Outdoor

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

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...

Cyclone regulations for decks and pergolas

If you're planning on building a pergola in a cyclone prone part of Australia, it will need to comply with the cyclone code. Find...

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 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....

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...

How to clean and oil a deck

Properly cleaning and oiling your deck will help to bring out its natural colours and make it look like new. Find out the best...

How to restain a deck or pergola

Over time, decks may lose their colour and lustre. Find out how to choose the right stain for your deck, and safely restain it...
Deck styles and materials

Deck styles and materials

The styles and materials used are what sets one deck apart from the rest. Find out more about popular deck styles, where they're suitable,...

Types of decks and deck designs

Decks can be used for many things - and designed in a number of different ways to suit different purposes. Find out about freestanding...

Decking materials

Decking can be made from all sorts of different timbers, and can be coloured, stained and weatherproofed using decking oils and treatments. Find out...
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