Author Archive: Brian Ashworth
Induction Hobs
Why we wanted an induction hob About a year ago we started thinking about going all electric. We had previously gone from gas ducted air heating to reverse cycle units and installed photo voltaic solar panels. After installing a heat…
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How To Prevent Termite Swarms From Invading Your Home
Guest Post from Lara Graham If you see a swarm of flying insects that have wings, you’ll probably assume you’re seeing an ant. But you could be seeing a more concerning phenomenon – flying termites. If you spot these pests,…
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Unusual Urinals
While I was travelling in Europe during June I came across a couple of toilets in Germany that were a little different. This first was the first time I have seen a urinal in a private house What do you…
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Benefits Of Choosing Natural Timber Mouldings
Guest post by Sarah Morris Mouldings are commonly used to add beauty and character to windows, doors, and rooms within your home. These mouldings usually have surfaces that are both convex as well as concave with integrated angles and planes…
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Construction Locks
Have you ever thought about who has keys for the locks on the doors of your new house? After all there are lot’s of tradies working on the house after ‘Lock Up’ stage. Well these days most builders use Construction…
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The Evolving Relationship Between Technology and Real Estate
Guest Post by Andre Smith We live in a world that is quite literally cloaked in all the marvellous feats of technological advancement and exponential digital growth. We have created this world; it exists for no other reason than simply…
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Removing Labels
Just moved in, and all the new appliances have those stickers on them. Not just appliances but some of the plumbing fittings. Water Rating, Energy Rating, and even more. So how do you remove them without damaging the paint, or…
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5 Budget-Friendly Tips for a Perfect Aussie Bedroom Makeover
Guest Post by Andre Smith Getting inspiration for redecorating your bedroom can sometimes be a daunting task. According to scientists, we spend almost 26 years of our lives sleeping. Of course, we won’t be spending 26 years in our own…
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Removal Boxes
Some people have enough money when they move to pay for someone to do the removals including packing up all the stuff. Most times when I have moved (18 times) I have spent a lot of money on the house…
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Creepy Art
Would you be happy about having this piece of art in your home? I saw this in the Moco Museum in Amsterdam The artist is a guy called Daniel Arsham For more unusual photos, and Fails, check out What the………………….?