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The Practical Guide To Choosing Exterior Cladding

Choosing exterior cladding can feel overwhelming. There are plenty of beautiful options on the market, but each one comes with different costs, maintenance needs, and design considerations. A few key decisions early on can save stress, protect your budget, and give your home a look that feels settled in its surroundings. Start With Your Budget …

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December 1, 2025
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in FacadesInterior Design LovePaint

10 weatherboard house colours

Are you on the hunt for a beautiful paint colour for your weatherboard home? You’re not alone! I’m frequently asked about the colours I’ve used on my old house (which I’ll share further down), so today, I’ve put together a selection of gorgeous paint colours to help inspire you. Whether you're aiming for a soft …

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October 6, 2024
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in FacadesInterior Design Love

How do you decide on an exterior colour?

Choosing a colour palette for the exterior of your home is often harder than choosing your internal colour scheme. Your colour selections will make a first impression. Get it right and you'll be able to conceal features you want to hide, and, highlight those you want to amplify. How to start Take inspiration from your …

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June 11, 2024
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in DIY/How toFacadesPaint

How good is paint

The power of paint hey? As they say! What a difference. I still have lots to do with this little house but the biggest change was turning everything from brown to white just with paint. No special skills needed. I spray painted bricks, painted window frames, the door, eaves and even the roof. Lots more …

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August 2, 2022
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in DIY/How toFacadesReno RulesThe reno

How to paint your bricks

I'm in the middle of a full renovation. It's been so full on. I really really had to get rid of all of the brown on this house. And the best (and cheapest) way was to paint the bricks. I own a spray gun and it's a very simple and easy process. It took about …

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October 14, 2021
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in FacadesHome TipsOutdoorsPlants

Put a pot at your front door

There are many ways to jazz up your front entry. I've written about curb appeal, painting your front door a colour and painting ugly bricks. But an easy simple thing you can do right now is grab some pots and put them by your entry. They will instantly transform the space and create a welcoming …

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February 12, 2021
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in FacadesInterior Design LoveOutdoorsThe Block 2017

The Block 2017: Facade Reveals

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hi there! Thanks for stopping by today. It was the final Facade Reveal on The Block. What did you think? I must admit I LOVE these little houses. I am not sure Sticks and Wombat were 100% on the win. They didn't have any turf at the front, just dirt and a few plants. That …

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October 22, 2017
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in At HomeDIY/How toFacadesPaint

Grey weatherboard house colours

I get asked about my house colours all the time. Every week I think! So I thought I'd put a post together for those who are interested :) The weatherboard has been painted SHALE GREY. I used Taubmans Endure (we painted the whole outside of the house ourselves). We asked Taubmans to tint the paint …

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November 11, 2014
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in Facades

Choosing an exterior house colour

Choosing the exterior paint colour of your home can be overwhelming and daunting! There's so many aspects to think about - energy ratings, landscaping, the environment around you and of course there's your personal choice. Curb appeal sells houses faster that anything on the inside of your home. If you're using render or weatherboard, you'll …

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February 7, 2014
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