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How to prevent moisture in wardrobe inside an ensuite?
I've got a wardrobe in my ensuite. Is there any chance that I can prevent moisture from getting in there without changing the layout of the ensuite? I was thinking about removing the existing wardrobe and build a walk-in wardrobe, then an ensuite, have a door between the ensuite and wardrobe.
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How to fix noisy outdoor tap?
Hi there, I’ve got a problem with my outdoor tap. It makes loud noise whenever I switch it on and use the garden hose. Does this have to do with water pressure or the water tap itself? If it’s the tap, can I fix the problem by replacing the tap? ive attached a video for you guys to view. Please advise me with ways to fix…
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How to fix oven door making squeaking noise?
Hi guys, My 1-year-old Smeg gas oven door is making a squeaking noise. Is CRC 75ml Silicone Grease the right product to lubricate the door hinge? If not, what's the right product to lubricate it
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How to fix the rotten flooring in the bathroom?
I recently found my shower tray is cracked and the water had damaged the floorboard and a small section of the floorboard is rotten, What should I in this situation? Should I hire a builder and re-do the entire bathroom?
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How to fix cracks before painting a room?
I'm looking to paint a room, but before I start painting the room. I'll have to fix the cracks and peeling paint on the walls. Can I use "SIKA Fill That Gap" to fill gaps between scotia and wallboards? With the condition of the peeling paint on the ceiling, do I need to peel it off with a scraper and apply joint compound…
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How to seal windows around blockwork?
As the title suggested, I'm looking to get a sort of sealer to seal the window frame around my Blockwork. What's your recommendation on this? And before I apply the sealer on, do I need to scrape off the old sealer around the window frame?
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How to seal the cracks on brick work?
Hi there, I found a few cracks on the blockwork. Is it okay to use Hybond Two Pot Epoxy Mortar to seal the cracks? Can I still prime and paint the cracks after that?
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How to build a low-level deck on a concrete slab?
Hi everyone, This is my first time building a deck. I'm planning to demolish the pergola and the bricks to build a low-level deck on a concrete slab. As you can see there's an unusable spa in the middle and filled with soil. I'm planning to use 90 x 45 treated Pine joists sitting on galvanised brackets with about 10mm…
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How to hang wallpaper on wall?
I had my old wallpaper removed due to a flood in January. the flood wasn't bad, but some bit of the wallpaper was damaged. Initially, I was planning to get someone to paint the wall, but it seems like a labour-intensive job and costly. My question is if I'm planning to hang new wallpapers on the wall, would I be able to…
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How to deal with textured walls that contain asbestos?
Hi there, Both my textured ceilings and walls tested positive for asbestos, would I be able to install new plasterboard to cover it up or do I have to get a certified asbestos removal company to remove ACM material from the wall? An asbestos company quoted me $20,000 for removing 110sqm area. Is there any other cheaper way…
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How to stop leaks in concrete walls?
Hi guys, sorry to bother you guys again, I feel like maintaining a house built in the 1970s is a never-ending task😓. There was a massive rain in my town yesterday and there's a little bit of water leak through the concrete wall in the basement. I found a crack with the drain 2 weeks ago and had a plumber seal it with epoxy…
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How to paint concrete blocks?
I'm in the process to repaint my exterior, does anyone know how to get rid of ivy roots on the blocks, I tried water blasting, but it didn't come off. Apart from this, can you guys suggest a tutorial or guide on painting concrete block
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How to remove tree roots from the drain?
Hi there, Basically, I had a guy come in and unblocked my drain, but he found tree roots inside the drain and couldn't remove them with his hydro jet unit. As you can see in the photos, we've located where the tree roots are. They are about 0.5m deep and right next to the concrete footpath. I've had a plumber quote me…
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Does this sort of concrete block contain Asbestos?
As you can see in the photos, the surface of the concrete is flaking. Does it contain asbestos? should I get it testst?
