Practical Guides for Smarter Renovations

The footing choice for a replacement deck begins with the ground and the access, not with a claim that one

A low deck over concrete can look like an easy replacement: remove the old boards, keep the slab and fit

The boards receive most of the attention when a deck is replaced, but the frame decides how the new surface

Replacing a deck gives you a chance to reconsider how it meets the house. The old deck may rely on

A lawn over a former pool can look indistinguishable from the rest of the backyard. That appearance does not establish

Removing a pool is a change to the whole backyard, not just the disappearance of the water. The project can

Renovate an Australian backyard on a budget by fixing drainage first, reusing sound materials and staging practical outdoor zones.

Choose whether to repair, resurface or replace a deck by assessing its structure, boards, fixings, drainage, barriers and remaining life.

Plan a comfortable Australian outdoor living area with climate-smart zones, shade, drainage, durable materials, safe services and easy upkeep.