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Entryway upgrade with bench seat
An old timber window and bench seat were upcycled to help create a welcoming entryway. The project I turned an old timber window into a mirror and converted a wide bench seat into two narrow ones to place against an entrance wall. With a few added accessories, a blank entryway was turned into a practical and welcoming…
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Mid-century modern bedside table
An on the side of the road bedside table find was the inspiration for the theme for this makeover. The old bedhead had recently received a white coat of paint to cover the stained timber and the photo in the frame was taken by me on my phone on holidays to Palm Springs last year. A poster sized enlargement was inexpensive…
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How to install drawer handles close to the top?
Hi there, I bought these handles and was hoping to put them as close to the top of the drawer as possible. I'm worried the timber will split so I intend to use a small drill bit to start with then work my way up to a bigger one. Do you have any other suggestions? Or are these handles intended to be placed in the centre of…
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Upcycled chest of drawers: Boring to bold
I repaired an old chest of drawers before adding some timber trim, new drawer handles and a fresh coat of bold paint. Materials Square timber trim 6x6MM 2.4M (I/N 0497588) Taubmans 'Admiralty' semi gloss paint Wood glue Gold drawer handles Sandpaper Multi purpose filler Paint brush, roller and tray. Pencil and ruler Tools…
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Upcycled dining hutch
Upcycled hutch using paint, stain and the addition of new knobs. The project I upcycled this hutch which I got for free from Facebook marketplace. Steps Step 1 Unscrew all the hutch doors removing the top ones permanently. Remove hinges from bottom doors and set aside. Step 2 Sand all surfaces to remove the varnish - no…
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Fence paling planter box
My husband made this planter box out of old fence palings. I gave it some finishing touches with some paint, ink and a few fake plants before sitting it on top of our fridge. Materials Fence palings Wood glue Nails Sanding pads Paint - blue White acrylic paint Black permanent ink pad Foam letter stamps Tools Saw Sander…
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Wardrobe makeover
I turned a 20 year old, stained timber wardrobe into a pretty, feminine one with a fresh coat of paint, some pressed tin and crystal door knobs. Materials Undercoat Satin paint in white Sample pot of dark pink paint Pressed tin Liquid nails Glitz beeswax polish Timber trim Wood glue Crystal door knobs Paint brushes, roller…
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How to mount a caravan splashback?
I am renovating a caravan and bought the Decor 8 Beige Java Marble Mosiac Tiles to use them for the kitchen splashback. Since the existing splashback is laminate, I have read that you can't attach tiles to it as the glue won't stick to that surface. I bought some plywood and used a Davco brand of tile adhesive for stone to…
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Entryway upgrade with bench seat
I turned an old timber window into a mirror and converted a wide bench seat into two narrow ones to place against an entrance wall. With a few added accessories, a blank entryway was turned into a practical and welcoming entrance. Materials Sanding pads Tiles Mirror effect spray Liquid nails White grout Picture hooks…
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From door to beadhead
I could not find an old door suitable to turn into a bedhead, so I purchased a new internal door from Bunnings along with some timber trim for this project. Materials Corinthian Internal Door -Rockport Timber trim (including a length of bullnose trim) for the top and for the uprights to attach the bedhead to the bedframe.…
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Dining hutch upcycle
I upcycled this hutch which I got for free on Facebook marketplace. Materials British Paints 4 in 1 Prep Water Based Primer Sealer Undercoat Taubmans Mohawk Blue paint White satin paint Tube of brown acrylic paint Timber stain Taskmaster 34mm Matte Black Cabinet Knob Sanding Pads Sugar soap Painters tape Timber trim Wood…
