Building up the soil height
Thanks bashworth.
I have been in two minds about the clay for back filling the retaining wall, but figured with the addition of organic compost etc, then it would break up…
Building up the soil height
Hi all,
I'm all prepared to prep my rear yard for lawns, zeolite, pierlite, spongolite, seamungus, powerfeed, seasol and gogo juice wating in the garage. Rotary Tiller has been borrowed from…
Issues with Damp
Hi All,
I was talking to a neighbour this morning and they mentioned that they had an issue with damp in the lower courses of brickwork. The issue has presented itself…
Dowel Joints in Concrete Path
Hi all,
I'm planning on placing a concrete path around the perimeter of part of my house. The area to be concreted is bordered using a (motered in place) brick border…
Garden Irrigation Questions
Thanks for the detailed response Fu. I've been reading many of your posts and plan to use your soil prep techniques. Also, the link you provided is the best resource…
Garden Irrigation Questions
Hi all,
I am currently trying to plan out my garden irrigation setup. It's important I get this right now because paths are to be installed and my supply lines will…
Changing opening sash of window
The window supplier (Dowell) confirmed that this can be done. Have a quote for $200 for the works to be completed. I wonder if this is something a glazier could…
Changing opening sash of window
Hi,
I am wondering if anyone could advise as to how easy it is to swap the opening and closing halves of an aluminum sliding window? I managed to remove the…
The Outdoor Kitchen!
Outdoor kitchens are great and by the sounds of it you've already put a fair bit thought into the project. I started an outdoor kitchen late last summer, but unfortunately…
Demolition of boundary wall - neighbours object (perth)
How long has the wall been there? I'm not an expert in legal matters, however you may be able to file for Adverse Possession:
Adverse Possession
This is an old doctrine that…
HD and full HD?
Without trying to complicate the matter any further, other than resolution there are additional factors that are just as important to the quality of a TV picture. These include:
contrast ratio:…
In Wall/On Wall Speakers
Thanks smooth. The cabinet looks good. I had a look on the EziKit website, but there wasn't a lot of info. Do you have any more photos you could post?…
In Wall/On Wall Speakers
I'm leaning towards the Axioms for front left, right and centre speakers as well as the Axiom subwoofer and the Paradigm CS-60R speakers for in-ceiling surrounds.
Would consider a pair of…
In Wall/On Wall Speakers
Thanks Rodda.
Unfortunately I feared that the budget would limit my choice of in-wall speaker to the budget/entry level.
Can you suggest any in-walls that I should perhaps look into? The $2K…
In Wall/On Wall Speakers
Hi All,
Currently investigating different options for a 5.1 setup in my living room as well as a stereo setup for my alfresco and bedroom.
I am interested in installing some in-wall/on…
Ladies and Gents, step right up! Mernda & Doreen Residents
Are you sure?
http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/exford-hotel-ruling-fury-over-allnight-bottle-shop-20100310-pxu3.html
Not that I disagree that alcohol causes more damage to the community, but I think you'll find liquor licencing has been getting a lot of airplay lately. But…
CLEAN LANDFILL AVAILABLE - DOREEN AREA
I think there is a sign on Yan Yean Rd just near Hazel Glen Drive asking for clean fill.
Ladies and Gents, step right up! Mernda & Doreen Residents
But having pokies in our community makes it easier for them to indulge in their addiction. It brings it closer to our doorstep.
Ladies and Gents, step right up! Mernda & Doreen Residents
I agree we should all take responsibility for our own actions, but have you ever been exposed to, or lived with a compulsive gambler? Have you ever gone to buy…
Evap cooling - where should the water go?
I visited our build yesterday and noticed that some plumbing had been installed. I was looking at the water waste drain pipes in the ensuite and noticed a pipe running…
Evaporative Cooling Position
Hi all,
Does anyone know if the positioning of an evaporative cooling system can effect its efficiency/effectiveness?
For example, if the cooler is located to the north western side of the house,…
The pitfalls of building first in a new land release
Today I visited our land to check out what is happening with the neighbouring properties because we are hoping to have a site start soon. The land has a mild…
HDMI Cables
Isn't HDMI a digital technology?
I would have thought that over small distances where cable impedence is not a issue that the signal from a HDMI cable would either be on…
Does Bank require building permits before full appproval?
Thanks for the feedback.
If only my broker/bank got results as quick.
Does Bank require building permits before full appproval?
Hi All,
I am currently waiting for loan approval from the CBA. I'm told my application is currently at valuation stage. Does anybody know if the CBA require bulding permits before…
Concrete sleepers as a retaining wall
We are planning on using concrete sleepers for our retaining wall using steel uprights.
From our investigations, the cost of retaining walls will be dependent largely on the site and purpose.…
Any experiences with Silkwood Dream or Abode Living?
Perhaps they have more work than they can handle.
Does anyone know of any positive feedback?