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Wood Stain Mix and Staining Tips: Guide for Perfect Wood Finishes

Learn how to mix wood stains and master staining tips for flawless finishes. Get expert advice for achieving the perfect wood stain mix.

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choosing kitchen countertops
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Choosing Kitchen Countertops: Expert Tips for the Perfect Surface

Discover expert tips for choosing kitchen countertops. Learn about materials, styles, and durability options for your dream kitchen.

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living room fireplace
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Cozy Living Room Fireplace: Your Electric Fireplace Guide

Find cozy inspiration with our living room fireplace guide. Discover the best electric fireplace insert and tips to create an inviting space.

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brass vanity lights
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Affordable Brass Vanity Lights

Explore stylish and affordable brass vanity lights. Find the perfect lighting solution with our curated selection and expert tips.

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Cut costs on your home renovation
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5 Ways to Cut Costs on a Home Renovation

Learn how to cut costs on your home renovation with our expert tips. Discover budget-friendly upgrades and strategies to save money while achieving your dream home makeover.

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How to start a herringbone tile pattern
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How to Start a Herringbone Tile Pattern

Learn how to start a herringbone tile pattern with our comprehensive tile installation guide. Follow step-by-step instructions and expert tips to achieve a stunning and professional-looking finish.

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best DIY tools for demolition
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The Best DIY Tools for Demolition

Discover the best DIY tools for demolition. Equip yourself with essential equipment and expert tips to tackle home renovation projects efficiently and effectively.

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How to Waterproof a Shower Before Tiling
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How to Waterproof a Shower Before Tiling

Learn how to waterproof a shower before tiling with our expert guide. Follow step-by-step instructions and tips to ensure a leak-free, durable, and long-lasting bathroom renovation.

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DIY Murphy bed vs sofa bed | Murphy Bed Office Ideas
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DIY Murphy Bed: Stylish & Functional Guest Space Solution

Create a versatile guest space with a DIY Murphy bed. Follow our step-by-step guide to build a stylish and functional Murphy bed, perfect for maximizing space and adding convenience to your home.

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How to level a concrete floor before tiling
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How to Level a Concrete Floor Before Tiling

Learn how to level a concrete floor before tiling with our comprehensive guide. Discover tips and techniques for using self-leveling concrete to achieve a perfectly even surface for your tiles.

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A thrifty Aussie mum with the audacity to DIY anything. Old house, new projects, & life back home after a decade abroad šŸ› ļø
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I knew live edge would shelves would be perfectttt I knew live edge would shelves would be perfectttt for the treehouse vision in our 4-year-old’s room but I had a little look online and they were about $300 each which I definitely could not justify. So I went to my trusty old Facebook Marketplace and found there was a warehouse across town selling slab offcuts and I got enough for four shelves for $100! 
Which means I basically ✨made✨ $1100. 

#liveedgeshelves #liveedge #diyprojects #kidsinterior #kidsroom
To be fair I don’t think anyone has ever or will e To be fair I don’t think anyone has ever or will ever describe me as chic in this lifetime but still šŸ’… what are you adding to this list?
I will die on the hill that paint is the absolute I will die on the hill that paint is the absolute best way to transform a room (especially if you’re newer to projects and don’t have a full renovation budget), so take this as your sign to choose a colour and go for it! #ad

The colour I used in here (Benjamin Moore Smoke) isn’t too saturated or dark or baby blue, and it was the perfect anchor for this whole room vision. Leaving everything white wouldn’t have had these cosy vibes at all!

After all the amazing responses to our kitchen-turned-kids room reveal last week, @benjaminmooreaustralia is giving you all a special discount to start your own project! Use code Emma10 for 10% off + free freight on all AU website orders between Aug 3-17.

Comment PAINT and I’ll send you the link to their website directly to check out all their (3,500+!) colours. 

#benjaminmooresmoke #benjaminmoore #bluebedroom
Designing this kitchen-turned-kids room came at a Designing this kitchen-turned-kids room came at a time when 90s classics (The Sandlot, Parent Trap, Matilda, etc) are going platinum in our household so I was going for a mashup of our 4-year-old’s favourite things. 
He at one point said he wanted ā€˜rainbow’ so I tried to fit as many colours as possible and I’m also to be honest a bit emotional that his little Dino traveled stuffed in a suitcase on a cargo ship halfway across the world to get back to his spot in the middle of the bed 😭
Anyway I’m so proud of this room and also jealous my kids are cooler than me.
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