We publish a mixture of independently written Australian home and garden articles, such as interior design, gardening, apartment life, growing vegetables and more.
The grandfather clock is truly an awe-inspiring piece for decor that gives a sense of pride to the owner, but there are many things one should consider before making a purchase. Buying a grandfather clock can be tricky and expensive, especially considering the manufacturing point of view, model and when it was made. If you …
Are you planning to renovate your home, then there are several aspects that you need to take into account. Home renovations not only give your place a new look and feel but at the same time, it also makes the place look more alluring. If you are planning to sell the property, then renovating it …
Every house has some electricity-related problems once in a while. And, these issues come up with some warning signs as well. You have to identify these warnings to address the issues at the earliest. Electricity issues become problematic if not addressed on time. You may prefer a little bit of repair but if you don’t …
PVC pipe is an extremely reliable, durable material used in the sewer system, but just like other pipes used in plumbing, under certain conditions, damage can also take place. So what are these conditions that contribute to a bad-quality PVC piping? Keep on reading to get an idea of how you can detect these problems …
The plan of modern architecture comes with detailed contemporary spaces for comfortable and traditional lawns. These lawns fit so perfectly in your modern spaces that it becomes a striking eye-catcher for your guests. These garden approaches seem difficult, especially when the owners have their own specific choices. Whatever the choices one owns, it is always …
Limestone is a popular natural stone added to the interior and exterior of the house to achieve an elegant, alluring and fascinating look. This stone can be attached both inside and outside of the house. The problem arises when the stone loses its shine because of dirty substances like smoke, dust, rain, bad weather conditions, …
There are not enough words in the English language to describe my relationship and love of household compost. I’ve lived with a compost bin for my entire life, from the time of my birth all the way up until now. I simply can’t live without one, I know no other life. My first real brush …
If your home is not secured, it can be an easy target for a potential robber. With more than 231,000 annual break-ins in Australia, chances are that your property can be robbed at some point. Thus, anything you can do to minimise that likelihood should be considered, especially if it’ inexpensive. No need to spend …
When embarking on the journey of a home remodelling, you are bound to find yourself prying open a fresh tin of paint. Before you start coating the walls in favourite colour, it’s good to know a bit about paint and the difference between interior and exterior paint. At its very core, Interior and exterior paints …
Whether you are an expert chef or just somebody who prefer to make a nice meal for your family over the special occasions, a functional kitchen is your main need. Like all designing trends, interior design of kitchen goes through the different phases. A few years back, granite kitchen cabinets were in style, and nowadays …
Tiny kitchens are the norm in dense urban areas where people live on top of one another or in a tiny house. Many in such areas have resorted through time to use their kitchens as a place to warm take out and store a couple wine glasses. However, with a few tricks of utilising space …
Security cameras, in an internet-savvy world, are a good way to monitor your home or business. You can inspect from almost any location through a computer, or smartphone with a good internet connection. It permits owners to check on their property while they are away from their premises. There are surveillance systems that can inform …
For most, our homes are our sanctuary. It’s where we begin and end our days and where we spend time with friends and family, so it should be a place of calm and content in the midst of our daily stresses. A peaceful home environment is different for everybody. It can be as simple as …
Organic gardening refers to grow fruits and vegetables organically without the influence of artificial chemicals. It gives you peace of mind and internal satisfaction of knowing what you are actually eating. Organic foods are free of fertilisers, human-made chemicals, and nasties. Organic gardening brings the tastiest and freshest food possible. According to the 21st edition …
To determine the best vacuum cleaner for you from an extensive range of machines, there exist some factors to be looked upon. Just knowing if a vacuum cleaner has a bag or a cup is not sufficient for you to make a decision. To ensure that you have a satisfying cleaning experience while not having …
Wallpaper is a simple yet beautiful way to add instant style to the limited space, especially the bathroom. Are you preparing for a bathroom renovation and hunting for ideas? Well, you’ve landed in the right place. From ditsy florals to the latest geometrical patterns, we’ll get you all covered. These 10 wallpaper ideas will transform …