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The quality of the air we breathe is an important determinant of health and wellbeing. Poor indoor air quality, caused in part by dampness and mould, is recognised globally as a common problem and a major cause of ill health...
With interior design trends ever-changing and evolving, 2024 promises to be an exciting year for Australian homes as the new year signifies an opportunity to renew, to update and to consider not only how a space can look but also how it can feel...
Haymes Paint has released its Ultra Premium Kitchen & Bathroom interior paint, a low-sheen, water-based acrylic formulation delivering super mark and stain resistance...
Slippery tiles pose a severe safety hazard that can lead to nasty falls and serious injury. Thankfully, there are practical and affordable options to safety-proof your home from slippery tiles...
S-5! is excited to be part of the YouTube series “James Bought a House" featuring well-known Australian designer, James Treble. The same S-5! project will be featured on a new Channel 9 television lifestyle series "Beyond the Build,” also starring Treble beginning in mid-2024...
The line between functional kitchen space and chill-out living area is becoming increasingly blurred thanks to the emergence of sophisticated surface materials that exude both luxury and longevity...
With research proving our built environment has a significant effect on our overall well-being, there has been a steady increase in the use of decorative timber in both commercial and residential spaces...
Specialist manufacturer Lapitec has unveiled the world’s only 100% silica-free stone for kitchen and bathroom benchtops, representing the first completely safe alternative to existing stone materials on the Australian market...
Homeowners and renters have been urged to clear any leaves and debris from gutters and drains to avoid water flooding their homes as wet weather continues throughout spring...
Aussies are looking for the best tips and tricks so that their home is sparkling and ready to welcome guests for the social season filled with pool parties, festivities and a few barbecues along the way...
Creating a home that is your sanctuary is about more than just assembling four walls and a roof, it's about designing a space that speaks to your soul and, in many cases connects, you to the beauty and vitality of the natural world...
Australians place enormous value on crafting effortless interiors, and the patterns and colours of wallpaper can help create the perfect ambience, breathing new life into walls, instantly uplifting the mood, setting the scene to define a style or simply making a welcoming atmosphere...
Think curves, textures, wall and ceiling detail, metals and neutrals with touches of colour. Current home design trends are focused on the elements that can make a dramatic difference to a home as well as offering a more comfortable space to enjoy...
There has been a transformative shift in the way we use our homes in recent years as our lifestyles have evolved, and Australian homeowners are increasingly looking to incorporate flexible and adaptable spaces in their home’s design...
As Australian seasons transition from the cool of winter to the warmth of spring and summer, homeowners face the task of rejuvenating and maintaining their outdoor spaces...
With access to nature on our doorsteps, it’s no surprise that Australian’s love spending time outside. An increasing demand to enjoy outdoor living at home has turned the humble backyard into an al fresco lifestyle dream...
