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6th March 2008, 01:31 AM
Thread: Timber Screens
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Timber Screens
Howdy all,
Planning my next project to build some timber screens for between new patio and the garage. (yes I am running out of projects)
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6th January 2008, 01:13 AM
Thread: Buying Light Fittings On Line
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Buying Light Fittings On Line
Hi All,
i'm looking for about 6 x Exterior 12v up down wall lights in Silver or Stainless Steel. Can anyone suggest any online store web sites other than ebay that sells these or other light... -
25th December 2007, 12:54 AM
Thread: 12v LED Downlights or Halogen?
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Hi All, thanks for your replies so far. I have...
Hi All, thanks for your replies so far. I have been reading elsewhere on the net and some say that LED's do not work on Electronic transformers?? Why would that be the case?...DC
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21st December 2007, 12:53 AM
Thread: 12v LED Downlights or Halogen?
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12v LED Downlights or Halogen?
Hi All,
Was searching for some threads on 12v LED lights and people's comments on their experiences so far.
I currently have 10 x 12v Electronic transformer MR16 Halogen gimbal downlights... -
3rd December 2007, 11:55 PM
Thread: Sealing a Shed on Slab for water
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Thanks All for your suggestions, I had the...
Thanks All for your suggestions,
I had the slab made with 150-200mm clearance on two edges, the back 6m side is just about flush with the slab. I think the flashing idea will work. I was also... -
2nd December 2007, 12:29 AM
Thread: Sealing a Shed on Slab for water
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Sealing a Shed on Slab for water
Hi All,
I have just put up a 6x3x2.3 prefab shed which is on top of a slab. The slab's pretty flat and level, but with my first round of rain this week, I have seepage under the walls.
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2nd December 2007, 12:11 AM
Thread: Looking for Wood Floor brand Ipowood
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Looking for Wood Floor brand Ipowood
Hi all,
I am about 90% through my engineered wood floor with just a kitchen area to go. I am running close to using absolutely everything good I have. I went back to my supplier (Embelton's in... -
23rd October 2007, 01:07 AM
Thread: Outdoor Lights for Metal Patio
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Outdoor Lights for Metal Patio
Hello all,
I'm thinking ahead a little to when my 12 x 3.8 gable patio is installed in the next week to what lighting I am going to install. I'm thinking 2 x 12 volt outdoor spotlights in each... -
13th October 2007, 01:58 AM
Thread: What to do With Old Carpet
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What to do With Old Carpet
Hi Everyone,
Carpet guys are coming in 2 weeks to lay nice new carpet and we have 70m2 of the nice old 80's beige carpet to get rid of.
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13th October 2007, 01:52 AM
Thread: Cutting Timber Blinds
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Howdy Greg, We had the spotlight ones for...
Howdy Greg,
We had the spotlight ones for nearly 4 years I think and they served their purpose, great at catching dust. I took the battens out of the string holding them, lined them up in a... -
13th October 2007, 01:27 AM
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Looking for Floor Sanding and Sealing in Perth
Hi All Perthites,
I have my new pre finished Engineered floor about 3/4 down and it is looking fantastic. The board are good quality german made and I want to make sure I can preserve them for... -
4th October 2007, 01:58 AM
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Scoring mark across Engineered Floorboard
Hi All,
Am 1/3 the way through laying floating engineered veneer boards in house and v happy so far, except for where the wife has dragged a piece of heavy furniture back into place and has... -
31st August 2007, 03:00 AM
Thread: Triton WC and other gear wanted in Perth
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Damn and blast Nev - Forgot I posted this one...
Damn and blast Nev - Forgot I posted this one late night. If anyone else has bits to offload for a MK3, please let me know.
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23rd August 2007, 01:47 AM
Thread: Gerni/High Pressure Washer
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Howdy all, My FIL has a small gerni, cost him...
Howdy all,
My FIL has a small gerni, cost him a few $ but operates really well. An advisor in Bunnings of all places said I should buy a portable Bosch (so I did) and it's great. Why - they... -
20th August 2007, 02:47 AM
Thread: Triton WC and other gear wanted in Perth
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Greetings Perthites reading this post. I too...
Greetings Perthites reading this post.
I too in Perth and in the same boat as you John, but have just acquired a Mk3 for nix - bit rusty, but can fix that. I'm looking for bits that bolt onto... -
19th August 2007, 02:12 AM
Thread: IXLTastic:any thoughts?
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Howdy Folks, I bought 2 of them at Kmart for...
Howdy Folks,
I bought 2 of them at Kmart for $80 each (when on special) for our bathroom renos in main and ensuite 2 x heat and 1 x light with fan. Does a ripper job, but noisy because the fan is... -
12th August 2007, 12:43 PM
Thread: A Shed in Perth
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Hi Ian, Having been through this very...
Hi Ian,
Having been through this very exercise, I had a false start with #1 supplier and ended up with Spic and Span Sales (Your Aussie Mate) who were most accomodating.
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2nd August 2007, 03:02 AM
Thread: clay bricks in a wood fired pizza oven
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Thanks Mick, that has answered one of my...
Thanks Mick, that has answered one of my questions about how to form up the arch over the top and cement it in place - Use heavy sand or even a dry mix of tilers float cement and then dig it out...
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31st July 2007, 03:23 AM
Thread: clay bricks in a wood fired pizza oven
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Forget bunnies, check...
Forget bunnies, check http://www.hotfrog.com.au/Products/Fire-Bricks for Refactory suppliers. Suggest going for larger volume suppliers as they might be receptive to odd lot cash deals for bricks...
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28th July 2007, 02:03 PM
Thread: clay bricks in a wood fired pizza oven
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I've been reading this topic for a year or so. I...
I've been reading this topic for a year or so. I did read that to save some money the Whiter Solid house bricks as opposed to red ones will do the job up to 1000deg. Suggest that you use firebricks...
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25th July 2007, 04:32 AM
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Hi Makka, I've got access to a wholesale line...
Hi Makka,
I've got access to a wholesale line of plumbing products that I can provide you some more informaiton on (>50% off retail), I used them throughout my renovation and have supplied 3... -
24th July 2007, 11:18 PM
Thread: A Tall Shed Story from My Shed Supplier
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Hey Mike, I'll leave the rotten sods unnamed, but...
Hey Mike, I'll leave the rotten sods unnamed, but starts with T&....
My buddy next door also had a poor rap for Shedco which was disappointing as they look good, but believe thin on metal and... -
23rd July 2007, 01:19 AM
Thread: A Tall Shed Story from My Shed Supplier
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A Tall Shed Story from My Shed Supplier
Hi All Shed Lovers,
I thought I would share with you a tall story from a Perth Kit supplier- I have been doing the investigations around the suppliers and selected a pre fabricated 6 x 3 x 2.4... -
23rd July 2007, 12:33 AM
Thread: Hinges for Laminex Colourtech Doors
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Yes Sybarite, good comments. I am onto my 3rd of...
Yes Sybarite, good comments. I am onto my 3rd of 4 jobs with Laminex, On the whole I think they have been pretty good so far, the kits are good and have improved sine my first adventure, Laminate...
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16th July 2007, 12:39 AM
Thread: Hinges for Laminex Colourtech Doors
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Hi Everyone, thanks for the advice - Laminex...
Hi Everyone, thanks for the advice - Laminex didn't give me the option. I did ask for them to be drilled to match the Readikits, however they said they could not do the drill holes - something to do...
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12th July 2007, 12:20 AM
Thread: Hinges for Laminex Colourtech Doors
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Hinges for Laminex Colourtech Doors
Hello all,
I have just got a delivery of Colourtech Doors (the 2 pack painted ones) from Laminex - they look unreal!!
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10th July 2007, 02:50 AM
Thread: soak well installation
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Hi Everyone, yes this is an old thread, but a...
Hi Everyone,
yes this is an old thread, but a goodie.
I'm looking for the name of / informaiton about soak wells that are HDPE (I think) blue in colour, come in two flat pieces and bend with... -
16th June 2007, 02:30 AM
Thread: kitchen doors
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Here's a tip I have worked out after the nice...
Here's a tip I have worked out after the nice ladies at Laminex sent me their Wholsale trade price book with so much good stuff in it. Laminex Contour doors are the cheapest and if you pick a...
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23rd May 2007, 11:17 PM
Thread: Flat pack cupboards where to get them?
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Oh and I forgot to mention, because I was going...
Oh and I forgot to mention, because I was going on about doors, that the flatpack kits from Laminex as well.
http://www.thelaminexgroup.com.au/tradeessentials/index.asp
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23rd May 2007, 02:25 AM
Thread: Flat pack cupboards where to get them?
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Hi All, Flat pack doors - If you know your...
Hi All,
Flat pack doors - If you know your dimensions, get them straight from Laminex. Depending on your choice, they can be a low as $30 per door. Call 132136 or order from your local... -
15th March 2007, 12:18 AM
Thread: Noisy Flick Mixer - What's the reason
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Hi Dan, Tried your suggestion and on full...
Hi Dan,
Tried your suggestion and on full throttle was much better - almost as I would expect it to be at a trickle or quarter flow. Is this the valve then and Can I change it for a quieter... -
12th March 2007, 12:20 AM
Thread: Cork rennovation
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Where to Find small Quantity of Cork Tiles
Hello everyone,
While of the topic of cork, I'm looking for approx 15m2 of cork tiles 6mm that I can lay on concrete and over the top will go my wood floating floor so I have a consistent cound... -
12th March 2007, 12:12 AM
Thread: Laminate Floor - door frames
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Hello R, You can hire an Undercut doorframe...
Hello R,
You can hire an Undercut doorframe saw from VCS products in U1,7 O'malley Street Osborne park 08 9347 0222. It's like an angle grinder with a plate and levelling device. Cost $72 a... -
11th March 2007, 11:58 PM
Thread: Noisy Flick Mixer - What's the reason
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Noisy Flick Mixer - What's the reason
Hi all,
We recently reno'd our bathrooms and kitchen - completely new and have purchased the tapware from a wholesale distributor in QLD ex China. Fantastic pricing 40% below shops.
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22nd February 2007, 02:01 AM
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Hey Shane and gang, I just jumped on to ask...
Hey Shane and gang,
I just jumped on to ask this very question, can anyone tell me who makes this system installed on BHG on Friday.
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17th January 2007, 02:06 AM
Thread: Merbau Gates
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Perhaps post a photo so we can see it....
Perhaps post a photo so we can see it....
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9th January 2007, 12:25 AM
Thread: Merbau Gates
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Hi Bomb and Forum, Neighbour and I are going...
Hi Bomb and Forum,
Neighbour and I are going to rebuild our fence with combination of limestone blocks in piers and timber, maybe merabu as the slats in the same size as decking boards.
Has... -
6th January 2007, 01:38 AM
Thread: Converting window into a door
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Hey Joe (that sounds like a song...) I have...
Hey Joe (that sounds like a song...)
I have the same situation, however knocking out 4 brick courses. Question for the forum, how would I secure an aluframe double doors to the existing double... -
3rd January 2007, 11:54 PM
Thread: Carpet Recomendations - Perth
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Thanks Celeste....any more folks - keep them...
Thanks Celeste....any more folks - keep them coming.
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2nd January 2007, 01:06 AM
Thread: Carpet Recomendations - Perth
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Carpet Recomendations - Perth
Hello Chaps,
I'll post this one here and see how goes...
To complement the wood floating floor going down shortly, I am recarpeting the main bedrooms and lounge dining areas. 67m2 in total... -
21st December 2006, 10:45 PM
Thread: Pond Pumps
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Yes the Laguna was reccommended to me by the chap...
Yes the Laguna was reccommended to me by the chap at Creative. At >200 a bit expensive, however gets a good review. I'll have to save up....Current pump is a Watermaster 3000. Have shortened the...
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20th December 2006, 10:34 PM
Thread: Best Brand Paint for Indoor Walls
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Yes thanks, well that might explain why the...
Yes thanks, well that might explain why the Solver brand is not as good as the cans are light in weight and fairly thin to apply compared to others that I have used.
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20th December 2006, 12:45 AM
Thread: Best Brand Paint for Indoor Walls
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Does anyone care?? :(
Does anyone care?? :(
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18th December 2006, 01:00 AM
Thread: Best Brand Paint for Indoor Walls
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Best Brand Paint for Indoor Walls
Howdy Chaps.
This one sure to get some fired up responses (I hope). Just coming to a close on internal renos with kitchens, bathrooms, painting next.
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16th December 2006, 01:51 AM
Thread: Pond Pumps
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Pond Pumps
Well chaps, it's always great putting a question out there to the forum and see what comes back.
I have a 2000l rectangular pond with about 2 doz gold fish all living pretty happily, however I... -
6th December 2006, 01:11 AM
Thread: Fire Bricks in Perth for Pizza Oven
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Fire Bricks in Perth for Pizza Oven
Hello Chaps,
Planning on building my DIY Pizza oven as part of backyard renos over the xmas hols and have been reading alot about it on the net.
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6th December 2006, 12:54 AM
Thread: ReCycle AirCond Water System
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Thanks chaps, my largish Brivis unit is faily new...
Thanks chaps, my largish Brivis unit is faily new and dumps the water regularly during the really hot weather, beleived to be for health reasons and efficiency of the aircond inside the house.
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5th December 2006, 12:59 AM
Thread: ReCycle AirCond Water System
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ReCycle AirCond Water System
Hi Everyone,
My crafty neighbour suggested that I rig up some system to catch the water from my Evaporative Air cond unit that is dumped every hour or so and trickle feed it to my trees in the... -
29th November 2006, 12:44 AM
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Thanks Chaps, Looking at 5x3m - 15m2 so if...
Thanks Chaps,
Looking at 5x3m - 15m2 so if that is any indication, I might be OK. Will check with CoJoondalup to see what they say.
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28th November 2006, 02:16 AM
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How big a Shed before council approval required in Perth?
Howdy chaps,
The good wife says to me why don't you get yourself a biger shed - I just about fell off my chair. I know it will cost me an eternity ring or something, but hey it's going to be...