by Paul Hurkmans | Aug 29, 2014 | Outdoor living, Uncategorized
While most of us are still shivering through winter and staying indoors more than out, with spring just around the corner now is the perfect time to start planning a new outdoor area. Whether you want an area to entertain, relax or enjoy summer days by the pool, or... by Paul Hurkmans | Jul 24, 2014 | Uncategorized
If you asked for spotted gum to be used in your next outside project, you’d be making a wise choice… Unless you made it thinking there would be spots in the timber! The term spotted gum actually refers to the tree’s powdery bark, which is white, pink or grey and often... by Paul Hurkmans | Jul 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
If you’re after a timber for a deck or outdoor project that’s deep-red or brown in colour, it’s hard to surpass the unique beauty of Jarrah. Jarrah is a Eucalptus timber that’s native to the Southwest of Western Australia, where it is a prolific grower. It is a very... by Paul Hurkmans | Jul 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
When it comes to choosing a material for your framing, posts and other elements of an outdoor project, would you choose hardwood? In fact, why wouldn’t you choose hardwood? Question: What is hardwood? Answer: Well, yes, it usually is a hard wood but the hardness or... by Paul Hurkmans | Jun 30, 2014 | Uncategorized
Merbau comes from a species of tree called Intsia bijuga, commonly called ipil, kwila, taal or simply merbau. It’s native to the Indo-Pacific area and grows to around 50 metres high in mangrove forests. While the bark and leaves of the tree have alternative medical... by Paul Hurkmans | Jun 25, 2014 | Uncategorized
How would you like the Blue Mountains as the backdrop to your office? If this sounds tempting, or in fact you live in the Sydney West or Blue Mountains area, Outside Concepts has a business opportunity for you. After a recent retirement, Outside Concepts is looking...