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The project:
This project transformed our dated 1970s kitchen and laundry into a modern, streamlined, highly functional space, whilst largely retaining the original footprint. We worked together after full time work hours and on the weekends to transform this space over a year whilst living here. The end result- A contemporary minimalist galley kitchen with Scandinavian/Australian inspired warmth, featuring white cabinetry, engineered stone benchtops, textured grey/green splashback tiles, matte black fixtures and a seamlessly integrated laundry. We balanced clean lines, generous workspace and storage, and timeless finishes to create a bright, sophisticated family kitchen.
- Materials:
- Duratile 60x60cm Crema Porcelain Indoor Floor Tile: https://www.bunnings.com.au/duratile-60-x-60cm-1-08m-crema-porcelain-indoor-floor-and-wall-tile-3-carton_p0087517
- Davco SMP Evo Tile Adhesive: https://www.bunnings.com.au/davco-20kg-smp-evo-tile-adhesive_p6650266
- Dunlop Flexible Alabaster Grout: https://www.bunnings.com.au/dunlop-1-5kg-flexible-coloured-grout-alabaster_p6650193
- Framing Blue Pine: https://www.bunnings.com.au/90-x-45mm-framing-mgp10-h2-blue-pine-2-4m_p8031022
- Dulux 1Step Prep Primer Sealer and Undercoat: https://www.bunnings.com.au/dulux-4l-1step-prep-primer-sealer-undercoat_p1370234
- Tubmans White Flat Easycoat Ceiling Paint: https://www.bunnings.com.au/taubmans-2l-white-flat-easycoat-ceiling-paint_p0400990
- Dulux Casper White Quarter Wall Paint: https://www.bunnings.com.au/dulux-100ml-casper-white-quarter-sample-pot_p1420600
- British Paints Gloss White Paint: https://www.bunnings.com.au/british-paints-1l-white-gloss-enamel-paint_p1420060
- SikaSeal White Silicon Sealant: https://www.bunnings.com.au/sika-300ml-white-sikaseal-kitchen-and-bathroom-silicone-sealant_p1210308
- SikaSeal Alabaster Silicon Sealant: https://www.bunnings.com.au/sika-300ml-alabaster-sikaseal-kitchen-and-bathroom-silicone-sealant_p1210402
- SikaSeal Grey Silicon Sealant: https://www.bunnings.com.au/sika-300ml-grey-sikaseal-kitchen-and-bathroom-silicone-sealant_p1210405
- Selleys No More Gaps: https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-475g-no-more-gaps-interior-multipurpose-gap-filler-3-pack_p1232399
- SikaSeal Acrylic Gap Filler: https://www.bunnings.com.au/sika-310ml-white-sikaseal-acrylic-100-gap-filler_p1670226
- Selleys Tradies Bog: https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-550g-tradie-s-bog-550g_p1210366
- Selleys Spakfilla Rapid Gap Filler: https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-180g-spakfilla-rapid-gap-filler-180g_p1231864
- Titan Plasterboard Screws: https://www.bunnings.com.au/titan-6g-x-30mm-ph2-plasterboard-screw-500-pack_p0912041
- Buildex Plasterboard Screws: https://www.bunnings.com.au/buildex-6g-x-30mm-gold-passivated-plasterboard-screws-dual-type-17-tip-500-pack_p0920177
- Ramset 25mm Green Wall Plugs: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ramset-7-x-25mm-green-wall-plugs-100-pack_p2260658
- Ramset 10x80mm Ultra-Long Hex Anchor RamPlug: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ramset-10-x-80mm-ultra-long-hex-galvanised-anchor-ramplug-10-pack_p2260199
- Zenith Countersunk Rib Head Chipboard Screws: https://www.bunnings.com.au/zenith-8g-x-60mm-countersunk-rib-head-chipboard-screws-50-pack_p2420579
- Zenith Countersunk Long Thread Timber Screws: https://www.bunnings.com.au/zenith-8g-x-25mm-zinc-plated-hinge-long-thread-countersunk-head-timber-screws-100-pack_p2434095
- Macsim Galvanised Threaded Rod: https://www.bunnings.com.au/macsim-m12-x-1-2m-hot-dipped-galvanised-threaded-rod_p2410266
- Earthwool Insulation: https://www.bunnings.com.au/earthwool-r2-5hd-multi-use-roll-90mm-x-430mm-x-8500mm-3-7m-1-pack_p0524197
- Gyprock CSR Base Coat 60: https://www.bunnings.com.au/gyprock-csr-20kg-base-coat-60_p0731114
- Gyprock CSR Easy Finish Topping Compound: https://www.bunnings.com.au/gyprock-csr-15kg-easy-finish-topping-compound_p0736156
- Gyprock CSR Acrylic Stud Adhesive: https://www.bunnings.com.au/gyprock-csr-5-5kg-acrylic-stud-adhesive_p0731172
- Gyprock CSR Plasterboard Perforated Paper Jointing Tape: https://www.bunnings.com.au/gyprock-csr-75m-plasterboard-perforated-paper-jointing-tape_p0731017
- Gyprock CSR Plasterboard: https://www.bunnings.com.au/gyprock-csr-2400-x-1200-x-10mm-2-88sqm-plasterboard-re_p0731415
- Gyprock CSR Drywall Masonry Adhesive: https://www.bunnings.com.au/gyprock-csr-20kg-drywall-masonry-adhesive_p0730031
- Holman 50mm x 1m PVC DWV pipe: https://www.bunnings.com.au/holman-50mm-x-1m-pvc-dwv-pipe_p4770087
- Holman 40mm x 1m PVC DWV pipe: https://www.bunnings.com.au/holman-40mm-x-1m-pvc-dwv-pipe_p4770086
- Grates 2 Go Grey UPVC Tile Insert Point Drain: https://www.bunnings.com.au/grates-2-go-grey-upvc-tile-insert-point-drain-g2gpv-1g_p0289875
- Holman 50mm 88' Female and Female PVC DWV I / O Bend: https://www.bunnings.com.au/holman-50mm-88-female-and-female-pvc-dwv-i-o-bend_p4770316
- Holman 50mm 88' Female and Female PVC BWV Plain Bend: https://www.bunnings.com.au/holman-50mm-88-female-and-female-pvc-dwv-plain-bend_p4755794
- Holman 90x50mm Round PVC Storm Downpipe Reducer: https://www.bunnings.com.au/holman-90-x-50mm-round-pvc-storm-downpipe-reducer_p4760089
- Holman 40mm 88' Female and Female PVC DWV Plain Bend: https://www.bunnings.com.au/holman-40mm-88-female-and-female-pvc-dwv-plain-bend_p4770320
- Caroma 40mm Combination S and P Trap: https://www.bunnings.com.au/caroma-40mm-combination-s-and-p-trap_p4783864
- Caroma 50mm Double Bowl Connector: https://www.bunnings.com.au/caroma-50mm-double-bowl-connector_p4783961
- Caroma 50mm White Combination S and P Traps With Dishwasher Connection: https://www.bunnings.com.au/caroma-50mm-white-combination-s-and-p-traps-with-dishwasher-connection_p4783898
- Sika Grey Anchorfix-3001 Chemical Anchoring Adhesive: https://www.bunnings.com.au/sika-250ml-grey-anchorfix-3001-chemical-anchoring-adhesive_p0349114
- Heavy Duty Paint Tray: https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-270mm-black-heavy-duty-paint-tray_p0464963
- Mini Paint Tray: https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-100mm-mini-paint-tray_p1670250
- Paint Partner Heavy Duty Drop Sheets: https://www.bunnings.com.au/paint-partner-3-6-x-5-4m-extra-large-heavy-duty-drop-sheet_p0328944
- Click 90mm LED Downlights: https://www.bunnings.com.au/click-8w-90mm-cct-led-downlight-4-pack_p0516235
- Ozito Detail Sander Sanding Sheets: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-detail-sander-assorted-grits-sanding-sheets-10-pack_p6291702
- Flexovit 80 Grit Sand Paper: https://www.bunnings.com.au/flexovit-115mm-x-1m-80-grit-no-clog-sandpaper-roll_p0341666
- Flexovit 120 Grit Sand Paper: https://www.bunnings.com.au/flexovit-115mm-x-1m-120-grit-painted-surface-sandpaper-roll-120-grit_p1210528
- Rocket Fine Sanding Sponge: https://www.bunnings.com.au/rocket-fine-sanding-sponge-fine_p1661077
- 3mm T-Shape Tile Spacers: https://www.bunnings.com.au/qep-3mm-t-shape-tile-spacers-500-pack_p6821923
- QEP Tile Wedges: https://www.bunnings.com.au/qep-tile-wedges-500-pack_p6821931
- Titan Mixed Window Packers: https://www.bunnings.com.au/titan-75mm-600-piece-mixed-window-packers_p0647610
- Betta TileCare Tile and Grout Sealer: https://www.bunnings.com.au/betta-tilecare-1l-tile-grout-sealer_p6829078
- QEP 10mmx3m Silver L Shaped Tile Trim: https://www.bunnings.com.au/qep-10mm-x-3-0m-silver-l-shaped-tile-trim-angle_p6650056
- Floor Tile Levelling System- Clips and Wedges(not sold anymore)
- Swan Floatcem Cement: https://www.bunnings.com.au/swan-20kg-floatcem-cement_p0760000
- Cockburn Brickies Grey Cement: https://www.bunnings.com.au/cockburn-17-85kg-brickies-grey-cement_p0762282
- Westbuild Plastering Sand: https://www.bunnings.com.au/westbuild-20kg-plastering-sand-handy-pack_p0760208
- Gyprock Cornice Cement: https://www.bunnings.com.au/gyprock-csr-2-5kg-cornice-cement-2-5kg_p0730786
- Selleys Liquid Nails Strong Adhesive: https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-420g-liquid-nails-fast-grab-strong-adhesive_p1230096
- Selleys Sugar Soap: https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-1l-wall-surface-cleaner-super-concentrate-sugar-soap_p1230181
- Siniat Furring Channel: https://www.bunnings.com.au/siniat-18-x-3600mm-0-42bmt-furring-channel_p1091115
- Rondo 90' Corner Bead: https://www.bunnings.com.au/rondo-2400mm-90-external-corner-bead-perforated-profile-with-30mm-leg_p0733849
- Tools:
- DTA 80mm Glue Mixer: https://www.bunnings.com.au/dta-80mm-glue-mixer_p6826800
- Grout Joint Finisher: https://www.bunnings.com.au/qep-grout-joint-finisher_p6650139
- Ozito 400W Power Paint Spray Gun: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-400w-power-paint-spray-gun_p1661264
- Ozito Rotary Hammer Drill Kit: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-1500w-5j-rotary-hammer-drill-kit-rhd-1550_p0382377
- AEG Force Kit: https://www.bunnings.com.au/aeg-18v-fusion-4-piece-5-0ah-force-kit_p0468505
- Ozito Angle Grinder: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-125mm-5-angle-grinder-kit_p0048825
- AEG Handheld Dust Extractor: https://www.bunnings.com.au/aeg-18v-handheld-dust-extractor-a18hv0-skin-only_p0379990
- Sherlock 100L Wheel Barrow: https://www.bunnings.com.au/sherlock-100l-steel-tray-wide-wheel-wheelbarrow_p3360550
- Ozito 200W Detail Sander: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-200w-detail-sander_p0098548
- Trim Paint Brush: https://www.bunnings.com.au/pro-renovator-50mm-trim-paint-brush_p1661758
- Rat Tail Paint Brush: https://www.bunnings.com.au/monarch-25mm-rat-tail-trim-paint-brush-25mm_p1661819
- 50mm Wall Paint Brush: https://www.bunnings.com.au/pro-renovator-50mm-wall-paint-brush_p1661752
- Gloss and Low Sheen Mini Roller Kit: https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-100mm-you-can-do-it-gloss-and-low-sheen-mini-roller-kit-9mm-nap_p0096129
- Monarch 270mm Paint Roller Frame: https://www.bunnings.com.au/monarch-270mm-comfort-grip-roller-frame_p1560517
- Kincrome Hammer: https://www.bunnings.com.au/kincrome-24oz-claw-hammer_p0105803
- Trojan Sledge Hammer: https://www.bunnings.com.au/trojan-10lb-4-5kg-fibreglass-sledge-hammer_p0131381
- Wiha Screw drivers: https://www.bunnings.com.au/wiha-5-piece-screwdriver-set_p0707199
- Wiha Pliers: https://www.bunnings.com.au/wiha-2-piece-1000v-rated-plier-set-41926_p0336298
- Paint Partner Silicon Scrapers: https://www.bunnings.com.au/paint-partner-4-piece-silicone-scraper-set_p1660196
- Grout Brush: https://www.bunnings.com.au/sabco-soft-grip-grout-brush_p4480053
- Wall stripper/scraper
- Monarch 1.2-2.4m Aluminium Extension Pole: https://www.bunnings.com.au/monarch-1-2-2-4m-professional-aluminium-extension-pole_p1662497
- Sponges: https://www.bunnings.com.au/all-set-6-pack-jumbo-sponges_p0627036
- QEP 10mm Notched Adhesive Trowel: https://www.bunnings.com.au/qep-10mm-square-notch-handyman-adhesive-trowel_p6650393
- QEP Home Pro Grout float: https://www.bunnings.com.au/qep-home-pro-grout-float_p6659942
- Paint Partner Hand Sander: https://www.bunnings.com.au/paint-partner-hand-sander_p0328977
- UNi-PRO Metal Pole Sander: https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-metal-pole-sander_p1674040
- UNi-PRO Metal Paint Can Opener: https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-metal-paint-can-opener_p1670452
- Stainless Steel Rulers: https://www.bunnings.com.au/craftright-600-and-300mm-stainless-steel-ruler-2-piece_p0919681
- Stanley Tape Measure: https://www.bunnings.com.au/stanley-fatmax-8m-tape-measure_p5662780
- Worksite Markers: https://www.bunnings.com.au/empire-black-fine-tip-worksite-marker-4-pack_p5660733
- Kango Masonry Drill Bit: https://www.bunnings.com.au/kango-6-5-x-150mm-1-4-masonry-drill-bit_p0727618
- Full Boar Impact Torsion Bit: https://www.bunnings.com.au/full-boar-ph2-x-150mm-impact-torsion-bit-2-pack_p0328247
- Craftright Soft Cushion Knee Pads: https://www.bunnings.com.au/craftright-soft-cushion-knee-pads_p5820490
- TommyCo All Terrain GelPro Knee Pads: https://www.bunnings.com.au/tommyco-all-terrain-gelpro-knee-pads_p0379028
- UNi-PRO Paint Scraper: https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-75mm-real-good-paint-scraper_p1670148
- UNi-PRO 100mm Heavy Duty Wall Stripper: https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-100mm-heavy-duty-wall-stripper_p0149280
- UNi-PRO Heavy Duty Safety Paint Scraper: https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-heavy-duty-safety-paint-scraper_p1670219
- Plastic Scraper: https://www.bunnings.com.au/pro-renovator-150mm-plastic-scraper_p1610000
- Ozito Heat Gun: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-2000w-variable-temperature-heat-gun_p6290265
- AEG 18V Fan: https://www.bunnings.com.au/aeg-18v-hybrid-fan-skin-only_p0468501
- AEG Workshop Blower: https://www.bunnings.com.au/aeg-18v-workshop-blower-and-inflator-deflator_p0144389
- AEG 18V Multi-Tool: https://www.bunnings.com.au/aeg-18v-multi-tool-skin-only_p0317134
- Dustpan and Brush: https://www.bunnings.com.au/geelong-brush-dustpan-and-brush-set_p4460128
- Sika Caulking Gun: https://www.bunnings.com.au/sika-wt-215-trade-caulking-gun_p1661395
- Kango Bucket Scoop: https://www.bunnings.com.au/kango-bucket-scoop_p0098428
- Step 1:
Demolition of old kitchen and laundry: remove old cabinetry and flooring. Remove skirting and cornice to re-use. Scrape old floor glue off and grind the concrete floor. Remove laundry (to outside) door and window. Install supports to load baring structures in the roof in preparation for moving/removing walls .
- Step 2:
Move laundry wall back into lounge room (remove dead space in living area) and remove most of the old doorway wall from kitchen to laundry (to open up the space and have one long continued bench top on the window side). Remove laundry screed slab and prepare sand for new concrete.
- Step 3:
Pour new laundry floor concrete slab. Brick up and plaster door and window holes. Have plumbing moved for new sink locations and electrics run for new appliances and powerpoints. Patch new wall locations and utility holes and build bulk head in appliance/pantry nook.
- Step 4:
Lay tiles on floor. Grout tiles. Drain plumbing.
- Step 5:
Prep for painting by washing, filling holes and sanding walls and ceiling. Spray paint ceiling, then paint walls. Install new ceiling lights.
- Step 6:
Build and install cabinetry. Install light strip under bulkhead cabinets. Acid wash floor tiles to remove any grout haze.
- Step 7:
Bench top and water fall ends install.
- Step 8:
Install cabinet handles. Tile splash back, put on edging, grout and seal splash back.
- Step 9:
Install kick boards, skirting, appliances (oven, range hood, dish washer, washing machine) taps and wooden shelf. Peel plastic protectors off everything.
- Step 10:
Silicon gaps. Install electric blind. Paint touch ups and styling.
