my renovation issue 4 - march 30, 2012

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FRIDAY, 30 MARCH 2012

ISSUE 4Yours free every month

A SPLASH OF COLOURPaint City special feature >page 24

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ContentsCOVER ST ORY .................................................. 4

STYLE ................................................................ 6

STYLE ................................................................. 8

PRODUCTS ..................................................... 10

FLOORING ...................................................... 12

LIGHTING ........................................................ 14

KITCHENS ....................................................... 18

BATHROOMS.................................................. 20

POOLS ............................................................. 22

PAINT CITY SPECIAL FEATURE ..................... 24

DIY PAINTING TIPS ........................................ 28

COLOUR CH OICE .......................................... 30

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Since the 2001 release of the fi rst Harry Potter fi lm plenty of Australian kids have wished their house had a cupboard under the stairs. We had one when I was a child and I loved it

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THINKING OF ADDING A

SECOND STOREY TO YOUR

HOME? READ ON BEFORE

YOU DECIDE.

WORDS JARNA BAUDINETTE

Many Coast home owners dream of sweeping ocean views or a peaceful rural

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This is fi ne if the property you are renovating is a beachfront penthouse on the 12th fl oor. But if your existing home is of the single-level suburban variety, is it as simple as just popping another storey on top in order to achieve that coveted ocean view?

If you’re considering it, the fi rst thing to be aware of is that adding another storey is almost always going to be more expensive than expanding your home on the existing level. Building up requires tricky structural work and involves replacing the roof, so your new level

could potentially cost up to 50 per cent more than a traditional extension.

Therefore if you’re just looking for some additional living space, it is best to consider extending out to the back or side of your home. Adding a second storey should be your fi rst choice only if there’s either no space on your block to accommodate new rooms, or if the view you’ll capture is really worth the hassle of building up.

If you’re planning to add a second storey you’ll naturally want to get an idea of the cost from a builder. But fi rst you’ll need to ensure the addition will be structurally viable, and that your existing home will be able to support the weight of an extra fl oor. If you’re serious about the idea organise for an architect to draw up some detailed plans,

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which you can then go over with your builder on site. You may also need to consult a building engineer if there are concerns about the structural implications.

Because of the increased inconvenience and cost, a second-storey addition needs to be worth it – for example, it would probably be foolish to add only one room upstairs, as you may not get enough use out of it to make it worth the money you’ve spent. If you can afford it, two or three extra bedrooms and a bathroom for the kids might be a more sensible option.

If the upper level is capturing a view you’ll need a balcony or deck to enjoy it from. And remember, adding space upstairs means losing space downstairs, because you’ll need to put in a staircase – speak to your architect and builder about where this

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Before designing the exterior you’ll need to decide if you’re updating your home’s overall look, because it is important to have continuity between the new storey and the existing facade. Opt for the same colour scheme and use similar materials where possible. If you have the budget, this type of addition is a great excuse to modernise the exterior of your home, either with fresh

GOING DOWNIf you don’t want to build up,

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Speaking of neighbours, it really is important to consult them before you commence planning your addition, as you’ll need to consider that an extra storey on top of your home may impede their privacy or views. No one wants to live in the shadow of the huge house next door, and it is best to get any opinions or objections out in the open at the start of the project, rather than have them cause bitter neighbourhood resentment down the track.

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TOP TIPThe team at Paint City has one crucial piece of advice for home renovators – before deciding on a colour scheme always take a few sample pots home. Surrounding colours and the amount of natural or artifi cial light can all alter the appearance of a particular paint colour, and John says the only way to know what a paint will look like in your home is to test it in that environment. “I’ve worked in the paint game for many years now, and even I sometimes still take a colour home and fi nd it’s not quite right,” John says. John also recommends home renovators bring in samples of as many different design elements as possible to ensure their colour choice complements the rest of their decor.

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“We give free colour consultations, and if people want more specifi c advice we can meet them on site and go through it with them,” John says. “Sometimes all it takes is a third opinion on a particular colour.”

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It’s a daunting task that can make even the most seasoned among us nervous – cutting in. And we’re not talking about interrupting someone else’s slow dance. In the painting world the term refers to painting wall joints, edges and corners, or any other area that is tricky to reach with a roller. If you’re planning to paint your ceiling and walls in different shades or you want to use a feature colour, you’ll need to use a brush to apply the paint at the very edge or corner, before you can roller the wall surface.

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