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How to apply epoxy to a garage floor
Difficulty: Beginner Epoxy garage floors provide a durable and stain-resistant finish that looks amazing and is easy to maintain. We'll show you how to achieve professional-looking results in your own home. Sponsored Post Video Tutorial Steps Step 1 Clear everything off the garage floor. Sweep out all dirt and debris and…
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Castle bookshelf
This castle-shaped bookshelf was screwed together to create a secure structure and attached to the wall with one angle bracket. The project I used Pine boards for the structure. I primed them and then painted using Rust-Oleum Ultra Matt paint in blush pink. For the writing on the front, I used a Sharpie in metallic gold…
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Ute bookshelf
A creative ute-shaped bookshelf with storage behind the door and headlights that could be used as a night light. The project It took me about a week to make this ute bookshelf for my son. I used Pine boards from Bunnings, which I stained with black paint and water. For the door I used grey paint and water – a wash effect…
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Bedroom feature wall using Easycraft VJ panels
Easycraft VJ panels were used to transform a main bedroom by creating a feature wall. The project Our main bedroom was looking a little dull and in need of some love so I recently created this feature wall in it to give it that wow factor while also utilising the wall space for storage of coats and bags, and a new…
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Front yard transformation
An extra car space was created and screening trees planted in this front yard makeover. The project We recently bought a house that was built in 1990 and needs some work. While we plan and save for renos, I’ve been tidying up the front and back yards. One day, while I was tidying up the driveway, I discovered wooden…
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D.I.Y. tinted windows
Mirror-tinted window film was quick and easy to install and helped create privacy and remove sun glare. The project My husband and I decided to try out the mirror-tinted window film from Bunnings. We are super impressed! We got two big windows done for less than $100, plus we had a heap left over. We only used about half…
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How to clean a fly screen
Difficulty: Beginner It's common for fly screens to become dusty and dirty over time. This can potentially block fresh air from entering your home and look unsightly. Here is a simple guide to cleaning a standard fly screen. Let us know if you have any questions. We’d be happy to assist. Sponsored Post Steps Step 1 Remove…
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Bedroom feature wall with Easycraft panels
Finished result.Our main bedroom was looking a little dull and in need of some love so I recently created this feature wall in it to give it that wow factor while also utilising the wall space for storage of coats, bags etc and a new tv. Materials Easycraft Wall Panels Moulding Capping Interior Paint Paint Brush Spakfilla…
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$500 Bunnings laundry reno
Our laundry was pretty basic with just a standard trough and no storage. We wanted to make it more practical but had a very small budget. So we went to Bunnings and bought a large bench top, new sink, 2x cupboards and some beautiful tiles. It took us less than a day to put it all together, and the best part was it only…
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Craft room with storage
Shelves, storage tubs, baskets, a pegboard and plasterboard wall fixings used to organise a new craft room. The project We had a small empty room upstairs that has a sloped ceiling and is a bit of an awkward space, so I decided to turn it into my craft room and study. Tools and materials Materials used in the project: *…
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How to create a brick feature wall using paint
Difficulty: Beginner Turn a blank slate into a beautiful brick feature wall using just paint. This simple and low-cost painting project creates a feature that is bound to impress and adds character to your room. Sponsored Post Video Tutorial Steps Step 1 Prepare your wall for painting. Lay down a drop sheet or some old…
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Brick feature wall
A quick little feature wall I did in my sons room today, using some left over paint, a sponge and about an hour of my time 👌🏻
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Front yard transformation
Hi Workshop Members! It’s been a little while since I’ve posted on here, but here’s a project I’ve been up to that has a pretty cool story behind it. We recently bought a house, it was built in 1990 and needs some work. While we plan & save for renos I’ve been tidying up the front and back yard. One day while I was trying…
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Budget Bunnings laundry renovation
Completed in just a day for a wallet-friendly budget of $500, this popular renovation project transformed a basic laundry with a standard trough and no storage by installing a new sink, cupboards, tiles and benchtop. The project Our laundry was pretty basic with just a standard trough and no storage. We wanted to make it…
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Craft room with storage
We had a small empty room upstairs that has a sloped ceiling and is a bit of an awkward space so I decided to turn it into my craft room/ study. Materials Hang track Hang track cover Wall strip Pegboard backing plate Pegboard hooks Toteboard backing plate Toteboard tubs Wire baskets Tray shelves Sliding shoe rack (used for…
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Lounge retreat with feature wall
I recently turned an unused room upstairs into a second lounge/ retreat. I had a vision of making it feel warm and cozy, a place to just chill and relax. I was able to achieve this mood with selective furnishings and a dark feature wall. Materials 1200 x 2400 Easycraft Panel 42x18mm Moulding Screws Construction Adhesive…
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D.I.Y. frosted front door glass
Installing frosted window film on doors is a simple and effective way to add privacy to your home. The project We recently installed window film to the front doors of our new home. We had great results installing mirrored window film at our last place a couple of years ago, but this time we wanted privacy for both day and…
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How to build a raised garden bed for privacy
Difficulty: Intermediate Add privacy and hide unsightly views by growing plants in a raised garden bed. The elevated bed shortens the time taken for plants to reach your desired height, making it a functional and stylish feature in your outdoor area. Here is a guide on how to build a raised garden bed for privacy. You can…
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Doll house makeover
This Kmart doll house was given a complete makeover with paint, varnish and Balsa wood. The project Hey everyone, thought I’d share a Kmart doll house I recently gave a makeover. I’ve attached some before and after pictures and a rundown of the process. I started by staining all the wood trim and detail with Bondall…
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D.I.Y. Christmas cottage with expanding foam snow
Creative use of foam and masonry fillers helped turn a basic dollhouse into a cheerful Christmas cottage. The project I love Christmas and also love a good dollhouse reno (you may have seen a few of my previous dollhouse builds and dollhouse renos on Workshop) so I decided to turn a cheap wooden dollhouse into a wintery…
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Paver refresh
It’s amazing what a bit of fresh paint and a tidy up can do to a space. We DIYd this pathway down the side of our rental property around 9 years, and while it held up pretty well it was due for a bit of a spruce up. We gave the pavers a high pressure clean, then repainted with Knight White’s ultra pave paving & concrete…
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Exterior makeover project using paint
We recently bought an older house that needs a lot of work done to it. As we plan & prepare for the upcoming renos, in the meantime I’ve been making a few simple & affordable updates to it to make it feel more homely. So I thought I’d show you what a difference just a bit of paint can make. I painted the exterior doors,…
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DIY frost window film
We recently installed window film to the front doors of our new home. We had great results installing mirrored window film at our last place a couple of years ago, but this time we wanted privacy for both day & night so we went with the pillar products plain frost. MATERIALS used (everything from Bunnings): • Glass cleaner…
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How to upcycle a dollhouse
Difficulty: Beginner Upcycling a dollhouse is a great way to keep ensure multiple generations of kids can enjoy it for years to come. From upholstering bedheads to repainting walls, there’s a lot you can do to transform an old dollhouse into a modern one that provides hours of imaginative fun. Here is our guide to…
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How to get your home ready for sale
Difficulty: Beginner Selling your home is an exciting time. To get a great deal, it’s important that your home creates a solid first impression. Here is our guide to making your home more attractive to potential buyers. Let us know if you have any questions, and we'd be happy to help. Sponsored Post Steps Step 1 Paint your…
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Metal garden ornament upcycle
I saw some metal birds at my local Kmart that I thought were really cute but I wasn’t a big fan of their colours so I decided to give them a makeover. I started by giving them a clean using a damp cloth, just to remove any dust. Next, I used a fine sanding block and gave them a really light scuff, just to remove some of…
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Dollhouse makeover
Hey everyone, thought I’d share a Kmart dollhouse I recently gave a makeover. I’ve attached some before & after pics as well as some pics & a run down of the process. I started by staining all the wood trim & detail. I like to experiment with colours so I made my own stain by adding a drop of oil based black and red enamel…
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Lawn recovery with seeds
Hi everyone, Thought I’d share my little lawn project from the last 4 weeks. Basically the kids dug a massive hole in the lawn and played in it all the time with their toy diggers. 😅 We are getting our house ready for sale so I fixed it up using a $6 box of all purpose lawn seed from Bunnings. I filled the hole in with…
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Simple and affordable shoe storage
This quick and simple shoe storage solution using timber offcuts is a terrific way to keep shoes tidy and out of sight. The project I cut timber offcuts I had laying around to size (approximately 50mm smaller than the depth of the shelves) and glued them to the wall with Selleys Hold Up. I also put one screw in the middle…
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DIY kitchen shelves using Pine moulding
A wall in my kitchen was looking a little bare, while the bench was looking cluttered so I made some slim shelves using Pine moulding. I measured & cut the moulding on an angle to create a neat corner and attached the tops & bottoms together using liquid nails & screws. Then I painted them and attached them to the wall…
