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French cleat wall system for tool storage
🖼️ The project: After years of workshop chaos, I finally got stuck in, pulled my finger out and installed a full French cleat wall system—and what a game changer. Every tool now has a home, and the whole space just works. The workshop just flows so much smoother with all my tools at my fingertips. It’s an easy DIY project…
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Campervan conversion using Bunnings materials
A Hyundai van converted into a campervan with double sofa bed and loads of built-in storage in just five weeks using Bunnings materials. The project I've always wanted to do a van-to-campervan conversion. My son rang me up and said: "Dad, I've just bought myself a van and l was wondering if you'd like to have a crack at…
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Patio chair using Pine and decking boards
Pine timber, decking boards, paint and screws are all that's needed to create an outdoor chair. The project This might just be my favourite "quick win" project yet. A modern, designer-style patio chair using nothing more than 90mm x 35mm Pine, some decking boards, a handful of screws and basic power tools. No fancy…
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Flip-top multi-functional workbench
Pine timber framing and Plywood were used to build a flexible workbench to incorporate a table saw and mitre saw. Mitre Saw, Table Saw, Flip-Top Workbench The project My old workbench - as good as it's been over the past 12 years - needed a revamp, which was the inspiration for this project. I wanted a workbench that…
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Illuminated planter box
I've always wanted to make a Planter Box that was a little bit different to all the other Planter Boxes out there which gave me the idea of adding lighting to the underside of the Capping which adds a lot of ambiance to your deck, porch or pool area. Made from Merbau with a Plastic Potting Container inserted, this Planter…
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Patio chair using Pine and decking boards
This might just be my favourite quick win project yet. A modern, designer-style Patio Chair using nothing more than 90 x 35 pine, some decking boards, a handful of screws and basic power tools. No fancy joinery. No expensive gear. Just a simple, satisfying build that you can knock up in a weekend. Hope you like it 👍😁…
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Multi-functional, flip-top workbench
Mitre Saw, Table Saw, Flip-Top WorkbenchMy old workbench, as good as it's been over the past 12 years needed a revamp which was the inspiration for this project. I wanted a workbench that incorporated a table saw as well as a mitre saw with the ability for the mitre saw to be flipped and stored underneath the bench when…
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Campervan conversion using Bunnings materials
Finished Project!I've always wanted to do a Van to Campervan conversion and when my son rang me up and said " Dad, you can say no if you want, but I've just bought myself a van and l was wondering if you'd like to have a crack at converting it into a camper? I think he knew l’d jump at the suggestion and boom….5 solid…
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Ironbark vertical batten fence for the ultimate kerb appeal
The front of our house needed a new fence as the old one, which was probably built in the Jurassic Period, was looking a little tired and unappealing. After some thought in regard to adding some street appeal to our property, and since we live in a beachside village, we decided on a fence built out of Ironbark in the style…
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Space-saving fold down DIY workbench
This Wall Mounted Fold Down Workbench is a Game Changer for Tiny Homes and Small Workshops! Static workbenches and Dining Tables suck up a lot of valuable space in your Workshop or Tiny Home. Having a Workbench or Dining Table that you can fold up and store flat against your wall frees up so much space. In my case, l can…
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Hardwood and mesh trellis with planter boxes
Recycled hardwood and galvanised mesh used to build a trellis with planter boxes in a backyard area where it was previously often wet. The project We had a dead area in our backyard that was always too wet for anything to grow. With that in mind we decided to build a trellis fence out of recycled hardwood floor joists,…
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Recycled hardwood and trellis fence with planter boxes
We had a dead area in our back yard that was always to wet for anything to grow. With that in mind we decided to build a trellis fence out of recycled hardwood floor joists, with Cor10 (Corten Steel) Planter Boxes in-between. The planter boxes kept the new plants off the ground and instead of dying, are now flourishing!…
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Space-saving folding workbench
A handy collapsible workbench made from formply and DAR Pine, and painted with black enamel paint. The project The amazing folding workbench for small workshops. A surprisingly easy project that is a great solution for small work spaces where a static workbench is not suitable as it takes up too much room. Every D.I.Y.…
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Ironbark vertical batten fence
A front fence built with vertical Ironbark battens. The project The front of our house needed a new fence as the old one, which was probably built in the Jurassic Period, was looking a little tired and unappealing. After some thought in regard to adding some street appeal to our property, and since we live in a beachside…
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Space-saving folding workbench
The Amazing Folding Workbench for Small Workshops. A surprisingly easy project that is a great solution for small work spaces where a static workbench is not suitable as it takes up to much room. Every DIY enthusiast needs a workbench and now there isn’t an excuse not to have one especially if you are like me and only have…
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Low-level hardwood deck over concrete
A low-level hardwood deck under a verandah is finished with a clear oil for a rich, natural look. The project The decking boards and the posts are a timber called Tonka or Brazilian Teak. I absolutely love the stuff. It's the only hardwood l know of that doesn't leach tannins. That's one of the reasons l've used it – it…
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New low-lying deck over concrete
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DIY Cactus Planter - scrap wood project for under $5
Scrap Wood Cactus Planter!
