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10 years10 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Filling gaps between window and house frame

Tear up insulation and pack it lightly or use a can of expanding foam and cut off the excess. I did the first option at my place and it works…

10 years10 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Building an Extension in Adelaide. Ideas please??

Just seen this^.
My Mum done a double brick extension with this guy in semaphore, he did a great job it's a few years old now and there have been…

10 years10 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Any recommendations for a Windows suppy and install

I had eco classic windows delivered to Adelaide and find them fantastic. The only thing that annoys me now is the winders keep failing. I need them be taken off…

10 years10 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?

The carbon removes smells. $8800 sounds pretty good, I would be happy to pay that.

10 years10 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?

I used this mob:
http://www.airchange.com.au/
But the link you provided looks really good. Do they have a option with a carbon filter? Have you asked for a price?
Please…

10 years10 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Help with data points

Make sure you have a phone point in the garage where you have the modem for adsl. From there you run all your network cables out to your house. For…

10 years10 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Leaving man hole open to cool down area?

I do this all the time in a single story home. Just leave a window down stairs open and it will keep the air moving upwards out the whirly bird.
Try…

11 years11 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Aircraft noise + custom windows

If you can find these in Australia It would be worth considering, They wouldn't come cheap though.
http://www.halo-uk.com/index.php?option ... Itemid=299
I have had no luck finding them.

11 years11 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?

About $1500. I did all the work myself though.

11 years11 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?

Well I finally got around to installing the unit. So far I am happy with it, even though I bought a unit smallest unit it still does a great job.…

11 years11 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?

Not really sure.
I guess everyday activities like showering and then having wet towels sitting there, with water on the floor. Cooking, washing clothes etc. Combine with the house being…

11 years11 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?

The windows are already double glazed. I think condensation is worse just because of the high humidity in the house. This the reason I was looking for options for introducing…

11 years11 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?

I have been having trouble with as well. In winter I have problems with condensation on the inside of my windows and even in summer the house will smell musky…

11 years11 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Cuttng out sound entering through the window

Have a look here... Wish I had some more money.
http://www.vantagealuminium.com.au/soun ... /sound.htm

11 years11 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
illume shaftless skylights - Has anyone installed one yet?

Has anyone got links with prices for both of these products? Google is not friend with the prices on these things.

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Fixed Window Shutter

Are you looking for external mount or internal mount. I would like to get some for external but have no way of opening and closing the shutter.

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Cuttng out sound entering through the window

No they don't have the sash locks at the ends. They were fitted to the window in my bathroom though.
Cheers

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Cuttng out sound entering through the window

Just so you know I have Eco classic windows with the RW39. In most cases they do block a lot of noise coming through the windows, it kind of sounds…

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Inspector in Adelaide for building codes only.

Thanks Darren, I found a guy though. Probably wasn't what I was after but told me that I needed a lawyer which will be happening soon.

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Inspector in Adelaide for building codes only.

Can anyone recommend a building inspector in Adelaide that really knows his stuff when it comes to meeting building codes? I'm not after someone who comes in to tell me…

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Timber look Porcelain tiles - Melbourne

I went looking for these in Adelaide and couldn't find them anywhere except italia ceramics and they were around $130sqm. I thought they were new to the market as well.
Let…

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
The greatest carpet in the world has arrived in OZ !

I was meant to get a call when this new carpet came in, is it in SA yet?

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Which company to choose

I have eco classic windows. I actually went over to Melbourne to check them out before getting them. ( I'm from Adelaide ) House is not completed yet but if…

12 years12 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
eco classic

How much did you pay for a truck? I explored that option and it was dearer than getting the windows delivered ( to SA). My windows should be coming on…

13 years13 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
hush glass vs double glazing

I am in exactly the same situation as you. I am currently building near an airport and absolutely hate noise pollution. While I have not yet finished I spent a…

13 years13 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Proposed Speed Hump on our Road

All your concerns are valid.
We have had them installed out the back of where we are staying. We never had a problem with cars speeding - only doing burnouts down…

13 years13 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Roof colour for Basix & NatHERS

Well I am getting surf mist for my roof and am spending to much time trying to make the facade color scheme to work with it. So just like you…

13 years13 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Our custom build in the Barossa - Guided Tour Anyone?????

I don't have proper thread - yet. I'm not building in Lobethal, I used to live at Kersbrook where I did a extension/reno using the same builder who I got…

13 years13 yearsaza0aza0 posted:
Our custom build in the Barossa - Guided Tour Anyone?????

Does your builder use Kersbrook cabinet makers by any chance? If so are you happy with quality? I'm using a builder from lobethal who uses Kersbrook cabinet makers. I love…

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