TRUE COLOURS Take an on-trend hue and paint a feature wall for an instant interior refresh

DREAM IT True colours FEATURE WALLS BRING YOUR INTERIORS TO LIFE WITH A WASH OF PAINT AND A STUNNING FEATURE WALL – OR TWO! 

Photography BRIGID ARNOTT Styling SAMANTHA POINTON

Timbers vary by state and territory; contact your • Katie Turner.

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local store for further information. Paint colours may vary on application. ABOVE Wall painted in Taubmans White Clover paint. Porta 2.7m x 110mm x 18mm FJ primed DAR pine moulding in White, $33.90, I/N: 8480058•, painted in Porter’s Irish Linen paint. Bailey Ladders 2.4m 150kg aluminium double sided step ladder, $465, I/N: 0276280. Paper sheets painted with Taubmans Apple A Day (red), Dulux Bee Hall (yellow) and Dulux Canoe Blue paints. Paint Partner 24mm x 27m thick masking tape, $6.40/pack of 6, I/N: 1667532. Wagner 3.6m x 1.5m heavy duty canvas drop sheet, $26.95, I/N: 1660140. Monarch ‘Expertech’ 50mm sash paintbrush, $24.89, I/N: 0271789. Pinnacle 15L metal bucket, $16.99, I/N: 4460519. Paint Partner 230mm 3 piece roller kit, $5.10, I/N: 1560226. HanWood ‘Home’ 1215mm x 197mm x 7mm laminate flooring in Mink Oak, $43.05/pack of 12 (2.872sqm), I/N: 0135639. Golden cane palm plant. Chair, Lounge Lovers, loungelovers.com.au. All other products, stylist’s own. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

Afeature wall is the most highimpact, lowcommitment change to your rooms that you can make in a weekend – if you don’t love it, you can always paint over it! Tap into colour trends or choose a hue that just says ‘you’, for a room transformation with personality plus. 

Nautical navy is a sophisticated choice that marries beautifully with accents in orange-adjacent shades of rust, tan and walnut timber

Feature wall painted in Dulux Canoe Blue paint. Plain wall and Porta 2.7m x 110mm x 18mm FJ primed DAR pine moulding in White, $33.90, I/N: 8480058•, painted in Porter’s Paints Irish Linen paint. Mercator ‘Dallas’ marble base floor lamp, $159, I/N: 0271301. Marquee earthenware pattern stool in Multi, $99, I/N: 0234896. Bayliss ‘Fleming’ 290cm x 200cm polypropylene rug, $531, I/N: 6670909. HanWood ‘Home’ 1215mm x 197mm x 7mm laminate flooring in Mink Oak, $43.05/pack of 12 (2.872sqm), I/N: 0135639. (On coffee table) Tuscan Path 25cm x 16cm ceramic vase in White, $22.98, I/N: 0204158, painted with Dulux ‘Duramax’ rust effect spray paint, $26.80/300g, I/N: 0195384. Sideboard, lounge and coffee table, Lounge Lovers. Candelabra, Life Interiors, lifeinteriors.com.au. Square cushions and throw, Adairs, adairs.com.au. Rectangular cushion, Papaya, papaya.com.au. All other products, stylist’s own. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

Dulux Canoe Blue

Rust-effect paint

Sunny yellow is an invigorating shade for a dining space, stimulating conversation and appetites. Using a deeper colour on one wall makes it seem to recede, expanding the feel of the room

Dulux Bee Hall and Midas Touch

Left wall painted in Dulux Bee Hall and right wall painted in Dulux Midas Touch paints. Brilliant ‘Luna’ 50cm DIY rice paper shade, $10.90, I/N: 0273560, and DIY pendant light suspension kit in White, $12.95, I/N: 7070172. Porta 2.7m x 110mm x 18mm FJ primed DAR pine moulding in White, $33.90, I/N: 8480058• , painted in Porter’s Paints Irish Linen paint. Bayliss ‘Cortina’ 290cm x 200cm wool rug, $419, I/N: 6670903. HanWood ‘Home’ 1215mm x 197mm x 7mm laminate flooring in Mink Oak, as before. Table, Lounge Lovers. Chairs, Life Interiors. Bowl, Target, target.com.au. Napkins, In the Roundhouse, intheround.house. All other products, stylist’s own. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

Transition spaces like hallways are perfect for making a bold statement with a dark or daring colour “Matching your wall, door and trim colour delivers a dramatic look – the opposite of all-white everything!”

Samantha Pointon, stylist

Taubmans Apple A Day

ABOVE AND LEFT Feature wall painted in Taubmans Apple A Day paint. Plain wall painted in Porter’s Paints Irish Linen paint. Hume ‘Oakfield HC2’ 2040mm x 820mm x 35mm oak internal door, $58, I/N: 1972989, and Porta ‘Colonial’ 66mm x 18mm pine FJ primed moulding in White, $19.10/2.7m, I/N: 8480051• , painted in Taubmans Apple A Day semi gloss paint. Delf ‘Kensington’ 120mm short plate lever latch set in Polished Brass, $42.58, I/N: 4091270. Mode Deco pineboard rack with 4 hooks in Natural, $18.25, I/N: 3962122. The Estate Collection ‘Romantic’ 230cm x 160cm panel rug in Red, $205, I/N: 0189072. HanWood ‘Home’ laminate flooring in Mink Oak, as before. Weeping Japanese maple tree in Northcote Pottery 44cm x 40cm fibreclay cylinder pot in Black, $69.98, I/N: 0238855 (plant sold separately). Bench, Nest & Nectar, nestandnectar.com.au. Artwork, Art2Muse, art2muse.com.au. Bag, Papaya, papaya.com.au. Cushions, Adairs. All other products, stylist’s own. 

Keep in mind...

n When painting, always wear safety equipment (eye protection and mask) and ensure the room is well ventilated. n Take care when removing old paint as it could contain traces of lead. For more information, visit bunnings.com.au/health-and-safety. n Always use the right ladder for the job, make sure it has non-slip feet and is set up on a flat, stable and solid surface. Wear sturdy footwear, maintain three points of contact (for example, both feet and one hand) on it at all times and make sure another person is nearby in case you need assistance.

Taubmans White Clover

Set a serene scene in the bedroom with tranquil colours, like this restful shade of grey-green

Feature wall and frames painted in Taubmans White Clover paint. Boyle ‘Memory Box’ 30cm x 30cm (12" x 12") frame, $19.98, I/N: 1662712, and 28cm x 23cm (10" x 8") frame, $17.30, I/N: 1660825. Windoware ‘Claire’ 2230mm x 1200mm sheer organza curtain in White, $8.90, I/N: 0033165. Luce Bella ‘G125 E27’ 7W 650lm LED globe in Amber, $15.50, I/N: 0254473. Bayliss ‘Dura’ 290cm x 200cm jute rug, $361, I/N: 6670900. Porta 2.7m x 110mm x 18mm FJ primed DAR pine moulding in White, $33.90, I/N: 8480058• , painted in Porter’s Paints Irish Linen paint. HanWood ‘Home’ 1215mm x 197mm x 7mm laminate flooring in Mink Oak, as before. Bedding and sculpture, Adairs. Bedside, Life Interiors. All other products, stylist’s own. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

Matador ‘Tempo’ single-burner barbecue, $249, I/N: 0256470

Moving feast

Take your picnic to the next level with Matador’s portable barbecue and accessories

Upgrade from soggy sandwiches and make this the season of epic picnics with a portable barbecue from Matador.

GOURMET ON THE GO

The Matador ‘Tempo’ one-burner barbecue (also available in two- and three-burner) delivers all the extras of a bigger model: in-built hood thermometer for controlled cooking, easily removable grease tray and cast iron grill plates for quick cleaning, plus the ease and convenience of gas-powered cooking.

But the best feature, of course, is its portability. At just 12kg, the single- burner Tempo is small and lightweight enough to carry on your next picnic or camping trip. Just pop it in its convenient carry bag, and off you go! Optional quick-release legs can be easily snapped into place to elevate the barbecue for safe and convenient cooking, at home or away.

POP IT ON THE PATIO

The Matador Tempo is just as handy at home so, if you’re using it all the time, why not give it a permanent set up? The optional patio stand securely places the Tempo on a sleek pedestal, complete with a tray for holding barbecue tools and a front panel to hide the gas bottle out of sight.

CHEF’S TOOLS

A pair of long tongs and a wide spatula are the barbecue master’s core tools; Matador’s BBQ tool set upgrades these with a non-stick coating. Skewered meat or veg is the ultimate picnic food and Matador’s stainless steel rack and skewers make it so easy to turn them on the grill – no more losing pieces off the skewer as you scrape off the sticky bits. Don’t forget to pack a few Matador foil trays – these are ideal for roasting and baking on the barbecue, and serving food straight off the grill.

1 Matador stainless steel skewer rack with 6 skewers, $36.60, I/N: 3171367. 2 Matador premium foil trays, $14.45/pack of 5, I/N: 3171775. 3 Matador non-stick 2 piece BBQ tool set in Black, $27.50, I/N: 3171753. 4 Matador gluten-free souvlaki gourmet BBQ rub, $12.95/280g, I/N: 0202321. TIP

LAMB SOUVLAKI

FOR EASY FLAVOUR, TRY MATADOR’S SOUVLAKI BBQ RUB

Serves 6 Prep 15 mins (+ 1 hour marinating time). Cooking 40 mins

1kg diced lamb 2 tbsp olive oil 1 lemon, juiced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tbsp dried oregano 6 souvlaki flatbreads 450g halloumi, sliced Hoummus, to serve Tabouli, to serve Barbecue sauce, to serve Lemon wedges, to serve

1 Combine the lamb, oil, lemon juice, garlic and oregano in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Thread the lamb onto 12 metal or soaked bamboo skewers. 2 Preheat the barbecue over a medium heat. Place skewers on the grill and cook, with the lid open, turning occasionally, for 8 mins or until cooked to your liking. Place on a tray and cover with foil. 4 Wrap the flatbreads in foil. Place on the grill and cook for 5 mins or until heated through. Cook the haloumi on the barbecue hotplate for 2 mins each side or until lightly charred and heated through. 5 Arrange the flatbreads on serving plates. Top with hoummus, tabouli, lamb, halloumi and barbecue sauce. Serve with lemon wedges.

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Homegrown hero

If you want to grow an abundance of edible plants, the secret is in the soil. For a thriving garden, look to Yates

through both leaves and roots for faster results). It maximises your harvest with slow-release nutrients, and improves the soil’s structure and moisture retention, encouraging helpful micro-organisms and earthworms. Use the concentrate until plants are established; after six weeks use the pellets for a top up feed.

3. FEED

Whether you’re coveting fresh kale from balcony planters, pick-your-own coriander from a window box or a haul of organic ingredients from garden beds, the foundation of delicious homegrown vegies, herbs and fruit is rich, nourishing soil and potting mix. And this is the season to get it sorted. With the harsh heat of summer over but soil still holding onto its warmth, autumn is a perfect time to establish a thriving edible garden, from spinach, broccoli, cauliflower and snow peas to onions, garlic, herbs, citrus and more.

YOUR NEW ROUTINE

Soil care might be crucial, but it isn’t complicated. The Yates range covers all needs with no-fuss, proven products tailored to vegies, herbs and fruit, whether in pots or garden beds, indoors or out. Simply follow the three-step system:

1. POT

Start with Yates Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter, a general-purpose mix for most indoor and outdoor plants, enhanced with organic fertiliser and trace elements for boosted plant performance.

2. PLANT

Yates Dynamic Lifter Organic Soil

Improver & Plant Fertiliser suits all plants and comes in easy-to-apply pellet or liquid concentrate form (the liquid’s dual-action formula feeds

Yates Thrive Natural Pelletised Plant

Food creates an environment akin to an all-day cafe for your plants, supercharging them with sustenance and fast-acting fertilisers. Choose between Citrus & Fruit and Vegie & Herb versions, depending on what you’re growing. Then, sit back and start planning what you’re going to cook with your feast of produce. There’s nothing like the taste of homegrown!

For more about the range, visit yates.com.au

1 Yates potting mix with ‘Dynamic Lifter’, $8.98/30L, I/N: 2961566. 2 Yates ‘Dynamic Lifter’ organic soil improver & plant fertiliser, $11.40/3kg, I/N: 2961465 ($14.33/3kg I/N: 3010359 in WA). 3 Yates ‘Thrive Natural Citrus & Fruit’ organic based pelletised plant food, $10.07/1.5kg, I/N: 3010453. 4 Yates ‘Thrive Natural Vegie & Herb’ organic based pelletised plant food, $10.07/1.5kg, I/N: 3010455. 5 Yates ‘Dynamic Lifter’ organic liquid concentrate soil improver & plant fertiliser, $12.98/1L, I/N: 2962153.