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How to install a gate between galvanised posts?
Hi, I am wanting to install gate with a space of 1350mm between two galvanised posts. Does Bunnings have a gate I can use for this? I have the steel (neighbour friendly colourbond) already to go to attatch. Also does Bunnings sell metal screws that match colourbond colours? Thanks, Sam
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How to add a fence extension?
Hi, I am wanting to height extend my colorbond freindly neighbour fence. I am wondering - what styles are available, -all pieces I need, -and is there a style that matches the pattern of the fence making it more seemless? Thanks,
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How to extend driveway pavers?
My driveway has pavers, I am wanting to extend the driveway. How do I prepare the ground so that it is suitable to drive on?
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How to build a base for an Absco shed?
Hi, I am wanting to create a base for a simple absco shed. I have left over bricks that I would like to use as the base. Currently I have compacted rubble, do I need another layer before laying bricks? Would I cement edges to stop movement as well?
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How to paint a galvanised fence post?
I have a galvanised fence post but I would like to paint it to match my colorbond fence. Can I apply any spray paint directly to it?
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How to extend floating flooring into garage?
Hi, I am wanting to extend my floating floor into my garage. Do I : Need to remove skirtings, or just cut into them Lay anything under the flooring or above the cement?
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How to build a DIY shed?
Hi Bunnings Team, I’m planning a small shed floor using deck blocks and wanted to confirm a few things before purchasing materials. The base will be 1.5m between each deck block, with approximately a 300mm overhang on each side, as shown in the Deck Block brochure. Would this span be structurally adequate, or would you…
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How to relocate clothesline to blueboard wall?
Hi I have a clothes line which is currently held up by concrete posts. i want to relocate it to be situated on my house wall, i believe it is blue board. Would this be possible given the weight put on the clothes line? What hardware would I need/ precautions to take.
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How to build a floating bench?
Hi, I am wanting to use a piece of stair thread timber around 1.8m long, 30cm deep and 6-7cm thick to create a floating entry way bench. my house has steel framing and thinking ahead what hardware/precautions would I need to ensure the bench can hold the weight of a person. I have seen the rods people use to create…
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How to build a small deck using Decko footings?
I pan building a deck platform using concrete DECKO footings. The deck platform will roughly be 3.5m x 1.5m. I am wondering: What will the frame structure under the deck look like? What wood will I use for the frame structure? What screws are best used when using merbau wood? When placing the DECKO concrete, do they sit on…
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How to build fluted glass pantry doors?
I would like to build similar pantry doors to the ones in the picture below. I am wanting to keep the frame a thin as possible and would ideally like to use this: https://www.bunnings.com.au/30-x-12mm-3-0m-dar-tasmanian-oak-select_p0070186. I would like to build one door opening normally and another bifold door. I am have…
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Do you waterproof a brick garden bed?
I have built a brick garden bed. I will render the outside, however, do I need to do anything to the inside. I will render the inside only about 5-10cm down due to aesthetics. Do I need to waterproof or prime the inside? Thanks
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How to build a brick base for garden shed?
Hi, I am looking at building a garden shed but having a brick base like the one pictured below. my main concern is going so high (around 8-10 bricks) without supporting the bricks in anyway. I would use wood to finish the remaining structure. would I lay bricks in the picture below or would I single layer be suffice? In…
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How to relocate a folding clotheline to Colorbond fence?
Currently I have a clothesline that is supported by two post which are cemented into the ground. I am wanting to move it, is it possible to screw the clothes line onto color bond friendly fence (screwing on the posts) or do I need to relocate the existing posts? The clothesline is on that can fold down if needed.
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How to render a brick garden bed?
I have built a brick garden bed; I am wanting to have a render finish. I am wondering what tools I need and supplies? I have also seen people put steel cornering around the edges what is the benefit of this? Thanks, Sam
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How to build a garden bed?
Hi, I am wanting to build a garden bed. I plan on creating a concrete footing of double the width of brick laid on top of crusher dust. - What concrete can I use and how long to leave before laying bricks? I am also wondering as the soil of clay, do I need to build a frame or can pour concrete into trench? Thanks, Sam
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How to reseed lawn?
I am wanting to reseed my lawn. It definitely does not look like this after winter. I am wondering what seed to use for the lawn type? correct me if I’m wrong but I would: -cut the lawn very low - aerate the lawn - seed - cover with top soil and compost and sand mix? - leave to regrown?
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What mortar for brick garden bed?
I am building a garden bed. I have laid strong concrete footing and need mortar to build about 7 bricks high. Will the pre-mixed mortar be ok for this? What is the difference between the dingo mortar and brickies sand and cement?
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How to build a water feature?
I am wanting to replicate this feature. I have left over bricks so I am thinking to build a "brick box", waterproof it, the use render to create texture? I am wondering if this would work and what materials to use to waterproof the brick
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What base for shed?
I am wanting to build a 3.4 x 2 m shed. Can I use: DEKO 250 x 150 x 150mm Instant Concrete Foundation Block - Bunnings Australia as a foundation? My soil is compact.
