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Refined Space Constructions We're residential design and building specialists
Renovations 🏠 | Bathrooms 🛁 | Extensions 🏗️ | Decks ⚒️ QBCC: 1308258
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30/10/2026

Most people think a build starts on-site. It actually starts at my desk.

Every week I go through our upcoming and current jobs to spot delays before they happen, lock in trades, and map out timelines, all before a single tool comes out.

Each project gets broken into key stages so we can line up with trades at the right time. Some of these trades are booked out months ahead, so getting in early matters. We also build in buffer time for weather and the unexpected, which means the timeframe we give you is one we can actually stick to.

The result? Better coordination, fewer delays, and a faster build, so you’re back in your home sooner.

Quick tip: If you’re talking to builders, ask whether they work to a detailed schedule. It makes a huge difference to how smoothly your project runs and how long it takes.

28/10/2026

Most people think waterproofing is done once the tiles go on… that’s where things go wrong.

An example of this is the bathroom we’ve just completed the final waterproofing stage using a hydro seal shower system, and here’s the key difference.

Instead of installing the shower screen after tiling (which is where water usually escapes), this system is built into the waterproofing layer.

That means water physically can’t push out behind the screen: no leaks, no salt staining, no long-term issues.

Why this matters:

💡Prevents water from escaping behind tiles

💡Stops those white salt stains in grout

💡Protects your bathroom long-term

💡Faster install (no waiting weeks for custom screens)

We’re seeing this become the standard now, especially with full wet room bathrooms like this one.

👉 Takeaway:

If you’re renovating, don’t just ask “Is it waterproofed?”

Ask how it’s waterproofed, because the details behind the tiles are what actually protect your home.

27/10/2026

We were recently in Brisbane for a private medical procedure, and the difference in service when you pay for quality was hard to ignore, from staff knowing our names to being moved through each step within minutes. That level of care only happens when a business has the right people and resources behind it, and building works the same way.

When homeowners choose the cheapest builder, we often see a one-month job stretch into three, with quality issues, unreliable trades, and phone calls that go unanswered. Yes, we charge more than the average builder, but that pays for quality trades, very few callbacks, and a project we manage from start to finish so you don’t have to carry the stress. Everyone wants the lower price until they get the experience, so before you sign, ask yourself what kind of experience you actually want on the way through.

23/10/2026

This project started as an 8-bed, 4-bath, two-storey home, and we knocked the top off to bring it back to a single-storey, 2.5-bath home that actually suits Rockhampton City living. We kept the blockwork and slab, then everything else got done from scratch, including new wiring, plumbing, plaster, and air conditioning throughout.

Plumbing and electrical rough-ins are complete, and the roof is nearly finished, with just the ridge caps and gutters to go. Plasterboard arrives this week, and plasterers start soon after, so the trades will keep rolling through.

Follow along to see the Campbell Street project come together for the final reveal.

22/10/2026

When you renovate an older home, you never really know what previous owners or trades have done behind the walls and above the ceilings.

On this job, our pre-construction roof inspection uncovered gyprock sheeted straight over an asbestos ceiling, right where we’re removing load-bearing walls and installing a new beam. Finding it early means we can advise the owners upfront and price it properly, instead of hitting them with a surprise $6,000 to $7,000 variation mid-build and waiting weeks for a busy asbestos removalist.

After doing this process on so many renovations, we can now eliminate around 95% of variations and time delays, keeping cabinet makers, trades, and owners on schedule. That’s why a proper pre-construction process is worth every dollar you spend on it.

21/10/2026

Thinking of polishing the timber floors in your home? On older homes, we start with a 45-degree cross-cut sand in both directions to flatten out the waves left by years of previous sanding. If your floor has gaps between the boards, fill them after the coating goes on, because filling first can crack the new top coat when the timber moves.

We now recommend a matte finish over gloss because it still has a subtle sheen but hides scratches much better, making it ideal for homes with kids and pets. Once it’s done, put felt or carpet pads under your table, chair, and couch legs, because furniture sliding back and forth works like sandpaper on a new finish.

15/10/2026

Brick is porous, so even painted brickwork can absorb rainwater and let it seep into your home.

When gyprock sits against damp brick around a window opening, it can draw in moisture and start growing mould or breaking down. That’s why we coat every window opening with a two-part epoxy primer before the gyprock goes on, locking moisture out of the brick for good.

It’s a small step that new building codes now call for, and on renovations like this one, it’s well worth doing even when the windows stay put.

14/10/2026

Ever wondered why some bathroom renos take days before anything looks different?

On this job, we had to cut out half the floor because the shower drain was sitting at the highest point, leaving a 35mm height difference that would have pushed the doorway out of line. Instead of building the floor up with heavy mortar, we’re recessing the drain down to keep the weight off an older structure that wasn’t built to carry an extra 2.5 tonnes. We’re also straightening the walls with packers now, because a perfect tile job starts with a perfect frame. The first trade on site sets the standard for everyone who follows, so we’d rather take three extra days now than leave you with cracks and leaks later.

13/10/2026

Ever wondered why some bathrooms have a big step up at the door? It’s usually because the floor underneath isn’t level, and builders add extra layers on top to make the water drain the right way.

On this job, we’re fixing the problem from underneath instead, lifting the floor so the step stays small and the extra weight stays off. While we were under the house, we also spotted old posts starting to rot, so we’ve recommended swapping them for steel ones. Fixing it properly now saves the owners from cracked tiles down the track.

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