North Park Wood Works – Interior & Exterior Design

Tips For Organising Your Belongings In A Rental Storage Unit

By North Park Woodworks on Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Renting a storage unit is an excellent solution for those who need extra space to store their belongings when they have limited space at home, or a life event is taking place, such as moving to a new home. However, the benefit of doing so only applies if you keep your storage unit organised and therefore make it easy to access everything you have stored. To assist you with that aim, here are some tips to help you organise your belongings effectively in your storage unit.

Choose The Correct Size Storage Unit

The first step to organising your rental storage unit is to choose the right size storage unit in the first place. Most storage facilities offer units of varying sizes, so make sure you choose one that fits your requirements. A unit that is too small will not store everything you want without the temptation to cram it all in no matter how disorganised that leaves it all. Conversely, renting a unit that is too big means you will be paying for unnecessary storage space.

To determine the right size, make a list of all the items you need to store, and estimate the amount of space required. Additionally, consider whether you will need to access your belongings frequently or not. This will help you decide on the best unit size for your needs. If you are unsure, speak to the storage facility staff who will happily provide you with expert advice.

Interior Design

7 Tips For What You Should Do After Your Carpets Have Been Professionally Cleaned

By North Park Woodworks on Sunday, March 26, 2023

One of the questions a professional carpet cleaner will almost invariably be asked after they have completed a carpet cleaning job in someone’s home is, “What should I do next?”. That question is usually asked concerning two time periods: the immediate hours to follow and the time between this carpet cleaning and the next.

After the professional carpet cleaning has been completed, the question will be about when the carpet is safe to walk on and how long it might take to dry. As for further ahead, the questions relate more to how a homeowner can keep their carpets as clean as possible in the interim between professional cleans.

To save you from waiting until the next time your carpet cleaner visits to get the answers to the questions above, we will give you a shortcut by providing you with seven tips that expert carpet cleaners would ordinarily give their clients. We hope they help you in your quest for cleaner carpets.

Landscaping

Common Problems When Tackling Landscape Design on Your Own

By North Park Woodworks on Saturday, June 19, 2021

It’s only natural for us to consider the DIY route for any job we undertake around our properties. After all, if we can save money, why wouldn’t we try? The problem is, not all jobs will go off without a hitch, including what might seem simple, like landscape design.

If you’ve been thinking about getting stuck into a DIY landscaping project on your own, think about whether you have the necessary expertise to handle the task. Otherwise, you may face some of these problems below.

Planting in the Wrong Place

You might know where you want your plants to go, but that doesn’t mean where you’re planting them is where they are going to thrive. You might have purchased a sun-loving shrub but then grew it in a shady area that sees no sun.

One way to waste a significant amount of time and money is failing to do your homework on plants. Each plant type has its own unique needs, and your backyard may not always be able to fulfil them.

Not Considering Your Lifestyle

Surprisingly, your lifestyle should feature heavily in your landscape design before you get started. Think about what you will be using the space for and how much time you have to dedicate to its maintenance.

For example, you might like a garden full of exotic plant varieties, but do you have the time to dedicate to pruning, mulching, weeding, and general care? Sometimes, limestone blocks and grasses are a better option, even if you had your heart set on something more elegant.

House Design Landscaping Renovating

Answers To The 7 Most Asked Questions About Millboard Decking

By North Park Woodworks on Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Most people are aware of or have heard of wooden decking, but what many are not so familiar with, are the modern alternatives such as composite decking and millboard decking. In particular, millboard decking seems to be one which few are particularly knowledgeable about.

This is a great shame because when compared to all other decking options, and especially when compared to wood decking, millboard decking has many advantages over them. Just in case you are reading this, and you too are not as familiar with millboard decking as you would like, Decking Sydney are going to answer some of the most asked questions about it.

Where Can Millboard Decking Be Used?

One of the great benefits of millboard decking is its versatility. This means not only can be used to enhance just about any kind of property, but the ways in which it can be used are varied too. Whether you want to make a small bench, planters for flowers, or a walkway around your pool, millboard decking is suitable for them all, plus a whole lot more.

Does Millboard Decking Require Sealing?

This often gets asked as wood decking will need sealing in order to protect it. However, you need not go to any trouble to seal millboard decking, as it will have been sealed properly at the factory as part of the manufacturing process. Not only does this mean less effort during installation, but your costs are reduced too.

Interior Design Renovating

How to Choose the Perfect Custom Kitchen Cabinetry

By North Park Woodworks on Thursday, January 7, 2021

What many people appreciate about being able to work with custom cabinet makers is having a say in what the cabinetry looks like. When you purchase kit-set kitchens, all components are pre-designed, leaving you with just the option of a few colours and styles.

But all that freedom of having a say in your kitchen’s design can be overwhelming. Here are a few things that you may be asked to think about before the final product is revealed.

Cabinet Door Profile

Cabinet doors are available in all sorts of different profiles. Such variety can mean you may have a hard time deciding on which type will suit your home. Of course, a kitchen expert will be able to offer their advice, but you can also make the decision on your own.

Some of the most popular options include recessed square, slab, raised arch, and recessed miter. These profiles are all unique, so take your time deciding which one will blend in with the rest of your kitchen’s design.

Material Type and Colour

One of the hardest parts about designing your own kitchen with a cabinet maker is choosing the materials and colours. You want a kitchen that’s uniquely you, but you also want to make sure it’s on-trend for prospective purchasers in the future.

Landscaping

Landscape Design On A Budget

By North Park Woodworks on Friday, November 13, 2020

Everyone adores an aesthetically pleasing garden where they can relax or spend time with their family and friends. Still, the thought of renovating a backyard or garden often comes with a worry that the new landscape design will be expensive. It is often enough to stop people turning their drab yard or garden into a thing of beauty, but it shouldn’t as we are about to explain

Let us say from the outset, landscapers can be affordable, and you can build a perfectly wonderful landscape design if you plan and execute the project appropriately. We have compiled some essential tips that will help to give your outdoor space a completely brand-new look, and it should not cost the earth. (As gardening puns go, it was either that or ‘Money doesn’t grow on trees’ 😊)

The key to saving money on any landscape design project is to plan it efficiently. Have an in-depth look at your current outdoor space and identify the areas you want to change. It is recommended you make a list and plan your new design focused on rebuilding these areas. Plan your design with your budget in mind and try to ensure the design uses as many ways to save money as possible.

Be creative with your landscape design, and do not always try to replace things. If something can be utilised again with a little amount of repair work, or customisation, don’t hesitate to do it. This way you will save money and be creating less waste.

Maintenance

5 Ways Commercial Carpet Cleaning Can Help Your Business

By North Park Woodworks on Saturday, April 25, 2020

If you run a business, you probably understand the importance of making a great first impression. However, what you may not realise is that everything counts – even the condition of your floors. Because of this, it could be time to book an appointment with your local carpet cleaning contractor.

Commercial carpet cleaning can help your business in a number of ways. In this article, we’ve looked at our five favourites, but remember that this is by no means an exhaustive list.

Clean Carpets Will Make a Good First Impression

The first thing you should realise is that clean carpets are essential for making a good first impression. And yes, the best way to get clean carpets is – surprise, surprise – employing a professional carpet cleaning contractor.

Honestly, there’s really nothing worse than walking into a business and being confronted with the smell of dirty, mouldy carpets. Don’t let your floors get into this condition, otherwise your business and its reputation will suffer.

Clean Carpets Will Keep Your Business Healthy

Along with making a good first impression, clean carpets will help ensure you and your staff don’t get sick more often than you should. You probably don’t realise it, but dirty carpets are the perfect home for a wide range of allergens and nasty bacteria.
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5 Hardiest Pot Plants

By North Park Woodworks on Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Not everyone is born wearing garden gloves. Sometimes, gardening is a learned skill, not one that comes naturally or for which you immediately have passion. If you believe there’s a fair chance that you’ll forget about your garden pots full of plants, then you’ll need to choose pot plants that will handle neglect. Here are a few such options below.

Perennials

If you’re quite forgetful when it comes to plants, then perennials may be an excellent option for you. Once you plant them, you can almost leave them to their own devices to flourish and thrive. Perennials such as garvinea, gerbera, and jade will also look stunning as they bloom, even if it’s not your effort that got them to that point.

Perennials will also live for around three to five years but will spend a lot of this time in and out of growth. If you don’t require the prettiest plants in your garden pots year-round, add these to your shopping list.

Succulents

Australian weather conditions can be quite harsh, with intense heat seeing only the most robust plants survive. Succulents will be one of them. These robust and beautiful little plants will look striking in your garden pots, but will also thrive on neglect. Ignore them, treat them poorly, and they will repay you by looking vibrant and colourful.

Landscaping

Best Easy-Care Landscaping Plants

By North Park Woodworks on Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Many people dream of landscaping their section to perfection but don’t want all the hard work that goes with it. While you could get a landscaper or gardener to take care of the arduous gardening tasks, it’s better if you can work with plants that don’t need you – the ones you can plant and forget.

If you want to keep your weekend for fun things rather than getting your hands dirty, then read on. Below, we cover a range of plants to talk to your landscaper about, to keep you out of the garden for longer.

Liriope

If you wouldn’t mind planting borders or green walls, then liriope is well worth considering for a low maintenance landscaping project. This beautiful plant is versatile, affordable, and you can buy it in a range of colours. If you want more at a later date, you can take a cutting from your original and watch as it blossoms. Liriope requires no maintenance, prefers sun and shade, and will adapt to wherever in your yard you place it.

Succulents

Succulents are the epitome of a plant you can “set and forget”. They don’t need you to water them, offer them nutrients, or care for them in any way. Instead, you can use them as ground cover, feature plants, and in green walls. Once you plant them, they only need sandy, free-draining soil and decent sun exposure. Their beautiful display of colours will lift your landscaping appeal without you having to lift a finger.

Landscaping

5 Best Drought-Resistant Plants for Landscaping

By North Park Woodworks on Friday, January 18, 2019

Australia is one of the driest places in the world, with some regions in South Australia only enjoying as much as 159mm of rainfall annually. If you happen to live in a typically arid region, then you’ll find landscaping to be a bit of a challenge and require the help of Landscapers. After all, what plants are going to thrive when it’s hot and dry?

Believe it or not, you don’t have to have sand and stones and no greenery. Some plants thrive in droughts and dry conditions that can form part of your outdoor paradise. Here are a few must-have plants for drought-ridden parts of Australia.

Agave

Agave might not be the most vibrant garden plant, but for landscaping in areas with minimal rainfall, it ticks all the boxes. Agave has thick green foliage and roots that dig deep into the soil layers. These roots manage to scope out available water when you didn’t think there was any. The leaves are also sharp, but the plant is unusual, low care, and requires minimal to no watering, which is why it is recommended by many landscapers.

Fraser Island Apple

Even though you have to offer this plant plenty of care as it reaches maturity, once it does, it no longer needs you. Fraser Island Apple is an evergreen tree that’s ideal for dry gardens. It prefers coastal conditions, loves free-draining soil, and will attract bees and butterflies to your landscaping. It’s a beautiful, low maintenance tree that grows clusters of cream flowers.