How to Create the Ultimate Entertaining Area
 

If you want to make the most of a good Aussie summer, a fully decked out entertaining area is a must. So what are the elements of a perfect outdoor space? We’ve broken it down step by step so you can create a sanctuary that your family and friends will enjoy for years to come.

How To Make Your Indoor and Outdoor Spaces Work Together
 

Do your indoor and outdoor living spaces work in harmony? Can you just walk from one to the other and feel like you never left the room? Making your home flow can be tricky, but if done well, you can double your living space and create an inviting and functional entertaining area.

Choosing The Right Patio Roofing Material
 

Are you looking into building a new patio or covering an existing outdoor structure? You’ve probably spent a lot of time focusing on the design elements and how to make the transition between old and new look completely seamless. If you haven’t really considered roofing materials though, you’re doing your home – and …

Patio Maintenance Essentials
 

Patios are the perfect place to relax and unwind, spend time with friends, or chill with family on the weekends. If you usually wait until the cooler months of the year have passed before giving your patio a thorough spring cleaning, it might be worthwhile switching up your methods. With regular maintenance that you …

How To Shield Your Backyard From Neighbours
 

City living has its advantages – shorter commutes, highly developed infrastructure, and all the amenities you could want right at your fingertips. With it, though, often comes smaller block sizes and neighbouring houses butting up against your shared fence. This means having to deal with a backyard that is a little …

What To Look For In A Patio Builder
 

So you’ve decided to extend your home. You might have settled on covering your patio or deck to make it a truly useful and comfortable space, or maybe you’re looking at enclosing an outdoor area that’s already covered. Unless you’re a DIY master, you will likely need some help to make sure your home extension is fully …

How Having a Quality Carport Can Save You A Lot of Money
 

Cars are one of those things in life that when working properly, you barely notice. Unfortunately, though, when things go wrong, repairing a vehicle can end up costing you large amounts of money. With so many variables – and so many mechanical elements that need regular maintenance – it’s smart to try to minimise the …

How Adding a Patio Can Add Value to Your Home
 

You’ve probably already heard all the standard tips on how to add value to your home – a fresh coat of paint, making sure the floors are in good condition, and updating your fixtures. But there’s a really simple idea for adding value to your home that you can enjoy right up until the day you decide to sell.

Preparing Your Patio For Summer
 

What does your patio look like right now? Leaves, stacked furniture, maybe some dirt build-up? Winter doesn’t encourage us to get out and maintain our patio or yard, but whipping your outdoor spaces into shape for summer doesn’t have to be difficult – a few simple elements can have them clean and ready to enjoy.

Tips For Resealing Your Deck
 

Summer is just around the corner, which means entertaining season is creeping up as well! Over the cooler months, you may have let your deck be taken over by leaves and debris, but with clearer days here, it’s time to get on top of that. Resealing your deck is important for keeping it looking great as well as …

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