by Craig Koch | Jul 31, 2017 | Insulated Panel, Patio, Patios & Verandahs, Pergolas, Stratco Cooldek, Stratco Outback, Verandah, Verandahs
When customers come to us for advice about a verandah, patio or pergola, their objectives, and the issues that need to be overcome, are often similar for many homeowners. Every day, we are creating solutions for covering odd shaped areas, increasing or customising...
by Craig Koch | Jun 28, 2017 | Insulated Panel, Outdoor living, Patio, Patios & Verandahs, Pavilion by Stratco, Stratco Cooldek, Stratco Outback, Stratco Pavilion, Verandah, Verandahs
Carol and her husband’s story is surprisingly common. They knew exactly what their objectives were for a new patio, and they had a good idea about how they wanted it to look and how it should be constructed. The problem was, the builders they spoke to didn’t agree....
by Craig Koch | Jan 26, 2017 | Insulated Panel, Patio, Patios & Verandahs, Stratco Cooldek, Verandahs
As we recently discovered, enriching the lives of residents in an aged care facility is an important part of adding to their personal well-being and enjoyment. Cowandilla Retirement Village commissioned us to build a second-story patio to provide the residents with an...
by Craig Koch | Feb 19, 2016 | Patio, Patios & Verandahs, Stratco Outback, Verandah, Verandahs
Verandahs in Australia have been around as long as settlers have been building homes in this sunburnt country. They provide shade from the relentless sun, and are just as effective at keeping things dry. What began as just a bit of an ‘overhang’ progressively grew,...
by Craig Koch | Feb 7, 2013 | Patios & Verandahs, Roofing, Stratco Outback, Verandah, Verandahs
So far in our series on verandahs and patios, we have looked at some of the important factors you need to consider in the design and shape of the structure you are going to add to your home. We have also investigated the lifestyle and energy saving benefits that...
by Craig Koch | Dec 31, 2012 | Patios & Verandahs, Roofing, Verandah, Verandahs
So you’ve decided to go ahead with a new patio or verandah but not sure what roof shape or style to go with? Following are a few tips and ideas that will help you come up with the perfect solution for your home. A key factor: the area The first thing to...
