by Paul Hurkmans | Apr 30, 2019 | Decking, Decks, Hardwood deck
How can you create a relaxing outdoor haven for you and your family in your Lane Cove home? Start with a Lane Cove timber deck and work your way up! When the owners of a Lane Cove home approached Outside Concepts they had a pretty simple project brief. They wanted a... by Paul Hurkmans | Aug 21, 2018 | Decking, Decks, Hardwood deck
You’ve decided to build a timber deck for the flooring of your outdoor living area. Great choice, as a timber deck has many advantages over other materials, not the least of which is that it will look great for many decades to come. But which timber will you choose... by Paul Hurkmans | Jun 10, 2015 | Deck design, Decking, Decks, Hardwood deck
Winter is a great time to plan and build a new outdoor area, including a Canberra deck, so it will be ready for the warmer months. One of the choices you need to make if you are considering a new deck is what material to use for the decking. These days we are spoilt... by Paul Hurkmans | Feb 24, 2015 | Deck design, Decking, Hardwood deck, Pergolas
If you’re considering adding a new Melbourne pergola to your house but are unsure about a range of options, an answer might be to do what this family in Melbourne’s Western suburbs did… Build two pergolas! The modern contemporary project was designed and built by Jaan... by Paul Hurkmans | Nov 4, 2014 | Deck maintenance, Decking, Decks, Hardwood deck
While there’s nothing more delightful than a beautifully maintained timber deck, there’s nothing sadder than a deck that hasn’t received any maintenance since the new millennium ticked over. So, with summer on the way, it’s time to get your Brisbane deck shipshape,... by Paul Hurkmans | Jun 28, 2014 | Deck design, Decking, Decks, Hardwood deck, Pergolas
Developing a great outside project can be a bit like producing a good meal. Where ingredients, cooking skills and a tried and true recipe can produce great results in the kitchen, for an outside project, good materials, expert craftsmanship and a simple design will... 