Author Archive: Brian
Boundary Fence Fail
Driving along a quiet Werribee Street I had to stop to take a picture of this! Are they trying to recreate the Berlin Wall? Is it a World War 2 buff trying to create his own Colditz? Is that square…
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The Benefits of Plantation Shutters in Your Bathroom
Guest post by Jelle Verbruggen Window coverings in a bathroom must be, first and foremost, practical. Fortunately, shutters offer a permanent solution for your home. Plantation shutters are perfect for bathrooms. They are easy to clean, provide unmatched privacy, and promote ventilation…
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Building On Fill – Concrete Piers
Its not unusual for the Site Investigation Report for your new house to reveal loose fill materials above a more stable clay or rock. It might also reveal the soil is in poor condition. To deal with the problem of…
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Building Insurance: What Is It & Do I Need It For My Property?
Guest Post by Hubert Dwight Are you in the process of purchasing your dream home? Maybe you’ve just stepped into the enchanting world of homeownership in your warm, cosy abode. Now, you’re pondering on that next important unanswered question of…
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Suspicious House
Well is this house suspicious? Or perhaps it doesn’t like you! Another funny photo from one of my favourite sites on the web; Ugly Belgian Houses For more Fails, and Unusual houses go to What the………………….?
Pools Vs. Hot Tubs:
How To Know Which Option’s Right For You Guest post by Hubert Dwight Spending time in your backyard is an excellent way to make the best of your limited leisure time. Whether you’re looking to cook up a storm on…
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Conventional Raft Slab
A ‘Conventional’ Raft Slab is a concrete base laid directly on a compacted base. It is strengthened by cutting trenches in the base and adding reinforcement. These ‘thickened beams’ are formed at the edges and also under loadbearing walls. This…
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Seaside Sophistication: A Guide to Hamptons-Style Furniture
Guest Post by Hubert Dwight Home decorating ideas may come and go but the Hamptons look has been one of the most popular, enduring and sought-after home décor aesthetics for over 300 hundred years. Originating in the US when the…
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Building a Long-Distance Home
Most people wanting to build a new home like to build it close by, but that doesn’t work for everyone. Why build at a long distance? Typical reasons for building long distance, including: Building a ‘Holiday’ home. Building a retirement…
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7 Reasons to Install Flyscreen Doors at Your Home
Guest Post by Hubert Dwight For generations, flyscreen doors have been an essential part of numerous homes in Australia. Their simple mechanism effectively prevents those pesky intruders that can cause some serious iritation if they enter your home. However, a…
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