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Italian Porphyry Pavers – Bringing European Style to Australian Homes Remember that paved area you had in the backyard when you were growing up, how drab and boring it looked? If you’re planning to create a paved entertaining area in your own backyard, don’t repeat the mistakes of those who came before you. Better Exteriors…

SPASA Awards of Excellence 2016 Each year, the Swimming Pool & Spa Association of Australia (SPASA) showcases excellence in the swimming pool and spa industry at their annual Awards of Excellence Gala Dinner. This year, the event was held at the Regent Theatre’s Plaza Ballroom, with the prestigious awards covering a range of categories from

NEW BETTER EXTERIORS BURWOOD DISPLAY CENTRE We’re delighted to announce the exciting news of Better Exteriors’ move to a bigger indoor selection centre after more than 15 brilliant years at Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Our new home in Burwood features a newly refurbished and contemporary internal open plan display, a warehouse area, and an upstairs office

Choosing the Right Grout Colour for Glass Mosaic Pool Tiles When it comes to grouting glass mosaic pool tiles, it’s crucial to choose a suitable grout colour to ensure the final result complements your pool or spa. While many believe that blue grout is best suited to blue mosaic tiles, and green grout is best

Glass Mosaic Pool Tile Mounting Issues Glass mosaic tiles add an almost other-worldly beauty to pools, and furthermore the glass doesn’t absorb other substances – a plus when it comes to withstanding the chemicals or algae that can mar many finishes, but a challenge to those trying to adhere the tile to the shell. For

Selecting the Best Pavers for Your Next Landscaping Project There’s currently a wide range of pavers available in Australia, many of which are ideal for use in landscaping projects for private and commercial properties. However, it can be difficult to decide which type is best for your specific needs. At Better Exteriors, because we understand

Balcony and Rooftop Landscaping With the growing trend towards inner – city living, more people are moving out of the suburbs and into apartments and town houses. This has seen a huge shift in the landscaping industry; instead of courtyards and patios, many landscapers are now working on balconies and rooftop gardens. Designing balconies and…

How to Ensure Your Tiles and Pavers Last Now that you’ve completed your paving project, you can sit back and admire the beautiful landscape you’ve put together. To keep it looking as great as it does now, you’ll have to do just a little maintenance work; the effort will pay off through your paving retaining…

The Benefits of Landscaping as a Form of Financial Investment It’s been well established that landscaping a property can lead to a higher return on investment, making it the perfect way to boost property value while improving appearance and functionality of outdoor areas. With the correct design, budget and construction, as well as a good…