The Home Improvements Thread (2)

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Awesum said:
Is it possible to tile over existing tiles without removing the old tiles?
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Yes it is, but who in their right mind would do it? Tile cement has a limited lifespan, especially if some areas are exposed to heating from incoming solar radiation. It's just a matter of time before the tiles come loose. Remove the old stuff first.
 
Lupus said:
Why? My sliding doors are working nicely + my gate
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It attracts dust. Depending on the type of dust, it will eventually form a grinding paste (the stuff that you grind car valves in their seats with). This will wear everything, wheels, bearings, rails and everything will need replacement or repair. It is better to go with a graphite powder, lithium grease, or silicon / teflon based stuff like this: https://leroymerlin.co.za/garage-door-lubricant-blaster-9-3oz-81425695
 
so how about some more opinions, get rid of a thatch against the house and replace it with a "carport" type structure? or keep the thatch and make it nice again?
 
Steamy Tom said:
so how about some more opinions, get rid of a thatch against the house and replace it with a "carport" type structure? or keep the thatch and make it nice again?
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Did you ever post a photo of the space?

There are many options that you could choose, but it depends on the space and the look you're ultimately wanting to achieve....
 
May not really be home improvement but thought would ask anyway - anyone ever DIY a kids swing/slide set? Have a patch in my garden in mind for a swing/slide set and wondering where best spot would be to buy all the lumber and brackets etc.
 
I am looking for a garden/tool shed thats about 1m (W) x 2m (H) x 60cm (D).

Makro and Builders warehouse only seem to sell Keter products which are pretty expensive. Does anyone know where to get a decent quality wooden (weatherproof) wendy hut / garden shed of approximately this size and how much do these sell for?
 
Just_Ice said:
I am looking for a garden/tool shed thats about 1m (W) x 2m (H) x 60cm (D).

Makro and Builders warehouse only seem to sell Keter products which are pretty expensive. Does anyone know where to get a decent quality wooden (weatherproof) wendy hut / garden shed of approximately this size and how much do these sell for?
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Look for Wendy house manufacturers in your area...

Almost sounds you're looking for something similar in size to a Guard Hut.
 
Mista_Mobsta said:
May not really be home improvement but thought would ask anyway - anyone ever DIY a kids swing/slide set? Have a patch in my garden in mind for a swing/slide set and wondering where best spot would be to buy all the lumber and brackets etc.
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With all the brackets, threaded rods, sundries equipment etc probably cheaper to buy one. If you up for the challenge, timber & galvanised brackets/sundries etc at your local timber place, if in JHB try Nortern Pole or SAW timber. Many fiberglass places keep slides. Check Simplet Fiberglass. For the swings get Saligna planks from your local DIY and either poly braided rope (10/12mm) or 8mm galvanised chain. Make sure you use a good preservative on the timber (not varnish).
 
Just_Ice said:
I am looking for a garden/tool shed thats about 1m (W) x 2m (H) x 60cm (D).

Makro and Builders warehouse only seem to sell Keter products which are pretty expensive. Does anyone know where to get a decent quality wooden (weatherproof) wendy hut / garden shed of approximately this size and how much do these sell for?
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Go with recycled plastic - easier to mantain and more solid IMO. Unique Timbers a good place to start. Many places can make it to your dimensions.
 
muzee said:
With all the brackets, threaded rods, sundries equipment etc probably cheaper to buy one. If you up for the challenge, timber & galvanised brackets/sundries etc at your local timber place, if in JHB try Nortern Pole or SAW timber. Many fiberglass places keep slides. Check Simplet Fiberglass. For the swings get Saligna planks from your local DIY and either poly braided rope (10/12mm) or 8mm galvanised chain. Make sure you use a good preservative on the timber (not varnish).
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Would probably be cheaper to buy but need something custom made for the space I have available. I would probably buy the items over a month or 2 and I won't mind if I can find some 2nd hand timber poles (if anything available in Pta area) and treat them. Will also give my wife some breathing space as well!
 
On the topic of useless COC's, demolitions progressed into he thatch roof, and we found a variety of disasters, most crucially ALL the electrical wiring for lights was running through the roof, squeezed between the grass, some with electrical tape covering connection points. Sparky signed off the COC signed off earlier this year.
 
ToxicBunny said:
Did you ever post a photo of the space?

There are many options that you could choose, but it depends on the space and the look you're ultimately wanting to achieve....
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sorry i havent, will try do so first thing in the morning
 
Mosgi said:
On the topic of useless COC's, demolitions progressed into he thatch roof, and we found a variety of disasters, most crucially ALL the electrical wiring for lights was running through the roof, squeezed between the grass, some with electrical tape covering connection points. Sparky signed off the COC signed off earlier this year.
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Can't these sparkies be reported so that they lose their license or something??
 
I have some woodoc deck dressing laying around from my old home, has anyone used this product on wooden doors. The door may be oregon or meranti wood.
 
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