Mud Bricks Mud brick (also known as adobe; from the Spanish word for earth) is one of the world's oldest building materials. It is used in buildings dating back centuries and even thousands of years. These include the Great Wall of China, the Bam citadel in Iran, gi
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The Effect of Salt on Stone Stone is becoming ever more popular in outdoor areas – in stone walls, around the pool, in entertaining areas, and so forth. But salt, which is prevalent in coastal areas and also in homes that have salt water pool systems, can have an effect on stone.
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Eco-friendly building materials Brick veneer isn’t necessarily the most eco-friendly building material for your home. Making bricks requires a lot of energy, and brick veneer provides poor insulation, meaning more energy, to heat and cool your home. Bricks can also be difficult to recyc
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Insulated Concrete Forms ICFs, or insulated concrete forms are polystyrene frameworks filled with concrete and rendered to create a wall. The polystyrene framework has a high insulation (R-value) and generally does not require additional insulation.
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Types of Glazing You may think that glass is glass but the truth is that no one type of glazing is suitable for every application. This is why there are so many different types of glazing available. Read on to learn more.
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Roof Flashing Waterproofing the roof is vital for the integrity of the building, and one of the most important steps for doing so is the installation of the roof flashing. Read on to learn more.
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Real Wood Vs Laminate Flooring Advantages and Disadvantages of a real wood floor versus a laminate floor.
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Green Bricks Why not consider using green bricks in your next building project? They are just as good as standard bricks but are better for the environment and your hip pocket.
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Expansion Joints Expansion joints are specifically designed to allow the building to move safely during thermal expansion periods. Be aware however that a control joint and an expansion joint is not the same thing, even though the terms are sometimes used interchangeably
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Precast Panels Precast panels are an excellent option for the home as they are made in a controlled environment. This ensures that the quality is not only high, but consistent.
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Retaining Wall Systems A retaining wall can be an invaluable landscaping tool in many gardens, from creating raised garden beds, to leveling sloping areas
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Salvaged building materials A shortage of new land in Australia's cities, and the development of low-cost project homes, means it is now often cheaper to knock down and rebuild a home rather than renovate it. This has lead to a housing demolition boom - but most of the materials fro
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Bamboo Products Bamboo is an excellent environmentally friendly alternative to wood. Bamboo is renewable, naturally light in colour, and stronger than most woods,
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Brick and Stone Work Brick and stone work can be used both inside and outside the home to great effect. How can they be used and what are their advantages and disadvantages?
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CSR Gyprock Soundchek | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/CSR_Gyprock_Soundcheck |
Decking Materials When building a deck, most people think that timber is the only option available to them. However, there is a huge range of materials available, including ones that you may not have thought of before. Find out more below.
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Fibre Cement Cladding Fibre cement is an abbreviation for Fibre Reinforced Cement (FRC), and fibre cement building materials were developed by James Hardie in the early 1980s, as a replacement for asbestos-based building products. Read on to find out more about this material.
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Flooring - Bamboo Want your floor to look fabulous and still help the environment - choose bamboo flooring.
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Flooring - Cork New type of flooring, suitable for kitchens
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Flooring - Glass Glass flooring can be used inside or outside the home as a great decorating feature
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Gyprock Impactchek™. Because Accidents do Happen. | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Gyprock_Impactchek |
Joist Protection Water damage is a concern with any deck, especially if the water penetrates the joists, causing rot. However, there are joist protection systems available, specifically designed for use in outdoor areas in order to ensure that joists last as long as poss
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Lightweight Construction Materials Lightweight construction materials can be a great choice when it comes to building a home. Read on to find out more.
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Linoleum Once out of favour, linoleum is enjoying a resurgence in the homes of many people. Read on to find out why linoleum is a great choice for your home’s flooring.
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Low Toxic Paints in the Home Using Natural Paints allows the pollution of the air inside your home to be far less
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Monier Horizon Will Inspire | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Monier_Horizon_Will_Inspire |
Natural Floor Coverings Natural floor coverings, as the name would suggest, are floor coverings that are made from natural materials such as plant or animal fibres.
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Natural Paints Are you worried about the health effects that may result from using standard paints in your home? Natural paints are a great alternative.
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Options for Windows | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Options_For_Windows |
Paint - Alternative Finishes Pearl, Suede and Metallics to name but a few new paints to try within your home
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Paint Vs Wallpaper The advantages and disadvantages of both paint and wallpaper
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Paint: The Latest Colours and Trends | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/painting_latest_colours_and_trends |
Palmwood Flooring Palmwood flooring is an eco-friendly flooring option that looks great in all areas of your home. Read on to find out more about this new choice!
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Polished Concrete – A New Flooring Option Benefits of Using Polished Concrete as Flooring
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Prefabricated Homes Are you looking for a holiday home or home that is modern, cost-effective, environmentally friendly and able to be relocated
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Shutters – Keeping the Heat In Reduce your impact on the environment by installing shutters in your home to keep the heat in and the cold out
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Skirtings Skirting boards, along with architraves, are important as they create an overall framework for your home. Read more about skirtings here.
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Soundproof Your Home With Plasterboard | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Soundproof_Your_Home_With_Plasterboard |
Staircase Handrails Handrails are an important part of any staircase, whether it is from a safety or aesthetic aspect. There are many types of handrails available so here is a short guide to help you pick the best one for you.
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Staircases and Lighting | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Staircases_and_Lighting |
Structural Engineers Structural engineers are required in many building projects to ensure that the home is safe and comfortable to live in. Read on to learn more about their role.
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Surface Preparation Poor surface preparation will result in a paint job that does not last and that looks less than optimal
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Suspended Ceilings Are you looking for a ceiling that is easy to access, looks great, and has excellent sound quality? Maybe you need to cover a ceiling that no longer looks it best. Whatever it is, suspended ceilings may be an option for you. Read on to learn more.
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Thermal Windows and Doors Insulate your home and save money through being energy efficient
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Tiles - Revamp Your Old Tiles Information on how to revamp your old tiles by painting them and giving them a new lease of life
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Tiling - Things to Look Out for When Installing | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/tips_installing_tiles |
Timber Stains If you have a timber floor, a timber stain can be a great way of highlighting its natural features, while still protecting the floor. Read on to learn more about your options.
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Trusses Trusses, in building terminology, are normally associated with the roof. Find out why trusses are so important to your building structure.
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Verandah Roofing A verandah is a fully roofed structure that runs along the outside of a house. As you can imagine, the verandah’s close proximity to the home means that the roof is of utmost importance.
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Walls - Glass Are you looking for something different to use as a feature wall in your home? Why not consider using glass? Glass is no longer confined to the standard splashbacks – it can now be used on entire walls.
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Window Frames Windows are one of the essential elements of the home, and the perfect window will set the look for any room.
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Windows Instead of Walls Consider using large windows instead of a standard wall – you’ll get a view that goes on forever and your living areas will feel so much more open
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Wiring Wiring is one of the most important aspects of any home. It is important that it is sufficient and that it is safe. Read on to find out more.
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Wood Colouring Choices Natural and lighter colour woods look great in rooms that you want to look more open and spacious....
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Zego External Insulated Façade System | http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/Zego_Facade_System |
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