LED Downlights: 1 driver/transformer each or 1 powering all?
It's a new build. Only a junction box in the roof so starting from scratch.
Dimming LED Downlights: PWM (Pulse width modulation)?
In researching dimmers for LED downlights, I came up with the following information:
"Triode for Alternating Current (TRIAC) dimmers have been the most common light controller installed in households and businesses…
LED Downlights: 1 driver/transformer each or 1 powering all?
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In a scenario where a circit will have 4 x LED downlights (say a living room) powered by one switch, would it be better to have each downlight seperately powered…
Chris's Dale Alcock Build (WA)
Hi All,
The rusted nails issues etc have now been sorted. The SS met me on-site and we talked through the problem and solution. I'm glad he's a reasonable guy -…
Would a 3.1m x 4m room fit a queen sized bed?
If so, how would you furnish it? Would you have the queen bed backing along the 3.1m wall (leaving ~750mm each side of the bed) or backing along the 4m…
Chris's Dale Alcock Build (WA)
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Thanks for the interest. I've found a few workmanship problems so far and have a quick question about what everyone else would deem acceptable.
1) I found that the ensuite…
Chris's Dale Alcock Build (WA)
Hi Jemima, No I dont think Dale Alcock could have done much more - It's all 'Personal Preferences' i guess My recommendation would be for…
Chris's Dale Alcock Build (WA)
Hi All,
I am at plate height now. So can finally walk through the house and physically see what works and what does not. I keep hearing “You need to build…
Chris's Dale Alcock Build (WA)
I had my first site meeting with my project supervisor now that the brickwork has started. So far I'm impressed with the customer service offered to me by both my…
Critique my plans please :)
I like PS_Sirocco7's idea about adding glass to the corner of the family and games to open up the area. Investigate "Staker Doors" which would make a huge impact. Look…
White cupboards on white top - Does it work without shine?
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I am trying to decide on the Kitchen colour selection for a new home. I like the clean white on white look (White cupboards on a white stone bench top).…
Chris's Dale Alcock Build (WA)
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I have now officially been slabbed!
I was warned that when I see the slab it would look small... I think the slab looked huge! I'm now worried that the…
Chris's Dale Alcock Build (WA)
Thanks for the positive comments.
To Answer some of your questions;
- The house will be built ~400m from the beach in Mandurah.
- I will be having overhead cupboards in the…
Chris's Dale Alcock Build (WA)
Hi Everybody,
At aged 26, I am at the beginning stages of my first build and first home. After viewing almost every floor plan of all the Major Project Builders online,…
Main Bedroom window - Help me choose
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What a great forum you guys have here So much info!
I was hoping for some opinions in regards to the main bedroom window size…
Is it best if all windows on a front elevation are the same?
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I am new to building and trying to design a modern front elevation look which will not date too quickly (classy but simplistic).
At the moment, I have two…
Help me make a decision! Eaves width
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I am struggling to visualise the look of the front elevation of my new build and am looking for recommendations.
My plan currently has 450mm eaves around the main bedroom…
Project Builder - Negoitation tips - Cost plus mark-up?
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I'm looking for advice as to how to negotiate the best deal with a new home builder. I like the idea of building a custom floorplan designed to suit my…