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Itai
Becoming a Leader
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Hey All.What are your thoughts on painting an old brick veneer house (late 70/s early 80's I think)? I'm thinking of painting it with a light greyish ...

Snowgum
Just Starting Out
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Hi, I want to lay artificial turf on top of my existing boulder wall. I’m thinking I should secure the edge rocks first but am unsure what the best wa ...

juliee1
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I am going to tile the corner behind my wood burning heater. What adhesive should I use? It’s a ceramic subway tile onto painted white set. FYI, bur ...

HJS
Just Starting Out
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We were thinking of replacing this vanity but have put that on hold as it's attached to the bath, which makes it costly. Am hoping I can revamp it in ...

joeharis
Just Starting Out
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Hi im newbie here, thank you for letting me join this awesome group. I'm thinking to build outdoor bench using mgp10 untreated pine and metal pipe leg ...

KD72
Just Starting Out
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Hi Have existing patio and want to enclose. So looking to build a stud wall between upright patio tubing. The current patio tubing has been put in ...

KD72
Just Starting Out
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Hi Looking to partially enclose a carport and am getting confused over what type of plasterboard to use. The sheets would be in the elements (rain, ...

Matthewsl
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Hi, We have a back fence that has a gap underneath. Unfortunately the neighbour behind's land drops about 60-80cm below ours. Our dirt is falling int ...

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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.”