In my past renovations, it's been unforeseen things numbering too high, too often, blowing out the budget and time frame! That was after me allowing for some things in advance too! This time I'm concentrating on structural before moving in, then taking my time over a year or two to do a few things at a time, so there's less rush. Eg Restumping, dangerous tree removal & roof repairs before moving in, then once in, kitchen, skylights, ducted climate control, landscaping, verandas & bathrooms all separately with a break in between, rather than all at once! Means it's gentler on my psyche and my wallet, plus allows me to plan each thing through more thoroughly as I'm only concentrating just on that thing. Fortunately it's just renovating existing spaces and not an extension (that's in about 4-5 years!) Good luck and remember to get out often for nights away!

Thank you Julie. Its so rewarding going onto our completed projects to see how it has blossomed and is giving back to the owners of the garden. Regards Chris Slaughter - Lead Designer www.scenicbluedesign.com.au

We’re adding to an existing tiled area and wanting to use the same tile. The tile has now been discontinued and the only spare ones we have are ones that were removed from another area. However the backing is stuck on firmly. I’m using a chisel and a hammer but so far it’s been a really slow process. Does anyone have any ideas on a quicker process as I have 18 large tiles I need to clean?

why not install a lower concrete base this time to avoid future problems or add sand and a new timber edge and a landscaper could do this job for you and they will have to move the shed to prepare the new foundation so make sure that you're happy with the locations and direction of the doors and width of the pad as this is an opportunity to make any changes