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How to Build a Composite Deck: What You Need to Know
Installing some composite decking is just one way to increase the value of your home while also providing additional living space for outdoor entertaining. Of course, it’s always an easier option to allow a professional to install a deck for you, but if you can’t or don’t want to, it is possible to do it […]
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Get Creative With Cladding
Timber-look cladding and panelling has been around since the 17th century, so while it is nothing new, cladding has come a long way since then.
Today, we have more options and painted or au naturale, we also have the choice of cladding with natural timber, fibre cement, PVC, and engineered products offering timber-look veneers. -
NewTechWood boosts sustainability credentials by gaining two new environmental credentials, LEED and EPD
NewtechWood has recently been recognised for excellence in sustainability by achieving two leading green building credentials – Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and Environmental Product Declaration (EPD).
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The Future of Sustainable Home Architecture
Sustainability is the keyword of future housing, challenging the best architects to follow the sustainable home architecture and design buildings that are not only attractive and functional but also have minimal impact on our environment, as well as providing for the health and comfort of the occupants. Sustainable home architecture can be achieved by applying […]
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12 Ways to Create “Hygge” With Outdoor Lighting
Hygge, or hyggelig, is a Danish/Norwegian word that embodies everything we connect with “cosiness.” No longer a well-kept Scandinavian secret, the concept of creating a hyggelig atmosphere is spreading globally. And in Australia, the place we like to spend the most time, outdoors, is the one place that could use a lot more “hygge” in […]
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How to Clean Your Decking Boards
A deck is perfect for outdoor entertaining, however, it can also require a lot of maintenance to keep it looking good all year round. Keeping your decking boards clean all year round will not only make them look better, but also keep them protected from weather damage and any other problems that can arise over […]
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Decking Installation: How to hire the right deck builder for your home
When it comes to decking intallation, careful planning is crucial. Many people start with design, trying to find the right deck colour to match with existing elements of the home’s exterior. But there is one crucial step required even before you start designing your future deck – to find an experienced and reliable builder. A […]
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Composite Vs. Natural Timber Decking: Pros & Cons
As you plan your new dream deck, one of the crucial choices you’ll need to make is what type of decking product to use. Do you stick with traditional timber, or take a leap forward and opt for the increasingly popular composite timber decking? Here we explore the pros and cons of composite vs. natural […]
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Custom-designed New Home in Warragul, Victoria
Elevated Victorian home to take advantage of views Over the last six years, NewTechWood has developed a reputation for excellence, becoming one of the leading composite decking, cladding and screening suppliers in Australia. We’ve been involved in many outstanding residential and commercial building projects, from innovative small backyard decks to schools and big hospitality venues. We want […]
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Backyard Design Ideas for Christmas
Christmas holiday season is upon us, so there is no better way to get into a festive mood than to decorate inside and outside your home. So, we want to speak about backyard design ideas for Christmas. When you celebrate a Christmas in Australia, it generally means you host the celebration in your backyard and […]