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Which planer should I buy for planing pallets?
I'm thinking about planing down the pallet boards. I haven't the skill to use a manual planer so electric is the obvious choice. Once I have some more experience and time I want to make some furniture , so I'd like to get something reliable. With a cord. 😉 All answers welcome! 😁
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How to replace a shower drain cover?
Hi DIY-ers The shower was fitted with a $50 Gumtree basin style floor that happens to be a bit of an eyesore. But over time it subsided at one end, so the water was unable to fully drain out. When I slipped and fell for the third time the owner agreed to have it repaired by a mate of his 🙄 He tiled it and cut a hole.…
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How to adjust HWS overflow pipe?
Hi DIY-ers The overflow pipe from the gas hot water tank drips onto the edge of the laundry tub. I rigged up this very attractive shelving unit to redirect the water, but the colours clash with the bathroom settings so it's got to go 😱😂😂 I'd like some advice on whether it's safe for me to angle the pipe a bit more so the…
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When to fertilize a new lemon tree?
Hi DIY-er's I've never had a citrus plant before, but know they need good TLC ... this is my baby Dwarf Lemon Meyer which is only about half a metre in height. 🌞 The potting mix is PineGro Tomato & Vegetable mix, which my local Bunnings store has run out of! 😱 The plant has been loving it so far! I was told that citrus…
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How to remove old flooring sealer?
Hi Community members I want to fix two overlapping floor trims to cover this gap. I have been told the flooring is rubber tiles. I have tried to remove this old sealer but it's too hard and tough for my hands! If I clean it all within an inch of it's life with some strong cleaner, will Liquid Nails do the job? The trim I…
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How to caulk bathroom basin?
Hi everyone! I removed the mouldy very tough seal from the rear of the bathroom basin with the help of Monarch silicone remover and a Stanley FatMax utility knife. Then cleaned up with Methylated Spirits (great on cleaning, tough on hands!). I've got Selley's Wet Area silicone sealant to do the job. I now have is a gap…
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How to fix screw casing on plug socket casing?
Hi to everyone I noticed the casing to this dual power point was only secured at one end. On the inside, the bit at the end of the casing that the holds screw in is cracked and the molded fitting to hold the screw in place has broken off. I tried gluing it but my eyesight is too poor to mold it back on properly. Is anyone…
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How to replace silicone caulk?
Hi all! I have no idea what this sealant is ... it's got a plastic like feel to it, so I'm guessing it's not a plaster type filler. Is it a silicone caulk? The mould is ingrained so it needs replacing. How do I remove it? And what do I replace it with? Thanks! Cheers 🤗
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How to loosen up a disc tap?
Hello Workshop Brains Trust! I think these are disc taps. Is there a way to loosen up the movement of the tap handle? They both go from nothing to a full blast way too easily and I often get drenched from the spray rebound! 🙄 Cheers 🤗
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How to get a smooth finish on tile edges?
Hi D.I.Y. Brains Trust The wall tiles in my kitchen, bathroom and laundry have a very gritty finish. The edges are painted, but the finish might be the raw grout. I'd like to put something on the raw edge that will smooth off the finish (making dusting them easier). Cheers 🤗
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How to stop grit from entering via vents?
Hi BW Community! I'm living in a very old double brick house. Each wall has vents up near the ceiling. I've noticed that alot of outdoor debris and grit gets blown in, especially on days of high winds. I'm asthmatic, so dust and grit need to be minimised. The walls are double brick. The outside wall has a matching vent. I…
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How to choose soil for native plants?
Hi to one and all! I've bought some lovely Hardenbergia Violacea's from my local Bunnings and need to put them in a bigger pot. As they dislike being repotted, I'm after advice on a 'forever' pot size and which soil to buy for them. Do they need a compost as well? Cheers 🤗
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How to choose timber for bookshelves?
In wanting to build a few bookcases I ran into a hitch when selecting timber. With all my recent purchases of tools, plants, pots and soils from my friendly Bunnings store, the budget has become tight. But the selection of good grade plywood has become slim and the price of DAR pine is high. I want to use dowel plugs as I…
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What is a suitable bird deterrent for a corrugated roof?
Helppppp! Indian Mynah's have taken over a neighbour's tree. 🤯😤 Has anyone in the Bunnings Community seen or made a successful bird deterrent to fit onto a corrugated roof?
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How to hide flooring in a rental?
With so many creative people in the Bunnings Workshop Brains Trust I thought I'd throw out another quest for help. I've moved into a rental. The flooring is brown faux wood planks. Half the house has rubber ones, the other half lino. Then the walls were painted with Dulux Duck White half. At first I thought it was white,…
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Which drill?
I looked far and wide for the best drill to buy but I'm stuck! So reaching out to the DIY community is the logical step to take, right?! While cordless products are handy, I'm definitely looking for a corded drill. I'm in a rental property so doubt if I'll ever need to drill concrete. So I think a good reversible driver…
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How to choose clamps?
There are too many clamps to choose from! 😖 I'm starting off my journey into diy-ing with basic outdoor plant stands and a trellis or two, but I have future plans for furniture (chairs, crafting worktable). Unable to see myself using any timber thicker than 20mm. Can anyone suggest a durable clamp that doesn't rust or…
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Where can women learn woodworking skills?
I am awed by what is being achieved by the Mens Shed movement (big shout out to Auckland East Mens Shed!). Does anyone know if there is any equivalent (woodworking skills focused) place for women in Sydney's central or inner west?
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Where to hire saw horses and other tools?
I'm looking to make some tables for my hanky sized courtyard. I need sturdy, affordable saw horses and a wrecking bar/crowbar. Storage space is limited. Any ideas on where I can hire them? Live in the Sydney suburb of St Peters.
