Are you thinking of putting in a swimming pool? With the seemingly never-ending hot weather, it's a tempting idea! To help you get the result you want, we've complied a…
If you haven't got a home theatre system, you've certainly seen or read about them. They are a great way to share family time, but there's an even better alternative...…
Whether your space is just too small or your storage options are simply limited, you might find yourself at a loss as to where to store pots and pans in…
Have you got an area where you want shade in summer but lots of sun in winter? Or maybe you have an area where you want morning or late afternoon sun…
Budgeting money seems to get more and more difficult each year for most, if not all of us. We have our daily expenses plus a handful of bills to pay…
One of the first considerations an owner-builder needs to make is what type of deck you want to build. Decks come in all shapes and sizes, and functions. Could a…
Now that you’re done constructing your deck the only thing left to do is to add the finishing touches. Both oils and stains have their own distinct advantages. In this…
Last time we talked about deck flooring and balustrades. With the flooring and balustrades in place your deck is ready to use. But one vital question remains – to roof…
So far we've covered everything from planning right through to your footings and joists. Today we’ll be tackling a challenge involving two important aspects of deck building. It’s time to…
In the previous post we discussed deck site preparation. Hopefully you're ready to move forward? Now that your deck site is ready you can begin the construction. The first thing…