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…
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RENO RULES online learning guide
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…
DIY: Fence screens
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…
DIY Timber Kitchen Handles
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.…
The ensuite reno has started + moodboard
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…
20 DIY Ways to Cut Costs in a Reno
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…
DIY you can do
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%…
Are you using PRESETS for your social media photos?
Instagram is getting very competitive and a good looking feed really counts! I am no expert at this and I take pretty basic photos, but a fancy “preset” (or filter) over the top can really transform your feed. I can’t add a photo to Instagram without one now. They are…
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…
Cheap decorating tips
A change of season, a new home, or just tired of the same old look? If you’re like me, you take any chance to freshen and liven things up in your home. But I am always working on a budget. I need things to be affordable and easy to achieve…
How to make a low-tox body or lip balm
This balm can be used anywhere on your body. Use as a lip balm, put on chapped or chaffed skin, on your elbows, face if you have any inflamed dry patches. It contains nourishing ingredients like coconut oil and Shea butter so can be used just about anywhere on your…
Digital artwork you can download and frame yourself
If you’re looking for fresh new artwork for your walls don’t spend a fortune. Just download, print and frame! Perfect for living rooms, offices and kids rooms. Here’s how you print them. 1. / 2. / 3. / 4. / 5. / 6. / 7. / 8. / 9.