-
How to soundproof a garage turned to living space?
Hello all, Hope everyone is well. We are in the process of converting our garage into a living space for guests. The garage is located deep inside the front of the house, and it adjoins wall from the front entry down towards our living space. So, there is a major soundproofing issue that needs to be addressed, including…
-
Kitchen revamp using paint
This kitchen was transformed with freshly painted cabinets using the Dulux Renovation Range and a new rangehood, rangetop, benchtop, sink and dishwasher. The project We used the Dulux Renovation Range to revamp our kitchen with a two-tone colour. We also installed a new rangehood, rangetop, benchtop, sink and dishwasher.…
-
Laundry makeover with Kaboodle cabinets
Kaboodle cabinets, stick-on tiles and fresh paint were used in this laundry renovation. The project This project took a little while to finish. We managed to finish it off before the arrival of a new baby boy. The clothes dryer was an added bonus for the baby. We used Kaboodle cabinets, and a benchtop from Bunnings. We…
-
Laundry makeover with Kaboodle cabinets
This project took a little while to finish. We managed to finish it off before the arrival of a new baby boy. The dyer was an added bonus for the baby lol. We used the kaboodle cabinets, and the bench top from bunnings. The tiles are actually stick on from Kmart, as we wanted to try it out before we do the proper tiling.…
-
Accent wall in entryway
Still crushing over this accent wall we did in our entryway. Accent wall design inspire by Pinterest Materiel used - Mdf Moulding Pencil Round 67x12mm 2.7 Glue and Nail Gum Colour- Dulux Ticking Before: Before
-
Stairway refresh: A splash of colour
Hello all, Our stairway did not match the rest of the house colour scheme so we decided to refresh it. Originally, I wanted to strip off the white and stain it brown but that proved to be time consuming and the stain didn't turn out well- So we decided to just paint it. The result turned out good. Next stage hopefully- is…
-
How to fix rotten door moulding?
Hi all, Hope everyone is having a very productive DIY weekend. I need some help/suggestion on how to fix this rotten door moudling in the bathroom, think due to water damage when we purchased our house. Thank you.
-
Ensuite revamp using tile paint
This ensuite revamp included painting the wall tiles, vanity, cabinets and shower screen. The project I renovated my ensuite with a new toilet, mirror, shower mixer, tapware, floor tiles and floating shelves. I scraped all the ceiling paint off as it was flaky and damaged due to moisture. I used Aquablock Waterproof Primer…
-
Inflatable pool with decking
Hi everyone, Hope everyone is keeping well. Any one else felt summer was short lived? My husband really wanted a swimming pool, an in- ground pool was not an option for us. My husband bought an Intex Metal Frame Rectangular splash pool and during the first week of January, we stated building the decking around the pool.…
-
Ensuite revamp
Hi All, Hope you are all well. Here's my latest project -I procrastinated on this project, but I got it done in the end. Major updates: New floor tiles New Toilet New mirror New shower mixer, taps and fixtures Floating shelves Ceiling Scrapped all the ceiling paints off as it was flaky due to moist damage. Use aqua block…
-
Dulux Renovation Range kitchen paint before and after
Hey all, Just wanted to show you the progress of my kitchen revamp. We used the Dulux Renovation Range. Two-tone kitchen colour. 3 for the painting. We install the following. Rangehood Rangetop Bench top New sink New dishwasher We attempted to paint the floor tiles, but the result was not what we want, and durable not all…
-
Guest toilet revamp with paint
Fresh paint and modern touches including floating shelves, black tapware and a new door knob created a more welcoming guest bathroom. The project It's incredible how paint can transform a space. The guest bathroom is one of the areas you can be bold. I am happy with the result of this D.I.Y. revamp. The painted floor is…
-
Accent wall in entryway
Jazz up a plain wall in your home with this gorgeous accent wall. The project Still crushing over this accent wall we did in our entryway. We used MDF Moulding Pencil Round 67 x 12mm x 2.7m, glue, a nail gun and painted with Dulux Ticking. Before and after How to create a feature wall A feature wall will add interest and…
-
Guest toilet revamp
Hi All, Hope everyone is doing well. Just finished my latest DIY project. Downstairs guest toilet. It's incredible how painting can transform a space. The bathroom is one of the areas you can be bold. I am happy with the result. Before and after shot Products use Wall: Dulux natural and Dulux ticking for the feature wall…
-
How to hang mirror storage on wall without a stud?
Hi everyone, I wanted storage in the bathroom, so I thought it was genius idea to place a storage box behind a round mirror that I had purchase My husband did a good job putting my vision into light... The problem is there is no stud on the wall to hang the master piece. Another suggestions on how to get around this. Thank…
-
When to apply decking stain to new pine deck?
Hi, everyone We've just had a deck built (pine wood). Can you please advice how soon should we stain the wood? Most instruction/brand state 4-6 week waiting period. Any advice. Thanks,
-
How to cover crack on walls and ceiling?
Hey all, Hope you all doing well. Can I please get a suggestion on how to cover cracks on walls and ceilings Many thanks.
-
How to fix gap between bathtub and tiles?
Hey all, Can I please get some suggestions on how to fix up the gap between the bathtub and the tiles. I was planning on using grout to fill in the gap. Thank you 🙂
-
Paint not sticking to cabinet
Hi All, So I have started painting my kitchen cabinet with the Dulux Renovation range. I scrubed thoroughly, sand and used primer before painting. I was painting the cabinet near the kitchen rangehood and I have hit a roadblock :(. The paint is not sticking to the section of the cabinet, I know it due to the residue from…
-
Dulux Renovation range - do you need an undercoat?
Hey everyone, Just a quick question regarding the Dulux Renovation range. I have research and watch some youtube video, my question is do you need primer/undercoat for cabinet painting? Thank you.
