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Outdoor

This guide covers important element of the home’s outdoor area, like the garage, driveway, and gardens. 

How pergolas are made

How are pergolas made?

Pergolas aren't the most complicated structures, but there's still plenty of method and common-sense that needs to be applied to get them right. Learn...
How to choose a pergola

How to choose a pergola

Done right, a pergola can improve the look of your home, and provide some very strategic shading and a great spot to entertain. Here's...
Decking maintenance

Decking maintenance

Not all decks require that much maintenance. With wood plastic composite (WPC) decking and uPVC decking, for example, it's almost a matter of install-and-forget....

Bushfire regulations for decking and pergolas

Regulations apply in bushfire prone areas which may affect how you're allowed to build a pergola. Find out what regulations apply, and how they...

Decking regulations

Depending on where you're building your decking, you may need to build in a certain way, choose special materials or restrict your plans. Bushfire...

Energy efficient decking

The materials you choose for your decking are all important, especially if you're interested in ensuring that your decking comes from sustainable sources. Choosing...

Performance considerations

It's all too easy to approach the task of choosing decking based on looks alone - but decking's one area where beauty is most...

How to choose recycled timber decking

Using recycled timber for your decking offers an excellent way to reduce your environmental footprint, and to make use of well seasoned wood with...

Do I need a council permit for a deck or pergola?

Depending on the type of pergola you intend to build, you may need to apply for specific permission to build. Find out when you're...

Deck height and handrail regulations

Decks constructed beyond a certain height need to be built with handrails. The construction of the handrails is also regulated, to further lower the...
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