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How can I make more space in my Garage?

Gone are the days where a garage was that wonderful space where we would hide our things that no longer served a purpose in our homes and then we would allow just enough room for our vehicles, caravans, boats and other fun toys and tools.

Now we have so many more options for this amazing space and with a little planning and a few adjustments we can make this space another great addition to the family home with our storage spaces.

If you are thinking about turning your garage into another living area give yourself an approximate budget to work with that would include insulation, flooring and other fixtures.

Unique Ways to Transform your Garage

Man Cave
Home Theatre
Childs Play Room
Home Gym
Home Office

Man Cave

A great space decorate with sport memorabilia, bar and cocktail area, games room with all the gadgets for entertainment. This is where a professional electrician is vital to rigging up all the cords and installing the right amount of power points for the area.

Home Theatre

If you home has not been equipped for a home theatre, then the garage can be a perfect for bringing this space to life.

Childs Play Room

Children love there toys and they do take up a lot of space in our living areas, so having a special room adequately adapted with shelving, cupboards to place these items will make life so much easier for everyone.

Home Gym

When you find it hard to get to the Gym, what better way than to bring the Gym to you, setting it up with all your equipment you like to use and access the area when you need to.

Home Office

Thinking about running your own business from home? Giving your business a separate entity out of your home can enable more privacy.

Need some Inspiration for your Garage?

CPR Outdoor Centre can give you a wide range of colours and designs to suit your needs. Contact the team today in Bunbury 9726 2311
or Busselton on 9754 2657.

Inspiration for Setting Up A Stylish Patio

A patio is a beautiful extension to a home and turning your entertainment space into a comfortable feel will give more options on enjoying the area so much more.

Working out how you and the family would like to use the area can also help in some decorating tips and ideas, colours can follow on from the indoors bringing them outdoors. Do you have young children who will need a special space for toys and play items? Will pets need be given a segmented area and then where to entertain when you and guests are having a social gathering.

Tips and Ideas on How to Decorate Your Space

Flooring
Decorations
Plants and Features
Protection from Elements

Flooring

Patio flooring can come in many looks, from concreting, bricks or decking and a lovely finish would be to add a floor rug or carpet piece for instance near seating giving a nice feel of the inside of the home coming to the outdoors.

Decorations

There are some great pieces of art that can be hung or displayed to give the added wow factor to your patio, complimenting the space, keeping in mind that too much can overwhelm an area but a little here and there can be a nice touch to the colour scheme.

Plants and Features

Sounds of running, trickling water just puts you in a place of relaxation in a garden space, having a water feature amongst the plantation is a wonderful. What works great with garden spaces is you can go tropical having a beach setting theme, a Balinese with a Buddha statue or a Japanese theme with fish as a highlight, really it’s all up to the imagination.

Protection from Elements

Depending on the design of your patio you may need to add blinds for blocking out the sun or wind or have a patio heater or another sources of heating element to make the area cosy and more comfortable.

Looking for individual style for your Patio?

CPR Outdoor Centre have a fantastic range for you to choose from to suit your style and needs, contact the office today at Bunbury on 9726 2311 or Busselton 9754 2657.

Is Trex Composite Decking Better Than Wood?

Trex has been been perfecting the design and maintenance for decking, giving a high performance for outdoor living since 1996. Trex Composite Decking is a wonderful way to bring in the glorious look finish of natural wood decking but will save on maintenance and time in the up keep.

Trex has been designed for the wood lovers and giving a product that is eco friendly that can withstand years of what natures elements can expose to them.

There isn’t a comparison of Trex v’s Wood as the two meet their needs depending on the area of space you would like your decking, budget and your time you would like to invest keeping your decking working for you.

Reasons You Might Choose Trex

Colours
Weather Resistant
Warranties
Always Green

TREX TRANSCEND® IN HAVANA GOLD AND SPICED RUM

Colours

Choice of fade resistant colours hits all the beautiful looks of wood tones, with showing the wood grain to the feel of the authentic wood. A selection of classic earth tones or tropical colours will ensure you have your decking as an added feature of your home.

Weather Resistant

Trex Composite is a blend of 95% recycled wood with a plastic film. Having this protective coating protects from mould and mildew building in the winter months and when the sun is beating down the up keep for painting and oiling is not necessary.

Warranties

Products of Trex select and Trex enhance are all backed by a 25 year warranty with limited residential fade and staining included.

Always Green

Trex decking is contributing to keeping the environment healthy with their decking composed of 95% of recycled materials. Trex is saving 400 million pounds of plastic each year.

Want to Know More About Trex Composite Decking

Looking for superior products with strength and durability with a 25 year guarantee. Contact CPR Outdoor Centre in Bunbury on 9726 2311 or Busselton on 9754 2657.

Photo courtesy by Trex.

Carport or Garage? Which Will Suit Me Best?

There are different aspects when it comes to carports or Garages and depending on budget, or the reason you need one, could be the reason for either one you go with.

Both do offer protection for the items you are wanting covered although the garage gives full coverage, is full enclosed, where a carport has open sides but will still give adequate protection to the vehicle or a gathering you might hold under there. The build of both is different and requirements with council approval could be different too relative to where one or the other is going to be built.

Some houses already have a garage but just need a carport for accessibility to the front of the house or you have a carport but would like a garage to house your boat or caravan for instance. Either way you will be offered protection of some kind.

Carport vs. Garage

Materials
Versatility
Council Regulations
Security

Materials

Both are built only using the highest quality of BlueScope steel with the selection of the COLORBOND® range of powder coat that guarantees a superior finish. Giving you a full guarantee for your purchase.

Versatility

A carport is fairly easy to construct, and you do have the option to purchase a Do It Yourself Kit, although a Garage will take a little more extra time and hands due to more materials and additions that can go into one. When Carports are not in use they can also be used as an undercover area for entertaining and garages can be used to store items out of the home.

Council Regulations

Some carports depending on design can be approved very quickly by the council and Garages depending on requirements where the build will happen, construction will need council approval.

Security

Due to a garage being completely enclosed with doors the security factor is a big plus whereas carports are all open.
A garage gives the option to secure large items and all things that can be locked away for future use.

Still undecided on which one is for you?

As you see there are several differences between the two options and when it comes to style, variety and quality and choice call the team at CPR Outdoor Centre at Bunbury 9726 2311 or Busselton on 9754 2657.

Why is COLORBOND® steel the best for your patio

When it comes to your patio you want make it an extension of your home so the structure and the additional features need to blend in with the foundation it is extending from. COLORBOND® gives this flexibility of choice and style.

BlueScope steel is welded to the highest Australian Standards giving a superior finish to your new patio space.

When you deal with a professional patio installer your council approvals will all be organised and the service is there for you from the beginning and after the installation for your continued satisfaction.

Difference COLORBOND® brings:

Energy Efficiency
Fire Protection
Warranty
Tested

Energy Efficiency

Due to the product being Thermal efficient is has a solar reflective effect making it resilient to Australian weather conditions. Contains recyclable materials, making it 100% recyclable, giving back to the environment.

Fire Protection

COLORBOND® has been put through some vigorous testing and the CSIRO investigation and research reported that steel fences offer greater protection in the event of a fire. This protection is also true for walling, gutters and downpipes.

Warranty

COLORBOND® is backed by BlueScope known to be one of Australia’s largest manufacturers. Before COLORBOND® is purchased an eligibility criteria is required. This ensures that all builders and installers get a pre approved warranty if the criteria is met.

Tested

Australian weather conditions offer great climate changes and COLORBOND® have tested their products in all these elements in the different areas including severe marine environments to tropical and industrial locations, displays showing the different pitches mirroring different ways the products can be displayed at homes. In addition to testing for corrosion and durability being done in laboratories.

COLORBOND® Is the Name You Can Trust

CPR Outdoor Centre knows how important quality is, we will help organise all permits and approvals when it comes to building your patio, carports, garages or sheds. Contact the team at Bunbury on 9726 2311 or Busselton on 9754 2657.

How close can my patio be to my neighbour’s fence?

patio Prepping for a new patio? Great but are you worried about how close can you get to your neighbour’s fence? You want to extend your patio as much as you can but you don’t want to get into trouble. You know you can’t come close enough to your neighbour’s fence as it might mean invading their privacy or worse breaking the law. How close you can build to your neighbour fence depends on where you live and the regulations governing your area.

How close can your patio be to your neighbour’s fence?

Under the governance of the Residential Design Codes of Western Australia, you can maximise your space but make sure your patio columns and roof must not be closer than 1.0m from your neighbour’s fence. It is also possible to build your patio up to 500mm from the fence, only if you obtain a signed consent from your neighbour. Or, you can have your patio columns right next to the fence, as long as the roofline remains 500mm off the fence line.

In urban and rural areas the requirements will be different so it’s best to contact your local shire council to get the correct stipulations. If you are having a full installed patio build for you the installer will do this for you.

What if you still want your patio built closer to the fence?

If your plan patio requires more than that of the allowed 1.0m or the 500mm with signed consent, this will require you to have a building application and expect to pay additional cost for it. For more enquiries, check with your local council or hire a patio installer to do the job for you. They will know how close you can get to your neighbour’s fence without breaking any law.

Other things to consider when building a patio?

Here are also some things you need to consider when building a patio:

Purpose
Size
Design
Location
Cost
Materials to be use

For your patio needs, contact CPR Outdoor Centre. We can do everything to erect your patio – from planning, designing and complying with the area’s building requirement. Just call us and we’ll do the rest for you. All our quotes are free.

Your patio people in Bunbury, Busselton and surrounding areas!

Why purchase DIY garage kits from CPR Outdoor Centre?

shed (5) A garage is a worthy addition to your home. They don’t just enhance your home’s outside appearance but is also very functional. A garage can provide a safe place to store your car so you can sleep well at night knowing your precious car is safe and sound. In the old days, a garage could only be installed by a professional installer. Nowadays, things are different. With people honing in on their skills, more and more of us are looking for DIY projects – including DIY garage kits. Remember to get the appropriate permits from your local shire.

DIY garage kits

Yes, you read it right – DIY garage kits! These are prefabricated garage kits that work well to fill all sorts of residential garage storage needs. You can purchase these kits to give a new home, your car or just to add that extra storage space you badly need. What makes DIY garage kits a good option is that they are quick and easy to construct. Want to purchase a DIY garage kit? Choose CPR Outdoor Centre for all your needs.

Garages built by CPR Outdoor Centre CPR Outdoor Centre offers DIY kits for the garages, patios and carports. Our garage kits come in an option that will work for the differing needs of our customers. Our DIY garage kits are made from high quality materials ensuring you of a durable garage – your garage will last for many years! Don’t worry; our DIY garage kits come with certified engineered plans that are customised to meet all building requirements.

DIY kits made easier!

With the help of a friend or 2, you can erect your DIY garage kit in a weekend. Then you can enjoy a well earnedbarbecue, admiring your newly built garage. However, should you need CPR Outdoor Centre can do the full job from permits to the installation for you, just let us know. We also offer installation services for garages, carports and patios.

Contact us today – CPR Outdoor Busselton on 9754 2657and CPR Outdoor Bunbury on 9726 2311. Whether it’s a DIY garage kit or installation services you are looking for, call us – we’ve got you covered.

How to Build A Shed on A Slope?

Patio - Slight Curve Land comes in a vast range of dimensions from flat to hillsides and when building properties with that magical view, you might need to also think about where to build a future workshop or shed. This should be an added feature that compliments the home or building too.

There are some different processes that have to be done for the foundations to secure the structure. Prepare yourself by asking the right questions and seek advice from a professional builder or engineer and when getting your shed installed by a leading shed designer who will ensure that all the fundamental processes are in place before the build is to be done.

What to Consider Beforehand

Size and use of Shed
Council & Building Approvals
Entry and Exit Doors
How to access around the perimeter

Size and Use of Shed

Giving thought to what the intended use for the shed could be will be beneficial for knowing the best access points, size doors and height factors especially if storing boats, caravans or big items and being able to easily bring the items in and out of the shed easy enough.

Council & Building Approvals

Permits and approvals should always be looked at first so that if certain requirements need to be put in place your design can be easily adjusted. Different areas have height restrictions by council regulations so getting all the information right the first time won’t hinder the building process.

Entry and Exit Doors

Access points should be as level as possible and this will come down to the structure of the build, support with retaining walls and decking so discussing this with your professional installer in the designing stage is paramount.

How to Access Around the Perimeter

Having access around the whole perimeter of the shed is important for maintenance, although if a retaining wall has been fixed to part of the shed this will block part of the shed access, this too is something that will need to be discussed further with the professional shed installer.

Build Right the First Time for The Long Time

When it comes to all your shed needs, CPR Outdoor Centre are the professionals in the industry, making building your shed easy, from organising permits and a complete service throughout so you don’t have to lift a finger. Contact CPR Outdoor Centre for a free quote today! Call Bunbury office at 9726 2311 or Busselton at 9754 2657.

What Alternatives To Wood Can I Have For My Deck

DECKING ENHANCE IN BEACH DUNE AND CLAM SHELL Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy a deck and now with the choice of composite decking you can still have the wonderful look of timber with high durability in all weather conditions due to the shell technology and stain protection.

Having decking installed around pools, for a gazebo, pergola or even a verandah around your home gives a beautiful finish with a variety of colours of tones and wood grain features.

Trex Decking is your outdeck timber of choice giving industry leading and warranty coverage of 25 years.

Trex Composite Decking Designs

Dining
Pool
Multilevel
Railings

Dining

Having the option for another dining area gives more room when having social gatherings or enjoying those summer nights having a bbq or parties. Installing the dining space close to your indoor kitchen will help with minimising trips back and forth.

Pool

Trex decking material has the added protection for weather conditions especially water so using composite decking around pools or spa areas give a nice finish to the entertainment space. All foundations and framing is built in mind to hand the loads.

Multilevel

Added design features could be to have multilevel decking this especially works well in different levels of a backyard or if you would like a certain configuration with stairs or stand alone areas, changes the whole look of your space and opens up your entertainment options too.

Railings

TREX SELECT IN SADDLE AND WINCHESTER GREY Why stop at just decking! A beautiful finish to any decking space is having the areas framed with railings. This is great for added privacy from the outdoors, making a defined look for a seating area or around that beautiful big tree in the backyard.

Wanting to Know How You Can Get Trex Composite Decking Installed for Your Patio?

When you are wanting to build the perfect decking look no further than CPR Outdoor Centre Patio. You will be investing with Trex products that has steel deck framing, technology, superior fasteners with a great range of colours and designs.

Contact CPR Outdoor Centre in Bunbury on 9726 2311 or Busselton on 9754 2657.

Photo courtesy by Trex.

CPR Outdoor Competition Winner

Congratulations!

To Bernie and Barbara of Western Australia.

Bernie Bovell They are the successful winners from CPR Outdoor Centres competition held recently to win the 2 nights accommodation package at the Quality Apartments Banksia Gardens Albany and a dinner for 2 at BG’s Kitchen.

Bernie and Barbara purchased and are now are the happy owners of a Portico Gable with a flat patio attached to either side, that is currently being paved to show the wonderful design and structure that CPR Outdoor Centre can create for your patio and shed solutions.

When it comes to your patios, garages and sheds CPR Outdoor Centre have the right installation for you. All council approval and water corporation approvals are dealt with so all you need to do is enjoy your new space.

CPR Outdoor Centre can come to you, located at Bunbury 67 Halifax Drive, 9726 2311
or Busselton 1/30 Barlee Street 9754 2657.