frangipani issues in trunk
My parents frangipani tree has developed an issue with it's branches and trunk. It seems to be splitting and coming apart. It is not soft and still has leaves/flowers etc.…
Plant help: Pig face plant has gone all woody
Also do you think the leaves will grow back or should I just cut all the green bits off once I control the mealy bugs issue? and replant again?
Plant help: Pig face plant has gone all woody
Hi
I have a lovely amount of pig face plants growing and had no issues with them till now! I just noticed that they have gone all woody near the ground…
Removing water? stains from an old toilet
You are totally awesome! You must be so happy that you conquered it!
Removing water? stains from an old toilet
Hi All
We have an old toilet that was not used for over 8 months while we were renovating. Now there are water/calcium? stains at the bottom of the bowl. I…
Storm water drain and run off to neighbours
The builder came out during a big rain and saw the amount of water that was being collected by the gutter. There was no evidence what-so-ever of any pipes not…
Storm water drain and run off to neighbours
Our charming neighbour came over complaining that all the water that is coming off our property is undermining his pathway down to his pool. He mentioned about a year ago…
Any idea's what this plant maybe be?
Thank you so much! I think it's Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans'
Any idea's what this plant maybe be?
Hoping someone might know what this small plant is. It smells like orange, flowers once a year, maybe 30cm high. Fingers crossed someone does as I want to plant more…
Home canning/preserving
Does anyone do any home canning/preserving? I just wanted to know where you get your supplies from ie lids, pressure canner etc.
TIA
outdoor gas heaters
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We were looking at getting an outdoor gas heater (most likely from bunnings) and was wondering if anyone had any issues with the tall ones burning their deck roof?…
Do I have to mow my backyard, seriously?
wow seems really harsh! We haven't mowed our backyard for over 6 months due to renovating. Just getting it seen too now. The weeds are over 4 metres high!
Does the…
Fixing backyard after being away for 5 months
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We have finally finished the renovations on our house and need to fix up the backyard. We have been away for 5 months and the grass has gone crazy,…
Advice on cleaning new timber floors
Thanks so much guys! All very helpful. I was thinking of getting an Enjo microfibre mop but they are super expensive I think so might just get the sabco one…
Advice on cleaning new timber floors
What is the best way to clean new timber floors? micro fibre mop to clean daily, vacuum for big clean, very dry wet mop?
Is Enjo a good micro fibre mop?…
Laundry sink question
We are about to order a CLARK Eureka Compact 45L Tub & Cabinet 8111 and it comes with 'a standard or concealed by-pass kit'. What is the difference between standard…
telescopic runners vs normal pull-out racks
We are looking at getting an Miele oven that you can buy the telescopic racks as an extra and was wondering if they are worth getting? Any pros or cons…
Hi from The Shire
We are finally starting the renovations on Monday! yay. 35weeks pregnant so I think we just made it so I can settle in at my parents house before baby 2…
What should I know before extending?
We have been talking with our builder for around 6 months and we still haven't signed a contract nor given them any money.
What should I know before extending?
With our drawings we had everything in the world we wanted in there. When the builder came back with a quote that was way out of budget, we then asked…
Help I need Curb Appeal
It's all looking a bit beige...maybe if you paint the door and the railing another colour to add contrast, that might help?
Maybe some really colourful hanging pot plants or…
Hi from The Shire
I know! It's crazy how long it has taken for a little extension!. Let me stress NEVER DEAL WITH FAMILY
I have been tracking the submission…
Hi from The Shire
We finally submitted to council on the 21 March and still waiting to hear. Can't wait to get started on the damm thing! Of course now I am 23 weeks…