aza0 posted:Filling gaps between window and house frame
Tear up insulation and pack it lightly or use a can of expanding foam and cut off the excess. I did the first option at my place and it works…
aza0 posted:Building an Extension in Adelaide. Ideas please??
Just seen this^.
My Mum done a double brick extension with this guy in semaphore, he did a great job it's a few years old now and there have been…
aza0 posted:Any recommendations for a Windows suppy and install
I had eco classic windows delivered to Adelaide and find them fantastic. The only thing that annoys me now is the winders keep failing. I need them be taken off…
aza0 posted:Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?
The carbon removes smells. $8800 sounds pretty good, I would be happy to pay that.
aza0 posted:Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?
I used this mob:
http://www.airchange.com.au/
But the link you provided looks really good. Do they have a option with a carbon filter? Have you asked for a price?
Please…
aza0 posted:Help with data points
Make sure you have a phone point in the garage where you have the modem for adsl. From there you run all your network cables out to your house. For…
aza0 posted:Leaving man hole open to cool down area?
I do this all the time in a single story home. Just leave a window down stairs open and it will keep the air moving upwards out the whirly bird.
Try…
aza0 posted:Aircraft noise + custom windows
If you can find these in Australia It would be worth considering, They wouldn't come cheap though.
http://www.halo-uk.com/index.php?option ... Itemid=299
I have had no luck finding them.
aza0 posted:Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?
About $1500. I did all the work myself though.
aza0 posted:Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?
Well I finally got around to installing the unit. So far I am happy with it, even though I bought a unit smallest unit it still does a great job.…
aza0 posted:Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?
Not really sure.
I guess everyday activities like showering and then having wet towels sitting there, with water on the floor. Cooking, washing clothes etc. Combine with the house being…
aza0 posted:Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?
The windows are already double glazed. I think condensation is worse just because of the high humidity in the house. This the reason I was looking for options for introducing…
aza0 posted:Maintaining good air quality in an energy-efficient house?
I have been having trouble with as well. In winter I have problems with condensation on the inside of my windows and even in summer the house will smell musky…
aza0 posted:Cuttng out sound entering through the window
Have a look here... Wish I had some more money.
http://www.vantagealuminium.com.au/soun ... /sound.htm
aza0 posted:illume shaftless skylights - Has anyone installed one yet?
Has anyone got links with prices for both of these products? Google is not friend with the prices on these things.
aza0 posted:Fixed Window Shutter
Are you looking for external mount or internal mount. I would like to get some for external but have no way of opening and closing the shutter.
aza0 posted:Cuttng out sound entering through the window
No they don't have the sash locks at the ends. They were fitted to the window in my bathroom though.
Cheers
aza0 posted:Cuttng out sound entering through the window
Just so you know I have Eco classic windows with the RW39. In most cases they do block a lot of noise coming through the windows, it kind of sounds…
aza0 posted:Inspector in Adelaide for building codes only.
Thanks Darren, I found a guy though. Probably wasn't what I was after but told me that I needed a lawyer which will be happening soon.
aza0 posted:Inspector in Adelaide for building codes only.
Can anyone recommend a building inspector in Adelaide that really knows his stuff when it comes to meeting building codes? I'm not after someone who comes in to tell me…
aza0 posted:Timber look Porcelain tiles - Melbourne
I went looking for these in Adelaide and couldn't find them anywhere except italia ceramics and they were around $130sqm. I thought they were new to the market as well.
Let…
aza0 posted:The greatest carpet in the world has arrived in OZ !
I was meant to get a call when this new carpet came in, is it in SA yet?
aza0 posted:Which company to choose
I have eco classic windows. I actually went over to Melbourne to check them out before getting them. ( I'm from Adelaide ) House is not completed yet but if…
aza0 posted:eco classic
How much did you pay for a truck? I explored that option and it was dearer than getting the windows delivered ( to SA). My windows should be coming on…
aza0 posted:hush glass vs double glazing
I am in exactly the same situation as you. I am currently building near an airport and absolutely hate noise pollution. While I have not yet finished I spent a…
aza0 posted:Proposed Speed Hump on our Road
All your concerns are valid.
We have had them installed out the back of where we are staying. We never had a problem with cars speeding - only doing burnouts down…
aza0 posted:Roof colour for Basix & NatHERS
Well I am getting surf mist for my roof and am spending to much time trying to make the facade color scheme to work with it. So just like you…
aza0 posted:Our custom build in the Barossa - Guided Tour Anyone?????
I don't have proper thread - yet. I'm not building in Lobethal, I used to live at Kersbrook where I did a extension/reno using the same builder who I got…
aza0 posted:Our custom build in the Barossa - Guided Tour Anyone?????
Does your builder use Kersbrook cabinet makers by any chance? If so are you happy with quality? I'm using a builder from lobethal who uses Kersbrook cabinet makers. I love…
