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How to fix garden tap leaking from the spout?
My outdoor garden tap leaks from the spout when turned off, and an internet search suggests that I need to replace the washer inside to fix the leak. I was wondering if anyone could advise me on what washer (or other part) to buy - I'm pretty sure the tap is the same as the one in the image below (it was only replaced…
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What magnets for hanging shadecloth from gutters?
Hello, I'm on a budget this year/summer and am hoping to make some DIY external shades to keep the heat off my windows and protect my internal blinds from UV damage. I think I'll try to hang some lengths of shade cloth off the metal gutters, using magnet hooks. I was wondering if anyone knows whether there are particular…
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How to replace or clean kitchen sink trap?
I think the trap underneath my kitchen sink is a bit clogged - sometimes I find evidence of a small yellow (greasy?) leak inside the cupboard (see picture below). I want to either remove it and try to clean it out, or replace it altogether, but am a bit scared of doing it wrong and making a mess. I was wondering: - What is…
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Can I paint this pipe inside a wardrobe?
Hello, wise and kind Bunnings crew/forum members. There is a pipe inside the wall of my built-in wardrobe (not sure of its purpose). I was wondering if you think it's okay for me to paint a stain and odour blocker (Zinsser BIN shellac-based sealer) over the base of it, in case it's the source of a weird smell inside my…
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How to add taller privacy screening to courtyard gate?
Hello, I'm hoping to add something to my front gate in order to screen everything eye-level and below from view of passersby. My front gate basically looks like this, except there are tall hedges growing on either side of the gate:…
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How to clean or replace kitchen rangehood?
I've just moved into a place built in the late 90's and the kitchen rangehood releases a greasy/buttery smell when it's on. I'd like to get rid of the smell before I cook in the kitchen and use the rangehood. I think it doesn't vent anywhere - it has rectangular mesh filters and when those are removed, it looks like the…
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How to remove smell in kitchen cabinets?
Just moved into a house built in the late 90's and the kitchen cabinets have a weird smell that doesn't leave after wiping down thoroughly, airing out and leaving baking soda inside. I think maybe the wood has absorbed smells over time and maybe microbes that are causing the smell - see pictures attached. Or perhaps the…
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What are the most environmentally friendly pest control methods?
I want to protect my house against termites, cockroaches and other pests that might do damage or badly affect day-to-day life (e.g. get into food or take over parts of the house). However, I also don't want to kill insects around my house if I can help it e.g. ants, bees and other insects in my garden or around my…
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How to fix leaking washing machine tap?
I've just had a new washing machine connected and found that it leaks from where it is connected to the tap, if the tap is turned on (see attached picture), whether the washing machine is in operation or not. I was wondering where I should begin with fixing this - should I contact the appliance seller to send someone to…
