If you have made the decision to engage in bathroom renovations, the prospect of burning a hole through your wallet might make you hesitant to begin the project. Luckily, you do not have to spend exorbitant amounts of money to breathe some life into this space. There are an assortment of ways that you can start affordable bathroom renovations that will not only enhance the overall aesthetics of the room, but will also make it more functional.…
If you own property on a flood plain, you should take action to prevent and limit the damage caused by flood waters. There are practical steps you can take and design features that you can incorporate into your property and land which will help to protect it. Below are four ways you can protect yourself from the risk of flooding.
Cover water tanks and wells
If your property has a water tank or well on it, you should ensure that it is fully protected from flood water.…
As a bed and breakfast owner, you need to know a lot of diverse information. That includes knowing how to avoid clogs in your drain. Want to prevent blocked drains in your establishment? Here are some tips to help:
1. Use a rinse sink and dishwasher filters.
When you are serving multiple guests breakfast, as well as potentially other meals, every day, you have a lot of dishes. With so many dishes, it can be hard to make sure you rinse them all thoroughly.…
Having your house transformed from a run-of-the-mill property into a stylish, modern abode can be a hugely satisfying experience. However, the work required to achieve your dream home is often quite messy and disruptive. Here are a few preparatory steps you can take to bring some order to the chaos of a renovation project.
Hire a skip bin
You will probably be a bit shocked at how much waste the construction process generates.…
Spring has sprung in Queensland, so now is the perfect time to take a closer look at your old swimming pool before the weather heats up and the swimming days of summer arrive. You already know you need to have it officially reinspected every two years to retain your pool safety certificate, so why not take advantage of the inspection to decide whether or not it is time for your old pool to have a remodel.…
If you need to fill in a pit from an old pool that you’ve had removed or if your property has suffered some soil erosion, you may need some clean fill dirt or other type of soil. This dirt is free of contaminants and an excessive amount of rocks, twigs, and other items that might compromise its overall strength. You can often have it delivered in a truck or just buy a certain measurement of the dirt and pick it up with your own truck or trailer, and then empty it on your property.…
One way to get efficient service from hydraulic equipment is to ensure that old hydraulic fluid is fully drained from the system before fresh fluid is added. However, not many DIY operators of rented hydraulic equipment, such as excavators, know how to drain the system completely. This article discusses some tips that you can implement in order to drain old hydraulic fluid from the construction equipment that you have rented.…
A cheap bin hire can make quick work of cleaning out your home’s basement or attic, or for when you want to do some major landscaping and clear away brush and other debris. They’re also vitally necessary for many home renovation projects. Note a few questions you’ll want to ask about a cheap bin hire before you rent one, so you know you get the right bin and don’t overlook anything involved in its rental.…
With summer just a few months away there is never a better time to sell your coastal home. With the long outstanding Australian dream to own a family home by the beach and increased demand for beach front property, your peaceful sanctuary can fetch a fortune with just a few improvements. Here’s how you can double your coastal home for half the money.
Open up the living space
When people picture living near the water, an open space image often occupies their mind.…
Choosing a roofing material for your home can be a cost-intensive exercise and you need to factor in some things when making a decision on your home’s roofing system. You will want to choose roofing materials depending on their qualities, pros and cons in order to find the best option that will give you value for your money. If you have decided to go for asphalt roofing, perhaps because it is one of the least expensive roofing options, you should know that this type of roofing might be susceptible to occasional mildew, algae, and moss.…
