Household tips

Signs Your Air Conditioner Needs Replacement

by Greg on November 27, 2013

How do you know it’s time to replace your air conditioner? Upgrading to a new unit could help you save a large amount on your energy bill. Here are some signs to watch out for that indicate you should be considering a new unit: You Have an Older Unit If your existing air conditioner is […]

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Your guide for Creating The Master Bedroom of Your Dreams

by Greg on October 7, 2013

The master bedroom is one place in your home where it makes sense to stop and think before you pick up a paintbrush. Yes it is tempting to just pick a color and run with it, but it will pay off in the long run if you plan before you paint. Since the master bedroom […]

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Breaking Tradition: Why Cane Furniture Isn’t Stranded In The Conservatory

by Greg on October 3, 2013

If you take a look in most people’s conservatories, you’ll probably notice an abundance of cane furniture. For some reason, cane seems to be the go-to option when furnishing your conservatory, but there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t place a cane sofa in a living room, or even a cane armchair on your upstairs […]

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Make a Statement In Your Flat With These Wood Floor Patterns

by Greg on September 26, 2013

Many people instinctively feel that it’s the way the walls of their home look that brings the most value to their home when it’s time to sell. Real estate experts note, though, that it’s the quality of the floors of a home that tends to impress buyers the most – far more than the walls. […]

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Let There Be Light: Amazing Living Room Designs For Bigger Homes

by Greg on August 29, 2013

The living room is where you will spend most of your time in your home, so it takes the most pride when it comes to designing. It all makes perfect sense why you have taken so much time when you come to sit down on your plush, brown leather sofa whilst admiring the egg shell […]

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How to Safeguard Your Home Against Flooding

by Greg on August 17, 2013

Contrary to what most people think, the risk of serious flooding is present all year round, in wet or dry seasons. According to www.abs.gov.au, the frequency of rain days (defined as days when 0.2 mm or more of rainfall is recorded in a 24-hour period) is greatest near the southern Australian coast, exceeding 150 rain […]

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Inspiration is Everywhere: How to Become an Observant Interior Designer

by Greg on July 12, 2013

Inspiration can come from anywhere and everywhere. Personally I enjoy browsing image boards on the internet for cool interior designs as well as keeping my eyes peeled for inspiration when visiting offices, other people’s homes or even while out shopping. The best thing about interior design is that it is everywhere, every place you visit […]

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How to Restore the Shiny New Look to Old Floorboards, Part 2

by Chris on July 4, 2013

To read about the beginning of our floor reno project go to Part 1 Step 1. Preparing the products and tools Now that the floor was repaired, it was time to make it look good. For that purpose we used Cabot’s CFP Floor (water based). With the help of a calculator on their website we […]

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How to Restore the Shiny New Look to Old Floorboards, Part 1

by Chris on July 2, 2013

Living in an old house has its upsides – the charm, the classic character you won’t find in contemporary project homes, and the unique architectural features. But… there are also downsides. Old floorboards are one of the pains that come with living in an old house. Their worn, tired look certainly doesn’t add to your […]

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How to take care of your deck (DIY step by step)

by Chris on June 26, 2013

There are things about home ownership that you are supposed to know, but no one is teaching. The proper way to maintain your deck is one of those things, and it’s an important maintenance task to prolong the life of this quite valuable part of your house. You may learn it accidentally from an experienced […]

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Moving essentials: How to organise your utilities

by Greg on June 18, 2013

There’s so much to think about when moving house, and sorting out your utilities is usually top of the to-do list. Make it easy for yourself with these three simple strategies. 1. Create a utilities list Start by taking a good look around your home and identifying all of the utilities that will need to […]

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