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Queenslander laundry transformation
A complete laundry overhaul with Kaboodle cabinetry, mosaic tile splashback, laminate flooring, plus fresh paint and new appliances. The project Owning what was, potentially, the ugliest laundry in Queensland, I knew I had my work cut out when I decide to undertake a complete gutting of the room. All I can say is thank…
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Utility room transformation
Owning what was, potentially, the ugliest laundry in Queensland, I knew I had my work cut out when I decide to undertake a complete gutting of the room – all I can say is thank goodness for Bunnings Warehouse and Bunnings Workshop. Materials All cabinets (Alpine profile - raw), benchtop (Calypso Gloss 38mm), bin, carousel,…
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How to box up / hide laundry pipes?
I’m in a 112-year-old Queenslander, which had an extension and build-under in 1947, so the house definitely has some “quirks”. I’ve completely gutted the laundry and, at last, there’s light at the end of the renovation tunnel with a new Kaboodle utility room. I need to box up these pipes, just for aesthetic reasons; some…
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Laundry rebuild: appliance cabinet and Belfast sink
I’ve hit the pointy end of my laundry rebuild and now have to solve the issues of building a cabinet for the washing machine and dryer and also installing a Belfast sink, all with standard Kaboodle cabinets. Until I solve these issues, I can’t finalise the measurements for my benchtops. Issue 1: I’m aiming for a BC plywood…
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Apartment makeover using paint and vinyl flooring
Attention to detail paid dividends in this refresh of an investment unit with spray-painted cabinets and vinyl flooring laid over old tiles. The project An investment unit I own was in desperate need of a refresh but I had to work quickly so that the unit wasn't vacant for too long. I decided to try the Dulux Renovation…
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Kitchen and bathroom makeovers using paint
An investment unit I own was in desperate need of a refresh but I was on a strict time budget to minimise the time the unit was vacant. I decided to try the Dulux Renovations range because of the Dulux reputation and the multiple online resources available. I followed the instructions and equipment list TO THE LETTER and…
