Hello! Welcome to my blog. My name is Col. I live in Perth and I have a passion for construction. I am pretty useless when it comes to construction work so I tend to leave it to the experts. However, I find that there is nothing more pleasing than seeing a team of construction workers complete a job. Over the years, I have hired many different types of construction worker and they have all taken the time to chat with me. During these conversations, I have learnt so pretty interesting things which I will be exploring on this blog. Enjoy!
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Col's Construction Blog
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Ways To Integrate A Laundry Into A Bathroom
11 November 2018
Washing machines and dryers, stand-out utilitarian appliances, are essential parts of a laundry. A laundry not only houses these but all the accoutrements that go along with cleaning and ironing clothes. This translates into washing baskets, detergents and ironing boards. If you're remodelling your bathroom to include laundry elements, you need to find a way to stop them taking over so that your bathroom looks spa-like rather than coin laundry-like.
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The risk of asbestos exposure to auto mechanics
10 November 2018
If you're an automobile technician, mechanic or car manufacturer, you may be at risk of asbestos exposure in older vehicles. Prior to the 1970s, asbestos was used in many different industries around the world. From home insulation products to the brake pads in vehicles, asbestos was heavily relied on for its excellent insulation properties. Because of the well-known risks of asbestos exposure, it is important for you to be aware of any potential risks that the material may pose to your health.
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Hardwood Flooring: Three Practical Guidelines for Using Second-Hand Boards
9 November 2018
Hardwood floors are beautiful and warm, and their installation can increase the value of a home. Unfortunately, the cost of purchasing the materials can be quite high. Therefore, if you are interested in improving your house by using hardwood, you should consider acquiring second-hand boards. Hardwood materials are quite durable, so you will find materials in good condition for your needs. In addition, second-hand flooring materials are inexpensive in comparison to the alternative.
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How to choose the best domestic scaffolding company
8 November 2018
Whether you need a chimney scaffold built or an access platform designed to allow work to be carried out on part of your property, finding the right domestic scaffolding company is vital. Erecting scaffolding may look simple, but getting it wrong can be disastrous. Before choosing a scaffolding company you will need to ensure that your choice is not only fully qualified and insured but also that their workers are meticulous and thoroughly professional at every point.
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4 Reasons to Choose Timber Decking Over Aluminium
6 November 2018
Adding a deck to your house provides a wonderful area to relax and entertain. However, plenty of homeowners find it hard to decide on a decking material. Many come down to a decision between timber and aluminium. While aluminium does have its benefits, here are just four reasons to choose decking timber. 1. Style Style is always important when you're making changes to your home, but decking style is particularly important.