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The FIVE Big Myths of TV Home Renovation Shows
In recent years, TV renovation shows such as The Block have helped fuel an increased interest in DIY home renovations. In 2020 the pandemic arrived, and we all started to spend much more time at home and less time travelling, therefore we all had surplus time and savings. The combination of these factors has meant that… Continue reading The FIVE Big Myths of TV Home Renovation Shows
Recycling and Repurposing Ideas for Your Home Renovation
Did you know that there are a number of ways you can recycle or repurpose parts of your home when renovating? Prior to commencing your renovation and most certainly before you start any demolition, take a walk around your home and tag anything that can be recycled or repurposed. The less that ends up in… Continue reading Recycling and Repurposing Ideas for Your Home Renovation
Floor to Ceiling Tiling in the Bathroom – Yes or No?
Are you thinking about Floor to Ceiling tiling in your bathroom? Believe it or not, deciding on tiling height in bathrooms is one decision that homeowners struggle with. It is one of those things that you have never spent much time thinking about, until you have to make a decision yourself! You are then left… Continue reading Floor to Ceiling Tiling in the Bathroom – Yes or No?
Asbestos is a deadly and hidden danger in home renovations!!
Is there Asbestos in your Home? Where can you find it? Can it harm your health? Should you remove it? Most of us know that Asbestos was a commonly used building product in Australian homes in the past – primarily in homes built prior to 1980. Asbestos has since been identified as a dangerous product… Continue reading Asbestos is a deadly and hidden danger in home renovations!!
Why NOW is the best time to renovate
If you have been thinking about renovating or extending your home, but have always been too busy to stop and think about it, now is your time. There has never been a better time than NOW. Why? The construction and design industries are open, are in full swing (albeit with social distancing and other safety… Continue reading Why NOW is the best time to renovate
10 Tips for Nailing Your Bathroom renovation
Bathrooms have changed a lot in recent times and are no longer just a boring and functional part of the house. Nowadays, with modern design and innovative products, bathrooms are fast becoming not just a washroom, but a sanctuary away from the pressures of modern life. It is little wonder then that bathroom renovations are on the top of the list from many homeowners. Unfortunately, it… Continue reading 10 Tips for Nailing Your Bathroom renovation
Easy DIY Renovation Ideas for every home
We are all spending much more time at home nowadays so it makes sense we have time to spruce up around the place and do some DIY renovations. This is most certainly not just for the Dad in the house. There are stacks of DIY tasks that all family members can do, regardless of age… Continue reading Easy DIY Renovation Ideas for every home
DIY Renovation Accidents in Australia
In a house-proud nation awash with home renovation TV shows, many of us will be taking the opportunity during this enforced downtime to undertake some DIY home improvements. However, according to a report published by the Australia Institute of Health and Welfare, the great Aussie love affair with home renovations is also keeping emergency departments at hospitals… Continue reading DIY Renovation Accidents in Australia
Pros and Cons of Flat-pack Kitchens
With flat-pack kitchens doing a booming trade across Australia, many homeowners are considering them as a cost-effective alternative to a custom-built kitchen. While they are an increasingly popular option for owner-builders and DIY’ers we generally do not recommend them. We’ll discuss why at the end of this article. For now, we have taken the time to fully… Continue reading Pros and Cons of Flat-pack Kitchens
Survival Tips for Living in a Renovation Zone
Living in a home undergoing a major home renovation project can be challenging, but with some careful planning, you can minimise the disruption to family life. 1 – Fence off construction areas Create fenced off outdoor areas for children and pets that are well away from dangerous construction areas so that they have safe zones.… Continue reading Survival Tips for Living in a Renovation Zone