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How to paint a door

By Naomi Findlay With so much focus on creating the perfect space, it can be extremely easy to overlook the entry points of a room. A door is the first hint of what lies beyond; a bare wood finish can put a “plain Jane” vibe on an otherwise contemporary interior. Likewise, a battered door covered […]

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How to paint a ceiling like a pro

By Naomi Findlay When deciding to renovate or refresh a room, the first points of focus tend to be the walls, the floors, the doors and even the tiles. The ceiling is an important element that is often overlooked until everything else has been updated. This ‘fifth wall’ needs to complement the rest of the […]

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How to paint a house interior: reno tips

By Naomi Findlay Whether you’re planning to stay or sell, painting the interior of your home is one of the easiest ways to transform it from tired to bright and fresh. However, the mere thought of covering every inch of wall, ceiling and cornice with fresh paint is often exhausting enough to put off even the […]

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How to prepare for painting a room: reno tips

By Naomi Findlay Painting walls is by far one of the simplest ways to freshen up a room. From toning down the outdated yellow tinge in the living room, to adding a pop of colour in the kids’ bedrooms, walls are the canvas for your interior vision. To ensure the end result is just what […]

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How to prepare an exterior wall for painting

By Naomi Findlay Before guests step foot inside your home, what is the first thing they see? If the answer is a façade covered in flaking paint or last century’s colour scheme, it may be prime time for a paint redo. A few fresh coats can give your home some serious curbside appeal – but […]

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Jones & Co’s fun new hand-painted ceramics

With a new collection that spans myriad aesthetics (including ‘modern country’ and ‘urban jungalow’ to name just two) I wasn’t surprised to hear that the Jones & Co. team find inspiration literally anywhere when creating their feel-good wares. “We are inspired to create beautiful homewares that make the owner feel good. That’s our credo with all […]

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How to paint a bath tub

By Naomi Findlay Let’s face it, bathrooms should be spaces of zen and relaxation. No matter how big or small, every home deserves a beautiful, practical bathroom. Rather than spending big on major renovations (bathroom renovations and dollar signs go hand in hand), there are some simple changes you can do to update the look […]

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How to paint laminate cabinets

They say the kitchen is the heart of the home. Whether large or small, your kitchen deserves to look its best. But we all know how expensive a kitchen renovation can be – so rather than ripping out the cabinetry to keep up with this year’s trends, why not simply spruce them up with a […]

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How to paint tiles and save a fortune!

By Naomi Findlay It’s no secret that kitchens and bathrooms are the highlights of the modern home. A tacky blue tile in the shower or 70s floral design can make your home look tired and dated. Before you take out a second loan and throw a sledgehammer at those eyesores, there is a quick and […]

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Haymes Paint’s new range of imperfect, textured finishes

Launching today, the Artisan collection by Haymes Paint brings together a unique range of hand-crafted, imperfect, textured finishes; designed to transform a space, both inside and out. Divided into three core product ranges: Surface, Metallics and Textures, each has its own colour palette and application techniques. The extensive range of finishes, textures and colours ensures […]

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How to renovate for profit by just picking the right paint colour

A recent US study highlighted the power of blue to tap into the psyche of buyers. Analysing more than 32,000 listing photos of homes that had sold across the US, it found blue was a colour that people gravitated to, which possibly explains why it seems to be the colour du jour. In kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, […]

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The paint colours that increase the value of your home

Whether you’re renovating to sell or quite happy to stay put with the end result (for the time being at least), maximising your potential for profit is something that should underpin the decisions you make for your reno. From deciding on layout to choosing appliances, most renovators have a strong idea of who their target […]

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How to buy tiles, paint, shutters or rugs online. Yes, really!

When it comes to decorating and furnishing your home, there are a few things you’d probably never dream about buying online. Until now! They include paint, tiles, window furnishings and rugs. They’re either too hard to buy online because of the necessity to touch or see the product; the fact you’ve never traditionally bought them […]

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Budget reno: A kitchen and bathroom revamped with just paint!

It’s well understood that renovating a kitchen or bathroom, aside from making it much more enjoyable to use, can add substantial value to a home. But sometimes replacing kitchen cabinets or bathroom tubs is simply out of the question, due to the heavy financial burden, which is where DIY solutions come in. From resurfacing tiles […]

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Interiors Addict

New Dulux paint effects include concrete, steel and copper

Whether it’s concrete, copper, stainless steel, gold or a subtle shimmer effect that you’re after, you’ll love the new range from Dulux. The paint brand’s Design Effects Collection allows you to decorate with luxe texture and is ideal for DIY enthusiasts. “There are so many ways you can create a design statement with Dulux Design […]

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Real reno: This budget makeover makes creative use of paint

Located in the Melbourne suburb of Armadale, this 1960’s two-bedroom apartment got the budget makeover treatment recently with amazing results. Carried out almost entirely by the owners Alannah and Dave, the project makes impressive use of paint as a key renovating tool. “Our apartment isn’t big, and had previously been painted all in white, so […]

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New Haymes Paint collection celebrates colourful neutrals

Like us, when it comes to paint, you’re probably tired of seeing the usual suspects – variants of grey and white. But if we’re honest, these ‘safe’ colours can be rather uninteresting and even more so when you consider that the colour wheel offers so many other choices. We get it though, neutrals allow you […]

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How to: avoid common painting mistakes

We’ve all been there, midway through an exciting reno project only to realise that we haven’t done as much pre-prep ‘homework’ as we probably should have! Mistakes and stuff ups are common place with any reno, usually due to lack of knowledge, preparation and inadequate tools. To achieve professional results and prevent mistakes when it […]