Report Shows DIY Injuries on the Rise
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorAvoiding Danger When Renovating
Authorities are warning Australians about the risks of do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvement projects.
According to a report from ABC, the Princess Alexandra Hospital reportedly sees at least one power tool injury daily.
Injuries from DIY activities range from minor cuts to life-threatening situations.
As the situation seems to be worsening, there is a new research underway on understanding whether these disasters are just freak occurrences or whether something can be done to prevent them.
Boy, Don’t Aussies Love Home Renovations
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorAnd we plan to keep doing it!
Australians are proud of their homes and this trend will continue this year as more renovations are expected to crop up across the country.
According to the latest findings from Roy Morgan Research, around 8.4 million (or 62%) of Australia’s 13.6 million home owners did some type of renovation in the past year. This is higher compared to three years earlier at 7.5 million (57%).
“I Better Get Those!” Kitchen Renovation Features
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorPlanning A Kitchen Renovation?
Whether you want your kitchen to be rustic or modern, all kitchens must share similar features in terms of convenience and resale value.
It doesn’t matter what type of renovation you’ll go for, having these must-have features guarantees you get the best of any world.
Get the WOW Factor with Your Outdoor Renovation
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorGive Your Outdoor Space That Fabulous Makeover
Take your outdoor room from drab to fab with the right furnishings and touches.
The following home renovation tips will tell you which items to splurge on including which areas or spaces you can fix for that outdoor WOW factor.
New Gutters – A Quick Q & A Guide
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorPlanning on Getting New Gutters?
Homeowners often overlook the importance of replacing their gutters. Many simply don’t know where to start in assessing the best type of gutters for their home.
That’s where our friends at ABC Seamless in Sydney have come to help. As gutter experts, they have been able to walk us through the common questions and answers.
Why Aussies Love Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorWhich Part of Your House Should Your Renovate?
We Aussies love renovating! Aside from transforming spaces to have more appeal and function, home renovations also offer many Aussies a profitable way to make some extra money.
According to a report from Lifehacker, some of the regions with the highest value for renovated properties are Mosman in Sydney NSW, followed by Point Nepean, Albert Park and Brighton in Victoria.
This has also pushed the demand for builders and local tradesmen up.
So what are the best spaces in the home to renovate?
Home Asbestos Warning for Renovators
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorOne In Three Australian Homes May Be At Risk
Queensland Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace just warned homeowners that one in three homes in Australia may have asbestos.
According to this Yahoo news report, the figures are alarming and anyone thinking of renovating their homes should be extremely careful.
Value of Home Renovations On The Rise
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorRenovations Could Bring Great Rewards
The newest numbers from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals that the value of capital city home renovations went down this September quarter.
Sydney Homeowners Are Choosing To Renovate More
/0 Comments/in Renovating or Building /by Valerie, The EditorWhy Renovating May Be A Better Option
Usually, when a homeowner outgrows their house, then the next decision is often to sell the property and move to a better or bigger one.
However, most homeowners in Sydney will find that the market is not as amenable to moving. It is an expensive decision that leaves most people with only one other option: to stay put and renovate.
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