Thanks for the suggestions!
I will do some further research on the above plants to see what suits best.

Hi All,
Wondering if anyone can recommend a fast growing (evergreen) tree that grows to around 5-10m?
We have found out there is a 2 storey to be built behind us and…

Hi All,
Looking at creating a kids play area in the backyard and wondering what is better/safer to use for the edging Red Gum or Treated Pine sleepers?
I know Treated Pine…

Yep - we have it all in writing and they are trying to lay the blame on us for not following the correct process. However, we have done exactly…

We have an interesting scenario regarding our tiles in our new home....
We selected a floor tile to go in all wet areas, we were then advised the tile was discontinued…

No T&G, just single strip board 1.8 - 3.1m. I guess it's a bit like a floating floor, but laid like hardwood?

Hi All,
We are looking at installing solid timber flooring. We received an interesting quote including:
- 5mm Timber strip flooring, layed on 5mm ply anchored to slab.

Can butt up close…

Rosamond Rd - Maribyrnong

Not really - was concerned light timber may turn grey over time?
Looking for something durable at a decent price.
Cheers.

Will start investigating where to source suggested timbers...in Melbourne.
Thanks for the feedback.

Thanks for the suggestion but I think Tassie Oak may be a little too soft.
I am wondering about Treated Pine 90 x 22 ??

Hi All,
Just wondering if there are any other decent hardwood decking options apart from using Merbau. Cost of Merbau is becoming ridiculous...
Thanks.

Great - Thanks for the feedback!

Hi All,
Just wondering what the standard/acceptable width between vertical wall frames is? A lot of frames seem to now be at 560mm, I thought the standard was 450mm?
Cheers.

Thanks for the info Mike. Just one more question - are the bearers fixed to the slab with dynabolts?

Great deck! I am looking at doing something similar. What timber did you use under the joists? The joists appear to be raised just off the slab.

Thanks for the feedback. Have spoken to the builder and they will only provide a flat level slab to Alfresco, it is up to me to ensure water able to…

We will have a roofed Alfresco area (4800x4200) at the back of our house and intend to have a merbau deck for the flooring. We were wondering if it is…

We are building with PD (hopefully start within 2 weeks & kick off a blog). We decided to keep the micro door the same as the laminex kitchen cupboards…

We have raised a few items on our PCV and waiting on costs. One of them being a laminex door opening upwards to cover the microwave space (380mmx450mm). What would…

We are looking at having Blackbutt wood flooring internally and thought might look good if we also use Balckbutt for Alfresco decking.
Is Blackbutt ok to use externally?? - obviously…

Thanks for the feedback all. We are now looking at having internal bi-folds as we think it may be a bit difficult installing sliding doors after wall/plaster is completed.

Thanks Mammy! Do you know where best place/antwhere to buy established?

Have just discovered the house beside us will be a 2 storey with a view right into our backyard! Wanting to plant some established FAST GROWING screening trees to impede…

We are in a bit of a dilemma... We have added a wall to our Lounge to close off and create a Theatre Room. Problem is to retain the 5…

No additional cost for exchanging 2 large standard windows to 4 slim vertical windows - which was surprising!

We recently attended our colour appointment and requested the laminate (licorice linear) cupboards in the ensuite and bathroom to run horizontal - to match the bench. We were told this…

Yes - we varied the standard Lyndon facade by changing the windows for a more contemporary look - no hassle at all and looks great.

Handy link - Thanks!
I think I will have to find a show room to check out.

Stumbled across this great site just recently... Fantasatic!
We are in the midst of choosing flooring for our house and have seen some favourable comments on here regarding the Silkwood flooring.…