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Paint themes: How to create the perfect bedroom for your child     by   Jason Cini

29 August 2018

When you think of a child’s bedroom, you think colour and lots of it. Of course, not all paint themes for kids’ bedrooms are overly colourful and vibrant. At the end of the day, it’s the theme as a whole that matters over bright, showy hues...

Three innovative ways to create textures and patterns when painting walls     by   Jason Cini

29 August 2018

The addition of patterns and textures make regular painted walls spring to life. They catch your eye the second you walk into a room and add character to your home...

Choosing the Best Garage Option for Your Home     by   Derek Lotts

29 August 2018

When it comes to home design, it’s safe to say that people have a couple of pretty huge blind spots. How else would you explain that we so meticulously plan every detail of our living rooms and pay so little attention to our garages?...

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Four steps to creating the ultimate BBQ area     by    (not verified)

29 August 2018

Spring is in the air, which means we’re fast approaching summer and barbeque season. As the weather warms up, there’s no better time to make the most of your backyard with an outdoor kitchen...

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The dangers of DIY home renovations – How safe is your home?      by   Adelle King

29 August 2018

Millions of Australians could be unaware of the potential risks that lie in their home, according to a leading structural engineer. Yenem Engineering Services director Dave Meney says most Australian home owners take for granted the fact their home is safe and considered structurally sound...

A Simple Guide to Paint Your House Exterior     by   Emma Sneddon

27 August 2018

One of the cost-effective ways to both protect your home from the elements and spruce up your property is to paint the house exterior...

Tiny frame, big potential      by   Adelle King

27 August 2018

Historically, Australia has some of the largest houses in the world but this could be set to change, with a 2017 CommSec report showing the country’s properties are now the smallest in two decades...

Perfecting plant style in your home     by   Adelle King

27 August 2018

Plants give a home’s interior a feeling of freshness and calmness and are an ideal decorating solution for that added personal touch and panache. However it can be difficult deciding what plant is best for what space, which is why Henley has created the below guide...

Home Design Ideas That Make Comfort a Priority     by   Derek Lotts

25 August 2018

If we had to define home in one sentence that would probably be: “The place we feel comfortable in”. This comfort is made of various factors, including the people you are living with, the neighborhood you’re in, but especially the interior design...

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3 Reasons Why Your Vinyl Wrap Kitchen Doors Have Turned Yellow     by   Adam Smith

22 August 2018

Vinyl wrap kitchen cabinet doors have become very popular in recent years. The glossy finish can make even neutral shades look more sophisticated. Unfortunately, if you opted for white, you may have noticed that your vinyl wrap kitchen doors have started to turn yellow...

Kitchen Door Handles and Other Things to Look Out For in a Kitchen Showroom     by   Adam Smith

22 August 2018

If you’re planning on renovating your kitchen, you’re likely to already have contemplated a visit to your local kitchen showroom...

5 Common Landscaping Mistakes To Avoid     by   Mark Stanley

20 August 2018

We cannot deny that a gorgeous landscape is every homeowner’s dream. A beautiful home is not complete without a yard you can be proud of, but it’s not as easy as it seems and many people fall victims tolandscaping mistakes that could have been easily prevented in the first place...

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DIY-friendly paving patterns      by    (not verified)

20 August 2018

With spring right around the corner, now is the perfect time to begin sprucing up your outdoor entertaining area. Creating a solid foundation is important so the best place to start is from the ground up – with pavers, turf and pebbles...

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Window compliance     by   Can you Subdivide?

18 August 2018

Both the Planning Scheme - in particular RESCODE and Building regulations emphasise the importance of window design and sill heights to mitigate overlooking onto neighbouring properties. Positioning privacy screen There are a few design solutions...

Colour palettes from your favourite TV shows     by   Adelle King

17 August 2018

TV shows can provide an endless source of design inspiration, with colours chosen to set the tone and mood of a show before any of the characters utter a word...

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What would make home renovators remove asbestos?     by   Adelle King

16 August 2018

The Australian Government’s Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency (ASEA) has released the findings of its research that looked at the factors that would make home owners more likely to remove asbestos in the future...

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Snip your garden into shape     by    (not verified)

16 August 2018

Spring is often a welcome relief to sun-loving Aussies, especially as gardens come out of hibernation and begin to put on fierce floral displays...

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5 Helpful Tips With Updating Your Kitchen     by   Adam Smith

15 August 2018

The kitchen, as they say, is the heart of every home. If you want to improve this particular part of the house, the most important things you need to consider are functionality, convenience and style...

5 Good Reasons to Invest In Vinyl Wrap Kitchen Doors     by   Adam Smith

15 August 2018

Many homeowners spend a fortune updating the look of their kitchens. After all, kitchen remodelling is one of the home improvement projects that add the most value. But you don't have to overspend in prettifying your kitchen...

Cleaning Do and Don't for Laminated Doors      by   Adam Smith

15 August 2018

Laminate kitchen cabinet doors have been popular for years, but they often have a bad reputation for continuing to look good. However, much of this is due to improper cleaning that can compromise the integrity of the finish and leave it vulnerable to further damage...

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