#garden design brisbane

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Brisbane Driveway This is an illustration of a sizable modern front yard with concrete pavers in the summertime.

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Driveway Driveway Brisbane Design ideas for a large contemporary full sun front yard concrete paver landscaping in summer.

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Driveway in Brisbane

This is an illustration of a sizable modern front yard with concrete pavers in the summertime.

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Front Yard Concrete Pavers in Brisbane This is an illustration of a sizable modern front yard with concrete pavers in the summertime.

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I'M STILL IN CHICAGO (if that's even the lyrics) you can't have tequila a city without half a gram cars can ya?

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Privacy - Contemporary Pool Example of a large trendy backyard stone and custom-shaped privacy pool design

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Fire Pit - Landscape Photo of a mid-sized tropical partial sun backyard stone formal garden with a fire pit.

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At Furite Canopy, we offer a several, customised design options to boost the allure and value of your property.

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Jerry has lots of dollar-stretching ideas for saving money in the garden.

1. Free plants:

Saving seed can be a life-changing experience. You can easily save lots of seed, giving you lots of opportunity to experiment without fear of failure, as well as the option of giving some away. Store in airtight containers such as old jars; save silica gel to go with the seeds to keep the seeds dry in storage.

To collect seed, use old panty hose to slip over the ends of plants with pods that explode - as some pea plants and brassicas.

You can also propagate by cuttings. Jerry prunes plants at a good time to take cuttings - usually after they’ve finished flowering. Jerry also uses recycled pots and potting mix, making it even cheaper.

2. Free fuel:

Animal manure is great and often freely available - Jerry managed to source some camel and buffalo dung when a circus recently came to town!

Always compost manure first, to remove any weed seed or residual chemicals they may be carrying.

Jerry also recycles any dead cane toads he finds as roadkill, by burying them under his fruit trees.

Mulch is essential in any garden - Jerry uses several types - but it can be expensive. Check with your local council to see if wood chippings from pruned street trees are available, or make your own leaf mold from raked up leaves; simply pile up the leaves, keep them moist, and wait for them to decompose.

The result is low in nutrients and high in carbon so it’s perfect as a surface mulch or for growing ferns and palms.

Potting mix - Jerry makes his own, using equal parts of garden soil, horticultural sand and old potting mix.

3. Upcycling:

Repurpose material that would otherwise end up in landfill, such as polystyrene foam boxes, which are great for growing plants as they are lightweight and they insulate the plants’ roots from heat and cold.

Other uses include as part of a worm farm or as a self-watering container.

Jerry grows strawberries in these boxes – the extra height helps keep the fruit from pests on the ground.

He also uses them to store pots with cuttings in as it keeps the plants at an even temperature, plus it’s easy to cover the boxes to create a mini greenhouse or shadehouse if needed. For shade he uses old net curtains found at op shops.

4. Trading:

Some plants give you more than you’d ever need, especially citrus. Jerry makes loads of different marmalade, which he trades for eggs or avocadoes that he doesn’t have.

5. Buy once, cry once:

By this Jerry means pay more for quality equipment that will last. Cheap equipment is often not meant to be serviced or repaired, but good-quality items will be designed to take replacement parts and are worth fixing. Jerry still uses his grandfather’s hand mower and mattock, and has other equipment that is many decades old.

Filmed on Quandamooka, Turrbal & Yuggera Country in Brisbane, Qld

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Announcing: The Contributors to Our Next Anthology, Aether Beyond the Binary

Duck Prints Press’s next anthology, slated for crowdfunding during the fall of 2023, is Aether Beyond the Binary. This innovative and unique collection includes 20 stories featuring characters outside the binary exploring modern-ish Earth aetherpunk settings where the technology is fueled by magical aether. Stories range from fluffy to dark (but we guarantee happy endings!), in settings where aether was just discovered and those where it’s been known about for centuries. 

What is aetherpunk? Imagine a world where there’s technology not unlike what we have in the modern world, except that instead of that technology operating using the principals that we, now, would call “science,” that technology operates using magic! That’s aetherpunk—the awesome union of technology and complex magical systems in magic-suffused worlds to produce unique settings that resemble modern-day Earth but are also very, very different. With aetherpunk stories, the impossible becomes possible, and new solutions to the world’s problems become available!

We’ve been hard at work on this anthology since February, and currently the stories are being edited to polish them up. 

For this collection, we recruited 20 authors – 9 who’ve written for Duck Prints Press before and 11 who haven’t. We’re thrilled to have some folks returning from our earliest anthology Add Magic to Taste, and we also have some work-with-the-Press-but-this-is-their-first-anthology contributors. It’s a really wonderful group of people, and getting to know them all has been a lovely part of working on this collection. And – the stories are g.r.e.a.t. You’re not gonna want to miss this one.

And now for the fun part…

MEET THE CONTRIBUTORS!

boneturtle

boneturtle (they/them) comes from the other side of the portal and is still looking for their home in this world. in the meantime they write softhearted villains and dangerous heroes making breakfast, saving the world, falling in love, and everything in between. boneturtle is not, contrary to previous assertions, an archelon. 

Links: Personal Website | Archive of Our Own | Tumblr

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Ellen Faye

Ellen has been a dreamer and designer of worlds all her life. She has been involved in many fandom environments over the years but most recently jumped with two feet into Supernatural, and never surfaced. She has shared many stories online (as Ellenofoz), but she’s grateful to be able to take the leap into published works with the Aether Beyond the Binary anthology. 

Ellen lives in Brisbane, Australia, and spends her days writing code. By night, she reads and writes stories, watches shows, and plays games involving magic, science, historical adventures or romance—sometimes all at the same time. She co-hosts a podcast about Supernatural fanfiction, but can also be found enjoying Star Wars, Marvel, Doctor Who and other assorted fandoms.

Links: Archive of Our Own | Twitter

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Scarlett Gale

Scarlett Gale is the author of His Secret Illuminations and His Sacred Incantations. Long ago, under another name, she was the co-author of Needles and Artifice (Cooperative Press; 2012), featuring a rollicking romantic steampunk adventure novella and associated knitting patterns, of which she also designed several. She writes and produces fringe theatre plays based on B-movies, such as Bodacious Barbarian Babes vs. The Indigo Empress and Showgirls of Beast Island. She is a co-producer of the Alison-Bechdel-approved Bechdel Test Burlesque, which in 2017 was included in the Women and Gender Studies curriculum at the University of Oregon. She lives in Seattle with her wife where she gardens, knits, reads, and drinks warm beverages. Unsurprisingly, she also has cats. 

Link: Personal Website | Tumblr | Twitter

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Rhosyn Goodfellow

Rhosyn Goodfellow is an author of queer romance and speculative fiction living with her spouse and two dogs in the Pacific Northwest, where she is sad to report that she has not yet mysteriously disappeared or encountered any cryptids. Her hobbies include spoiling the aforementioned dogs, drinking inadvisable amounts of coffee, and running unreasonably long distances very slowly. She’s secretly just a collection of loosely-related stories dressed up in a meat suit. 

Links: Personal Website | Instagram | Mastodon | Tumblr | Twitter

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Catherine E. Green

Catherine E. Green (pronouns: xe/xem/xyr or they/them/their) is an agender person, one who’s had an on-again, off-again love affair with writing. Xe began writing when xe was a wee thing, when xyr other major pastimes were playing xyr mother’s NES and roughhousing with the boys next door. It’s only in the past few years that they have begun writing consistently and publishing their writing, fanfiction and original writing alike, leading to their first published short story titled “Of Loops and Weaves.” 

Outside of writing, xe is a collector of books and sleep debt and an avid admirer of the cosmos. Playing video games, reading a variety of fiction genres (primarily fantasy, queer romance, and manga and graphic novels of all kinds), and working on wrangling their own personal data archiving projects occupy most of their free time. Xe has also started meeting up with a local fiber arts group and is excited to be crocheting xyr first scarf.

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Elior Haley

Elior has spent much of the past few years primarily writing for fanfic exchanges. Currently, he’s in the process of slowly working his way through university. When not writing or studying, he can be found binding books, drawing, ice skating, and—very occasionally—playing the violin. His story in Aether Beyond the Binary is his first published work.

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Zel Howland

Zel (they/she) is a writer and artist currently living in Los Angeles with their partner. When not writing, they spend their time painting, embroidering, analyzing literature and tv shows, and playing Dungeons & Dragons. They are the author of many a fanfiction, as well as the novel The Shadow of Ophelia Walker.

Links: Archive of Our Own | Tumblr

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ilgaksu

Full-time fandom cryptid, Furby enthusiast, and the human embodiment of that one gif of Elmo on fire, ilgaksu was born and raised in an undisclosed location, living in several others, and now currently residing in [REDACTED]. Their interests include collecting haunted toys, using their artistic practice as an excuse to forget to do their laundry, and playing with fictional men like Bratz dolls. They have not unclenched their jaw yet today, but they do remember to drink lots of water.

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Bettina Juszak

Originally from Germany, Bettina has (so far) spent time in the US, the UK, and Canada. She is particularly interested in exploring questions of music and language in imaginary worlds, aided by degrees in linguistics and literature. When not writing, she loses herself in hobbies such as archery, cross-stitch, attempting to learn yet another language, and complaining about the amount of space her book and notebook collection takes up. Her first published work appeared in the Upon a Twice Time anthology published by Air and Nothingness Press, and she is working on a second original novel – despite the first one not having seen the light of day yet.

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Nicola Kapron

Nicola Kapron has previously been published by Neo-opsis Science Fiction Magazine, Rebel Mountain Press, Soteira Press, All Worlds Wayfarer, Mannison Press, and more. Nicola lives in British Columbia with a hoard of books—mostly fantasy and horror—and an extremely fluffy cat.

Links: Personal Website

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Kelas Lloyd

Kelas is a disabled, trans, bi author and artist currently (unfortunately) living in Texas. They graduated from the University of Central Florida with an English degree and love cats, tea, and all things speculative fiction. A lot of their writing features magic or disability or both, and they’re often found in Star Trek, Mass Effect, Babylon 5, and Untamed spaces. You can also find them in a lot of bead and resin spaces, because they love making sparkly jewelry of all sorts. 

Previously published pieces include an article on disability in The Last Of Us, short stories in two publications by Shacklebound Books, a pair of poems about being trans, an essay on disabled life, and a whole bunch of pieces about San Diego Comic-con. They’re single, an Ernie looking for their Bert, but they have a found family that stretches around the globe and some of their birth family accepts them for who they are. 

You can find out more about them at kelaslloyd.com.

Links: Personal Website | Archive of Our Own | Twitter

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Lyonel Loy

Lifelong maladaptive daydreamer, finally working up the courage to write those daydreams down. Spends time cosplaying as a Responsible Adult With A Job.

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Mikki Madison

Mikki Madison has been writing stories since she was seven years old. While she is most prolific in fanfiction and has works scattered among more than a dozen fandoms, she has been making strides into original fiction. Her favorite genres to read are romance, fantasy, and cozy mysteries.

When she isn’t reading, writing, or falling headfirst into a new fandom, she can be found baking, doing puzzles, walking her foster dog, doting on her niblings, or playing Pokemon Go. She has also written under the name M.K. Mads.

Link: Tumblr

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Sebastian Marie

Sebastian Marie (he/him) is an engineering student with a lot of opinions about dragons, pirates, and sword fighting. Track him down on Ao3 or Tumblr and he’ll share these opinions gladly, just be prepared for music and some excited shouting. His original works often combine fantasy and dystopia into what he calls “queer fantasy hopepunk,” something that will be explored in his future novels. He loves to write conflicting traditional and non-traditional family dynamics, especially where they intersect with queer relationships. And if he can throw werewolves and brujas into the mix? So much the better. When not writing, frantically studying, or reading, he can be found singing loudly, sewing impractical coats, and going on long rambling walks while plotting stories (and occasionally falling into rivers). 

Also, he’s also the guitarist and one of the lyricists of folk punk band Here Be Dragons, who hope to have their debut EP out near the end of Fall, 2023. 

This is his third time writing for Duck Prints Press, having previously contributed to Aim For the Heart and She Wears the Midnight Crown. This brings his grand total of published works up to three! He’s looking forward to more, as soon as he gets some sleep. 

Links: Archive of Our Own | Tumblr

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Alec J. Marsh

Alec lives in the Pacific Northwest, where they write romantic adult fantasy and self-indulgent fanfiction. They make candles inspired by their favorite characters.

Links: Etsy | Instagram | Twitter

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Flore Picard

I’m a linguist and translator who lives in France and I have been itching to write since I learned how to. I started writing (fan)fiction more regularly when I was procrastinating on my PhD dissertation, and I haven’t looked back since. I’m also an artist who loves drawing both fanart and original art, and I have a passion for patterns and systems, for the beauty at the edge of chaos and the complexity of being human. I tend to write about queer and disabled characters finding themselves and each other and learning to take up space in the world.

Link: Instagram | Twitter

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S. J. Ralston

S. J. grew up in a distinctly weird, distinctly southern hometown, then hied out West for grad school before landing in Texas, where they currently work as a planetary scientist. They’ve been writing original works and fanfiction since they could hold a pencil semi-correctly, and continue to write both whenever possible (as well as still holding a pencil only semi-correctly). In their clearly copious spare time, S. J. enjoys hiking, tabletop RPGs, jigsaw puzzles, and enthusiastically crappy sci-fi. 

Link: Personal Website

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Em Rowntree

Em Rowntree’s first foray into the world of writing was with a story called The Magic Land that featured a unicorn and a flying carpet the size of a country, and they’ve been chasing that high ever since. They’ve been sharing their writing online for almost seven years, and have had poems and short stories published in anthologies. They live in the UK.

Links: Twitter

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Terra P. Waters

Terra is a scientist by day who lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family. She has been writing fiction as long as she can remember, and has always told her partner of 17 years that if she wasn’t a scientist, she would be an author. During grad school, she discovered fanfiction and immediately began writing her own. After many years and several fandoms (including Teen Wolf, Hawaii Five-0, and Stranger Things), she returned to writing original fiction. To date, she has self-published two novellas in a 90s-nostalgia polyamory comedy series and has drafted two YA/NA sci-fi novels. When not doing science or writing, you can find Terra indulging her yarn addiction and knitting. 

Links: Archive of Our Own | Tumblr | Twitter

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Cecil Wilde

Tea enjoyer, knitter, dead language enthusiast, self-warming cat bed and future eccentric lit professor Cecil Wilde has also written and published, in various forms and guises, nearly 3 million words to date. They do not plan to stop until Death intervenes, should it dare. 

Links: Instagram | Tumblr | Twitter

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Want to be sure you don't miss out on this awesome anthology when we formally launch our crowdfunding campaign? Make sure you keep an eye on our many social media accounts, subscribe to our newsletters, and follow our Kickstarter profile!

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CV

SHELLEY THEODORE Born in Brisbane, Australia Lives and works in London, Barcelona and France https://shelleytheodore.tumblr.com/ https://www.axisweb.org/p/shelleytheodore/ EDUCATION 2012 MA Visual Art (Fine Art), Camberwell College of Art, University of the Arts, London 1995 Bachelor of Fine Art (Hons), Goldsmiths College, University of London 1992 Dept of Continuing Education, Goldsmiths College, University of London, Certificate in Art 1980 Bachelor of Social Work, University of Queensland, Australia SELECTED EXHIBITIONS AND PUBLICATIONS 2022 Artist Feature Special Issue: Best Artists of 2022 Magazine 43, Hong Kong 2022 Magazine 43 Film Friday featured artist April 2022 https://magazine43.substack.com 2021 Deptford X Festival, Art in the open Supported Application Guide shapeslewisham introducing@shelley_theodore 23 March 2021 Deptford London 2021 Post Analogue Labyrinth IV, virtual exhibition, https://www.artsteps.com/view/ 6092eeaca33cc06fe89a823f 2019 Post Analogue Labyrinth Ill, as part of DEPTFORD X FRINGE, AAJA Deptford 2018 Post Analogue Labyrinth 11, Sister Midnight Records 4 Tanners Hill London Gaze, Axisweb: Contemporary Art UK Network, online exhibition Aesthetica Issue 81, p157, Artists' Directory, Published on Jan 24,2018 2017 Drawing Open, 26 -28 May, No Format Gallery, Arch 29, Rolt Street, Deptford 2016 Prison Drawing Project, Dean Road Prison, Scarborough, UK Artrooms Fair 2016, Melia Whitehouse Hotel, London 2015 Uncertain States Annual, Mile End Art Pavilion, Mile End 2014 Pala, an online digital program of artist's film and video works curated by Laura Mansfield 2013 Bloomberg New Contemporaries 2013, Spike Island, Bristol, and ICA, London 8 STUDIOS FROM HERE, Faircharm Studios, Deptford Postcard From My Studio, Acme Project Space 44 Bonner Road, Bethnal Green, London 2012 Crash OPEN, Charlie Dutton Gallery, 1a Princeton Street, London The Salon Art Prize Exhibition 2012, Matt Roberts Art, 25b Vyner Street, London Jerwood Drawing Prize Exhibition 2012, Jerwood Space, London No Now, Space Station Sixty Five, Kennington Bend over Shirley, Beaconsfield Contemporary Art 2011 CCW Artist Moving Image, HMV Curzon, Wimbledon 'Chain letter' worldwide exhibition 2011, GIBSMIR family, Zurich, Switzerland. Flash in the Pan, curated by Naomi Sidefin and David Crawford, Beaconsfield Contemporary Art The Unsung Heroes of the studio, ASYLUM, The Chapel, Caroline Gardens, Peckham 2010 Peckham Space Open, Peckham Space, Peckham Deptford X Fringe Award, Deptford X Fringe Nunhead Open Art Exhibition, The Surgery, Nunhead 2009 Creekside Open, selected by Mark Wallinger, APT Gallery, Deptford Creekside Open, selected by Jenni Lomax, APT Gallery, Deptford 2008 London Art Fair, Islington, Beverley Knowles Fine Art 2007 London Art Fair, Islington, Beverley Knowles Fine Art RESIDENCIES 2022 Studio Residency, San Quirze Safaja, Barcelona 2021 Photography Workshop with Architect Lisa Harmey and architecture students University of Cardiff, UK 2015 'Backs to the Future' Residency, FIVE YEARS 66 Richmond Studios, 8 Andrews Road, E84QN 2014 2014 LUX Critical forum, London 2012 Gasworks Curatorial Workshop, Gasworks 2011 Urban fabric 2 (UF2) Paradox Conference, Crawford College of Art and Design, Cork, Ireland 'Sculptural Drawing Collaboration', The Woodmill Project Space, Bermondsey

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Professional Landscaper services in Brisbane

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Enhance Your Property with Decorative Fencing in Brisbane

Transform your property with stunning decorative fencing in Brisbane, blending style and functionality. Offering a wide range of materials, designs, and finishes, our fences are tailored to complement any home or commercial space. From intricate patterns to modern minimalist styles, our decorative fences provide privacy, security, and curb appeal. Perfect for gardens, driveways, or property boundaries, these fences are built to withstand Brisbane’s climate while adding timeless elegance. Trust our expert team for professional installation and exceptional craftsmanship. Contact us today to explore our decorative fencing solutions and elevate your outdoor spaces.

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The Benefits of Outdoor Cleaning

During outdoor cleaning, keep safety in mind. Be sure to clear out areas that contain electrical installations, and take proper precautions when using equipment that can cause hazards such as a power washer.

Algae and mildew can cling to concrete and paved surfaces, leaving unsightly green stains and deteriorating their appearance. White vinegar can help kill these unwelcome guests and restore the beauty of outdoor surfaces.

Clean Your Space

A clean outdoor area is a welcoming space to relax and outdoor cleaning. It also helps you connect with nature and fosters a sense of serenity. However, the outdoor cleaning process can be daunting, especially if you have a large area to tackle.

Proper preparation is essential to guarantee a seamless cleaning experience. Before you begin, remove any furniture or decorations that could obstruct your work. This will give you the freedom to move around the area and complete your outdoor cleaning effectively. Additionally, wearing safety goggles and gloves will protect your eyes from debris and chemical splashes while safeguarding your hands.

Furthermore, a proper understanding of the specific needs of different materials will help you select and use suitable cleaning solutions for your outdoor spaces and furniture. For example, wood requires gentle cleaning to avoid causing damage. Additionally, seeking recommendations from professionals or reputable sources will further improve the effectiveness of your cleaning efforts.

Revitalize Your Garden

Creating and maintaining a beautiful garden is not only a form of beautification but also a way to promote mental wellness. Studies have shown that spending time in a clean outdoor space helps reduce stress and improves one’s overall sense of wellbeing.

Revitalize your garden by removing dead plants, weeds and debris. Rake the lawn to remove thatch and promote healthy growth, and prune overgrown shrubs. Add a pop of color to the landscape by planting new flower beds or refreshing existing ones.

Pressure washing is an effective way to clean many of the surfaces that facilities teams are responsible for cleaning. However, using excessive amounts of water can lead to runoff and cause harm to nearby waterways. To avoid this, consider using Safer Choice-certified outdoor cleaning products to minimize runoff and protect the environment. This will save water, money and improve safety. It’s also important to use a nozzle when pressure washing to control the amount of water being used.

Revive Your Outdoor Furniture

While outdoor furniture is designed to withstand the elements, it can still become dingy and dull after repeated use. To make your backyard more inviting, start by dusting off the furniture and wiping surfaces with a damp cloth to remove surface grime.

Plastic and resin furniture usually doesn’t require intense cleaning; a spray down with a hose and a wipe-down with a mild soap and water mix is often enough to keep it looking new. If stains do set in, try a vinegar dilution or full-strength bleach to remove them.

If you have wood furniture that needs some TLC, try sanding faded areas to reveal fresher wood and add a renewed luster to the piece. Todd recommends a 180-grit sandpaper for this project. Once you’ve cleaned and revitalized your outdoor furniture, you can sit back and enjoy all the beauty your yard has to offer.

De-clutter

A cluttered outdoor space is an Pressure Cleaning Brisbane, and it can also affect your mental health. Clutter can increase stress levels and cause you to feel overwhelmed. A clean, decluttered yard is a peaceful environment where you can enjoy the outdoors.

Begin your decluttering journey by walking around the yard and taking note of areas that need attention. Look for things like broken furniture, unused plant pots, or any other items that might need to be removed from the yard. This helps you establish a clear roadmap for the yard transformation that lies ahead.

Create functional zones for lounging, dining, and entertaining to make it easier to keep your outdoor space tidy. You can also invest in storage bins to help you stow away outdoor furniture, gardening tools, and other items when they’re not being used. With consistent maintenance, your outdoor spaces will be clutter-free for years to come.

[afflictedbythe-not-knowing]

Reputation Stadium Tour

Setlist

...Ready For It?

I Did Something Bad

Gorgeous

Style/Love Story/You Belong With Me

Look What You Made Me Do

End Game

King Of My Heart

Delicate

Shake It Off

Dancing With Our Hands Tied / So It Goes... (Acoustic) (Mostly played Dancing With Our Hands Tied but played So It Goes... at a few shows)

Surprise Song

Blank Space

Dress

Bad Blood/Should've Said No

Don't Blame Me

Long Live/New Year's Day

Getaway Car

Call It What You Want

We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

Rehearsals

Promotional Poster (Left to Right: Main Poster, Alternate Poster, Banner)

Stage (Map, Stage Design, B&C Stages)

Surprise Songs

Glendale: "All Too Well" Santa Clara night one: "Wildest Dreams" Santa Clara night two: "The Best Day" Pasadena night one: "Red" Seattle: "Holy Ground" Denver: "Teardrops On My Guitar" Chicago night one: "Our Song" Chicago night two: "22" Manchester night one: "I Knew You Were Trouble" Manchester night two: "I Don't Wanna Live Forever" Dublin night one: "Mean" Dublin night two: "How You Get The Girl" London night one: "So It Goes…" London night two: "Fifteen" Louisville: "Mine" Columbus: "Sparks Fly" Landover night one: "State Of Grace" Landover night two: "Haunted" Philadelphia night one: "Never Grow Up" Philadelphia night two: "Treacherous" Cleveland: "Babe" East Rutherford night one: "Welcome To New York" East Rutherford night two: "Fearless" East Rutherford night three: "Enchanted" Foxborough night one: "22" Foxborough night two: "Change" Foxborough night three: "Ours" Toronto night one: "Out Of The Woods" Toronto night two: "Come Back…Be Here" Pittsburgh: "A Place in this World" Atlanta night one: "This Love" Atlanta night two: "The Lucky One" Tampa: "Invisible" Miami Gardens: "Breathe" Nashville: "Better Man" Detroit: "Jump Then Fall" Minneapolis night one: "Begin Again" Minneapolis night two: "Tied Together with a Smile" Kansas City: "The Story Of Us" Indianapolis: "Forever & Always" St. Louis: "Hey Stephen" New Orleans: "Speak Now" Houston: "Wonderland" Arlington night one: "White Horse" Arlington night two: "All Too Well" Perth: "I Knew You Were Trouble" Melbourne: "I'm Only Me When I'm with You" Sydney: "22" Brisbane: "Starlight" Auckland: "Out Of The Woods" Tokyo night one: "I Know Places" Tokyo night two: "Wildest Dreams"

Special Guests

May 18, 2018 - Pasadena, California - Shawn Mendes - "There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back" May 19, 2018 - Pasadena, California - Troye Sivan - "My My My!" May 19, 2018 - Pasadena, California - Selena Gomez - "Hands To Myself" June 22, 2018 - London, England - Niall Horan - "Slow Hands" June 23, 2018 - London, England - Robbie Williams - "Angels" July 26, 2018 - Foxborough, Massachusetts - Hayley Kiyoko - "Curious" August 4, 2018 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Bryan Adams - "Summer of '69" August 25, 2018 - Nashville, Tennessee - Tim McGraw and Faith Hill - "Tim McGraw" October 5, 2018 - Arlington, Texas - Maren Morris - "The Middle" October 6, 2018 - Arlington, Texas - Sugarland - "Babe"

[charliesplumbing]

8 Water-Saving Technologies for Residential Plumbing

As global awareness of water scarcity increases, homeowners are becoming more conscious of their water usage. With plumbing technology advancing rapidly, there are now numerous innovative solutions that allow residents to conserve water effectively without sacrificing comfort or convenience. This article will explore eight cutting-edge water-saving technologies for residential plumber Brisbane Northside professionals, highlighting their benefits and how they can make a positive impact on your household and the environment. 

1. Low-Flow Fixtures

Low-flow fixtures have revolutionised the way we use water in our homes. These fixtures, including faucets, showerheads, and toilets, are engineered to use less water while still providing optimal performance.

Benefits:

Showerheads: Traditional showerheads use about 2.5 gallons per minute (GPM). Low-flow showerheads, on the other hand, can reduce this to as little as 1.5 GPM. This reduction not only conserves water but can also lead to lower energy costs, as less hot water is used.

Faucets: Low-flow faucets can reduce water usage by 30% or more, making them ideal for kitchens and bathrooms. Aerating faucet attachments further enhance efficiency by mixing air with water, providing a steady stream while using less water.

Toilets: Dual-flush toilets allow users to choose between a low-volume flush (about 1.1 gallons) for liquid waste and a standard flush (about 1.6 gallons) for solid waste, effectively reducing overall consumption.

2. Smart Irrigation Systems

In many households, outdoor water use can account for a significant portion of total consumption, particularly in regions with hot climates. Smart irrigation systems represent a proactive approach to managing outdoor water use.

Benefits:

Moisture Sensors: These systems use sensors to monitor soil moisture levels, ensuring that your garden is watered only when necessary. This prevents overwatering and helps maintain healthy plants.

Weather Data Integration: By integrating local weather forecasts, these systems can automatically adjust watering schedules based on upcoming rain or dry spells, optimising water usage.

Water Savings: Homeowners can expect to save up to 50% on outdoor water use, contributing to overall household water conservation.

3. Greywater Recycling Systems

Greywater recycling systems provide a sustainable way to reuse water generated from household activities. Greywater refers to wastewater from sources like sinks, showers, and washing machines (excluding toilet waste).

Benefits:

Water Reuse: This water can be treated and reused for irrigation, toilet flushing, or even washing machines, drastically reducing the need for fresh water.

Environmental Impact: By utilising greywater, homeowners help conserve potable water supplies and reduce wastewater discharge into sewer systems.

Installation Options: Systems can be installed as a DIY project for simple applications or professionally for more complex setups, depending on household needs.

4. Water-Efficient Appliances

Modern appliances are designed to be more efficient, consuming less water without compromising performance. Upgrading to water-efficient appliances can lead to significant water and energy savings.

Benefits:

Dishwashers: Newer models use as little as 3 gallons per load, compared to older models that can use up to 10 gallons. Additionally, they are often more energy-efficient than washing dishes by hand.

Washing Machines: High-efficiency washers use up to 50% less water than traditional top-load machines. Many also feature advanced sensing technology to adjust water levels based on load size.

ENERGY STAR Ratings: When shopping for new appliances, look for the ENERGY STAR label, which indicates compliance with strict water and energy efficiency standards.

5. Tankless Water Heaters

Tankless water heaters, also known as on-demand water heaters, heat water as it is needed, rather than storing hot water in a tank.

Benefits:

Energy Efficiency: By eliminating standby heat loss associated with traditional tanks, tankless systems can provide significant energy savings and lower utility bills.

Space-Saving: Without the need for a bulky storage tank, tankless units take up less space, making them ideal for smaller homes or apartments.

Endless Hot Water: As long as the unit is properly sized for your home, you can enjoy an uninterrupted supply of hot water, enhancing comfort and convenience.

6. Faucet Aerators

Faucet aerators are simple devices that can be attached to your existing faucets to reduce water flow while maintaining pressure.

Benefits:

Flow Rate Reduction: Aerators can limit flow rates to 1.0 or 1.5 GPM, significantly cutting down water usage without sacrificing the effectiveness of the faucet.

Cost-Effective Solution: Installing aerators is an inexpensive way to enhance water efficiency, as they are readily available at hardware stores and can be easily installed by homeowners.

Improved Performance: Many modern aerators incorporate features that enhance water delivery, such as laminar flow, which reduces splashing and improves overall user experience.

7. Pressure-Reducing Valves (PRVs)

High water pressure can lead to unnecessary water waste and increased wear on plumbing fixtures. Pressure-reducing valves (PRVs) help regulate and maintain optimal water pressure in your home.

Benefits:

Water Conservation: By lowering water pressure to an appropriate level (typically between 50 and 60 psi), PRVs reduce water consumption, which can lead to lower utility bills.

Extended Fixture Lifespan: Lower water pressure reduces strain on pipes and fixtures, decreasing the likelihood of leaks and prolonging the lifespan of your plumbing system.

Installation: PRVs can be installed at the main water supply line, allowing for uniform pressure regulation throughout the entire home.

8. Smart Leak Detection Systems

Undetected leaks can lead to significant water waste and costly damage to your home. Smart leak detection systems use advanced technology to identify leaks early, allowing homeowners to take prompt action.

Benefits:

Real-Time Monitoring: These systems use sensors placed in key areas (like under sinks, near appliances, and in basements) to monitor for leaks continuously.

Instant Alerts: When a leak is detected, homeowners receive instant notifications on their smartphones, enabling quick response and repairs.

Water Savings: By addressing leaks as soon as they occur, homeowners can prevent substantial water loss—leaks can waste thousands of gallons of water annually if left unchecked.

Adopting water-saving technologies for residential plumbing not only contributes to environmental sustainability but also provides homeowners with significant cost savings. From low-flow fixtures to smart leak detection systems, the options available today offer effective ways to reduce water consumption without sacrificing comfort or convenience. By investing in these innovative solutions, you can take meaningful steps toward a more sustainable lifestyle while ensuring your household remains efficient and eco-friendly.