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What’s happening in February

Find out what’s new, what’s trending and what’s inspiring us in the home and garden this month

A word from our editor

Who doesn’t love a room makeover?

This issue we have three to inspire you: a pretty outdoor room, a kitchen given a whole new look in just a weekend and a laundry that shows off the power of paint in any transformation. All three needed a lot of hard work and varying degrees of DIY prowess – but the results are fab! Still on DIY, one of the handiest skills to have is knowing how to build a basic box, which can be adapted for all kinds of projects. We’re giving you three cute ideas on page 60.

Enjoy the issue!

SHOP SCANDI ON

Planning a change to the much-loved Nordic look? Find just what you need to get a bit of hygge at home with these MarketLink buys

natural ash frame with upholstered $275*, I/N: 0161185

Enjoy the breeze with a pedestal fan

Mistral 40cm 5 blade pedestal fan in White, $23, I/N: 0180975

Decor Villa ‘Suri’ tall vase in

White, $24*,

1Relaxhouse ‘Scandi’ seat stool in White, I/N: 0195820 Homestar ‘Finland’ sideboard storage buffet unit in White, $1,299*, I/N: 0243685 air conditioner, $799,

I/N: 4442099

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One Six Eight London ‘Willow’ 50cm silent wall clock in

White, $199.95*,

I/N: 0224996

6Artiss ‘Skane’ armchair in Beige, $144.95*, I/N: 0190064 Morphy Richards ‘Accents Rose Gold’ 4-slice toaster with 1.5L pyramid kettle (not shown) in White, $269*,

COOL BUYS TO BEAT THE HEAT Bag some heat-busters for your home to help you through the warmest days of summer

Printed by Ovato Print Ltd. Paper fibre is from well-managed forests and other controlled sources.

Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered. This product is available to buy online only and is sold and delivered through a Bunnings MarketLink Trusted Seller. Not all items are available in all states and territories. *Delivery charges may apply.

If your existing air conditioner is due for an upgrade, get in now!

Mitsubishi ‘Avanti’ 2.5kW reverse cycle split system I/N: 0231957

Keep larger areas cool with an industrial fan

Bristol 750mm industrial pedestal fan, $128, I/N: 0126673

Don’t let the heat drive your barbecue inside – invest in an outdoor ceiling fan

Threesixty ‘Delta’ ceiling fan in White, $289, I/N: 0236354† 

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BRING IN THE BEES Invite these insects for a bountiful garden

Gardens & outdoors

Get the kids involved when planting your bee habitat – it’s a great way to teach them about bees’ importance

These valuable visitors pollinate our plants and keep our produce growing. In return for their hard work, we can give them a helping hand by growing flowers they love. Here are a few of their favourites:

Lavender plant

Mr Fothergill’s ‘Giant

Russian’ sunflower

seeds, $3.72, I/N: 2960491

Argyranthemum daisy plant

Mr Fothergill’s ‘Herb Garden’ rosemary seeds, $4.45, I/N: 2960542

Salvia plant

Mr Fothergill’s ‘Herb Garden’ sweet basil seeds, $4.45, I/N: 2960571

Safety tip: If you or any family members are allergic to bees, avoid adding highly flower-bearing plants to your garden, and be careful when doing yard work.

WHEELBARROW ON THE MEND As wheelbarrows help you through the tough work, it’s only a matter of time before wear and tear kicks in, but you can extend the lifespan of your wheely assistant by replacing various parts. Ensure the items are suited to your wheelbarrow before you buy – check the product details or ask in store.

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1 Sherlock timber wheelbarrow handle, $49.90, I/N: 0193092†. 2 Sherlock standard wheelbarrow wheel, $62, I/N: 3360564. 3 Sherlock 100L poly medium duty wheelbarrow tray, $53, I/N: 3360595†. 4 Sherlock standard wheelbarrow axle and bracket kit, $22.50, I/N: 3360573†.

This month in the garden

Tick off this to-do list for tiptop growing areas. For more on what to do in the garden and home during February, go to bunnings.com.au/garden-diaries

Yates ‘Grub Kill & Protect For Lawns’ insecticide, $20.98/750g, I/N: 0207186

If you see brown patches in Bloomin’ Bulbs assorted landscaper bulbs, $21.98/ pack of 34, I/N: 3770118

Take your indoor herb garden to the next level with a hydroponic kit. It so you don’t need to worry about giving your plants your lawn, it’s very likely to be the dreaded curl grub. Treat with a suitable insecticide as soon as possible.

Scotts ‘Performance Naturals’ premium potting mix, $8.28/10L, I/N: 0182065

worm! Start planning your spring flower garden now. Sow primulas, hollyhocks, delphiniums, cinerarias, lobelia and stock into pots or trays filled with potting mix. Transplant into the garden once they reach 10cm in height.

If you live in a warm temperate climate and you want to grow cold-climate bulbs – tulips, hyacinths and daffodils – place the bulbs in a paper bag and store in the fridge. Chill for at least six weeks before planting.

has an artificial light source, The early bird gets the

the right amount of sunlight for them to grow. Absolutely perfect for apartments.

Mr Fothergill’s ‘Hydrogarden’ all in one grow kit, $69.98, I/N: 0011513

In warm tropical climates, make the most of the season and sow eggplant, tomato, climbing beans, capsicum and zucchini. Use an organic mulch to help conserve moisture. 

Neutrog ‘Sudden Impact’ fertiliser for roses, $44.85/10kg, I/N: 3015381

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s gift? Nothing says “I love you” better than a potted perfumed rose. Feed Brunnings sugar cane mulch, with a specific rose fertiliser $17.50/11kg 18sqm, I/N: 0173049 to encourage more blooms. (not available in WA) Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

For the most beautiful room in your home

Part of our Capsule Collection of 32 elegant colours, Porter’s Sundance was created by our colour designers as a celebration of warm turmeric and golden sunshine. In-store now. Try it today.

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Be my Valentine

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day is just an easy craft project away – have a go at our functional trinket box or ready-to- grow planter pot, for a handmade gift that speaks volumes

Raffia hearts What you need  Raffia rope  Heart-shaped plaque  Scissors To make the raffia hearts, wrap raffia rope around an MDF heart, working in the same direction. If you feel the raffia loosen, cut and tie up end at the back of the heart, then continue wrapping around and tying as you go until the heart is covered. Secure at the back.

Paint a heart-shaped box for a custom gift

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1 Boyle wooden heart boxes, $19.98/set of 2, I/N: 1662724. 2 Grunt craft raffia rope in assorted colours, $5.70/100m, I/N: 4310756. 3 Boyle heart plaque 613020, $4.10, I/N: 1660913.

Washday helpers

A few choice items can help your laundry function fabulously

Seeds with love What you need  Terracotta pots and saucers  Resealable plastic bag  Seed-raising mix  Selection of seeds  Hand trowel  Ribbon  Scissors  Cut flowers

Above: Northcote Pottery ‘Italian’ 16cm terracotta pots, $2.10 each, I/N: 2835057, ‘Italian’ 17cm terracotta saucers, $2.40 each, I/N: 2863494, ‘Italian’ 12cm terracotta pot, $1.60, I/N: 2833746, and ‘Italian’ 130mm terracotta saucer, $1.60, I/N: 2863478. Scotts Osmocote ‘Seed & Cutting’ premium potting mix, $7.26/10L, I/N: 3020058. ‘Elegant’ 10

Mr Fothergill’s cosmos ‘Purity’ flower seeds, $2.98, I/N: 2960382, and

‘Sensation’ cosmos mixed flower

seeds, $4.45, I/N: 2960557. Saxon bulb trowel, $3.70, I/N: 3361024. Ribbon, Spotlight, spotlightstores.com.

This product is available to buy online only and is sold and delivered through a MarketLink Trusted Seller. Not all items are available in all states and territories. *Delivery Find a terracotta pot with a matching saucer to use as a lid. Fill a small, resealable plastic bag with seed-raising mix (enough to fill the pot), and pop it and a packet of seeds inside the pot. Put the saucer upside down on the pot and tie it on with ribbon. Slip fresh flowers through the knot.

Pair your one-of-a-kind pressie – or simply skip the craft part altogether – and give your loved one a box of fresh roses. Order yours online at bunnings. com.au/bunnings-marketlink.

Mr Roses charges may apply.

red roses with gift box, $65*, I/N: 0152767

See page 27 for interior stylist Katy Thomas’s beautiful laundry transformation In THE TOOL FILES Banish clutter from your DIY space with a tool-specific storage unit. This one from Ryobi stores up to 125kg of tools – four Ryobi ‘One+’ tools slot neatly into the racks, the lockable cabinet fits spare batteries and smaller tools, and peg holes on the sides hold bits and bobs. Now that’s clever storage. ◆

Ryobi lockable door hanging wall storage, $89.99, I/N: 0057186 (excludes tools and accessories)

a small space, a washer-dryer is your go-to

Samsung 7.5kg washer/4kg clothes dryer combo, $1,039*,

I/N: 0217087

Add functionality with a washing machine stand

Bedford Furniture 666mm front loading

washing machine

stand in White, $165, I/N: 2660666

An airer cabinet is a tidy space saver

Bedford Furniture 1200mm x 597mm x 82mm moisture resistant airer cabinet in White, $154, I/N: 0067677

Discreet extra drying space is an absolute winner for small spaces

Daytek indoor micro retractable clothesline, $12.50, I/N: 0135248

Save on running costs with an energy-efficient dryer

Samsung 8kg heat pump clothes dryer, $1,349*,

I/N: 0217085

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