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since May 2016
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Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru
Spent most of my working life in the power tools and power garden industry. During this time I've renovated several homes both inside and out. I’m now self-employed enjoying using my skills in assisting people prepare their homes for sale.
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Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to repair a concrete void under a garage?

Outdoor
2 replies
10 hours ago

Hi @kalvinder_bains @JacobZ has already supplied some very helpful advice. To confirm his most likely cause being water running under the slab, is ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to fasten slats to a metal garage door frame

Garage and Shed
1 reply
10 hours ago

Hi @nonsibicunctis @MitchellMc has kindly answered those questions for me. Just bear in mind that installing the timbers on the frames while they a ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Cracks in concrete apron

Outdoor
yesterday

Hi @far4733 You will need to discuss this with an engineering consulting service similar to this one in QLD/NSW. Nailbag

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Which fixings to use to bolt RackIt 400kg shelves to concrete floor

Garage and Shed
1 reply
Thursday

Hi @curlygrl39 I think @EricL has already done a great job of providing a range of solutions. Chemset fastening will offer the strongest however, d ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Cracks in concrete apron

Outdoor
Thursday

Hi @far4733 I am far from any expert here other than a few things I know such as what @EricL has mentioned being drying to fast. This would only oc ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: glue tread sheet to tray

Outdoor
Thursday

Hi @jackowacko Would it not be easier to replace the tray completely with marine ply? It would eliminate any possible future delamination. This i ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Building a stool with plywood

Living and Bedroom
Thursday

Hi @michaelmkchu What an awesome project. Following along @EricL suggestion, running a good wood glue along the top of the legs/body is step one. N ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to fix drainage in renovated bathroom?

Bathroom and Laundry
Wednesday

Good luck and keep us posted @Sunflower1

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JacobZ
Bunnings Team Member JacobZ
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Re: How to repair a concrete void under a garage

Outdoor
4 replies
yesterday

Hi @kalvinder_bains, Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is wonderful to have you with us. The issue isn't so much with your concrete, ...

nonsibicunctis
nonsibicunctis
Having an Impact

Re: How to fasten slats to a metal garage door frame

Garage and Shed
4 replies
yesterday

You are extremely helpful and I really do appreciate all of your advice. All things being equal, I intend to remove the frames and follow you procedu ...

AlanM52
AlanM52
Amassing an Audience

Re: glue tread sheet to tray

Outdoor
1 reply
Thursday

Hi @jackowacko, That is typical of Caravans and Motor Homes and from my experience helping others it's likely you will be be attempting the same rep ...

sps42
sps42
Getting Established

Re: Creating plastic cover for bike

Garage and Shed
Wednesday

Thanks for the good advice, @Nailbag .

Noyade
Noyade
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Lock solution please!

Bathroom and Laundry
2 replies
Tuesday

G'day @vivarose "Please don't judge!!!" Please believe me - no one on this site will "judge" you.  Just keep trying and continue to be part of t ...

MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member

Re: Lock solution please!

Bathroom and Laundry
3 replies
Tuesday

Hi @vivarose, Did your kit come with another portion as per the image below? If so, you might have enough room to screw it to the timber (?) trim be ...

Sunflower1
Sunflower1
Finding My Feet

Re: How to fix drainage in renovated bathroom?

Bathroom and Laundry
1 reply
Tuesday

Hi @Nailbag, Thanks for the newbie tip! And for the bathroom advice. Yes, I’m in Melbs/ Vic. I also use a squeegee, to prolong the need for cleani ...

AlanM52
AlanM52
Amassing an Audience

Re: Lock solution please!

Bathroom and Laundry
4 replies
Tuesday

Hi @vivarose, Viva don't fret and look at it like this... they say you learn from your mistakes  I am wondering if the workshop lads can find one l ...

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Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to repair a concrete void under a garage?

Outdoor
2 replies
10 hours ago

Hi @kalvinder_bains @JacobZ has already supplied some very helpful advice. To confirm his most likely cause being water running under the slab, is ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to fasten slats to a metal garage door frame

Garage and Shed
1 reply
10 hours ago

Hi @nonsibicunctis @MitchellMc has kindly answered those questions for me. Just bear in mind that installing the timbers on the frames while they a ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Cracks in concrete apron

Outdoor
yesterday

Hi @far4733 You will need to discuss this with an engineering consulting service similar to this one in QLD/NSW. Nailbag

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Which fixings to use to bolt RackIt 400kg shelves to concrete floor

Garage and Shed
1 reply
Thursday

Hi @curlygrl39 I think @EricL has already done a great job of providing a range of solutions. Chemset fastening will offer the strongest however, d ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Cracks in concrete apron

Outdoor
Thursday

Hi @far4733 I am far from any expert here other than a few things I know such as what @EricL has mentioned being drying to fast. This would only oc ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: glue tread sheet to tray

Outdoor
Thursday

Hi @jackowacko Would it not be easier to replace the tray completely with marine ply? It would eliminate any possible future delamination. This i ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: Building a stool with plywood

Living and Bedroom
Thursday

Hi @michaelmkchu What an awesome project. Following along @EricL suggestion, running a good wood glue along the top of the legs/body is step one. N ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

Re: How to fix drainage in renovated bathroom?

Bathroom and Laundry
Wednesday

Good luck and keep us posted @Sunflower1

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Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

How to maintain gutters and roofs

How To
2 replies
October

Difficulty: Beginner Roofs, gutters and downpipes require regular maintenance to avoid costly damage from leaks. Whether you have a tiled or fl ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

D.I.Y. manhole installation

Whole of House
2 replies
August

A friend's house had an extension to his house that had a roofline that prevented internal roof access from the old to the new. So, he asked me to ins ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

How to restore a timber benchtop

How To
5 replies
June

Difficulty: Beginner Timber benchtops add warmth, character and timeless style to any kitchen. But the timber can suffer from everyday wear and t ...

Nailbag
Nailbag
Home Improvement Guru

How to improve your home’s street appeal

How To
March

Transforming the front of your house does not need to be a costly or time-consuming project. Simple improvements like removing clutter, planting an ...

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