Kitchen Surfaces: Maintenance and Care Practices for Granite Countertops

Posted on 2 November 2017

Granite is an ideal material for kitchen benchtops. This natural stone is highly durable and can withstand mechanical pressure and impact. Also, the surface has an authentic appeal which cannot be completely duplicated. If you install this type of countertop, you can expect extended service and preserved beauty. On the other hand, a granite surface is not a maintenance-free feature. If you neglect it after the initial purchase and installation, you will experience losses due to accelerated degradation. [Read More]

Important Questions to Ask When Choosing Outdoor Blinds and Awnings

Posted on 26 October 2017

Outdoor blinds and awnings can keep your home's exterior space cool and comfortable in the summer, and also keep in the heat from an outdoor heating element during the winter. This can result in a patio or deck area that can be used more often throughout the year, so you get more overall enjoyment from the space. Before you choose any outdoor blinds or awnings, note a few questions to ask and small details to consider, so you know you get the right type for your space in particular. [Read More]

How to Optimise External Blinds So They Lower Your Cooling Costs

Posted on 25 October 2017

External blinds can be more effective at keeping your home cool than internal blinds. When blinds are installed on the outside of your window, that prevents the sun from hitting the glass at all. As a result, less heat gets transferred into your home's interior. That's just one of the ways external blinds can help you lower your energy costs. If you want to optimise their role as a money saver, here are some ideas to explore. [Read More]

Why Work With a Custom Homebuilder

Posted on 25 October 2017

Working with a custom homebuilder is not as expensive as you might assume, and can be a feasible option for many people. You might also think that a person would work with a custom homebuilder just so they can include lots of luxury features in that home, and that is certainly one reason to have a home built for you particularly, but there are many other reasons to work with a builder, beyond luxurious details. [Read More]

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Developing Your Home and Garden

Have you ever visited friends and been amazed by how good their homes and gardens look? For many years, this was all I did. However, all of that changed when I decided to teach myself the secrets of developing a home and a garden so it looks great and requires minimum maintenance. I started by contacting my friend Dave who works in the home and garden centre near my home. Dave invited me down and gave me some fantastic tips. I followed his advice and after a few months of work, I had the home and garden of my dreams.

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