I was so determined to do this project! I needed something quick and cheap to get rid of these brown doors. It was not hard, just time consuming because I had to leave the doors off for a few days so they could dry in between coats. HOW TO (after photos) >> Here’s how ➡️ …
Let's Talk Kitchens: The Heart of Any Home Renovating a kitchen, often seen as the heart of any home, can be a daunting task. The costs can spiral, and the time can stretch, but don't worry! I have some nuggets of wisdom to help you create your dream kitchen without breaking the bank. Set and …
When it comes to kitchen renovations, one of the most significant expenses can be the cabinets. However, there's a cost-effective solution that allows you to achieve a fresh and stylish look without breaking the bank—painting your own MDF kitchen cabinets. Cost Savings One of the primary motivations for painting your own MDF kitchen cabinets is …
Bathrooms are undoubtedly one of the most rewarding spaces to renovate in your home. Bringing a dated 1970s-style bathroom into the modern day can be a truly transformative experience. With a few strategic upgrades and design choices, you can turn your old-fashioned washroom into a stylish oasis that perfectly blends functionality and aesthetics. DO: Install …
Have you seen how expensive an oversized canvas is? I didn't have hundreds of dollars to spend but I wanted something large and cheap (so this meant DIY!). I had two spare canvases in my shed coincidentally. And I thought hey, I wonder if I can join them together?? I thought about this for weeks …
If you're looking to renovate your house, you've probably already discovered that it's not always easy to envision what the space could look like. If you've got a great vision in your head, then good for you! But if not, don't despair because we've got some tips and tricks that will help get your brain …
Got an itch to renovate? Starting a reno but just have no idea what to tackle and how to make it all come together? Have you always wanted to renovate and don't know where to start? No idea on budget? How to buy in a hot market, or what costs are involved? What about the …
This weekend, why don’t you transform your outdoor space in a few hours? These screens from Bunnings are so versatile - for fences, around a pool area, enclose a verandah, create a feature along a shed… the ideas are endless. I recently added this feature to the outdoor area at my Airbnb house. The neighbours …
I can't justify spending ridiculous amounts of money on large timber handles in the kitchen. But I really wanted them! SO I thought long and hard about how I could make them myself and this is what I came up with... They are so easy and have a huge impact. I bought picture frame moulding, …
Here we go again! Another bathroom renovation has started. This one is tiny! It's 900 x 2800. So you can't move in there! It had a lot of water damage (I knew this when I bought the house). So now that's it stripped back I can see where the damage is. My chippy mate will …
Renovating a house doesn’t have to be left to the pros. Of course anything licensed like electrical, plumbing, gas and waterproofing, must be done by those licensed trades. But you’d be surprised how many ways you can cut costs to your renovation by doing it yourself. Here are just some of the ways I’ve been …
Demolition One of the best parts of renovating but also the messiest is the demolition. It's the fun part that enables you to take out all your stress for the day by smashing some tiles or ripping up carpet. There is no reason as to why you can't complete 90% of the demo work yourself. …
