By Naomi Findlay Repainting a wall, or painting a new wall for the first time, is a great way to add elements of newness, freshness and crispness into a space. Painting a wall a new colour can symbolise the start of something new, such as moving into a new property, start of a new stage […]
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By Cherie Barber They call it the power of paint, but really what we’re talking about is the power of colour to completely alter the mood and appearance of a place. When you change the daffodil-coloured house with red window trim to a modern muted grey with white trim (yes, I did see this recently), or […]
Introduced earlier this year, the Haymes Paint Colour Library is a new tool that allows the Australian paint brand to showcase its latest colour collections with a particular eye on interior trends. The most recent addition to the library, ‘Volume 8,’ sees 27 on-trend paint colours categorised into three themes – ‘Stark Beauty, ‘Strata’ and ‘Pitch Dark’ run the […]
Working with acrylic paint, Italian linen and wood, Melbourne abstract artist Belinda Marshall is back this spring with a new collection of paintings and a series of acrylic painting workshops too — ideal for the budding artists out there. “The latest collection of works, called ‘Pastel Neon,’ features Italian linen and wood inspired mainly by my […]
Whether it’s a minor repair, repainting the home or a small building project, to achieve professional results the right paint brush is essential. Rod Bradey from Dynamic Paintware shares three tips to keep in mind when shopping for a new paint brush. Brush style The style of a brush refers to the cut and shape […]
Upcycling your own, unique masterpiece from old or new pieces of furniture is a breeze with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. Only one coat of paint is normally required for an excellent finish and due to the paint’s strong sticking power and dense consistency, no priming or sanding is necessary! The range also features over 30 decorative colours which […]
Sponsored by Berger Paints Want to know the cheapest, easiest, quickest, most effective way to transform your home or furniture? Paint! And there’s nothing more satisfying that updating or transforming something yourself. You’d be amazed what you can get done over a weekend. But it’s always best to follow some expert tips to get the […]
Grey is the new neutral that stylists love to work with. It’s sophisticated, versatile and can add depth or lighten up any room. But there’s one problem – finding the right shade without professional advice can prove extremely difficult. Unfortunately, I know from experience. Despite trying numerous samples in the room, in different lights, I […]
If you have even a passing interest in interiors, you’re no doubt aware of the famed British artist and decorative paint guru Annie Sloan. Much loved by up-cyclers the world over, Annie’s Chalk Paint (released in 1990), is the go-to product when revamping old furniture or homewares for its simple, primer-free application. Annie fans will be […]
Given that wallpaper could be considered fashion for the walls, it is rather fitting that the celebrated Australian fashion designer Collette Dinnigan has collaborated with Porter’s Paints to produce a feminine, sophisticated range of them. Bringing her signature Paris-meets-boho-meets world traveller vibe to interior spaces, the range mixes baroque and exotic motifs in colour ways including […]
Let me just say first up, I love IKEA. I really do. They seem to always have a solution at an affordable price. Although sometimes the finishes aren’t always ideal, the great thing about Ikea is that everything comes apart so simply it’s so easy to hack it into something a bit more custom. So thanks […]
While hugely popular, orange is a difficult shade to get right. Too much and it overwhelms and yet too little can look like an afterthought. It’s also a colour that demands that you dive right in. A fabulous winter pick-me-up for tired walls, a splash of orange can be just the antidote to the darker days […]
Kimmy Hogan’s art is refreshingly different. Artwork is often described as unique, but we think we’ve actually got something new for you today! Although she’s a graphic designer by background, the mum-of-two says it has influenced her technique but not the art itself. “Whilst I can draw and paint, I feel that I prefer the […]
With deep eggplant and teal tones dominating, the Winter 2016 Dulux colour collection plunges into the dark side of the colour wheel this season, with dramatic results. Walls painted in Dulux Odyssey & Dulux Plush “We have seen a shift towards darker colours being used in the home over the past few years. Darker hues […]
Like us, we’re sure many of you have experienced procrastination when it comes to a DIY home painting project – whether it’s choosing a colour or a lack of skills holding you back. Today we’re talking to Shaynna Blaze, who shares her top tips for getting a paint job done in 8 weeks. If you […]
Following on from yesterday’s reveal of Dulux’s Autumn 2016 colour trend forecast, today we bring you the complementary how-to. Perfect for DIY-lovers, follow these simple steps to recreate the stunning diagonal wall paint effect you see below. Walls in Dulux Pickled and Dulux Pretty Primrose 1. Like any paint job you’ll need your usual drop […]
Combining the classicism of traditional, earthy hues with a splash of bright colour, Dulux continues to inspire with its new Autumn colour palette titled Future Past. Walls painted in Dulux Pickled and Dulux Pretty Primrose The decadent collection combines luxurious browns (Dulux Loose Leather is a standout), earthy greens (Dulux Pickled) and a splash of salmon […]
Like us, we’re sure many of you have experienced procrastination when it comes to a DIY home painting project. Akin to a fitness challenge for home renovators, Taubmans has partnered with interior design authority Shaynna Blaze to encourage Australians to get back to the paint pots. Walls in Taubmans Bristol Harbour Mist While many people cite a lack of painting […]