Water Savers
Mick from Arthurs SeatWe realise that the current water shortage situation is not a short term problem and believe in saving as much water possible as a family, the kids have even made a competition of how much they can ... continue reading
More Space for Growing Family
Melissa from Mt MarthaWe require a really cost effective solution for an extra room on our currrent family home. Due to the rise of interest rates and stamp duty we realise it is too expensive to sell our home and take a ... continue reading
Outdoor Room
Jason from EdithvaleI would like to enclose my pergola to get more use out of the area but I would like to make it cost effective and avoid the messy planning approval process. Am I wanting too ... continue reading
Achieving Five Star Rating
Natalie from SorrentoI am building a new house and I have heard about 5 Star Ratings, but am not really sure what it is required. Can you please explain the "Basics" as I would like my house to be as energy efficient as ... continue reading
!!! Winners !!!
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Timber Floor Special
posted 1 week, 50 minutes agoDon't miss these specials on Timber flooring... Mountain Timber products are dropping prices on all the following untill 31st May 2010. ... continue reading
Timber Flooring Sensation - Sale Now On!
posted 1 month, 1 week, 3 days, 17 hours, 34 minutes agoHurry in to Perfect Timber Floors for these huge ... continue reading
CBA Mortgage Innovations Manager in Store
posted 2 months, 1 week, 5 days, 2 hours, 50 minutes agoRelax. I'll come to you... Home Loans at your convenience to Finance your ... continue reading
Non-Firable Asbestos Removal Course (Class B)
Tuesday 9:00 am, 23rd March 2010This WorkSafe recognised course is aimed at supervisors and others directly involved in the process of non-friable asbestos ... continue reading
Certficate III OHS - (Occupational Health & Safety)
Tuesday 8:30 am, 13th April 2010Participants are required to undertake a range of assessment activities. ... continue reading
Master Builders - Green Living
Wednesday 9:00 am, 14th April 2010An accredited category of Master Builders course for environmentally aware builders and building public to pursue sustainability options for their constructions. ... continue reading
Builder Registration Course - Cert IV in Building & Construction #2
Friday 9:00 am, 21st May 2010Recognised by the Building Practitioners Board as the qualification towards registration as a ... continue reading
10 Pre Kitchen Renovation Questions
What’s the recipe for a Successful Kitchen Reno?
The way you live, the way you cook, the way you entertain all help determine what you want out of your kitchen renovation project. You then need to get an idea of what fits your style, functional needs and budget.
By asking these 10 questions you will have a better understanding of the type of kitchen that you will need for your home -
Q1 - What changes would the rest of the family like? You never know where the best ideas might come from.
Q2 - What major design change or changes could be made to improve your kitchen?
Q3 - How much time do you and your family members spend in the kitchen?
Q4 - How much time do you spend cooking or entertaining and how much space is needed for this?
Q5 - Do you have younger children in your home? Consider cabinet locks, rounded corners, and other safety features.
Q6 - What is the single worst thing about your kitchen?
Q7 - What changes you would like to each of the following:floor, benchtops, cabinetry, storage, appliances & lighting?
Q8 - Is there going to be a focus area of your new kitchen (e.g. breakfast counter or island bench)?
Q9 - Which items or appliances would you prefer to not see or showcase (e.g. microwave or coffee machine)?
Q10 - What is your budget for the project?
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