Browse Forums Windows & Doors 1 Apr 25, 2008 6:15 pm Hi,
Did anyone get the flyscreens fitted in their windows and doors (we have 2 bi-folding and 1 bi-parting doors) after they moved in? Is it a lot more expensive if the builder gets them fitted himself or it is cheaper to get it from an outside supplier? Does anyone know how much a builder (M preferably) charges for it? Thanks all Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 2Apr 25, 2008 6:18 pm With any charge on items… you have to relies the more involved the more take on the item.
By cutting out at least one of the middle men, you are saving money! Internal and External Building and Colour Consultant Online - Worldwide http://www.denovoconcepts.com Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 3Apr 25, 2008 11:32 pm Michelle With any charge on items… you have to relies the more involved the more take on the item. By cutting out at least one of the middle men, you are saving money! Thanks Michelle. Do you know any good companies that sell flyscreens in melbourne? Also, do you know if they are to install after we have moved in, or do we need to do it when the windows/doors are fitted in the house? And the last question but not least , do they have flyscreens that will fit on bi-folding doors, since bi-folding open all the way, will the flyscreens also open completely? Thanks Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 4Apr 26, 2008 12:04 am dreamhome do they have flyscreens that will fit on bi-folding doors, since bi-folding open all the way, will the flyscreens also open completely? I came across this product when researching the same thing http://www.flyscreens.com.au/ look at the "retractable screens" link and wait for the animation. They can also be hung vertically - so that they move from one side to the other. No idea how much. mmm....donuts Homer Simpson 1956- Links: Site Costs Ready Reckoner | H1 Addiction Medical Advice | Château TDL: The Backyard Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 5Apr 26, 2008 12:25 am to_do_list dreamhome do they have flyscreens that will fit on bi-folding doors, since bi-folding open all the way, will the flyscreens also open completely? I came across this product when researching the same thing http://www.flyscreens.com.au/ look at the "retractable screens" link and wait for the animation. They can also be hung vertically - so that they move from one side to the other. No idea how much. Thanks for this, i have just asked them for a quotation on their website. The retractable screen looks great in the animation!!! Can i ask if you chose them in the end? Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 6Apr 26, 2008 12:28 am Haven't made the decision yet.....a weeks from moving in the house. mmm....donuts Homer Simpson 1956- Links: Site Costs Ready Reckoner | H1 Addiction Medical Advice | Château TDL: The Backyard Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 7Apr 26, 2008 12:30 am to_do_list Haven't made the decision yet.....a weeks from moving in the house. Do you know if they can be installed after you have moved in? Also, we have timber bifold and bipart doors , is it an issue if it is timber? We also have aluminium and timber frame windows. Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 8Apr 26, 2008 8:55 am Way out here in the sticks, flyscreens are standard inclusion for M3tricon, but the cost of them is wrapped up in the 'country surcharge' so it's not realistic to not get them, chase a reimbursement, then fit them later.
The only extra flyscreen we are getting is one to the sliding doors to the alfresco. It made sense to us to just let them install it along with the others. They will be installed close to handover apparently. Geoff - Decophile. Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 9Apr 26, 2008 10:20 am Eager Way out here in the sticks, flyscreens are standard inclusion for M3tricon, but the cost of them is wrapped up in the 'country surcharge' so it's not realistic to not get them, chase a reimbursement, then fit them later. The only extra flyscreen we are getting is one to the sliding doors to the alfresco. It made sense to us to just let them install it along with the others. They will be installed close to handover apparently. Really??? Where can i check if it is a standard inclusion for us too? Are you getting the retractable ones? Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 10Apr 26, 2008 10:23 am Like Eager, flyscreens to all windows were standard on our package, I thought this was always the case, didn't realise it could be considered an extra.
Screen doors however are optional, we are adding (thru the builder) amplimesh type screens onto the family room sliding doors and the front door. Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 11Apr 26, 2008 10:49 am Helyn Like Eager, flyscreens to all windows were standard on our package, I thought this was always the case, didn't realise it could be considered an extra. Screen doors however are optional, we are adding (thru the builder) amplimesh type screens onto the family room sliding doors and the front door. Hi Helyn, What is the difference between flyscreens and screen doors / amplimesh type screens? Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 12Apr 26, 2008 11:06 am Amplimesh or Crimsafe are similar products - super strong - you can kick at the flyscreen or try & cut it with a knife and it won't break.
Normal flyscreens are made of fibreglass - cheap & you can DIY from Bunnings. Easy to cut or kick in. We are in a bushfire area and require steel flyscreens - our builder must put these on as part of council requirements. But the steel is not as strong as the quality they use in Amplimesh/Crimsafe. After 4 years - we're in! Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 13Apr 26, 2008 1:16 pm We are getting our builder to do it for $400 to all openable windows. The builder charges $40 per window. It's just the normal fibreglass mesh flyscreen.
Not sure how much cheaper it is outside but couldn't be bothered to ask around so got the builder to do it instead. Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 15Apr 26, 2008 4:32 pm Belgrave Not sure how much cheaper it is outside but couldn't be bothered to ask around so got the builder to do it instead. DIY via Bunnings or similar - we did 2 bedroom windows & a small bathroom window for about $60 - and they were made twice as DH took incorrect measurements the first time After 4 years - we're in! Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 16Apr 26, 2008 4:42 pm Hi Stonecutter,
Was the DIY easy to do??? Do you need any special equipment to do it or it's pretty much prepared at bunnings and we just have to install it Thanks. Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 17Apr 26, 2008 5:12 pm Hi dreamhome,
If you check out the following topics there was some discussion before about whether you can have flyscreens on bi-fold doors https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?t=5668 https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?t=1347 https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?t=5578 I think the concensus was No, so you might not have to worry about when to put flyscreens on your bi-folds at all. 'chelle We have a hand-over date...15/10...but I won't hold my breath! http://people-in-glass-houses.blogspot.com/ Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 18Apr 26, 2008 5:18 pm We are looking at Crimsafe too - I'm thinking of getting it on all the downstairs windows and 2 stacker doors (if possible)
I'm wondering if it's very expensive...I have heard it is, but I don't know what people's idea of expensive is.... I'm guessing it might be around $2000 or am I way off?? Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 19Apr 26, 2008 5:40 pm We got flyscreens included to all opening windows which was about $550 but it depends on your house plan (the size and how many windows).
They are fitted last, and any window/screen place will be able to make them as long as you know the sizes of the windows (get them to measure to be safe). The reason we chose for M to include them was that 1. they match the colourbond windows, 2. it was one less thing for us to do, and 3. there wasn't a huge difference in price (probably cost us $100 more for M to do it). Ray. Second Time 'Round Re: Flyscreens in windows and doors after you moved in? 20Apr 27, 2008 10:17 am Belgrave Hi Stonecutter, Was the DIY easy to do??? Do you need any special equipment to do it or it's pretty much prepared at bunnings and we just have to install it Hi Belgrave - I think they do DIY classes - but you buy the frame in long lengths - cut it to size (so you need a saw & something to allow you to cut it at a 45* angle), corner pieces to join, fibreglass flyscreen and a special little roller tool to put the screen into the frame. I made one of them - was very easy! Just remember to measure your window size carefully http://www.bunnings.com.au/diy/brochure ... reens.aspx After 4 years - we're in! Flashings over doorways and windows our carpenter has installed flashings that is buckled and short of the window frames and door frames is this right Is there a… 0 10923 I don't know them all, the first 2 top of your list are best known. Rylock is a good company, Stegbar is for sale. 4 16231 Joe, it depends on your certifier but we are noticing the ones we deal with are really cracking down. So i would recommend you follow your approved landscaping plans to… 4 10965 |