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since May 2016
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Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru
Spent most of my working life in the power tools and power garden industry. During this time I've renovated several homes both inside and out. I’m now self-employed enjoying using my skills in assisting people prepare their homes for sale.
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Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: how do I fasten peg board to plasterboard wall

Garage and Shed
3 hours ago

Hi @JustinMcAbbe If you don't want to use the batten idea @JacobZ then I would simply follow one of my original suggestions of drilling suitably si ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: What to use when 2 part epoxy fails

Garage and Shed
3 hours ago

Hi @LynnieLightfoot I wouldn't be replying on any glue/adhesive to hold the weight of a TV and articulating arm scenario. But @AlanM52 and @Noyade ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Rolltrak Miracle cover track

Whole of House
3 hours ago

Hi @Dave001 Just to be transparent, I've only used the metal bog as I never knew or thought to use standard builders. @JacobZ most likely came to t ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: free pallets

Garage and Shed
Thursday

Hi @diymatt87 I could be wrong, but I think it's been some time since Bunnings had pallets to give away. This is part of their sustainability progr ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to repair rotten balcony timber?

Outdoor
3 replies
Wednesday

Hi @SunFlowerOcean Due to the structural nature of those timbers and the severe condition of the rot, I would highly recommend replacement over any ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to top up roof insulation?

Whole of House
1 reply
Wednesday

Hi @dannyp A1. I don't know myself, other than I'm pretty confident it's not that simple. A2. Personally I can't see any advantage or disadvantag ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to build this fence panel?

Outdoor
Wednesday

Hi @haveacrack92 You're not going to be able to build anything even temporary thats strong enough unless you're prepared to make a couple of decent ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to build this fence panel?

Outdoor
1 reply
Wednesday

It's an Ai generated photo @AlanM52 

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JacobZ
Bunnings Team Member JacobZ
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Re: how do I fasten peg board to plasterboard wall

Garage and Shed
yesterday

Hi @JustinMcAbbe, What was the spacing between the studs? If nothing lines up, then you can just attach some battens across the two studs and then ...

danyopan
danyopan
Just Starting Out

How to turn a laundry to bedroom?

Bathroom and Laundry
4 replies
Wednesday

      Hi team! I love reading your advice and ideas with others in the community, and I have an idea for a renovation of my house that I would lo ...

EricL
Bunnings Team Member EricL
Bunnings Team Member

Re: Roof Verge Repair on Monier Tiled Roof

Outdoor
Sunday

Hello @geoff_70 Thank you for sharing your question about your Monier tiled roofing. I have a similar tile on my roof and am lucky to have spares u ...

Dave001
Dave001
Finding My Feet

Re: Rolltrak Miracle cover track

Whole of House
Sunday

Hi @Nailbag thanks for your advice. .I have had the door out a couple of times previously. Old age and a shoulder replacement make the lifting difficu ...

EricL
Bunnings Team Member EricL
Bunnings Team Member

Re: Lattice fell down looking for alternative

Outdoor
Sunday

Hello @zillah I propose removing all of the old-weaved lattice in front of the fibro panel. I suggest cleaning the surface of the fibro as best as ...

mellie1
mellie1
Finding My Feet

Re: How to seal and waterproof a painted timber sign?

Outdoor
a week ago

@Nailbag @Dave-1 Thanks for your suggestions, I'd not considered covering with something like a clear sheet. I'll think about the location and purpos ...

Dave001
Dave001
Finding My Feet

Re: Rolltrak Miracle cover track

Whole of House
2 replies
a week ago

Thanks @Nailbag for the advice. I shall have a crack next week. Just need to arrange a door lifter (young bloke up the road) to help me lift the door ...

JacobZ
Bunnings Team Member JacobZ
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to attach folding table to brick wall?

Garage and Shed
6 replies
a week ago

Hi @CROBBO, I'm glad to see @Nailbag's advice was super helpful to you, and you've managed to install your folding table. Congratulations on a job w ...

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Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to repair rotten balcony timber?

Outdoor
3 replies
Wednesday

Hi @SunFlowerOcean Due to the structural nature of those timbers and the severe condition of the rot, I would highly recommend replacement over any ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to top up roof insulation?

Whole of House
1 reply
Wednesday

Hi @dannyp A1. I don't know myself, other than I'm pretty confident it's not that simple. A2. Personally I can't see any advantage or disadvantag ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to build this fence panel?

Outdoor
Wednesday

Hi @haveacrack92 You're not going to be able to build anything even temporary thats strong enough unless you're prepared to make a couple of decent ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to build this fence panel?

Outdoor
1 reply
Wednesday

It's an Ai generated photo @AlanM52 

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to rejuvenate second hand terracotta roof tiles?

Whole of House
1 reply
Wednesday

Hi @Giz You won't get that glazed look back. But since you have already done the cleaning, you could use a product like this to add a gloss finish. ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: What filler for door frame side?

Whole of House
Tuesday

Hi @Dan4 This is a project I do quite regularly. Your best structural product will builders bog here which you can shape to the same profile as it ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to mount air con unit on brick wall?

Whole of House
Tuesday

Hi @Charley3 There are several variable here, including a requirement for both an electrician for the power supply back to the meter-box but an AC ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to repair pool concrete after rock garden removal?

Outdoor
1 reply
Tuesday

Hi @Techirish This is definitely not a project for an inexperienced DIY'r. There is quite a lot of complexities here and would agree with @EricL in ...

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Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

How to maintain gutters and roofs

How To
2 replies
October

Difficulty: Beginner Roofs, gutters and downpipes require regular maintenance to avoid costly damage from leaks. Whether you have a tiled or fl ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

D.I.Y. manhole installation

Whole of House
2 replies
August

A friend's house had an extension to his house that had a roofline that prevented internal roof access from the old to the new. So, he asked me to ins ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

How to restore a timber benchtop

How To
5 replies
June

Difficulty: Beginner Timber benchtops add warmth, character and timeless style to any kitchen. But the timber can suffer from everyday wear and t ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

How to improve your home’s street appeal

How To
March

Transforming the front of your house does not need to be a costly or time-consuming project. Simple improvements like removing clutter, planting an ...

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