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The project:
Toilet makeover
My mum bought a 70's two storey house, it was a rented property for 15 years, and the previous owners did not want to invest/fix any problems in the house. The property was purchased in the winter.
Long time Bunnings customer and vintage Handyman mazagine reader Evie Massingham renovated and rejuvenated a tired toilet.
When renovating I came up with a plan. Patch any holes then paint the house by room. All of my renovations was self-taught by Australian Handyman magazine from 2015-2018, Bunnings in store advice, Bunnings Diy videos and the Bunnings diy tips online.
Thank you Bunnings and my plumber for making this project possible :)
- Materials:
Materials
Bathroom wall paint (low sheen, mould resistant)
Ceiling paint (optional)
Primer/undercoat (if required)
Sugar soap
Mould remover (if required)
Wall filler
Gap filler
Sandpaper (120–180 grit)
Painter’s masking tape
Drop sheet
Paint tray liners
Microfibre cloths/rags
Disposable gloves
- Tools:
Plumber's Equipment for toilet
- Adjustable wrench: For water lines.
- Channel lock pliers: For stubborn bolts.
- Putty knife: For wax removal.
- Sponge & bucket: For draining water.
- Sewer flange plug: For blocking gases.
- Heavy-duty trash bags: For disposal protection.
- Nitrile work gloves: For sanitation.
Painter's Equipment me :)
- Drop sheets: For floor protection.
- Painter's tape: For masking trim.
- Drywall joint compound: For patching holes.
- Sanding sponge: For smoothing walls.
- Paint roller & frame: For main walls.
- Angled sash brush: For cutting in.
- Paint tray & liners: For holding paint.
Reinstallation Materials (Plumber used)
- New wax ring: For the gas/water seal.
- New closet bolts: For floor mounting.
- Torpedo level: For leveling the bowl.
- Plastic toilet shims: For stabilizing wobbles.
- Hacksaw: For trimming bolt tops.
- Silicone caulk & gun: For floor sealing.
- Braided supply line: For fresh water connection.
- Step 1:
The toilet was the first thing that we needed to fix. We hired a licensed plumber to install a new water saving toilet. But the old toilet left 3 holes in the wall where the original toilet was.
- Step 2:
I patched up the holes in the toilet, Tip: add a small amount of white vinegar to the plaster mix to delay setting time.
- Step 3:
I allowed the plaster to dry. Then I painted the trim, ceiling and walls using Dulux- Antique White U.S.A, and ceiling white. For the trim and doors I used a high gloss white Taubmans endure paint. All painting was applied with a microfiber based roller, paintbrush and gloss roller these were chosen for the excellent finish, smooth and glossy look.
- Step 4:
The dark colours required 2 coats of paint, we wanted a really bright finish so I painted three coats on the ceiling, walls. The trim and door only required 2 coats.
- Step 5:
After the painting was finished and dry. I also installed a new door handle and mechanism.
