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John & Irene Now Have an Awesome Patio!

Kim was very helpful and informative. He knew his product and obviously believed in it. Brian + Co were friendly and efficient and coped well with a couple of minor setbacks. Job well done. The patio looks awesome. Thanks John & Irene Hall

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Importance of checking your deck before the entertainment season starts

If you’re primarily laying decks or considering other outdoor patio designs for entertaining visitors to your home, you’ll have the responsibility of ensuring these installations are well maintained and won’t pose health and safety risks to your guests – especially during the silly season. Routine checks Checking your decks for signs of damage and other potential issues before the summer season arrives will allow you to spot any problems while these can still be easily fixed. Checks are especially vital…

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How To Lay A Garden Pathway

Pathways are simple but effective additions to a garden and can be laid easily as part of a DIY project. This video from Masters Home Improvement demonstrates one quick and simple method of laying a modern pathway in a garden, which may be chosen as a practical footpath or to visually break up a lawn. To prepare and lay a garden path, you will need concrete mix, stone pavers and decorative stone such as gravel, along with a spirit level,…

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How to lay a flagstone patio

Flagstone flooring is a great addition to a patio if you are looking for a flooring design other than timber, brick or tiles. This video offers a step-by-step guide to laying flagstones for a patio, whether these are being dry or wet laid. The three main steps are base preparation, building the base material and laying the flagstones themselves. When preparing the base, you may need to dig up parts of the patio area to create a level and even…

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How a New Patio Can Add Value to Your Home

When most people think about outdoor patio designs for their home their primary thoughts are about how they will use and enjoy this new home addition. What they may not consider is the value that the new patio will be adding to their home, should they ever choose to sell it. The appeal of a great looking and functional patio can be one of the biggest factors influencing the decision of prospective home buyers. Extra outdoor space The most obvious…

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Five Ways to Maximise an Indoor/Outdoor Space

Indoor/outdoor spaces offer the best of both worlds, allowing you to enjoy nature and the outdoors in the comfort of your own home. Speaking to patio installers should give you ideas for designing your indoor/outdoor room, including: 1 – Bi-fold doors These compact entranceways take up less space than sliding doors and are ideal for linking indoor/outdoor rooms to main home buildings, as well as letting in natural light and offering unobstructed views over gardens. 2 – Weatherproof furniture Even…

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Five things to consider before installing a new patio

If you’re considering installing a patio in your garden or attached to your home, there may be many questions you need to ask patio installers beforehand to make sure you choose the right type of patio for you and your home. 1 – Materials There are likely to be many materials present in a finished patio, from brick or timber walls to metal roofing and glass windows. Brick patios are generally the easiest to design and construct, though concrete offers…

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Everything you need to know about getting approval for a new patio

For many homeowners, renovations and home building projects can be a stressful time with so many considerations and decisions to keep track of, as well as the demands of work and family life. It makes sense to use an experienced custom patio builder to complete a new patio, as they will stick to the budget and timetable for the construction, and know what planning permits are required from local councils and how to navigate through any obstacles. Why council approval…

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Creative Outdoor Furniture on The Cheap

Building your own outdoor furniture for your outdoor patio is one way to achieve a stylish design on a limited budget. Using leftover wooden pallets, available from recycling yards or even for free in skips near building sites, is a great way to build good looking furniture cheaply. You will need approximately two pallets per piece of furniture. Begin by taking apart the pallets using a crowbar and be careful when removing the nails to protect yourself and preserve the…

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Why More Australians Are Opening Up Their Homes with New Patios

With more people in Australia choosing to renovate than relocate, comparing different outdoor patio designs could give you some great ideas for improving the look of your property and adding value. Renovation boom Rising property prices led to fewer Australians moving home during the global financial crisis, and this trend has continued as the housing market continues to struggle. Instead, more people are choosing to improve what they already have through renovations, and one of the most striking home improvements…

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