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How to replace mirror hanging wire with brackets?
I have an old bathroom mirror which used to be wire-hung (see in photos). How can I mount the mirror with brackets (or other methods) instead?
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Does this corner entry sliding shower screen fit my shower base?
I'm looking for a corner entry sliding shower screen and noticed Bunnings has one 1000 x 1000mm. https://www.bunnings.com.au/rick-mclean-s-bathware-silver-euro-corner-entry-shower-screen-1000x1000_p4890583 Just wondering if the shower fits the shower base. Or, I should look for 900 x 900 instead. My measurements is:
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Which tile adhesive for shower is better?
Just wondering which tile adhesive is better for shower, Dunlop rubber modified adhesive or Universal tile adhesive. Tia https://www.bunnings.com.au/dunlop-20kg-rubber-modified-tile-adhesive_p6650424 https://www.bunnings.com.au/dunlop-20kg-universal-tile-adhesive_p0631258
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Is white epoxy glue available at Bunnings?
Years ago I bought Epoxy Glue (white, in two syringes) from Bunnings to coat small chips in tiles and bath tubs. Is it still available at Bunnings? I don't want clear one. Tia.
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How to stop grout water penetration?
Yesterday I did grout water penetration test: As shown in PIC 1, the left-side grout was mixed with a 1:1 ratio of water to Dunlop Primer and Additive. The middle grout was mixed with water only, and the right-side grout, which was originally mixed with water only, was later coated/sealed with Dunlop Primer and Additive.…
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How to fix ugly new grout?
I just did some wall tiling in bathroom, really regretted to use Davco 1.5KG white sanitized colourgrout - it's very gritty, looks ugly and feels rough. Unfortunately I bought it without checking the product reviews beforehand (There had been some negative reviews). I used Davco grey colour one a year ago, it was good. Now…
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Can timber wedges make the shower screed prone to cracking?
I was reading and watching Bunnings' "How to screed a shower base" and have a question here:Can the use of timber wedges make the shower screed prone to cracking along the wedge lines? It's because the wedges are removed and the gaps are filled after the screed is dry (12 hours later), and the new screed fill may not…
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Can I use Dunlop Primer and Additive for plastic?
Shower floor is usually concrete, which is porous surface, while puddle flange is plastic, which is non-porous. I was wondering if Dunlop Primer and Additive can be used for both of them. Otherwise I have to buy different products for the shower base. I ask this question because I saw Bunnings' waterproofing video which…
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Can I use Dunlop Primer and Additive to seal grout or add it to grout when grouting?
For waterproofing purpose, can I use Dunlop Primer and Additive to seal grout or add it to grout when grouting? I have some leftover from bathroom waterproofing.
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Gyprock basecoat 45 for villaboard joints?
I was watching Bunnings' educational video "How to stop up villaboard" - a handy skill for renovating a bathroom or laundry. In the video, I noticed that Gyprock Base Coat 45 was used instead of Hardie's Compound Base Coat.The former is actually the product for plasterboard (as shown on the packaging), while the latter is…
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How to fix hole in the concrete slab around plumbing?
After removing old steel shower base, I discovered there is a large hole in the concrete slab around the drain pipe (see photo). The size is 300 x 200 mm, and deep 150 mm (The bottom is filled with sand). I am going to use ceramic floor tiles in the shower this time (not shower base). A tiler said he could filled the hole…
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What sealant for the joints in shower area?
Gyprock Wet Area Base Coat + Tape vs Crommelin Bond Breaker Sealant for the joints in shower area? As the title, I just removed old shower and replaced damaged Villaboard, which will then be waterproofed and tiled.I couldn't decide which method is better. Thanks in advanced. Ref: (1) Use of flexible wet area sealant:…
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Can I drill a pilot hole into a bathroom stud?
I am replacing damaged villaboard in bathroom. I found the stud is Cypress F5, which is very hard to hammer a nail into. I was wondering if I can drill a small pilot hole beforehand? The villaboard will be tiled. Cheers.
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3-lips vs 4 lips shower base?
Bunnings sells two different SMC shower bases (both 900 x 900 mm): 3-lips (Mondella) and 4-lips (Estilo). I was wondering when to use 3-lips and when to use 4-lips shower base. For a 3 panel slider shower enclosure (for example the one here https://www.showerama.com.au/our-range/showerscreens/200-series-2/), which shower…
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How to re-attach timber support for Villaboard wall?
I hired a plumber to convert separated hot water and cold water taps to a single mixer tap. He cut a hole in the wall and removed a section of timber (as shown in the photo). He left without fixing the wall. So I have to finish the job. I've already got some villaboard. However I don't know what is the best way to…
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Does shower niche need to be fixed to the studs?
I was watching video "How to build a wall niche" and noticed the niche in the video is secured to the plasterboard instead of studs and noggins.https://www.bunnings.com.au/diy-advice/home-improvement/shelving-and-storage/how-to-build-a-wall-niche If I install a Mondella shower niche…
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How to glue a tile back on the wall?
I just removed some old ceramic tiles from bathroom wall, and noticed yellow coloured adhesive glue on the back of the tiles. Obviously it is not cement based (see photo). Could anyone tell me the type of the adhesive glue? After tiddying up the Villaboard, which new adhesive glue is the best for re-tiling (ceramic)? The…
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Can I repot my soursop trees in autumn?
I have a soursop tree still in a pot, I want to move it to a larger pot, not sure if it's in the right season to re-pot or should I wait for 6 months until Spring?
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Is waterproofing needed under the shower base?
I was watching Bunnings' How to Install a Shower Base" video (https://youtu.be/K1889rjISd0?si=bHam5D3Omgzjtbn2) and noticed no waterproofing under the shower base was applied (In the video, there is no shower wall, so I'm not sure the whole plan of the shower). I was wondering whether waterproofing is required under the…
