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Kitchen studio to use or not? Anyone have views on there kitchens prices and service? |
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Swapping Ranch Slider Direction Hi, I have a couple of large ranch sliders (three panels, two slide). I want to change the direction on opening (swap the door to the other side). The channels go all the way cross, and are covered with what looks like a clip in plate. Not sur |
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Weak worm tea. I started my Hungry Bin worm farm about six months ago and followed the instructions to the letter. Although I am getting about a litre of tea every ten days or so, it is very pale in colour. I was expecting it to be the colour of Dilmah Extra Strength, b... |
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Removing glue from concrete floor My hubby and I have ripped up our carpet in the lounge with a view to eventually polishing the concrete. There is a lot of the glue stuck to the floor. We are scraping it off but wonder if we are wasting our time as we need to sand the floor and then seal... |
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What would be the lesson(s) to be learned here? http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/70017359/family-baby-and-cat-saved-by-smoke-alarms |
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Rhubarb I have bought some rhubarb seeds, but have never grown it from seed + wonder how successful that will be? how long before there are usable stalks? perhaps I should look for a plant as well? |
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Replacing firebricks in open fire? We have just purchased a property which has had an open fire, but the last owers had installed a kent in its place and has since rusted out, so they removed the woodburner and blocked off the fireplace with a sheet of plywood. Anyway, its stil |
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Orange tree My dog chewed and destroyed my lovely fruit laden 1yr old tangelo tree yesterday. Now I am thinking of planting a orange tree in it's place. Question is, if this is the right time of the year to plant a new one also any tips from preventing dogs chewing o... |
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Well, today is my last day Just over 50yrs in the trade, practicing licence runs out today. Time to hang up the tool belt and leave it to you younger guys. |
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Standard rose advice Hi experts, I have seen a standard rose called mum in a million. Will that go ok in a large pot (as a gift) or is it better in a garden situation. If the pot is ok, will it do ok in a south facing situation with not so much sun? I'm thinking probably not?... |
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Rebuilding a garage Hi . Im considering replacing my very delapiated garage , then changing it into a pool house / guest accommodation . Am i allowed to demolish and re build , or do i need to repair bit by bit to get it to a better state of repair . I think if i was to buil... |
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Where to buy 40mm interior doors? Hi, I'm trying to find a supplier of 40mm thick interior flush doors, hollow core, 1980mm high, 4 x 760mm & 4 x 710mm. Ideally in AKL. Are replacing some 1970's hallway 40mm doors (35mm is easy at most DIY stores, but it seems 40mm is all special make and... |
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Can anyone name this lovely camellia please This one was grown from a cutting it is 10 or so years old, is very fragrant and the native birds just love it. can anyone help please. https://trade |
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Help with a lamp plug fix Hey there! Not sure if anyone is able to help me but my son tripped over the cord to my floor lamp I am redoing and has managed to pull the wires clean out of the socket, the cord only has 2 wires which are connected by 2 screws anyone know wh |
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Do you think 118 dollars An hour is expensive for a a plumber. Or is that normal. His helper was not qualified they charged the same for him. |
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Improving older lawns. Is there an easier way than spraying off & resowing lawn? Our lawns are old & tired. There's a few weeds which can be dealt with. I've thrown a bit of urea at them during the growing season, but they aren't great & am wondering whether or not to start aga... |
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How much per hr for a carpenter? In this case is installing gib (15m2) and the problem is I don't have an assistant? Thanks |
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Pig, sheep proof a fence I have seen the neighbour's pigs raise the fence up from its bottom and come underneath it. This was not a problem when we first bought the place (in April) because it was a big empty paddock. I have just bought a whole lot of fruit trees to go in it so w... |
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Have you got u-pvc tilt and turn windows? HI I'm keen to ear from anyone with these u-pvc tilt and turn windows. Are you happy with them? Would you recommend them? What do you do about curtains and lace curtains etc. |
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If someone has mucked up a job If you got a quote from someone that you thought could do a job (it's their business), but they mucked it up and did a shoddy job, would you consider yourself within your rights to pay them their quote less the cost of any repairs needed? |
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Karcher window vac/cleaner thingy So excited cos I have been meaning to buy one for ages, HOWEVER. not that impressed! Must be my technique, cos I have ended up with drag marks and you can see the tracks from the rubbery blade thing. Went over the windows after with white vinegar and elbo... |
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Anyone in Hamilton want free horse poo for garden If anyone doesn't mind picking up horse poo out of a paddock they can have it for free. I can even supply horse feed bags to put it in. Paddock close to Hamilton Airport |
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Steel garden sheds Do you get a lot of condensation in metal garden sheds?Thinking of getting one but worried power tools etc might get rusty |
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Drier not turning straight away Is this an easy fix myself or get someone in? I have a f and p dryer. Only about four years old if that. When I put something in, it starts up and won't turn as if the load is too heavy. I've today I put two bath towels in and it was too much |
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When should electrical wiring be replaced? In a bedroom I?? |
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