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With summer fast approaching, there is nothing Kiwis enjoy more than to relax at home with family and friends, enjoying the sun, the fresh air and a few cold beers with the famous Kiwi barbecue. There's something deeply satisfying about cooking outside, and there is nothing like the smell of ame-grilled food to stir the appetite, and to taste all the better for being cooked and served in the fresh air. So, to expand on this, many are turning to the outdoor kitchen concept, which is a fabulous idea! An outdoor kitchen and dining area will give you the opportunity to entertain alfresco while cooking. New Zealanders are choosing to add these areas, and landscape designers and builders are experienced in creating all weather living spaces that are adding value and ow to indoor/ outdoor living.

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An outdoor kitchen does not need to be large, it just needs to be well planned and functional. Enabling it to become a place to relax and spend quality time with family and friends. Organising the outdoor space with the right equipment will make it a versatile outdoor "room" that needs to be visually appealing and to ow with the rest of your landscaping and exterior. It should be a welcoming inviting space thats a natural gathering spot. So, where to start; decide on the specic space, be it part of the garden, a patio or deck, and design the area to include items that will suit your requirements. The type of outdoor kitchen to be created will depend on the size of the area, and your budget. It can include something as simple as a storage cabinet for cooking gear, a barbecue, some seating, and a sun umbrella, or as ambitious as a full kitchen with bench-space, gas barbecue grill, wood-red pizza oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, wine chiller, sink bowl, dining space with TV Screen and an outdoor replace for ambience and heat. Also consider outdoor lighting. A good design will add effect and complete the look, while ensuring your area is illuminated enough to be enjoyed long into the night. Now to your products, choose the nish and materials well, for the use outdoors perennial choice, weather resistance and longevity need to be carefully considered. There are specic appliances manufactured for outdoor use available, and there are strict guidelines and regulations that need to be adhered to when using any electric appliance outdoors. For all the electrical requirements, the supply should be properly laid with external sockets and switches and also protected with a residual current device for safety. Materials suited for outdoor use are granite, marble, concrete, ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles, natural stone, stainless steel, marine ply, timber and other manufactured materials consider all options and choose wisely. There is a good selection of outdoor furniture manufactured to cope with the changeable temperatures and outdoor conditions of rain, moisture, humidity and sun exposure. These include dining sets, seating arrangements and sun loungers. To add a more permanent sunshade, retractable louvre roof panels will control the sunshine, shade and heat, and be a welcome addition on a very hot day. As with everything there is a maintenance requirement, remember good regular cleaning care will extend the life of all the products used. Cooking outside is a welcome change, it's easy but more fun! Your under utilized outdoor space could become the ultimate outdoor kitchen.

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Fittings & Furniture - Invest in good quality fittings. What might seem like a bargain at the start, may end up costing a lot more than you saved when they fail. Where possible ensure you are working with reputable brands that have been around for awhile, as if you need a spare part in the future, it will be easier to tack it down. Dont forget that in the bathroom you want to ensure your vanity surfaces and so forth are clean and hygienic from the outset. So think about the materials, fittings and furniture you are introducing to the space, as you want them to be sealed and easy to clean! Colour - As the bathroom is a space often used for applying makeup and looking at oneself in the mirror, colour plays an important role. Lighter colours will reflect the light and make your space look larger, while dark colours will absorb the light making the room appear smaller. The use of the same, or similar colours across all surfaces will allow the eye to move seamlessly across the space, making the whole area look larger. Floors & Walls - Waterproofing the bathroom isnt just about ensuring the water stays in your shower or bath, it is about protecting what is underneath as well as your walls and floors from swelling and rotting as a result of moisture. Hence it is critical that you dont scrimp on your floor and wallcoverings as it could cost you more in the long run! Ensure that whomever you engage to complete the work is licensed to do so.

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