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Installing some more light

Our house gets so gloomy in winter. It has lovely high ceilings but relatively small windows, so we are looking to supplement the light in the house with not only more artificial lighting but with improving the natural light with frosted windows and skylights. My plan is to turn this house from drab to fab, and I hope you will enjoy reading along. Some of the projects are DIY, but others might require the help of your friendly local contractor. This blog should be helpful for anyone with an older home who is looking for ways to make it feel more light and modern.

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Skip Bin Alternatives: What To Do When Your Permit is Denied

Posted on 12 September 2016

Skip bins are an efficient and affordable way of recycling construction or demolition material from your home building site, but often, there is not enough room on the property to place one. Most local councils in Australia will allow builders to place skip bins on a road or nature strip upon application, but under some circumstances, a permit application may be refused. If your local council has denied your application for a skip bin permit, take a look at these alternative ways of recycling your unwanted construction material. [Read More]

Spray And Pray: Should You Choose Privacy Spray or Film To Frost Your Windows?

Posted on 7 September 2016

Frosting your windows is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to maximise privacy in your home, and is particularly useful for maintaining privacy in bathrooms, bedrooms and guest rooms. However, purchasing pre-frosted glass, or having glass frosted with involved methods such as sandblasting or etching, can be an expensive and time-consuming process. As an easier (and cheaper) alternative, you might wish to consider using frosting sprays or films on your windows, which allow you to convert ordinary windows into obscured frosted glass very rapidly. [Read More]

How to Stop Water Causing Concrete Corrosion in Your Home

Posted on 6 September 2016

Water is one of concrete's worst enemies. Whether we are talking about the approach driveway to your home, your poolside patio or the walls of your home, when water gets inside concrete it can quickly cause severe damage. In fact, concrete corrosion is estimated to cost the Australian economy billions of dollars every year and to drive up the lifetime cost of buildings by 50 percent. This makes it important to take measures to protect all concrete surfaces against the invasion of moisture as much as possible. [Read More]

Some Terminology to Learn When Buying a New Hot Water Heater

Posted on 31 August 2016

A new hot water heater is an investment in your home and not just a casual purchase. You need to consider this investment carefully as a hot water heater can be very expensive, but no doubt you need to use it every single day. The hot water heater can also be a major expense when it comes to your utility bills every month, so getting one that is more energy-efficient for your home can be a good choice. [Read More]