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Any suggestions re replacing hard tiled floor with something softer?
Comments (8)I've been in the flooring game selling carpets timber vinyl and ceramic tiles for 35 years, you are not the only one with this problem. The best solution is to remove the tiles but this is a big job but gives you 100% job but you probably know this. Bamboo flooring is good but please do your research on this because they are made two different ways Cold press and Hot press and the prices very from $30 - $60 also you will need to ask for the VOC certificate for things like formaldehyde. A lot of the cheaper suppliers do not have there's tested. The other thing that the industry is having but they want tell you is the bamboo is expanding and contracting a lot more in the Australian climate. Sorry to put a damper on bamboo. There is a newer floating floor on the market it has been around for about 7 years it is vinyl 4.5mm to 6mm thick its is good for going over tiles as it does not create to-much of a step and other issues in doors and kitchen...See MoreBlown away by quotes on demolition. Any suggestions?
Comments (11)Many factors can influence demo cost, such as the mentioned asbestos, but also site access, scale, complexity (is it full or partial demo?) and also if there is any potential value/salvageable aspects. The quicker the job the cheaper it will be. If it's deemed and easy crunch and level then it will be cheaper, if it's more fiddly with asbestos or possibly needing to work around/retain a portion of existing or if its at the back and harder to get machines in then that can increase the cost. It's not a simple flagfall cost of demolition. It's also pays to select an appropriate contractor for the particular scale/nature of the job, i.e. if you go for a company geared up for a larger job and yours is small then you won;t get much love.....sometimes it's a quicker/easier job for the builder to integrate it in with the contract and they simply allocate labour +bins and it ends up more efficient/cheaper ....it ultimately depends, it's horses for courses....if it's smaller scale you may be able to save by stripping some of the cosmetic stuff yourself and getting eh builder to finish of the messier/larger stuff and bring in specialist asbestos removers as required (no getting around that one, it is what it is)...otherwise shop around for a contractor appropriately scaled/suited to handle your particular job effectively/efficiently....best of luck :)...See MoreAny suggestions for a concrete-look benchtop?
Comments (12)Don't choose a concrete-look benchtop from a photo. Have a look at real-life samples, see how they feel to the touch, and consider how the edge is detailed. Are you building new cabinetwork that has been designed for the extra bench weight if considering a cast option? Or are you replacing an old bench top over existing cabinetwork? Lots of companies, such as Laminex, produce concrete-look laminates which are lightweight (compared to the real thing), cost-effective, and easy to keep clean but aren't as durable as the heavier options such as Dekton and Ceaserstone. Your choice of edge treatment and a drop-in versus an undermount sink will also affect the installation cost. A lot comes down to your personal preference (especially the touch part) and budget, so do your research. Concrete and concrete-look benchtops are very much an on-trend fashion item and in 2028 they will seem very 2018 so consider your options for the long term wisely. Best of luck, Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls...See MoreAny suggestions on exterior color paint and stone cladding
Comments (1)post some photos...See Moregabbyandco
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