All the plates and utensils that are required for barbecue use need to be prepared somewhere and the last thing you want is an obstacle course to cross while carrying salads, glasses and plates.

Knowing the facts about termites will help you to protect the natural landscape - and your property.

Improving the efficiency of home heating will not only save you money but also provides the added bonus of preserving the country's natural resources to help reduce pollution and smog levels.

For those who didn't know, bar chairs are not only something to sit on when having a drink but are also a very important integral part of the reinforcing of concrete slabs for buildings.

The recommended maximum amount of lead used in domestic paint has been gradually reduced over the years until recently when domestic paint became lead free.

One of those hidden but important structural components used when building a masonry (brick, block or similar products) structure is the humble wall tie.

How many times have you called in a plumber to fix a broken waterheater, only to be told that you will also have to get in an electrician because the power has to be disconnected.

Many people attend the Home Base Expo Owner- Builder Seminar thinking that becoming an owner-builder will be a great way to save money. Many of those people leave the seminar and go on to build beautiful homes.

The Colorbond brand has long been associated with quality steel products for the home. The extensive range of steel materials is attractive and can be used on almost any building project, yet is durable enough to cope with harsh conditions.

Last week I wrote about what to do when it comes time to start planning the big move into your new home.

For most, the worst room to clean in the house is the bathroom.

For someone who loves the building industry it’s great to be working at Home Base Expo seeing all the latest home products, materials and concepts.

In the 1960s and 70s, no self-respecting home was built without a splash of travertine. In the past 30 years, the trend has moved away from stone as a floor treatment and into wood, bamboo and tiles.