2025 – Groovy Green

Low maintenance decking for Perth heat: fade, scratch and slip resistance explained

ByGroovy Green Sep 11, 2025

If you live in Perth then you are well aware of the heat we face, especially in the summer time. So if you’re thinking about getting new decking installed then its definitely something you want to consider.

I was chatting to a client just yesterday who said their old timber deck was so sun damaged after three summers it looked like driftwood. Not exactly the outdoor entertaining space they dreamed of when they first invested into it.

Eco Carpentry sees this kind of thing all the time, people who thought they were investing in a new low maintenance deck but end up with endless resealing and reoiling to keep it looking good.

How Perth WA Town Planners Are Reshaping Sustainable Development Standards

ByGroovy Green Aug 28, 2025

Perth’s development game has changed completely in the past few years and most developers are still trying to figure out what the hell happened.

What used to be a pretty simple process has become this complex list of requirements that can make or break your project before you even get started.

And I’m not exaggerating here I’ve seen decent projects get thrown out because someone didn’t know about new sustainability requirements.

Eco-friendly paint options for a healthier home

ByGroovy Green Jul 2, 2025

These days, lots of people are trying to cut back on toxins at home. Whether you’re planning to sell, or just want to freshen up your walls without that awful chemical smell.

The thing is eco-friendly paint’s not just about being trendy. It’s about health for you and your family.

Reducing Environmental Impact: Water-Based vs Solvent-Based Line Marking Solutions

ByGroovy Green Mar 29, 2025

With my many years of experience in line marking in Western Australia, I have had plenty of conversations about water-based and solvent-based options.

As the owner of Delination Line Marking, I have seen for myself how these competing applications perform in our harsh Australian climate, from busy warehouses to exposed car parks.

My Experience with Both Systems

Working on various projects, from the Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park to industrial sites like the CBH Grain Terminal, I have gained practical insights into how these different marking solutions perform. Allow me to share what I have learned from their real-world applications.