Maybe a brick tie?

What type of wall construction is it? If you are hanging curtains from the inside (i assume) then it must be a double brick construction. Alternatively could it be a…

Thanks Stewie D. That is really helpful. Cheers

Interesting discussion. So the plan is to encase the sewer line and build the extension/new house over it? Maybe i'm missing something but how can one get access to the…

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We are thinking of purchasing a unit in a 1974-ish development. The development is a multi-unit apartment block 3 storey high with ground floor being allocated for garages and the…

You could have an almost transparent balustrade made of stainless steel wire or glass which wont compromise your views

Flashing to drain the water out through the weep holes, maybe?
AS

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Yeah, saving on footings is the good argument in favor of lightweight clad I agree.

Alexi

Thanks for the answer. It's actually something I was thinking about doing for my own future house rather then buy>renovate>sell scheme. I can see a lot of relatively cheap fibro…

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I was wondering if anyone had experience of converting old fibro cottage into the brick veneer house. The cottage is raised above the ground about 500-750mm and is built on…

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I'm not a builder but I think it could be done as an add-on later (although the craftsmanship has to be of very high standard making sure joinery fits perfectly…