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Ocean View House Suppliers List

Ocean View House Suppliers List

Here's a list of all the suppliers from the amazing house featrued in Ep 8 of Grand Designs Australia Series 3.

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Barossa Valley House Suppliers List

Barossa Valley House Suppliers List

Check out all the suppliers from Episode 7 of Grand Designs Australia Series 3.

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Annandale House Suppliers List

Annandale House Suppliers List

Here is the full list of suppliers for the Annandale Urban House featured in Ep 3 of Grand Designs Australia Series 3.

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Byron Bay Beach House Suppliers List

Byron Bay Beach House Suppliers List

Check out all the suppliers from the amazing build featured in Ep 5 of grand Designs Australia Series 5.

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Warburton Arch House Suppliers List

Warburton Arch House Suppliers List

Check out the list of suppliers from Episode 4 of Grand Designs Australia Series 3!

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Balnarring Rammed Earth House Suppliers List

Balnarring Rammed Earth House Suppliers List

Check out the list of suppliers from Episode 3 of Grand Designs Australia Series 3!

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Hampton Timber House Suppliers List

Hampton Timber House Suppliers List

Check out the list of suppliers from Episode 2 of Grand Designs Australia Series 3!

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Mansfield Indoor/Outdoor House Suppliers List

Mansfield Indoor/Outdoor House Suppliers List

Check out the list of suppliers from Episode 1 of Grand Designs Australia Series 3!

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Grand Designs Australia S2 now on DVD!

Grand Designs Australia S2 now on DVD!

The second series of our hugely popular show is now available on DVD.

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Steels Creek Earth House Suppliers List

Steels Creek Earth House Suppliers List

Check out the list of suppliers from Ep 10 of Grand Designs Australia Series 2

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Battery Point Glass House Suppliers List

Battery Point Glass House Suppliers List

Check out the list of suppliers from Episode 9 of Grand Designs Australia Series 2 - an incredible home on the waterfront in Hobart.

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Yellingbo Artists' House Supplier List

Yellingbo Artists' House Supplier List

Check out the list of suppliers from Ep 8 of Grand Designs Australia Series 2 - a 'sculpture in space' in the town of Yellinngbo, Victoria.

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Stonyfell House Suppliers List Grand Designs Australia

Stonyfell House Suppliers List Grand Designs Australia

Check out the list of suppliers for the incredible house featured in Episode 7 of Grand Designs Australia 2.

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Gladysdale Dry Stone House Suppliers List

Gladysdale Dry Stone House Suppliers List

Here is the list of suppliers for the incredible house featured in Episode 6 of Grand Designs Australia Series 2.

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Trinity Beach Suppliers List Grand Designs Australia

Trinity Beach Suppliers List Grand Designs Australia

Check out the list of suppliers from Ep 2 of Grand Designs Australia Series 2 - a gorgeous pavillion-style pole house in Far North Queensland.

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Kyneton Supplier List Grand Designs Australia

Kyneton Supplier List Grand Designs Australia

Check out the suppliers from Episode 4 of Grand Designs Australia Series 2.

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Five Dock Supplier List Grand Designs Australia

Five Dock Supplier List Grand Designs Australia

Get all the supplier details of the third house of our new series of Grand Designs Australias in Five Dock.

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Paynesville Supplier List Grand Designs Australia

Paynesville Supplier List Grand Designs Australia

Get all the supplier details of the second house of our new series of Grand Designs Australias in Paynesville.

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Brighton Supplier List Grand Designs Australia

Brighton Supplier List Grand Designs Australia

Check out our directory of suppliers for episode one's sixties new-build.

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GDA Homes Battle Natural Disasters!

GDA Homes Battle Natural Disasters!

See what host Peter Maddison says about the new series of Grand Designs Australia.

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Grand Designs Australia Now On DVD!

Grand Designs Australia Now On DVD!

Astra Award winner for Most Outstanding Lifestyle Program, Grand Designs Australia, is now available to buy on DVD.

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Water Saving Tips

Water Saving Tips

Water is in short supply and costs are on the rise. Here’s our top 10 ways to save on water and how to budget for them.

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Prevent Paintwork Lead Poisoning

Prevent Paintwork Lead Poisoning

Lead content in painted surfaces is dangerous. Here are some precautions to take to ensure you and your family are safe.

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Tips For Working With Tradesmen

Tips For Working With Tradesmen

Here’s how to make sure you and your tradies share a cuppa rather than punches when renovating your place!

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Step-By-Step Guide To Renovating

Step-By-Step Guide To Renovating

Whether you’re about to embark on your first renovation or you’ve done a few in your time, here’s what you need to know to get it right.

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Guide to Restumping

Guide to Restumping

If you've got a timber supported home, chances are at some stage you'll need to re-stump. We explain the possible pitfalls so you'll be prepared.

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Give Your Home Regular Check ups

Give Your Home Regular Check ups

Give your home an overall inspection and attend to a problem before it exacerbates. We show you how to limit the damage and save money.

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Protect your home from boggy soil

Protect your home from boggy soil

Damp soil can have a deteriorating effect on your home. Here are a few tips on how to balance the level of moisture in the soil around your home.

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How to detect and eradicate termites

How to detect and eradicate termites

The best solution to a termite problem is to uncover termite activity fast. Learn how to safeguard your home from these pests before they wreak havoc on your home!

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What Architects Can Do For You

What Architects Can Do For You

Working with you, an architect brings to the mix that intuitive 'creative genius or flair' to help you realise your dream.

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The causes of and cures for condensation dampness

The causes of and cures for condensation dampness

Condensation dampness can cause mould growth and unhealthy living conditions. Luckily, there are lots of things you can do around the home to stop it!

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 9 Supplier Factsheet

Grand Designs Australia Episode 9 Supplier Factsheet

Get the details of all the suppliers used in Episode 9 of Grand Designs Australia - Indented Head House.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 7 Supplier Fact Sheet

Grand Designs Australia Episode 7 Supplier Fact Sheet

Check out all the suppliers used in episode 6 of Grand Designs Australia - Fish Creek.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 6 Web Chat Transcript

Grand Designs Australia Episode 6 Web Chat Transcript

Lisa and Steve jumped online after the show to answer all your questions about their amazing Hampton's House.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 7 Chat Transcript

Grand Designs Australia Episode 7 Chat Transcript

Homeowners Peter and Mary Riedel talk about their amazing Fish Creek Church House.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 8 Supplier Factsheet

Grand Designs Australia Episode 8 Supplier Factsheet

See below for details of all suppliers used on Cottage Point House, featured in Episode 8 of Grand Designs Australia.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 5 Web Chat Transcript

Grand Designs Australia Episode 5 Web Chat Transcript

Episode 5 was one of our most emotional journeys yet. Homeowner Trevor chatted live online with viewers after the show and the response was overwhelming!

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 5 Supplier Factsheet

Grand Designs Australia Episode 5 Supplier Factsheet

See below for details of all suppliers used at the Lake Bennett House on Episode 5 of Grand Designs Australia.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 4 Web Chat Transcript

Grand Designs Australia Episode 4 Web Chat Transcript

Homeowners Patrick and Julie revealed all their building secrets after the show in a live web chat online. Here is the transcript

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 4 Supplier Factsheet

Grand Designs Australia Episode 4 Supplier Factsheet

The list of suppliers for Episode 4 - Clovelly House.

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Roofing and Guttering: Detecting leaks

Roofing and Guttering: Detecting leaks

Don’t ignore that leaky roof. Discover the source to solve the problem – for good.

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Roofing and Guttering: Tips on maintaining roofs and gutters

Roofing and Guttering: Tips on maintaining roofs and gutters

Can’t repair your gutters? Here’s what you need to know about replacing and maintaining them.

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Roofing and Guttering: Removing mould from your roof

Roofing and Guttering: Removing mould from your roof

Got some lichen on your roof and you don’t like the look? Here are our tips on removal and roof rejuventation.

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Roofing and Guttering: How to repair your roof

Roofing and Guttering: How to repair your roof

Not sure how to repair your roof? We outline the main types of materials roofs are made of and their features.

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Roofing and Guttering: Tips on re-roofing

Roofing and Guttering: Tips on re-roofing

Sometimes your existing roof is beyond repair. Here’s what you need to know if you decide to replace your roof.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 3 Web Chat Transcript

Grand Designs Australia Episode 3 Web Chat Transcript

See what Jan and Ed have to say about their colour choice, neighbours and restoring a great Queenslander.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 6 Supplier Fact Sheet

Grand Designs Australia Episode 6 Supplier Fact Sheet

See below for details of suppliers used in Episode 6 - Hamptons House.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 3 Supplier Factsheet

Grand Designs Australia Episode 3 Supplier Factsheet

Below is the list of suppliers for Episode Three.

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Understanding termite behaviour

Understanding termite behaviour

The best way to prevent a devastating termite attack is to understand termite behaviour. Identify termite activity before it is too late!

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Identifying and dealing with timber borers

Identifying and dealing with timber borers

The level of damage borers can have on timber depends on the species. Read on to find out which type is harmless and which is destructive plus we tell you how to treat borer affected areas.

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Maintenance outside the home

Maintenance outside the home

Regular maintenance outside the home is just as important as maintenance inside the home. Here’s what to look out for when doing a check up outside.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 2 Web Chat Transcript

Grand Designs Australia Episode 2 Web Chat Transcript

We spoke to Dom and Sue, homeowners of the Very Small House in Surry Hills from episode 2 of Grand Designs Australia.

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Grand Designs Australia Episode 2 Supplier Factsheet

Grand Designs Australia Episode 2 Supplier Factsheet

The list of suppliers for Episode 2 - Very Small House.

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Green Home Guide

Green Home Guide

Just because your house is older doesn’t mean you can’t make it more sustainable. Here are our tips on making the change to a green home.

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Sustainability Guide: Building a new sustainable home

Sustainability Guide: Building a new sustainable home

If you’re building a new house, the best way to make it more sustainable is from the very start. Here’s how.

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Chris Clarke Web Chat Transcript

Chris Clarke Web Chat Transcript

We spoke to Chris Clarke, owner of the Bushfire House from Episode 1. For those who missed it, here is a copy of the questions and answers. It’s a truly inspiring read.

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Grand Designs Austraila Episode 1 Supplier Factsheet

Grand Designs Austraila Episode 1 Supplier Factsheet

A list of the suppliers who contributed to Chris Clarke's Bushfire House - Callignee 2 - in Grand Designs Australia Episode 1.

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Guide to Working with an Architect– The Stages

Guide to Working with an Architect– The Stages

At every stage of the process, an Architect can help you to add value and style to your home. Here’s a guide to how they work.

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Why use an architect?

Why use an architect?

Renovating, extending or building a new home? An architect can help ensure you’re happy with the finished result.

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Why houses have asbestos and what to do about it

Why houses have asbestos and what to do about it

It’s common for many houses to contain asbestos in some form. Here’s what you can do about it.

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Checklist: How to maintain health and safety in the home

Checklist: How to maintain health and safety in the home

Your home may look good but is it safe? Follow this quick checklist to make sure it is.

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8 Tips to Secure House Insurance

8 Tips to Secure House Insurance

Here's how to be confident the big rubber ‘denied’ stamp won’t land on your insurance claim.

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Energy Saving Tips

Energy Saving Tips

Use less energy and you can save money as well as the environment. Here’s how to make a start.

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The causes of and cures for falling dampness

The causes of and cures for falling dampness

Falling dampness is a type of dampness that moves downwards vertically. Find out what causes it and the cures.

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How to repair damage from rising damp

How to repair damage from rising damp

Aside from treating and curing the rising damp itself, you’ll find that other areas have been damaged by the rising damp and will need to be repaired.

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The causes of and cures for horizontal damp

The causes of and cures for horizontal damp

If you’ve got small patches of damp on your walls, you’ve probably got horizontal damp. Thankfully, it’s easily repaired.

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The causes of and cures for rising damp

The causes of and cures for rising damp

One of the most prevalent types of dampness is rising damp. Find out what causes it and the possible cures.

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Understanding the types and signs of dampness

Understanding the types and signs of dampness

By understanding the different types of dampness and the signs to look for, you’ll know exactly how to treat specific problems.

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How to check timber stumps

How to check timber stumps

If you've got a home supported by timber stumps, it's essential that you check them regularly. We show you how.

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Building Regulations: Dealing with Tradies and Builders

Building Regulations: Dealing with Tradies and Builders

With the move to self regulation, it’s crucial that you select who you work with carefully.

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Checklist: Building Regulations and Your Home

Checklist: Building Regulations and Your Home

Building codes are changing all the time as safety standards improve. Use this checklist to make sure your home complies.

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How To Survive A Renovation

How To Survive A Renovation

You’ve bought a renovation property, worked out your budget and timeframe, and you’re ready for action. Here’s how to make sure you get through the next few months with your sanity intact!

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