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How to fix ducted heating ceiling vent?
The heating vent all of a sudden decided to fall off today. It is clinging on with just one clip. I am unable to figure out how to unclip the one that is holding and search for any missing peices on the other two clips. how do I go about fixing this? I thought of putting some liquid nail but then realized it would be a big…
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Bamboo fence with Bali vibes
After growing climbers on fence using a bunnings workshop idea (few years ago) and getting a fountain from my mate who didn't bother to fix it and grabbing a clearance on the Vinayak statue, I felt something was still missing. It was the bamboo fencing. Materials Bamboo Fence Galvanized wire Self drilling nuts Tools Pliers…
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Ottomon with storage
Our previous couch had an ottoman that will fit well with it forming a bed for us to relax and watch movie nights. We were missing it with the new couch. So I decided to build two with storage. Materials 12 mm MDF Gas struts Sliding door inserts Cloth Foam Polyester filling Screws Hinges 70x35 framing timber Tools drill…
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How to build a vertical garden?
After the bench seat for the dining table (& another small table from the offcut in the making), I have started the plan for the next DIY outdoor. This time it is a vertical garden above the small BBQ that i have in my backyard. Attached the design. It is going up on a brick wall. Few questions from the experts here…
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How to unwarp Pine sleeper?
I have treated pine garden bed (around 5-7 yrs old) running alone the perimeter of the house. They have been capped with 75mm sleeper on top and some of them have warped over time. I see the that the capping has been secured by nails. Would I be able to straighten the capping by screwing batten screws? The timber has…
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How to build a bench seat for a dining table?
Hi There - I am building a bench seat for my dining table and bought these legs - https://www.bunnings.com.au/rapidhome-30-x-45-x-6cm-black-la-paz-steel-tube-bench-seat-furniture-leg_p0205482 I need some help on what panel to choose. It would have to sit 3 adults (max case) - So about 250 - 300 Kg. Do i need to consider…
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Under stairs storage room
Storage space created under a stairwell by installing a door and shelving, and finished with paint. The project I had a big, empty space under the stairs that I have no idea why it was closed. So, I decided to open it to create additional storage space. Most of the D.I.Y. tutorials I looked at were from Bunnings and…
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Can this lawn be revived?
I have been ignoring the buffalo lawn in the front thinking it will survive Melbourne harsh summer. But i was wrong and portions exposed to most sun is like this. would I able to revive this by just aerating or a dethatching is required? If it is required what’s the best way to do it with least sweat 😀
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How can I fix loose tiles?
Some of the tiles in my bathroom is loose and wobbles when I walk past on them. How can I safely remove it (still some portion of it is struck to it) and relay them strong? This is on first floor of a double storey home.
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What to do with Merbau offcuts?
I have a lot of merbau off cuts from frontyard retaining wall construction. Any idea what DIY can I do with them? I am thinking of planter boxes fully done with it and not use TPs. Would that work? If I end up doing that how would I secure the bottom portion of the planter box. Can merbau panels hold screws inserted in…
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How to build an Indian style plank swing?
My childhood is filled with memories on swinging almost 180 degress on a swing like this outdoors. I want to build that in Australia to relive those memories and have my children exp them as well. I want to build them outdoors. How do i go about planning for it? I am thinking of following steps 1. Dig two holes for the…
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Under stairs storage
Had an full empty space under he stairs that I have no idea why it was closed. So decided to open it to create additional storage space. Most of the DIY tutorials are from Bunnings and Gyprock. Materials * Plasterboard * plasterboard jointing compound * plasterboard glue * door jamb * door * skirting * lots of nails and…
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Tips for under stairs storage creation?
Hi There - I have been a silent reader of this community and have implemented quite a few of the projects that were shown up here. Having flexed my hands outside of the house I think I am now ready to do something inside (would be perfect for the winter that would come up). I live in a double storey built around 13-15…
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Garden bed, bamboo fence & garden arch
Had an elevated area with couple of steps that leads to side area of the house from backyard. Put a garden bed of 4.5m by 60 cm, 600mm high with a sitting area in the middle. Had an irrigation line with some extra pipe end just before the bed; used that for the bed. Packed the fence with bamboo fence. Most of the wood is…
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How to add water plants to a small pond?
I have a small area that got boxed in front yard. I planned to put some water plants in it. So applied concrete (after lining the sleepers with thick builders plastic on the sides and bottom and then waterproofed it…
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How to securely install a safe?
I recently got a safe after realizing that the contents insurance has a lot of ifs and buts making it very tough to make a claim. It can be mounted on the floor with a provided bolt or wooden bolt. I live in a double storey built 15 years ago. What is the best way to mount this to the carpet floor in the first level? What…
