Building A Patio You Can Be Proud Of
More than ever, Australians are spending time in their back yards. If you’re thinking of building a patio, I’ve put together a quick do-it-yourself guide that you can follow,...
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Secrets of Cost Effective Shed Building
I think you’ll agree with me when I say that the Australian Shed market is fiercely competitive. It’s really hard to get an edge over your competition and still keep the...
Improving the performance of your concrete mixes
Concrete is generally fully hydrated at about 25% water:cement ratio. But that needs to be water available to the cement. In practice a significant amount of water is absorbed...
Tips for engaging a structural engineer
Tips for owner builders on engaging structural engineers: 1. Have drawings or neat sketches showing what you intend to build. Especially when dealing with people over the...