Achieving Five Star Rating
Natalie from SorrentoI am building a new house and I have heard about 5 Star Ratings, but am not really sure what it is required. Can you please explain the "Basics" as I would like my house to be as energy efficient as ... continue reading
Loft Ladders
Pam from SaleWe are doing renovations to our home and would like to use the space in our roof. I know that you can get loft ladders, but do not know alot about them or where to start. Can you help me ... continue reading
Tile Selection
Wendy from Mt MarthaWith the large range of tiles on the market, how do I know which ones are good quality and will suit my ... continue reading
Balustrading Options
Elise from PearcedaleWe are renovating our House and are adding a decking area on the second level. We are not sure what options there are available for Balustrading, would you be able to give us an idea of what is out ... continue reading
Book the Home Innovations Training Room
posted 2 months, 5 days, 13 hours, 17 minutes agoHome Innovations offers a modern facility perfect for company training, seminars and group meetings. Click the link to check the room ... continue reading
Home Innovations is Closing for Renovations
posted 2 months, 6 days, 13 hours, 40 minutes agoHome Innovations is having a reception make-over in the first week of December. The Showroom will be closed on Monday 5th & Tuesday 6th of December. Home Innovations apologises for any ... continue reading
2012 Industry Forecast
posted 2 months, 1 week, 10 hours, 1 minute agoThe Inaugural Industry Forecast Night was a major success! The night was attended by a fantastic group building professionals. Special thanks go to Simon Tiller for Archicentre, Shane Murphy from ... continue reading
Latitude 37 Sweeps the HIA 2011 Awards
posted 2 months, 3 weeks, 5 days, 14 hours, 59 minutes agoAn unprecedented sweep of 2011 HIA Awards goes to Latitude 37 ... continue reading
Interior Design Course - Thursday
Thursday 10:00 am, 9th February 2012Create and experience your own new world of design with this highly practical, stimulating course that will provide you with a thorough grounding in the skills and techniques of Interior Design. ... continue reading
Interior Design Course - Saturday
Saturday 10:00 am, 11th February 2012Create and experience your own new world of design with this highly practical, stimulating course that will provide you with a thorough grounding in the skills and techniques of Interior Design. ... continue reading
Kitchen & Bathroom Expo
Saturday 10:00 am, 25th February 2012It's That Time Again! The Annual Home Innovations Kitchen & Bathroom Expo Is Here. You will be among the first to see the latest products released in the market place providing you with cutting edge ... continue reading
Kitchen Design Seminar
Saturday 11:00 am, 25th February 2012Come and be inspired by our panel of experts announcing all the latest new colour trends, innovative products & sleek modern finishes. This FREE seminar is not to be missed...... ... continue reading
Building a Pergola - Amanda from Tooradin
Question
I am looking at adding a pergola/entertainment area onto the back of my house. I know that there are two options with building materials including timber and steel, but am not sure which material is best to use. Could you please tell me the benefits of both. Would you also have companies that use both materials in your centre? Thank you.
Answer
Amanda both materials have their benefits, Steel is termite proof, fire resistant, does not warp or rot, does not need to be painted and is easy to clean. Timber looks great, is natural, many varities, and can be painted or treated to virtually any colour. It really depends upon what look you are after and what your opinion of each material is to which option you choose.
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