-
Upcycled hallway table
An old table transformed by sanding, painting, staining and adding new knobs and decorative beads. The project I found this hallway table for free and decided to give it a complete makeover. Steps Step 1 Applied paint stripper to the top and scraped off the old varnish. Used my sander to remove old stain and get the top…
-
Upcycled kitchen cabinetry using Dulux Renovation Range paint
Budget kitchen makeover using the Dulux Renovation Range to paint the cabinetry in a bold "Papaya Pink" colour. The project We recently moved into our house and weren’t happy with the kitchen, unfortunately we didn’t have the money to do a full renovation so we gave it a facelift instead. We painted the cabinetry and…
-
Alfresco makeover using paint and bistro blinds
A deck and red brick surroundings were revamped with grey paint as part of an alfresco makeover that also included new furniture, lighting and bistro blinds. The project My original alfresco comprised of red brick, Merbau decking and old wooden seating. Over the years, the Merbau faded and was in constant need of…
-
Laundry makeover using Practa and Flatpax
Practa and Flatpax cabinets, along with a new tiled splashback, helped to transform a laundry. The project A laundry renovation with Flatpax and Practa cabinets and a tiled backsplash. Steps Step 1 Sand, clean, prime with White Knight laminate primer. After drying sand again with fine sand block then apply top coat, we…
-
Recycled timber double barn door for hallway
A collection of leftover aged timbers were put to good use for a practical bathroom barn door using a black double barn door kit. The project We had a small bathroom in a narrow, short hall, and after removing the original 1950s doorframe were left with a doorway wider than the wall space - so a conventional single barn…
-
Garden makeover to encourage birds and bees
A bare garden was transformed into a beautiful sanctuary with garden beds, water features, new turf, outdoor entertaining area, and a variety of plants for both its owners and local wildlife to enjoy. The project We had a large bare area of garden and decided that we wanted to encourage all sorts of wildlife into the…
-
Decorative timber fireplace surround with mantel
A fireplace mantel and surround made from Pine, then painted and waxed to help transform a living room. The project For the longest time I knew this empty odd-shaped wall in our living space needed a fireplace mantel and surround. It just made so much sense and was honestly the only thing missing to create a cosy…
-
Girl's bedroom feature wall with painted arches
Distinctive arches for a painted feature wall in a girl's beroom using a laser level and a dinner plate as guides. The project I wanted to add some colour to my daughter's room, so I painted wall arches on one wall. Steps Step 1 First I cleaned the wall with sugar soap. I measured how tall I wanted the arches and set up…
-
Laundry renovation using Kaboodle
White, timber and brass was the classic colour palette that helped transform this laundry along with Kaboodle cabinetry, a timber benchtop and tiled splashback. The project A few simple selections, layout change and styling can be all it takes to make an impact. In our Laundry renovation I decided to keep it simple with a…
-
Stilla Peppertree studio build for craft room
A Stilla Peppertree D.I.Y. kit build to use as a backyard craft studio. The project Installation of a studio shed to our home to create a comfortable space to do some craft. I followed the Stilla instructions as closely as possible. They were very easy to follow! And absolutely everything needed was included, with plenty…
-
Garden stepping stones on a budget
Low-cost D.I.Y. stepping stones for a rambling garden path made using chicken wire and cement as a budget alternative to bluestone or travertine pavers. The project I am currently creating a sanctuary garden in my backyard under a massive magnolia tree. When I first bought my home the yard was pretty bland, and under the…
-
Kitchen makeover using Dulux Renovation range paint
A dark kitchen with dated cream cabinetry and brown tiles was brightened and freshened on a budget using Dulux Renovation Range paint. The project My kitchen needed some attention to make me want to feel like cooking in it. It's the hub of the home and it really made me feel sad and down. I saw a video of someone using…