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Lightweight Cladding Advantages

headoffice@buildpro.com.au (Josh Vick) — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 02:56:14 GMT

Constructing the exterior walls of your home gives you a wide range of choices for building products and supplies. Cladding materials come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, but depending on your requirements, one material may be better over the rest.

Many homes in Australia are now opting for lightweight cladding because of its numerous advantages and benefits. Here are 4 benefits you’ll need to consider when using lightweight cladding.

Benefits of Lightweight Cladding

1. Eco-Friendly

When you’re looking for eco-friendly lightweight building products and supplies, you can look to brands such as Hebel. Their panels produce less greenhouse gas emissions as compared to other materials like concrete or veneer.

2. Cost-Efficient

Lightweight cladding materials can take less time to install and requires less scaffolding than medium and heavy-weight wall cladding such as brick veneers. Lightweight cladding is also durable and will last a long time, so you don’t have to replace the panels every few years.

3. Fire Resistant

If you want to construct a home that’s safe from fires, you’d want to use lightweight cladding as they are generally fire-resistant. Brands like Hebel and Exsulite can withstand strong bushfires - the latter brand rates BAL-29 on AS 3959: Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas.

Look for building products and supplies that have non-combustible materials - ask your nearest BuildPro store for a range of choices.

4. Soundproof

If you value your privacy or want to reduce the noise you hear from the streets, then lightweight cladding will be your best friend when you seek peace and quiet. The aerated concrete cladding has a porous structure that soundproofs your interiors much more than a brick wall.

Lightweight building products and supplies are available at your local BuildPro location . Choose from a wide selection of brands and materials that would fit best for your construction project, be it aerated concrete cladding from Hebel or The Dulux Exsulite system, We have what you need. Contact us when you’re ready to make your exteriors better and brighter.

Why Choose Lightweight Cladding for Your Home’s Exterior

headoffice@buildpro.com.au (Josh Vick) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 10:38:20 GMT

Most Australian homes are, by tradition, made of bricks, but there has been a shift towards lightweight materials. As well, suburban areas are moving upward, not outward, with residential buildings on the rise. This movement needs lightweight building products and supplies that are long-lasting and economical.

If you’re thinking about building your home and what materials you’d like, why not use lightweight wall cladding? Style meets functionality and efficiency that can last a lifetime. We at Buildpro have listed down 3 important benefits of building with lightweight cladding.

Advantages of Lightweight Cladding

1. Aesthetically Pleasing

Designers have access to a wide range of colours, textures and decorative patterns. Lightweight cladding can be used in conjunction with more traditional building materials to create spectacular contrasts on exteriors buildings. Modern commercial buildings now use lightweight cladding to highlight straight lines and create a real WOW factor, residential homes are now able to do the same through Buildpro.

2. Enhances a Building’s Efficiency & Sustainability

Lightweight cladding possesses integrally reinforced base coats and a textured protective finish coat. Autoclaved aerated concrete cladding (AAC) in particular is fire and termite resistant and Buildpro are your number one stockists of Hebel who are the market leaders of AAC. It’s easy to install due to its lightweight material and is much more affordable in the long run.

3. Energy Efficient

Lightweight cladding materials provide continuous insulation that can reduce heating and cooling requirements of building interiors. Dulux Exsulite is Australia’s choice for when it comes to energy efficiency due to their full compliance with the Building Code of Australia which also includes weatherproofing and structural integrity. Buildpro are Exsulite system specialists in regional areas.

When you’re ready to find the right materials for your home’s exterior, visit your nearest BuildPro store and ask for lightweight cladding materials best for you. We carry all sorts of designs for homes and buildings such as natural stone to autoclaved aerated concrete in Australia. Get in touch with our team of specialists to learn more.

Why It’s Important to Seal Concrete Pavers

headoffice@buildpro.com.au (Josh Vick) — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 23:50:21 GMT

As the trusted paving supply store in the area, we are often asked by customers whether they actually need to seal their concrete pavers after installation. Sealing your pavers enhances their appearance and protects them from the daily abuse they receive from different external factors.

Benefits of Sealing Your Pavers

Sealing your concrete pavers ensures that your investment is protected for years. The last thing you want is for your new pool pavers to be stained with spilt drinks, BBQ grease or any other remnants from your pool party. Sealing the pavers allows you to clean them with ease and maintain their top condition for years to come. Plus, it can reduce the likelihood of weed and moss growing on its surface. Some sealants are designed to protect pavers from the harsh elements such as the rain, snow and the sun’s harmful UV rays. Sealing your pavers also enhances their vibrance and beauty, boosting your home’s curb appeal.

How to Choose a Sealer

With the wide selection of sealing products on the market, it’s important to choose the right one for your pavers. Film forming sealers seal concrete pavements while providing a water repelling layer that doesn’t alter the colour or appearance of the paver itself.

Meanwhile, wet look sealers, or non-film forming sealants, change the colour of the pavement, making it look wet. This can enhance the original colour, but if you are not a fan of a glossy finish, penetrating sealers are more suited for you. ce.

Buildpro is the premier building supplies store offering a wide range of products, from quality sealers to lasting adhesive products. To learn more about pavers and their sealers, send us an enquiry today.

The Best Colours for Your Home’s Exterior

headoffice@buildpro.com.au (Josh Vick) — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:34:19 GMT

Choosing the right wall paint, fixtures and furniture for your home can be a fun and creative exercise that can sometimes be overwhelming.

But designing your home’s exterior can be a little different, especially with a bigger space to work with and more elements to think about, from exterior colours to brickwork. You’ll need to choose which perennials and outdoor furniture will complement coloured building blocks, or even choosing between brick and block products that will make your home stand out.

One way to help you organize your exterior designing plans, you can hire a professional landscape designer or construction team to give you ideas to transform your living space into a stunning abode.

When you’re ready to bring your exterior to life, read this list of the best colours for your home’s exterior.

1. Warm Shades - Beige, Brown, Cream and Rust Building Bricks

These are neutral hues that work well with other colours and often exude an old-world charm and can be paired with any type of residential architectural style, be it Queenslander or Federation Revival. They complement light-coloured building bricks, so you can mix and match different shades to add a quirky yet classic personality to your home exterior.

2. Cool Shades - Blue and Grey Coloured Building Blocks

Modern homes often use cooler shades, with grey brick and block products particularly gaining more popularity in recent years. These coloured brick types give homes a dramatic look and contrast an evergreen and vibrant front and back garden. Like their warmer counterparts, cool-coloured building blocks also fit classic homes as much as modern residences.

3. White Building Bricks

Popular among coastal houses reminding homeowners of Greek beachside dwellings, white brick and block products give homes a clean and crisp look, and perfectly pop out among lush foliage. While white bricks are traditionally used for beach homes, they can be used for other kinds of residences that want to have that elegant ambience.

4. Primary Coloured Building Blocks

Do you want to have a neon pop of colour in your exteriors? Then try adding splashes of primary colours to your brick arrangement. In fact, you can mix white or grey building bricks and place bright red, yellow and green blocks, alternating them or making a random design to make your outer walls look quirky and unique. This personalised layout will turn heads and definitely inspire others to check if their own homes can have a fixer-upper.

5. Metallic Coloured Building Blocks

Metallic bricks are not exactly made out of metals, but give off a silvery feel. This gives your exteriors look sleek and ultra-modern, and generally makes a stylish and opulent statement. In case you simply want to experiment with metallic building bricks, you can try alternating steellike bricks with grey or white bricks to create a unique blend of timeless and trendy.

Bring about your style in your outer walls with BuildPro’s extensive collection of brick and block products. We offer a varied selection of coloured building bricks ranging from traditional to modern styles. View our online store or contact our team to find the best products for your home.

The Benefits of Concrete Pavers

headoffice@buildpro.com.au (Josh Vick) — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 04:58:29 GMT

Concrete pavers are quite flexible and strong construction materials perfect for any outdoor area in your home, whether it’s a patio, pathway or driveway. Setting your exterior paths with concrete pavers is one of the easiest ways to spruce up the outside of your home and make it more aesthetically pleasing.

In addition to its stylistic reasons, concrete pavers have numerous benefits. Here are the top 5 reasons why you should use concrete pavers around your home.

1. Durable

Pavers can handle any weight without cracking. Even if they do succumb to damage or cracks, it will take years before that happens, and they are relatively easy to replace with no complications.

2. Customisable

Concrete pavers come in different shapes and sizes, so you can choose from a wide array of styles that would best fit in the overall design of your home’s exterior. There are concrete pavers that look like natural stones, while others are clay brick pavers. If you’re planning to add concrete pavers around your pool area, you can use light coloured pavers. On the other hand, if you want to add a garden path towards your backyard, you can use earthy, stone-like concrete pavers.

3. More Affordable in the Long Run

The life expectancy of most concrete pavers is more or less 30 years. Clay pavers, for example, need only to be lifted and replaced without having to change the entire driveway or pathway.

4. Low Maintenance

The only ‘major maintenance’ pavers need are regular rinsing with a garden hose and daily sweeping. Sometimes persistent weeds grow in between cracks, but they’re relatively easy to pull them out from the roots. Otherwise, concrete pavers require little maintenance.

5. Weather Resistant

Concrete pavers usually have a rough surface and are slip-resistant. They won’t easily crack in a minor earthquake and under intense summer heat or cold, compared to poured concrete.

Choose a supply store with high-quality concrete pavers to help you select the right types for your home. BuildPro offers a wide range of designs for you based on your needs and budget. Find the nearest local BuildPro store today..

Upgrading Your Backyard With Buildpro Pavers

headoffice@buildpro.com.au (Josh Vick) — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 03:12:32 GMT

Pavers aren’t exactly the most glamorous or exciting element you can add to your landscape design. Often used more for practical reasons that aesthetic, pavers actually play an essential role in creating your dream outdoor space. From unique chessboard patterns and labyrinths to outdoor entertaining spaces, Buildpro shares the different ways pavers pave the way to quality outdoor living:

Create a Garden Path

Not everyone has the luxury of having a big sprawling backyard, and filling your already cramped space with tables, chairs and other accessories in an attempt to create an outdoor entertaining space only further constrains the space. Add clutter-free visual appeal to the space by creating a modern garden path, creating the illusion of depth and making the space look and feel much larger.

Pavers are usually laid close together, with the space between them filled in by a sand and cement mixture. Rather than follow the traditional pattern, you can create an interesting pattern by allowing enough space between the pavers for grass and moss to sprout in. You can choose square pavers for a tidier look or natural stone pavers for a natural appeal. Buildpro offers a wide range of paving block colours so you can create uniquely colourful and eye-catching patterns.

Surround Your Pool

Substitute pool surround pavers for your basic choice for a sleek and modern look. Pavers can provide a safe place to step or sit in while relaxing poolside without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. You can also create a path from pavers that starts from the pool to your outdoor seating area for visual continuity and easy transitions through your backyard.

Lay Out for an Outdoor Entertaining Space

Creating an outdoor entertaining space extends your usable space. However, simply setting up lounge chairs on the grass can lead to unwanted holes in your lawn. Pavers can provide a solid foundation for your patio furniture while improving the appearance of your yard. Selecting pavers in natural or rustic colours also transforms your backyard into a cozy retreat perfect for get-togethers.

Shop for quality pavers at the premier paving supply store , Buildpro. We offer a wide selection of options in terms of style, colour and sizes to suit your project. Drop by your nearest Buildpro today or send an enquiry online to learn more.

Achieving Hamptons - Style Interiors With Buildpro Bricks

headoffice@buildpro.com.au (Josh Vick) — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 05:20:53 GMT

The Hamptons’ style is immediately recognisable, exuding timeless elegance and effortless sophistication. It comes as no surprise that this is a style homeowners want to emulate in their own homes. Whether you are simply renovating a specific area of your interior or completely redesigning your home, there are a few key elements that truly emulate the Hamptons look. Buildpro explains how you can achieve these using our brick and block supply:

Create Contrast

Contrast different natural textures like stone, timber and building bricks to create a modern-rustic Hamptons beach house. Buildpro’s modern brick selection is an excellent choice for this design. If you already have existing brickwork in your home’s facade, you can juxtapose Hamptons-inspired features alongside this element. This can mean integrating features like stone paving paths and contrast feature walls or increasing the usable space by adding an outdoor entertaining area.

Choose a Neutral Palette

One of the major elements of a classic Hamptons home is its crisp and neutral colour palette. This colour scheme can be used both internally, on walls and cabinetry, and externally, on doors, trims and door and window frames. Along with natural hues, crisp white tones lend a fresh and timeless look to your Hamptons home.

Create Rustic Yet Sophisticated Styles

Hamptons-style homes are sophisticated but comfortable. To achieve this balance in your home, combine clean and modern elements with rustic, imperfect touches inspired by the utilitarian history of the style. One way to do this is by combining the simple lines of our designer bricks with barn-style wood elements.

Create Rustic Yet Sophisticated Styles

Hamtons-style homes are all about big open spaces reminiscent of vacation houses by the beach. Ensure that your interior has high ceilings and abundant lighting to make your home feel more airy and spacious. You can also achieve this by moving around furniture, strategically renovating the space or updating old furnishings.

Achieve the Hamptons’ classic look for your home with Buildpro’s selection of bricks for sale. We offer a varied selection of products including modern , traditional and designer styles. Browse our products online today or get in touch with our team to find the best options for your home.

Pavers, Bricks and Stone : A Guide to The Best Garden Path Materials

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 08:33:26 GMT

Pathways are a necessary garden feature. Aside from adding to the overall beauty of your landscape, they also allow you to easily access your plants for maintenance and enjoyment. There are several options you can choose from for your garden path, with each having their own advantages and disadvantages. Buildpro, the premier building supplies store, explains more:

Bricks

Bricks are a wonderful choice for garden paths that have a more formal look. Brick paths don’t erode, making them a great choice for areas with high foot traffic. While they can be more expensive than other materials, their long-lasting and low-maintenance surface make them a popular option among homeowners looking to make an investment. You can find a varied selection of bricks at Buildpro’s brick supply store.

Gravel

If you’re on a budget, gravel is a good option for you. It’s one of the cheapest garden materials available and allows water to drain freely. That said, it does require more maintenance than other materials and would need to be renewed every five years or so. Buildpro have a wide range of edging products to shape and control any number of gravel pathways.

Pavers

Like bricks, pavers are good for heavy use. Aside from their excellent durability, pavers also have a beautifully natural look that’s a good choice for homeowners looking for a more nature-inspired backyard. Installing pavers on bare soil can cause several problems, however, so construct a solid level base made of sand or gravel first before laying your pavers to prevent them from shifting. As a paving supply store, Buildpro carries a variety of pavers from top brands, so you can choose the one that best fits your budget and needs.

The best garden path material for you would depend on the amount of traffic that it will receive daily and on the style and design you prefer. Browse Buildpro’s selection of landscaping materials to find the best one for your home.

How to Choose the Right Bricks For Your Home

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 02:02:19 GMT

Your home’s exterior should set the tone for the rest of its design. After all, it’s the first thing guests see when they visit your home. While it can be difficult to choose an exterior material with a large variety of options on the market, building bricks remain as one of the most popular choices.

With their rustic appeal, unique aesthetic and high durability, it’s not surprising that bricks are a favourite among homeowners. Make sure you choose the best bricks for your home with these tips from Buildpro:

Know Your House’s Style

The brick that you choose will influence your home’s overall look and feel. Which is why it’s important to take its style into consideration when selecting a brick. You can gather ideas and information from the internet, from magazines and from display homes. Remember, the bricks will only be one part of your exterior, so they should be able to blend in and complement your existing exterior elements seamlessly.

Some homeowners even put together a “mood board” of their favourite buildings, trims, bricks and interior designs. As their mood board develops over time, the style of homes that best reflect their aesthetic and lifestyle become more apparent, making it easier to make design choices.

Consider the Colour, Texture and Size

Give a lot of thought to the colour, texture and size of bricks that you want. Would you prefer to simply choose at will or would you like to follow trends for inspiration? Textural elements that add character and charm to homes are currently big right now, and with brick textures offering a wide variety, from smooth to a more weathered look, they are the perfect material. You can even find bricks for sale that feature a shiny ceramic look that’s perfect for that mid-century design trend.

Create Contrasting or Complementary Looks

Your brick’s overall look isn’t reliant on its style alone, but in your choice of mortar as well. For example, an off-white mortar would look striking between dark coloured bricks, adding contrast and highlighting the shape of each brick. For a more unified appearance, on the other hand, you can match the colour of the mortar with the brick to soften the brickwork.

Buildpro offers a wide range of quality brick and block products from leading industry brands. Schedule a consultation with our professional team today to find the best bricks for your home.

What You Need to Know About our Junior Pros Program

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 05:30:17 GMT

The success of every business depends on the loyalty and patronage they receive from clients. For every product we offer, we strive to provide only the very best quality.

Thanks to our impeccable customer service and consistently great products, we have come to have a loyal group of customers that have helped us thrive and further improve our services. Without the trust and support of our clients, we wouldn’t have been able to be as successful as we are. We believe it’s important to give back to the community, which is why we’ve created our Junior Pros Program.

The Junior Pros Program

Our Junior Pros Program is designed to give back at the grass roots level. At Buildpro, we do this by supplying awards, quality equipment, uniforms and monetary assistance to Junior clubs. We understand how important these clubs are to the community, and we want to provide its members with a safe and inclusive environment that they can flourish in. As you live and work in your communities, we at Buildpro aim to help develop and enhance that within our regions.

To learn more about the Buildpro Junior Pro’s Program and how it can help your club, get in touch with our team today! You can also visit your local Builpro store for more information.

How to Make Bricks Work for Your Home

Fri, 24 May 2019 05:44:46 GMT

While building bricks have traditionally been used to build strong residential and commercial structures, new manufacturing techniques have allowed their use to exceed the practical. Simple brick and mortar builds now come in a wider range of colours, formats and finishes that make them a versatile construction material.

In fact, architects and interior designers have been experimenting and using this material in their projects for years to discover their creative potential and boundaries. If you are currently planning a home renovation and would like to use bricks to add a rustic appeal to your design, here are some important factors to consider:

Location

Bricks are made differently to suit various environments so it’s important to consider your home’s location when selecting the type of brick for your project. Living near the coast or in an area with high-saline soil means you would need exposure-grade bricks that have high resistance to salt damage. This ensures that you make the most of your brick’s life span and won’t have to worry about frequent repairs and replacements due to salt damage.

Surrounding Materials

Once you have decided on the type of brick, you need to select its design. Bricks have varying colours, textures and finishes which means it won’t be difficult for you to choose a style that complements the other existing elements in your home. If you are installing bricks in a dominantly wood home exterior, it’s best to select a brick in with a colour and texture that will look great alongside it. After all, you don’t want your new addition to look like out of place in your home.

Contrast or Blend In

When it comes to selecting the overall style of your bricks, you can go one of two ways: to contrast with the existing style or to seamlessly blend in. By choosing to contrast, you can use bricks to highlight a certain feature of your home such as a stunning artwork or a new window. Alternatively, you can use bricks alone to add an eye-catching feature to your home. A strip of red bricks would stand out in an all-white wall, adding depth and interest to the room without being overpowering.

Blending in means maintaining the current style and vibe, but that doesn’t mean you have to select bricks that mimic your existing materials. You can choose to complement your current style by choosing a texture or finish that heightens the beauty of the rest of the room.

Regardless of your project, it’s important to invest in quality products for long-lasting beauty and durability. Find a selection of top-notch bricks for sale at Buildpro ! As the leading choice brick and block supply , we carry some of the best brands in the industry to provide our clients with high-quality building materials.

You can also find a range of cleaning and maintenance products to help keep your bricks in excellent condition all-year round. View our brick selection online today or get in touch with our professional team for a consultation.

The Beauty of Porcelain Pavers

Mon, 13 May 2019 06:16:31 GMT

Porcelain pavers are one of the most popular building product supplies on the market and for good reason. Buildpro discusses these in today’s blog post.

Porcelain pavers are among the most versatile building products supplies as they can be designed to mimic the look of natural wood and stone. You not only get to enjoy the aesthetic appeal of said materials, but you also won’t have to deal with the common issues surrounding them like rotting in wood. Aside from their superior qualities, porcelain pavers are only a fraction of the cost of natural flooring materials. Here’s why you should consider this option on your next renovation

Versatile Beauty

One of the reasons why homeowners choose porcelain pavers is their aesthetic appeal. These add an air of luxury to the room because of their sleek and chic look. Porcelain pavers also come in a broad range of colours, prints and textures, so you can easily choose a style that best complements the rest of your property.

Excellent Durability

Compared with natural materials, porcelain pavers can offer excellent durability. Prefer the look of wood for your home? Thanks to the texturing and glazing techniques that are used in manufacturing porcelain pavers, you can enjoy the beauty of wood with the durability of porcelain. Additionally, unlike wood, porcelain pavers are fireproof, so you won’t have to worry about them contributing to a fire in case one breaks out.

Low-Maintenance Properties

One mistake homeowners often make when choosing materials for their home is failing to consider its maintenance requirements. This is important, especially for families on a budget, as these maintenance and repair costs can add up significantly over time. Selecting the cheapest material in a building supplies store may help you save up on upfront costs, but if they would cost a lot to maintain over time, are they really the better purchase?

Porcelain pavers are highly resistant to oil, water and even chemical spills, making them less susceptible to stains. These also won’t crack, rot, dry out or suffer from mold over time, maintaining their beauty for years. Porcelain pavers are protected by a glazed finish that improves its durability and ensures that you won’t have to retouch it for a long time.

Intense sun exposure can cause the bright colours of other flooring materials to fade, but not porcelain pavers. These never discolour, and do not require sealers, glues or resins in their manufacturing, making them a highly eco-friendly choice. Planning to install porcelain pavers on your pool deck? Their finish lends them a non-skid quality that greatly reduces the risk of slip and fall accidents.

If you’re in the market for top-notch porcelain pavers, turn to Buildpro . As the leading paving supply store, we can offer you a wide selection to choose from so you can end up with the best pavers for your home. Contact us today !