HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Good or bad? Advantages/disadvantages? Has anyone experience of weatherboard homes and things to be aware of? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolvesaussie Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 buying or renting? We are renting one now, looks lovely is really nice.. I have an idea its going to get cold in winter tho (Melbourne). If buying I think there is a lot you need to look for make sure there are no termites etc.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skani Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 If you are buying...the main hassle is repainting (which I think is recommended about every 10 years). How hot/cold it gets will depend on the quality/thickness of the insulation in the external wall cavities and the ceiling. Not sure if termites are a problem in Perth - but something to be aware of, if so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Yes buying, attracted by the appearance, character and price of these homes. We've stayed in a few on holidays and never noticed any major issues with insulation. I guess the upkeep is the major factor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheswick Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Yes buying, attracted by the appearance, character and price of these homes. We've stayed in a few on holidays and never noticed any major issues with insulation. I guess the upkeep is the major factor. Hi, Depends on age of building...if older than 19 90`s be aware of asbestos issues...heaps in older homes have asbestos..not a problem if left alone...newer buildings do not have asbestos..but,always get a termite inspection as well as the usually inspection when buying a property...as with any timber framed/clad building look out for rot etc...and yes maintenance is an issue also...in general Aussie homes are poorly insulated with single glazing and drafty windows....they do look good tho...and another issue is location..as in bush fire areas...I lived in the blue mountains,nsw...its a big issue...anyway all the best,cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northshorepom Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 If you are buying...the main hassle is repainting (which I think is recommended about every 10 years). How hot/cold it gets will depend on the quality/thickness of the insulation in the external wall cavities and the ceiling. Not sure if termites are a problem in Perth - but something to be aware of, if so. That No insulative difference per se between a weatherboard house and any other timber framed house (eg brick veneer) - it all depends what is between the outer (weatherboard) skin and the inner walls in terms of insulation I thought most/more homes in WA were double brick? Over here, timber framing is by far the most common type of structure Most houses in Sydney have timber sub floors as well, and roof rafters are almost always timber. So even if a house is actually "full brick" or (rarely) steel framed, you still need to get a termite inspection Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 (edited) Weatherboard homes are not common in metro areas but seem to be quite abundant in some country towns. I just think they offer a lot more character than a lot of brick and tile homes. The nicely maintained ones have modern interiors but are still a lot cheaper than brick and tile Edited February 21, 2014 by HappyHeart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 https://reiwa.com.au/Buy/Pages/More-info.aspx?SearchType=RESSALE&prop_no=1&listingid=10430484&listingno=3432308&puid=0 This is the sort of thing Im looking at Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckleface Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 That looks like fibro rather than weatherboard Fiona ie asbestos and expensive if you want to renovate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoll Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 (edited) Ours is weatherboard with insulated metal cladding and a colorbond roof (was aluminium). It's ok but doesn't have as substantial a feel to it as solid double brick - there's more movement especially when the ground dries out in a drought or swells with lots of rain. It's ok though. We're as well insulated as we can be but it still gets very cold and very hot. I'd agree with FF - looks more like Fibro to me in that pic tho. Edited February 21, 2014 by Quoll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Yes I think we're a bit confused between the two. Husband thought weatherboard was asbestos but it's timber right? There's also homes made from other materials..cellu something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Ours is weatherboard with insulated metal cladding and a colorbond roof (was aluminium). It's ok but doesn't have as substantial a feel to it as solid double brick - there's more movement especially when the ground dries out in a drought or swells with lots of rain. It's ok though. We're as well insulated as we can be but it still gets very cold and very hot. I'd agree with FF - looks more like Fibro to me in that pic tho. Yes I realise the one I pictured is Fibro. My mistake. Not distinguishing between the two. Our brick home now gets very hot and very cold so Im not too fussed about insulation as we plan to buy a smaller property and with some decent heating and cooling should be ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacaranda Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 We owned an old weatherboard home.No problems HH,had a woodburner so kept very cosy in winter,no air con but we lived up in the hills (Of SA)so was'nt too bad heat wise.I loved my house.Felt very homey,and yes I would live in another one given the opportunity.Do get the checks though for your own peace of mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Seems little price difference between fibro and weatherboard. Then you have hardi plank, thats timber presumably? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckleface Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Yes I think we're a bit confused between the two. Husband thought weatherboard was asbestos but it's timber right? There's also homes made from other materials..cellu something? Traditionally weatherboard always meant timber (in Aust). There are modern alternatives that are supposed to look like timber weather boards but are made of other materials (not up on what they are though). BIL has just build using one of the modern alternatives and it looks the same as timber until you tap it. He says he won't have to paint it every 10 years but I'm not sure I believe that will be the case. I love the look of weatherboard but my OH always insists on brick because they are set and forget (he hates painting). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abz123 Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 cellu something? lite? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 I will keep looking. Just not finding the sort of thing I want in brick and tile. Thanks for all replies:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckleface Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Have you considered building? I love the look of these. http://www.harkawayhomes.com.au/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyHeart Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Have you considered building? I love the look of these. http://www.harkawayhomes.com.au/ Yes, we have....need to know more. That is exactly the style of home I am looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckleface Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Yes, we have....need to know more. That is exactly the style of home I am looking for. BIL built the Victorian Homestead although he got a builder to do it as Harkaway specialise in 'outsides'. Harkaway drafted the plans and delivered the 'outside' while the builder did the foundations, floors and internal fit out as well as supervising the erection of the 'outside' if that makes sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northshorepom Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Yep, definitely fibro This is weatherboard: http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-wahroonga-116182067 The modern weatherboard "lookalikes" are things like Hardiplank - it's a composite of timber particles and cement, cast See here: http://www.csparchitectural.com.au/hardiplank-weatherboard It still will need painting but is more resistant to rot/termites etc and won't swell/shrink so much (although properly seasoned timber shouldn't move around too much) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northshorepom Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Have you considered building? I love the look of these. http://www.harkawayhomes.com.au/ I love the look of those too - great repros I love verandahs, so suited to the climate too There's a house near me I think is great: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northshorepom Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 That looks like fibro rather than weatherboard Fiona ie asbestos and expensive if you want to renovate. I should add, I personally wouldn't touch a fibro house It's not dangerous in itself until you disturb it (fibres are bound in and only a risk when you break/drill panels) but if you want to get rid of it and put something less cheap & nasty on there it will cost you a packet in disposal costs. Also impacts resale, because it puts a lot of people off. Like me It was never really fit for anything better than a caravan or garden shed really Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckleface Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Yes, we have....need to know more. That is exactly the style of home I am looking for. Here are some Harkaway floor plans if you are interested. They do a complete design service though so you can have virtually anything you want. https://www.google.com.au/search?q=harkaway+homes+plans&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-gb&client=safari#biv=i%7C7%3Bd%7CnJ7f3MMrlVAUOM%3A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petals Posted February 22, 2014 Share Posted February 22, 2014 Painting too much painting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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