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CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE Use this comprehensive checklist to ensure you have everything covered that you need to select for your building project
– all organised and in one place .
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
ROOF
FLASHING*
GUTTERS
FASCIA
EAVES
DOWNPIPES
* Flashing refers to thin pieces of impervious material installed to prevent the passage of water into a structure from a joint or as part of a weather resistant barrier (WRB) system. Your
builder will often use this on roofs and walls and you will be asked for a colour
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
BRICK WALLS
BRICK MORTAR
CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE
The appearance of your brick will change depending on the style and colour of mortar you choose – flush, ironed or raked
CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
RENDERED & PAINTED WALLS
LINING BOARDS
LINING BOARDS 2
LINING BOARDS 3
OTHER WALL FINISHES
Many houses are now designed with several different wall finishes – you don’t have to use a different colour and tone for each one but this is a good opportunity to create some visual variation to your scheme. A 3D model of your home can help you to visualize how the colours and tones will work together on different substrates so this may be a good investment if you are confused about colour placement.
CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
POSTS
WINDOWS & DOORS
WINDOW LOCKS & HARDWARE
Often window locks and hardware are a standard colour but you can often upgrade to a custom colour which may suit your scheme better
CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
FRONT DOOR
FRONT DOOR HANDLE
LAUNDRY DOOR
LAUNDRY DOOR HANDLE
Think about how you dress your front door – do you want a pull handle, a centre knob, a door knocker? You don’t just have to opt for a plain handle
CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
STONE FEATURE
BALUSTRADES
GARAGE DOOR(S)
FRONT FENCING
PERIMETER FENCING
GATES
PORCH FLOORING
Remember to specify a grout colour for tiles and ensure that exterior tiles are non-slip
CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
VERANDAH FLOORING
BACK PATIO/ DECK FLOORING
Don’t forget to consider whether you are in a Bushfire controlled zone – your local council can tell you more and this may affect the finishes that you can select
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
PATHWAY
DRIVEWAY
LIGHTING
Consider security lighting, ceiling lighting for Alfresco areas, front door welcome lights and lighting through the landscape to light pathways etc.
CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE
Don’t forget to consider your roof colour and how they will relate to solar panels
Supplier Product/Style Colour Notes
SHADE/PRIVACY LOUVRES
EXTERNAL BLINDS
EXTERNAL AWNINGS
PRIVACY SCREENS
RAINWATER TANK(S)
SOLAR PANELS
CHECKLIST FOR THE EXTERIOR OF A NEW HOUSE
TIPS
Use the NOTES section to jot down finishes, website addresses and pricing etc. Consider whether you want a gloss, low sheen or matt finish and note it here.
Paint large boards with two coats of your chosen paint colour and view outside on your block of land – ensure they relate to each other and are the right depth to stand up to the aspect of
your house and the bright sunshine.
Take the time to visit brick and roofing suppliers so that you can see large samples of your chosen style and colour.
Ask for samples from suppliers and group everything together on a large board to check that you are happy with the overall effect.
FINALLY I have comprehensive posts on my blog with lots more information on most of these topics so don’t forget to browse the site if you need more detailed information and
inspiration.
makingyourhomebeautiful.com
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