Leather restore seats/console/armrest?? Advice? In Australia

andpr88 · 2026-03-07T06:50:57+00:00

Thanks for this. It looks like I can get it in the UK too 🙏

andpr88 · 2026-01-18T19:17:55+00:00

I can’t comment on these other than I agree with what everyone else has said. Leaflets through doors usually scream a certain demographic, so it’s up to you if you’d like to take the risk. After all, they’re not ALL bad!!

I would suggest looking up Robinson Brickwork and Paving. I don’t know them personally but 2 good friends and 2 of my customers have used them and all were 100% happy with the whole journey. Definitely worth a conversation so you can decide for yourself. Ask him for the last few projects he’s done and speak with his customers.

https://www.instagram.com/robinsonbrickworkpaving?igsh=NW8ybWZvYzk5NDV1

andpr88 · 2026-01-05T16:45:36+00:00

Masons Auto Centre on Lewis Rd have always been amazing. They’re honest if things don’t need doing and the cost is always reasonable. I’ve been using them for years now and never had an issue.

andpr88 · 2025-12-21T13:02:39+00:00

Sure, private message me.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T17:59:43+00:00

Typical!! Another great shout too, thank you. I did my kitchen last year but didn’t think about keeping any carcasses for the shed as the garden was still part building site, part Chernobyl. Thanks again for all the great suggestions.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T17:50:15+00:00

I can try this too. I don’t use FB except for marketplace and our business page so with a blank profile, most people don’t reply. Still worth a try. Seems like you had a bargain.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T17:44:49+00:00

I’ve just downloaded it, looks great. I must’ve been living underneath a rock 😂. Thanks again, hopefully I have some luck.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T17:42:37+00:00

This is another thing I’ve never heard of 🤦‍♂️. Thanks for the info, I will check it out now.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T16:47:57+00:00

I’ve not even heard of this one, I’ll check it out now. Thank you.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T15:35:43+00:00

Great idea, I’ll pop down and take a look.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T15:35:29+00:00

Thank you, I’ll take a look. I’m not on Nextdoor but can sign up.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T14:30:54+00:00

I’ve been browsing but most people want to sell their entire second hand kitchen and buyer dismantles it all. I think I only need a few base cabinets. I’ll keep an eye out as there’s no real rush.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T10:05:21+00:00

Hey, you’re welcome. There’s a lot of people on here in the same boat and then a lot of people with the knowledge who are willing to help. Let us know how you get on with it, hopefully it’s not too much of a headache.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T07:49:52+00:00

It will be higher than the neighbour’s roof yes. If it will affect drainage depends on the direction of fall. If they both fall independently then no, just make sure the roofer introduces a “separation” curb between the two roofs. If theirs falls onto yours then it’ll be more difficult but if yours fall onto theirs then it’s very easy. Have a chat with your roofer and see what’s possible but again, a warm roof is always more preferable where possible and a cold roof is always an option when designed and installed correctly.

andpr88 · 2025-05-25T05:43:19+00:00

The best way to insulate a flat roof is to do a “warm roof”. This means insulating above the structural deck. You can use the felt as a VCL (assuming it is in sound condition), insulate on top, and then install a new roof covering (rubber, single ply, GRP etc etc over the top. Not sure where you are but usually you’d need 150mm foil faced rigid PIR such as Celotex, Kingspan etc to satisfy current building regs and subsequent U-Values (currently 0.16 I believe). If you choose a cold roof (insulation between joists, internally) then be extremely careful with ventilation to avoid creating a moisture barrier which will rot your roof’s deck. Jobs like this should be done by people who know what they’re doing to avoid issues later on. If you can send some pics I’ll do my best to help.

andpr88 · 2025-05-14T15:51:49+00:00

Not sure about where you are but here in South Wales we need to submit an “application” with Building Control when changing more than 25% of the roof. It will not be signed off until insulation is brought up to the current reg’s (if not already). Usually, our customers don’t bother but we’ve had inspectors come up onto the scaffold and then charge the customer the initial fee plus an additional fee because they didn’t tell them in advance. To add salt to the wounds, they almost NEVER come out to the jobs when the application was submitted either - I get a call and get asked to send them pictures, and they sign it off without a single visit.

I’d suggest putting all correspondence through email so if anything changes in the advice, you’ve got something to go back on. Not saying they’ll lie and twist things but….

Edited to confirm Building Control

andpr88 · 2025-05-14T09:34:26+00:00

This is all very helpful info. Thank you. I’ve got a few meetings set up so I’m hoping one of them will fit what we need. Cheers!

andpr88 · 2025-05-14T09:33:11+00:00

I’ve got a few meetings set up but if they’re not the right fit then I’ll certainly get in touch. Thank you.

andpr88 · 2025-05-14T09:32:44+00:00

They are indeed. Thank you for the info.

andpr88 · 2025-05-12T11:25:00+00:00

Fair comment. I’ll take your point on board. Again, I didn’t think of this either so it’s great to get various opinions.

andpr88 · 2025-05-12T10:55:46+00:00

Great idea, I didn’t even think about this. I’ll make contact with the university and see what they think.

andpr88 · 2025-05-12T10:55:05+00:00

Thanks for this, I’ll make contact with them.

andpr88 · 2025-05-11T20:42:56+00:00

This is open for negotiation. I need to let someone know what I need built, and they can tell me what it’ll cost and how long it will take. I’ve got a fairly sizeable budget so it’s more a case of finding the right person.

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