The Home Improvements Thread (2)

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GoB said:
That quick? Well in that case I don't need anything since I have someone working on Saturdays and this will be done in 2 sections.

Based on the posts online though, it seems a lot slower than 3sqm/h for thinset removal, since they claim 10X faster removal once switching to a rotary hammer.

Grinder + vacuum looks even easier and leaves a level surface.. if I could find that somehow.
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Well, to clarify, when I said day labourers, I did not mean it would be done in one day, though it could with two guys if they don't muck about..

My suggestion really revolves around the absolute pita removing tiles is, especially if you add to that, removing tile cement.. it's only slightly easier with a rotary hammer but, still a massive pita..
 
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Guys, i need your advice regarding waterproof what seems like a corrugated zinc roof. Im no expert but thats just what it looks like to me

So i have moved into a new place and last night it rained a bit and i noticed that the one door had water dripping onto it.

I went outside and noticed that the roof sheeting overlaps and may not be sealed properly which may be causing the increase in water flow to go over it and into the wall and thus drip down onto the door. This is not a flat roof but rather has a slight decline towards the area in which the drip is being noticed.

What do you guys suggest i get to sort this out?

I have read on the forum that guys have used :
ABE
Duram Rainkote Fiber Tech
Bitumen
Membrane
Plascon multiseal

I dont know which of these to use on this outside roof area to seal it and prevent the water from coming in.

Please advise

Thanks
 
GoB said:
That quick? Well in that case I don't need anything since I have someone working on Saturdays and this will be done in 2 sections.

Based on the posts online though, it seems a lot slower than 3sqm/h for thinset removal, since they claim 10X faster removal once switching to a rotary hammer.

Grinder + vacuum looks even easier and leaves a level surface.. if I could find that somehow.
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That looks back breaking, bet that thing weighs a ton.
 
GoB said:
That quick? Well in that case I don't need anything since I have someone working on Saturdays and this will be done in 2 sections.

Based on the posts online though, it seems a lot slower than 3sqm/h for thinset removal, since they claim 10X faster removal once switching to a rotary hammer.

Grinder + vacuum looks even easier and leaves a level surface.. if I could find that somehow.
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that subfloor isnt smooth like yours will most likely be, thus much harder.
 
ahmedy said:
Guys, i need your advice regarding waterproof what seems like a corrugated zinc roof. Im no expert but thats just what it looks like to me

So i have moved into a new place and last night it rained a bit and i noticed that the one door had water dripping onto it.

I went outside and noticed that the roof sheeting overlaps and may not be sealed properly which may be causing the increase in water flow to go over it and into the wall and thus drip down onto the door. This is not a flat roof but rather has a slight decline towards the area in which the drip is being noticed.

What do you guys suggest i get to sort this out?

I have read on the forum that guys have used :
ABE
Duram Rainkote Fiber Tech
Bitumen
Membrane
Plascon multiseal

I dont know which of these to use on this outside roof area to seal it and prevent the water from coming in.

Please advise

Thanks
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Zinc roof? Your best bet it flashing tape or membrane in my opinion
 
ahmedy said:
Can I apply flashing tape and then membrane on top of that for a really good seal?
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I honestly wouldn't... Flashing tape obviously uses adhesive, and if you put membrane over that you are hiding the tape and if the adhesive fails you would be none the wiser...
 
ToxicBunny said:
I honestly wouldn't... Flashing tape obviously uses adhesive, and if you put membrane over that you are hiding the tape and if the adhesive fails you would be none the wiser...
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Thanks, i think i will just apply multiple layers of membrane then but i will do it in stages and allow for drying time
 
Progress has been made - I'll hopefully finish the play room over the next week.

Glad I decided to put down foam - makes a big difference to the feeling under foot.
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And grass - not bad for offcuts :)
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Still need to figure out how to do the electrical cable - things haven't gone according to plan there.
 
MjK said:
Ellies have it. Builders used to have the connectors as well.

D-Line – Ellies Electronics

www.ellies.co.za www.ellies.co.za
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should of expected the response - inquired at Ellies where to actually buy the accessories because I've tried two Builders Warehouses, both of which say they don't stock them - and Ellies reply with a one liner to try Builders or Makro (also don't have)
 
Hi... my 1 day of tile removal went ok, but I realised that I can switch to an easier approach now.

I removed 20sqm of tiles and exposed some hollow sections / loose cement, and a couple of cracks.
If I repair this section, I reckon that a floating laminate floor should be ok.
It can go over existing tiles on the other 40sqm.

What do you think of the following... this is what I've figured out from Google, shouldn't take more than a day?

- prime the cement without removing thinset (the thinset is solid)
- use ~20x20kg self-leveling screed
- set a height using a wood strip on the low side ~17mm max
- level to ~6mm to match existing tiles on the the opposite side of the 2.5m wide room
- set some leveling tripods in-between to keep a constant slope
 
Anyone have some good suggestions to remove car oil stains from a paved driveway?

We returned from our holiday to find that the house-sitter's car leaks like a sieve and has left dark oil stains all over the driveway. I would like this removed ASAP as the body corp will probably fine me if I don't get it removed pronto. And no, it wasn't a Land Rover :ROFL:

I tried going at it with some Sunlight Liquid in hot water and a hard bristle brush, but the oil seems to have seeped into the brickwork. I can probably try some sand to draw out the oil, but I think it's too deep in for it to be of any use. It's been there for about a week now, so I fear the damage has already been done
 
PhireSide said:
Anyone have some good suggestions to remove car oil stains from a paved driveway?

We returned from our holiday to find that the house-sitter's car leaks like a sieve and has left dark oil stains all over the driveway. I would like this removed ASAP as the body corp will probably fine me if I don't get it removed pronto. And no, it wasn't a Land Rover :ROFL:

I tried going at it with some Sunlight Liquid in hot water and a hard bristle brush, but the oil seems to have seeped into the brickwork. I can probably try some sand to draw out the oil, but I think it's too deep in for it to be of any use. It's been there for about a week now, so I fear the damage has already been done
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Going to have a hard time removing that.

We have a tarred driveway and I usually get the oil stains out by covering it with sand right after the guests leave. Even then it takes a few weeks to go away completely.

You can try sand and a brake cleaner like - http://www.shieldchem.co.za/product/brake-parts-cleaner-500ml/

If it's just on the surface of the brickwork, a pressure cleaner should take it away (use sand to soak it up afterwards, you don't want to spread it everywhere xD).
 
I'll go see what the hardware store has in stock - I have a bottle of grout-off - wonder if that will do or if it will melt the paving away?
 
PhireSide said:
Anyone have some good suggestions to remove car oil stains from a paved driveway?

We returned from our holiday to find that the house-sitter's car leaks like a sieve and has left dark oil stains all over the driveway. I would like this removed ASAP as the body corp will probably fine me if I don't get it removed pronto. And no, it wasn't a Land Rover :ROFL:

I tried going at it with some Sunlight Liquid in hot water and a hard bristle brush, but the oil seems to have seeped into the brickwork. I can probably try some sand to draw out the oil, but I think it's too deep in for it to be of any use. It's been there for about a week now, so I fear the damage has already been done
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I've read that these could help:

Builders | Shop DIY, Paint and Building Materials Online

www.builders.co.za

Reinol Pink (3L)

www.builders.co.za www.builders.co.za

I'm sure you'll also find some other cleaners in the aisle, it looks like they stock some specifically for oil stains.

Builders | Shop DIY, Paint and Building Materials Online

www.builders.co.za
 
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PhireSide said:
I'll go see what the hardware store has in stock - I have a bottle of grout-off - wonder if that will do or if it will melt the paving away?
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I've used it to remove paint from paving. Didnt affect the brick. Its the same stuff as pool acid
 
Thanks for the replies all.

I will see which one of the things does the trick. I have some Grout-Off that I will try and also the Mortar-off - if that doesn't work I'll probably turn the pavers upside down and pretend that I know of nothing :ROFL:
 
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