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Outdoor cooler coffee table
Finished Cooler Coffee TableI needed an outdoor coffee table. I also wanted it multi purpose so I combined a cooler insert with a coffee table. The cooler section is covered over when not in use. Materials I used cedar (recycled from an old verandah) for the top and pine legs. All assembled with the help of a Kreg jig and…
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Outdoor TV cabinet
Needed a cover for a newly installed outdoor patio TV. Unfortunately the cover I bought was also enjoyed by pigeons, hence the need to build one. I didn't follow any plans and the whole thing is made from pine (just sized to fit the TV with a little storage underneath. Oh and the birds don't like it. Materials Pine.…
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Hybrid flooring installation over tiled floor
Hybrid flooring installed over a tiled floor. The project I have wanted to install hybrid flooring for a long time. Well, the time finally came. I ordered 7.5mm hybrid flooring and was able to install it directly over my flat tiles without removing them. The end result is amazing. Steps Step 1 I measured the area in as…
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Hybrid flooring installation
I have wanted to install Hybrid flooring for a long time. Well the time finally came. I ordered 7 5mm Hybrid flooring and was able to install it directly over my pretty flat tiles without removing them. Could have filled a swear jar several times, but the end result is amazing. Steps Step 1 Measured the area in as much…
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Raised planter box using treated Pine
This planter box was built at a height that's easy to work with and has enough room to grow different vegetables in the same box. The project Made from treated Pine and lined with weed mat, this raised planter has been a real winner. It is at a height that's easy to work with and at 1m x 700mm and 300mm deep, it's big…
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Kitchen makeover using painted cabinets, new tiles and benchtops
New benchtops, tiles and paint helped transform this kitchen. The project I inherited an ugly kitchen when I bought my house a couple of years ago and now, I finally got around to doing something about it. Initially, I got quotes for the replacement of the benchtops, but I quickly learnt that I was not happy paying the…
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Kitchen renovation
I inherited an ugly kitchen when I bought my house a couple of years ago. I finally got around to doing something about it. Initially I got quotes for the replacement of the benchtops, but I quickly learnt that I was not happy paying the premium they were after and decided to do it all myself. The cupboards and kitchen…
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Raised garden bed made from treated pine
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Landscaping front yard
When I bought my house I inherited the ugliest front yard. I took my time in getting it finished but I have finally got there. I am delighted with the end result.
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Raised dog bowl stand
This dog bowl stand prevents dogs from tipping food or water over. With a beautiful timber finish, it makes a great addition to the home. The project Tired of having our two dogs tipping over their dog bowls, spilling their food everywhere and making a mess, I put together this raised twin dog bowl. The dogs love it and…
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Budget D.I.Y. bed
A budget-conscious bed made using Pine, lining boards and recycled slats from an old bed. The project I saw a bed I liked in a furniture store but it was very expensive, so I decided to make one myself for less than a quarter of the price. I didn't have any plans to work from. I just eyeballed it. My objective was to be…
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Built myself a new bed
I saw a bed that I liked in a furniture store, it was very expensive so I decided to make one myself for less than a 1/4 of the price. I didn't have any plans to work from, I just eyeballed it. Very happy with the end result.
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Workbench on wheels with drawers and cupboards
A portable workbench with loads of storage space for tools and materials. The project I made this workbench build up as I went along, without any plans. The workbench measures 885mm high, 2285mm wide and has a depth of 870mm. I used pocket holes to join the horizontal supports to the vertical posts in the frame. I mostly…
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Twin garden seat
A garden seat for two with a table in-between made using treated Pine. The project I used treated Pine in this project as it is just for the backyard. I had to spend time preparing the surface as it was a rough surface to begin with. If I made it again, I would turn the middle table part into a small cooler with a flip top…
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Garage workbench
I needed a new workbench for the garage. I pretty much made it up as I went along (no actual plans). All it requires now is cupboard doors which I will add this weekend.
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Twin garden seat
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Rejuvinate an old drinks cooler
Cooler
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Toy wooden camera
Toy Wooden Camera
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Raised twin dog bowl
