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Kitchen and cabinetry guides
Straight answers on planning a kitchen, choosing benchtops, robes and laundries, and getting cabinetry made on the Sunshine Coast.
Laundry design ideas for Queensland homes
Smart layouts, storage that earns its place and finishes that cope with humidity. Ideas to make a laundry work harder, from compact galleys to laun...
How to choose a bathroom vanity
Floating or floor-standing, single or double, drawers or doors. What to think about when choosing a custom vanity, from size and basins to tops and...
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
Usually two to four months from first chat to finished kitchen. Here is where the time goes, what can slow things down, and how to keep your renova...
Planning a kitchen renovation on the Sunshine Coast: a step-by-step guide
What happens between your first call and your first coffee in a new kitchen: the steps, the decisions and realistic timing for a custom kitchen ren...
Kitchen benchtops after the engineered stone ban: your options in Queensland
Engineered stone benchtops were banned across Australia from 1 July 2024. Here is what the ban covers, what it means if you already have one, and t...
How to choose a cabinet maker on the Sunshine Coast
A licence check, a written quote and a look at real work tell you most of what you need to know. Here is a simple checklist for choosing a cabinet ...
Butler's pantry ideas for Queensland homes
A butler's pantry keeps the mess out of sight and the main kitchen clear. Here are the layouts, must-haves and design ideas to help you plan one th...
Planning built-in wardrobes and walk-in robes: a practical guide
How much hanging space you need, where drawers and shelves work best, and the details that make a robe a pleasure to use every day.