White Pebble Courtyard
A small, stark inner-city courtyard is cleverly and quickly transformed with the use of sculpture and ornaments, in this "Mediterranean-style" makeover. The courtyard is at the rear of an old Paddington, Sydney, terrace and it doubles as an ... [... more]
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Backyard deck
If you are after a better outdoor entertainment area - then you will love this DIY deck. Flares, flowers and fondue are all remnants of the seventies. Then of course, there's mission brown — like this old timber deck that desperately needs ... [... more]
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30 Seconds
You don't want to miss this new product that gets rid of algae, moss and mildew from footpaths and driveways. The product, called 30 Seconds, is easily applied and then cleaned off with a standard garden hose. This new product comes in two forms, ... [... more]
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Tiled Balcony Makeover
This beachside red brick flat has a generous north-facing balcony. It's looking rather dated and in need of a makeover. We're giving the balcony and pots a painted finish, but first comes the re-tiling. New Italian ceramic tiles (cream in colour) ... [... more]
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High pressure water cleaners
Is an oil-stained driveway or mouldy pavers dragging down your home's appearance? Shirl shows the quick fix with a high pressure water cleaner. A freshly painted house and manicured lawn won't disguise an oil stained driveway or mouldy pavers. ... [... more]
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Beach Theme Makeover
With the kids off to school it's time to reclaim their play area. An all-weather balcony will be transformed into a useful and comfortable living area with a subtle beach feel. The traditional bright nautical colours of blue and yellow have been ... [... more]
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Train yard
For ambulance officer Leon Sawyer, there's no better place to get back on track after a stressful day on the road, than Leonville Junction. Despite the town's American West appearance, Leonville Junction is just a stones throw from Sydney. In ... [... more]
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Villa Clone
The emphasis on this warehouse conversion was on bringing the outsdie in! With its main street Newcastle location and shop front facade, you would never guess there's a spacious Newcastle apartment behind these walls. And before its ... [... more]
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Tuckpointing
Tuck pointing is the placement of white lines around bricks to give a more pleasing appearance. The work is usually carried out on Federation houses or Californian bungalow homes. It is purely for cosmetic purposes to enhance the brickwork and is ... [... more]
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Water Pipe Trellis
The outlook from the dining room of this home is unsightly. It looks straight out onto the side of the house next door, and apart from the lack of privacy, makes the current owners feel claustrophobic. Barcoo Landscapes have adapted the old idea ... [... more]
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Budget Backyard Fence
Have a look at this economical solution to backyard fencing problems. The new fence will be made out of treated pine posts and PVC-coated chain wire. Remove the existing wooden fence and then clear a pathway on the boundary line between the two ... [... more]
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Carbolite Awning
If you thought the only way to protect your home from the sun's heat was to plunge it into darkness, think again. Carbolite awnings let you light your patio without heating it too. If you're in the market for a pergola, there are many options in ... [... more]
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