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How to fix flaking paint on window frames?
I suspect when my verandahs were closed in in the 40s (to accomodate 6 children in a 4 room cottage) that damp proofing wasn’t a high priority. The paint has lifted as shown and I wondered if this product, designed for concrete/masonry would work on wood? I last painted them 20 years ago (with a turps paint, properly…
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Kitchen dresser upcycle - A little paint makes a lot of difference
Another finish in the ongoing kitchen project. The left side is the original built in dresser in this 1935 cottage with the right side added about 24 years ago for more storage. As much as I’ve loved the sunny yellow, it was time to try another colour and I chose Dulux Silvergrass in semi gloss. It changes through the day…
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How to restore outdoor timber furniture?
My outdoor furniture is desperate need of some love. In the past it’s had decking oil applied because I had it but I want to get away from the dirt brown colour and either have a weathered grey finish or maybe just paint it. suggestions for products and methods would be appreciated please. I’m currently painting old…
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Kitchen alcove reno with new benchtop
An old stove bay was transformed into a delightful kitchen alcove complete with new benchtop and drawers for storage. The project Most of my work area is enclosed in the old stove bay. Needing to replace the oven I decided to make the area more functional, replacing deep narrow cupboards with drawers, and the plywood…
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Kitchen alcove reno with new benchtop
Most of my work area is enclosed in the old stove bay. Needing to replace the oven I decided to make the area more functional, replacing deep narrow cupboards with drawers and the plywood benchtop with Tasmanian oak. It’s working beautifully now! I chose not to have a cooktop at this point but have a single plug in…
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How to seal the underside of a kitchen bench?
Hi, I’m using Tasmanian oak hardwood panels for a kitchen bench and plan to seal it with this Cabot’s product - minimum 3 coats. How many coats should I do on the underside before putting the bench top in place please.
