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Structure

Many elements of structure make up the home, including doors, floors, walls, roofs, foundations and windows. This handy guide helps explain all these elements and more.

Bushfire and fire regulations for walls

Fires are one of the most common household disasters to happen, yet have equally devastating effects. Learn about fireproofing regulations for your walls to...
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How to check an air conditioner installer’s licence

It's important that you only have licensed technicians do work on your air conditioners. Find out about the different types of air conditioning licenses.   The...

Number of storeys

Want a 3-storey house? This will have a big impact on the types of walls you use and how they're constructed.   Multi-storey homes will need...

Thermal performance of walls

Walls can absorb a tremendous amount of heat. This can be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on where you live.    Walls play...

Internal wall materials

The materials used on the walls inside a home have to be safe, compatible with the lighting scheme, and easy to maintain and keep...

Soundproofing and wall insulation

Keeping heat and sound in (or out) are two of the biggest jobs a wall is expected to fulfil. Find out how this is...
Wallpaper

Wallpaper

Hanging up wallpaper is a popular way of decorating your walls and expressing your style in a variety of designs and colours.   Wallpaper can...

Windows, doors and apertures

In most cases, adding a door or window to a wall isn't as simple as just cutting a hole. See how windows and doors...

Shape, style and orientation

If you live in a climate where the temperature fluctuates significantly between the seasons, positioning of your walls right may play a crucial role...

Feature walls

Feature walls are a great way to add colour and character to your rooms, giving you the chance to show off your creativity. Find...
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