There are so many ways to get creative with paint effects and techniques and sometimes, a little out-of-the-box thinking can bring about surprising results. Like wrapping wool around a paint roller to paint on walls, wallpaper, fabric, or even furniture. Here’s a new way to apply texture to any wall: Simply wrap wool around the […]
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Tiling a shower floor with pebble tiles gives a rustic, customised look to any remodelled shower and is no more difficult to do than installing standard tile. You will need: Pebble tile mosaic (wide selection at Tile Warehouse) Tile adhesive Tile grout Notched trowel Piece of scrap board Sponge Disposable gloves Masking tape Here’s
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Fixed or mobile, a kitchen island not only adds to function in a kitchen, it also adds texture and style. The difficulty in choosing a kitchen island is selecting the right style and materials to complement your existing kitchen. In this feature we look at selecting a style that fits your kitchen. There are
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Let’s get back to basics here by removing and replacing a broken tile… without using power tools. Not everyone can afford to buy the latest power tools and repairs still need to be done. So, with this in mind, try the following step-by-step for removing a replacing a broken wall or floor tile.
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Over time, grout can become grubby or stained despite regular cleaning. While there are grout pens on the market that will temporarily restore brightness, the most practical solution is to remove and replace the grout. In the past, removing and replacing it was a labour intensive and time-consuming task, but the introduction of specialist tools
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Over the past couple of weeks, every morning I wake up to a kitchen sink that is covered in an army of ants. They may be good for the garden, but few of us want an ant colony in our homes. When trying to get rid of ants, it’s helpful to first have a basic
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If you are looking for ways to add more living space to a home floor plan and have a garage (single or double) that isn’t being used, perhaps you should consider utilising this valuable space in other ways with a garage conversion. A single or double garage takes up a substantial amount of valuable space
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Make a pet bed that’s also a side table or coffee table Here’s a space saving solution that is not only a coffee or side table, it also doubles as a pet bed. Ideal for a small home with pampered cats or dogs, you won’t need to make space for an additional pet bed and
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Geyser timer VS controller The average geyser uses up to 60% of your household electricity, so it makes sense to regulate its electricity consumption. You can do this by using a timer or a controller, but what is the difference between the two? In normal use, it reheats the water inside the tank
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Over time, wooden kitchen cabinets become dull due to regular cleaning and polishing. With the proper tools and materials, restoring kitchen cabinets to their original beauty is a worthwhile DIY project that will have your cabinets looking almost as good as new. YOU WILL NEED: Soft cloth Mineral turpentine Rubber gloves soft,
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