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Tile refresh in bathroom using Dulux Renovator range
hi all, I want to share a tip following my recent efforts with giving the bathroom tiles a makeover by repainting them using the Dulux Renovator range . Preparation IS BORING BUT ESSENTIAL just like any other painting project 90 percent of the work is in surface preparation Cleaning and surface sanding is critical to…
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Shelving for stereo system using timber pallets
The benchtop unit was made in part using old timer pallets (planed, sanded back) and timbers purchased at local bunnings. The top took the longest due to the amount of planing and sanding and finishing , joining required using combination of glue and clamps and also support bracing underneath. Hidden metal Brackets and…
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Building a budget coffee table
Here are some photos if early stages if my current project. A budget priced coffee table. Timber taken from a pallet broken up by me then cut to length, planer to help smooth it somewhat and now glued and clamped for a few days.
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Slim/mini tv stand
here is a photo of a couple of my projects over recent months (3 to be exact).The idea for the tv stand came from another contributor here @Carol_Prime ....skirting boards and flooring also done though the flooring was a very time consuming task.
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Repainting kitchen fridge
As a result of a very dramatic change in personal circumstances, I am forced to relocate and buy furniture and some appliances. A family member is very kindly giving me an old fridge I can use, however the exterior surface has seen better days and I want to spray paint it in a stainless steel finish/look. Has anyone in the…
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How to treat pallets for termites?
hi all, I have seen quite a few really good ideas to re-use. timbers pallets however given I live in Qld termites/white ants are a problem for outdoor furniture ...is there an easy way I can get pallet timbers treated to protect against this threat? thanks in advance.
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Raised treated timber planter box
Here are photos of a recently completed planter box. It measures 2000mm x 550mm (W) x 400mm (H). Used 100mm timber screws and glue to secure. I pre-drilled all holes to prevent unwanted splitting. Now to line the inside walls.
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Timber bench seat
Here are photos of my now 95 percent complete timber bench seat made from treated timber sleepers,which i dressed (in part myself). It measures 1800(L) 400(W) made from 3x 2400x200x50 treated pine sleepers.
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Timber workbench
Hi all, I am a complete newcomber and this timber workbench is my first major project. Last night it was "repurposed" as a party table for my daughters 21st. It is a workbench and I still haven't found an acceptable vice to attach just yet. It measures 1800 in length x 800depth x 920 height. A good working height for me.
