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It would definitely be better to get something to cover the gap than move the skirts in my opinion. Move them down 10mm and you've got to repaint the wall as well!

Look for Fillet Mould, skotia or...

Why have a flooring section on this forum if you don't want to talk about it?

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Water based coating will give a much more modern look definently. I would however suggest a minimum of 3...

From the picture it seams that this would be an 'up market' type unit and being new I can understand the agent wanting it repaired but also your frustration in such a small scratch causing so much...

My first thought is also of Tallow Wood.

But I also agree that environmental factors can change the appearance, making identification quite difficult.

Also I wouldn't expect new tallow wood to...

Is that a question or a statement?

That's an unfortunate outcome. I'm sure aftera few weeks of living you won't notice the blemishes.

Damn Tilers!
Matching existing flooring heights is a valid reason for using thinner ply. The only reason I say use 18mm is because it's been written that that is the best way, but I accept that it's...

True, it is the boards cover size not total width.

How did you go with the sander?

I Agree but For those out there with a different width timber:

1000 divided by the board width in mm = "The Factor"

"The Factor" Multiplied by the square meters Equals Lineal meters.

The...

None of the answers above seam to relate to the question - Floating floors.

[QUOTE](direct stuck to slab, as oppsed to being fixed to battens on top of a moisture proof membrane)/QUOTE]

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Is there any reason you're not using 18mm ply? It is highly recommended.

Also, why are using such long flooring staples - 38mm is the standard? Where do you think the extra leg...

Sorry to hear that you've had such bad luck.

Anything that you use to remove the paint from the floor, either mechanical or chemical, will also remove it from the skirting board, so you're going...

That is an acceptable system and shouldn't have had any problems except as I mentioned with too much additve in the top coat.

I have this from the Data Sheet on Wet edge extender:

"Wet Edge...

I am familiar with this group of products.

When you say "Polythane High Gloss" was this the Durapol High Gloss (polycure's 1045 or similar)

If not this will be a problem as it will be...

Here in Australia boards over 86mm require two methods of fixing; Top Nailing or secret nailing or Glueing (to acheive a 90% coverage of adhesive)

In Short to your original question... NO do not...

By What Timber Material I think you mean what species? Personally I don't think it really matters what species you go for. It is really personal opinion and budget as to what you find asthetically...

Carpet!?!:no:

I'd suggest any type of timber product over carpet any day.

I'd suggest installing a timber overlay or structural strip timber directly over the deck. The only problem is you...

I suggest you contact the Australian Timber Flooring Association. They are quite active in Victoria. It will cost a few hundred dollars for the inspection but if you beleive you're nat at fault, it's...