Structure

Coffered ceilings consist of sunken panels, and are used for both decorative purposes and to give structural strength.    Coffered ceilings are mostly decorative, but can...

Commonly used in commercial and industrial buildings, dropped ceilings allow you to easily install extra fittings, ducting and design elements.     Dropped ceilings are common in...

Beam ceilings are a traditional style of ceiling in which load bearing beams are exposed on the inside of the house.   Beam ceilings can add...

If you're renovating or extending a home, especially one with timber floors or a new level being added, you'll likely encounter beams and joists. These hidden structural elements play a vital role in holding your home together, distributing loads and supporting the floors, ceilings and roof above.

There are countless many ways to build walls and ceilings - but obviously some are much better suited to certain environments and tastes than...

Crayon? Dead bugs? Blood? Don't worry - most interior wall surfaces are designed to be fairly easily cleaned.   You may need a ladder to clean...

It depends on what your walls are made from, but giving your exterior walls a clean can improve the look of your home. It’s often...

Big surfaces like walls inevitably get dirty, and inevitably get damaged from time to time. Here are some easy ways to keep your walls...

If you’re renovating or building a townhouse, terrace or duplex, chances are your home shares at least one wall with the neighbouring property. These are called party walls, and they play a critical role in ensuring both homes are safe, private and structurally sound.

Building walls are what we know best simply as the 'external walls' of a house. Find out more about what they are and how...