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Build Mon, 09/01/2012
Dear enthusiast,

2012's here - and if you haven't already committed to some building or renovation plans, now's a fantastic time to get started. When they're done right, good renovations will pay for themselves in terms of the value they add to your home - and they'll also make your house a nicer place to live.


Here are six articles to help to inspire your renovations:


If you're still on holidays, you might also want to take another look at our last newsletter, which featured all sorts of satisfying home improvement projects.

Here's to a great 2012!

Darcy Wilson
Editor - Build
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Special needs bathrooms
Find out how a bathroom can be renovated to make it more convenient for people with physical disabilities or impairments.
Cooling performance considerations
Everything you need to consider when planning a cooling system for your home.
Smart house: retrofit vs. new build
Is it much harder to retrofit smart home technologies than to build them in from scratch? Find out what's involved.
Door types and materials
Different doors will suit different purposes. If you're renovating, make sure you understand what your options are.
Age of wiring
Old wiring can cause your appliances or electrical fittings to fail, and may even be a fire risk. Is it time to replace your wiring?
Floors for different areas
Not all types of floors are suitable for all parts of the home. Find out what sorts of flooring options are suitable, and why.
Hot water system rebates
Are you eligible for a big rebate on a new energy-efficient hot water system?
How to light different areas
Knowing what sort of lighting to use in different parts of your house will make it more comfortable, and more usable.
Roof support and load bearing capacity
Any renovations that involve your roof need to take into consideration how much weight is on it, and how well your house can handle it.
Wall performance considerations
If your renovations involve changing walls, make sure you understand how this will affect things like insulation and lighting.
Window styles
If you're adding rooms to your house or thinking about bringing in more light, you should consider how different styles of windows work.
Decking performance considerations
Planning to install a deck? Here's a list of things you'll need to consider beforehand.
Types of pergolas
Want to build a pergola? Here's a list of different types to consider.
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