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How can I power garden shed with no power supply close?
Hello folks I am looking for some advice on getting power into my small garden shed which is in the back yard and not close to power. I'm looking to run a light and possibly charge a few 18 volt batteries Ryobi. I have been thinking of several ways I could go about this. I am wondering if there could be something I am…
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How to remove a freestanding wood fireplace?
Hello folks, It's been some time since I reached out on here for advice, or suggestions, I do still pop in from time to time when I am looking for some information or guidance, when I am looking at tackling a new project. In this case I haven't been able to find anything regarding my next project, I'm looking into tackling…
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How to add a gate to existing Colorbond fence?
Hi folks Hoping someone might be able to point me in the right direction? I have an existing fence, and would ideally like to make a gate way there so I can enter the yard on both sides of my house. I don't have a lot of space to play with and it would have to be strong, lockable/secure as on the other side is our pool,…
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How to level archway and pergola posts on uneven ground?
Hello everyone, I'm hoping someone in this group might be able to get me on the right track? I am planning 2 projects, BUT I am struggling with the best, efficient, cost effective way to get my two projects completed, the projects in question are on very uneven ground. I'm in the process of building an Front Gate Archway &…
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How to clean up after using paint stripper?
Wondering if anyone has had issues with the cleaning up process after using paint stripper. I started sanding back an old kitchen table I'd purchase on FB market place that had been painted *(sort of) oil based paint. It was a real mish mash, and I wasn't getting very far trying to sand it back. So thought I'd give paint…
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Replacing kitchen and bathroom benchtops - River Red Gum timber
Hi folks, I haven't posted much or commented for a while. Have had a few health issues. I have been working on my replacement of my kitchen and bathroom bench tops, from Laminate to Live Edge River Red Gum timber slabs. Which as you can imagine take a bit more work than you average bench tops, more so as it's the very…
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Working with Pressed Metal - splash backs kitchen or bathrooms? OR Live Edge slabs for bench tops?
Hello folks, 1st Sorry I've been a bit lax in replying to posts and comments. Hot DRY start to this year. Along with all the horrid fires going on. All the very best to everyone for a better 2020 and many thanks to @Jason for guiding us L platers in the best direction for advice. I have started my Kitchen - Bathroom Vanity…
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Which stud finder would you recommend?
Hi folks I am guessing this could be a question that has been asked before, BUT sorry I couldn't find one. Old~timers maybe. I would like to purchase a new Stud finder and struggle with a reliable one. I would greatly appreciate it if someone could point me in the right direction. I haven't had any luck with stanley or…
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Best way to repair coffee table top
I have a small coffee table that has developed a split in the timber top at both ends. I had planned to just glue and clamp, but now wondering if that will be enough, so that is why I am asking the very talented and helpful people who visit and seek advice on this site. I thought I may have to put some extra bracing…
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PLEASE anyone have any idea's on how to repair my front door?
The top layer of timber is splitting of my front door which is very weathered at the bottom of the door. I have asked a few places here and I get much the same result. Oh just buy a new front door. My reply is NOT IN MY BUDGET and what a waste of door. I'm thinking I will have to strip the back the top layer of what I…
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Setting up a workshop for mostly timber work
My darling pop not long passed away - he gave me the incentive and encouragement to get in and have a go -working with timber, which I love, but I'm still very new to it. In the process of trying to set up my newest workshop. My biggest issue is how do I stop the saw dust from going everywhere. Mostly at this stage from my…
