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THE GREAT OUTDOORS IT’S TIME TO ENTERTAIN AGAIN
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NEWS FEATURE
HEADING OUTDOORS
IT’S TIME TO ENTERTAIN AGAIN THIS SUMMER With the balmy nights and warm, sunny days comes one of Australia’s favourite social activities; outdoor entertaining. A large and important part of our culture, the opportunity to bring the outdoors, in, playing on the flow of living spaces and amplifying space throughout the home is one that is currently trending.
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However, those of us who have cosier homes, pressed for outdoor space, often find it challenging to navigate this want into a reality. So how do you create the perfect outdoor room and kitchen? Outdoor kitchens go hand in hand with contemporary homes and frequently boast all the amenities and features of an indoor kitchen. As they are more exposed to the elements, an outdoor kitchen needs to be robust for longevity and safety. Ambient humidity and heat from cooking appliances need to be managed carefully, so when designing your al fresco living space, select Gyprock Aquachek, a moisture resistant plasterboard, for walls and ceil-
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The use of a continuing bench top, running from kitchen to outdoor space also creates the illusion of space, and provides more prep room for kitchens. Carrying through the paint palate or cabinetry from indoors to outdoor areas also allows for a seamless flow.
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IN THE GARDEN
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Carrots are amongst the most popular vegetables to be grown from seeds. They don’t need much space, are easy to grow and rich in beta carotene (converts to vitamin A) – but most of all because nothing tastes as good as home grown carrots fresh from the garden. By regular sowing you can have a continuous supply of fresh carrots all year round. Carrot varieties are described as Early or Main Crop varieties, but also short- root or long- root varieties. These names give you an idea of when they will crop and the type of soil they’re suitable for. Carrots grow best in light, sandy soil so if your soil is heavy clay, stony, or doesn’t drain well, concentrate on the main crop or short- root types. Early varieties
take around nine to 12 weeks to mature and Main Crop mature in 12–16 weeks. Main Crops take up more space, but they tend to be the best for storing.
Success with root vegetables is largely down to soil quality, so it’s worth taking the time to prepare your patch. Dig your soil over well until it has a fine crumbly texture, removing any stones as you go.
Do not add manure as this makes the soil too rich and can result in forked roots. However, you can rake in a light dressing of general fertiliser a week before sowing. Carrot seeds are small, but it’s wise to sow them as thinly as possible. This reduces the amount of thinning necessary and potential risk from pests. If you have difficulty sowing thinly, try SowEasy Seed Tapes where the seeds are pre- sown between layers of biodegradable paper – all you have to do is roll it out. Once the plants are showing their first true leaves, thin the seedlings to allow more space for each plant. Otherwise you don’t need to do much but water regularly – too little water can result in woody roots.
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Spring is in the air! It’s time to come out of hibernation and start preparing our homes for the upcoming warmer months. Tackle a few small tasks now and you can sit back and enjoy the days of summer. Here are my top tips for spring maintenance to help get you started. Without a doubt, cleaning your gutters is one of the most important, yet often overlooked areas of home maintenance. Cleaning them regularly will extend the life of your roof and fascia. Clogged gutters can also cause water to seep in under your roof or down your walls which can lead to much bigger problems. Leaves and debris in your gutters can also create a fire hazard. Weather stripping is essential to
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No matter what material your balcony is made from it is imperative to inspect it for signs of decay, corrosion, termites and any other
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