Decorative Bedroom Makeover
Our budget doesn't allow for an authentic cast iron bedhead but a pair of old gates make a great substitute. Flaking paint can be removed from the gates using a wire brush. This clears the way for a galvanised iron ... [... more]
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Painted Finish Kitchen Makeover
We had to replace the plasterboard on the old wall that had been broken when we removed the old tiles, but while it looked fairly disastrous, it only blew the budget out by around $150. Much of the work was carried ... [... more]
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1920's Bathroom Makeover
A flexible PVC waterproofing membrane is laid on the floor, extending about 10cm up the wall. This will prevent leaks if future plans to extend under the bathroom go ahead. Cement fibre boards are attached to the ... [... more]
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Computer Paint Makeover
The CD-ROM allows you to choose any mix of the 1113 Haymes paint colours for the interior and exterior of your home. You can even co-ordinate your furnishings into the new colour scheme and print out your efforts ... [... more]
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Budget Bathroom Makeover
Comprehensive instructions are supplied with the paint. You will need to prepare the surface for the paint. Thoroughly clean the tiles with an abrasive powder and then sand the tiles (320 wet and dry) to take away ... [... more]
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Three-Way Balcony Makeover
Most plants can adapt to growing in pots. It is important to select plants first for their suitability to the environment, and then for their individual characteristics. Shade-lovers are most likely to survive dark, ... [... more]
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Workbench Makeover
We begin with the bookcase...the sides are made from two pieces of 350mm x 350mm pieces of wood. Measure 100mm from one corner and from this point draw a 200mm arc. Then draw another arc using the opposite corner. ... [... more]
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Playscape Makeover
This "boring" bedroom belongs to 4-year-old twins. With plain walls and lack of decoration, it is definitely in need of a makeover. This one comes mainly in the form of a kit. The "Playscape" landscapes allow you to ... [... more]
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Jungle Nursery Makeover
The chosen wallpaper border really brings the jungle theme into the room, and set the tone for the colours used in our makeover. The wallpaper comes in large sheets, like contact paper. It is peel-and-stick which ... [... more]
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Kindy Makeover
Shirl's packing his bags and going back to preschool. Only, this time there won't be time for little lunch and an afternoon nap — Shirl's got just one day to build a play area for the kids. He's called on the play ... [... more]
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Office Garage Makeover
The family garage typically becomes a storage area for everything and anything. You're lucky if the car still fits inside! Gavin Jensen of In Garages to the rescue. Gavin is going to revamp our space to include a ... [... more]
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Home Office Makeover
A pull-out tray for your computer keyboard is a good idea. Runners can be bought for $45 per pair. Using a piece of scrap or spare wood, you can then easily make your own tray. Alternatively, the whole item can be ... [... more]
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