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About AD-TEX
AD-TEX Pty Ltd designs, manufactures and supplies decorative concrete and masonry coatings for the building industry and the DIY home handy person. We specialise in Coloured Bagging Render, Coatings for both Fresh and Existing Concrete and Oxides for in situ Concrete Applications.

Aquagrip by Novilon - R10 slip rating for safer residences
New 2005/2006 Collection - slip resistant cushioned vinyl floors Novilon by Forbo is the first cushioned flooring collection in Australia specifically designed for residences that offers a revolutionary slip resistant surface finish.

Australian First for St Philip's Christian College
St Philip's Christian College in Waratah underlined its innovation philosophy with the first installation in Australia of a new safety flooring system, Altro MaxisTM in the College's new Technology building.

Austral expands Brick range
If you have seen a stylish new brick in all types of constructions in Victoria, chances are that it is from the Austral Bricks' Elements Series.

Australian leading flooring contractors and world wide cleaning company join forces
Scrubbers, Sweepers and Industrial Vacuum's Ascoat Contracting, Australia's leading flooring contractors in epoxy and resin based floor coatings has created a new floor care division within the company.

Austral Bricks - The matchmaker
When planning home renovations it is often hard to match up new bricks to existing bricks. However, help is at hand with the matchmakers at Austral Bricks display centres.

Axolotl Metal Finishes
Axolotl Metal is a specialist metal finishing company. We produce authentic and unique metal coatings for interior and exterior surfaces.

Bicycle Parking Solutions from Cora
An increasing number of local governments are adding mandatory requirements for the provisions of secure bicycle parking facilities at all new developments. As a world leading designer and manufacturer of bicycle parking systems, Cora Bike Rack understands the needs of cyclists and specifiers.

Building by Numbers - The Silent FloorT way
In the past, Australian builders and carpenters have preferred to build subfloors using traditional hardwood bearer and joist construction. With the introduction of engineered wood products to Australia over the last couple of years, we are seeing a significant shift as builders take advantage of engineered timber I-beams and deep floor joists. Here we speak with Central Coast builder, Laurie Blair about why he made the switch from solid hardwood subfloors to Trus Joist's Silent FloorT Syst

designIT v2 even more squeezed in
New designIT v2 uses the same simple system for specifying Hyspan and Hybeam and the data input you're used to, but now incorporates options for calculating designs with stress graded and glue laminated timber and more complex designs including a range of floor live loads needed for the design of decks, balconies and residential apartment buildings. And it's been updated to include AS 1684.1 design criteria and the current AS/NZS 1170 - 2002 design requirements.

DesignEX unveiling: Marmoleum global 2 - complete in design, colour and now performance
Forbo will be showcasing its next generation in eco-friendly, design-led, high performance flooring, the new Marmoleum Global 2 collection, at DesignEX in April this year (stand G32).

Dux Supports Hot Water System Efficiency Labelling
Dux Hot Water has thrown its support behind the industry's call for the Federal Government to fund research which would allow the extension of a proposed mandatory water efficiency labelling scheme to hot water systems.

Environmentally Smart Building using Silent Floor
Environmental issues are prompting homebuilders and designers to explore alternative construction materials to the traditional methods.

GOCUBE Solar Control Film reduces heat by 80%
The principle functions of Solar Control Film are to reduce heat, reduce glare, stop UV and reduce fading.

Hybeam's inside job on Pentridge Prison
Coburg's old Pentridge Prison is being transformed into an urban piazza precinct, a commercial and residential hub with people now eager to get in rather than out. Combining new apartment-living and design with the prison's original old world 'charm' was the challenge for the project's developers and Hybeam by futurebuild

I-Design assists in exploring new possibilities with Interface's innovative i2 random products
Interface's I-design tool can assist in exploring new possibilities with the innovative Interface i2 random-lay modular carpet products and enables end-user clients to fully appreciate the aesthetics and functional benefits of the concept.

Lidco - Building on Past Strengths. Creating an Exciting Future
LIDCO, an industry icon for nearly 60 years, formally part of the Paul Segaert Pty Ltd. has changed ownership. Interests associated with Marco Belgiorno-Zegna AM, former managing director and shareholder of the Transfield Group, have acquired the intellectual property and Aluminium Distribution Business of LIDCO.

Making Sense of Concrete Flooring
With the demand for decorative concrete floors on the rise it seems apparent that as demand increases, so does an individuals choice of alternatives. Concrete floors are increasingly becoming the material of choice and a design statement in their own right. Concrete is evolving as an artistic medium which provides unparalleled advantages in design flexibility, longevity, strength, low maintenance, hygiene and cost effective flooring.

Making Sense of Concrete Flooring
With the demand for decorative concrete floors on the rise it seems apparent that as demand increases, so does an individuals choice of alternatives. Concrete floors are increasingly becoming the material of choice and a design statement in their own right. Concrete is evolving as an artistic medium which provides unparalleled advantages in design flexibility, longevity, strength, low maintenance, hygiene and cost effective flooring.

New village behind old walls adopts the Silent FloorT System
Just a decade ago nobody would volunteer, let alone pay to live in Melbourne's Pentridge. Now the historical bluestone prison walls and turrets provide a picturesque background for what has become one of the most sought-after locations for new home buyers.

Pine Solutions Supporting the environment
Environmental issues are prompting homebuilders and designers to explore alternative construction materials to the traditional methods.

Prevent Water damage to buildings from burst pipes with new Watersave device.
The WaterGuard can monitor and detect abnormal flows of water resulting from breakage, misuse, vandalism, or neglect of water pipes and appliances like taps and toilets. It can then automatically turn off the water supply to prevent flooding, wastage and damage to property. It can also phone the building manager or maintenance crew to alert them to the emergency and maintain a log of water-wasting incidents and excessive consumption.

Real Flame Gas Log Fires launches new Sydney showroom
One of Australia's oldest manufacturers of gas log fires, Real Flame, has opened ashowroom in Chatswood with more than 20 operational gas fireplace concepts on display.

REclaim. REcycle. REuse - Interface's new GlasBac� RE sustainable carpet backing & ReEntryT program
Interface Asia-Pacific is launching its latest advancement in sustainable carpet backings, GlasBac� RE, and their accompanying ReEntryT program which makes it easy for customers to recycle their used carpet.

Soundguard To Demonstrate Soundproofing Solutions
This year at Designbuild, Soundguard will feature Wavebar, Soundlag 4525C pipe-wrap and Silentstep among their literally hundreds of soundproofing solutions, and again entertain visitors with their interactive exhibits.

STEW Hot Metal - Smart New Website
STEW Pty Ltd is excited to announce the launch of its new Hot Metal® website. Hot Metal® is an aluminium laminate that produces a finish with striking dimensional effects. It is the laminate offering a point of difference in both its look and applications.

Sunteca - Window furnishings speaks on shutters
Sunteca is a small boutique business est. in 1980 that specialises in quality window furnishings. We pride our selves in selling only the best of what is available.

Top table uses bonded Axolotl metals
A new stylish table recently designed by Michael Tartu of MT Designs used bonded Axolotl metals. Constructed from a steel and timber 'sandwich' construction, the tops and legs are designed to fit together without fixings of any kind, while the bracing is built in and concealed. There are 32 inlay designs available for the table tops, ranging from simple diamond and square shapes to more abstract forms.

Vibe-Killer Roller Shutter Drive Towards Design Award
Local soundproofing know-how has contributed to the innovations claimed for a powered window roller shutter drive by its South Australian maker, OZRoll, whose revolutionary development might well earn it an Australian Design Award later in the year.

Wet-seal Pyure Coat 400 - the latest and greatest in polyurethane coatings!
At Wet-seal it is our mission to make your life easier. Because of the potential damage an incorrectly waterproofed wet area can cause, we take waterproofing your job very seriously.

White Knight Paints - part of Barloworld Coatings
Reflect-All, is a marine-grade, light-reflective surface coating that is sprayed on to practically any surface - metal, timber, concrete, asphalt, fabric and plastics - to give excellent night-time visibility.

White Knight Paints - Putting a Shine on it
Metallics - lustrous, sassy, simple, smart - they are the highly desirable finish that can bring an instant look of sharp style to any surface. Think tables, coffee tables, magazine racks, cupboard doors, stools, shelves. Add a metallic finish to anything tired or dated and it's given a whole new life.

Wood Floor Solutions have just launched their new website
Need help with a Timber Floor? Wood Floor Solutions are your one stop timber flooring solution. Wood Floor Solutions are currently undertaking projects including the Cambeltown Art Gallery, Scenic World Katoomba and Arndell College multipurpose school hall. We are also part way through completing a couple of high rise residential apartment blocks with acoustic flooring solutions.

Your Roof Deserves An Open Minded Design
Simply for the look, or to make better use of the roof space, roof windows can add style and versatility to your new project or renovation. They come in zinc, copper, stone or timber, and a variety of shapes to suit your design.