Hi all,
I've been following this thread with interest as we have 600x600 matt porcelain tiles.
Regarding the wax coating -- the tile shop we purchased from told me to use Cleaning…

Chorlton,
I don't actually know if we paid more to get the 600mmx600mm laid as I was quoted a price for the job. As we didn't consider a smaller size…

Hey All,
Just wanted to say that we had our handover today
It's certainly been an interesting journey of ups and downs and one which will continue…

Our builder uses Beaumont and I think their service is lousy and their prices (even at sale time) are less than competitive. We had to use them for the…

Thanks everyone.
The SS came up with a solution that will work Replace the existing skirting in the carpeted area adjacent to the tiles with…

Hi Cherub,
If we do that, how do we reconcile the different heights of the skirting between the two areas? Remember, the skirting will be fixed on top of the…

The skirting is tacked on in the area to be tiled and also in the area to be carpeted. The latter was a mistake by the chippies and we…

Hiya,
Sara is correct, when porcelain chips you don't see the clay 'biscuit' underneath, as porcelain is colour-through. I also like the very small grout gaps with porcelain, however, not…

Thanks Ash, namtrak & Felistopher
After following up on your suggestions I now have a much better idea of the alternatives available. I've spoken to…

Thanks for that namtrak, but we're not sure about those 'ramps'... for want of a better expression.
Is this how most of these situations are handled?
Pix

Hi all...I'm hoping someone who's experienced this or one of the flooring experts can assist please.
We are having 600x600 matt porcelain tiles laid on our ground floor (slab) except for…

I agree with rubber_noggin, however, you could take it a step further...
In NSW you can make an application to the CTTT (Consumer Trading & Tenancy Tribunal) to either force the…

I would be more concerned about matching or co-ordinating the colour of the downpipes to your wall colour.
Are you using face brick or render/bagged finish?
We have a Windspray roof/gutter/fascia but…

I rest my case.

I'll believe in Feng Shui when I see the evidence. Personally, I don't believe in superstitions and unverified claims any more than I believe that pigs can fly.
However, I…

I agree with all the comments -- your house is looking fabulous.
I think the thing I like the most is your risk-taking with the colours (facade and kitchen splashback)

Hmmmm...
And people once believed the earth was flat too.
Pix
(edited for spelling mistake)

We had the same experience in dealing with the Call Centre staff at Telstra. They kept telling me we had a connection in place even after I explained about…

Nobody seriously believes this do they????
Next we'll be conducting ceremonies to rid us of the ''evil spirits'' lol
Pix

The top end Reece plumbing stores in Sydney (Surry Hills and Mosman) have one for around $15K. It's a more modern look than the tub featured in that pic…

Thx all for the suggestions.
The PCI went really well

Hey thanks so much for the suggestions -- quick and great ones too!!
We don't get light bulbs as standard (can you believe it???) so that's a great one. Also…

Hi All,
We have our PCI early next week and are putting together our list of defects and incomplete items. I'd love to know your opinions of what to bring…

Ours is 4850x6460. However, this doesn't include the WIR (2000x6460) which is behind a blade wall and 2500x3500 for the ensuite.
We opted for a 'retreat' approach after living in…

Yeah I'm with you...when I see things like this I often wonder what's going on too.
There's a hideous house at the bottom of our street that has recently had temporary…

You've done a wonderful job. You should be really, really proud.
I'm sure there are professionals around that couldn't come close to what you've achieved. …

Hi Chook,
We have no shower screen in the ensuite of our soon-to-be completed house and regrettably I don't think it will stay that way for practical reasons. As a…

Not surprised they don't have Ikea in Nowra! LOL Michelle's a long way from the 'big smoke' and it might have been a while since she's been to the…

I totally agree with you regarding the resurgence in popularity of marble in kitchens.
Calacutta Oro is my absolute favourite. It is a very 'warm' colour with streaks of gold…

Hi all,
Just a little note to say that this thread is now closed. I won't be making any more posts incl pics.
Thanks.