Howtodecks.com.au has so kindly shared with us the top 15 deck building mistakes. Howtodecks.com.au has been helping DIYer’s build decks for 5 years, if you get a chance go and check them out. Footings #1- Hitting underground water, power and/or gas mains The consequences of hitting a water, power and/or gas main may be serious […]
Continue reading...Marble bench tops offer classic and timeless beauty for the interior finishing of your home, but the wisdom of installing one will depend on where you are using it. Generally, marble will make a perfect surface for bathrooms, fireplace surrounding, offices, and other light use areas. However, it is not recommended for use in the […]
Continue reading...Before you embark on the task of renovating or installing a new kitchen, you need to do your homework. Fortunately for you, we have made your homework much easier. Today, we are going to review the IKEA Kitchen Planner software. We will give you the pros and cons of using this 3D kitchen designing tool, […]
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The kitchen renovation is one of the most popular home improvements. Well, this may seem like a cliche, but the kitchen is the heart of any home. Thus improving its’ function, design, and look will bring back big returns. When renovating your kitchen, your improvements should be personalised and the budget should allow for your […]
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Caesarstone ® is an engineered stone used to create kitchen bench tops, splash back, bathroom vanities and wall linings. This man made stone is made of broken down stones that are reconstituted into a single slab that is cleaned and polished. It is a low cost alternative to counter tops stones like granite and marble. […]
Continue reading...When you are renovating the time will come when you’ll replace old vinyl floorcoverings. Something to keep in mind, there is asbestos in old floor coverings. Particularly with vinyl and lino products that predates the 1970’s. Now asbestos is not a problem if you do not disturb it, however if you are renovating the chances […]
Continue reading...When drop something, breaking or chipping a tile is one of our biggest fears. Especially when we drop something hard and heavy on floor tiles. If you are unfortunate enough to chip or break a tile, there is a trick you can use to remove the broken tile without damaging the surrounding tiles. Remove the […]
Continue reading...The sound of kitchen cupboard doors banging shut is one noise that you never really get used too. By stopping the cupboard doors banging you get a little piece and quiet. The answer, soft closing hinges, soft closers, sometimes referred to as shock absorbers. What are soft closers? How do soft closing hinges or soft […]
Continue reading...To cut Laminex panels there is a bit of an art form. Laminex recommend that you cut their panels from the face side. Cutting from front to back. This is exactly what you need to do to stop the face of the panel being chipped. There are a number of tools to choose from when cutting Laminex; […]
Continue reading...The kitchen splashback is an important element in the kitchen. Not only does the splashback help make your kitchen look good, it has a purpose. Splashbacks are there to stop water from getting behind the cupboards and ultimately the walls. Without the splashback, the constant wet and dry conditions (especially around the sink) start to […]
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