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11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Custom Build in Hills District - Landscaping Finished :-)

It looks nice, I like the symetry you have created with the pairs of windows.
If you want a cool white try Wattyl Flockati, if you want a warmer white try…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
brick and roof , gutter to match - any help ?

What sort of style is your house?

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Mounting your flatscreen?

We had a full data package installed as part of our build. Where the main TV is has data input points down low for the devices and one up…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Steel beams in roof structure

You will find they will comply with a building standard that will be based on your region and the risk of natural disasters. As a general rule the weight…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Sloping Block Questions

We are building a custom design on a sloping block too with a drop of over 3m. I think you have had some good responses here and agree that…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Building Doom and Gloom

Choosing a builder is definitely a tricky thing. This is my 2nd build, my husbands 1st. My 1st build was in WA with a company that no longer…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Garage height - extend for 4WD or not?

Our garage is 24c which is fine for my imax but what you need to be careful of is that the height of the door space entry is lower than…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Windows not centred. - brickwork nearly complete

This is so true, all our windows have been fine and I have measured our rooms and they were ok - I was told to check this by a friend…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
dislike selections?

I've gone really neutral throughout and did not really follow any of the current trends. We plan on living in our house for about the next 30 years so…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Brisbane Builders - Any out there???

I got a steel frame because I have paranioa about termites. I spoke to a carpenter who explained to me the standards for wooden frames and indicated some builders…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Downlights installed by builder

Our install was included in our cost with our normal variations and all up was $2314 which included 10 additional powerpoints, 35 lights installed, 5 fanlights installed, 2 exhaust fan…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Brisbane Build Nearly Finished - Wooden Floors Laid

So excited its nearly a finished house - We Have Floors!
The majority of the rooms are NSW Spotted Gum.

The images below are the main living area in ARC…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Advice on tap position for freestanding bath

We have gone for a freestanding bath too. When discussing the taps with our designer we only ever discussed free standing and out of the built in hob. …

Advice on tap position for freestanding bath
11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Skating lounges!

I presume you have protectors under your lounge to stop it scatching the floor and its is these that are causing the slipping. Why don't you get some non-stick…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Daedalus Goodlife Thread - PCI done, the final wait

I think your splashback looks great - wishing I have gone for glass rather than tiles (might have to retrofit).
Definitely would not change yours.

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Brisbane Builders - Any out there???

Our build has cost us about $1200 sqm, and that is fully finished (upgraded flooring, fully painted, modified kitchen, caeserstone benchtops, wide door, steel frame, aircon, data wired / data…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Brisbane Builders - Any out there???

I am currently building with GJ Gardner Brisbane North and so far have found them excellent. They have plans or will work up a plan to your specs -…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Fridge in WIP/Scullery - Good or Bad Idea?

Thanks for the compliment.
You would get on well with my hubby - we have hinged doors on most of our robes as he hates sliding ones, and our whole house…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
How much do you contact/bug/harrass your builder??

I have a fantastic SS. At the beginning of our build he gave me his phone number and said to call any time for any issues as he prefers…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Cut and Fill Quality

I think it depends upon what the soil is, unless this guys is a soil engineer or a structural engineer I wouldn't pay too much attention.
Our block…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Fridge in WIP/Scullery - Good or Bad Idea?

Its definitely an individual thing hence the reason I don't have a sink in mine and others do.
The kitchen triangle point and the family flow issues are definitely valid…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Fridge in WIP/Scullery - Good or Bad Idea?

We had a similar issue but ours was to do with whether putting the fridge in the pantry would allow us to maximise the bench space. We considered two…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
What Was Missed In Final Inspection?

That info and examples you sent me were great and after reading it I think we are fine. We have a skillion colourbond roof and have two expanses. …

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
Master Bedroom - What size?

Our current master is 3.2 x 3.6. We have the bed on the long wall and the foot of the bed is opposite the ensuite / WIR door. …

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
How much were your upgrades?

Thats a weird caveat isn't it, most caveats I have come across relate to the external look or overall size of the house, its not like anyone from outside is…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
fairmont house quotes

Thats really strange that those sorts of things would not be inclusions. I know there are builders who basically build a shell for the customer to fit out but…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
McDonald Jones Homes - The new thread

I suggest you really look into this. I had our place data wired as part of the contract, so it was all done while the house was just a…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
What Was Missed In Final Inspection?

I'm a bit anally retentive - I work in contracting (different field not building) but I have learn't to have EVERYTHING in writing, so ensuring I keep a copy of…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
What Was Missed In Final Inspection?

Ours just has the simple standard pencil profile do you know if caeserstone tends to chip anyway? We have had granite in our current kitchen for 13 years and…

11 years11 yearsDeeMMDeeMM posted:
What Was Missed In Final Inspection?

Thanks for all the additional suggestions they are great and I appreciate your time.
Re carbon paper - the black stuff you put between two sheets of paper so when you…

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