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Kitchen island EasyVJ panelling
Easycraft EasyVJ panelling enlivened this kitchen island with a bold colour choice of British Paints Mossy Road. The project I made good use of some time off and got a few things done around my own home, which tends to be more of a rarity these days with everything else going on. Soon my little man will be born and I don't…
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Woodfire heater on ground floor of two storey house
Hi all, I'm currently designing a two storey house to commence building in the next 6 months. I want to have a woodfire heater on the ground floor in the living area. I wondering if anyone has done this either pre or post build of a two storey. If doing pre-build do you just leave provisioning for the flue to exit out the…
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Poolside timber cabana with concrete bench
This poolside cabana project turned an unused corner in the backyard into a beautiful and relaxing space with a polished concrete bench seat, feature wall and crazy pavers. The project My wife set me the challenge of building a cabana by our pool area to turn a wasted area into a relaxing space. Double rebate join on all…
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How to add an extension to a Colorbond fence
Difficulty: Intermediate A fence extension can add welcome privacy for your outdoor spaces, as well as enhanced security for your property. While the standard install height for Colorbond fencing is 1800mm, for a small investment you can add privacy and security to your boundary fencing with D.I.Y. extensions taking the…
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Poolside composite decking
Composite decking is a low-maintenance alternative to timber decking and ideal for a pool area. The project I'm really happy with how this small composite deck turned out. It adds dimension to the area. I'm a big fan of timber but for this customer who wants simplicity and low-maintenance, composite decking was definitely…
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Bosch Circular Saw - my new toy :)
As some of you will know, I'm mid renos (again) and while I love getting hands on and using my tools (even the ones I've had for years) it's hard to beat the feeling of buying and working with a brand newy straight out the box 🙂 So I went to see our good friends at Bunnings and got my hands on this sweet Bosch Circular…
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Smart lights
Great to see Bunnings stocking a range of smart lights. They're a great solution to avoid having to install new light switches, chase walls, etc. I'm going to install some pendant lights in my Master on each side of our bed. We want the switches to also be at our bedside but to do this normally would require chasing the…
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How to tile a splashback
Difficulty: Intermediate Want to give your kitchen an inexpensive makeover? Whether you are selling your house or just want to give your kitchen a little facelift, one of the most cost-effective and simple methods is to replace the splashback. In this article you’ll find everything you need to install a tiled splashback in…
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My laundry reno
Sorry it’s taken me longer than expected to get this post up. Back on the Easter long weekend I dedicated my time to a few things around the house, including this laundry reno which is easily my favourite DIY project yet – next up is the kitchen and ensuite 🙂 Out with the old… To kick things off I obviously started with a…
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Tiling onto gyprock
Hi all, I'm doing a feature wall in theatre for a customer including my bamboo panelling however she wants a panel which protrudes from the wall and is tiled. I'm installing a timber frame for the protruding section and plan to clad it with gyprock, then tile it. I've done plenty of wall tiling before but only ever on…
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Feature fences
Now I've done 4 different types of feature fencing in recent times, I thought I'd pop them all into one post to hopefully give some creative inspiration. Some options are more challenging than others but all are within a DIYer's reach. Hope you enjoy.
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Recessed TV feature wall with EasyVJ panels
A plain brick wall was transformed into a gorgeous feature using easyVJ panels. The project At my wife's request I got to work on this recessed TV feature wall in our living room and we're so happy with how it turned out. It may come as a surprise, but this isn't out of reach for the average D.I.Yer so don't be scared to…
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Decking oils - which is best?
With a lot of talk about decking ('tis the season after all) I thought it'd be good to share our experiences and preferences with decking oils as there are many on the market. There's water based and oil based. Different levels of gloss. Colours. And everything in between. For me, you can't go past Cutek Extreme. It's a…
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Recessed TV feature wall with easyVJ panels
At my wife's request I got to work on this recessed TV feature wall in our living room and we're so happy with how it turned out 😁 Would love to hear what you think! It may come as a surprise but this isn't out of reach for the average DIYer so don't be scared to give this one a go Panels - Easycraft easyVJ panels.…
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Poolside fence makeover
Shared fences can present a design challenge when the neighbours have different tastes, but fixing timber to an existing fence can create an attractive feature wall. The project Unsurprisingly, I'm not a fan of Colorbond fencing, and particularly not the cream colour the estate decided to go with.Again unsurprisingly,…
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Hidden pool pump and filter
I'm writing about my custom pool design in a separate post but felt this aspect needs a specific post for itself. I want to hide my pool pump (1.5hp) and cartridge filter, and I want to hide it underground. I'm hoping others have done this or at least have some considerations/advice for me. The deep end of the pool will be…
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Easter long weekend - what have you got planned?
The Easter long weekend is fast approaching and I even managed to get the Thurs and Tues off so it's 6 days of freedom for me 🙂 What have you got planned? While I'm hosting a family feast, an easter egg hunt for my kids and a pool party with mates - I'm making the most of the free time to knock off a few projects. 1 -…
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Custom pool build
This custom pool includes a laying platform and sitting ledge to enjoy leisurely dips and drinks by the poolside. The project March 2018 I have the great pleasure and challenge of designing our pool for the new house. In our current place we have a small fibreglass pool. We didn't have much flexibility with it given the…
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Pool area fencing idea
Hi friends. A friend of mine needs a solution to a pool fencing/barrier issue and I'm hoping you creative folk can come up with something for her/us. To meet Australian Standard re pool barrier, NCZ, etc she needs to install something at a 60degree angle down from the side fence to the top of the limestone wall (approx…
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Screen to hide a hot water system
Pre-made screens can be used to quickly and easily hide unsightly items like hot water systems in your backyard for a low cost. The project This is a quick job to tick off on a weekend - installing screening with a creeping plant to hide hot water systems. Nothing fancy, nice and easy - does the job! The pre-made panels…
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Feature wall inspiration
It's been a while since I've posted any updates to this fantastic community so thought I'd get stuck straight back in with some of my feature wall projects fron this year to provide a bit of inspo especially as many of you may be taking the opportunity to DIY over the Xmas/NY break 🙂
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Wall panelling on TV wall
Hi all, seeking some thoughts/advice on a feature wall I'm planning. In my FIFA Room (AKA Theatre) I'm doing panelling on the TV wall. I'm trying to decide if I do horizontal or vertical panelling... Will horizontal compliment the width of the TV? Or will vertical look better? I have an 85inch TV and the wall is about 4m…
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Can you Special Order plants at Bunnings?
Is this possible? If not, why not?
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Kitchen island panelling - Easycraft EasyVJ
I made good use of some time off over Xmas/NY and got a few things done around my own home which tends to be more of a rarity these days with everything else going on. But soon my new little man will be born and I don't want to be burdened with unfinished projects while I'm spending every moment with him. Both #wifey and I…
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Timber decking lid with gas struts
While I was hoping to get this done sooner, the fun and relaxation of the festive period and a busy start to the year put it on the back burner for a bit. But now it's done I'm super stoked! I opted for an aluminium frame for the lid to keep it lighter and more structurally sound than a timber frame, which I had a local…
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Floating desk - brick wall install
I recently installed the below floating desk for a customer of mine so I thought I'd share the process at a high level and the end result which we're all pretty happy with 🙂 First challenge - it's a 2880mm desk so it was important to get the right brackets and support in place. I got my kitchen guy to cut a length of…
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How to make a kid's bedroom wall fun
This is still our favourite paint job we've done and the most tricky to get the pattern right with clean sharp lines. So much fun!
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Laundry transformation
Updating your laundry with new fittings and extra storage can make the space more functional and attractive. This dramatic renovation included removal of the old laundry tub, a new splashback, lovely large timber benchtop using Tasmanian Oak project panels and overhead cabinets. The project To kick things off I obviously…
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Floating timber shelf with hooks
A custom floating timber shelf perfect for a nursery or bedroom. The project With the impending arrival of mini-ProjectPete I've been busy prepping the new nursery in a range of ways and this custom floating shelf is just one of them. The green dresser has a bit of a story behind it. Firstly, it started off in an…
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Naked Pool System - feedback sought
Hi peeps - just came across this Naked Pool System which means freshwater swimming 😄 Just wondering if anyone has an experience/feedback on this system before I get too excited about getting one and ridding my skin of harsh chemicals. TIA
