Heating Alternatives

Brad from Mt Eliza

Our home is quite cold and damp so we are looking at heating options. We know a little bit about Gas fires and we have heard about pellet fires, can you tell us more and do you have companies that ... continue reading

Water Savers

Mick from Arthurs Seat

We 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

External Mouldings

Nick from Flinders

I have heard about a lightweight product that is used for external moulding. Do you have any information about it, or even know what it is? And who supplies ... continue reading

Green Lawns all year round

Adam from Blairgowrie

Our lawn has really suffered the last few years and we know that there are synthetic alternatives on the market but we are hesitant because the image of fake grass that we have is bright bright green ... continue reading

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E-View Real Estate have a new listing

posted 12 hours, 50 minutes ago

117/ Lot 12 Hade Ave, Bass, 3991 is now on the market! This stylish new home is positioned at the gateway to Phillip Island, Inverlock & Wilsons Prom and ideal for new home buyers, investors and for ... continue reading

Queues to be green at Peninsula tips

posted 3 weeks, 8 hours, 47 minutes ago

A RECORD amount of green waste was dumped at Mornington Peninsula tips on April 21-22 as residents took advantage of a no-charge weekend. ... continue reading

Is Your Building Inspector Qualified?

posted 3 weeks, 9 hours, 13 minutes ago

Issues surrounding the Building Commission and the use of unregistered inspectors have received a lot of media attention in recent ... continue reading

Freedom Tower officially NYC’ tallest building

posted 3 weeks, 9 hours, 36 minutes ago

The Empire State Building has been pipped by a very large post making Freedom Tower the tallest building in ... continue reading

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THE Home Building Seminar

Saturday 1:00 pm, 2nd June 2012

Here from peak body experts in the field speak about the latest trends and ... continue reading

Owner Builder - 3hr Workshop

Saturday 1:00 pm, 9th June 2012

Learn about 'doing it yourself' in this informative FREE ... continue reading

Building Network Breakfast

Wednesday 7:15 am, 20th June 2012

Join the leaders in the industry to discuss the reasons behind the massive shift by the major retailers and companies to the Mornington Peninsula. What is the attraction? ... continue reading

Green Design - 3hr Workshop

Saturday 1:00 pm, 23rd June 2012

Learn about how you can have a Energy Efficient Home in this informative FREE ... continue reading

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Kitchen Face-lift - Gail From Balnarring

Question

We have just moved into a fantastic 6 year old dream home in Balnarring. The kitchen is in good condition but we would like to upgrade it with todays colours and add our personal touch. Is there a way of doing so without spending too much?

Answer

The kitchen face-lift has become a much better option with the introduction of reconstituted or engineered stone. Composed of granite, stone and quartz mixed with polymer the material produced is stain, scratch & heat resistant. There are also the polymer range of products that have become very popular of late for a beauitful, seamless finish.

Refacing or replacing of your existing benchtops can be completed within the day for an instant effect. The option is also available to then replace the doors and door hardware to complete the reface.

HIDC Exhibitor(s) who specialise in this area;

Granite Transformations

Mitre 10 Mega Kitchens

Nepean Stone

Rick’s Home Improvements

Stone & Tile Centre