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Tween study makeover with Mediterranean theme
Mediterranean Beach Tween Study MakeoverOur almost teen requested a study makeover, using the Mediterranean beach vibe as a guide to styling. To kick things off, we found a beautifully made old farmhouse pine desk at our local tip which became the hero piece of the room. After upcycling that, we primed and painted 2 sets…
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Upcycled farmhouse cabinet
An 80's-era timber cabinet was stripped, sanded, paint-washed and stained for a rustic appearance. The project This 80’s teak / mahogany farmhouse cabinet was a lucky FB Marketplace find - only $50! I had a vision for it to be stripped, tan paint-washed and upcycled to be more ‘rustic’ looking, in keeping with our…
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Upcycled farmhouse cabinet
This 80’s teak/mahogany farmhouse cabinet was a lucky FB Marketplace find - only $50! I had a vision for it to be stripped, tan paint washed and upcycled to be more ‘rustic’ looking in keeping with our Mediterranean farmhouse inspired renovation. To create depth and contrast, the interior was painted a darker colour so…
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Mediterranean farmhouse laundry reno
This is a complete overhaul of our early 90’s colonial style laundry into a Mediterranean Farmhouse style, using Kaboodle cabinetry (Alpine - Macaron) and European Oak bench top. We used reclaimed European roof tiles to create a ‘worn’ look on the floors, introduced VJ and shiplap panels to bring the farmhouse style in,…
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Mediterranean farmhouse laundry reno
A complete laundry renovation using Kaboodle cabinetry, VJ panelling, European Oak benchtop, sink and shelf with hanging rack. It was the winner of best bathroom or laundry makeover in our 2023 search for Australia's best D.I.Y. projects. The project This is a complete overhaul of our early 90’s colonial style laundry into…
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Antique farmhouse sideboard reno
I found this antique dresser at a local op shop for $45 - it was the perfect shape for a small wall separating our mudroom from the linen cupboard and I had a vision for restoring it to match our Mediterranean farmhouse style reno. I removed the mirror frame, sanded it back to its original timber, puttied up the holes,…
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Mediterranean farmhouse-style BBQ trolley
This Mediterranean inspired BBQ trolley offers a multi functional purpose. It serves as a base for cooking from our portable BBQ, PLUS it provides hidden storage space for our 3 gas bottles. To reduce costs and reuse materials, we: 1. Tiled the top with left over tiles from our ensuite reno. 2. Used a pair of black hinges…
