Anthony Painter
Anthony is a construction professional with more than 24 years of experience in residential construction with a bachelors degree in Construction Management + Cert 4 in Waterproofing + WHS Officer
Ditch Microsoft & Apple: Come to the Dark Side - Try MX Linux + Save A Packet
Fed up with Microsoft and Apple subscription fees? Embrace MX Linux: subscription-free, lightning-fast, and refreshingly easy. Revive your previous-generation computer with zero hassle. The dark side is peaceful here—no sharks allowed.
What happened in Residential Construction this week? 01-08-2025
Catch up on the latest insights from Constructor for the news week ending 02-08-2025
BorgBase & Vorta: Affordable Data Loss Prevention for Home or Work
Learn why you need solid data prevention plans—and how BorgBase + Vorta deliver encrypted, cost-effective backups with easy setup across Mac, Linux and more for under about $120 AUD/year (non sponsored post)
The Orange Book 2025: Big Ideas, Big Changes for Homeowners
Australia’s future is on the line. The 2025 Orange Book from the Grattan Institute lays out a roadmap for the next federal government—covering housing, energy, tax reform, what it means for you as a homeowner or renter.
C15: Your Ultimate Painting Inspection Checklist (from design to execution)
You don't need to be a painter to ensure a top finish on your new home. In this post we walk you through our painting checklist to help you oversee your builder's painting work, protect your investment, and ensure a best result.
C14 Checklist: The Homeowner’s Guide to Ceramic Tile Design & Installation
Planning ceramic tiling in your new home? The C14 Ceramic Tile Design & Installation Checklist is your step-by-step guide to getting it right the first time. From material selection to installation quality checks, we break it down so you can protect your investment and avoid costly rework.
C12 The Fixing Stage Checklist: Your almost done!
The fixing stage is when plasterboard, cornices, joinery and tiling lock your home’s interior in place. I’ll walk you through the C12 Fixing Stage Checklist that helps you inspect gyprock, joinery, eaves, and tiling to avoid future issues.
