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H3nna
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Turning old timber bookcase to colourful one.  MaterialsDulux paints, two different coloursUndercoat paintSanding paperMDF boardLiquid nailsNo more ga ...

DannyN
Finding My Feet
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Hi, Our clothesline is rusted and broken. Can you please recommend a suitable replacement option? Additionally, would it be acceptable to retain the t ...

vasta
Community Newcomer
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Hi team, was just wanting some advice/solutions to fixing my deck edging against my pool. Not sure if it was bad workmenship from the people who insta ...

Jeffersm963
Finding My Feet
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Hi,I am a very competent DIYer and am going to be doing a carport conversion, framing walls and completely enclosing the carport which currently has a ...

LizzieCro
Making a Splash

Evening All, I have a bit of an issue as I start the prep work on the exterior of my current onsite caravan. The previous owner has painted the van wi ...

Gayleis
Just Starting Out
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I can’t get someone to put gutter downpipes to my raintanks, or the taps and overflows, so I have to try and do them. (I’m at Curramulka Yorke Peninsu ...

NewbieDIYer
Just Starting Out
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What can I use to fill the gap between the sliding door and floor?  

dang-ouch-tim
Finding My Feet
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Hi there, we bought a property with a nice large garden space some time ago. Keen to get a garden started, we sent away some soil samples to GardenSaf ...

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Bunnings Team Member MitchellMc
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When it comes to avoiding paint waste, buying only what you need for the job is key. Calculate the amount required based on the surface area you' ...

Bunnings Team Member EricL
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There are different ways to control weeds in your lawn depending on severity. Pre-emergent weed killers target weeds before they've had the chance ...

Meet the community
  • Meet Mariana, who loves sharing styling advice

    Mariana believes the key to styling your home is prioritising whatever makes you happy. “Be true to yourself. It's fine to follow trends but also remember to do what you love.” Mariana is studying interior design and enjoys helping others create beautiful and useful spaces.

  • Meet Marty, who recycles pallets into treasure

    Marty started making planter boxes out of pallet wood a few years ago. Now he makes everything from dining tables to entertainment units and cubby houses. "I love being able to put my own creative flair on the products I build."

  • Meet Belinda, a renovation consultant

    Belinda has assisted many people with their home renovation projects, and regularly provides practical tips to Workshop members. “By sharing my experience, I hope to help someone more inexperienced avoid making the same mistakes that I made.”