using recycled reds in walls - with attic in roof
Thanks for your input Chris.
nailing metal connectors by hand, does this comply to code
Thanks Chippy,
Good to know that hand nailing is the way to go.
I'm content to have the elbow pain, its my own build.
nailing metal connectors by hand, does this comply to code
I just bought a bostich framing nail gun, it is a display model and was missing the additional quick change metal connector nailing tip.
I have a couple of rooms to…
Underpinning an internal wall, DIY solutions
Thanks for the input. The wall is not defective, but I am considering an attic which will put more demand on the footings. So I am wondering what options…
Underpinning an internal wall, DIY solutions
Is there any process do-able by an owner builder (DIY) that can be used to underpin an internal wall. My neighbour recently underpinned his external walls, by digging out…
using recycled reds in walls - with attic in roof
Thanks Chris,
I follow what you are saying. The final design would need a masonry specification.
I am thinking my question now is, what assumptions are made about the recylcled red bricks…
using recycled reds in walls - with attic in roof
I want to use recycled reds for a rustic appearance on internal walls, (maxi bricks on externtal) however I plan for an attic room, so the internal recycled red…
How to minimise building certification & engineering fees
Hi Chris,
re: your comment.
"On a 45 deg pitched roof you also might want to consider a bay dormer window
Cheers
Chris"
Can you post or link to an example bay dormer window.
Some sites…
How to choose/assess a potential building inspector/surveyor
I have since come to the conclusion that, sketchup pro includes enough for BIM (my limited requirements), with the included LayOut.
If I were to use sketchup make (free) then I…
How to choose/assess a potential building inspector/surveyor
I don't have any background in design or architecture.
I am using an old academic version of Revit which I am using more for evaluation as the design/beyond the floor plan…
How to choose/assess a potential building inspector/surveyor
Thanks for the info,
I take your point on the entirety of the loft spec.
Re: 3D BIM, as you might recall from another of my posts that you answered, I'm doing…
How to choose/assess a potential building inspector/surveyor
I am in WA and need to hire a building surveyor, can anyone offer advice on what to ask, how to assess potential candidates.
I also need to hire an…
changing platform floor to cut in floor
I have a very old (1897) Jarrah framed house in WA and I want to do some remedial work on the isolated brick piers which necessitates me removing the…
How to minimise building certification & engineering fees
I much appreciate your reply.
I've confused you here. I want to build a liveable area in the Attic/Loft with a staircase ( I'm confused over Brit and US usage) so…
How to minimise building certification & engineering fees
As an OB I am designing an extension on an old 1900s Jarah framed house. (now brick veneer)
I will replace the colonial hipped roof with a gabled roof and add…