A Registered Painter’s Guide to Substrate Restoration

A Registered Painter’s Guide to Substrate Restoration

Why Perth Render Fails

When the render is failing, unfortunately, a fresh coat of paint won’t magically restore it.

My name is Ben from Perth City Painters, and I was standing on a ladder in City Beach last Tuesday and pulled a piece of render off a wall that was as soft as a digestive biscuit.

The homeowner thought they just needed a quick coat of paint to cover some flaking but the reality goes deeper than that.

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How Often Should You Repaint Your House? Interior & Exterior Guide

Have you ever looked around your home and thought… hmmm something feels a bit …off? Paint can be sneaky like that.

One day it looks nice and fresh and then suddenly it’s all faded and cracked.

Whether you’re someone who likes to change things up all the time or you only do maintenance when absolutely necessary (we see you), knowing how often to repaint your home can save you heaps of trouble down the track, advice Pro Painting Works gives homeowners all the time.

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How To Choose Where To Instal A Residential Lift

Once you have decided that you want a residential lift installed in your home —whether it’s for convenience, mobility, or as a disability lift— there are still lots of additional decisions to be made. One of them is deciding whereabouts in your home the lift is to be installed.

When it comes to making that choice, you will want to ensure that the decision you make is the right one. Once installed, there is no going back and if you get it wrong it is likely to cost a fortune to have your home lift repositioned.

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Understanding Flooring Options: A Builder’s Guide to Making the Right Choice

Understanding Flooring Options: A Builder's Guide to Making the Right Choice

By: James Mc Murtrie – Northside Developments

With nearly two decades in construction and experience across various sectors, I’ve learned that flooring choices significantly impact both the look and functionality of your home. Let me share a few insights I learnt while running Northside Developments about selecting and installing the right flooring, based on real project experiences.

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Boost Your Home’s Worth: How Landscape Design Elevates Property Value

When it comes to increasing the market appeal of your property, landscape design is an extremely important factor to consider doing. It is a question that is frequently asked by homeowners: does making an investment in landscape design actually increase the value of the property? The response is an unequivocal affirmative. This article will take you on a journey through the world of landscaping, accompanied by testimonials from homeowners who have experienced the value-adding magic of well-designed outdoor spaces firsthand.

The Importance of Making a Good First Impression with Your Kerb Appeal

The first instant that someone sees your property can leave an impression that lasts a lifetime. Not only does a beautifully landscaped yard captivate the eye, but it also gives the impression that the interior and exterior of the house are both well-maintained.

Influence on the Value:

  • Enhanced Kerb Appeal: Having a landscape that is appealing to the eye can significantly boost the kerb appeal of your home, which will help it stand out in the real estate market environment.
  • Visual Harmony: A landscape that incorporates elements that are complementary to the architectural style of your home will result in an appearance that is cohesive and appealing.

Achieving Versatile Outdoor Spaces While Maintaining a Functional Elegance

Patios, outdoor kitchens, and garden retreats are examples of outdoor spaces that are highly valued by contemporary homeowners because they combine aesthetics and functionality.

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10 Ways To Identify A Storage Facility For Your Home Furniture

10 Ways To Identify A Storage Facility For Your Home Furniture

For any business owner looking for a reputable commercial storage facility, if you have never used one before, it can be somewhat daunting not knowing how to start looking, or more specifically, how to judge whether one storage company or another suits your business’s requirements.

Thankfully, it is not as difficult a process as some might think, and to make it even easier, we have outlined the ten most important points you should assess regarding any commercial storage units you are considering to determine their suitability.

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Things to Consider When Upgrading Your Bathroom

Things to Consider When Upgrading Your Bathroom

The bathroom is one of the first things many people upgrade when they purchase a doer-upper property. It holds some of the most value in your home, and bathroom renovations can sometimes be necessary just to use the space comfortably.

Although, before you start hauling out the tools and putting the plumber’s number on speed dial, here are a few things you may like to consider first.

Plumbing
Will you be leaving the plumbing where it is? Will you be upgrading the pipes? These are factors to consider while you’re in the middle of removing showers, toilets, and sinks. Sometimes, upgrading standard 1.5-inch pipes to a larger size can be an ideal way to prevent blockages in the future.

You may also like to reconsider the positioning of your piping if you are adding new appliances or taking some out.

Lighting
Lighting is far easier to adjust during bathroom renovations than it is after the upgrades. Consider your lighting needs and factor them into the entire renovation process. Some people like functional lighting that’s both simplistic and easy to install. Others prefer recessed lighting, dimmer switches, and even shower lighting to reduce shadows.

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Four Benefits of Timber Flooring

Benefits of Timber Flooring

If you are designing a new home or you are planning to renovate your existing home or an investment property, you will, at some stage, have to answer the question about the type of flooring to choose. Over the past few years, timber flooring seems to be an obvious choice for many.  Writing down the project requirements may look a bit like this:

  • What will a timber floor look like?
  • Does it have an ambient quality?
  • How easy, or hard, is it to install?
  • What will it cost?
  • How difficult or easy is it to clean?

Let’s look at a few important points that, when explained, will put you in a better position to make a decision.

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Planning Your Finances for a Renovation

Planning Finances for Renovation

As homes get older they need lots of maintenance to keep up their value. But sometimes it gets to the point where a complete renovation is in order.

Of course, this costs more than the odd maintenance job so you have to plan your finances accordingly.

Having an experienced financial advisor to help you will the financial planning for your renovation will ensure you are not left without funds for other needs.

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