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Renosmakemeweary

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Joined 15 January 2009
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15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Making an offer

Sounds good in theory but would never wash in practice...

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
shower hob and frameless shower

Glue the hob to the floor , waterproof over the hob and tile over the waterproofing membrane.

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Our Bathroom Renovation Journey

That does look amazing! It will look even better when finished too. Well done...

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Our Bathroom Renovation Journey

Thank you for the progress pics!!!
Looks great so far and the builder looks like he's doing a very good job ::

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Our Bathroom Renovation Journey

Sounds like a great opportunity! Get photos up for us now of the bare joists and studs! I love the nitty gritty stuff...

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Shower disaster - what now???

Well done getting finished and overcoming such a potentially terrible problem ::
Enjoy the new bathroom and get on with the kitchen! :lol:

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Post War Reno in Mt.Gravatt Qld.

All prices are very approximate! Give us some sizes and pictures and we can help more.
Welcome to the forum BTW :D

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
the building inpsection report is bad...what happens now?

Well done! The house is probably cheaper than others in the area due to it's condition and with a bit of TLC you'll make a heap of money fixing it…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
First time bathroom renovation

Couple of quick pics to show how I built my niche in the shower. Might give you the idea.
Wall design

Waterproofed
Tiled
You can't see it but the tiles in the base of…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
complete bathroom reno

You'll do it easy.... Unless you get stuck watching the footy or something! I hate it when I get into it and someone drops in for a visit!
Good luck and…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
gutter and fascia replacing help !!

Both jobs quite easy. Guttering is definately easier with 2 sets of hands. Lengths of gutter can bend and kink easily... Facia is easy.
Getting level facia and correct fall…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Yay - ensuite renovations... Nearly done!!!

Nice job! ::
Love the colour choices too. Well done. Keep the updates coming please. I don't often comment because I'm too lazy but I do…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Cooktop burners gets dirty easily

i use a green scourer and scrub/polish them.

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Tiling before or after the vanity unit

I reckon that a vanity on top of tiles is the best way to go. If you want to replace the vanity in years to come then you don't have…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
DIY Driveway

Talk to Dulux (or similar) about what paint ot use. Regular paint can just peel off with hot tyres going over it.

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
bathroom, toilet & laundry flooring..

Definately use ceramic tile underlay from Hardies and don't forget about waterproofing! I would try to get all floors on same level too. 1/2 tile on angle sounds a bit…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
They think they know better

women scare me...

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
HDD Recorder

Tivo is great. Best hdd recorder I've ever had. With twin high def tuners and the simple interface, it is simply unbeatable in my opinion.
Contrary to popular belief you can…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
From 3 to 2 bedrooms. Your thoughts?

My initial thoughts are "big mistake".... You would lose approx. 10% of the property value immediately if you remove a bedroom I reckon... Compound that with the cost of the…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Yay - ensuite renovations... Nearly done!!!

Good effort! I like it all and will be expecting progress pics till completely finished! :lol:
I love watching others progress, it gives me motivation to…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
shifting water drainage

Cannot be done... Sorry

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
ANY HELP ON PAINTING FLOORBOARDS WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED

Good luck with it! Please keep us posted on how you go. That means before and after pics!!! :lol:

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
ANY HELP ON PAINTING FLOORBOARDS WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED

I think that the first pic is a great effect BUT would be very dependant upon ultra high ceilings as that house has...
You say your current floorboards are terrible and…

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
stupid auctions

I am super hot... ::wink::

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Yay - ensuite renovations... Nearly done!!!

Wow! Big job and is looking great. ::
Please keep the pics coming, I love reading others progress.

15 years15 yearsRenosmakemewearyRenosmakemeweary posted:
Making an offer

It is a buyers market and as such houses are being sold on average 5% or more lower than asking price. I would offer 10 % less and negotiate…

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