When considering patio design ideas it is beneficial to discuss a number of considerations with your patio builder, such as your budget, the space available, the overall look of your home and your lifestyle. Your patio builder will be able to advise you on what may be best for your circumstances and on the latest materials and styles in patio designs. You should select a patio design that suits your needs and tastes. Flatter pitched roofs The current trend in…
June and July are typically among the quieter months of the year, along with December and January. However, winter is actually the ideal time to purchase your new patio. You see, the worst time to buy an air-conditioner is at the start of summer when you’re stinking hot and can’t imagine living another day without one. However, everyone else is thinking the same thing – so let’s consider another option. If you bought your unit in winter, delivery would…
Creating a smooth transition from your indoors to your outdoors can expand the sense of space your home offers and provide extra room for entertaining and relaxing. Integrating or combining styles and materials, such as timber floorboards both indoors and on your patio/deck, will help to establish the flow between the two areas. Another way to enhance your indoor/outdoor room is with a patio roof. Installing a patio roof will allow you to maximise the time that you are able…
Colorbond steel is one of the most popular materials for patio roofs in Australia, and is recommended by many patio builders for its durability and long life. Versatility Colorbond steel patio roofs are available in 20 distinctive colours that can make it easier to match your patio roof with other parts of your home and create overall coherence. These roofs are suitable for use on all types of patio designs, whether they have flat, pitched, convex, concave or skillion roofs,…
The range of new materials available to patio builders means that the days of standard, one-size fits all patios are gone. By discussing your design ideas and needs with your patio builder, you can ensure you get the right material, colour and style to suit your patio, home and lifestyle. One of the great new options available for modern patio construction is the insulated solar span roof. The solar span roof is a recent addition to the array of patio…
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A new patio can be a great investment in your home as well as a place to relax or entertain guests, as long as you are 100 per cent happy with the installation process. Here are five common issues that customers ask patio installers about when deciding which type of patio to buy: 1 – Council Applications When building a patio, you will need the right Building Licence, Planning Application and Water Corporation agreement. These can usually be arranged by…
When considering outdoor patio designs, one of the most important features is the roof. Ensuring that you select a style that suits the overall look of your home, while maximising the cover it will provide your outdoor area, is essential. Three popular styles for patio roofs are gable, dome and pyramid, each offering advantages that may better suit your patio, home and garden. Gable Gable roofs are a very popular choice for patio roofs. The gable roof has two angled…
Heating should be a factor in your planning of outdoor patio designs if you live in a temperate or cool climate, to ensure your patio will still be usable at night and in the colder months of the year. Types of patio heating There are several common heating options available for patios, which will depend on whether the patio is fully enclosed or exposed to the elements. For open patios, outdoor fire pits may be constructed to provide a permanent…
If you don’t have walls, fencing or trees blocking views into your garden, privacy should be a major consideration when building a new patio. Building a privacy screen is a simple and economical way to block views of uncovered patios and decks, so you’ll be able to relax in the sun without worrying about neighbours and passers-by. This video demonstrates how to build a privacy screen step-by-step, made from timber slats and a treated timber frame. First, you should measure…