Home Renovation Blog
Expert renovation tips and information about Home Additions and quality Renovations
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...
We are often asked - ‘How much does a Second Storey Addition Cost?’ And ‘Should I extend out or build up? Which will cost more?’ Adding a Second Storey does not always cost more than a Home...
What’s the difference between a scullery and a butler’s kitchen/pantry We are increasingly getting asked this question during the design stage. In modern home design, a scullery or butler’s pan...
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 con...
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 n...
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. ...
Can you guess the Number 1 cause of DIY Renovation injuries in Australia? In a house-proud nation awash with home renovation TV shows, many of us will be taking the opportunity during this enforced...
Increasingly homeowners are asking whether their home needs to have a bath. Whether you decide on having a bath or not in your bathroom(s) or ensuite depends on a number factors such as: Ho...
Bathrooms and laundries are often the last rooms in a home to get renovated. Because they are tucked away from sight, they are often overlooked for many years. This means that by the time they need re...
House Extension Costs - what is involved in calculating the costs?? We are often asked – ‘How much will my Home Extension Cost?’ And ‘Should I extend out or build up, or do both!? What will...
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. Learn our 8 Survival Tips for Living in...
One of the big decisions homeowners about to embark on a major home renovation project need to decide, is to whether to go for a Colorbond tin roof or to stick with a more traditional tiled roof. T...
How to Spot a Dodgy Tradies and avoid getting ripped off How can you tell the difference between a good tradie and a dodgy tradie? Some people are very good at talking the talk, but are not able to f...
How to Renovate and live in harmony with Neighbours Often, the first the time a neighbour realises that a renovation project is about to start next door is when they hear the demolition work commenci...
8 Common Renovation Mistakes…and how to avoid them We all know that a fantastic home renovation can add value to your home. But what happens when a renovation is done poorly? For many,...
Two storeys in one day? Or just a Box on Top? You may heard about the prefabricated two storey additions being built in one day. Of course that is not possible, it is simply a marketing plo...
Laundry Renovation Ideas You Haven’t thought of yet! Are you looking for renovation ideas for your Laundry? If your home is more than 20 years old, chances are your laundry is ready for a renov...
Tips for Choosing Your Hamptons Style Dining Table The Hamptons style of interior decorating has steadily gained popularity and is showing no signs of slowing down. We find that people are asking us ...
How to Choose the Right White Paint for Your Home Renovation When it comes to decorating a home, nothing beats classic white as a base colour. But have you ever stood in the paint section of a hardwa...
A kitchen renovation is at the top of the wish-list for most homeowners when it comes to renovations. Kitchens are the heart of the home after all, and there is plenty of evidence out there that a gre...
Hamptons style interiors are taking Perth by storm. Unless you have been living under a rock, you will have heard and seen that Hamptons style décor is the trend that refuses to go away. So what is ...
Deciding to build up and add a second storey addition is a great way to add more space and additional rooms to your home. Second storey additions are becoming increasingly popular in Perth as block si...
Home improvements and curb appeal go hand in hand. Curb appeal refers to the appeal that your home may have to a passer-by. It is a term often used by Real Estate agents, as it is a key success factor...
Selecting tiles for a bathroom renovation or kitchen renovation project can be an exciting exercise. Most of us concentrate on the colours, style and the look we are trying to achieve. Ho...
How to use a GREY colour palette to give your Home Renovation the WOW factor Shades of GREY are super popular in interior design nowadays. And no, we are not going to make a Fifty Shades of...
Have you got plans and are shopping around for a Builder for your Home Improvement project? Perhaps you are going to get Quotes from multiple Perth Builders to compare? Each Builder provides a diff...
Hamptons Style Interiors have taken the interior design and decorating world by storm! At Amerex, we are increasingly fielding questions about the Hamptons Look. Some people call it Hamptons Design, H...
For most people, the single biggest investment that they make in their lives is buying their family home. For many, the next biggest investment is making home improvements to their primary asset – ...
Building Quotes and avoiding hidden costs is possible if you know what to look for. Unfortunately, not all Building Quotes are created equal. If you are embarking on a home renovation project and h...
Scandi Home Decor is fresh, simple, functional, at times whimsical and bang on-trend. There’s much to love about ultra-chic Scandinavian interior design trends. Perhaps best of all, it ...
Avoid making these Top 10 common renovation mistakes! We all know that a fantastic home renovation can add value to your home. It can enhance your lifestyle and provide many benefits for years to com...
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 th...
Renovate or Detonate? This is a question that we are often asked this by home owners when confronted with an older home needing some TLC. As a professional renovation Building business,...
Home Renovations Costs and keeping your project within budget are often major concerns for homeowners. Undertaking a major home renovation and extension is a large investment in your family home, and ...
Are you toying with the idea of adding a Second Story Addition to your home? Do you and your family feel like you are living on top of each other? Does your home feel too small, dark and poky,...
If there is one constant in the world, it is change. Time stands still for no-one. This is especially evident in the world of Interior Design. So what are the emerging trends in Interior Design? Wha...
My family needs more space! Should I Sell, Demolish, add a Second Storey Addition? Is your existing home too small? Is your family growing and you feel like you are busting at the ...
Home Improvement Colour Trends: hot colours in Interior Design Home Improvement colour trends are influenced by many elements including fashion and culture. We have also found that the need...
Perth Home Extensions need to be planned well to achieve success. Outlined below are our top tips to consider before you embark on a Home Extension, Second Storey addition, or major home renovation....
How do you compare Building Quotes from different Builders for your Home Renovation project? There are many reasons why one Builder may be more expensive, and there are many reasons why another may...
Character Home Renovation and Addition Inspiration and Ideas with Amerex Character Home Renovations and Additions have been the mainstay of Amerex projects for many years. In fact, we have ...
What makes Amerex different? We are often asked by people how does the HIA Professional Small Builder/Renovator award get judged? What criteria do they use? How has Amerex managed to win this prestig...
After attending the Open House Perth event we noticed some strong trends emerging in Perth home renovations. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting these places, and applaud the organisers of this event...
Home Renovation and Addition Benefits that you cannot ignore!! 1. A Home Renovation and Addition will Add considerable Value to your home. A quality home renovation and home extension will add value...
You have already decided that you need a home extension, your home is too small and you need more space. The next big decision you need to make is whether to build a home extension that extends into t...
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