7 Benefits Of Installing Retractable Awnings For Your Home
Guest Post by Darmo Awnings are a great way to provide shade for your home during the hot summer months. They can also help with insulation, protect UV rays, and reduce energy bills by up to 50%. Hence, installing retractable…
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Electrical Planning – General
Do some of your power sockets look like this photo? Next time you visit a show house have a look at the power point provision……… You would think most builders are still living in the 1950’s. Typically you get a…
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6 Types of Rugs and Which Is Right for Your Home
Guest Post by John Guevara If you’re looking for a rug to spruce up your home, there are many options available. You can find rugs of all shapes and sizes on the market today. There are many options, and it…
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Wood For Heating – Why A Wood Heater Is Better Than An Open Fire
Although wood heating is banned in many urban areas they are still allowed in most country properties A lot of people think that an open fire gives a better ambiance than a wood heater . . . but I much…
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Seven Things to Know Before Buying a Plantation Shutters
Guest Post by Asad Shoaib Plantation shutters can be a great addition to your home as they help enhance the look and quality of your property. However, there is a huge number of plantation shutters available in the market, so you…
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Electrical Planning – Living Rooms / Rumpus Room
Living Room, Family Room, Rumpus Room………….some houses have one room for all functions. Bigger houses can have three separate rooms, perhaps even a Parents Retreat!. As far as electrical planning is concerned the issues are really the same. Entertainment Some…
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5 Tips When Installing A Home Automation System
Guest Post by Aldrin Daniels The advent and continuous innovation of technology have definitely made our lives easier and more convenient. The practical automation of tasks within the home has been a primary goal pursued from multiple angles for several…
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Plumbing – Bathrooms and Toilets
Everyone has an opinion about Toilets and Bathrooms even if they aren’t too bothered about other rooms. (I used to be involved in Airport Design. At project meetings million dollar concrete decisions used to take less than 5 minutes but…
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5 Tips For Setting Up A Workshop In Your Garage
Guest post by Ricky Miles Setting up a small workshop at home can be exciting, but it’s also challenging when your garage is small and cramped. Square footage can be limited, especially nowadays that it’s at a premium. If you…
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Balcony Drainage
If you are going to have a balcony don’t forget to consider the drainage. You need to make sure that you have a large enough drain, for example this. And the whole balcony slopes down to the drain. If the…
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