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Come summertime, there’s nothing better than lazing beside a pool with a cool drink in your hand, whiling away the day in bliss. And if you want to create a gorgeous environment to relax in, your pool’s fence is a key component. Here are some of the best and most...

Slopes can be tricky places to install aluminium fences. To create a seamless look with the smallest possible gaps underneath, you’ll need to figure out which fence product will best suit your project, based on its length, and whether it can be angled. In this...

Homeowners plant trees and hedges for a variety of reasons—they provide oxygen, attract wildlife and add to a property’s aesthetics. But many plants also have a variety of practical applications, including “green screens” that can act as windbreaks and enhance...

In a country of relentless sunshine, scorching temperatures, and tropical cyclones that blast us with wind, rain, and hail, automatic gates are a godsend. When nature is expressing her fiercest tendencies, the hasty click of a button is all we need to enter our...

Balustrades can be a beautiful addition to your home, but have a much more important purpose: safety. Balustrades are designed to protect people from high falls, and that function is so important that it forms a legal obligation for property owners.  However, many...

Fences serve many purposes, and pet safety is one of them. Whether you live on a main road, or a quiet street, keeping your dog in your property is vitally important for the dog’s safety, and the safety of others. However, if you’re an experienced dog owner you’ll...

Ever tried to wrap your head around pool fence regulations in Queensland? It can be a challenge at the best of times! But pool fencing regulations are critical for keeping young kids away from the water, and are routinely enforced across Queensland. It’s about...

Fencing makes a home more private and secure, which are two important considerations when shopping for a new fence. But if you happen to live in a windy area, you’ll also need to consider strength, and whether it’ll stand up to sustained pressure from the tempests of...

If you’ve decided that you need a fence for your home, the next step is choosing a fence style that works for you, which can be tricky. Is the fence for your property boundary, a pool, or a balcony balustrade? How many access gates will you need? What style best fits...

Aluminium fencing has become popular over the last decade or so, offering an affordable, versatile, and durable alternative to steel and wood. It’s a first-rate material that not only looks great, but also adds value to your home. In this article, we’ll explore how...

If you’re looking for a little extra privacy and security for your home, a driveway gate could be the solution, and if you’re asking yourself “can I put a gate on my driveway?” you’ve come to the right place.  In this article, we’ll explain how to figure out whether...

Our furry tail-wagging companions are one of life’s greatest delights, until they start digging underneath your fence, scratching the living daylights out of it and leaving a soddy mound of dirt where grass used to be. If you’re trying to figure out how to stop a dog...

Almost every property has fencing of some kind. Whether it’s a full boundary fence, a front fence, a side fence, or a pool fence, chances are your property has one too. In many ways, we simply take fences for granted. But have you ever stopped to think about why...

Fences are indispensable; almost all homes have them. They offer great security, convenient boundaries, and they keep homes compliant with a range of building regulations. But, like so many parts of a home, they may need to be replaced. Sure, a good aluminium fence...

Getting out of your car to open the gate might not seem like a big deal on paper. It only takes thirty seconds to get out, unlock your gate, open it, and drive through. But when you’re in a rush, after a long day at work, those thirty seconds can feel far longer. So...

Living fences might not seem like such a common feature. But the truth is, they’ve been around for centuries. And if you’ve ever seen a living fence, you’ll know why! Living fences are among the most stunning garden features. They’re practical, environmentally...

Swimming pool fences are a lot of things. They’re a design feature. They’re a safety feature. And, they’re a legal requirement. A lot of people underestimate the importance of swimming pool fences, and that can land them in hot water. So let’s have a look at some of...

We love our furry friends, and having them around is nothing short of a blessing. But there are some places they simply don’t belong. However, getting them to listen is not always easy! No matter how well trained your dog is, it has an instinct that cannot be tamed....

Home maintenance is a complicated beast. You can spend a whole weekend cleaning the outside of your home, only to notice something else that needs to be done the next day. Between all of that ongoing maintenance, there’s one thing that often gets left behind: the...