Cladding
Cladding refers to the layering of one building material over another for protection or for aesthetic purposes. Simply put, it is any material used to protect a building’s exterior. Cladding is also used as a tool to direct the flow of water or the force of the wind against a building and controls both elements by preventing them from penetrating the exterior of your home. For example, cladding can be used to channel rainwater towards gutters or away from windows. Cladding is also used for sound control and prevents noise from outside the home,
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Staircases
A staircase can be more than moving from one level to another in the home. They can also be used as a unique design feature. Provided of course your house is double or multiple story there is a staircase design to suit any home. In existing homes options may be somewhat limited due to layout issues!
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Building a Verandah
BUILDING A VERANDAH Where outdoors meets indoors, a space shaded from the weather, yet is not indoors. VERANDAH TYPES • Flat verandahs – are the simplest and most versatile to design. Flat roofed verandahs can be attached to almost any building or as a stand-alone structure. • Curved verandahs – can be matched elegantly to another structure and can provide a neat bridge between existing structures. Curved verandahs can also break the flatness of straight lines • Bullnose roofed verandahs – these verandahs offer extra shelter from the e
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Coating Materials
Coating Materials You will find that almost all parts of a home require some kind of coating. Coating materials are extremely varied, from paints and varnishes to vinyl plastic coatings. The advantages of coating materials include the following; Protection, insulation, safety (non slip coatings) and of course visual enhancement. Unique Coating Types Some of the more functional and unique coating materials for your home consist of: • Roof paints and reflective coatings • Wood varnishes and sealers • Protective glass coatings • Non slip coatings By applying the correct coating material, you will ensure that your home’s physical structure and appearance remain optimal and problem free for years!
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Concrete Waterproofing
Other Considerations Depending upon the type of waterproofing application you use, the concrete will be out of action for a certain period of time. It’s very important that the manufacturer’s guidelines are followed. You can use different types of applications on existing or new builds prior to pouring. Others actually purge out odors and stains that have contaminated old concrete and/or increase its density!
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Carpenters
Carpenters can build, erect or repair structures that are made of wood, steel or wood substitutes. They are extremely talented and can build the frame of the house, walls and roof; install doors, windows, floors, cabinetry, ceiling tiles; erect scaffolding; complete other structural work such as sub-floor framing; and may even repair damaged furniture. Carpenters may specialise in a particular area of the trade, so please be sure your chosen professional is able to complete your specific project by advising very clearly what you need and what you expect!
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