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  1. Here's some closer pics.

    Here's some closer pics.
  2. 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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    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?
  4. Are decking boards a suitable replacement for a bench seat?

    Hi all,
    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...
  5. 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...
  6. 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...
  7. 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...
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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...
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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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    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

    Its not an overly strong shock but...
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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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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?
    I would prefer to use a 12V car battery over mains if...
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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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    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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    I think I understand all that. Would I be...

    I think I understand all that.
    Would I be correct in saying that "Risers must be between 190mm-115mm" means from tread to tread must fall into these measurements?
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    Spa N Deck is tacky

    Hi all,
    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?
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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.
    Is there any rules as to where...
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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?
    is there a min/max gap allowed between the...
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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.
    Is it possible to put a stain on to darken the pine before applying the Spa N 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?
    I would assume you would need to use straight weedkill and then wash the deck off...
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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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    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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    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...
    http://www.instructables.com/id/EFLRAJ9JACEV2ZHB0Q/
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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...
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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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    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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    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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    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...
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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.
    The boards run square to the pool...
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    Going rate for concrete/aggregate

    Hi all,
    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?
  37. 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?
  38. 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.
    Its obviously ok as they all work but I would like to understand how this works...
  39. 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...
  40. 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...
  41. 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.
    I was thinking of going for the 240v halagon...
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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.
    As for where...
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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.....
    Ok Im onto Cub Cadet now does anyone own one of these?
  44. 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"...
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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.
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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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    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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    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...
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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?
    I find the cord just hits the wall and bounces past, leaving about 5 to 10 stands of grass.
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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.
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