12 December 2016
Queensland experiences beautiful but violent lightning storms each summer. Lightning can carry up to one billion volts of electricity within it, and a strike can be fatal to both humans and household items. As a homeowner who is about to arrange the installation of a new split system air conditioner to keep your family cool this summer, it is important you know how to protect your unit from lightning damage. Keep these pointers in mind when the storm clouds arrive and lightning starts to light up the sky.
12 December 2016
Do you live in a warm region and have plans for building a new house? You must be very careful how you orient your house because this will affect how energy efficient the house will be in that climate. If you are building your house in a warm climate, you must design the house in a way that will reduce heat gain. The following tips will help you come up with the perfect custom design for a house that will be highly energy efficient in the warmer climate.
9 December 2016
With many hot and sunny days well on the way, this summer is as good a time as any to consider installing a new set of outdoor blinds or shades in your backyard. In so doing, you create a totally new outdoor living space for your home, available for use by your family and friends when you feel like having dinner outside or you want to host a good old fashioned backyard barbecue.
9 December 2016
An industrial shed for your business is not like a shed you buy for your residential property, as an industrial shed will need to be stronger so it can withstand the occasional errant forklift driver, and it may also need to accommodate actual workers inside, rather than just being used for storage. This is why you may need to shop for different features when looking for an industrial shed versus one for your residence.
9 December 2016
Planning a garden can seem intimidating when you're starting from scratch. You may have recently moved into a new build, are doing a complete landscape redevelopment or want to add some interest to a turfed backyard. By considering the land, identifying your style and seeking appropriate help, you'll soon be on your way to your own little corner of paradise. Consider your site Have a good look at your land. How much space do you have to work with?
7 December 2016
A shade sail makes a great investment for your home, allowing you to enjoy your outside space all year around whilst keeping your family safe from the dangers of sunburn and the nuisance of sudden summer showers. New shade sails are built to last, and yours should last a long time if you maintain it properly. Here are some top tips on how to look after your new shade sail.
6 December 2016
Any Australian knows that a patio is an important part of the house—where else would you host the barbecues and spend those warm summer evenings? It's a place where you come together and, if used to its full extent, the heart of the home just as much as the kitchen. These are the basics for creating a comfortable oasis in your backyard—one that will last for many years. While building or renovating a patio is a lot of work, it doesn't necessarily have to be expensive.