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
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...
Log homes
Log cabins and houses are a romantic choice, but typically need specialist installation and can be quite a complicated choice.
What is a log home?
A...
Stone walls
Stone walls have been around forever. When built properly and of the right stone, they are amazingly weatherproof and resilient.
What is a stone home?
A...