Flatlined posted:Securing a fly screen to a painted wooden frame.
Hi, I would think glue on its own wouldn't hold the screen material as taut as it should be. You could possibly staple it to the frame and then fix…
Flatlined posted:verandah not as planned.photos!what to do? update new photos
Bracing mad? I don't think its an overkill to suggest at least one form of solid bracing somewhere within the structure. I wouldn't know what winds it will be subjected…
Flatlined posted:verandah not as planned.photos!what to do? update new photos
Arfur you guessed it correctly, I don't have a roof plumbing background. I have sheeted a couple roofs here and there over the years but I'd be kidding myself if…
Flatlined posted:Lattice screening at top of fence
Colorbond or plastic are very good alternatives to the flimsy timber ones which start to look old rather quickly. Do you have a Stratco shop or similar in your area?
Flatlined posted:Kitchen window,with cupboards above-how big?
Hi delatite13,
You will need to mention your ceiling height too.
Flatlined posted:How to build stud walls within existing sloped ceiling?
Assuming you have the room to build it inside and lift the wall up without any interference a flat top plate will be fine. Alternatively you can fix your top…
Flatlined posted:verandah not as planned.photos!what to do? update new photos
When I saw the first pics I assumed the framework wasn't finished so I was surprised to see that in fact was the whole frame. They stated a 1.8m timber…
Flatlined posted:Extending Renovation
Hi Trev,
Your sure to get plenty of ideas and advice from the people here. Will you be starting a build thread because I'd love to see photo's of the house…
Flatlined posted:How to build stud walls within existing sloped ceiling?
Cyberman, I would fix the top and bottom plates in place first. Then cut the studs starting from longest to shortest (making sure the bows of the studs are all…
Flatlined posted:verandah not as planned.photos!what to do? update new photos
Are those roof sheets safe and ok with the lack of timber framing underneath? I don't have much experience with bullnose verandahs in particular but I've done a few of…
Flatlined posted:What screws to use for HardieFlex?
Is your roof tiles or colorbond? If it's tiled then its very easy to get to by sliding/pushing back a few roof tiles. Colorbond will require unscrewing the sheet.
Are your…
Flatlined posted:verandah not as planned.photos!what to do? update new photos
Uncle Arfur, you could see that coming couldn't you? 
Great info you've provided and I agree with your comments.
Mary, I wouldn't accept those post…
Flatlined posted:What screws to use for HardieFlex?
You will need to use toggle bolts or similar. Screws on their own wont hold in 4.5mm cement sheet. Another option is to install a timber noggin on top of…
Flatlined posted:Skirting Boards - Why won't builders leave them off?
As long as its in writing I can't see why any builder would say no. I doubt any volume builder has strict rules regarding skirting so in most cases it…
Flatlined posted:Anyone built in the FLAME ZONE??!!
Surely they would specify some minimum requirements for "alternate solutions". The council should be able to supply you with more details than that. If you don't mind me asking, what…
Flatlined posted:Need a HDMI Cable? ... read this first!
Aldi in Melbourne will have 2 meter HDMI cables for under $10 later this week.
Flatlined posted:Framing stage concerns, advice please
Is there any wall wrap behind that brickwork?
That noggin should really be replaced as its too short.
Doing the brickwork before frame is completed doesn't allow for the inspector to see…
Flatlined posted:Brick Mortar
Did the builder get it changed? Did it cost you anything?
Flatlined posted:Aus Standard for depth of drainage pipe ?
"AG drains must be laid a minimum of 400mm into the soil and 100mm below any
adjacent footing or pavement"
I got that info from this pdf
Flatlined posted:Clothes hanging rail
I recently bought an to put in laundry. I liked the idea of raising it to the roof. I haven't put it up as yet so I can only…
Flatlined posted:Need a HDMI Cable? ... read this first!
Good to know because some cables are ridiculously overpriced. I had to buy a new foxtel cable and they wanted almost $200 to post one to me. I was sure…
Flatlined posted:Removing a shower base - DIY?
Installation is not too hard. Here's a pdf with install instructions http://www.marbletrend.com.au/uploads/I ... YQyPYQ.pdf
Have fun smashing the old one to pieces 
Flatlined posted:When did they start using PVC for water pipes?
I was still thinking about water pipes 
hahaha
Cheers Rocka
Flatlined posted:When did they start using PVC for water pipes?
Cheers Darrell, I thought that would be the reason. Just wondered if it also helped to avoid water hammer.
Flatlined posted:how can you tell if a pipe is missing
I think it would be common practice for builders to use a single pipe. I wouldn't worry about it.
Flatlined posted:When did they start using PVC for water pipes?
I was the same Casa, I didn't like the plastic when I first saw it but after some research I found out it was an excellent alternative to copper. I…
Flatlined posted:Urgent help needed----What's wrong with my ceiling????
Who's your builder?
They really should fix it because it looks terrible and would be an unacceptable finish in anyone's eyes. The plaster clearly wasn't sanded or at best it…
Flatlined posted:how can you tell if a pipe is missing
You must be referring to the conduit pipes. I would think the main reason for the two pipes is to keep water and electricity separate. I'm not sure if that's…
Flatlined posted:When did they start using PVC for water pipes?
The pvc is more forgiving than copper. If you hit a copper pipe it will flatten, if you bend it it will easily kink. You can test it out yourself…
