Selling Houses Australia Season 12, Episode 9 Recap

As Andrew and the team explain, while these 70’s features are very popular, in this particular home they don’t work for a modern family’s requirements. Today’s market wants open plan living, light and bright rooms and a kitchen that’s not stuck in the past. Anand’s really going to have to invest to make it work for the contemporary buyer. With little to spend, Shaynna and Charlie have to get creative.

Shaynna strikes the balance between the new and the old, making the timber panelling a feature while removing walls to open up the living and kitchen areas. Crisp white paint and new Flooring Xtra Hybrid flooring (Aquasmart Hybrid) really freshen the space. Charlie masks some pretty harsh features of the facade (prison fencing and an extension resembling a pop-top caravan!) with clever planting of mature trees.

This particular episode demonstrates that while buyers often seek homes with mass-appeal (read: new, white, simple, fresh), there’s still an affection for the unique, the character-filled and the designs of the past. The home sells well at auction. A relief for Anand and his family who can now move on with their lives in tropical Queensland.

If you’re blessed with a period home or a home with vintage features which you’re hoping to renovate or sell, don’t be too quick to remove all nods to the past, no matter how tempting this may be. While seeking to have a modern home with all the comforts that this entails, there can still be a balance of new and old. Consider keeping features such as decorative architectural elements (sconces, plasterwork, architraves, doors, fireplaces) where possible. Counter this with new kitchens and bathrooms, electrical and plumbing works for example. The Mulgrave home is proof that with a little consideration, both new and old can live harmoniously!

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What is a hybrid flooring?

Hybrid flooring combines the attributes of vinyl and laminate flooring. It features the rigidity of laminate flooring (meaning it can be installed in a floating system) and the wear layer performance characteristics of vinyl planks (very resilient!). It’s a great option for busy family homes.

What are the benefits of hybrid flooring?

There are many benefits of hybrid flooring that make it a great flooring choice. It looks fantastic, with many authentic timber-look styles available. It’s also durable, easy to clean and some products can be installed in wet areas.

Is hybrid flooring easy to install?

Hybrid flooring can be installed as a floating system. It’s recommended that hybrid flooring be installed by a flooring installation professional, this way you can sit back and relax on your new flooring without worry. Flooring Xtra has installation teams across each store.