How do you keep your garden looking its best when the cooler months set in? Here are some top tips to ensure it receives the love and attention it deserves: Start Off With A Sturdy Foundation Nobody wants their garden to turn into a mudslide from the first drop of rain. Begin by creating […]
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How To Revive Your Agapanthus
Hi guys, Naomi Findlay here. Did you know I have a renovation course? You can check it out here! Just about everyone in this country has a bed of agapanthuses in their yard – they’re the go-to plant! When agapanthuses are young they are gorgeous and stay in their spot. However, as they age they multiply […]
How to Prepare Your Lawn for Winter
Hi guys, Naomi Findlay here. Did you know I have a renovation course? You can check it out here! There is one thing I love more than a bathroom renovation, and that is a lawn renovation! Today I have Aaron from Green Envy to discuss what we have to do to maintain our lawns as we […]
How To Repair A Cracked Retaining Wall
Hi guys! It’s Naomi Findlay here, back for another round of renovation tips. Did you know I have a renovation course? You can check it out here! I’m here with gardening and landscape expert, Aaron from Green Envy, to break down the key steps to fixing a cracked retaining wall. Key Points: A crack in a […]
How To Build A Deck
Hi guys! It’s Naomi Findlay here, your Rapid Renovation Expert. I have had countless questions over the years about how to build a deck. I was lucky enough to sit down with, actor and chippy, Rowan Howard to talk all things decks; the anatomy, the process of building, and all of his expert tips and […]
Outdoor Trends For 2018
Hi guys! Naomi Findlay here, your Rapid Renovation expert. What’s happening in the world of styling trends is always a hot topic. I was lucky enough to sit down with Jen Bishop from Australia’s leading interiors blog, Interiors Addict, to hear exactly what is hot and what is not in outdoor spaces for 2018. Key Points: […]
How To Transform Your Backyard Into An Outdoor Room
These days there is more of a focus on getting year-round use out of your outdoor area. Whether you have an entire backyard, courtyard or balcony, you can design your space into an extra room for your home. Whatever your budget, you can extend your home – whilst also boosting the value of your home. […]
5 Biggest Garden Mistakes You Don’t Want To Make
Do you want your garden to look it’s best all year around and for many years to come? Here are five simple garden mistakes you want to stay clear of that could save you time and money. Here is what not to do when you renovate your garden: Planting Before Installing the Water Tank Always […]
How To Create An Outdoor Space That Will Attract Buyers
Small backyard, HUGE backyard, patio, pool; no matter what type of backyard you have, you have the potential to influence buyers. Although a deserted backyard won’t be a deal breaker for most buyers, a beautifully renovated backyard will allow buyers to better imagine themselves in the space – which is what you want right? What’s […]
10 Tips for Preparing Your Garden when Selling
Are you preparing to sell your home in the near future? If so, it is important to ensure the outside of the house attracts buyers. A well-kept garden can add as much as 10-percent value to your home. Prior to selling, there are a few tips you can follow to ensure the exterior of your […]
Naomi Findlay is an experienced interior designer, project manager and stylist who also loves sharing her passions and experience by teaching others.