl Planks

Castleton Luxury Vinyl Planks

I am also looking around for different brands and came across Castleton. Appreciate any feedback on this brand..

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Contaksujeet
Nov 12, 2021 1:47 pm
caru
caru
11 November 2021

Pronto Engineered Timber

Pronto Engineered Timber

Hi Has anyone installed Pronto Engineered Timber by Preference Floor? We got quoted 130 per sqm for supply and install Is that a good price? TIA

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caru
Nov 11, 2021 8:48 am
Splashers
Splashers
8 November 2021

3mm Grout line & which tile for my main floor

3mm Grout line & which tile for my main floor

There should be no difference in price between laying with 1.5mm or 3mm its just the size of the spacer. The real question is are the Tiles chosen Porcelain Rectified…

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Splashers
Nov 08, 2021 9:13 pm
Splashers
sprunk
sprunk
8 November 2021

I may have stuffed up with unit floor?

I may have stuffed up with unit floor?

Hey everyone. So years ago I put a floating floor down in one room of my unit. Now I have decided I want to tile it before I sell. The problem is when I put the floor down…

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sprunk
Nov 08, 2021 7:53 pm
caru
caru
3 November 2021

Laminate or vinyl flooring?

Laminate or vinyl flooring?

Laminate these days are pretty good - get the good one that is water resistant.

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caru
Nov 03, 2021 10:13 am
Contaksujeet
Contaksujeet
31 October 2021

Hybrid flooring from Harvey Norman NSW!!

Hybrid flooring from Harvey Norman NSW!!

I am currently looking at Harvey Norman Hybrid flooring options for my new home. Wondering if anyone has done flooring (hybrid spc) from them and share your experience?…

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Contaksujeet
Oct 31, 2021 6:36 pm
caru
caru
27 October 2021

Floor Tiling Imperfections

Floor Tiling Imperfections

hi there - the tiler was probably right (concrete not being flat and old tiles are not perfectly square, especially the non rectified ones) rectification job is normally…

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caru
Oct 27, 2021 9:39 am
alexp79
alexp79
19 October 2021

What flooring should you buy?

What flooring should you buy?

I believe there also should be Engineered Timber in the comparison

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alexp79
Oct 19, 2021 4:15 pm
Bebbsy
Bebbsy
9 October 2021

Quantum Next Gen vinyl planks

Quantum Next Gen vinyl planks

We laid Quantum planks in Amsterdam and very pleased with the result. I borrowed a couple of sample planks from a local retailer and that really helped in our…

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Bebbsy
Oct 09, 2021 12:26 am
vincem
vincem
18 September 2021

Polished concrete disaster

Polished concrete disaster

Hi Sarah, I have just gone through exactly the same thing and would love to hear how you went with this as I have a tribunal meeting in a few weeks. Its heart breaking…

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vincem
Sep 18, 2021 6:18 am
nickbak92
nickbak92
6 September 2021

What floating floor!?

What floating floor!?

Hi Winnieshome, Unfortunatelty, we pulled the pin with our builder Montgomery after we caught them out forging documents we had signed during the sales process. We are…

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nickbak92
Sep 06, 2021 4:16 pm
rachelj72
rachelj72
22 August 2021

Made by Block

Made by Block

Has anyone used these boards? and could send me a pic. I can’t pick colors from samples. Need to see a better pic. Thanks !

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rachelj72
Aug 22, 2021 12:38 pm
bgattegno
bgattegno
10 August 2021

Regupol vs Quiet step, I can’t decide?

Regupol vs Quiet step, I can’t decide?

I am updating the floors in our apartment with 14mm thick engineered timber and trying to make a decision on the underlay. We have a top-floor apartment with a concrete…

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bgattegno
Aug 10, 2021 8:14 pm
PennyH
PennyH
6 August 2021

Vinyl Plank issues

Vinyl Plank issues

My husband and I purchased our home just over 3 years ago, the previous owner built the house 18 months prior to that. We have the Kenbrock Vinyl Planks installed which…

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PennyH
Aug 06, 2021 5:00 pm
SuperCoach1979
SuperCoach1979
26 July 2021

Blackbutt -Limewash?

Blackbutt -Limewash?

Where did you end up on this? I was in the same position, Blackbut floors but wanting something a bit more grey/washed out as wanted to have a more monochromatic look. …

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SuperCoach1979
Jul 26, 2021 3:57 pm
caru
caru
24 July 2021

Quick Step/Kronotex vs cheaper brands laminate flooring

Quick Step/Kronotex vs cheaper brands laminate flooring

Hi, This is talking from experience. One of the benefit to go with reputable manufacturer / supplier is the after sale service. I don't want to mention the brand - but…

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caru
Jul 24, 2021 12:28 pm
arcadelt
arcadelt
6 July 2021

Secret nails battens on concrete slab

Secret nails battens on concrete slab

No, it's still there…but as I said, only in some places and not too dramatic. I think it will only go away when we re-sand and re-polish the floors in 20 years time.

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arcadelt
Jul 06, 2021 10:21 am
Kofi B
Kofi B
3 July 2021

Polished concrete in a new build

Polished concrete in a new build

Hiya, I've been looking into this as well. So far I've received quotes for X-bond polished stone and Quartz Carpet. Have you learnt anything more about how it works with a…

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Kofi B
Jul 03, 2021 5:55 pm
caru
caru
24 May 2021

Laminate flooring making "clicking" sound when walked on

Laminate flooring making "clicking" sound when walked on

I have the same experience, newly laid. I think its pretty common especially if the subfloor is not flat..its annoying but not something that i cant live with Are you…

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caru
May 24, 2021 10:25 pm
ho12
ho12
18 May 2021

Lime wash on spotted gum – thoughts?

Lime wash on spotted gum – thoughts?

Our timber floor planks are narrow and might give an older feel and makes the area look smaller probably.

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ho12
May 19, 2021 12:59 am

Hi, I am planning on removing the existing carpet and replacing it with engineered timber. The carpet i have in the lounge isn't very thick, it is on the same…

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timber_floor_reno
May 14, 2021 10:51 pm
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JMR
May 12, 2021 11:15 am
Budapest
Budapest
10 May 2021

Bedrooms or living space? ... and powder rooms

Bedrooms or living space? ... and powder rooms

With 5 kids, I'll be smart alec and say definitely get a TV in the bedroom...! :-D

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Budapest
May 10, 2021 3:42 pm
Home2021
Home2021
2 May 2021

Engineered oak flooring from preference flooring

Engineered oak flooring from preference flooring

Parana looks good, did you go for that one at the end? how was your experience. thanks.

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Home2021
May 02, 2021 5:35 pm
J3c
J3c
26 April 2021

Tiles in bedroom

Tiles in bedroom

https://www.travertinetilesuk.com/produ ... n-polished I recommend this product. I am using it, it is a very good quality product.

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J3c
Apr 26, 2021 10:06 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
25 April 2021

Open Shower Floor Drain Tiling/Grade/Drainage - OK or not?

Open Shower Floor Drain Tiling/Grade/Drainage - OK or not?

For technical interest only, it is caused by the mutual adhesive attraction of unlike molecules. The molecular cohesive force of water is what holds…

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SaveH2O
Apr 25, 2021 12:08 pm
SaveH2O
Althom
Althom
21 April 2021

installing advice for tiling my kitchen

installing advice for tiling my kitchen

The rubber underlay is required to reduce noise transmission via the floor. If this is removed and not reinstalled it is highly likely that the OP will be forced to rip up…

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Althom
Apr 21, 2021 10:54 am
Althom
chippy
chippy
5 April 2021

Agnew's Water Putty Floor Leveller

Agnew's Water Putty Floor Leveller

What sort of imperfections and what size are you talking? What sort of existing flooring do you have and how is it fixed?

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chippy
Apr 05, 2021 9:21 pm
chippy
DiscoJoe
DiscoJoe
2 April 2021

What timber doors suit spotted gum flooring?

What timber doors suit spotted gum flooring?

As per subject, looking for a good match or complementary timber (can stain if needed) for colour and grain for some stacker doors. Happy to also use spotted gum again…

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DiscoJoe
Apr 02, 2021 8:30 am
KGPS
KGPS
11 March 2021

White risers for new stairs

White risers for new stairs

Hello, I realise this is an old thread but thought I would see whether you succeeded in doing the laminate timber tread and painting your MDF risers? Or did you do…

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KGPS
Mar 11, 2021 2:51 pm
zebu
zebu
8 March 2021

Ongoing Maintance - Water based vs Fiddes Hard Waxed Oil

Ongoing Maintance - Water based vs Fiddes Hard Waxed Oil

We have a 9 year old spotted gum floor that we put down and was sealed with 4 coats of waterbased sealer. It has lasted really well (little dogs run all over it) It…

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zebu
Mar 08, 2021 9:51 am
Hutchywoman
Hutchywoman
18 February 2021

Prestige Oak Flooring

Prestige Oak Flooring

Hi there, I am in the process of planning a new build, and I really like the Prestige Oak 21m boards. I think the Dover Grey colour looks perfect for our house. My only…

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Hutchywoman
Feb 18, 2021 1:13 pm
dazzle
dazzle
15 February 2021

Subfloor soiled by cats and dogs

Subfloor soiled by cats and dogs

I'm putting in an offer on a place which has been a bit of a dog house for years. The owner was a bit of a hoarder and never cleaned anything. So the house smells quite…

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dazzle
Feb 15, 2021 8:25 pm
Rizzo
Rizzo
13 February 2021

Engineering for polished concrete?

Engineering for polished concrete?

I have looked into that as an alternative but after several houses with tiles, I’m not a fan of all the grout.

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Rizzo
Feb 13, 2021 9:08 pm

Planning to use hybrid flooring for my house. I've read instructions of hybrid flooring and they do not recommended float directly over timber flooring; this I'll be…

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ryany
Jan 24, 2021 8:48 am
Ellajackson67
Ellajackson67
12 January 2021

Floating laminate floor cleaner

Floating laminate floor cleaner

This may be more about the detergent using in the process. Because I have been using the appropriate ratio of detergent, but it still always turned out to be sticky. Can…

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Ellajackson67
Jan 12, 2021 11:08 pm
Susanna123
Susanna123
10 December 2020

Vinyl floors

Vinyl floors

Replacing your flooring certainly offers a range of options, from hardwood to vinyl to carpet. Of course, renovating on a budget means weighing the pros and cons of each…

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Susanna123
Dec 10, 2020 12:24 am

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