Economic Luxury – Tips For Brightening Your Home
Guest post by Hubert Dwight Whether you are walking down a bustling street or settling into a warm sofa, it’s hard to deny the profound effect lighting has on us, so it’s important to make sure you have the best of…
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Why A Condensing Hot Water Service Is Worth The Extra
If you are considering an instantaneous gas hot water service there are normally two options. A standard unit A condensing unit which typically costs around $300 more. So what is the difference Standard Unit The standard unit has a single…
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Living the High Life
Did you never really grow out of the idea of living in a tree house. Then this property by www.blueforest.com could be for you. All the features of a modern home, including a fully fitted kitchen. For more Fails and…
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A Homeowner’s Guide to Preparing for the Winter
A guest post by Hubert Dwight There are lots of things to enjoy about the winter. There is spiced pumpkin soup, hearty home cooked meals, and nights in with the family. Yet, it can also be a stressful time, particularly for…
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Plumbing Industry Problems
I have previously talked about Regulation Failing the Public . . . but how bad is it? Some Statistics on Plumbing Failures Well I have just been reading last years report from the Victorian Building Authority. In that year they completed…
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Window Fail
I was out walking the other day and saw this unusually shaped window. So why do I think it’s a FAIL? As it occupies the full front of a dormer there is no way you can fit a curtain or…
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The Ice Cube House
How would you like this totally glass house? As you can see it really does looks just like a big ice cube. I have previously featured the ‘Philip Johnson Glass House’ but this is even more extreme with glass floors….
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Titanic House
Ever wanted to re enact the “I’m King of the World” scene from the Titanic Film? Perhaps you need to stay at this house when you visit Los Angeles. I hear it’s only around $4,000 a night! If you want…
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Concrete or Fibreglass Pool
Most pool companies will tell you that their type of pool is the best. . . but what are the differences? Here are some thought on various aspects of the two options: Cost Generally concrete pools are significantly more expensive. An…
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5 Notorious Household Pests and Places They Hide
Most homeowners only spot the signs of a pest invasion once their unwelcome visitors have already started to multiply and take over. Generally, this is because they’re not really looking for indications of a problem. . . If you’re not looking for…
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