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Going Old School: Choosing a Traditional Exterior Render for Your Home

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While modern building materials have reached levels of durability and strength previously undreamed of, there's a still a lot to be said for many older processes and materials that are still in use. Traditional exterior renderings may have been supplanted in many places by modern acrylic and polymer finishes, but these venerable (and in some cases ancient) house coverings have many fine properties which are just as useful now as they were hundreds of years ago.

31 May 2016

Various Types of Stone Benchtops You Could Consider

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If you are looking to transform your kitchen from conventional to eye-catching, then you should consider installing stone benchtops. Not only are these benchtops attractive, but they are also highly functional and durable too. It should be noted though that there are a variety of stone benchtops in the market that you could choose from. Here are some of the popular options that you could consider depending on your individual tastes and needs.

23 May 2016

Know the Right Kind of Shower Head for Your Bathroom

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Every high profile bathroom design is complemented by the presence of a good shower head. After all is said and done about decorating your bathroom, it all comes back to enjoying a good shower. Knowing the best showerhead to install in your bathroom will improve your showering experience in your home. Below are some of the aspects you should consider before buying a showerhead. Ability to Save Water Any shower fixture you choose should offer the right water economy.

10 March 2016

Choosing A Low Maintenance Natural Stone For Your Bathroom

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Natural stone tiles, counter tops and fittings can add a touch of real class and luxury to any unloved bathroom, and in the right hands they are durable, long lasting additions to your bathroom decor. However, some natural stones are much more user-friendly than others, and the regular maintenance and care that more delicate stones require can put a lot of home owners off the material as a whole. But do not be discouraged -- there are a number of natural stones available for bathroom renovations that do not require such tender loving care.

8 March 2016

What are the benefits of paving with limestone?

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When you choose material for your outdoor paving needs, there are many of them to choose from. If you want to get out of the traditional asphalt and concrete, consider more unique materials like limestone. This is a natural rock found in ocean sea beds, providing colour and durability to your property. Here are some benefits of paving with limestone. It is a budget-friendly option If you are on a limited budget, you might find it difficult choosing a paving option for your patio or driveway.

11 February 2016

What are the different styles of cabinet doors?

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If you are currently remodeling your kitchen, you might be re-thinking your cabinets. The first choice is to decide on the types of cabinet doors you want. There are many different varieties, from flat and standard to decorative or frameless. Here are some different styles to choose from. Traditional Cabinet Doors The basic cabinet doors, called traditional or sometimes face-frame cabinet doors, have the flat cabinet door framed in a cabinet box.

11 February 2016

Three Ideas for Outdoor Pergola Use

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At its heart, a pergola is a fairly simple outdoor adornment that makes use of boards and structure beams to isolate a specific area on a landscape. The Italian-inspired garden feature has seen a revolution in both design options, and uses. Today, pergolas can be used to achieve very many different effects on your outdoor space.  Pergolas can easily be built using ready-to-assemble sets from companies like Australian Lawn Wholesalers for the DIYer, or using experienced remodeling contractors.

21 January 2016