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	<description>Decking quotes, tips and information - Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth.</description>
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		<title>The Australian House Building Manual</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 03:16:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Allan Staines &#8211; author of several Australian home improvement building and renovation manuals &#8211; has released a new title The Australian House Building Manual. The book is aimed at a wide audience but will be of particular interest to those involved in building education and apprentice training or owner-builders architects designers and contractors seeking to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Australian Decks &amp; Pergolas Construction Manual</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 02:17:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Allan Staines, the well-known author of the very popular The Australian Owner Builders Manual, The Australian Renovators Manual, How to be a Successful Owner Builder and Renovator, House Building the Easy Hebel Way and The Australian Roof Building Manual, has released his latest book, The Australian Decks and Pergolas Construction Manual. Australian Decks and Pergolas [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Free Deck Building Guides</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 00:24:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are a few free deck buidling guides for those planning on getting their DIY deck project up and running! Chilsens &#8211; How Do I Build A Deck? Mitre10 &#8211; Build A Beck Bunnings &#8211; Build A Deck Guide]]></description>
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		<title>Decking Videos</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 14:10:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DIY Decking]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[DIY, do it yourself decking videos. Learn how to build your own deck if you have the time! Bunnings DIY &#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;- &#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;- &#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;- Masters No Nail Decking]]></description>
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		<title>Merbau Decking &#8211; Why It&#8217;s Unsustainable</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/sustainability/merbau-decking-why-its-unsustainable/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 May 2011 01:18:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Merbau is a good choice for decking as characteristics of the wood are very suitable for decking, paneling, flooring and making furniture. However, there are doubts that Merbau can be used for commercial purposes as it is difficult to log it without harming natural habitats. Merbau is not only considered an endangered species, at the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Sustainability</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/sustainability/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 May 2011 01:12:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
		
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		<title>Thank you</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 01:14:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your decking project information. We will contact you as soon as possible with your quote and estimate. Regards Chris Taylor.]]></description>
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		<title>Decking Brisbane</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/decking/decking-brisbane/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Mar 2011 12:14:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[We off the best price on decking in Brisbane plus quality workmanship and great customer service! Please fill out the following form and we will get back to with an estimated price for your decking within the next few days. Please note that all estimates can vary slighly after; A site inspection has been completed [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Decking &#8211; Melbourne</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/melbourne/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:04:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Beautiful decking, stairs, balustrades built to your exact requirements at affordable prices for any budget.]]></description>
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		<title>Decking Galleries</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/decking-galleries/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 12:49:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
		
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		<title>Deck Concept</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/decking-design/deck-concept/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:02:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Decking Design]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/?p=134</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Although the concept of a “deck” is believed to have come from shipbuilding, it has become a permanent fixture in the landscaping of homes, hotel rooms, vacation rentals, beachside bungalows, trailers, gardens, ponds, etc. By definition, it is a platform like structure that is extending from another structure and which may have railings or stairs [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Deck Design</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/decking-design/deck-design/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:42:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Decking Design]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/?p=136</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Now that you have a concept of the style and size of the deck that you want, it is time to think of a design or plan that will help you realize your dream. The addition of a deck to any building or outdoor space will increase the value as well as the enjoyment of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Deck Construction</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/decking-design/deck-construction/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:15:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Decking Design]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Now that the plans are in place, the construction may begin. The most important part of the deck construction is the initial step by which the deck is connected to the house. Unless this connection is water proof, the deck may collapse and the house may get damaged too. This connection should be designed and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Deck Finishing</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/decking-design/deck-finishing/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:12:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Decking Design]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[When the deck construction is complete, the next step is to apply finish on the deck so that it will weather well and stay in great condition for many years. An outdoor deck is constantly at the mercy of the natural environment such as water, pollution, wind, heat dust and human activities which may destroy [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Deck Maintenance</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/decking-design/deck-maintenance/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:02:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Decking Design]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[All that work has paid off and you are enjoying the beauty and convenience of your well designed deck. The whole family, their friends, neighbourhood children, pets, etc love all the extra space to run around and play in. However protected the wood is, over the years, it is a big challenge to keep it [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Blackbutt</title>
		<link>http://www.deckingaustralia.com.au/decking-timber/blackbutt/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:15:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Decking Timber]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Native to Australia, Eucalyptus Pilularis or coastal Blackbutt as it is popularly known, is a pale brown coloured wood with pink highlights. The grain of Blackbutt is mostly straight and although the sapwood is paler than the heartwood, it has a medium and even texture throughout the surface which makes it suitable for use in [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Ironbark</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:36:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Ironbark variety of Eucalyptus species got its name because of its dark wood which is deeply furrowed due to accumulation of dead bark. This accumulation also creates fissures which dry out and become hard as rock with the buildup of the dark red sap from the tree. This tough outer layer of bark is [...]]]></description>
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		<title>River Red Gum</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:46:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The River Red Gum tree (E. Camaldulensis ) is one of the 800 varieties of the Eucalyptus species. This beautiful tree is native to Australia where it is found near inland rivers and other water courses in the mainland of this continent. It is a shade producing tree that also helps in stabilizing river banks [...]]]></description>
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		<title>StringyBark</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:37:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[All Stringybark trees belong to the Myrtaceae family and can grow to be large, reaching heights of 80 meters or more in extremely fertile areas. However, in their natural environments, the average size of these trees range from 10 to 40 meters in height. There are many varieties of the Eucalyptus species that are called [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Treated Pine</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:27:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pine trees grow in many parts of the world. Treated pine is one of the most popular forms of timber used in Australia. The majority of treated pine comes from plantations in New Zealand and Australia. Untreated pine has very little durability and cannot be used in any type of construction where robust hardwood is [...]]]></description>
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