Trixee's Passive Solar Build Perth

trixee · Jan 31, 2015 6:47 pm

It's frustrating because I've seen some great-looking blackbutt and some ordinary looking stuff too. I wish I could be more confident of getting what I think I'm going to get when I order a species. What happens if the timber I end up with looks completely different to what I think I'm getting?

housebythewater · Jan 31, 2015 10:53 pm

Get some quotes, keeping your options open, then go see some finished floors from your preferred suppliers. I looked at Planet Floors show room. I'm not sure if it was as good as others, but is probably close by your work, so might be worth popping in.

trixee · Jan 31, 2015 10:56 pm

Thanks Joh, hadn't thought to ask to see the finished work, good idea!

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Treeseachanger · Feb 01, 2015 1:13 pm

The different grades available are crucial to how the end product will look.

"Select Grade: a low level of marks and natural characteristics. Select grade is valued for its strength, simplicity and versatility. It has a sleek, clean, uniform appearance and is perfect for modern, minimalist and traditional settings.

Standard Grade: shows selective gum veins, burls, insect trails and other unusual grain effects. It is a unique and increasingly popular grade, which includes the most interesting variations and markings to enhance its character.

Character Grade: also known as rustic or feature grade. Hias the highest level of natural features including gum veins, knots, face checking and insect trails, and generally a larger range of colour variation. The rustic and random nature of character grade timber is perfect for those who prefer a natural appearance."

ardie514 · Feb 01, 2015 2:40 pm

trixee

ardie514

If we're voting I like the blackbutt

But why?

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Cuz I'm a more traditional type

but it's not my house. They're all gorgeous. So many decisions heh? Yesterday i just told the lady at the tile store to pick the grout colour for us. I just couldn't make another decision and really didn't care

trixee · Feb 04, 2015 11:20 pm

Earthworks have started! :z:

Sandpad, anyone?

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Drove past this morning and saw one guy there by himself, so thought I'd stop to chat. He was just about to finish up, and said tomorrow they would come in to do the compacting.

yvonneh · Feb 04, 2015 11:23 pm

awesome!! That's fantastic news. And I'm sure a great surprise.

housebythewater · Feb 04, 2015 11:28 pm

Hooray! Action time.

ardie514 · Feb 04, 2015 11:33 pm

Excellent news trixee! Now the fun begins

trixee · Feb 04, 2015 11:44 pm

Thanks everyone, I still can't quite believe it's actually happening! I feel like I'm jinxing it by even mentioning it!

Jays · Feb 05, 2015 12:02 am

Exciting times!

In regards to flooring i went to b&j timber floors in Ozzie park the other week. More expensive than planet timber, but was a lot better service and could show more samples etc in their attached warehouse.

trixee · Feb 05, 2015 12:07 am

Thanks Jays, good to know. B&J are on my shortlist, I think I'll pop down tomorrow at lunch

belzey · Feb 05, 2015 5:19 am

Oh yeah how exciting trixee!

Sheilzy · Feb 05, 2015 9:12 am

Woohoo for site start! Welcome to construction

Treeseachanger · Feb 05, 2015 8:10 pm

Yay for starting!! ::cool::

Rache · Feb 05, 2015 10:13 pm

That's fantastic trixee.You must be over the moon!

trixee · Feb 05, 2015 10:58 pm

Thanks guys! Pretty happy that things are finally happening

And just in case you wanted to see more pics, here's the blog post:
https://oursphouse.wordpress.com/2015/0 ... e-for-you/

trixee · Feb 07, 2015 1:22 pm

Slab markers have apparently been put in, will go have a look later today.

But more importantly, we've been advised that slab should be in 1.5 (actually, she didn't specify if it was days, weeks, or months, so I'm going to assume...) weeks! Overshooting my "V-day on the slab" hopes, but I don't care!

Sheilzy · Feb 07, 2015 1:36 pm

Woohoo slab party soon! Sooo exciting

MalSannie · Feb 08, 2015 4:26 am

How exciting Trixee - I can't wait to see your house finished. Love the selections you've made and the colours you chose for your front elevation is lovely!