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11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
Technika Oven Exploded

Technika Bellissimo B9GEFTSSC comes with a wok adaptor?

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

There is plenty of room behind the wine rack. The wine rack only half way of the fridge space. Btw the position of the tap is depended on the plumber…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

I got it high up as well. I think this is a better position than on the bottom. It won't restrict your fridge depth position.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
Retaining wall position after concrete? (see drawing)

Timber sleepers with steel posts.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

If is higher than RL, you don't have to worry rain water going into your garage when it rains heavily. Talk to your admin.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

After 100mm site cut your house, it seems that it's still higher than RL. Current FFL 100.885. After 100mm cut, should be 100.785. Check your admin. My RL is…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Do you know your road level?

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

100mm seems not much. Just 10cm should not be fine after slab in. Also check what is your FFL on plan. Make sure is the same level or higher than…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Yes, once contract is signed, Carlisle will apply for council building permit. Some councils may need you to have assert protection permit too.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Not sure about skipping Tender appt is a good or bad idea but I'm sure you can still change things before you sign your contract on the day. I had…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

I'm glad to hear that you had a good experience with Carlisle Homes. My PCI will be next week. Same here. Don't want them to rush it, should there is…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Congratulations nashvilleblue! From PCI to settlement it took a month for you?

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
Where to place retaining wall? See drawing

Thanks BeatrixKiddo for your reply. I have now decided to put the retaining wall at the fence and put concrete all the way to the retaining wall. If i want…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
Outwest Concrete good?

Thanks Liliana! I'm glad you are happy. I normally hear people saying Boral Exposed that why I put this question here to find out on people's experience with Outwest. Thanks.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
Outwest Concrete good?

Hi all, does anyone know if Outwest Concrete good? I'm thinking of using Exposed Aggregate concrete and my concreter told me he is using Outwest Concrete.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

I heard about the old selection center! Oh gosh, sometimes too much choice is a bad thing. Lol.
Thanks for the info about colour browse vs colour selection staff. I…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

When i did my colour browsing and selection, it was at the old building. Now, with the new Spectra centre, i think you will feel more confusing in what to…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

I did have security screen doors. They are expensive. About $600-$700 for a standard door and $1000 for stainless steel type. All windows come with locks.
Good luck with your colour…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
Retaining wall position after concrete? (see drawing)

Hi all,
I'm building on a slope (higher at front) however my land was filled approx 700mm while my neighbours cut down theirs. I have to do some retaining walls but…

Retaining wall position after concrete? (see drawing)
11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
Where to place retaining wall? See drawing

Hi all,
I'm building on a slope (higher at front) however my land was filled approx 700mm while my neighbours cut down theirs. I have to do some retaining walls but…

Where to place retaining wall? See drawing
11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

I'm sure all walls will come with insulation as I have seen mine installed before plastering. As for roof upgrade, you can get an idea of the cost on colour…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

sorry, i thought you have gone thru colour selection. You will be given a standard floor plan on colour browsering. There will be electrical plan too. You can see where…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Electrical plan will come together with Tender Document. Please check every page and line! They do make mistake.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

To know more about your land, check here http://services.land.vic.gov.au/landcha ... pIntro.jsp
If the land is titled, more info are displayed.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

I have flyscreen for slidling windows. Is easy to remove from outside but will be difficult from inside given those on 1st floor of double storey.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Carlisle don't do bamboo. I have to organise my own. Hardwood is expensive so not many ppl will opt for it. They will organise themself.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Yes, rangehood vent go direct out to wall. And toilet/bathroom vent goes out to roof.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Builders use those windows for upstairs so that there is no issue with council building permit. Otherwise, council will have some sort requirement if your windows can see directly into…

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
The CARLISLE HOMES & SPECTRA General Information Thread

Is your area bush fire prone area? My friend had foil as his house was in BFP area before authority downgraded it now.

11 years11 yearsiHelloiHello posted:
Fencing Question

Thanks Liliana for your good advice. I will take note of that.

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