THE FENCE
FEBRUARY 2019
TRENDS.
Express yourself
with colour
Of all the elements of design, colour is the most powerful and personal. Colours are, by nature, an extension of your personality. COLORBOND® steel makes it easy to express yourself with colour.
With a variety of colours to choose from it’s easy to match, complement and coordinate your fence with the colours of your home.
Each colour has been inspired by Australia’s own magnificent backyard.
So whether you want colours that are subtle or bold, light or dark, cool or warm, you'll find colours that let you blend the natural charm of your garden with your home.
We understand you want to choose a fence that is easy to maintain, so you’re free to enjoy your weekends.
Over fifty years of innovation and performance-monitoring across exposure sites in some of Australia’s harshest conditions ensures that there’s no need to be spending your time painting, oiling or replacing palings.
Fences in Australia must be able to stand the test of time.
COLORBOND® steel won’t rot. It won’t be eaten by termites. When installed correctly, it won’t have any vertical gaps, visible footholds or loose palings and COLORBOND® steel is backed by a warranty* of up to 10 years from BlueScope for eligible applicants.
COLORBOND® steel is made to be compliant with all the relevant Australian Standards, so your decision to choose COLORBOND® steel will give you peace of mind that you’ve chosen a quality material to last for years to come.
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COLORBOND®, BlueScope & the BlueScope brand mark are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. © 2019 BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058. All rights reserved.
*Warranty subject to exclusions, application and eligibility criteria.
For full terms and conditions and to determine the eligibility
of your fence for the warranty visit:
bluescopesteel.com.au/warranties
or call BlueScope on 1800 702 764
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THE FENCE
FEBRUARY 2019
TRENDS.
Boost your kerb appeal
First impressions count. Whether you’re looking to sell your property or just want a home you can be proud of, simple transformations to the outside of your home can make your house stand out in the market, and on the street.
With kerb appeal accounting for up to 10% of a home’s value, in a fluctuating housing market, giving your façade a face lift can help attract potential buyers and get a better return on your biggest investment. With White Knight Ultra Pave, a range of easy-to-apply and long-lasting durable products, it’s never been easier.
Cherie Barber, White Knight DIY and Renovation Expert explains, "Driveways are often the first thing people see, but the last you’d think to renovate. Transforming this area is as easy as any paint project and much more affordable than resurfacing, giving an uplift in value for a minor investment. Some additional finishing touches like plants, mailboxes and house numbers, can also help spruce your home up instantly."
Follow Cherie Barber’s top tips on how to give concrete a new lease of life with White Knight Ultra Pave.
1. PREP
Cherie explains, "If you’re painting smooth concrete such as garage floors or new concrete around a pool, use Ultra Pave Concrete Etcher to roughen the surface and help the paint bond to the concrete. Mixing half a kilo with 5 litres of water, evenly pour over the dissolved mixture over the concrete and scrub with a broom, leaving it to foam up for a couple of minutes being careful not to let it dry.
"Preparing the surface correctly will ensure long-lasting results, so a crucial first step is to high pressure washer clean your surface, then allow to dry for 24 hours before painting."
2. PRIME
Before you start painting, prime your driveway by giving your surface another good sweep and make sure you have all the equipment you need – a paint brush, paint pots, roller tray and an extension roller. Cherie suggests using a roller with a 10mm nap to achieve a professional finish, easily.
Cherie adds, "I chose Ultra Pave Quick Dry, its touch dry in just 30 minutes and can take a second coat in just a couple of hours. To help the first coat stick, mix the paint with 20% water in a paint pot, a litre at a time, and mix in the pot before transferring into your roller tray."
3. PAINT
Cherie advises, "Choose a colour that will compliment your exteriors. For a modern look I like to use dual grey tones, with the darker shade on the paths and drive. For this project I used White Knight Ultra Pave in Smoke Storm, it’s modern and impactful and one of my favourite colours to transform a drab driveway.
"Paint all the edges first with a paint brush, and any joins in the concrete, then paint the remaining area using a roller with an extension pole. Wait 2 hours before applying your second coat. The second coat is now ready to apply, in a similar way to the first, painting the edges with a brush then using a roller for the remaining area."
4. TRANSFORM
"With just a few finishing touches and a makeover of your drive, you can make a real difference to the façade of your home.
"Before a potential buyer comes to view your home, there is a chance they’ve already driven past and made a judgement call. Having kerb appeal can make all the difference between a property that instantly sells or lays in wait, as viewers see the exterior as a reflection of the inside.
"Not only encouraging potential buyers, refreshing the outside of your home can also increase its value."
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FEBRUARY 2019
THE FENCE
SECURITY.
Fencing to deter
illegal climbing
of Sydney Harbour Bridge
The New South Wales Government has introduced structural changes to prevent people climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge illegally.
The new security measures aim to minimise major traffic delays and increase the safety of innocent bystanders travelling on the bridge.
Changes include raising the internal height barrier fencing and installation of greater anti-climb mesh.
There are also additional surveillance cameras and increased security.
The penalty has also been increased from $3,300 to $22,000 in line with illegally climbing the Sydney Opera House.
NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Melinda Pavey said the NSW Government is delivering on a promise to toughen up deterrents.
"While we are sympathetic to someone’s personal situation, illegally climbing the bridge is not only extremely dangerous, it also endangers the lives of thousands of drivers who use it every day," Ms Pavey said."
While you can never 100% security proof the bridge, these new measures will go a long way in deterring future attempts."
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FEBRUARY 2019
THE FENCE
URBAN.
Rooftop Indigenous farm
for workplace of the future
Security fencing for the Indigenous rooftop farm at Mirvac’s technology and innovation hub in South Eveleigh.
Visitors to the farm can learn about gardening, participate in regular historical talks and tours or volunteer to tend the plants - a true workplace of the future.
Workplaces of the future are all about 'Super-Experiences' Mirvac has launched a new discussion paper on the importance of awe-inspiring workplace experiences.
The paper spotlights how businesses are upping the ante when it comes to workplace experiences and raising the bar in an effort to compete for talent, attract Millennials and innovate amid rapid technological change.
From 3D digital waterfalls to the first orchestra of space scientists, super-experiences surprise and delight employees bringing people together to enhance productivity, innovation, wellbeing and lifelong learning.
General Manager of Workplace Experiences, Paul Edwards said: "With the rise of Artificial Intelligence automating data driven jobs, 'super-experiences' will play an increasing role in boosting performance on imaginative, empathic and creative types of work to future-proof the workforce.
"Super-experiences can make you feel excited or that you've achieved something; they can stimulate curiosity, create a sense of purpose or instil a sense of belonging. These emotional reactions drive positive interactions for employees and the businesses they work for.
"In the past, the property industry and wider business world has put physical assets before people, and hard metrics around space and infrastructure before softer issues of behaviour, perception and belonging. That needs to change."
Mirvac's technology and innovation hub, South Eveleigh in Sydney is one example of a precinct being transformed with authentic experiences both for people who work there and the wider community.
One of the super-experiences in the precinct is the creation of the rooftop Indigenous farm, which will grow exclusively native Australian produce.
Visitors to the farm can learn about gardening, participate in regular historical talks and tours of the site or volunteer to tend the plants. This experience pays homage to the cultural history of the site in an innovative and interactive way.
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