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Turning a House into a Home

Welcome to my blog! My name is Fredrick. I live in Sydney, Australia, in my lovely home. When I moved into this place a couple of years ago, it wasn't a home, it was a house. When I saw this place, I knew it was for me. It is located right on the beach and has spectacular views. However, when I moved in, I knew something wasn't right. I called in a contractor and began working on turning my new house into a home. I had one wall knocked down so there was more space, I had the walls painted and new windows installed. I then demolished the old garage and constructed a sunroom. I learnt an awful lot during this work and so I decided to start this blog.

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Two ways to prevent construction materials from being damaged

Posted on 18 June 2017

The materials used for a typical construction project can be extremely expensive, particularly if they need to be purchased in large quantities. Given this, it is important to take steps to prevent them from being damaged. Here are two ways to do this: Use the right equipment to handle materials Throughout the course of a construction project, heavy, bulky materials, such as steel rebar, timber and bricks, often need to be transported from one part of the building site to another. [Read More]

Tips for Choosing the Best Splashback Styles and Materials for Your Kitchen

Posted on 16 June 2017

A kitchen splashback protects the walls behind the stovetop and sink from water, food stains and hot steam that can dissolve paint and leave streaks or smears. A splashback can also protect the walls from potentially catching fire from stovetop burners or overheated food and hot pans. Because there are so many styles and materials from which to choose when it comes to splashbacks, note a few tips and suggestions before you start shopping for something new for your kitchen. [Read More]

Two important factors to consider before converting your loft

Posted on 12 June 2017

Converting your loft is a great way to increase the value of your home and create additional living space. However, this is a complex and costly construction project, and as such, it's important to think carefully before you decide to go ahead with it. Here are two factors you should take into consideration before you convert your loft. The style of your roof The style of your roof will play a determining role in the complexity and expense of your loft conversion. [Read More]

Simple Pros and Cons of Various Forms of Window Dressing

Posted on 8 June 2017

A room's window dressing, meaning what is used to cover the windows, is very important. Window dressings can help to insulate the home and block hot sunlight during wintertime and help to prevent cold air from passing through the glass during winter. Window dressing can also enhance the look of a space or even detract from it. Note a few simple pros and cons of various forms of window dressing so you can make the right choice for every space in your home. [Read More]