Outdoor

To safely use electrical equipment outside, it’s advisable to have a dedicated external power point rather than a trailing extension lead from inside your home. So, let’s look at everything you need to know about installing an outdoor socket.

House sizes in Australia are decreasing and homeowners are increasingly turning to the outdoors to create more space for living and entertaining.

As the Australian summer comes to an end, it’s worth making the most of the warm days before entering the cooler seasons.

The MetalPlus range of coatings from Haymes Paint aims to optimise metal protection and decoration. The range consists of prep, prime and topcoat, each...

Cocktail bars, lounge spaces and even workspaces are set to claim a spot in what was the  Australian outdoor kitchen, as designers cleverly recreate the space to take on a new level of luxury and sophistication – as well as versatility.

German water treatment specialist, Lutz-Jesco, has released a sampling station with sensor technology that lets pool owners continuously record and measure the amount of chlorine in water.

James Hardie’s newest fibre cement product, Hardie Brushed Concrete Cladding, features a unique embedded texture reminiscent of softly brushed concrete, giving a home’s exterior a visually sophisticated finish, which is dynamic to the touch. 

Container gardening is a flexible solution for renovations, especially when ground planting isn’t possible. It allows builders and renovators to integrate functional greenery without altering existing landscapes. Containers let you control soil quality, drainage and placement—ideal for adding value to balconies, patios and hardscaped courtyards.

Begin by defining the purpose of your garden. Do you want a place for relaxing, cooking or growing plants? Having a clear goal helps guide choices without cluttering the area or losing functionality.

Bushfires are a serious hazard in many parts of Australia. Hotter, drier conditions and strong winds can cause fires to spread quickly, so gardens in bushfire-prone areas must be designed with safety in mind.