Are you sick and tired of mud and dirt getting tracked through your home? It’s a common problem in the Northern Territory given the terrain in many areas. The Europeans and Americans have found a solution to this problem in the form of what is called a “mud room.” It’s a novel concept that does…
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This is the year. You are going to get ahead of spring with your garden and nothing is going to stop you. Once the mornings begin getting warmer and it gets harder to justify staying in bed that little bit longer, it’s time to get out into the garden and start making things happen. Start…
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If you are spending seemingly endless hours in your garden, making sure your plants and veggies get enough water to survive the Northern Territory climate, you are fighting a losing battle. While your landscape may thank you for the effort, your water usage will go through the roof. It is important to plan a landscape…
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If you are preparing your home for a spring sale it is time to get the property ready for viewings. While spring is a great time to sell your home, there is more light which will show up any flaws. By doing a clear out and sprucing things up your home will be ready to open…
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Choosing the right flooring for each room in your Northern Territory home is always a major concern. You want your home to look and feel comfortable. There are a number of materials on the market to choose from so knowing what to buy can leave you scratching your head. To help you decide which type…
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Spring cleaning is a great way to get your home in order and has been shown to help motivate people towards achieving other goals. Here are some top tips for spring cleaning your home. Create a Schedule Launching straight into spring cleaning is never a good strategy. Make a list of all the cleaning tasks…
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If you want to have a successful building project, make sure that you are prepared and don’t be afraid to get creative. To help you get started, here are 10 top building tips to making your building a breeze. 1. Pinterest Board A Pinterest board is a great place to keep all your images organized.…
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Natural pollutants and toxic fumes are all around us – even though we cannot see them most of the time. This results in the reduction of quality indoor air that can impact on existing illnesses such as asthma, as well as contributing to ill health in general. If you have tested your indoor air quality…
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Have you been dreaming lately of a life living off the grid? It may seem like fanciful thinking but with the right attitude and approach, off grid living can become your reality. If the problem is that you don’t even know where to begin, here are some tips that will get your journey under way.…
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An investment home can provide great returns if you approach the process in the right way. Just like with any new or repeat venture, there are do’s and don’ts to recognize and follow. You can only control what you can predict, after all, so make the most of your advantages and avoid any foreseeable pitfalls.…
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