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Create that Casa Cook kinda feeling

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The key to transforming your kitchen from boring to beautiful

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That Mororocan look

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Styling to Sell

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CREATE THAT CASA COOK KINDA FEELING AT HOME With international travel off for the for seeable future why not create that holiday feel at home?

Satara Australia

Satara’s manufacturing facilities have supplied furniture pieces to holiday havens in the mediterranean, asian and latino regions as well as here at home.

One of my favourites is the Casa Cook Group.

This boutique hotel chain group predominately based in the mediterranan, has a laid back spirit that so suits our relaxed australian lifestyle.

Natural elements invoke a sense of warmth.

Woven rattan, natural fibres, rustic timbers and textures interlaced with modern black metallics are haul marks of Satara’s Casa, Cook, Logan and Chania ranges. By updating with these down to earth perfectly imperfect pieces at home, it’s a step towards acheiving Casa Cook kinda feeling at home.

The Satara furniture range designed for indoors encompass pieces from across the home, with no room left behind. The diverse range endeavours to capture an array of tastes from those which are modern through to more classically styled. This is where the differences end however and the same quality and comfort can be found throughout each and every design. There’s a focus on natural materials and fabrics, allowing the gorgeous timbers and fibres to speak for themselves, their distinctive characteristics shown in their best light.

Satara specialises in Indoor Outdoor Living. We supply Australian retail , designer and commercial community with a range of high quality, hand crafted indoor and outdoor furniture and homewares. www.satara.com.au 4 Home Scene - May 2021

Cushion in Cream Wine Blue Colour Kilim Aztec Geometric Design Soft Chenille www.yorkshirefabricshop.com

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That MOROCCAN Look

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Wild Horse Kilim Pattern www.theshopfloorproject.com

Bringing back to life the ancient and spiritual craft of beading, a co-operative of women from the Khayelitsha township in South Africa are part of an extraordinary contemporary project which celebrates the art form. www.theshopfloorproject. com

Kilim is of a Turkish origin and refers to flat & thin rugs.

Kilim can also be used in other soft furnishings such as cushions and blankets. The antique aura Kilim provides has become a popular subject throughout the interior world and will continue to grow in 2021.

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Styling To Sell

By Karen Hirst KH Inspired Design So, you have made the big decision to sell! From a design point of view, what steps can you take to ensure your home is seen in the best possible light while keeping spending to a minimum? Where do you start?

Many homes have a clutter problem!

It is natural for us to accumulate “stuff”over time. However you have to keep in mind that excess “stuff” can be interpreted by potential buyers as not enough storage & insufficient sized rooms! So, essentially the first step is to pare back. We’ve all heard it – work out essential items to keep, or will complement the home while it is being marketed. Then either put the excess into storage, give away, donate, dispose of, or sell the remainder.

Working room by room is the best way to tackle this – the process won’t seem quite as overwhelming!

Once you are clutter free, put yourself in the buyer’s shoes.

Stand back & take a good hard look at the home. What would be your first impressions?

Are the walls in good order or could they use a coat of paint?

Does the colour scheme actually work or seem a little bland or mismatched?

It is no secret, a freshly painted home will convey the “I am well looked after” vibe to potential buyers. But what colours should you look at if you decide to repaint?

Neutrals will appeal to a wide cross section of buyers as they will be able to picture their belongings in the space. That doesn’t mean you need to stick to whites, greys or creams.

There are many beautiful “greyed off” colours which are considered neutrals.

Subtle grey-greens, grey-blues & earthy naturals also fall into this category. They are soft & easy to live with, plus have an added bonus of visually expanding the space if used in lighter tones.

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How is the lighting? Is it dated or perhaps just needs a clean?

Depending on the condition of the remainder of the house, a quick changeover of pendants may add to the style factor. It is worth checking out some of the lovely pendants available at local lighting suppliers & having a chat to your electrician to gauge changeover costs before embarking on this. Placing a few lovely lamps in strategic places will also add to the style & atmosphere!

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Consider the current spatial plan of the home.

Do you have an unused room which if “staged” could make the home appeal to a wider range of buyers? An example here could be a 4th bedroom re-purposed as an office – especially relevant now with more people working from home! Or perhaps you have an unused sun-room which could be set up as a cosy reading nook or parent’s retreat.

Ensure living areas are zoned correctly.

Often, lounges are placed against the walls, around the room, the walk zone through the middle of the room. Consider bringing the lounge furniture off the walls & arranging into “chat” zones, with walk zones around as opposed to through. This can actually make the room feel larger, more attractive & user friendly.

Maximise light.

Light airy spaces are very attractive, both from a wellbeing point of view, as well as visually expanding the space. Dated window coverings & heavy curtains can inhibit the amount of light entering a space. Consider replacing these with lovely soft floor length sheer curtains for filtered light & a roller blind for night time privacy. The effect will be surprising!

Roman blinds in an earthy textured fabric are another great alternative window dressing. As to shutters, which will enhance our coastal lifestyle.

Adding a large mirror is also a great tool to increase the amount of reflective light & space in a room. Either wall mounted or “leaner” style.

Flooring Ensure carpets are freshly cleaned, timber & tiled floors well maintained. Adding a floor rug to a timber or tiled floor will help zone & cosy up the space, while helping dampen any acoustic ⁄ noise problems which may exist. Choose a colour to

complement the space or a natural, organic jute floor rug which can be of service in your next home.

Once you have addressed all of the main issues, it is time to look at your final presentation & styling.

In terms of wall decoration, does the existing artwork or print complement each room? Are they the correct scale⁄size for the wall & colour for the room? If not, perhaps experiment with swapping artworks between rooms or keep a look out for a print which may be more suitable in size & colour.

When it comes to soft furnishings & bedding, stick to your chosen colour palette, whether it be layered neutrals or a complementary colour scheme & keep it simple. No need to go overboard or you will clutter up the space!

Scents help to create ambience & a homely atmosphere.

Infusers & candles are a brilliant way of conveying this. Freshly baked goodies also a great idea, if you have time………!

Well cared for plants, fresh flowers, a bowl of fresh pears will also add welcome colour & style to a home.

My last tip when marketing your home?

Stay organised! Often easier said than done - as let’s face it, we are all busy! But a few strategically placed folders, wicker storage baskets, a shoe storage box beside the front door etc. will keep the home tidy & reduce any visual clutter that may creep in from time to time.

And if you are totally overwhelmed?

Enlist the help of a Designer. It may only take one consultation to get you on the right track & will be money well spent!

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Top Design Trends in Home Interiors 2021 Think curves, textures, wall and ceiling detail, metals and neutrals with a pop of colour.

2021 design trends will focus on the elements that can make a dramatic difference to a home as well as offering a more comfortable space to enjoy.

Australia’s leading interior designer, Greg Natale from Greg Natale Designs, and design expert, Kate Walker from Kate Walker Design (KWD), share their top design elements to consider when building or renovating your home.

DRESS UP YOUR WALLS. Walls present the perfect blank canvas to express your unique personality. In 2021 we will see walls providing the foundation for adding detail – curves, cornicing, shiplap, strapping, panelling, tiles or wallpaper – allowing you to turn simple into stunning and personalise your space. Kate Walker explains, “We are seeing beautiful new trends emerging for wall detailing with different finishes working beside a plain Gyprock wall to give the surface area some

texture.”

“We love turning ordinary spaces into extraordinary ones and giving homes a whole new identity.

On one of our projects, by adding wainscoting to a plain Gyprock hallway we created character that reflected the period detailing of a home.”

CURVES CONTINUE. Archways are having a revival thanks to architects and designers adding curved doorways, rounded windows and arched mirrors to their projects. Arches offer a new

way to add more organic shapes inside our homes, not only through archways but also through decorative patterns, furnishings and accessories with rounded edges and tubular forms.

“Angles all add interest to the structure of a room, and a stunning curved staircase can add a new dimension to a simple space. It just takes clever design and master craftsman to bring a vision to life,” says Kate.

Greg agrees, “During work on an Art Deco-inspired residence, I embraced the lines of the era in

the interior architecture, taking the curved rectangular shape of the entrance and recreating it in the ceiling coffers, adding moulding for definition. The result is a restrained and elegant layer of detail that suits the house’s soft palette of blush pink, grey and white. Again, ensuring that the ceilings were part of the overall design, I echoed that shape throughout the house in cabinetry and mirrors, adding warmth via brass trims. It was also emulated through the custom staircase that continued the house’s story of curves.”

Gyprock has just launched the new Gyprock Living Simple to Stunning magazine with design tips to show how elevated design thinking coupled with great craftsman ship can take a basic building material like Gyprock and shape them into timeless, sophisticated architecture.

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OPEN PLAN FOR LIVING AND WORKING. The future of the home is open-plan living with the possibility to have multi-functional rooms. With more and more people working from home, the need to adapt accordingly has never been more important, so in 2021, expect to see designers find new ways to integrate clever working areas into designs.

Adding definition and a unique architectural dimension to delineate space, with differing ceiling heights, a raked ceiling or bulkheads helps create visual interest and are practical ways to give direction to the free flow of an open plan space or create a new look for an existing home. With clever design and detailing you can easily add a WOW factor to a simple space.

CEILING STYLE In 2021, the ceiling will perform as an essential element in interior design. “When I’m designing a space, the walls and ceilings are among my first considerations,” says Greg Natale. “They’re an essential layer of the architecture, and a wonderful way of introducing pattern into the framework of a room, helping to define its look and add interest and drama. Panelling, coffers and cornices are beautiful design tools that showcase how moulding can transform a space.”

“An example of this, is a project of mine in Western Sydney with strikingly large proportions that could handle grand gestures. I introduced Gyprock panelling to the white ceilings in the large living areas to add geometric lines but also to help tame the vast expanse of ceiling.

The lines break up the space and visually bring the ceilings closer for a more welcoming feel.”

In the house’s impressive monochromatic entrance, which also features a double curved

staircase, round ceiling coffers were introduced, echoing the shapes in the chandeliers that hang from them and the circular rug and table that sit beneath.

“It’s about treating your ceilings as part of the design to create a cohesive look,” says Greg.

CORNICE DETAIL Cornices can play a key part in a design – and they don’t always need to be white,” says Greg.

“In one of my projects, I painted the cornices black, which not only works to curb the large pro-

portions but also to dramatically define and outline the space. I know people are hesitant to outline rooms, but this can work just as effectively in smaller spaces, such as the bedrooms and bathrooms of this house, where painting the cornices black added beautiful definition.”

From contemporary with clean lines, timeless classic or smooth curves, Gyprock offers a range of cornice profiles to complement interior design elements while defining the room and suiting a home’s style.

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Ombra is the perfect addition for any outdoor entertaining area.

Also ideal for home and office windows, it serves as a sleek, secure, and durable alternative to traditional awnings amd outdoor roller shutters. Your custom designed system can be made in widths up to 5.8 metres or an

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The Shop has an amazing array of homewares, garden pots, cast

iron furniture, artwork, timber games, artificial plants & floral, 100% cotton sleepwear and metal garden décor and much more…..

You will be amazed at what you will find in this “LITTLE GEM ON THE SOUTH SIDE”

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Wallpaper Forecast: The Trends That Will Define Our Homes in 2021 As we look to a brighter future, Superfresco Easy uncovers the trends that will brighten our homes Having won over many homeowners in 2020, wallpaper is set to be a must-have this year. A well-chosen design can complement an aesthetic or introduce bold elements to a room. Personal relationships with nature, materials and

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colours will be a focus in 2021.

Purples and blues, accompanied by deep greens and soft yellows will set the tone, combined in organic and geometric shapes.

“In 2020, we saw the emergence of Biophilic design, the desire to bring the outside in to connect with the natural elements,” says Paula Taylor, Trends and Design Expert, Superfresco Easy.

“This connection was of ever-

increasing importance to our health and wellbeing in urban society, as research has shown that even indirect elements of nature help reduce stress, blood pressure and promotes wellbeing.”

As Australians adjust to a new year and look to redesign or revamp their home interiors, Paula unravels the key Wallpaper trends that will define the homes of 2021.

Forecast – The Future is Now

Impulse – In the Spotlight

Forward focused while incorporating the past, Forecast is inspired by the vivid 80s, embracing ultraviolet purples and pixelated elements.

Breaking through the “less is more” minimalist motto that has been prominent in the last few years, this modern 80s trend will return with playful shapes, bold colours and eccentric patterns. “Nostalgia became an interior inspiration in 2020 as we longed for times before the pandemic, but as we look to 2021 many will want to inject memories of their past with vibrancy and joy,” says Paula.

Impulse is driven by our urge for experience. This ‘show time’ inspired trend focuses on intricate and ornate motifs. Moving away from the mid-century modern aesthetic, the art deco design movement will see a resurgence and will feature bold geometric shapes and sleek artistry in the architecture of the home.

“As we invest more in craftsmanship and attention detail, we find that decadent arches and bold floral displays are notable features of this trend,” says Paula. Expect deep purples, berries and jewel influenced tones, combined with rich and velvety textures.

Recharge – Self Care and Comfort

Shapeshifter – Transform and Adapt

“Relaxing at home will never go out of style, making interiors that reduce stress, calm and sooth a big trend for 2021. Recharge embodies balance and geometry with a need to create order through simplified structures and architectural references, such as circular shapes, cocoon-like spaces and the multi-functionality of our homes.

Additionally, beautiful botanicals, greys, blues and pastels will create an experience of tranquillity,” says Paula.

This trend will also reiterate the importance of our relationship with nature and the need to feel close to the outdoors due to the calmness it brings us.

As the name suggests, Shapeshifter is all about adapting to our surroundings. “For the past couple of years, we have been focused on achieving perfection in terms of our design styles, perfect shapes and neat interiors.

However, a year on from the outbreak of COVID-19 where we were all thrust back to basics, we can now look to embrace imperfection in the way we style our homes,” says Paula. A blend of glitchy elements and hallucinogenic features drive this trend which mixes deep purple tones with statement greens and grounding greys. “The divine elements of geometry combined with the wild and bold features of nature encapsulate a main trend of 2021,” adds Paula.

Once a major investment in a home’s look, wallpaper is now a design element that can be easily changed with the trends thanks to removable options, like Superfresco Easy. It’s ‘Paste the Wall’ technology allows homeowners and even renters alike to quickly put up wallpaper without the need for messy pasting tables and can be peeled off by hand without feat of ruining the wall beneath.

Superfresco Easy is available across Australia in Independent Hardware Group stores, with prices starting at RRP $60 per roll.

Authentic – Back to our Roots “In difficult times, we look to those we love, making social connection a powerful priority for home design in 2021. For many, injecting a sense of homeliness and togetherness, while embodying happier times into their spaces will be a must.

The Authentic trend recalls the rich and comforting earth tones of the decade is further reflected in the return of oblong shapes, velvet textures, geometric ornaments and kitsch, energetic patterns,” says Paula.

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Furniture with Profile Experienced and brand new, beautiful and distinctive, durable and comfortable. These are some of the unique qualities of the Retyred innovative range of furniture.

Retyred stands for furniture made from a constantly growing raw material – old tyres. Experienced and brand new, beautiful and distinctive, durable and comfortable, creating outstanding strong combinations.

Retyred shows brand new furniture with lots of experience.

Furniture with profile? Definitely – on the one hand, due to the character of the designs, and on the other hand, due to the raw material with which the team works – old tyres.

Founders Monica Corser and Bernie Kudernatsch have created a versatile collection of furniture which is characteristic in design, mature in production and extremely durable and comfortable in use.

BRAND NEW & WORN OUT Retyred impresses with round forms in its design, sensationally comfortable chairs with almost endless durability.

The “Teak and Tyre” product line, created by Monica Corser for the international market launch, with the first ever combination of teak wood with old tyres. This results in a very simple combination of two very durable raw materials, but the use of old tyres is no longer recognisable with the new designs often being mistaken for black leather, but with the comfort and flexibility and the up cycling of the rubber. “This has allowed us to explore a broader scope in the market” says Monica Corser 14 Home Scene - May 2021

We want to inspire people by designing, producing and marketing outstanding products using old tyres as our resource.

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Haymes Paint’s 86-year commitment to being 100% Australian owned, made and inspired The Australian Made Week Australia’s First Family of Paint proudly local and here to help One of the guiding principles of the iconic Haymes Paint is an ongoing commitment to remaining 100% Australian owned and made.

The family-owned business has built its exceptional reputation on its products and service, never taking shortcuts on either.

This year we are celebrating Australian businesses for the first annual Australian Made Week. The only remaining Australian made and owned paint manufacturer is one of these businesses. Haymes Paint produces high quality, award winning products that are tailored to Australian conditions.

Founded in Ballarat by Henry J Haymes in 1935, Haymes Paint is now in its 86th year of operation and family ownership. Third generation business owner and Haymes Paint Director Matt Haymes, fondly remembers a childhood growing up around the

Ballarat headquarters, even picking up shifts in the warehouses on school holidays.

Haymes Paint has been used by Australians for 86 years because it is innovative and progressive. The brand is constantly evolving, crafting new products - and colour palettes - to stay ahead of trends and ever-changing consumer preferences.

In a market that is now 90% foreign owned, Haymes Paint remains the only major Australian made and owned paint manufacturer left in Australia. It has committed to remaining Australian Made and Owned for as long as its customer, partners and team want them to be.

Reflecting on the brand’s rich and colourful history, Director Matt Haymes says: “my wife describes it best - it is the magic of family business that separates us from our competitors.

It’s not about shareholder value, profit, productivity and return on interest, it’s about people, families, communities and doing good things. COVID has reminded us why these things are so important.”

The magic of a family business

Anything else is un-Australian.

Made in Ballarat.

Owned in Australia.

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Add warmth with handcrafted concrete Established in a back yard shed, Cochrane Brothers have developed into an established business servicing the whole of the Northern Rivers and Surrounding areas.

renovators⁄builders?

Ryan: Our concrete products are versatilise and can be made to clients specific measurments including colours, thickness ect. Customer like having the option to customise their products to their exact preference.

Jay: Like Ryan said, Concrete is versatile and we know our customers like that aspect.

We also beieve customers want handcrafted products in their home over mass produced items.

There’s no doubt that concrete is an intrend product to add to your home and how lucky are we to have Cochrane Brothers delivering high quality products straight to our doors!

Owned and operated by two brothers Ryan and Jay Cochrane who both share a passion for handcrafted proucts, living and working in the Valley.

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You wouldn’t drink dirty water so why breathe in dirty air. With a hot and humid summer behind us, air conditioners have been working overtime and with winter around the corner and heating cycles being turned on now is the time to consider having your air conditioners professionally cleaned.

Your air conditioner may harbour harmful mould and bacteria causing irritations to occupants.

Apart from the health benefits, having your air conditioners regularly cleaned improves both the performance and efficiency of your air conditioner.

If you are looking for a reputable air conditioning cleaning business that provides a range of air conditioning cleaning and sanitising services, in a high-quality and affordable manner, then look no further than North Coast Air Care.

North Coast Air Care specialises in cleaning and sanitising wall mounted split systems

and window⁄box system air conditioners for domestic and commercial clients across the Clarence Valley and surrounding regions.

North Coast Air Care is 100% locally owned and operated.

Our services specialise in only cleaning air conditioners utilising safe cleaning products with a final application of a biostatic protective coating to the surface of the indoor evaporator coils.

This application provides up to 12 months residual protection to control and prevent mould, fungi and odour causing bacteria.

Each individual coil flush service takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to complete.

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What should you consider when choosing carpet for your bedroom?

When choosing carpet for any room in your home always consider your environment. Do you live in a sub-tropical climate with high humidity? In a rural or coastal setting?

These factors help to determine whether you should consider wool or synthetic carpet, cut or loop carpet pile and even the best carpet colour for the room.

As your bedroom is a place of rest and relaxation, a soft synthetic or wool carpet is

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ideal on a bedroom floor which doesn’t see huge amounts of wear and tear. Cut pile carpet tends to deliver a more deluxe soft feel underfoot than loop pile carpet There is also the luxurious comfort of the Cloud Walk collection, which is available in 20 divine colours in a twist or plush carpet pile. Stepping on to this heavenly synthetic carpet first thing in the morning will have you feel like you are still dreaming.

For stunning master bedrooms with floor

to ceiling windows, remember that light coloured carpet is cooler and dark coloured carpet is warmer, as it absorbs the heat from the sun. Keep the aspect of your master bedroom in mind when choosing new carpet.

If you would like to arrange a free, in-home measure and quote with your friendly Carpet Court consultant simply call in and see the team at Coulters Carpet Court or give them a call on 6646 8555.

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Tips to help make your bedroom more relaxing Your bedroom is your go-to place for rest and rejuvenation and to recharge your batteries for the day ahead.

When it comes to this indispensable space, the goal of creating a peaceful haven seems to be a central theme.

Remember that less is more The trend of minimalist living is also referred to as ‘values-based-living’. It’s a turn toward keeping only what you need⁄use, recycling and minimising waste and organising most efficiently.

The takeaway when it comes to your bedroom decor? Having a

cleaner and tidier space may help you feel like you can settle your mind better before sleep.

You may like to consider decluttering and organise your bedroom according to what is most practical. Stripping things back to a bed with a quality mattress, some bedside drawers and a few other straightforward storage solutions, like a tallboy, might be just the ticket. Pack away what you don’t need for a more refreshed bedroom overall.

Find an ideal position for your bed Have you heard about Feng-

Shui? Well you don’t have to be a Zen-Master to adopt at least a few of the values of this Eastern practice (which looks at the relationship between the flow of energy and the placement of objects in a living space). At the end of the day, it’s about creating a tranquil atmosphere that you feel might serve you best in getting some good quality sleep.

Accessibility - Your bed should be placed where it is easily accessed from both sides, if possible.

Bed Alignment - Try to avoid having your bed positioned direct-

ly in line with your bedroom door.

Away From Door - A great location for your bed is in the area farthest from your door.

Create an optimal furniture arrangement A minimalist approach and a Zen-based approach to living do take furniture arrangement into consideration. The general advice is to keep your items wellspaced. In creating adequate clearance and room for movement, it’s likely everything will look cleaner and “just-so”. You may also experience improved airflow.

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Given that you will spend at least a third of your life in bed, it makes sense to ensure your bed is comfortable and supportive, provides you with a good night’s rest and helps to prevent stiffness and soreness.

All SwissTek® mattresses feature seven dedicated posture zones, so that optimal support is delivered to every part of your body as you sleep.

Each zone has a different level of flexibility so it can respond to your body as it needs to. Every part of your body is supported by zones that allow for exceptional conformability to your body’s

curves, including targeted support to the lower back. This helps to provide correct spinal alignment and sleeping posture so your body gets the rest it needs and deserves. Body weight is distributed evenly across the mattress so that your entire body is supported, which results in pressure point reduction in the hip and shoulder areas, reducing tossing and turning for a more restful sleep.

Whether you prefer a firm, medium or soft mattress, if you’re looking for the perfect night’s sleep you must talk to the team at Coulters Beds R Us, Yamba. With years of experience in the bedding industry, they can advise you on which mattress is best for you and explain the benefits of the different styles of beds.

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The key to transforming your kitchen from boring to beautiful The finishing touch of any kitchen is perfect tapware For many Australians the kitchen is the central hub of activity in the home, it’s a functional space to congregate and evokes a feeling of comfort and togetherness.

Kitchen taps are one of the most used objects in the home and while their sturdiness and efficiency is imperative, flawless design is a vital finishing stylistic touch.

MAKE A STATEMENT. With so many designs and finishes to choose from, a kitchen tap can easily become the focal point for the room. Chrome tapware continues to be a versatile option for any look, while matte black finishes and accents make a confident and stylish statement. Black in particular creates a strong silhouette that accentuates modern angular shapes and more traditional embellished designs alike.

While the kitchen should focus predominantly on functionality, the space should also evolve to suit the needs of the homeowner and showcase cohesiveness with the general home design, offering simplicity and elegance as well as a powerful water experience.

PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE FOR THE HOME Kitchen taps are one of the most used aspects in the home and therefore upgrading efficiency and versatility is a must. Pull-down sink mixers are extremely useful and provide a touch of modernity to any kitchen. Inspired by industrial and commercial kitchens, these task-focused mixers deliver a higher degree of moveability in and around the sink with an extendable hose for spray flexibility. Designed to enhance not only the kitchen space, but also the homeowner’s lifestyle, the Methven

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FOLLOW THE CURVE While sharp, geometric forms have ruled interior spaces in the past couple of years, trends are now shifting toward curves, and rounded edges. This softer look helps relax angular modern home designs and embodies the flowing experience of water. Embracing elegant, rounded shapes found in enduring Italian design, the Methven Minimalist

Culinary Gaston Pull Down Sink Mixer features the latest in tapware innovation and design, with the versatility of a pull-out or pull-down spray option. For a more discreet option, the Methven Culinary Urban Pull Out Sink Mixer disguises the pull-out spout with either chrome or black accents, adding a touch of personality to the tapware.

MAKE A STATEMENT With so many designs and finishes to choose from, a kitchen tap can easily become the focal point for the room. Chrome tapware continues to be a versatile option for any look,

Gooseneck Sink Mixer flaunts graceful curved lines with intersecting cylinders creating a sturdy yet graceful base, enhancing any kitchen with its minimal design and organic curves. For those who don’t want to abandon angular design completely, the Methven Waipori Swivel Sink Mixer offers strong linear shapes with subtly tapered edges for bold modern aesthetics.

Attractive, slimline and compact, this single lever sink mixer hosts clever 360 rotation to ensure effortless integration into any kitchen.

while matte black finishes and accents make a confident and stylish statement. Black in particular creates a strong silhouette that accentuates modern angular shapes and more traditional embellished designs alike.

While the kitchen should focus predominantly on functionality, the space should also evolve to suit the needs of the homeowner and showcase cohesiveness with the general home design, offering simplicity and elegance as well as a powerful water experience.

Methven tapware is available from Tradelink Plumbling Supplies

How safe is your home?

Crimsafe is the strongest security screen on the market; providing you with the ultimate safety and security for your home with many other benefits.

Crimsafe products also have an extended warranty of up to 15 years. Image Windows & Doors caters for all domestic and commercial customers and has been a Crimsafe licensee for almost 15 years.

As your local authorised Crimsafe licensee in the Clarence Valley Image Windows and Doors cover the Clarence Valley as well as most of the Northern Rivers.

In today’s modern world it is more important than ever to protect your family and home from intruders. A way that you can ensure security for your family is by installing security screens on your windows and doors.

Crimsafe believe that when it comes to the safety of you and your family, there should be no compromise.

Crimsafe is the strongest security screen on the market; providing you with the ultimate safety and security for your home with many other benefits.

With a flexible range of products and styles, there will be a Crimsafe option to suit your home perfectly.

The product range of Crimsafe includes doors, windows, emergency exits, patio and outdoor enclosures, cyclone debris protection and bushfire protection.

The features and benefits of Crimsafe include strong security, fresh air and breezes, energy efficiency, unhindered views, fall protection from heights, insect protection, storm and cyclone

protection, fire protection.

Crimsafe products also have an extended warranty of up to 15 years.

As well as providing your home with the best security that is available on the market, Crimsafe is a great way to add value to your home.

Image Windows and Doors business owner Neil Mactavish has more than 30 years of industry experience and can provide you with the right professional advice on the products that will suit your needs.

Image Windows & Doors caters for all domestic and commercial customers and has been a Crimsafe licensee for almost 15 years.

As your local authorised Crimsafe licensee in the Clarence Valley Image Windows and Doors cover the Clarence Valley as well as most of the Northern Rivers.

For an obligation free quote and advice call the friendly team and helpful staff on 6643 3373 or call into the showroom at 170 North Street, Grafton.

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Lovely Lilac Cult locker brand, Mustard Made, recently announced the latest addition to its locker rainbow - LILAC.

The cool-toned, pastel shade perfectly complements Mustard’s signature colour palette, making all your pale purple dreams come true.

“Our lilac is fresh and sophisticated; it brings a sense of tranquility to any space, while still providing a fun pop of colour,” said Mustard Made co-founder Becca Stern. “Blush has been a huge colour trend, and lilac is the next evolution within our powdery, pastel palette. With under-

tones of blue it delivers the perfect cooler-toned option to brighten up your home or office as we move into the cooler months.”

Lilac is now available across the entire Mustard Made locker family, as well as The Baskets and The Hangers via www.mustardmade.com.

TOP TIPS FOR INTRODUCING A LITTLE LILAC IN YOUR LIFE Pastels are a huge interiors trend right now, and whether it’s a single statement piece, or adding a new hue to your powdery rainbow palette, our new lilac is a fantastic way to get the pastel look in your life. Here are some top tips for introducing lilac in your home or workspace: Get the ‘insta-fabulous’ fairy floss look by pairing lilac with a rainbow of other pastels.

Feel a bit hesitant about introducing new colours?

Lilac is youthful and fun, making it the perfect colour to introduce into a kids room, either as a wardrobe (try The Twinny) or bedsides (try The Shorty) Confident with colour? Add lilac into an already colourful space to bring a sense of peace and calm. Match lilac with white and blush for a pale, powdery palette.

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Let us help make your next renovation problem free For the serious tradesman or do it yourself renovators, we have the full range of products which will provide you with all your solutions for water, solar and gas. It’s no surprise Williams are part of Australia’s leading independent supplier of bathroom and plumbing products.

Harmony Bathroomware is a supplier of quality bathroom, kitchen and laundry fixtures, from bathroom and kitchen mixer taps, traditional tapware, bathroom accessories, showers and bath outlets and more.

The Harmony Bathroomware range can inspire you to create your signature touch.

Williams Group Grafton, located at 14 Swallow Road, South Grafton, has a dedicated showroom for bathroom and kitchen products.

In our showroom you will see all the latest styles and trends displayed, allowing you to visualise and plan your next building or renovation project in air conditioned comfort.

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What should you consider when

Thinking of buying or selling property in NSW?

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buying a home WHAT IS CONVEYANCING? Put simply, conveyancing is the legal side of transferring ownership of a property⁄title from one entity to another. It encompasses all document preparation from when a property is listed for sale until a settlement is completed and confirming the final financial transaction.

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GUIDING YOU THROUGH YOUR NEXT PROPERTY SALE OR PURCHASE WITH EASE

For most people, buying a home is often a once in a life-time decision. When they decide to buy, they probably have little idea of all the ins and outs of the entire process. It’s hard to know exactly where to turn for good sound advice.

Most people will openly discuss with their parents, their friends, their work colleagues etc. While you may get some great ideas from talking to these people, they may not be necessarily up to date or as well informed as trained professionals who specialise in conveyancing. It is important to remember that this is probably the biggest financial transaction you have undertaken and the advice that you receive (or more particularly the wrong advice) will probably affect your life for a long time to come.

WHAT TYPE OF ADVICE SHOULD YOU GET? There is really no one person who can help you with every aspect of the transaction and the best advice we can give you is to seek specialist advice in each of the following areas.

Financial advice – When buying a house you will be exposed to financial risks and

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you should talk to someone who is trained and experienced in financial matters.

Mortgage advice – There are many different loan products available on the market and the one that suits you better than the rest may not be that you have always dealt with. It is always a good idea to seek advice from a reputable mortgage broker.

Legal advice – There are a number of legal pitfalls in property transactions - Licensed Conveyancers are specialists, in Property Law, that is what they do. Your Licensed Conveyancer will describe the terms of the contract to you, they will help you negotiate terms that are more favourable to you and they will ensure that you are aware of your own obligations as well as ensuring the other party to the transaction honours their obligations. Most importantly they will discuss with you the characteristics of the property that you are buying, which may not be exactly what you thought it was.

Building quality advice – Since the Seller does not have to admit to you to quality defects, you should get advice from a profession as to those defects, if any. This is to ensure that you know what you are getting into before you buy it.

For an obligation free quote, contact the team at Conveyancing By Karen or visit our website www. conveyancingbykaren.com.au.

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ENJOY THE UNBEATABLE AMBIENCE OF A REAL WOOD FIRE

Jindara has an expansive range of high quality woodheaters in styles to suit every home and provide families with a vibrant heat source that can be counted upon during the peak of winter.

When you purchase a Jindara, you are investing in a high-quality Australian made product that is

built to last and your purchase is backed up by industry-leading after sales service and support.

Choose from traditional flat and bay window, or modern slim line and dual-door heating options. Jindara offer a range of installation options using our Zero Clearance Cabinets and ThroughWall Kits.

The Solar Shop are suppliers of Australian Designed and Manufactured Wood Heaters.

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NEW LOOK, NEW ADDRESS

After many years of catering to the flooring needs of the Yamba community and surrounding areas, owners, Sue and Roger, have decided to create a fresh face for their business.

Yamba Flooring Xtra has relocated to 72 Yamba Road, Yamba to open a brand-new showroom!

The store location may have changed, but the welcoming atmosphere they have always provided in their showroom will stay the same.

Fully equipped with product samples, the spacious showroom design displays an extensive flooring range and creates a fabulous browsing experience for their customers.

Whether you are searching for hard flooring, hybrid, vinyl or carpet they have the products and knowledge to offer suggestions

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and advice based on your lifestyle, budget and home aesthetic.

To add the finishing touches to your home build or renovation, they also offer blinds and plantation shutters.

Sue and Roger strive to go above and beyond their customer’s expectations, providing excellent service from browsing through to installation. As a small family business, they understand the importance of supporting your community. They are a passionate team and are regularly involved in sponsorships and local advertising projects to support the locals in their area.

To show your support in return, visit the new showroom at 72 Yamba Road, Yamba or contact the fabulous Xtra team on 6646 8501 or at yamba@flooringxtra.com.au.

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WE BUILD MORE THAN JUST SHEDS Clarence Coast Constructions, we are one of the largest Shed Building Teams in the Clarence Valley, with a team of 20 we are your Local, one stop Construction Shop.

Being an accredited Ranbuild Dealer, we can design, supply, and construct your shed all in-house. We are a full team of multi-skilled labourers with years of experience, dedicated to completing your project. Whether it is a small garage or patio cover, or a large industrial building.

We can do the lot, including Commercial Buildings.

We pride ourselves on completing all stages of the Ranbuild project. We can help you with the planning and design and complete the

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Council documents and submit your applications. Complete the Earthworks, concrete and Build.

We also have a team to Complete Residential Construction works. From new and replacement Decks and Bathroom renovations right through to complete Custom New House Builds! We can complete the project to lock up or Turn-key! Depending on your project needs.

Come in and see the team at Clarence Coast Constructions to book in a free measure and Quote for Your next Project.

THE BEAUTY OF TIMBER Clarence Valley business Teal Windows is a premier manufacturer of timber windows and doors where quality, craftsmanship and tradition combine.

Located in South Grafton, Teal manufactures an extensive range of timber windows and doors in all standard sizes and specialises in the design and manufacture of custom sized timber windows and doors.

Teal works closely with Architects, Builders and Property Owners to create beautiful, functional and distinctive products for contemporary, architectural, commercial, heritage and renovation projects.

Their products are delivered throughout NSW and often to other states. Local examples of their work can be seen in projects such as the Clocktower Hotel

and Grafton Hotel in Grafton, Pullens Centre Grafton, Thai Payu Restaurant Yamba, Paradiso Restaurant Yamba, Gather’s entry door Yamba to name a few as well as many residences throughout the Clarence.

Teal is committed to promoting sustainable development and environmentally sustainable forest practices. Everything they do has an environmental focus; from their products to their processes, they are committed to ensuring that they do their part to preserve the natural environment. Only FSC certified timber is sourced and every aspect of the design and production process is focused on minimising or eliminating waste, and ensuring that their operations have a minimal carbon footprint.

Teal Windows has been operating for 27 years and is owned and operated by Dion and Liz Wilkes who employ local apprentices that work closely with their craftsmen to ensure the future of the trade. They are focused on preserving traditional methods, ensuring that these precious skills

are passed onto the next generation. Teal strives to keep manufacturing and jobs in Australia.

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Picking Perfect Pots for Container Gardening Melissa King, Horticulturalist and Northcote Pottery Ambassador shares top tips to choose suitable outdoor pots for your garden Beautiful sunny winter’s days are a great time to spruce up tired gardens, terraces and alfresco areas ready for the summer months. A quick way to give an outdoor room a new look is with a stylish, functional container gardening pot. Unfortunately, research shows that 61% of consumers can’t distinguish indoor pots from outdoor ones1 .

“Picking the right pot isn’t just about style and design, it’s also important to consider the functionality of the pot and how you’ll

Terracotta Italian terracotta pots are a timeless addition to the garden with their warm, earthy look and feel and they go with just about anything. Terracotta pots are porous, allowing air and water to pass through the walls of the pot, so they are an ideal choice for dry-loving herbs such as rosemary and oregano or Mediterranean style plants like geraniums and lavender. You can even paint them to express your potted personality.

Terracotta pots are suitable for most areas of Australia, just be aware that they can be vulnerable to cold weather and may crack in extreme conditions.

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Lightweight Lightweight pots are made from a combination of fibreclay, glass reinforced cement and fibreglass so, they’re tough and light enough to manoeuvre, even when full of potting mix and plants. They are an ideal choice for city dwellers or renters, particularly those who like to chop and change their potted displays. Look out for Northcote Pottery’s Wave Pots in Drum or Cylinder shapes, which combine style and functionality. With this collection, you get the look and style of a decorative clay pot without the weight.

Alternatively, the Northcote Pottery PrimoLITE collection is perfect if you want the glazed look without the weight. The range is made from high-density resin, so they are light, tough, UV resistant and hold their vibrant colour.

be using it in your garden,” says Melissa King, Horticulturalist and Northcote Pottery Ambassador.

“Outdoor pots are designed with holes in the bottom to allow the potting mix to drain freely. On the other hand, cache or cover pots don’t have a hole at the bottom, so the plant is placed inside the cover pot in the original black plastic pot. Plants need to be removed before watering to allow water to drain completely.

Consider self-watering options if you want to make watering your container garden simple.”

Here, Melissa shares the main features to consider when choosing different pots for your container gardening needs.

Self-watering If you have a small space and like your potted garden to be ‘easy-care’, then self-watering pots are the way to go. With a self-watering system, plants can access water as they need it and in most designs the overflow hole

drains away any excess. These pots also help to retain nutrients and reduce watering time.

Another advantage of self-watering pots is that moisture doesn’t sit on the foliage, so there is less chance of fungal disease.

THE FUTURE IS HERE Maintaining a green and healthy lawn can be a challenge.

It’s a time-consuming task, especially in warmer climates where grass grows quickly and requires cutting more than once a week. You want to keep your garden clean and tidy, but you don’t want to spend all your summer cutting grass and weeds.

The era of automation is upon us. We’ve come a long way from hourglasses and mechanical watches. Robotic lawn mowers may look like machines straight from the future, but they’ve actually been around for 25 years now, starting with the revolutionary Husqvarna Solar Mower.

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Husqvarna Automower® works hard day and night so that you won’t have to. They use advanced technology to keep your lawn cut and healthy. They are easy to set up and even easier to operate. Once they get going, they effectively require zero supervision.

They operate in all weather and are very quiet. The batteries last longer and offer optimised performance. By not generating direct emissions, they also contribute to a better environment for all. Multiple safety and security measures keep you safe—and your Automower® in your garden.

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Taking Colour Outside In a post-pandemic-world colour has taken on new meaning in our daily lives – in interiors, clothing, homewares and even exteriors. We are looking to our home to provide a welcoming sanctuary of safety and calm, a retreat from the anxieties and threats of the outside world – and this starts with the exterior.

While interiors have adopted a more serene, cocooning ambience, a similar transformation has begun on homes’ exteriors with Wattyl reporting a spike in interest in three distinct colour palettes for homes, both modern and traditional.

According to Wattyl the most popular colour palette for urban dwellings – both modern and more conventional weatherboard homes – will be a mix of warm, from the deep green grey of Wattyl Dundee to the beautiful

weathered timber hue of Botany Grey and the soft, silvery grey of Dewkist (this latter primarily being used for trims). Together they create a sense of solidity and security, both welcoming and reassuring.

The love of blues for coastal homes will persist says Wattyl, although the post-Covid-19 palette of blues has a distinctly mellow grey undertone. The predominant hue is a steely blue in Wattyl Phantom Grey with the contrast of Greystoke being a perfectly balanced, mid tone blue⁄grey. The freshness of Strauss White forms the perfect contrast for trims and balustrades. The combination of colours in this palette feel soft and warming – an important factor in the current clime.

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Earthy tones are gaining rapid popularity in both the home and in fashion

Earthy tones are gaining rapid popularity in both the home and in fashion, with the warm browns of Wattyl’s Teriyaki, Golden Clay and Warm Sand hitting the spot in terms of stand-alone colours as well as being used in

combination.

The deeper brown of Teriyaki and the mid-brown Golden Clay, when used on a building’s exterior, create a sense of unity with the earth, providing a closer link to nature and a comforting familiarity.

The Wattyl brand is an icon of Australian history, founded here in 1915 and most famous for its Solagard exterior paint, specifically designed for the harsh Australian weather conditions.

It is still the brand most favoured by the Australian consumer in terms of ease of application and durability, according to the latest Canstar Blue review 2020 (https:⁄⁄www.canstarblue.com.au⁄home-garden⁄paint) – qualities that are backed by its 15 year warranty against flaking, peeling and blistering.

Wattyl Solagard offers excellent aesthetics and protection for concrete, timber, masonry and metal building-exteriors in finishes that range from Ultra Premium Gloss to Low Sheen, Masonry Matt and Satin. There are also

Solagard Ready Render and Natural Stone finishes.

Wattyl Solagard Total Protection Technology provides complete protection against cracking, peeling, blistering and flaking. Its high performance polymers and durable pigments provide resistance again chalking and colour fading in extremes of sun and weather while its powerful formula inhibits the growth of mould and mildew.

Apply just two coats for previously painted surfaces and three for bare timber. This self-priming paint will be surface dry in 30 minutes and can be recoated after two hours. The paint will be fully cured in seven days (these times are subject to prevailing weather conditions).

One litre of Solagard covers approximately 16m2 – clean-up is in cold water.

Wattyl Solagard exterior paint is available nationally from Wattyl Paint Centres and Yamba Mitre 10.

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THE NATURAL LOOK OF TIMBER - DIY floor sanding

Bring your old timber floor back to life and give your rooms a whole new look.

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THE SANDING PROCESS STEP 1: DRUM FLOOR SANDER Always use the drum sander first as this machine will sand the main floor area prior to using the edge sander for corners and skirting boards. Check across the floor with a straight edge or ruler to see if the floorboards are “Cupped” or uneven (see image).

If this is the case, you will need to sand diagonally at a 45 degrees angle to level the floor before sanding with the grain.

Always start sanding with a fine grit belt (80 to 120 grit). If you find you need to remove more timber, you can always fit a coarse belt (24 to 40 grit).

Tip: if starting with a 24 or 40 grit belt, never skip a grade in the sanding process, you must use all grits available before finishing with a 120 grit belt.

To install the abrasive belt on the Drum Sander, grab the handles and tip the machine on its left side to expose the drum guard clip, open the clip and

guard. Inspect the sanding drum for any damage such as chunks of rubber missing or extremely uneven wear across the surface.

Note: a damaged Drum will not sand properly and cause a poor finish on the floor. Install abrasive belt ensuring it covers the Drum completely.

Ensure you have closed and secured the guard properly and tip the machine back onto its wheels.

Tip: Always start on the right-hand side of the room as this will allow you to operate the Drum sander closer to the skirting boards and minimise edging (unless you are making a 45-degree angled cut on uneven floors).

Tip the machine back onto its rear wheels. Start the machine by pressing the on⁄off switch firmly to the ‘I” position. Now move the floor sander slowly forward and at the same time release the

pressure on the control handles to gently lower it so that the drum comes into contact with the floor.

Tip: Change the sanding belt regularly as a clogged or worn sanding belt will damage your floor and can damage the sanding drum.

Guide the floor sander in a straight line at a slow walking pace. Do not force or hold the floor sander back. Allow the machine to do the work and always move at an even pace.

At the end of the pass while still moving forward tilt the floor sander back so that the sanding drum comes clear of the floor.

Now moving backwards lower the floor sander again and pull

it backwards over the area just sanded moving at a steady even pace. At the end of the sanding pass and while still moving backwards tilt the floor sander back so once again the sanding drum comes clear of the floor.

Move the machine over so that it overlaps the area just sanded by 5cm and start to sand the next pass until completed.

When two thirds of the floor is sanded, turn the floor sander around starting on the right-hand wall again and sand the remaining third the same way (see diagram).

Warning: never bounce the sanding drum or dwell in one place as this will sand dips and hollows in the floor.

STEP 2: EDGE FLOOR SANDER The edge sander is used for sanding along the edges of the floor and the areas that could not be reached with the Drum sander.

Start the edger with the disc off the floor and then lower the disc to the floor as you move. Work progressively using a sweeping motion from side to side.

Tip: You must hold your thumb on the switch to operate. If you release pressure on the switch, it will automatically return to the OFF position.

To replace the sanding disc, disconnect from the power sup-

ply and tip the edger upside down and rest the machine on its handles. Remove the T bar wrench from the clips inside the machine and remove the bolt and washer from the centre of the sanding disc.

Tip: use the same grit sandpaper as used with the drum sander (don’t skip a grade).

For corners that can’t be reached you can use a sanding block or scrapper. Ensure you vacuum the floor thoroughly to remove as much sanding dust as possible.

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STEP 3: ORBITAL FLOOR SANDER The orbital floor sander is designed for re-finishing, sanding between coats of floor finish, parquetry floors and sanding decks.

To operate the machine, hold the handles with both hands and depress the foot pedal with your right foot to lower the handle (see image). Switch on by holding your thumb on the ON position of the switch, if you release the switch, it will automatically return to the OFF position.

To fit an abrasive sheet, make sure the handle is locked in the upright position and tip the sander backwards to ensure it rests on the dust bag frame. The red or maroon abrasive pad must be

fitted to the machine. If it looks worn or damaged it must be replaced.

Peel the backing off the abrasive sheet (grit range is 40, 60, 80, 120 and 180) and stick the sheet onto the abrasive pad. Turn the knob at the bottom of the dust bag frame to lower it to the ground and fit a disposable paper dust bag to the sander. Install from bottom to top (see image).

Tip: for the perfect finish sand between the 1st and 2nd coats of floor finish with a 120 or 180 grit abrasive.

Once all sanding is completed vacuum the floor thoroughly before applying any floor coating.

Floor sanding equipment is extremely expensive. Hiring the equipment from hire companies such as Grafton Hire can make the floor sanding process much more affordable.

Grafton Hire is located at 71 Spring St, South Grafton or you can call them on 6643 2878

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Why is it important to mulch your garden?

Thinking of a beautiful freshly mulched garden; organic mulch not only adds beauty to any garden landscape, it is also essential to the overall health of both your soil and plants.

Mulching plays an important part in soil management; it helps to maintain an even temperature, minimises weed growth and helps to maintain moisture in the soil.

The breakdown of organic mulches such as tea tree mulch also helps to release nutrients into the soil to keep it fertile. Tea tree mulch adds a fresh and natural feel to your garden, while stimulating fast growth of your plants and crops.

A generous application of mulch can also help to fill in any holes that you may have

in your garden and discourage weeds from taking root.

MI Organics have a selection of garden mulch supplies available, for both home and gardens and commercial landscape projects alike.

They also carry a wide range of landscaping supplies which are available at their two Clarence Valley retail outlets in Grafton and Townsend, as well as their outlets in Woolgooga and Coffs Harbour.

You can’t go past their full range of organic soils, mulches, composts, sands, manures and extensive range of pebbles – a range which is updated regularly. MI Organics offer the best range of gardening and landscaping products at competitive prices in the Clarence Valley.

Landscape Supplies Pine Bark • Wood Chip • Tea Tree Mulch • Cypress Mulch • Sands • Poultry Manure • Organic Super Soil • Top Dressing • Decorative Gravels • Organic Compost • Potting Mix • Cow Manure & many more

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Create Your Own Sanctuary

Rowan Stanfield has been designing, building and renovating swimming pools for over twenty years.

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mendations of past clients and he prides himself on upholding the excellent reputation they have in the pool construction industry.

Clarence Valley Mineral Pools are a true family business and the family is passionate about what they do and pride themselves on their excellent reputation, customer service and superior workmanship.

Give Rowan a call on 0423 760 004 and talk to him about installing your new pool or email him on info@clarencevalleymineralpools.

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It’s estimated that 2 million Aussie families have already installed solar power systems to save money on their energy bills.

Many households today fill their available roof space with panels to generate as much power as possible. However, these larger systems can produce more power than the household needs (especially during the weekdays), and this excess power is then fed back to the grid, often for little financial return.

The Solahart PowerStore is designed to work with your solar power system, providing an alternate cost-effective storage solution to batteries.

The Solahart PowerStore system monitors your solar power production and identifies when

excess solar energy is available. It then diverts this surplus energy to heat water, rather than all excess energy fed back into the grid.

With a much lower up-front cost compared to a solar battery, it makes energy storage more affordable for Aussie families. Put simply, Solahart PowerStore is like a battery, in that it stores excess power – only it’s in the form of hot water. This is a huge innovation for the renewable energy market.

It also helps reduce the amount of grid energy used to heat water, given that 25% of your household energy is typically used for electric water heating.

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Expert tips on adding value to your property and your lifestyle

With access to nature on our doorsteps, it’s no surprise that Australian’s love spending time outside. An increasing demand to enjoy outdoor living at home has turned the humble backyard into an al fresco lifestyle dream.

Homeowners investing in this multi-functional space are finding it offers a variety of benefits that provide a long-term contribution to their property investment and, more importantly, their lifestyle.

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Creative outdoor rooms provide an additional entertainment space as well as a fun environment for children to play safely. Marrying the indoors and out with clever decking, whether it be a smaller side deck, pool decking or a big, classic back verandah, provides a seamless transition between these two spaces. If you plan it right, this new space will become the favourite area for family and friends to reconnect.

Australia’s leading timber experts, Big River Group of Grafton, provide some helpful tips on choosing a deck and making the most of your outdoor space.

FIRSTLY, CHECK IF YOU NEED APPROVAL As with most home improvements, before you set about installing a new deck it’s a good idea to investigate whether or not you’ll need council approval.

Create your own private oasis Think of your outdoor space as a blank canvas.

Installing a timber deck will allow the area to be used in most weather conditions. Considering

your deck’s purpose will help you decide its size.

How many people will it need to accommodate, and will you be adding a barbecue, furniture, and some pots?

“Look for timbers that are designed for exterior use, remembering, the better quality the materials, the greater the longevity of your deck. There are two choices when selecting the best timber for a deck: softwood or hardwood. The decision is dependent on budget, required lifespan and quality of finish,” says John Lorente, General Manager, Big River Group. “Spotted Gum and Merbau are the most common hardwood decking options in Australia and, with regular maintenance, should last 20 plus years.

Treated pine is the preferred softwood option and is a good value option.”

When deciding on the timber, colour, texture and the environment can play an important role.

Durable hardwoods are easy to stain or oil to complement an outdoor colour scheme or can be left raw to create a nat-

ural, weathered look. Merbau timber requires much less maintenance than some other hardwoods and is known for its beautiful rich reddish colour and wavy grain design, as well as its high usability, resistance to termites and resilience.

Australian native Spotted Gum gradually turns a golden light brown through to chocolate brown as it matures, depending upon the type of Spotted Gum chosen. Spotted Gum also has an attractive grain structure with knots and growth lines, as well as minimal shrinkage which all add to its popularity.

If your home is located in a bushfire-prone area, consider Merbau and Spotted Gum timber which are both bushfire resistant and suitable for use in many bushfire prone areas up to BAL 29, as set out under Australian Standard AS3959.

Treated pine is a sustainable and prolific outdoor decking option that can be painted or stained to match any colour

MAXIMISE SPACE AND ADD VALUE From a relaxing sanctuary to a pool area, decking is a great opportunity to transform forgotten or underutilised areas into useful spaces. When located at the front of the property, a deck can make a grand entrance as well as wrap-around additional living space. If you don’t have a lot of space in your backyard, you can always build up or out, and create a raised entertaining area.

“Utilising outdoor rooms as an extension of your interior spaces, increases the amount of enjoyment you’ll likely get from your place, however, not all backyards are created equal in terms of available space. The key to

scheme, unlike other woods that only showcase certain colours well.

Additional considerations when choosing your timber type include the location of the deck at your home. Darker coloured decks will absorb heat from the sun, so if your deck is on the south side of your house, a dark coloured floor can make it very difficult to use the deck during the afternoon and early evening in summer, soit may be wise to opt for a lighter deck colour instead of a darker one. A covered deck is a way to create some shade and prevent your deck's surface from overheating during the summer.

Muddy footprints and stains from kids and pets are another thing to think about when choosing your deck. Mud, dirt, and stains are easier to see on lighter coloured decks. So, if you have pets, young children, or both, a darker coloured deck may be a better option.

ACCESSORISE TO GET THE LOOK A top tip for maximising the enjoyment factor of the outdoor environment is to create comfort by selecting the right outdoor furniture and accessories. The key criteria are; using products that are made for the outdoors, creating connection between the pieces that stimulate conversation and togetherness, and lastly,

selecting settings that are the right size for your space. A great option for entertaining is blending formal tables and chairs with informal seating like garden walls with benches on top. It creates extra spaces and allows you to adjust your entertaining for the occasion.

Add finishing touches such as outdoor rugs and cushions that can easily be changed each year to keep the space looking fresh.

unlocking the potential of your yard is creative thinking,” says Lorente. “If your yard is sloped and you aren’t using every available square metre, you’re sitting on valuable wasted space. Use decking to create terrace areas or install timber garden beds to bring a lively element into what would be otherwise dead space.”

“Outdoor renovations such as decks, don’t just make sense from a daily living standpoint, they’re also a great way to add value to your home. An outdoor living area that leads off the indoor entertaining area can make a big difference to value, with the Cost Vs. Value Report estimating 75% return on investment.”

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Our local TRADIES BIG RIVER GARAGE DOORS John Solonynka

OWNER Local B&D Dealer Servicing Grafton to Iluka & surrounding areas

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• We deep clean your carpets (Steam Cleaning) • Upholstery Cleaning • Free Deodorising • Professional Window Cleaning (Incl tracks & screens) • Exterior House Washing (Mould & mildew removed) • Pressure Cleaning (Driveways, Paths, Patios) • Pensioner Discounts

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GET RID OF CREEPY CRAWLIES Keep your home free of creepy crawlies the efficient, affordable way with Yamba Pest Control.

Servicing the area from Grafton to Iluka, our expert exterminators provide thorough pest treatments for commercial as well as residential clients. You can count on our fully licensed and insured team to rid your home of: Ants, Cockroaches, Spiders, Fleas, Mosquitos, Beetles, Rodents (rats,mice, etc.), Silverfish, Bed bugs, Moths Our Yamba exterminators have the most efficient products at their disposal to rid your home of infestation while keeping disrup-

tion to a bare minimum.

In addition to pest eradication, we also offer relocation for marsupials, pythons and non-venomous snakes, lizards, honey bees (though we can poison bees as a last resort and only if relocation is not possible) Discover why we are the pest control experts local customers prefer. Discounts for senior citizens are available, and our prices start from just $99.

In addition to Yamba, we service Grafton, Maclean and surrounding villages.

Call us today to rid your home of creepy crawlies.

You’ve finally found the house of your dreams... well almost.

The interior is perfect, but the brick exterior leaves a lot to be desired. Don’t despair. Render it.

Here are five great reasons for rendering your home.

• The most obvious reasons to get a cement render is that it immediately adds to the value of your property.

• It helps to improve the appearance of your home.

• A coat of render on the walls can provide better insulation.

This insulation allows the heating or the cooling to remain intact and not escape through the walls.

• It helps improve the durability of the walls. External walls are under constant exposure to the elements. Wind, water and sunlight can weather the walls and cause them to crumble over a period of time.

• Cement rendering also tends to be a great deal more affordable than other rendering options and materials.

P & L Cureton are experts in cement rendering and are more than happy to provide advice if you are considering rendering.

Give Paul a call today on 0417 675 822 or 6642 5915.

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Upgrade your garage door, update your home..

In many cases your garage door takes up a large portion of your home’s facade, it can also be the first thing starting to look dated and an old garage door can really start to stand out for the wrong reasons.

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A new garage door is the ultimate way to give your home an affordable, modern facelift and improve the street appeal whilst increasing your homes value. In terms of property value updating your garage door can give you a great ROI. In addition to being a home improvement project that is affordable and makes an instant impact to your home’s exterior, upgrading your garage door can have other benefits such as; • Improved street appeal • Additional security • Improved energy efficiency • Savings on the cost of main-

• Increased property value We have a range of garage door types, available in a wide range of colours, textures and patterns to compliment all home types. We also specialise in custom doors and non-standard doors and projects.

We consider your garage door a long-term investment, so we only supply quality doors and openers and we take our time and ensure every door is installed to ensure optimal life and performance. If you live on the coast, we also have coastal upgrade packages to help ensure your door looks great for many years to come.

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GET YOUR HOME LOOKING GREAT WITH YAMBA READY HIRE

Call in and meet Kev and Sonya the owners of Yamba Ready Hire.

Kev and Sonya are ready to help you with all your DIY hire needs. Both Kev and Sonya can you help you with the right equipment for the job at hand.

As the weather cools down it’s a great time to think about cleaning those indoor tiles, or why not give your carpets a freshen up.

Yamba Ready Hire have carpet cleaners, pressure cleaners,

floor sanders, hedge trimmers, lawn aerators and whipper snippers for hire to get your home and garden looking great for those cool nights around your firepit.

They also have a scissor lift and cherry picker so you can get up high to clean the cobwebs and gutters.

As an added bonus you can pick up your weekend hire equipment any time after lunch (if available) on Friday and only pay for one day (return Monday morning).

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your winter heater?

That’s no problem for Yamba Ready Hire as they have swap and go gas bottles so you can get back to enjoying your outdoor entertaining area all year round.

If you want to get your home in tip top shape call into Yamba Ready Hire today for all the equipment that you may need for that DIY job.

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Saving you more with smarter energy solutons Solarworx, your local experts since 2007 The team at Solarworx will design and install a solar power system to suit you. We install systems for homes and businesses from 1kW to 100kW. Solarworx Northern Rivers also offer customers with existing systems, a recommended 5-year report. This includes panel cleaning and a report by a CEC accredited electrician to ensure your solar system is operating safely, correctly and efficiently. Should you need a service the friendly and helpful team at Solarworx Northern Rivers are ready to take your call. Solarworx is an Australian owned business with an Australia based support team. As an exclusive agent for Ecosmart solar hot water, we supply and install the Invincible range of solar hot water systems.

Ecosmart’s unique combination of high STC values and comprehensive warranties provides you with one of Australia’s top performing solar hot water systems. This means with a combination of solar power and solar hot water, you’ll not only reduce your impact on the environment but also save money on your energy bills ow and into the future. That’s a little ray of sunshine we all can use. Call today on 02 6646 3140 or email info@solarworx. com.au. Finance options are available.

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CLARENCE VALLEY GETS ITS SCRAP TOGETHER! Clarence Valley residents are close to the best in NSW when it comes to recycling their food waste according to audits conducted by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE).

CVC volunteered to test the Let’s Get Our Scrap Together campaign to get more food waste out of the red lid bin and into the green. Having a kerbside food waste recycling service already had the Clarence up there amongst the better recyclers in NSW, but Council hoped this campaign would see us become leaders.

The campaign was developed by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) to support its kerbside collection program. It follows research that showed on average only about half the available food waste was being correctly disposed of in the green lid FOGO (Food Organics and Garden Organics) bin.

The research found the two main reasons people didn’t use the green lid bin to its full potential was because they didn’t know what happened to the food waste once it was recycled, and they didn’t realise that all scraps including dairy, meat, bones and fish could be put in the green bin.

The campaign highlighted all the benefits of food waste recycling, including how it

gets turned into compost and returned to farms and how its takes everything, even mouldy cheese, Yamba prawn heads and Wooli oyster shells!

The results of bin audits conducted before and after the program were compared to determine the success of the campaign.

The ambitious goal was to get all the food that is currently being wasted in the red lid bin disposed of in the green bin instead. As a community we were exceptional, increasing our food waste recovery by 13% from 69% to 82%. Well done Clarence Valley, what a mighty effort.

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The early bird gets the air conditioner!

Don’t leave your decision until the last minute – now is the perfect time to add a unit, upgrade an older system, or install your very first air conditioner and see what you’ve been missing.

With summers predicted to become longer and hotter, and bush fires increasing in frequency and intensity, reliable air conditioning is more important than ever.

With a Daikin air conditioner your family will be comfortable and you will have the peace of mind knowing the air they breathe is filtered.

But what about the environment?

Check out the wide range of Daikin systems using R32 refrigerant!

Individual Split Systems: To suit almost any room size these feature an energy efficient Inverter compressor for heating and cooling (that won’t break the bank to run) and a sleek, easy clean design.

Floor Standing Split Systems: Designed to fit under a window sill or semi-recessed into an unused fireplace these are a great solution when wall space is at a premium – often the case when the room features large picture windows or sliding glass doors.

Multi-Head Split Systems: A whole home air conditioning solution to rival a ducted system! Just one outdoor unit can maintain comfort in up to five rooms, with individual control for each indoor unit. These indoor units can be a combination of standard wall mounted, a compact ceiling cassette, a compact bulkhead unit or a slimline

ducted indoor unit. Not only amazingly versatile but flexible running modes allow you to shift up to 50% capacity from other rooms to your priority room when required.

Ducted Systems: Available in Standard and Premium ranges, both single and three phase options, with again great choices for delivery of freshly filtered air throughout your home. Daikin offers slimline heads for tighter roof spaces, discreet bulkhead delivery of air for that minimalist look as well as ceiling diffusers. If you have a heritage home talk to us about floor registers – there is almost always a solution that will enhance your property.

All these systems can be incorporated into a new build or fitted to an existing home.

Call Grafton Air today and our salesman will be happy to work with you (and your builder if you are building or renovating) to make sure you arrive at the perfect air conditioning system for your lifestyle.

Refrigerant has come a long way. Mindful of the environment and climate impact of its products, Daikin has taken the lead when it comes to next generation refrigerants. Daikin became the world’s first company to succeed in applying R32 to air conditioners by leveraging its expertise as the only manufacturer that develops and manufactures both air conditioners and refrigerants.

R32 refrigerant gas is the new standard and available in the Daikin range of air conditioners.

This is what makes R32 special: Non-ozone depleting.

Has a 66% lower global warming potential (GWP) factor than the old R410A refrigerant which provides less risk of harm to the environment.* Single component refrigerant, meaning it is easier to reuse and to recycle.

Low-toxic, is difficult to ignite and does not explode.

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