Replacement Patio Roof for something mo, options/opinions ?
Hi All.
We have a 14 year old large patio (double gable roof design), that has a roll formed roof sheet construction. Pic attached of an old realestate photo when we…
Window or Mirror Splashback ... Love them or hate them?
I've had both, and loved both.
Both were a little more cleaning than a traditional splashback - but you don't go down that route because your sole priority is cleaning (would…
Waterfall on island bench
As mentioned above. A GPO in the Waterfall end isn't too dissimilar to asking for a sink cutout, or a tap hole. It's pretty common. Should be under $200…
Colonial White Granite kitchen benchtop
Granite can be as practical as the rest of the surfaces, as long as it's treated/cared for correctly.
I've lived with most of the counter top surfaces in previous houses. …
Replacing cabinet doors with handle less
To avoid touching the carcass, another option is to integrated the finger pull into the fronts. Example of this :
Floating floor before waterfall bench
Hmmm. This doesn't compute with me. I though that an advantage of waterfall ends, is that the mitred ends, transfer some of the overhang downward pressure weight to the…
HELP needed with splashback colour
I think a 'muted' soft grey tone will do the trick.
Undermount sink
Wow, judging by all of the prices quoted, they must all be builders prices, with a couple of sets of markups.
The absolute most I've seen a stone mason charge for…
Floating floor before waterfall bench
All depends whether you're a glass half full, or glass half empty person:)
On one hand it is the best finish, to drop the stone onto the bamboo.
on the other hand,…
Living with granite and caesaerstone after real experiences
I have both in my Kitchen.
My island is Marble.
My hotplate wall and pantry is Caesarstone.
The Caesarstone (Raven) still looks as good as it did when installed 2 years ago. This…
Hettich Multitech vs Innotech
Unfortunately it is a lot more expensive to do it after the fact.
it's normally only around $59 per drawer extra if selected from the start. There's abit of labour to…
Composit glass countertop
I have had a brief from a client asking about this last year. From my research, it's not available in Aus.
Water Filters - what to plan for?
I use these quite alot....
http://www.everpure.com.au/Products/SPA ... ystem.aspx
It filters all of the water to the cold side of your kitchen tap. No need for an extra…
Pull Tab style kitchen handles?
Just take into account, whilst i would always rebate the handles in (or cut the laminate edge upto the handle), i would also forewarn the end user, that it…
adjustable legs v's solid kickers
I'm not a cabinet maker, but agree with CEK.
I will say, there isn't stone cold proof, against plastic legs.
The kicks should be the starting point of the install, where the…
Pros & Cons of Bathroom Basins
As above, basin design comes down to personal taste.
Vessel basins usually require a slightly lower bench height. They can help gain abit of space in the cabinet design, around drawers.
What…
In Floor wired towel rails and waterproofing
Yeah as you've found out, fixing stuff to the floor should be done with shallow screws finishing before the bottom of the bed, as to not penetrate the waterproofing.
The ladder…
Can't do hobless shower in second storey bathroom?
It can be done to any bathroom. It's more expensive though.
They would have to add a 40mm bedded floor, so you step up into the bathroom in the entry…
Sealing Quantum Quartz bench top?
What colour from Quantum Quartz?
This stuff is pre-sealed from factory - so being advised that it needs to be sealed is rubbish.
Consider taking it up with the manufacturer, to give…
Has anyone used Roxx Stone for their bench tops?
As above. I've seen this stuff around, but it hasn't worked out any better in pricing, then a 20mm thick top.
It's really designed to sleeve over existing Joinery.
New cabinet maker on south side of brisbane.
What's your QBCC/ BSA licence number?
New home Roca toilet suite incorrect installation
As mentioned above.
If the builder is blaming the China for this gap, have a representative from the supplier come out & look at it.
They'll either replace if it's faulty…
What white paint colour on kitchen cabinets
Agree with splashers. White on white has a subtle blue/grey undertone.
Although your Kitchen designer should be advising you on this!!
Sink Strainer Plugs Not Holding Water
Anyone that has strainer /basket waste issues.
A lot of manufacturers use a unique waste & plug. It's not universal. The diam. of the basket cup, or the pin varies. You're…
Recent kitchen makeover - Essa Stone has a chip! :-(
Welcome Australia's best horizontal surface supplier to this forum .
What makes cabinets good quality? What questions to ask?
Unfortunately some of the leading hardware suppliers are writing off products defects that should be replaced under the lifetime warranty as 'wear & year'
We're seeing one of the big brands…
Fesal.com.au Review
No warranty.
Crap fight if they turn up damaged.
No local parts support if the manufacturer can identify its an overseas model.
Ps, I hope this isn't another fesal phising for credibility post,…