Lightweight Steel Framing?
Avril from MorningtonI am considering using a steel frame for an upstairs extension to my home. Is steel an appropriate option or should I stay with the same timber frame technique used for the existing ... continue reading
Gutter Clutter
Chloe from Red HillOur house has alot of trees around it, so our gutters are blocked continuously. It seems whenever it rains we have to get up on the roof to clean the gutters out in a frenzy. We know there is a ... continue reading
External Mouldings
Nick from FlindersI 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
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
Bathroom Seminar
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Superb time had by all at the Master Builders & Home Inovations Golf Day
posted 4 months, 2 weeks, 2 days, 8 hours, 13 minutes agoMBA members and HIDC exhibitors came together for a social game at Mornington Golf Club on a fantastic early summer's day. ... continue reading
Design & Building Industry 2013 Forecast Night a huge success!
posted 5 months, 2 weeks, 4 days, 20 hours, 6 minutes agoHome Innovations has been overwhelmed by the accolades we have received following the hugely successful Design & Building Industry 2013 Forecast Night held last Wednesday, 28th November, ... continue reading
Tycoon’s illegal pool removed
posted 6 months, 4 weeks, 16 hours, 2 minutes agoA horizon pool illegally built on Crown land beside billionaire tycoon Solomon Lew's Mt Eliza property has been ... continue reading
The Complete Building Seminar
Tuesday 6:30 pm, 4th June 2013Let experts from the Mornington Peninsula Shire and Master Builders inform you of everything you MUST know before renovating in this FREE ... continue reading
Interior Design Course - June
Tuesday 10:00 am, 18th June 2013Create and experience your own new world of design with this highly practical, stimulating course that will provide you with a thorough grounding in the skills and techniques of Interior Design. ... continue reading
Master Builders Green Living - Domestic
Friday 9:00 am, 28th June 2013A Master Builder course for environmentally aware builders and building public to pursue sustainability options in their constructions. ... continue reading
Outdoor Room - Jason from Edithvale
Question
I 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 much?
Answer
There are several ways around the permit issue and the main point to remember is that as long as you are not building a permanent solid wall you should be ok. There are an excellent range of blinds and shutters available in a choice of colours and also in clear. Another product is a clear PVC blinds and also a screen system that works as a bi-fold and can be removed simply & quickly.
HIDC Exhibitor(s) who specialise in this area;
