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A roof leak is one of the most common, yet frustrating structural predicaments a household will face. What may begin as a slow drip from your living room ceiling, has the potential to turn into a significant structural issue with time and neglect...

Gutted Building Prior to Renovation Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was heavily used in construction and manufacturing for many years before eventually being banned nation-wide ...

Blinds and Shutters in Sydney Are you looking for some interior design inspiration that will look incredible but also have minimal maintenance requirements? Have you thought about trying out blinds and shutters in Sydney ? Consider investing in some great PVC Plantation Shutters in Sydney...

Pervious concrete has become a trending topic in the land development sector these days. Most of the owners and property builders opt for these pervious concrete driveways because it serves several benefits. These concrete driveways are strong, durable and eco-friendly...

Many seniors remain active and capable well into their twilight years, but this doesn't mean they are immune to the challenges we all face as we age. If you want to ensure the safety of any seniors living in your home (or visiting regularly)...

Renovation is all the rage… but sometimes simply updating your splashback or wet area wall can give your kitchen or bathroom a whole new vibe. Some exciting new splashback trends are expected to explode onto the design scene in 2020, offering stunning new options to refresh your space...

2020 is brimming with exciting new trends worthy of this fresh new decade. While 2019 was dominated by products showcasing innovation and sustainability, this year, even more stunning and clever new styles will make their way onto the design scene...

Beaumont Tiles has announced its six must-watch tiling and bathroom trends for 2020. The retailer is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year...

When it comes to our homes 80% of us are primarily concerned with the look of the property, however we need to expect more from what is one of our biggest investments, says architect and James Hardie ambassador, Joe Snell: “The spaces we live in have the power to influence our lives and wellbeing...

Low maintenance gardens, foodscaping, urban oases and creating flow through entertaining areas to bring the outdoors in will be at the forefront of 2020 garden and landscaping trends...

Pic: Andy MacPherson How do you represent the beach and the bushland in one home? This was the challenge faced by Melissa Bonney, director at the Designory design studio, in creating a holiday-home-come-luxury-hotel...

After a tumultuous summer where fires devastated communities all across Australia, thoughts are turning to the clean-up and rebuild process. The government has set up the National Bushfire Recovery Agency...

Prices will fluctuate in bushfire affected areas. Property prices in bushfire affected areas are set to fluctuate considerably as communities and families try to get back to normal after the devastation of recent fires...

Good planning is important for building in a bushfire area. The Dean of UNSW Built Environment, Professor Helen Lochhead says that it is possibly to rebuild in bushfire affected areas providing they are well located and designed to standard AS3959...

Smoke haze over Melbourne. After unprecedented issues with poor air quality, stemming from bushfires across the country, concern for air quality is at an all time high...

Be water wise in your garden. As many areas of the country start to rebuild after the devastating summer bushfires, founder of the Greenwall Company Mark Paul has shared some tips on how to be water wise in the your home for 2020...

The ‘Aussie dream’ has long been the belief that owning a home can lead to a better life. And if that home has a backyard, then it truly becomes the ‘Great Australian Dream’. As we all know, that’s not as easy as it once was...

In rural or urban areas, from small farms to sophisticated building apartments, sheds form an indispensable part of Australian living arrangements...