Splashers posted:Feb 2022 - Is there shortage of bricklayer in NSW currently?
The issue with Tradies on New Builds are many depending on the Builders choices of Subbies or Rates.
Since the pandemic a lot of overseas workers left and went home in…
Splashers posted:Screed over toilet waste opening
Ummm I wouldnt let him back if he screeded over it, prob doesnt have much experience
Splashers posted:Bathroom tiles - good or not?
Once tiles installed there will be no way of rectifying it without removing and retiling the areas. The tile trim on edges is set in when tiling as its glued…
Splashers posted:To pack, or not to pack.
Packing to straighten or level things up is common building practice, nothings perfectly straight or even in thickness. The beam will more than likely be straight its probably the timber…
Splashers posted:Bathroom tiles - good or not?
The first photos show that its probably not the tilers works it may started back with the framework not being level, than plasterers following out of level walls as well…
Splashers posted:TILING ISSUE - floor and wall tile grout line far apart
This is standard tiling setouts, Floor Setouts are done to the drain and PC items as the walls are done to fixtures, niches and windows.
If you require Line Matching tile…
Splashers posted:Anyone built with Croft land homes?
Hey Teeze,
I dont think they will answer as they have just joined yeaterday just to post on this particular subject. Click on the posters name and you will see they…
Splashers posted:3mm Grout line & which tile for my main floor
There should be no difference in price between laying with 1.5mm or 3mm its just the size of the spacer.
The real question is are the Tiles chosen Porcelain Rectified Tiles…
Splashers posted:What is going on with this tile grout (or tiles)?
Efflorescence is what is happening, there must be something reacting causing the salts to come to surface of grout and bleeding out.
Splashers posted:splashback tile lippage
The tiler should have advised that the wall is not straight prior to start and gave you the option to proceed or leave it with you to rectify the wall…
Splashers posted:Screeding question
Thats a lot of screeding, reverse the truck up for that amount not bags
Splashers posted:Non Compliant glass splash backs
The only thing you need to avoid is having a large saucepan or pot resting against the glass while cooking. The flame runs under the pan and will damage the…
Splashers posted:Neighbours bolted fence to my wall during construction
The blockoff fence looks just like a quick fix to maybe stop animals from escaping. It is not a good permanent fence. The best way is to knock on the…
Splashers posted:Defect in Caesarstone
Firstly look under your benchtop inside your cabinet or dishwasher area to see if it is Caesar Stone (some companies swap stone for other brands), it should have black roller…
Splashers posted:Clarendon help please (Boston 28)
Kitchen: I would look at swapping fridge to the end next to hallway wall as its the most used appliance in the kitchen and make sure wall depth is 700mm…
Splashers posted:Capped water point unusual cost ($5000)
Any Bidet or hand held shower hose in baths should have RPZ valves fitted by law to comply. The bidet shop dont always tell you all the info as they…
Splashers posted:Composite decking choices
"Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten"
Splashers posted:Composite decking choices
Personally I have trex about 70sq/m of decking in various locations, shaded, full sun and around my fish pond and for 5 years i have had no issues on any…
Splashers posted:Geo fabric or plastic weed mat under deck?
Eko deck requires a certain air gap underneath as per warranty please check this before installing, mould can be an issue. Weed mat and 20mm bluestone/gravel is enough but the…
Splashers posted:Cheaper option to choose than pavers?
Under the deck when it is excavated you should ideally have 30-40cm of air gap between ground and underside of deck. The ground needs a slight natural slope for water…
Splashers posted:Composite decking choices
Trex & Millboard are made different in regards to the amount of plastic used. Modwood & Ekodeck have higher plastic bases which makes them prone to more movement and expansion…
Splashers posted:How to estimate cost for bathroom redo
Best suggestion is to contact 3 Bathroom Renovation companies and ask them to quote, every site n job is different. Best to have your PC Items chosen so you can…
Splashers posted:What is this white pipe at my backyard?
A lot of diagrams for plumbing externally are not always accurate at the pre construction stage, If you have paperwork from Metricon with the plumbing companies details it would be…
Splashers posted:Internal Floor screeding
Yes 20mm is the correct screed depth any thinner and it will have issues. The main issue with screeding than tiling main floors are door heights, adjacent room floor levels,…
Splashers posted:Dark orange stains on ceiling
It could just be Fly poop, do you get a lot of insects inside that are attracted to the light ?
Splashers posted:Tiles in bedroom
The home builder is trying to tell you that the Tile Thickness is different from the Laminate Floor Thickness when they are installed direct to slab but even a slightly…
Splashers posted:Someone pls give me some advice regarding stone in kitchen**
The easiest way to remove benchtops is have the builder install a standard laminate benchtop and a single row of tile above to achieve compliance. The laminate benchtops are only…
Splashers posted:Someone pls give me some advice regarding stone in kitchen**
Builder is saying no due to him be liable to fix or change it if the stone mason he uses can not do this work. The stone masons builders tend…
Splashers posted:House designs with voids
Allworth Waterford
https://allworthhomes.com.au/project/waterford/
