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Best home renovations to squeeze in before winter

Best home renovations to squeeze in before winter

Create a "wow!"-worthy home before snuggle-weather hits.

10 expenses homeowners forget to budget for when planning an extension

Adding an extension isn't cheap, and many homeowners forget to account for these costs when budgeting.
11 tips on how to remove a popcorn ceiling faster and easier

11 tips on how to remove a popcorn ceiling faster and easier

Once the height of popularity, lumpy bumpy popcorn ceilings are now just an eyesore. Here are some tips to take some of the pain out of popcorn ceiling removal.
Warning signs a house could be a money pit

Warning signs a house could be a money pit

Here are the subtle signs the house you love is going to cost you more than just the purchase price.
10 smart ways to make a home safer for your ageing parents

9 smart ways to make a home safer for your ageing parents

Follow these measures to allow your ageing parents to comfortably live at home as long as possible.
I live in a tiny house – here’s what most people don’t know

I live in a tiny house – here’s what most people don’t know

More people are interested in living a bigger life by downsizing in a major way... but there are a few essential things they need to know first.
Home ownership myths

10 myths about owning a home people still believe

For all the true benefits of homeownership, there is an equal number of myths about what it’s like to own and maintain property.
Budget-friendly ways to add instant kerb appeal

Budget-friendly ways to add instant kerb appeal

It doesn't matter if you're looking to sell or just want to give your home's exterior a fresh look, here are 16 ways to add kerb appeal on the cheap.
31 home improvements that can double the value of your home

28 home improvements that can double the value of your home

From big to small, we have home improvements that add up to a huge boost in the value of your home!
15 remodelling ideas that will pay off in 2019

15 remodelling ideas that will pay off this year

Each year US Remodelling magazine produces a cost vs. value report for nationwide and regional trends. The report gives us a look into which home remodelling projects will be worth the effort.
12 home improvement projects you should never, ever DIY

12 home improvement projects you should never, ever DIY

We’re all for rolling up our sleeves and saving money when it comes to DIY home improvements. But all the home reno binge watching and YouTube videos don’t necessarily make us pros.
14 DIY projects to future-proof your home

14 DIY projects to future-proof your home

We’ve rounded up 14 DIY projects that can make your home user-friendly far into the future.

13 things you’re doing to your home that real estate agents wouldn’t

It’s your house, so you can do whatever you want. But if you want to sell it at some point, think twice before doing any of these things.
14 weekend projects that add to home value

14 weekend projects that add to home value

These done-in-a-weekend projects are high in return.
12 home renovations you’re likely to regret later

12 home renovations you’re likely to regret later

Talk about hindsight being 20-20. Before you start knocking out walls and buying everything mid-century modern, consider the wisdom of realtors who have seen the renovations homeowners really regret.
32 ways to save during a home renovation

32 ways to save during a home renovation

Save money in big ways during your remodel with these tips.
If you want to add real resale value to your home, don’t waste your money doing these.

32 home upgrades that are a huge waste of money

If you want to add real resale value to your home, don’t waste your money doing these jobs.
15 things in your home that can cause cancer

15 things in your home that can cause cancer

Your couch, your fridge - even your nice countertops could be hiding cancer-causing substances.
Top 5 roofing tile solutions

Top 5 roofing tile solutions

Has the time come to replace your roof? Although this may be a stressful proposition, you may find solace in the fact that many options to significantly affect the look of your house are ...
Adhere to a seal of approval

Adhere to a seal of approval

Adhesive and sealant in the one product is a marriage made in DIY heaven.
Open up your interior spaces

Open up your interior spaces

Opening up your interior spaces with a wide, tasteful and modern sliding barn door brings a certain warmth and uniqueness to any room or domestic space.
Choosing A New Roof

Choosing A New Roof

When it comes to choosing a new roof there's a variety of things to consider like what shape the roof will be, what material to use and what colour to choose
How to lay floating floorboards

How to lay floating floorboards

Developed as an alternative to nailing or adhering materials to a subfloor, floating floorboards are joined together with a tongue-and-groove system that clicks into position.
How To Install Skirting

How to install skirting

Install classic trim at the base of walls to give a room an extra dimension.

Design challenge: Alfresco revival

Reno stars Kyal and Kara Demmrich and design expert James Treble add their personal touch to a jaded outdoor area

Insulation made easy

Control the temperature in your home and save on energy costs
Projects For The Maximum Street Appeal Of Your Home

7 Projects to Maximise The Street Appeal Of Your Home

Get the public on side with your grand design by following these tips to spruce up the outside of your home.
8 Internal Home Upgrades Before You Decide To Sell

8 Internal Home Upgrades Before You Decide To Sell

Looking to put your home on the market? Consider these fixes before even deciding on a price.
Home Improvements That Could Double the Value of Your Home

Bathroom and Kitchen Improvements That Could Double the Value of Your Home

From big to small, we have home improvements that add up to a huge boost in the value of your home!
How To Flip A Home Fast

How to flip a home fast

Maximise your return on real estate with a few clever cosmetic upgrades
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