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27th February 2024, 09:09 AM
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Here's some closer pics.
Here's some closer pics.
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26th February 2024, 08:39 PM
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What timber is this and what would be the best option to coat it?
Hi all, I recently posted about finding some timber for some bench seats that would be thick enough to replace the old ones. I ended up taking one of the lengths to a local timber supplier who said...
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19th February 2024, 04:56 PM
Thread: Paint aluminium window frames?
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Paint aluminium window frames?
Has anyone attempted to change the colour of aluminium window frames? If so how did you do it and how did it turn out?
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2nd February 2024, 06:53 PM
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Are decking boards a suitable replacement for a bench seat?
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I have a timber bench for sitting on that needs the timber slats replaced. The current ones on there are 25mm thick and 70mm wide. I can't find anything that size so have been looking at... -
31st January 2024, 05:03 AM
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What connectors would be used to go straight...
What connectors would be used to go straight through the wall as that would be ideal?
The $200 install seems to be for just switching the actual tap itself and you buy the tap but I'll get him to... -
30th January 2024, 07:34 PM
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This is a valid point. Is there a wall plate that...
This is a valid point. Is there a wall plate that has a shaft going straight back through the brickwork? Soldering would be ideal but he would need to get a plumber in which case he may as well just...
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29th January 2024, 11:31 PM
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New garden tap install. Will this work? Picture included
Hi all,
I'm helping a mate install an extra garden tap. His house has a subfloor and he wants the tap close to the meter so he wants to put a 3/4 push fit T into the 19mm copper pipe then go... -
30th March 2008, 10:47 AM
Thread: Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
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I bought a copper earth from electrical shop...
I bought a copper earth from electrical shop ($10) I didnt realise how big they are. I bashed it into the ground about 500mm.
The dogs seem to have already learnt as when we take them for a walk... -
28th March 2008, 10:13 PM
Thread: Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
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I have set it up with gal wire using timber...
I have set it up with gal wire using timber garden stakes which I drilled holes in. I was going to insulate the wire where it touched the timber but it doesnt seem to need it. I picked up an copper...
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28th March 2008, 04:56 PM
Thread: Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
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Thanks guys for your help. I ended up getting...
Thanks guys for your help.
I ended up getting this http://www.dogmaster.com.au/cat/index.cgi/shopfront/view_product_details?category_id=5713&product_id=195042
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24th March 2008, 09:04 PM
Thread: Imported tapware
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I know someone who bought a heap of tapware off...
I know someone who bought a heap of tapware off ebay because it was half the price of what it was in OZ. the plumber refused to install it as it didnt meet Aus standards. Be careful....
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24th March 2008, 08:54 PM
Thread: Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
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I looked at the collar systems but I wont put...
I looked at the collar systems but I wont put collars on my dogs unless they are walking. I have a fully fenced yard so its unlikely to shock any humans bar myself when I do a test.
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23rd March 2008, 11:53 AM
Thread: Another dividing fence issue.
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I suggest you speak to council. I would even try...
I suggest you speak to council. I would even try and organise someone to come out to your house and have a look at what your talking about. I wouldnt go putting a fence up on your property at your...
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23rd March 2008, 11:02 AM
Thread: Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
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Thanks for the offer Barry, Im pretty keen to buy...
Thanks for the offer Barry, Im pretty keen to buy one as we have a few differnt spots in our yard we would like to test over time. We also intend to build again in a couple of years and no doubt will...
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23rd March 2008, 08:38 AM
Thread: Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
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So where can I get myself an energizer from?...
So where can I get myself an energizer from? There are plenty available online but I would prefer to buy from brick and morter.
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22nd March 2008, 05:08 PM
Thread: Staircase problem and BCA
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To be honest even if you can have a slope I think...
To be honest even if you can have a slope I think it would feel rather weird walking down them.
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22nd March 2008, 05:05 PM
Thread: Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
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I was looking at buying an energizer but Im not...
I was looking at buying an energizer but Im not sure on what ratings they come in and what one would be best suited for medium size dogs. (Im assuming you can get different strenght energizers as no...
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22nd March 2008, 01:20 PM
Thread: Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
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Electric fence to keep dogs out of garden
Hi all,
I would like to build a temporary electric fence around my garden to keep my dogs out.
does anyone know of a DIY project for this?
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21st March 2008, 08:32 PM
Thread: Spa N Deck is tacky
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I was planning 4 coats but it started to rain...
I was planning 4 coats but it started to rain after the 4th was dry so I dryed the rain of with my applicator then applied another coat.
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21st March 2008, 08:31 PM
Thread: Staircase problem and BCA
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I would of assumed the treads had to be level,...
I would of assumed the treads had to be level, not sloping?
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21st March 2008, 12:26 PM
Thread: Staircase problem and BCA
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I think I understand all that. Would I be...
I think I understand all that.
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21st March 2008, 10:24 AM
Thread: Spa N Deck is tacky
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Spa N Deck is tacky
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I just coated my front porch in 5 coats of Spa N deck and it seems to still be a little tacky to walk on. I did the coats 3 days ago. any ideas as to why this is? -
21st March 2008, 10:20 AM
Thread: Exhaust fan in bathroom
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Exhaust fan in bathroom
Hi all,
I need to install a Bathroom exhaust fan. I had the powerpoint installed in the roof during construction so all i need to do is cut the hole and plug it in.
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15th March 2008, 10:18 AM
Thread: Staircase problem and BCA
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Hi Guys, I am currently installing a set of...
Hi Guys,
I am currently installing a set of stairs with metal stringers. It will have merbua treads.
Can you please explain these measurements to me?
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2nd March 2008, 06:30 PM
Thread: Staining Pine before Spa n Deck
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Staining Pine before Spa n Deck
Hi all, I am trying to get a piece of pine to look as dark as my Merbau fence which is coated in Spa N deck Jarrah.
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1st March 2008, 11:09 AM
Thread: Grass Under deck
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Just out of curiosity, has anyone ever tried...
Just out of curiosity, has anyone ever tried washing a weed kill through your decking? would this damage the deck?
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29th February 2008, 03:25 PM
Thread: Restoring Nicad Batteries
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Thanks Steve, I figured you would use a...
Thanks Steve, I figured you would use a multimeter but wasnt sure what to look for. The other issue was do I have to seperate the cells to do this?
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29th February 2008, 01:39 PM
Thread: Restoring Nicad Batteries
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Is there a way of telling which cells are dead...
Is there a way of telling which cells are dead and which are ok?
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29th February 2008, 10:54 AM
Thread: Restoring Nicad Batteries
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I found this but Im not too keen to have a crack...
I found this but Im not too keen to have a crack at it myself. I have a phobia of being blown up...
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29th February 2008, 10:09 AM
Thread: Restoring Nicad Batteries
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Thanks for the battery links guys but they dont...
Thanks for the battery links guys but they dont seem to have mine. I need a EB1814SL (18v) for my Hitachi DS18DVF3.
The drill has been really good which is why I didnt want to replace it but being... -
28th February 2008, 09:16 PM
Thread: Restoring Nicad Batteries
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I cant find any after market batteries for...
I cant find any after market batteries for hitachi.
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28th February 2008, 12:50 PM
Thread: Restoring Nicad Batteries
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Restoring Nicad Batteries
Hi all, I have an 18v cordless drill and both batteries are losing charge. I looked at buying new batteries but they cost more than a new drill kit. I have heard there is a way to restore your Nicad...
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22nd February 2008, 08:53 PM
Thread: merbau tannin stains on hands
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merbau tannin stains on hands
Ok guys, i've worked out that bleach will get tannin stains off of pretty much anything but I was wondering what you all use to get the stuff off your hands, I mean the stuff that grinds its way into...
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22nd February 2008, 03:21 PM
Thread: How to finish of my deck?
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Thanks Guys, I sort of figured I would have to...
Thanks Guys, I sort of figured I would have to rip a board.
Now my problem is how do I do this neatly with only basic tools, I have a circular saw, jig saw, mitre saw, hand saw and an electric... -
22nd February 2008, 09:29 AM
Thread: How to finish of my deck?
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How to finish of my deck?
Hi all, I need some advice on how to finish off my deck.
I was thinking of cutting a few boards on angles but I dont know what would be the best way to do this.
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19th February 2008, 11:11 AM
Thread: Going rate for concrete/aggregate
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Going rate for concrete/aggregate
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Im looking at getting a square flat area concreted/aggregate around the side of my house, its about 6mx4m. What is the going rate to get a concreter to do this? -
5th February 2008, 10:16 PM
Thread: HPM Superdimmer
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So does that mean there is no particular reason...
So does that mean there is no particular reason that the electritian did it this way, just too lazy to put them all the same?
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4th February 2008, 09:52 PM
Thread: HPM Superdimmer
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Does anyone know why this is the case? I had a...
Does anyone know why this is the case?
I had a look at all my other downlights and its the case with all of them.
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30th January 2008, 08:19 PM
Thread: HPM Superdimmer
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I guess I will get an electrician then... Just...
I guess I will get an electrician then...
Just out of curiosity, how does the Superdimmer work? I mean it has no spot for an earth yet it has a metal plate that you touch to adjust the dimmer.. And... -
29th January 2008, 03:54 PM
Thread: HPM Superdimmer
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Ok guys, I have gone and bought 4 transformers...
Ok guys, I have gone and bought 4 transformers (Leading edge) and a superdimmer. I was thinking of installing myself, the transformers would be just a matter of swapping over but the actual...
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29th January 2008, 12:09 PM
Thread: HPM Superdimmer
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I contacted the place I got my downlights from...
I contacted the place I got my downlights from and they said my transformers are trailing edge, bugger.. Looks like im up for another 4 transformers.
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27th January 2008, 08:15 PM
Thread: Which wood for pool decking?
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I have used Merbau and am very happy with it, I...
I have used Merbau and am very happy with it, I think any decking would probably be fine as long as it has the right finish on it. Like most I will be using Spa N Deck as my protectant.
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20th January 2008, 08:57 PM
Thread: Recommended ride on lawn mowers
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That looks Like one fine piece of machinery but...
That looks Like one fine piece of machinery but Im after something with 4 wheels and a backrest on the seat.....
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19th January 2008, 09:16 PM
Thread: HPM Superdimmer
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HPM Superdimmer
Hi all,
Im looking at getting a HPM superdimmer for a media room but have a few questions.
I have done a little research and found that the superdimmer requires that you use "Wirewound"... -
13th January 2008, 09:33 PM
Thread: What turf and how - Brisbane
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Try this place http://www.cliftonparkturf.com.au/...
Try this place http://www.cliftonparkturf.com.au/
I got palmetto from them and its been great. -
12th January 2008, 03:22 PM
Thread: Recommended ride on lawn mowers
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I have had a look at the Toro XL380H, It looks...
I have had a look at the Toro XL380H, It looks like it would suit the job. it has a 38" cutting deck, comes with a free dump cart (probably handy to sit the dog in while mowing.) and RRP is $3495...
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12th January 2008, 09:35 AM
Thread: Recommended ride on lawn mowers
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So is John Deere worth looking at or are they a...
So is John Deere worth looking at or are they a little over priced?
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7th January 2008, 04:22 PM
Thread: Recommended ride on lawn mowers
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Recommended ride on lawn mowers
Hi all,
Im looking for a ride on lawn mower for a flat block
1 1/4 acre.
has anyone got any opinions on what is best suited for this? $3500 would be about the most I want to spend but will... -
15th December 2007, 08:45 AM
Thread: grass cutting in corners
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How do you get it to cut right in the corner with...
How do you get it to cut right in the corner with a whipper sniper?
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14th December 2007, 07:28 PM
Thread: Flood's Spa & Deck, Merbau on Merbau
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I had the QLD rep come to my house with a sample...
I had the QLD rep come to my house with a sample of all the colours and found the jarrah was darker than the Merbau so we are using jarrah.