5 Tips For A Stunning Backyard Makeover
Guest post by Kendra Winston If you’re one of those homeowners lucky enough to have space for a backyard, then make the most out of it. Your backyard should be more than just a space where you put plants in…
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Battleship House
A house that looks like a battle ship! Is it someone who is absolutely paranoid about burglars? I have also seen it described as a zombie proof house. Basically the entire front of the house is covered in steel plate including the…
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The Meaning of Modernity: What Makes a Modern Kitchen?
Guest Post by Alana King What springs to your mind first when you think of the most essential elements of your home kitchen space? Are you a person who loves to entertain, has a large or extended family, and a…
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Sub-Divided Block Issues
Want to build a new house in an established suburb? One way is to look for a subdivided block, or even buy a house on a big block and sub-divide yourself. I see quite a lot of large suburban blocks…
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How To Choose The Right Work Boots For DIYers
Guest Post By Chelsea Harolds When doing DIY projects, you must never compromise on your safety. Therefore, you must always invest in the proper safety gear. . . but, having the right work boots is often overlooked by many, so…
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Plumbing – Are You Getting Hot Water?
One of those things I have never got quite right is hot water plumbing. This means running the taps for a while to get hot water. In the morning I switch the shower hot water on and can have a…
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How to Keep Your Home Warm & Welcoming During the Colder Months
Guest Post by Natalie lge While there is no easy way to bid farewell to the regal stretches of strikingly shaded autumnal leaves, we cannot do away with the fact that winter is fast approaching. Aside from checking your heating system,…
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Changing Builders Standard Plans
Most builders will change their standard designs to some extent. The builder of the last house we built, Metricon, was fairly flexible. Here are some of the changes that you could talk with the builder about if their standard is…
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If I Run An Airbnb From My Home Is Public Liability Insurance Compulsory?
Guest Post by Katarina Ivasco There’s no doubt about it – Airbnb is transforming the way people plan and enjoy their holidays. For the traveller, it opens up a whole new world of opportunities and experiences. For the property owner,…
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Tall Front Boundary Fences – A Good Idea?
As I walk many km’s along suburban streets every day I am surprised by how many tall front boundary fences I see. So are they a good idea?…………………… Well here are my thoughts: Security Well a 1.8m fence could keep…
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