Floors and Finishes
Leave room for tiled floors to move at the edges
Tiled floors need planned movement joints at restraining edges and other locations. Know what to ask before a neat finish accidentally locks the assembly in place.
RENOVATION · COLOUR · EVERYDAY ROOMS
renovation planning
Renovation decisions
A prehung door brings its frame into the renovation decision
A slab door and a prehung unit replace different parts of an opening. Compare the frame, dimensions and included hardware before choosing by price.
Renovation Details
Mortise or rim lock? Look at where the lock body sits
A mortise lock fits into the door edge while a rim lock sits on its surface. Use that distinction to prepare a better renovation conversation.
Renovation planning
A bathroom extractor needs a route outside, not just a powerful fan
A bathroom fan needs an effective route outdoors. Include the duct, outlet, and airflow check in renovation plans rather than choosing the fan alone.
Floors and Finishes
Before covering a new screed, check more than its appearance
Before laying a floor over new screed, confirm the product, moisture test and covering requirements instead of judging readiness by appearance.
Floors and Finishes
Dry-lay a patterned tile design before deciding where its cuts will land
A patterned tile layout needs to work at the doorway and walls, not just in the centre. Dry-lay the design with joint spacing before approving the cuts.
Finishing Details
Plan the Skirting-Board Return Before Cutting the Last Piece
Plan how a skirting board finishes at an exposed end, and test the return joint on offcuts before cutting the final length.
Practical Room Planning
Check Curtain and Cabinet Clearance Before Placing a Radiator Cover
Review airflow, service access and manufacturer clearances before choosing a radiator cover or placing nearby curtains and furniture.
Room Planning
Before Buying the Armchair, Test the Space Around It
Check a furniture footprint, door movement, everyday routes and delivery access before deciding a new piece will fit your room.