Browse Forums Renovation + Home Improvement Re: Cosmetic fix-ups 4May 25, 2011 8:51 am First_Timer_Ray I'm assuming there would be no issue with removing them but wasn't sure if there were regulations about ventilation. No problem removing them. As I understand it, there were regulations about ventilation that no longer exist. Also, I know it would be a huge job, but how hard is it to rip up floor tiles on a scale of easy to impossible...? It's not hard. If the tiles are on a concrete slab you'll probably need a hammer drill with a wide, flat bit (can't remember what the bit is called). You can pick up an ozito jobby from bunnings for about $80 And how difficult is it to replace a window with french/glass doors? Assuming the doors are the same size as the existing window. If you using the existing cavity it's pretty easy & you won't need a permit. However, if this is something you haven't done just pay to get them installed. Most manufacturers will give you an installed price and if this is too high just ask a local carpenter to install for you. If you do a you-tube search you'll probably find videos on on all these things with tips. I recently went through a similar renovation and move scenario when updating our family home. We also swapped some rooms around and tackled a major… 2 10049 DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair If the railhead is so poorly fixed it is also likely that the railhead is also non compliant, what about overflows and sealing railhead to the gutters?. 3 5978 |