The Answer - Summer edition 7

Biannual journal by Amber

the answer Summer 2021 edition 7

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Welcome to The Answer

THE ANSWER

Everything great started as a question.

What if? How about? Could we?

At Amber we believe in the power of questions. We believe questions are the fuel of our creativity. Questions drive our progress. Questions open up possibilities.

Questions unlock our potential. Our purpose is finding the answers to questions.

Questions that push the boundaries.

Questions that test us. Sometimes questions you didn’t even know you had. We celebrate questions. Because without questions there can be no answers. So bring us yours.

Amber has the answer

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Welcome to The Answer

THE ANSWER

Everything great started as a question.

What if? How about? Could we?

At Amber we believe in the power of questions. We believe questions are the fuel of our creativity. Questions drive our progress. Questions open up possibilities.

Questions unlock our potential. Our purpose is finding the answers to questions.

Questions that push the boundaries.

Questions that test us. Sometimes questions you didn’t even know you had. We celebrate questions. Because without questions there can be no answers. So bring us yours.

Amber has the answer

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THE ANSWER

“The home has a great party vibe.

My 18 and 20-year-old children love having friends over.�

We caught up with our most recent #lovemyamber winner Mark Allen, who purchased tiles from our Kellyville store. Mark talked us through building his resort-style dream home, and what inspirations and factors guided his design decisions.

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THE ANSWER

“The home has a great party vibe.

My 18 and 20-year-old children love having friends over.�

We caught up with our most recent #lovemyamber winner Mark Allen, who purchased tiles from our Kellyville store. Mark talked us through building his resort-style dream home, and what inspirations and factors guided his design decisions.

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With so much choice available for tiling what led you to Amber?

Amber’s staff were fantastic. I appreciated their honesty and knowledge, supporting me through the pros and cons of different options and solutions. I think the finished product really speaks for itself!

What is the best advice you can offer first-time renovators?

First-time renovators should set a budget and stick to it, and ensure they choose the best quality product they can afford.

What was your biggest learning from the build?

There are so many choices and options out there...make sure you do your homework! Take your time to do the research and select quality products and labour, and you’ll see it in the finished result.

How long did the whole process take from planning to completion?

THE ANSWER

The house took just over 2 years from planning to completion, 26 months in total.

“Amber’s staff were fantastic, supporting me through the pros and cons of different options and solutions.”

Paola Blend Pool Mosaic

What sparked your decision to renovate and what were the main elements you set out to achieve?

After securing a 1-acre lot it was my ambition to build the new family home based on a resort-style theme, bringing the outside in with plenty of glass and unlimited views of the pool.

What inspired the design? Did you begin with a vision or did the design evolve throughout the process?

After watching videos of completed homes our Architect had previously designed, I was instantly sold on the idea and the vision quickly evolved from there.

How did lifestyle and family inform the choices you made?

The idea was to create a home that instantly relaxes you the minute you walk inside, like stepping into a luxurious resort.

My children aged 18 and 20 love having friends over—the home is spacious and has a great party vibe.

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Nixos Black 450x300

With so much choice available for tiling what led you to Amber?

Amber’s staff were fantastic. I appreciated their honesty and knowledge, supporting me through the pros and cons of different options and solutions. I think the finished product really speaks for itself!

What is the best advice you can offer first-time renovators?

First-time renovators should set a budget and stick to it, and ensure they choose the best quality product they can afford.

What was your biggest learning from the build?

There are so many choices and options out there...make sure you do your homework! Take your time to do the research and select quality products and labour, and you’ll see it in the finished result.

How long did the whole process take from planning to completion?

THE ANSWER

The house took just over 2 years from planning to completion, 26 months in total.

“Amber’s staff were fantastic, supporting me through the pros and cons of different options and solutions.”

Paola Blend Pool Mosaic

What sparked your decision to renovate and what were the main elements you set out to achieve?

After securing a 1-acre lot it was my ambition to build the new family home based on a resort-style theme, bringing the outside in with plenty of glass and unlimited views of the pool.

What inspired the design? Did you begin with a vision or did the design evolve throughout the process?

After watching videos of completed homes our Architect had previously designed, I was instantly sold on the idea and the vision quickly evolved from there.

How did lifestyle and family inform the choices you made?

The idea was to create a home that instantly relaxes you the minute you walk inside, like stepping into a luxurious resort.

My children aged 18 and 20 love having friends over—the home is spacious and has a great party vibe.

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THE ANSWER

With the broadest range of indoor and outdoor tiles in Australia, you can create a seamless result throughout your entire home. If there’s something you’re looking for that we don’t stock, we’ll even source it for you!

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THE ANSWER

With the broadest range of indoor and outdoor tiles in Australia, you can create a seamless result throughout your entire home. If there’s something you’re looking for that we don’t stock, we’ll even source it for you!

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Denverstone

THE ANSWER

For those seeking the earthy appearance of natural split rock, Denverstone’s Italian porcelain range will complement a range of indoor and outdoor applications. Coming in 4 convincing stone-look colours: white, grey, silver and antracite.

A Natural Atmosphere

New to the Scene Indoor solutions coming to Amber this summer.

Matt, Grip 300x600mm, 600x600mm White, Greige, Grey, Dark Grey Stone Look

Cairo For the effect of natural stone gently aged by time, Cairo’s generous, oversized format will thread a sense of rustic elegance throughout your indoor and outdoor living spaces. Coming in 4 stunning stone-look colours: white, taupe, grey and charcoal.

Take your design vision to new heights with the indoor and outdoor potential of Atmosphere.

Capturing the raw elegance of mountain stone, the Atmosphere collection opens up new design horizons, allowing nature to softly enter and enhance your living space. By enabling you to incorporate the desirable effect of genuine stone in a glazed tile, Atmosphere’s superb realistic finish captures an allure of sophistication and character, suitable for both classic and contemporary design directions.

With versatility in mind, Atmosphere is available in four colours, two sizes and two surface finishes designed to be woven seamlessly throughout your indoor and outdoor spaces.

Inject some harmony into your every day with the Atmosphere collection.

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Denverstone

THE ANSWER

For those seeking the earthy appearance of natural split rock, Denverstone’s Italian porcelain range will complement a range of indoor and outdoor applications. Coming in 4 convincing stone-look colours: white, grey, silver and antracite.

A Natural Atmosphere

New to the Scene Indoor solutions coming to Amber this summer.

Matt, Grip 300x600mm, 600x600mm White, Greige, Grey, Dark Grey Stone Look

Cairo For the effect of natural stone gently aged by time, Cairo’s generous, oversized format will thread a sense of rustic elegance throughout your indoor and outdoor living spaces. Coming in 4 stunning stone-look colours: white, taupe, grey and charcoal.

Take your design vision to new heights with the indoor and outdoor potential of Atmosphere.

Capturing the raw elegance of mountain stone, the Atmosphere collection opens up new design horizons, allowing nature to softly enter and enhance your living space. By enabling you to incorporate the desirable effect of genuine stone in a glazed tile, Atmosphere’s superb realistic finish captures an allure of sophistication and character, suitable for both classic and contemporary design directions.

With versatility in mind, Atmosphere is available in four colours, two sizes and two surface finishes designed to be woven seamlessly throughout your indoor and outdoor spaces.

Inject some harmony into your every day with the Atmosphere collection.

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Statement Tubs

Bathroom

Freestanding tubs are definitely having a moment, and it’s no surprise why. Regardless of the bathroom design vision, era or theme, there will be a freestanding bath that will add a sense of character, opulence and striking focal impact to your retreat.

Rich Colours It’s time to step away from clinical whites, greys and beiges in preference for rich, jewel palettes of pinks, greens, blues and blacks to create a unique, immersive experience for yourself and your guests alike.

Feature Lighting Beautiful lighting is no longer reserved for living areas and bedrooms. Illuminate your entire vision with statement pendants and evocative wallmounts which fuse functionality with design. Don’t hold back! Advancements in lighting technology are giving the ability to integrate lighting into the architecture in increasingly exciting, effective ways.

The Shape of Things to Come

THE ANSWER

Now is the time to break the mould. the rectangle subway tile is getting pushed out of the way for funkier shapes like hexagons and scallops. Opting for a shaped tile pattern injects impact without committing to a big colour.

A Natural Setting Why not surround yourself in natural elements when nature calls? Alongside the stone surfaces we have come to know and love, we’re seeing walnut benchtops, woven natural rattan cabinetry and timber-look tiles are all creeping into bathrooms, adding a sense of organic, resort-style character.

Enduring Marble For those seeking upmarket impact, the timeless elegance of carved marble’s intricate irregularities cannot be denied. Introduce marble and marblelook porcelain tiles to transform your bathroom into the masterpiece it deserves to be!

Trends

Luxe Metallics Nothing adds a sense of everyday occasion like luxurious gold and brass accents throughout your bathroom hardware. Discover the romantic effect of gold-plating or brushed brass as a glamourous complement to natural stone. Even as a small accent, like the frame of a mirror, brushed brass makes a major impact.

Trendy Terrazzo For a more directional alternative to classic marble, terrazzo offers an instant injection of inner-city cool. Why not experiment with adding a graphic element to bathroom walls and flooring?

Discover what’s next in 2021’s bathroom design trends.

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Statement Tubs

Bathroom

Freestanding tubs are definitely having a moment, and it’s no surprise why. Regardless of the bathroom design vision, era or theme, there will be a freestanding bath that will add a sense of character, opulence and striking focal impact to your retreat.

Rich Colours It’s time to step away from clinical whites, greys and beiges in preference for rich, jewel palettes of pinks, greens, blues and blacks to create a unique, immersive experience for yourself and your guests alike.

Feature Lighting Beautiful lighting is no longer reserved for living areas and bedrooms. Illuminate your entire vision with statement pendants and evocative wallmounts which fuse functionality with design. Don’t hold back! Advancements in lighting technology are giving the ability to integrate lighting into the architecture in increasingly exciting, effective ways.

The Shape of Things to Come

THE ANSWER

Now is the time to break the mould. the rectangle subway tile is getting pushed out of the way for funkier shapes like hexagons and scallops. Opting for a shaped tile pattern injects impact without committing to a big colour.

A Natural Setting Why not surround yourself in natural elements when nature calls? Alongside the stone surfaces we have come to know and love, we’re seeing walnut benchtops, woven natural rattan cabinetry and timber-look tiles are all creeping into bathrooms, adding a sense of organic, resort-style character.

Enduring Marble For those seeking upmarket impact, the timeless elegance of carved marble’s intricate irregularities cannot be denied. Introduce marble and marblelook porcelain tiles to transform your bathroom into the masterpiece it deserves to be!

Trends

Luxe Metallics Nothing adds a sense of everyday occasion like luxurious gold and brass accents throughout your bathroom hardware. Discover the romantic effect of gold-plating or brushed brass as a glamourous complement to natural stone. Even as a small accent, like the frame of a mirror, brushed brass makes a major impact.

Trendy Terrazzo For a more directional alternative to classic marble, terrazzo offers an instant injection of inner-city cool. Why not experiment with adding a graphic element to bathroom walls and flooring?

Discover what’s next in 2021’s bathroom design trends.

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THE ANSWER

Our role is to help you bring your vision to life. Our highly personalised service is about sharing our knowledge and expertise so you can create your dream living space.

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THE ANSWER

Our role is to help you bring your vision to life. Our highly personalised service is about sharing our knowledge and expertise so you can create your dream living space.

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Contemporary Design

Above Ground Pools

Simple pools are echoing the simplicity of modern architectural design. The contemporary pool has clean, refined elegant lines without the busy curves of pools of earlier decades.

Avoid hefty excavation costs with a new generation of above ground fibreglass pools making a splash. Above ground pools are by far the cheapest option when it comes to instillation. Removing the need to dig means what lies beneath the surface isn’t an issue. Complete with a stunning deck an above ground pool can look just as sophisticated as below ground pools.

Infinity Pools Explore the potential for a crisp infinity edge to create a luxurious resort feel.

Adding a tiled-in lounge bench along the length of the pool creates an opulent vantage to soak in infinite effect.

Splash Decks

Let the design of your home inform the style, shape and finish of your pool.

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A shallow platform where you can sit in a deckchair and dangle your feet in the water is the perfect spot to lie and relax in a soothing cool bath of water on a hot day. They are also the perfect addition for kids to play around with you when you are swimming. Enjoy the best of both world where you can sit back and enjoy all the pool has to offer.

Plunge Pools

THE ANSWER

a TILES Platinum Travertine Vidrepur Jerez Pool Mosaics

Splash

With the shrinking size of the Australian backyard homeowners are turning to sophisticated plunge pools to include in their landscape design. Plunge pools offer a lot of the same benefits as swimming pools in only a fraction of the space plus use fewer chemicals, less water and faster pool cleaning giving you more free time to simply enjoy.

Natural Pools The idea of mineral bathing is a centuries old phenomenon and conjures up the idea of a luxurious experience, rejuvenation and relaxation. In recent years the rise in wellness trends have surged interest in mineral pools due to the therapeutic benefits that come with soaking in the water. Improving circulation, alleviating pain, relieving stress as well as being gentler on the skin making it the hot new trend.

Pool Finishes Australian companies are delivering world leading innovation with an ever-evolving range of pool finishes transforming the end result. Traditionally fiberglass pools tended to come in blue but the colour pallet has now includes whites, greys and blacks.

A white pool will give the water a sparkling Whitsundays look, while darker colours create water that reflects its surrounds.

POOL MOSAICS White 315x315

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Contemporary Design

Above Ground Pools

Simple pools are echoing the simplicity of modern architectural design. The contemporary pool has clean, refined elegant lines without the busy curves of pools of earlier decades.

Avoid hefty excavation costs with a new generation of above ground fibreglass pools making a splash. Above ground pools are by far the cheapest option when it comes to instillation. Removing the need to dig means what lies beneath the surface isn’t an issue. Complete with a stunning deck an above ground pool can look just as sophisticated as below ground pools.

Infinity Pools Explore the potential for a crisp infinity edge to create a luxurious resort feel.

Adding a tiled-in lounge bench along the length of the pool creates an opulent vantage to soak in infinite effect.

Splash Decks

Let the design of your home inform the style, shape and finish of your pool.

POOL MOSAICS Barbados 315x315

A shallow platform where you can sit in a deckchair and dangle your feet in the water is the perfect spot to lie and relax in a soothing cool bath of water on a hot day. They are also the perfect addition for kids to play around with you when you are swimming. Enjoy the best of both world where you can sit back and enjoy all the pool has to offer.

Plunge Pools

THE ANSWER

a TILES Platinum Travertine Vidrepur Jerez Pool Mosaics

Splash

With the shrinking size of the Australian backyard homeowners are turning to sophisticated plunge pools to include in their landscape design. Plunge pools offer a lot of the same benefits as swimming pools in only a fraction of the space plus use fewer chemicals, less water and faster pool cleaning giving you more free time to simply enjoy.

Natural Pools The idea of mineral bathing is a centuries old phenomenon and conjures up the idea of a luxurious experience, rejuvenation and relaxation. In recent years the rise in wellness trends have surged interest in mineral pools due to the therapeutic benefits that come with soaking in the water. Improving circulation, alleviating pain, relieving stress as well as being gentler on the skin making it the hot new trend.

Pool Finishes Australian companies are delivering world leading innovation with an ever-evolving range of pool finishes transforming the end result. Traditionally fiberglass pools tended to come in blue but the colour pallet has now includes whites, greys and blacks.

A white pool will give the water a sparkling Whitsundays look, while darker colours create water that reflects its surrounds.

POOL MOSAICS White 315x315

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Urban Oasis

Low-Maintenance Gardens

As urban blocks get smaller, getting back to nature requires a little creativity. Rooftops and balconies provide fantastic spaces for entertaining and relaxing using outdoor furniture to define specific areas, and varying pavers to create different zones and moods.

Tightening water restrictions and increased temperatures have taken their toll on traditional gardens schemes. Start your low-fuss finish from the ground up replacing grass with a product from Amber’s extensive range of natural stone or concrete pavers, then layer garden beds in a variety sizes and textures to create interest. Encourage overlapping fronds, climbing vines and explosive blooms to saturate your surroundings with lush green palms and bamboos.

Create the illusion of space by carrying pavers upwards to clad an otherwise blank courtyard wall. The variety of cladding that is available from Amber will deliver the look you are wanting to create with your courtyard wall.

THE ANSWER

Finding Your Flow

Outdoor Living With hot, dry summers on the rise and more time than ever spent at home, why not look to landscaping and gardening solutions to transform your garden into an urban oasis this summer?

P O R C E L A I N PAV E R S Urban Surface Cement Grey 600x600

Outdoor rooms and alfresco dining spaces continue to be one of the biggest trends for Australian homes. Creating an effortless extension from indoor to outdoor living is what the Australian summer is all about! The use of expansive glazing and sliding doors will open up a room from the inside out. Increase this effect with flowing paving that connects both the inside and outside areas to create a seamless transition into nature.

Edible gardens and vegetable patches have made a revival during the global pandemic with interest emerging in sustainability, lowering the cost of living, getting closer to nature and more time for home projects. Depending on the space and the produce you want to grow, edible gardens can be created almost anywhere; in pots, raised garden beds, or even kerbside. Natural pavers like Amber’s Granite Twilight or our Tumbled Bluestone are durable and ideal for edging garden beds in on-trend, darker colour tones.

Rooftops and Balconies

Family Friendly

As more and more people downsize and move into apartments, the need to create connection to nature and the outdoors via small balcony gardens or rooftop oasis is more popular than ever. Rooftops are huge as entertainment spaces now and creative, architectural design has opened up these areas to entertaining. A practical system for establishing a rooftop entertaining area is paving on top of specialty paving jacks. These pods sit atop of a waterproof membrane. They are not glued or concreted into the roof, meaning services can continue running under the pavement for easy access and maintenance and Amber’s Urban Surface 20mm porcelain paver ranges are the perfect solution to create this space.

Thinking ahead to create a garden that can upsize and downsize as your family’s needs change over time is smart. As your life changes think about how you can change the backyard space to meet your needs, take building a sandpit for the kids for example. You could consider a product from Amber’s extensive range of concrete garden wall blocks rather than timber, the children’s sandpit could later become the family’s veggie garden or outdoor fire pit.

Darker Colours Colour trends are not reserved for interiors. From fencing to pavers, incorporating on-trend finishes into your outdoor space will ensure it feels fresh and modern for years to come. The right colours can also help to enhance your garden’s best features and make your outdoor area feel larger than it is.

A simple way to update your outdoor space is by painting the fences. Opting for a charcoal or a darker colour, makes the fences recede, you can also incorporate charcoal pavers like Amber’s Terrain Nero pavers to give the illusion of more space.

“Creating an effortless extension from indoor to outdoor living is what the Australian summer is all about!”

Whether you’re landscaping to sell or creating a garden your family can grow into, here are some trend predictions that will help you create stylish and functional outdoor spaces from family friendly gardens to rooftop entertaining.

Outdoor Heating Trans seasonal outdoor entertaining is important for Australians, but it’s only possible with the right heating solutions. The ambience a fire pit brings is worth the investment alone, providing an enjoyable feature for the garden and a natural gathering spot for socialising and entertaining. It’s a great focal point and people are naturally drawn to the campfire-like atmosphere.

If a fire pit isn’t a practical choice for your outdoor area, gas patio heaters or radiant heaters that can be installed on the roof are just some of the outdoor heating options available.

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Foodscaping

P O R C E L A I N PAV E R S Ubran Surface Travertine Platinum 600x600

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Urban Oasis

Low-Maintenance Gardens

As urban blocks get smaller, getting back to nature requires a little creativity. Rooftops and balconies provide fantastic spaces for entertaining and relaxing using outdoor furniture to define specific areas, and varying pavers to create different zones and moods.

Tightening water restrictions and increased temperatures have taken their toll on traditional gardens schemes. Start your low-fuss finish from the ground up replacing grass with a product from Amber’s extensive range of natural stone or concrete pavers, then layer garden beds in a variety sizes and textures to create interest. Encourage overlapping fronds, climbing vines and explosive blooms to saturate your surroundings with lush green palms and bamboos.

Create the illusion of space by carrying pavers upwards to clad an otherwise blank courtyard wall. The variety of cladding that is available from Amber will deliver the look you are wanting to create with your courtyard wall.

THE ANSWER

Finding Your Flow

Outdoor Living With hot, dry summers on the rise and more time than ever spent at home, why not look to landscaping and gardening solutions to transform your garden into an urban oasis this summer?

P O R C E L A I N PAV E R S Urban Surface Cement Grey 600x600

Outdoor rooms and alfresco dining spaces continue to be one of the biggest trends for Australian homes. Creating an effortless extension from indoor to outdoor living is what the Australian summer is all about! The use of expansive glazing and sliding doors will open up a room from the inside out. Increase this effect with flowing paving that connects both the inside and outside areas to create a seamless transition into nature.

Edible gardens and vegetable patches have made a revival during the global pandemic with interest emerging in sustainability, lowering the cost of living, getting closer to nature and more time for home projects. Depending on the space and the produce you want to grow, edible gardens can be created almost anywhere; in pots, raised garden beds, or even kerbside. Natural pavers like Amber’s Granite Twilight or our Tumbled Bluestone are durable and ideal for edging garden beds in on-trend, darker colour tones.

Rooftops and Balconies

Family Friendly

As more and more people downsize and move into apartments, the need to create connection to nature and the outdoors via small balcony gardens or rooftop oasis is more popular than ever. Rooftops are huge as entertainment spaces now and creative, architectural design has opened up these areas to entertaining. A practical system for establishing a rooftop entertaining area is paving on top of specialty paving jacks. These pods sit atop of a waterproof membrane. They are not glued or concreted into the roof, meaning services can continue running under the pavement for easy access and maintenance and Amber’s Urban Surface 20mm porcelain paver ranges are the perfect solution to create this space.

Thinking ahead to create a garden that can upsize and downsize as your family’s needs change over time is smart. As your life changes think about how you can change the backyard space to meet your needs, take building a sandpit for the kids for example. You could consider a product from Amber’s extensive range of concrete garden wall blocks rather than timber, the children’s sandpit could later become the family’s veggie garden or outdoor fire pit.

Darker Colours Colour trends are not reserved for interiors. From fencing to pavers, incorporating on-trend finishes into your outdoor space will ensure it feels fresh and modern for years to come. The right colours can also help to enhance your garden’s best features and make your outdoor area feel larger than it is.

A simple way to update your outdoor space is by painting the fences. Opting for a charcoal or a darker colour, makes the fences recede, you can also incorporate charcoal pavers like Amber’s Terrain Nero pavers to give the illusion of more space.

“Creating an effortless extension from indoor to outdoor living is what the Australian summer is all about!”

Whether you’re landscaping to sell or creating a garden your family can grow into, here are some trend predictions that will help you create stylish and functional outdoor spaces from family friendly gardens to rooftop entertaining.

Outdoor Heating Trans seasonal outdoor entertaining is important for Australians, but it’s only possible with the right heating solutions. The ambience a fire pit brings is worth the investment alone, providing an enjoyable feature for the garden and a natural gathering spot for socialising and entertaining. It’s a great focal point and people are naturally drawn to the campfire-like atmosphere.

If a fire pit isn’t a practical choice for your outdoor area, gas patio heaters or radiant heaters that can be installed on the roof are just some of the outdoor heating options available.

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P O R C E L A I N PAV E R S Ubran Surface Travertine Platinum 600x600

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THE ANSWER

Enhance your outlook with poolside and patio paving solutions you’ll love spending time on during the warmer months, and gazing at when you are spending more time indoors.

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Enhance your outlook with poolside and patio paving solutions you’ll love spending time on during the warmer months, and gazing at when you are spending more time indoors.

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Let’s Rock

Reclaimed Cladding Our Reclaimed Cladding is a modern take on a much-loved traditional material offering an authentic sense of history and craftmanship. Bricks sourced from remote villages via houses built at the beginning of last century add a touch of history to your home, available in three rustic colour tones.

Selecting the perfect natural cut stone paver to rock your world.

Terrain Paver

THE ANSWER

For a natural stone-look finish complete with fossilised imprints, Amber’s Terrain is the all-weather, outdoor solution to your paving needs. A natural-look concrete paver that imitates a stone finish in a variety of tones. Now available in Moody Grey and Tan, exclusive to Amber stores.

Limestone San Remo Paver Amber’s San Remo Tumbled integrates seamlessly into classic contemporary spaces. Being a sedimentary rock and predominantly composed of calcite makes limestone a durable and hardwearing paver option. This timeless range complements a variety of interior trends and styles.

New to Outdoor

PAV E R S Travertine Platinum 600x600

One of the best ways to increase the functionality and appearance of your outdoor space is by laying natural stone pavers. But how do you choose the right stone for you? We all know looks matter, but it’s important to know what truly makes one natural stone paver different from the next. Read our definitive guide to looking beyond colour and texture to choose the best tile for your needs.

Budget Costs vary considerably, depending on material, provenance and of course the stone’s rarity. But it pays to ask the right questions: while marble’s generally more expensive, some types of marble will be cheaper and more abundant than other imported granites.

Porosity & Absorption Hardness & Durability

It’s vital to determine how easily a certain type of stone will absorb liquids, and how easily it’ll stain when coming into contact with oils and other substances. While all-natural stone is porous to some extent, periodically resealing can help you overcome porosity problems.

Harder stone is less likely to chip, crack, scratch or wear down as a result of foot traffic. Certain types of stone (like marble, limestone and travertine) are also prone to chemical etching from contact with acids like citrus fruit or certain cleaning products.

Colour Tone

Bodrum Bianco Marble Paver Add a touch of class and sophistication to walkways, patios and pool surrounds with a durable Marble paver. Cool underfoot even in the height of summer, the opulent touch of imported marble is a true valueenhancer for any outdoor space. Exhibiting soft grey tones on a backdrop of white stone this paver sets a new benchmark in contemporary yet relaxed home living.

Stones from the same category can look quite different, depending on where they’re from. Not all granites or marbles look the same, and if you’re after a particular look this is something you’ll need to consider.

Consistency & Variance Some stone will have a more ‘consistent’ colour and veining pattern across a range of tiles, while others will naturally vary. Preference is a matter of personal taste.

PAV E R S Limestone Tumbled Capbreton 400x400, 600x400, 800x400

Finish & Texture The texture is normally determined by the way the stone is cut and finished, as well as the rock’s inherent qualities. Common finishes include polished, honed, flamed and naturally split.

Aegean Marble Paver

Environmental Impact

Used extensively as a building material for thousands of years Marble is well known for its strength, durability and beauty. Ideal for courtyards, swimming pools, pathways and patios our new Aegean Marble paver exhibits the classic look with a blend of grey tones that fit perfectly within present day home design.

There’s an environmental cost to importing heavy stone pavers thanks to the energy used to ship them here, along with the impact of quarrying and production. At the same time, stone pavers can also be used to provide thermal insulation to reduce heating costs—which will last a lot longer than many other insulation options!

If you’re ready to rock, speak to our team to get great advice for choosing the perfect paver for your project.

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Let’s Rock

Reclaimed Cladding Our Reclaimed Cladding is a modern take on a much-loved traditional material offering an authentic sense of history and craftmanship. Bricks sourced from remote villages via houses built at the beginning of last century add a touch of history to your home, available in three rustic colour tones.

Selecting the perfect natural cut stone paver to rock your world.

Terrain Paver

THE ANSWER

For a natural stone-look finish complete with fossilised imprints, Amber’s Terrain is the all-weather, outdoor solution to your paving needs. A natural-look concrete paver that imitates a stone finish in a variety of tones. Now available in Moody Grey and Tan, exclusive to Amber stores.

Limestone San Remo Paver Amber’s San Remo Tumbled integrates seamlessly into classic contemporary spaces. Being a sedimentary rock and predominantly composed of calcite makes limestone a durable and hardwearing paver option. This timeless range complements a variety of interior trends and styles.

New to Outdoor

PAV E R S Travertine Platinum 600x600

One of the best ways to increase the functionality and appearance of your outdoor space is by laying natural stone pavers. But how do you choose the right stone for you? We all know looks matter, but it’s important to know what truly makes one natural stone paver different from the next. Read our definitive guide to looking beyond colour and texture to choose the best tile for your needs.

Budget Costs vary considerably, depending on material, provenance and of course the stone’s rarity. But it pays to ask the right questions: while marble’s generally more expensive, some types of marble will be cheaper and more abundant than other imported granites.

Porosity & Absorption Hardness & Durability

It’s vital to determine how easily a certain type of stone will absorb liquids, and how easily it’ll stain when coming into contact with oils and other substances. While all-natural stone is porous to some extent, periodically resealing can help you overcome porosity problems.

Harder stone is less likely to chip, crack, scratch or wear down as a result of foot traffic. Certain types of stone (like marble, limestone and travertine) are also prone to chemical etching from contact with acids like citrus fruit or certain cleaning products.

Colour Tone

Bodrum Bianco Marble Paver Add a touch of class and sophistication to walkways, patios and pool surrounds with a durable Marble paver. Cool underfoot even in the height of summer, the opulent touch of imported marble is a true valueenhancer for any outdoor space. Exhibiting soft grey tones on a backdrop of white stone this paver sets a new benchmark in contemporary yet relaxed home living.

Stones from the same category can look quite different, depending on where they’re from. Not all granites or marbles look the same, and if you’re after a particular look this is something you’ll need to consider.

Consistency & Variance Some stone will have a more ‘consistent’ colour and veining pattern across a range of tiles, while others will naturally vary. Preference is a matter of personal taste.

PAV E R S Limestone Tumbled Capbreton 400x400, 600x400, 800x400

Finish & Texture The texture is normally determined by the way the stone is cut and finished, as well as the rock’s inherent qualities. Common finishes include polished, honed, flamed and naturally split.

Aegean Marble Paver

Environmental Impact

Used extensively as a building material for thousands of years Marble is well known for its strength, durability and beauty. Ideal for courtyards, swimming pools, pathways and patios our new Aegean Marble paver exhibits the classic look with a blend of grey tones that fit perfectly within present day home design.

There’s an environmental cost to importing heavy stone pavers thanks to the energy used to ship them here, along with the impact of quarrying and production. At the same time, stone pavers can also be used to provide thermal insulation to reduce heating costs—which will last a lot longer than many other insulation options!

If you’re ready to rock, speak to our team to get great advice for choosing the perfect paver for your project.

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Our range is varied, focussing on textures, colour and versatility in trending designs to meet the ever-evolving demands of the market.

The Journey Starts Here About to begin a new DIY project or major renovation? Amber’s brand new website is the perfect place to start. Learn, plan, compare and visualise, all from the comfort of your home.

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Our range is varied, focussing on textures, colour and versatility in trending designs to meet the ever-evolving demands of the market.

The Journey Starts Here About to begin a new DIY project or major renovation? Amber’s brand new website is the perfect place to start. Learn, plan, compare and visualise, all from the comfort of your home.

ambertiles.com.au

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Renovating is a big investment. Once you know what you want to do, the next step is getting the funds together to do it.

That’s why Amber has joined forces with Zip to give you an interest-free option, with nothing to pay upfront and flexible repayments.

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Our Love My Amber competition gives you a chance to win back costs towards your renovation; a total prize pool of $10,000 to be shared between three lucky winners.

Past winners and entrants alike have shown how Amber tiles and pavers can transform a space. Could your next home renovation project win big?

HOW TO ENTER:

Offer eligible for Amber Tradie Customers at participating stores only.

See website for full terms and conditions.

To enter, simply spend $500 on any Amber indoor or outdoor product and email lovemyamber@ambertiles.com.au with your renovation picture, your contact details and the name of your store of purchase. Visit our website for terms and conditions.

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Love my

Own it Now Pay it Later Want it

Get it

Buy what you want and checkout with Zip

Zip pay us, you get the goods

Amber

Own it You pay Zip back over a set period, interest free

Renovating is a big investment. Once you know what you want to do, the next step is getting the funds together to do it.

That’s why Amber has joined forces with Zip to give you an interest-free option, with nothing to pay upfront and flexible repayments.

Find out more at ambertiles.com.au/finance-option

Robyn and Ray Pooley Leichhardt

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ubingto

St d Holly Matt an ale Mona V

Mark Allen Windsor Downs

Hey Tradies Turn tiles into rewards with Amber Tiles.

Join Qantas Business Rewards to start earning Qantas Points for every dollar you spend with Amber.

Sign up now. It’s free!

Alison G re Seafort en h

dwie-Smith Rod and Katherine Na Kellyville

Our Love My Amber competition gives you a chance to win back costs towards your renovation; a total prize pool of $10,000 to be shared between three lucky winners.

Past winners and entrants alike have shown how Amber tiles and pavers can transform a space. Could your next home renovation project win big?

HOW TO ENTER:

Offer eligible for Amber Tradie Customers at participating stores only.

See website for full terms and conditions.

To enter, simply spend $500 on any Amber indoor or outdoor product and email lovemyamber@ambertiles.com.au with your renovation picture, your contact details and the name of your store of purchase. Visit our website for terms and conditions.

www.qantasbusinessrewards.com/amber-free

ambertiles.com.au/lovemyamber

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