Rob's Home and Garden Blog

  • The Benefits of Buying Screen Doors for Your Outdoor Space

    30 November 2023

    Have you ever dreamed of spending more time enjoying your outdoor space, but the pesky bugs and constant heat make it unbearable? That's where screen doors come in! Investing in a screen door for your outdoor space can make all the difference in creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. This blog post will explore the many benefits of buying screen doors for your outdoor space! Keeps bugs out One of the most significant benefits of a screen door is its ability to keep bugs and insects out of your outdoor space.

  • What Are the Benefits of Caravan Roll-Out Awning Walls?

    17 August 2023

    While a simple awning gives you more versatile ways to use your caravan, installing an awning with roll-out walls could be a better option. Here, your awning becomes the base for a series of walls that create an enclosed space around your van. Why should you consider installing awning walls on your caravan? Get a Weather-Protected Outdoor Space You might feel that you're stuck in your van on some trips. If it is raining a lot or is too hot, then you might have to stay indoors.

  • How to Discourage Termites From Making Their Homes on Your Property

    24 January 2023

    Termites cause plenty of damage in Australia these days. When they start to make their homes in the built environment, they can undermine foundations, cause damage to structural woodwork and even make properties fall down, in the worst cases. Therefore, you should seek the advice of a professional pest control expert if you suspect that there are already termites in your home or there is a colony of them close to it.

  • Two tips for homeowners who are new to flower arranging

    6 October 2022

    If you're new to flower arranging and would like to start adding some flower arrangements to your home, here are some tips to follow. Avoid using glass vases until your flower arranging skills have improved Even though flower arrangements can look beautiful in glass vases, it's best to avoid using these and instead use vases made of opaque materials like ceramic, until your confidence in your flower-arranging skills has grown. The reason for this is that in order for a flower arrangement in a transparent glass vase to look good and make your home more beautiful, the visible stems that are in the vase's water must be arranged just as neatly and artfully as the blooms that they're connected to.

  • Why Vertical Window Blinds Are Ideal When You Have Pets

    23 May 2022

    If you are a pet owner who is looking for new blinds for your windows, you shouldn't just purchase the same miniblinds or other horizontal blinds that you have bought in the past. The whole reason why you might be looking to purchase new blinds right now could be because your existing blinds weren't really a good fit for your pet-friendly household. Vertical window blinds are often the better choice for pet owners, even though many people don't know that fact or ever purchase this type of blind.

  • Options when building a Patio in your Yard

    8 March 2022

    You may be planning to construct a patio in your yard, a relaxing and comfortable outside space. Here are some options you'll face during the project. A patio builder can help you refine your decisions. Placement One of the first things to decide with your new patio is where to place it. You could build it beside your home, connecting your indoor and outdoor living spaces. Some kitchens include a servery window that opens to the patio, so it's easy to entertain and dine alfresco.

  • Three Extras You Should Take Advantage Of When Using Interstate Removalists

    1 December 2021

    Australia is one of the biggest countries in the world, and traversing its states to move houses is not as easy as it sounds. Most of the time people will use ground-based interstate removalists because using air travel is simply too expensive and a pain to organise. However, what many people don't realise is just how many different services that interstate removalists offer that so few take advantage of. Here are a few different services that are offered by many interstate removalists that you should always try to add to your order so that your items are as safe as possible during the long trek to your new home.