Computer Paint Makeover
Many people find it difficult to visualise how a finished colour scheme will look. A new computer program developed by Australian-owned paint manufacturer Haymes, provides the home decorator with an easy and affordable solution. The CD-ROM allows ... [... more]
NineMSN OurHouse |
Happy Bedroom Makeover
The object of the makeover was to add colour and personality to a dull room. The first step was to paint the walls using a cheerful colour scheme. We used Dulux Wash & Wear 101, a durable and stain-resistant paint, in Quiet Blue and Vintage ... [... more]
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Brown Kitchen Makeover
We took a look at the makeover of a 1970s-style brown kitchen. A wall of speckled bricks was the dominant feature of this dark, old-fashioned kitchen. A brown colour scheme and beige-tiled splashback completed the dreary decor. The room was ... [... more]
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Living in the Tropics
When you live in the tropics you can be very adventurous in your use of colours, both in the garden and inside the home. Don looked at an award winning house and garden in Cairns, where the bright colour scheme provides a permanent, tropical ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Kitchen construction
We take a look at what's involved in creating a new kitchen. The 70's style kitchen of Tony and Pauline Hunt is certainly in need of an update. The current colour scheme of brown, white and mushroom as well as the outdated appliances will be ... [... more]
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Fantastic Foliage
You know, not all the brilliant colour in our gardens comes from flowers. In fact, some of the best colour schemes are based on foliage, using evergreen plants to create year-round interest. Kim visits Heyne's Wholesale Nursery to check out a ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
GDD - multi colour livingroom
A decorating dilemma can be as simple as deciding what colour to paint the walls. But, for Jacqui and David of Ferntree Gully in Victoria, that dilemma has turned into a decorating disaster. They love colour, but can't decide on a colour scheme ... [... more]
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Wallpaper Nursery Makeover
A baby on the way ensures a rapid makeover for this former playroom. Due to an imminent arrival of a younger sibling, this child's play area is to be transformed into a charming nursery. A brighter, more stimulating colour scheme is to be chosen, ... [... more]
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A combination that is definitely worth copying, is a ...
Pots are ideal for creative spring displays. The wonderful thing about containers is they can be replanted with a whole new colour scheme next season. The pot has a traditional shape, ideal for a classical-looking display. Mel used lavender ... [... more]
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