That’s it, we made it…..just. Whilst not a difficult move, after the last few weeks it was really taxing. We have only just begun to surface, well sort of. There are boxes everywhere, and a million things not yet done, but all Adam and I can see, is a home we love. I have never…Continue Reading
How to Get The Best From Your Tradesperson

In the industry, our focus is doing our best job for the client, producing the best results, and making the client happy. There are a few small things that can be…Continue Reading
Tech Talk – Bearers and Joists

This one used to confuse me all the time, I would get them mixed up and around the wrong way, which would lead to much confusion between Adam and I. What is the difference between bearers and joists? What do they do?
What Are Bearers and Joists?
Bearers are the timber or steel that attaches directly to…Continue Reading
Renovation TV Shows and The Risk for Builders

Adam hates shows like House Rules, put simply, they create a false reality for regular people. In most cases it is simply not possible to build a bathroom or kitchen within a week. Unless you are prepared to pay big money, or cut a few corners, it is just not possible. When renovation shows first…Continue Reading
Rain, Rain Go Away!

On the weekend we were finally blessed in South East Queensland with some beautiful soaking rain. I could hear the barren earth quietly singing as the gift from above nurtured its soul, and I could…Continue Reading
Pen Y Llechwedd-Week Four
Week four has seen so many changes, we have chosen tiles
Our framing for downstairs is nearly completed, our plumber has been
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Asbestos

When renovating an older home you quite often come across linings that are “Fibro” (fibrous cement sheeting). The first question that comes to mind is, “Is that Asbestos?” Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has been mined for over 4000 years. You don’t need me to tell you about the technical jargon about this…Continue Reading