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Top reasons to give quartz benchtops a chance
Guest post by Hubert Dwight Quartz has brought a revolution in the industry with its reasonable prices, huge variety of designs and patterns and stunning looks. Granite and marble were always the excellent options in this respect, but Quartz has…
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Endangered Species?
For all the three new houses that I have built a key consideration was the TV aerial. Even though all the builders wouldn’t actually install the aerial I got them to install the wiring to various points around the house…
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A Secure, and Welcoming Front Door
Your entrance should provide a welcome to your guests, not look like a fortress! Consider this as an opportunity to sweep guests off their feet. For many, the house entrance and the front door can also be a conversation starter….
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Why Adding a Patio to your New Home is the Right Choice
Guest post by Bryan Alexander If you happen to live in Western Australia, you get to experience more sunshine hours than almost anywhere in the world, With the outdoor lifestyle firmly embedded into the culture, you really should spend some…
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Best ideas to make your kitchen look fantastic
Guest Post by George Hong Planning a Kitchen?. . . . See below for some considerations for when you’re redesigning this essential space. Storage Regardless of your requirements, almost everyone will benefit from increasing the storage capacity of their existing…
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Kettle, or Instant Boiling Water Taps?
I hear that instant hot water taps are becoming more popular but are they a good idea? Well I’m not convinced. Instant Hot water Taps Yes they do save time in boiling water but: Expensive at around $5,000 fitted; Need regular…
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Three Reasons Why Natural Gas Isn’t Better Than Electricity
With all the publicity about rising gas prices the gas networks must be feeling the heat. (AAAARGH what a shocking ‘Dad’ Joke) Why else would I find an article on my Facebook feed entitled ‘Three Reasons Why Natural Gas Is Better Than Electricity’…
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Patterned Brickwork
What do you think of patterned brickwork? I think it can look well if its used with restraint and understanding. Unfortunately I don’t think this example that I recently saw qualifies. Those triple block features at the window are supposed…
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Braided Hoses Problems
Have you got one of these flexible stainless steel braided hoses? This is one fitted to my toilet. They were initially mainly used in inaccessible areas. These days being fairly inexpensive they are often used to make all sorts of…
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Mirror Splash Back, Yes or No?
The first time I became aware of mirrored splash backs was while watching ‘The Block’ a couple of years ago. I’ve seen a few examples since then. . . . but would you have one? When the question was asked on…
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