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Spray painted tapware
Hey Guys, Over the weekend I spray painted the tap and the mixer from one of the bathroom and was pretty impressed with how it turned out. After looking at some prices to buy a brand new one, I thought I would try out the Dulux 300g Metalshield Epoxy Enamel Spray Paint Satin Black first since it would save me a lot of…
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Spray painted tapware
Spray painting tapware can be a quick and affordable way to give your bathroom a fresh look. The project I spray painted the tap and mixer in my bathroom and was pretty impressed with how it turned out. After looking at prices to buy a brand new one, I thought I would try out the Dulux 300g Metalshield Epoxy Enamel Spray…
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How to build a barn door with VJ panels
Difficulty: Intermediate Barn doors are a great way to create privacy in your home. They can also be used to add style and character. Here is a step-by-step guide to creating a custom barn door. You can use our measurements or adjust them to suit your own set-up. As this project involves power tools, please follow all…
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Upcycled tallboy
Sanding and painting this tallboy created a beautiful and modern finish. The project For the first time, I used Rust-Oleum Milk Paint Finish and I am so happy with how the colour turned out. I applied three coats since the original stain colour was a very strong red and I felt like it needed three coats for total coverage.…
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How to apply silicone sealant
Difficulty: Beginner Silicone sealant is used to fill in and waterproof gaps and joints, including those between tiles, windows, and doors. This simple guide on applying silicone sealant with a caulking gun can help you achieve a professional and long-lasting finish. Please follow all product and safety instructions…
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How to spray paint a tap
Difficulty: Beginner Spray painting tapware can be an easy and cost-efficient way of giving your bathroom a fresh new look. Here is a simple guide to spray painting a tap. Please follow all safety guidelines provided by manufacturers and use the recommended protective gear, including a safety mask and goggles. Ensure you…
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Window nook with seat and storage
An unused space was transformed into an inviting nook with practical storage and a light feature. The project My favourite thing to do in a house is create beautiful spaces that also have a practical purpose. This little nook gave me the the perfect opportunity to turn something that was wasted space into more storage, as…
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Upcycled mosaic tile table
A European-style mosaic table was created out of a weathered piece of furniture. The project I created a table that takes me back to Europe. I was inspired by the architecture and the different patterns you can find on the walls in Portugal and Spain. These designs bring beauty to any space. Once I saw the Modello wall…
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DIY window nook
Turning a dead space into something beautiful and useful My favourite things to do in a house is creating not only beautiful spaces but also spaces that can be useful and have a purpose. This little nook was the perfect opportunity to turn something that was wasted and unpractical into more storage as well has a spot to…
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Oak dowel side table
This D.I.Y. side table was created using three pieces of MDF covered in Oak dowels. The project To create this table, I cut two straight pieces of MDF for the bottom and one half curved piece for the top. I covered the table in Oak dowels and used jute rope around the half-circle trim. I finished with a satin water-based…
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Tiled side table
An impressive side table design built using MDF panels and white tiles. The project I created this tiled side table with a cool shape. I've been eyeing similar tables for a long time but due to the price I could never justify buying one. Once I saw Geneva Vanderzeil's inspirational tiled desk I knew I could make something…
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Backyard makeover
This backyard transformation included screening an air conditioner unit and building a bench seat that doubles as a dog kennel. The project Over time, we've made this backyard more practical and enjoyable. We created a screening panel using Pine fence palings to cover the air conditioner unit. We also built a vertical…
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Backyard makeover
Hello everyone, When I moved into this house the backyard needed some real love and with time we started fixing the backyard to be more practical and enjoyable. The first thing done was creating a panel to cover the aircon unit on one side, followed by a vertical panel to cover up an old fence on the other side. Both these…
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Upcycled tallboy
Hello Everyone, Here is another project, an upcycled tallboy: For the first time, I used the Rust-Oleum Milk Paint Finish and I am so happy with how the colour turned out. For the top I used Cabot's Water Based Sutherland Teak Interior Stain. Last for protection used Bondall Monocel Satin Waterbased Clear Wood Varnish all…
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DIY side table
Hi everyone, Here is one of my first DIY and whole time favorite by many people. I inspired myself from an Australian Designer who creates the most beautiful items and DIY this side table from scratch. I love all the curves and variations of the table due to the timber. For the base of the table, I used an MDF board, cut…
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D.I.Y. tiled side table
Hello everyone, My latest project is a DIY Side Table with a cool shape. Been eyeing similar tables for a long time but due to the price could never justify buying one. Once I saw Geneva Vanderzeil massive inspiration tiled desk I knew I could do something similar so the project began... Below are all the products I used…
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Upcycled coffee table with leather handles
Sanding back to the original colour and adding black leather handles modernised this coffee table. The project I found this beauty on Facebook Marketplace and thought it had so much potential. I started by sanding the whole table to its original raw colour and discovered a beautiful timber underneath. To add a bit more of…
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DIY mosaic table
In this DIY I have created a table that takes me to Europe. I was inspired by Portugal and Spain architect walls, the mosaic, and the different patterns that you would find in the walls. They were so beautiful and bring so much beauty to any space. So once I have seen the Modello Wall Tiles at Bunnings I knew I had to…
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Upcycled coffee table
Hello Everyone, Here is a coffee table that I have upcycled, found this beauty on Facebook market and thought it had so much potential. I knew I want to remove all the old stain and brought it back to its original colour. I started by sanding the whole table to its original raw colour and discovered a beautiful timber…
