Engineered stone tiles
Engineered stone tiles are a tough, low maintenance type of tile that can be made to look like most types of natural stone.
Engineered stone...
Natural stone tiles
As the name suggests, natural stone tiles are tiles that are cut from stone (of the ‘natural’ variety). The word ‘natural’ is used to...
Rectified tiles vs. non-rectified tiles: what’s the difference?
Rectified tiles cost a little more, but they offer a completely different look and style to non-rectified tiles. Find out more about the differences...
Monocottura vs. bicottura tiles: what’s the difference?
If you're shopping for ceramic tiles, it's likely you'll run across the Italian terms 'monocottura' and 'bicottura'. These refer to the firing process for...
Ceramic tiles
Ceramic tiles are a classic choice, and offer excellent variety to suit just about any budget - but they also have their own small...
Types of ceilings
While most homes in Australia will be built with a conventional plasterboard ceiling, there are quite a few different types of ceilings that exist...
Standard laundry spaces and clearances
A badly designed laundry won't just be uncomfortable and inconvenient - it can also be dangerous. Find out how much space should be allowed...
How to design your laundry
Designing a good laundry is often a matter of balancing what you need, with the amount of space that's actually available. Find out how...
Ventilation: what you need to know
There are a few important performance considerations you need to understand in order to get your head around how home ventilation should work. We...
Energy efficient plumbing
A well designed plumbing system can offer significant water and energy savings.
There have been many developments in recent years that have made plumbing systems...