Patio

The Benefits of using COLORBOND® Steel to build your Outdoor Area

Spring and summer have lovely warm nights perfect to cuddled up with your loved one outdoors watching the sunset. When it comes to choosing the best material to use to build a carport, garage, patio or shed, one of the most popular options is COLORBOND® steel. Why? This Australian brand has built an impressive reputation for its durability, high quality and being environmentally friendly.

Considering building a carport, garage, patio or shed on your home or property. Here are a few reasons why using COLORBOND® steel is a smart choice:

Large Colour Range
Made for the Australian Climate
Keep your outdoor area cool in Summer

Large Colour Range

You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a colour for your new outdoor area. COLOURBOND® offers over 20 different colour choices meaning you can find the right colour scheme to suit your individual style. The large range offers varying shades of classic contemporary colours like cream, browns and greys plus classic tones of reds, green and blues. With so many colours to choose from, you are guaranteed to find a colour suited to your home and surrounds. You can even ‘mix and match’ colours so your outdoor space compliments your existing structure such as gutters, fences and gates.

(Please check your shire / council builiding code allows for your chosen colour first. Some shires / estates have colour restrictions for sheds, patios, garages and carports.)

Made for the Australian Climate

Outdoor areas are constantly exposed to the weather, from the harsh sun and extreme temperatures of summer to rain, storms and strong winds during winter. COLORBOND® has rigorous testing across varying environments throughout Australia to ensure it stands the test of time in all weather. Testing is performed for corrosion, durability and its suitability to a large range of industry preferred building and manufacturing applications and products.

Keep your outdoor area cool in Summer

The colour of your outdoor area can help to keep it cooler in summer. Using the COLORBOND® steel range on the roof of your carport, garage, patio or shed helps to keep the space cool as the range includes a selection of lighter colours that are solar reflective plus nearly every colour in the standard COLORBOND® steel range features Thermatech® solar reflectance technology which helps to reflect heat from the sun on hot days.

CPR Outdoor Centre are your South West specialists for carports, garages, patios and sheds

If you are looking for a licenced team of professionals that are friendly and reliable, look no further than
CPR Outdoor Centre.

The team offers customer service in a friendly and professional manner, keeping you informed at each stage of the building process and addressing any questions or concerns you have.

Your new leisure area will enhance your lifestyle at home, for a price that suits your budget. For a FREE quote contact Jock and the team today on 9726 2311.

What Outdoor Area Should I Add to My Home in Bunbury?

Spring has arrived and the warm sunshine and flowers in bloom make it the ideal season to spend time outdoors. The ideal way to maximise the time you can spend outdoors, not just in spring but all year around, is to build an outdoor area. With an abundance of building options and impressive design features available, you can customise your outdoor area to suit your family and lifestyle needs.

What are your options when it comes to building an outdoor area? Your options available include:

Patio
Deck
Alfresco
Carport

Patio

A patio is an additional structure to your existing home and can be attached to an existing structure or free standing. It has a roof but is normally open at 1, 2, 3 or all sides. A patio makes a great choice of space if you are wanting weather protection but fresh air to still circulate through. The different roof options available include gable, dome, flat, hip end or you can customise your own roof. A patio’s framework is typically steel, and roofing is Colorbond, guaranteeing its strength and longevity. With numerous colour options available you can choose materials to compliment your homes existing colour scheme.

Deck

A deck doesn’t have any framework or roofing and is best described as a stylish outdoor floor. A deck is normally elevated above the ground and connected to your existing home. Decks may or may not have railing on the outer perimeter. Most decks are built using a range of hard woods including jarrah, spotted gum and merbau. Hardwoods are a popular choice as they are known to be durable, easy to maintain and can withstand the harsh South West weather.

Alfresco

An alfresco is typically built under the main roof of the home when the home is first built, or an extension is done. The area normally flows from the indoors and be utilised as an additional room of the home. An alfresco area can have no walls, like a patio, or can be fully enclosed. Cafe blinds are a popular option for alfresco areas as they are adjustable so can cater for any occasion or weather.

Carport

Most of us assume a car port would be solely used to store vehicles however this is not true. A car port is a practical multi-purpose space that can be attached to your home or free standing. Those with larger properties or big front or back gardens may choose to build a car port a few metres from the home. A car port is like a patio where it has a roof but is not usually closed in at the sides. Carports can double as an extra covered space when entertaining or to sit, relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Call the team at CPR Outdoor Centre to discuss building a patio, deck, alfresco or carport

For expert advice on how an outdoor space can enhance your lifestyle, the team at CPR Outdoor Centre are only a phone call away. Servicing Bunbury, Busselton and the South West contact the team in Bunbury on 9726 2311 today for an obligation free quote or call into their showroom at 67 Halifax Drive, Bunbury.

How Do I Clean My Deck?

Chill the drinks and clean the barbeque, spring has arrived in the South West. The rainy, cold days leaving us couped up inside have come to an end, it’s time to venture outdoors and enjoy mother -nature in all her glory. No matter the purpose of your deck, whether an entertainer’s delight or a place to relax and unwind, spring and summer are the perfect seasons to use it to its full advantage.

If winter has left your deck looking a little worse for wear, here are some simple steps to have your deck spring and summer ready in no time:

Sweep Away Debris
High Pressure Clean
Scrub the Deck
Leave to Dry

Sweep Away Debris

Leaves, dirt and sand are often scattered over a deck after winter. A simple brush with a soft broom is a great way to remove this debris. If a more thorough clean is required, a stronger bristled broom and water may be needed.

High Pressure Clean

A high pressure hose is a great way to remove any remaining dirt or if you can’t access a high pressure hose, a normal garden hose will suffice. Whether using a high pressure or garden hose, be sure to clean the whole area. Put your safety first and remember to wear safety glasses, ear muffs and closed in shoes.

Scrub the Deck

Special deck scrub brooms can be purchased or a strong bristled broom can be used to scrub the deck. A thorough scrub of all areas of your deck will remove stains and any excess debris. If choosing to use a product to scrub your deck, ensure you follow the specific product instructions regarding dilution, application and safety correctly. When finished scrubbing, rewash the deck thoroughly with a high pressure or garden hose.

Leave to Dry

Give your deck sufficient time to dry and then stand back and admire your spring and summer ready space. Position your outdoor furniture and barbeque where you wish and say cheers to the warmer weather.

Want to add a deck to your home? Contact CPR Outdoor Centre for a FREE quote

To speak to the professionals about adding a deck to your dwelling contact the CPR Outdoor Centre team today. The team at CPR Outdoor Centre pride themselves on providing excellent customer service in a friendly and professional manner.

Drop in and visit our show room or give us a call. We are located at 67 Halifax Drive, Bunbury or phone us in Bunbury on 9726 2311 or Busselton on 9754 2657.

Do I Need a Building Permit to Build a Patio

Whether you are looking for a place to read a book and enjoy warm spring days or an entertainers’ delight to host a barbeque, a patio can be built to suit your lifestyle. With a large range of options when it comes to colour, size, and design, a patio makes the ideal addition to any dwelling.

A common question asked by home owners when building a patio is will they require a building permit. Here is some important information to consider:

• What Can Be Built

• The Size of the Patio

• Timeframes

What Can Be Built

A patio can be freestanding or attached to a dwelling and if enclosed, will normally only be closed on 1 or 2 sides. There are restrictions when it comes to the maximum allowed height of posts and roofs. Most patios have either a flat, gable or a combination roof with a gable roof allowing more height allowance. When a patio is being built in a residential zone, you must also consider boundary limits and if you’re dwelling is on a corner block.

The Size of the Patio

The Building Regulations 2012 state that construction, erection, assembly or placement of a free standing patio with a floor area of 10 metre squared or less and an overall height of no more than 2.4 metres doesn’t require a Building Permit. Check your local council regulation s to be sure.

Timeframes

The Building Act sets councils a timeframe in which they must assess requests for a building permit. Generally, the timeframe for approval of a building permit application is 25 business days from lodgement date with local council. If further information is required, homeowners are given an extra 21 calendar days to lodge this additional information. Generally, a building permit for a patio will expire after 2 years from the date of issue, however extensions may be available if extra time is needed for completion.

Contact the CPR Outdoor Centre team for a free quote today

To speak to the professionals about adding a patio to your home contact the CPR Outdoor Centre team today. The team at CPR pride themselves on providing excellent customer service in a friendly and professional manner. We offer expert and up to date advice on local council permit requirements.

Do I Need a Building Permit to Build a Patio?

Depending on the size and location, you may not need a permit; however, it is always best to check. If you are looking at having your patio built by a professional CPR Outdoor Centre have extensive knowledge and have submitted hundreds if not thousands of building permits to the local shires and councils. CPR Outdoor Centre will make it as easy as possible for you.

Drop in and visit our show room or give us a call. We are located at 67 Halifax Drive, Bunbury or phone us in Bunbury on 9726 2311 or Busselton on 9754 2657.

This is general information please check with your local council or CPR Outdoor Centre.

Discover the Benefits of Café Blinds

Cafe Blinds make all weather entertaining a reality, call CPR Outdoor Today.

Outdoor areas are a lot of fun. Here in Australia we always love to stay outdoors and enjoy the feeling it gives us; the fresh breezes, amazing view, family and friends and the other things we do to have a great time. Most homes have an outdoor entertaining area like a patios, deck or verandah. These areas can be a great place for relaxation.

To get the most out of your outdoor area, it needs protection from the weather conditions, whether it be rain and strong winds or the harsh rays of the midday sun; so you can enjoy your outdoor space it all year round.

A wonderful way to address the weather elements is to install outdoor blinds. Here are some of the benefits café blinds can give you.

Comfort

Being comfortable is an benefit you can get from café / outdoor blinds as it gives you a cozy feeling and brings convenience and warmth to your home on a cold winters day. You will not have to worry about unexpected weather condition. You can plan a party or BBQ and know your family or friends will have fun and have a comfortable place to eat and socialise.

Protection

Café Blinds will protect you from the scorching heat of the summer sun and also protect you from that heavy winter rains. The most important benefit of cafe blinds is it will make entertaining worry-free from any unexpected weather conditions. You can also create a warm winter nook to enjoy that winter sun as it pokes through from behind the clouds.

Aesthetic Purposes

Cafe Blinds Finishing touch for your patio

Cafe blinds come in in different sizes and will complement and enhance look of your home. They can add life to an used area at your place.

Flexibility

Cafe blinds can fit well wherever you would wish to install it. They are really flexible and you can even roll them up when you don’t need them. You can have your new blinds down when you need them and tucked away when they are not in use.

Affordability

Café / Outdoor blinds are very affordable and the perfect solution for you. They can improve the look of your outdoor spaces and make them useable at any time of the year. They can be installed into your home, at your businesses or workplaces.

Servicing Bunbury, Busselton and the South West, to discuss your outdoor blind needs call the team at CPR Outdoor Centre on 9726 2311.

How Can I Decorate My Deck, or Patio on a Budget?

Having a deck or patio built on your home is an addition certainly worth the investment as they all provide a space the whole family can enjoy. With designs and trends continually changing, homeowners are always looking for ways they can decorate these areas without breaking the bank.

Have you considered some budget-friendly ideas to decorate and style your outdoor area? Here are just a few affordable tips to consider:

Install a Vertical Garden
Give Old Furniture a New Lease of Life
Use Decorative Screens

Install a Vertical Garden

Adding height to your outdoor area not only fills in space but eliminates the need to spend money on plants to fill the whole of your outdoor area. A vertical garden draws the eye upwards and can be used to decorate a wall, gate or railings around your outdoor area. A vertical garden can be a green wall, fresh herbs, bamboo, hanging flower baskets or any plants or vines that are aesthetically pleasing and easy to maintain.

Give Old Furniture a New Lease of Life

Old furniture can be given a new lease of life in many ways. Wooden furniture can be sanded back and repainted in a new colour to fit in with the design and colour scheme of your outdoor area. Metal furniture can be refinished to make look new again. A table that you consider to now be outdated can be given a fresh look by adding a bright tablecloth or table runner and some modern table settings. Lounges and chairs can be given a totally new look by putting a throw rug over the back of them or adding cushions in a colour or pattern to fit in with the design of the area. Look out for sales at local stores and stock up on different decorative pieces.

Use Decorative Screens

A decorative screen has many uses in an outdoor area including being a decorative feature, used to create privacy or used to change the layout of your outdoor space. Decorative screens are available in many different types of materials, colours and textures including patterns which can become a real focal point. Create privacy by installing a screen to seclude a certain area of your deck, hide your bins, garden tools or equipment. A screen that is portable means you can change the layout of your deck to suit the occasion. Hosting a gathering? Use a screen to corner off a certain area of your deck, patio or alfresco.

Call CPR Outdoor Centre in Bunbury for all your deck or patio installation needs.

Thinking of adding an outdoor space to your home. CPR Outdoor Centre would love you to visit their showroom or they can come to you. They are conveniently located in Bunbury at 67 Halifax Drive, Bunbury, give the team a call on 9726 2311 for expert advice and a FREE quote.

Top Tips to Consider When Building an Outdoor Area in Bunbury

Adding an alfresco or patio area to your home will be a smart investment that you can benefit from for many years to come. This new space can be used for unlimited purposes from a relaxing space to chill out to a perfect place to host a gathering and party. Adding an alfresco or patio can also repay its investment as this new space can make the value of your home rise too.

What should you consider after making the decision to build an outdoor area? To ensure your home flows and to make the most of your new alfresco or patio here are our top tips to consider –

Weather Protection
Privacy
Access to Indoors

Weather Protection

Our harsh climate means you must ensure your area can be used all year round. To utilise your alfresco or patio no matter the season, you want it to provide shade and shelter.

Summer brings intense heat from the sun so it’s important to ensure your alfresco or patio provides enough shade and reduces the impact of glare and heat. Shade can be achieved through installing a permanent roof plus you could consider insulation or a ceiling fan for those really hot summer days. Extra shade can be achieved by using outdoor blinds.

While shade is a priority in summer, shelter is of importance in winter. Winter in the South West brings cold temperatures and significant rainfall. If fierce winter winds bring the possibility of rain entering your outdoor area, then it’s important to ensure electrical items like lighting are weatherproof as even though these items might be undercover they are still in an outdoor space.

Privacy

Being in full view to passing traffic and pedestrians or neighbours is no doubt something homeowners don’t want when using their alfresco or patio. It’s important to consider your main use of the area and what exactly onlookers will be able to see. View the site it is being built from the street and neighbours’ fences, so you know exactly where privacy is needed. Outdoor blinds are a great way to create privacy as is the use of decorative screens. Strategically placed plants are another smart way to ensure your alfresco or patio isn’t visible to onlookers.

Access to Indoors

Most homeowners love entertaining family and friends in their outdoor area. If this is the case for you, it’s important to ensure you have easy access to your indoor kitchen. While some outdoor spaces have their own cooking facilities such as a barbeque or outdoor kitchen, you may still need access to your indoor kitchen. Ensuring easy access to this area will eliminate long trips back and forth carrying hot or fragile items such as plates.

Access to a toilet and bathroom is also worth considering if using your alfresco or patio for entertaining. If you don’t want family and friends walking through your home to reach these facilities, it’s important to ensure your space is built allowing easy access to these rooms.

Call the team at CPR Outdoor Centre today to discuss your alfresco and patio needs

For expert advice on how an alfresco or patio can enhance your lifestyle, the team at CPR Outdoor Centre are only a phone call away. Servicing Bunbury, Busselton and the South West call the team on 97262311 or call into their showroom at 67 Halifax Drive, Bunbury today.

3 Reasons to Build a Patio in Bunbury During Winter

A patio is a wonderful addition to your home that can be utilised all year around. As the seasons change and the rain and winds settle in most people assume it isn’t the right time to have a patio added to their home. The truth is, winter can be the perfect time to build a patio. There are just as many positives of adding a patio to your home in winter as there is in summer.

Here are just a few of the benefits of building a patio during winter:

Enjoy the Outdoors – no matter the weather!
Shorter Waiting Times
Avoid Potential Damage to your Lawn

Enjoy the Outdoors – no matter the weather!

The sooner your patio is built, the sooner you can begin to enjoy it. We all know a patio is the ideal space to enjoy the summer breeze and share drinks with friends, but a patio can be used just as much during winter as summer. Add a wooden fire and keep cosy and warm during winter under your patio while still admiring the outdoors. Entertain friends under your patio during winter and avoid sand and debris being walked through your home. The possibilities are endless …. Who said winter is for staying indoors only?

Shorter Waiting Times

Building permits are often needed when adding a patio to your home. As less construction generally takes place during the winter months you may be able to secure the necessary permits in less time. Suppliers of building materials are also generally less busy during winter, meaning less chance of delays.

Avoid Potential Damage to your Lawn

Patio builders take great pride to ensure they don’t damage your grass or plants when building a patio. As the weather warms up, there is more moisture in the ground as a result of thawing. Moisture in the lawn tends to make it unstable, meaning when it is walked on it can be prone to marking. This is not the case in winter, the cold and frost help to protect the ground underneath resulting in damage being less likely.

Who Can Build my Patio during winter?

For all your patio needs, contact CPR Outdoor Centre today. Servicing both the Bunbury and Busselton areas, CPR Outdoor Centre pride themselves on their expert advice and service.

CPR Outdoor Centre service Bunbury, Busselton and The South West. Call the team in Bunbury on 9726 2311 or Busselton on 9754 2657 today to discuss your patio needs.

5 Ways to Create a Relaxing Outdoor Area in Your Backyard

Want to unwind after a long busy week? Create a relaxing outdoor area to provide a place to retreat to. Here are 5 great tips to achieve that relaxing feel in your garden:

Add a patio
Display furniture
Use lighting
Create a simple design
Add plants

Add a patio

Build a patio in your backyard to create a shady outdoor space that can be styled to make a peaceful space to relax and appreciate.

Display furniture

Enjoy a catch up with friends in your backyard lounging in comfortable chairs. Adding comfy furniture will make the area much more enticing and relaxing. A large cushioned sofa and armchairs will provide a place to rest and will also help cater for your many guests.

Expecting extra kids to come? Nothing is more pleasurable than a gentle swing. Kids, and even you, will love rocking gently making the most of the lovely ambience in your outdoor area.

Use lighting

Adding soft strategically placed lighting will create a tranquil atmosphere. You can even add a patio heater or fire pit and enjoy your outdoor area all year round, the cold air will never bother you.

Using candles will also create a soothing atmosphere in your garden and a romantic feel. Citronella tea lights will discourage the mossies so there is no need to worry about them spoiling your day.

Create simple design

A simple design and artistic organisation of your décors will create an area to relax and enjoy. Hide things such as garden hoses and clothes lines as they may ruin the beauty of your planned layout.

Don’t mix in too many colours. It is best to use two or three colours to create a harmonious feel.

Add plants

Make the most of your day off by adding aromatic plants around your garden. Lavender, chamomile and lemon balm have fresh and sweet scents helping to reduce anxiety and calm the body. Use a variety of plants to match your theme.

5 Ways to Create a Relaxing Garden

Need assistance creating your outdoor space? Contact CPR Outdoor Centre on 08 9726 2311 to discuss your vision, we build patios, carports, garages and sheds.

Who Can Build Me an Alfresco Area in Bunbury?

Adding an alfresco area to your home will be a gift that will keep giving. Not only can an alfresco increase your home’s value but can be used as an extension to your existing homes design. Gone are the days of when an alfresco area is just for a few chairs and a BBQ; now an alfresco area can be made into a stunning entertainer’s delight to enhance your lifestyle all year round.

Here are just a few ways an alfresco area can have a positive impact on your lifestyle:

Enjoy the outdoors through all seasons
Create an impressive outdoor kitchen
Change the purpose of your alfresco

Enjoy the Outdoors Through All Seasons

With the right planning, your alfresco area can be built in the correct location so can be used all year round. An alfresco area can provide enough shade to block out the harsh summer sun and have ceiling fans, meaning the hot summer months no longer are a time you want to stay indoors. Invite friends over and enjoy summer evenings catching up over a drink or two under your alfresco. Winter is the season most of us escape the cold and winds by taking cover inside, but an alfresco can be designed and built with heating plus the right materials to protect you from rain, wind and storms. Enjoy sipping hot chocolate and toasting marshmallows under your alfresco all through the autumn and winter months.

Create an Impressive Outdoor Kitchen

Become the envy of not only family and friends, but your entire neighbourhood by using your alfresco to build an impressive outdoor kitchen. You are only limited by your imagination of what features and equipment your outdoor kitchen could include. From a full outdoor kitchen to a pizza oven to a bar and grill station, an outdoor kitchen is a great way for any budding chefs to share their love of food and entertain others.

Change the Purpose Of Your Alfresco

As the years tick over, our homes living arrangements often change too. Couples can become families while families can become empty nesters. An alfresco area can be a multi-purpose area which can be utilised to suit those living in your home at the time. An alfresco makes an ideal “Zen Zone” for busy parents to relax and unwind, a great teen zone for teenagers to chill out or a great place for retirees to have lunch and watch the midday movie.

Call the Team At CPR Outdoors Today To Discuss Your Alfresco Needs

For expert advice on how a patio can enhance your lifestyle, the team at CPR Outdoor Centre are only a phone call away. Contact the team in Bunbury on 97262311 today for an obligation free quote today. CPR Outdoor Centre service Bunbury, surrounds and the South West, call for you free quote today.