Double Garage Division

Isabelle from Ballarat

We have a double garage that is under the main house roof and would like to create more living space. Do we need a permit to cut the garage in half and make it into another bedroom and kids play ... continue reading

Loft Ladders

Pam from Sale

We are doing renovations to our home and would like to use the space in our roof. I know that you can get loft ladders, but do not know alot about them or where to start. Can you help me ... continue reading

Heating Options

Christina from Tooradin

My partner and I are building a new house in Tooradin and as theres no natural gas connection down that way, we're wondering what the most efficient heating would be? Ducted heating automatically ... continue reading

Built in Wardrobes

Karli from Langwarrin

My Husband and I have just bought a 10 year old home in Langwarrin and we are wanting to put in some Built in Wardrobe systems into the wardrobes. What are our ... continue reading

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SureStone’s at the Herald Sun Home & Garden Show

posted 2 weeks, 1 day, 8 hours, 48 minutes ago

Don't miss the Herald Sun Home & Garden Show and see SureStone at stand K19. SureStone is a stone flooring carpet composed of natural stone encased in a high quality resin to create a seamless, ... continue reading

Master Builders Green Living Conference

posted 3 weeks, 4 days, 7 hours, 18 minutes ago

The Master Builders Annual Green Living workshop has been given a boost and has become a two day conference. High profile speakers will inspire and challenge your ... continue reading

Metricon Homes Joins Home Innovations

posted 4 weeks, 2 days, 6 hours, 38 minutes ago

Victoria’s leading home builder is increasing their presence in the Mornington Peninsula with the opening of the ‘Metricon Homes Display’ at the Home Innovations Display Centre on Nepean ... continue reading

You’re Invited to Zesta’s Showroom

posted 2 months, 1 week, 2 days, 10 hours, 2 minutes ago

Come and visit Zesta in Cheltenham and see the largest dedicated Kitchen & Appliance Showroom in Melbourne's South ... continue reading

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Introduction to Interior Design | Part 1

Tuesday 10:00 am, 7th September 2010

This is an introduction course to help develop your own personal style so you can move forward with ... continue reading

Window Treatment Options | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 11th September 2010

Be informed on the range of window treatment options available and make informed decisions to get the best possible option for you. ... continue reading

Kitchens & Bathrooms | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 25th September 2010

How to most effectively plan your kitchen or bathroom renovation ... continue reading

Colour Confidence | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 9th October 2010

This workshop will guide you through colour choices and textures and help you compliment exsisting permanent features and ... continue reading

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Hydronic Heating - Carley from Balnarring

Question

We are in the process of building a new home and would like it to be as environmentally friendly and efficient as possible. We have heard about Hydronic Heating but do not know anything about it, could you tell us the basics?

Answer

Carley Hydronic Heating is heating which uses hot water to provide warmth. If it is used properly it can be an economical & highly effective form of heating. In most systems, water is heated in a boiler, and then pumped through piping to panel radiators which are positioned in each room. In-slab systems are also available, in these heated water is pumped through piping which is layed in the slab floor during the construction stage. Heating is released into the slab and subsequently into the room.