Author Archive: Brian
Round or Slimline Tanks?
These days many states require you to have rainwater storage , unless you have access to recyled water. But which type of tank will be best? Round Tanks The standard is round tanks. These cost less because they are easier…
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When Is The Best Time To Install A New Lawn
Guest Post by Harold Whitlock Most people have an idea of what their suburb property should look like. Some think it should have well-painted wooden fences. A few believe it should have beautiful garden features. but most people imagine an…
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Wall Dimensions Standard Bricks
When you are deciding about building dimensions its better to take into account the size of building materials. With brick veneer being so popular that means the dimensions of the bricks. Make sure that all lengths, are based on either…
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5 Area Rug Trends to Implement In Your Home This Year
Guest Post by Mary Tipper No doubt, many of our plans for 2022 are already well in motion, since we are now in the second quarter. But do these plans include décor improvements in your homes and living spaces? You…
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Door Opening
One of the small things that can really make a difference to your house is how doors open……..but its one thing that is frequently forgotten. This sketch shows a typical bedroom and ensuite layout. (I know it doesn’t show the…
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Don’t Over Develop
I’ve heard people say that they have got the best house on the street……………………..but when you see it, its got the smallest garden, or sometimes no garden at all. If that is the case they have probably overdeveloped and spent…
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Shower Diverter Valve Isn’t Working: How to Fix It
Guest Post by Andrea Estrada Is your shower diverter valve not working? Water is probably flowing from the tub faucet and showerhead, but you don’t know how to fix it. It can make showering more difficult unless you contact a…
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Brick Fences
As I travel around the Melbourne Suburbs I see lots of brick fences……….. A problem with a large proportion is that they have obvious cracks. If you don’t believe me just walk around your neighborhood and look at a few…
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Do You Need a Shed?
There are lots of reasons why you might need a shed. Here are just three possible reasons: Garden Storage If you are a keen gardner you could needs some extra storage for: Mower; Wheelbarrow; Bags of compost Spade; Fork; Rakes….
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Glanced Light – Wall and Ceiling Imperfections
In certain conditions you can easily see very slight surface imperfections This is known as ‘Glanced Light’ . . . . so what does is mean? Well when light strikes a surface at a flat angle like in this first…
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