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Garden and Home Improvement Advice

Improving your home and garden can be really difficult. Believe me, I know. My name is Dave and I live in Alice Springs, Australia. I used to live in an apartment in downtown Sydney. I didn't really need to think about looking after the place as gardeners and other contractors would keep the place looking great. However, when I moved out to a little home in the country, I suddenly realised I needed to do things myself. Thankfully, my neighbour Frank gave me some great advice and recommended some great contractors who fixed my home and garden up. I hope you find my blog useful.

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Functional or ornamental? The charm of exterior window shutters

Posted on 25 September 2018

Window shutters can be installed either on the interior of the window or the exterior. Regardless of where they are connected, most people use shutters for security, privacy, and protection of the glass on the windows. However, exterior shutters (also known as outdoor shutters) can also be used for decoration purposes where they add aesthetic value to your home. Your new shutters have the power to either make or break the entire aesthetic value of your home. [Read More]

How to Choose the Best Window Treatments for Small Windows and Rooms

Posted on 29 August 2018

It can be a challenge to find the right window treatments for smaller windows and cramped, crowded rooms, as you want a window covering that provides the privacy and light blockage you need but which is also proportionate to the space. To help you find the best window treatments when a room or the window itself is a bit on the small side, note a few tips to keep in mind. [Read More]

3 Factors to Consider Before Buying an Outdoor Dining Table

Posted on 2 August 2018

Gone are the days when the outdoors was only meant for get-together events for family and friends. Today, outdoor living has become more of a way of life. For most families, for instance, the patio has become another room. Also, instead of having dinner in the dining room, homeowners prefer the patio. Notably, if you are thinking of getting an outdoor dining table, then you need to consider specific factors to ensure that the furniture is comfortable, functional and fun. [Read More]

Down to the Wire: The Advantages of Using Welded Wire Mesh to Create an Outdoor Cat Enclosure

Posted on 20 July 2018

While some house cats may be thoroughly sedentary creatures who rarely move from their chosen spot on the couch, others are more adventurous, and giving these daring cars frequent access to the sights, sounds and smells of the great outdoors is vital for their well being. However, letting your cat roam free and unsupervised can put it at tremendous risk from traffic, dangerous animals and other hazards, and building a secure outdoor enclosure for cats who enjoy being outdoors will do a great deal to keep them safe. [Read More]