tomthechippy posted:Render and Expansion Gaps
Markus1984,
it can be fixed but being picky like you are 
but are entitled to be so, the entire wall would need the render removed…
tomthechippy posted:Repairing Cracks in interior walls of 1905 Stone Home
I cant help you with salvage yards in Adelaide as I'm based in Sydney. If you are looking to replace the cornices with same profile you can get it match…
tomthechippy posted:Tiling splashback advice
I have * before with this same problem with a client not wanting to replace plasterboard, but it was villa board (fibre cement) in this case. Most tiling adhesives break…
tomthechippy posted:Possible building defects? Advice please.
All reinforcement in slabs must have at least 40mm of cover at all times. The standard for walls being out of plumb is 10mm over 2.7m by the Building Code…
tomthechippy posted:sealing exterior window frame
DO NOT USE ESTOPOL!!! lol you can buy a arsnic based product to help treat the timber but its pretty full on stuff, and if the timber has already rotted…
tomthechippy posted:Front door question
oh and also, im unsure weather entrance doors come standard with frosted glass, but if it a custom door then it could have been fitted
tomthechippy posted:Front door question
seems like alot of hate towards us builders!!
just check the door schedule on the plan that will determine what the builder is required to supply. you don't have to talk…
tomthechippy posted:How do I determine wind rating on second hand windows?
im not sure if this applies for the windows your buying, from experience there is 'stamp' on the glass of the window which shows manufacturer and window type. if you…
tomthechippy posted:Do these windows look right to you?
they do look fine depending on the finish you are after.
personally i would have altered the reveal size so they don't protrude like they do, and assuming you are after…
