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mckelvie

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Joined 13 January 2010
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14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Ceasarstone Ginger - Anyone?

Sorry all - another ceasarstone question - but has anybody used this colour (ginger) for their benchtop.
I have a sample of it, and to me the ginger throws a little…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Rich Chocolate Brown Wood

Have you had a look at bamboo?
There is a lovely coffee colour which might suit :)

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
A & E's Panorama - Settling in... and LOVING it!

Wow you look absolutely amazing! and your bouquet is so beautiful too!
No wonder they picked your photo :)

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Build time on Contract - is this average???

Im not sure about a standard build time but the house you are building would definitely factor into the decision.
The difference between a single storey home and double storey can…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Home Loan Balance

Or... you could make sure on your new loan you have a redraw facility set up - put the money in the bank against your loan - save on interest…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
home colour generator

Thankyou for these links Kaytee and dewill :)

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Pool Maintenance cost

In the pool I have now (fibre glass with pool cover - no heating) there is really no big expense.
I have the pool guys come out once a year to…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
zircon's build with SPH - Moved in

I think you should post the "tap" picture ::wink::

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Bamboo Flooring?

Sorry so late getting back to you on this..
We have 200sqm being laid of their engineered bamboo - coffee colour, plus 20 stair treads and nosings. The stairs are…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Reputable Pool Companies in Perth

Hi Onc,
Its estimated up to 14 days for the concrete shell of the pool (I am assuming because of curing?) then we cover the pool up with the scaffolding and…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Reputable Pool Companies in Perth

I have just finished (and have now signed up) getting quotations on a concrete pool.
Our pool was 8m x 4.5m - geometric, but the placing off the pool was the…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Kitchen colours & Blackbutt flooring

I think Mrs B benchtop was granite "Bianco Romano".

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Removing Streaks in Stainless Steel

Hi Evel,
This will probably sound really silly, but olive oil works - my Aunty swears by it and Ive seen her use it.
Apply a little to cloth - rub in…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Polished Concrete Floors for Living Areas. Good Idea?

Really wow! It is lighter and brighter than some of the samples I have seen that state white! Would love to see a photo of the floor then!…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Polished Concrete Floors for Living Areas. Good Idea?

My DH and I are definitely going polished concrete on our ground floor - however where we are coming up stumps right now is the actually mix itself.
Hope this is…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
De Novo - Lets talk decorative lighting

The one I liked was only $7980 USD
Bad taste maybe LOL ????

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
zircon's build with SPH - Moved in

Congratz Zircon :: ::

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
De Novo - Lets talk decorative lighting

Thanks Michelle :) will do :)

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
De Novo - Lets talk decorative lighting

Number 3 is to die for!!!
LOVE IT :D :D :D

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
zircon's build with SPH - Moved in

Good luck with that :lol: :lol: :lol:
My 10 year old is a little bit…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Keeping track of costs

Its excel for me as well.
Again running costs column, plus estimates...

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Caesarstone upgrades..which option to choose?

I agree go the 40mm my SIL has this and it looks fantastic :)

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Our CVale Build - Plans submitted *happy dance*

I think that is it Jodie get rid of the island bench! and I would be much happier. U Shaped kitchen it is I guess - however thats not…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Our CVale Build - Plans submitted *happy dance*

Ok Im so very excited - I didnt realize that my DH had already completed engineering drawings and the plans were submitted last week! so now just waiting on…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Bamboo Flooring?

I actually went into zhu bamboo today (previously visited bamboozle- adore the bamwood)
Was very impressed with their setup and their warranty 25 years!

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
mr smith&mrs_smiths building adventures-update pg12-DIY

Mrs Smith it looks gorgeous!
and your kitchen and that splashback :shock: 8) :shock:

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
peterstannard homes, WA

Hi Sveta,
Just found your thread and have been looking at your blog :D
Love your colour selections - the red splashback is soooo…

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Our first OB What a ride

Congrats Dirkadirk ::
Now Im really looking forward to your progress pics 8)

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Issys 'Hamilton Alfresco'- YEY, guess what?...HAND-OVER

Wow great news!!
You must be feeling so relieved Issy Jo ::smile::

14 years14 yearsmckelviemckelvie posted:
Our CVale Build - Plans submitted *happy dance*

Hi Miss Petepie,
We are hoping for the middle to end of March *fingers crossed* for council approval. Im hoping my DH will be on their case day by day.
As…

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