Home Innovations 
May E-News

Do It Yourself & Save!

CAN I REALLY SAVE AS AN OWNER BUILDER?
The answer is YES, but only with the right plan.

You may be able to save on labour costs, but how do you keep the appropriate quality control on the workmanship?
So you've got an Owner Builder Permit, but what insurance do you need and what are you liable for?
Become familiar with the responsibilities involved in taking on an owner builder project. The seminar covers management, contractual and planning aspects, including insurances.

Join us for the free Owner Builder Seminar on the 19th of May, REGISTER HERE

CAN RENOVATING A KITCHEN BE THAT DIFFICULT?
It certainly can be, but not if you are prepared to ask the right questions and do the research.

Learn how to avoid all the crucial mistakes most renovators make and save thousands!
What should you look for in a quote? How much should I pay as a deposit? What is the best benchtop for my kitchen? Unearth the answers and get inside advice from experts with over 30 years experience in the industry.

This free Kitchen Industry Exposed Seminar is on the 6th of June, REGISTER HERE

CAN I CREATE MY OWN HOME BEAUTIFUL DECOR?
It's YES again, but planning and design principles are a must!

By learning about space, lighting design, colour selection and even learning how to better read house plans, you can save thousands and finish with a home decor that matches your personality.
If you are dealing with the blank canvas of a new home or a major renovation you'll be faced with much more than choosing the colour of the feature wall.
Learn how to select all finishing products and manage your project from floor coverings to furniture arrangement.

The next Interior Design & Decoration Workshop starts on the 13th of June, REGISTER HERE

Impression Kitchens Moving Sale
Wednesday 8:29 pm, 22nd April 2009
As of May 1st, Impressions Kitchens will be incorporated into Frankston Kitchens. To mark this occassion they are offering you a never to be repeated opportunity read more.

Saturday WORKSHOP - Colour Design Secrets
Saturday 8:30 am, 13th June 2009
Home Innovations is very excited to announce that Interior Designer Virginia Shaw has joined the team and is tutoring a 4 week Interior Design Workshop begining Saturday 13th of June 2009. read more.

“Kitchen Industry Exposed”
Saturday 11:00 am, 6th June 2009
Home Innovations brings to you Tom Mullan from Prestige Appliances to present an informative yet revealing seminar to enlighten you about all the things you should know before you start your kitchen! read more.

“How To Be A Successful Owner Builder”
Saturday 12:00 pm, 29th May 2010
Home Innovations, U Build Homes & Formplex present a free Owner Builder Seminar that will expose not only all of the massive benefits of being an Owner Builder but also the dangers & pitfalls to look out for. read more.

Question about Lightweight Steel Framing?
from Avril from Mornington
I am considering using a steel frame for an upstairs extension to my home. Is steel an appropriate option or should I stay with the same timber frame technique used for the existing structure? read our answer.