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How to Resurface Your Patio

If your patio is looking old and worn, resurfacing can be more economical than other patio design ideas built from scratch. Preparation If your patio has been patched previously, you can break away any loose or damaged mortar using a brick chisel, and the entire surface of the patio should be swept clear of dirt, dust and other debris before cleaning with a high pressure hose or high strength pressure washer. Patching If you spot holes or cracks in any…

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How to Prolong the Life of Your Patio

Building a patio is a significant investment in your home and for it to be enjoyed for years to come requires some regular maintenance and care. The first step is to use experienced and skilled patio builders to ensure that you have a quality patio to begin with, as this will make the patio easier to maintain and more comfortable and enjoyable to use all year round. Protection from the elements The best way to extend the life of your…

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How to lay a flagstone patio

Flagstone flooring is a great addition to a patio if you are looking for a flooring design other than timber, brick or tiles. This video offers a step-by-step guide to laying flagstones for a patio, whether these are being dry or wet laid. The three main steps are base preparation, building the base material and laying the flagstones themselves. When preparing the base, you may need to dig up parts of the patio area to create a level and even…

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How To Find The Right Tradie To Build Your Patio

When choosing patio installers it’s important to know what to look for in a good tradie and how to spot telltale signs of an unprofessional company. What To Look For In A Patio Installer Tradies are always in demand in Australia, especially in the current economic climate where more people are choosing to renovate their homes rather than buy new ones. When choosing a tradie to build your skillion flat, gable, or dome patio or for other tasks around the…

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How to Build Your Dream Outdoor Space

When putting together your dream garden space, consider how outdoor patio designs and furniture could help to create the ideal environment for relaxing or entertaining guests. Layout Thinking about what you want from your outdoor space should help you decide on the layout and features of your garden and patio area. Building patios, gazebos and other outbuildings can provide shade from the sun while still allowing you and your visitors to benefit from views over the garden. These outdoor areas…

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How a New Patio Can Add Value to Your Home

When most people think about outdoor patio designs for their home their primary thoughts are about how they will use and enjoy this new home addition. What they may not consider is the value that the new patio will be adding to their home, should they ever choose to sell it. The appeal of a great looking and functional patio can be one of the biggest factors influencing the decision of prospective home buyers. Extra outdoor space The most obvious…

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Five things to consider before installing a new patio

If you’re considering installing a patio in your garden or attached to your home, there may be many questions you need to ask patio installers beforehand to make sure you choose the right type of patio for you and your home. 1 – Materials There are likely to be many materials present in a finished patio, from brick or timber walls to metal roofing and glass windows. Brick patios are generally the easiest to design and construct, though concrete offers…

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Building an Outdoor Room That Can Be Used All Year Round

When planning a new patio or outdoor area for your home, you should consider the effects of the changing seasons and weather conditions, and speak to patio installers about all-season rooms. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RabTryxuGNc This video offers tips for households looking to create the ultimate outdoor room that can be used throughout the year for entertaining, dining or just relaxing. Installations such as decks are limited to use in certain times of the year, but this problem can be avoided by extending…

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