I dont see why not.
Dont sand down to metal, just give it a once over with 150 to make it take paint. I like hammerite for things like that, its seems a bit hardier and its not going to go south if youve missed a rust spot somewhere.
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Dont sand down to metal, just give it a once over with 150 to make it take paint. I like hammerite for things like that, its seems a bit hardier and its not going to go south if youve missed a rust spot somewhere.
Thanks everyone for the feedback.
Looks like I need to replace my garage door, has anyone DIY the installation and how did it go?
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It isn't rocket science but you need to be handy and have an extra set of hands.
My neighbour literally needed to do this earlier this week, he called a guy, supplied and fitted new door for R3k, could save yourself around R800 or so doing it yourself
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Yeah recommend you get a buddy to help and pay in beers I am sure that will go a long way to make this install easier. Otherwise you will need some interesting lifting tools to help hold it up.
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Yeah a door install is at least a 2 man job tbh...
And honestly, if its in your budget and your garage space can handle it, I'd upgrade to a sectional door rather than a rollup. They're way more reliable and just look nice in my opinion.
And honestly, if its in your budget and your garage space can handle it, I'd upgrade to a sectional door rather than a rollup. They're way more reliable and just look nice in my opinion.
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Same, man.
Went to get a pack of 60x self-drilling screws and some aluminium profiling, 3x 3m pieces.
The tally was almost a grand. Paid it with a heavy heart
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Leyroy merlin - like R60+ for a 10 pack of 8mm plugs. Corner hardware - R15
and to be honest i prefer the ones the corner hardware had, the metal also seems good not just the cheapest chineseam
and to be honest i prefer the ones the corner hardware had, the metal also seems good not just the cheapest chineseam
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FYI for those looking for quartz in JHB. I got quotes from Granite Objects (R21k), Stonehenge (18k) and a local dude in my area (20k). All 3 for calacatta variants cause we want a slight veiny look and not speckles.
If anyone has cheaper options (with the veiny look) please hook me up. These are the sections.
If anyone has cheaper options (with the veiny look) please hook me up. These are the sections.
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ToxicBunny
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Maybe you should get in touch with Stone Connection and see what they have and who their installers would be.
They have an option called Colonata : https://www.stoneconnection.co.za/product/colonata-2/
Looks like 4.5 running meter so about R4k per running meter. Sounds alot, I expected around R2k per running meter.
Good to know for future plans.
Not the right place to ask for insurance claim help, but search terms relevant found here and don't want to make another thread...
Family home has recent roof damage that lead to water leaking into the kitchen, occurring during the peak of winter this season, directly after heavy rains.
Insurance company (customer of them for 30 years) claims this is due to "wear and tear" as the house is 35+ years old (even though its in excellent condition and well maintained) and they will not pay.
Is this claim of theirs valid at all? What is the bloody point of insurance then?
Are we expected to do annual inspections of every single flipping roof tile to ensure it won't lead to roof damage? Would they hypothetically not pay for a collapsed wall, if it was looking in perfect condition before, because we didn't do inspections to look for a microscopic crack in the wall that led to the collapse?
Family home has recent roof damage that lead to water leaking into the kitchen, occurring during the peak of winter this season, directly after heavy rains.
Insurance company (customer of them for 30 years) claims this is due to "wear and tear" as the house is 35+ years old (even though its in excellent condition and well maintained) and they will not pay.
Is this claim of theirs valid at all? What is the bloody point of insurance then?
Are we expected to do annual inspections of every single flipping roof tile to ensure it won't lead to roof damage? Would they hypothetically not pay for a collapsed wall, if it was looking in perfect condition before, because we didn't do inspections to look for a microscopic crack in the wall that led to the collapse?
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pics of the roof ridge, valleys and overall condition?
Other Pineapple Smurf
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Sure.
Clean down with benzine / kleen green / sunlight. You need to start with a cleanish surface.
Use a quality rattle can like Rustoleum 2x Ultra Cover. You get more coverage with that tin. Just a couple of light coats. Don't try and do it in one go.
You can even use Tjoka or any other brand of chalk paint if you want to give a softer pastel colour. I redid an old pine shelf with it and it looks amazing.
Rustoleum also makes effect paints.
You can seal it off with Rustoleum clear. You can push back a gloss colour with a matt clear, or use Satin to bring forward the colour. Gloss can also look nice.
A little tip about clear coat: It makes not only the best surface for other paints to adhere but it can be used over oils and acrylics.
I've been using rattle cans in my hobby for years and have always been happy with Rustoleum.
Why is it leaking?
Crack tiles are covered.
Including result damage.
Pm me I can help u with the claim
Rustoleum has very good reviews, I have also just used it for two metal garden chairs I have just refurbished and it looks great
Big fan of the rustoleum brush on hammer finish. Have made a lot of brackets/supports for the garage from steel and then painted with this, and they still look great after years
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I'm planning on re landscape and upgrading my aging backyard, specifically aiming to hiding my neighbours ugly electric fence with something like in the attached picture.
I'm not keen on wooden products, not into wasting time with maintenance.
Looking at this TPI wood
Any ideas or experiences?
I'm not keen on wooden products, not into wasting time with maintenance.
Looking at this TPI wood
Any ideas or experiences?
Tiles on the roof have lifted from the wind and water seeped underneath them. The insurance company claims they don't want to replace the affected tiles as it would break the surrounding ones and water proofing is not covered.
"Following the contractor’s reinspection of the roof visible holes to the tiles were not seen. It is after a water test was done was it observed that water was seeping through the roof tiles. As per the contractor there are tiles which are slightly elevated which may have been caused by strong winds. The roof in question is showing signs of fatigue and refitting these elevated tiles should not be considered as the surrounding tiles will break.
Also noted by the contractor that because of the condition of the roof that this problem will persist going forward. A recommendation by the contractor would be to rubberize the entire affected roof span (mountain facing) to prevent future water ingress. Unfortunately, we cannot authorize this as preventative measures would be for the insured’s account.
Please note, water proofing is not covered, it is considered a maintenance matter not covered by the insurance policy." Thanks for the help, have sent pm.
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