Your home's gutters are very important as they help direct rainwater and other debris away from the exterior walls, windows and foundation of the home; this reduces the risk of water leaks, mould and other such damage. This is why it's vital that you keep those gutters clean and in good repair, replacing them when damaged or obviously undersized for your home. Note a few commonly asked questions about guttering for the home so you know what to discuss with a contractor when it comes to repair and replacement. [Read More]

There are many ready-to-ship garden office structures which you can buy and drop into your home's grounds that will do an excellent job. These purpose-built buildings provide an extra room, which means that your home office can be moved to a dedicated place away from the rest of your domestic life. They are ideal, for instance, if you want a spare bedroom without a desk in it or would like a separate space away from children or other distractions, such as the television. [Read More]

Referred to as colonial shutters in the UK and plantation shutters in tropical parts of the world, Californian shutters are now widely used in Australian homes to add a certain amount of charm and sophistication to an interior design. There are plenty of reasons to choose plantation or Californian shutters for your home. Utterly practical, they perform well in a variety of settings. Read on to take a closer look at why this style of window treatment is becoming increasingly popular in all parts of the country. [Read More]

Are you affected by seasonal allergies? It can be a highly unpleasant thing to have to go through, but when the season changes, you might find yourself sneezing uncontrollably and always needing to keep a packet of antihistamines nearby. While medication and even perhaps avoiding the outdoors on occasion can offer some respite, have you considered that the cause of your allergies might be being piped directly into your home? While your air conditioning unit is obviously not the cause of your allergies, it can perhaps be exacerbating the problem. [Read More]