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materials, and understated feature detailing.” James Hardie HardieGroove Lining has been used on internal walls to add interest to feature walls in the daybed area and entrance. This product reflects the charm of traditional tongue and groove timber panelling, but also has all the qualities of a modern James Hardie fibre cement product in terms of durability. “As well as achieving the look we wanted, HardieGroove Lining gave us a hardwearing surface in high impact areas,” says Marra. James Hardie’s Axon Panel has been used on the high raking internal ceilings to keep the grooves defined and achieve deeper lines, creating a feeling of lightness and space. In the wet areas, Villaboard Lining provides a high performance solution. “James Hardie engineered products have given us the look and functionality that we wanted, without the expense,” says Marra. For details, contact James Hardie, phone 0800 808 868. Email: [email protected], or go to the website: www.jameshardie.co.nz Above: James Hardie’s Axon Panel provides strong, deep line definition on the home’s raking ceiling – tying in with the design’s country accent and creating a feeling of lightness and space. However, while these grooved surfaces add to the country house sensibility, they also have all the benefits of fibre cement, such as extreme durability, and resistance to fire, rot, and moisture. see more online: search 48716 at Trendsideas.com search | save | share at