renovation

Before and after pics from our July 2013 reno in Tassie

Before and after pics from our July 2013 reno in Tassie

Before and after pics from our July 2013 reno in Tassie

As i mentioned before in other threads, i would like to jazz up my IP strata apartment before renting it out. a few things on my to-do list are: - replace kitchen sink with a better , stronger quality one (one i have is crap) - replace a wind-able window (all windows are currently jammed)...

Hi everyone I am in a bit of a dilemma with moving forward in renos and as such I am looking into renovation courses and information. From my reading, I have found that Dean and Elise Parker have a comprehensive pack available, Cherie Barber has her information packs and courses and Jane...

We're looking at removing timber floors and replacing them with concrete on a 100+ year old inner city duplex. The main reason is that there is some termite damage and the concreting is the only permanent way to avoid termites in future. The problem is, after removing the timber flooring...

Hi gang. This is my first post. :) I am looking at buying my second investment property, in the Ipswich area (4304, 4305). An interesting property is on the market only a stone's throw away from the University, close to transport links, shops etc. Its on a 825m2 corner block on a quiet...

Hi, I've just purchased an investment property in Ipswich, about 1km from the uni/hospital. It's a 2 bed, 1 bath timber workers cottage built approx 1940, in a quiet street with good access to public transport. It's the classic "worst house in the best street" as both neighbours are renovated...

Anyone aware of a report that would be useful in reviewing a number of suburbs potential for profitable renovation? I haven't seen anything from RPData, domain.com.au so far..... I was thinking of something that have an indication for each suburb, for each type of house (e.g. 2br, 3br etc)...

I just put my offer (verbal) on a 40-50 yo Fibro house. I guess it will accepted and will have to legally sign the offer. The price is 60K below market price. The condition of the house is not go great. I have not got the B&P inspection done yet. It has a external faux-brick rendering, the...

We are looking for a builder with a good bit of home renovation experience to help us rebuild the back-end of our house in the inner-west of Sydney. Can anyone recommend a builder they have had a good experience with?

that I did on the cheap.. finally got some pics of the "after" loaded. I used the same kitchen carcass and cupboard doors (I took the outer panel off the door frame for each door, painted it with metallic effects, and then reaffixed it to the inner side of the door.) Amazing what a paint job...

Anyone been following the media reports of late? The call has gone out to renovators to be aware of the dangers of asbestos whilst doing home renovations. Meanwhile, the trade union movement has urged governments to remove asbestos from all Australian homes before 2030. Last week a couple...