WHAT’S HAPPENING IN FEBRUARY News, special buys and things to do

from Bunnings Magazine February 2022

TREE CHANGE These garden features look great all year

Editor’s letter Welcome!

When my family and I lived in the UK, I was never too fond of February. The excitement of the entertaining season was well over, and the month seemed to struggle to shake off the last of the gloomy afternoons and winter weather. Cue a hemisphere switch and February has virtually the opposite effect on me. I love it as a time of change – the next school year, a return to work and the sense of a new start. In that spirit, we’re sharing all sorts of ways to press refresh, indoors and out, from making your home easy clean and overhauling your garage, to fixing up the lawn and tackling weeds. There’s room for some me-time too, so we also look at transforming your shower into a spa-worthy retreat. Enjoy the issue!

Chic showers! See page 42

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Chalk it up

Here’s another ‘wow’ project from our Workshop community. This chalkboard play table made by Mick (Mick0s) in the ACT is ideal for creative little minds. With plenty of doodling and drawing space – along with clever storage tucked handily underneath – it’s sure to become a favourite spot for arts and crafts! This is a suitable project for a moderate to skilled DIYer. To read more about it, visit bunnings.com.au/ kids-chalkboard-play-table.

When choosing cleaning or gardening products, look for those that are kinder to the environment, with more natural ingredients. Check out these picks.

A GREENER TOUCH

A natural antibacterial, eucalyptus oil is a fab eco-friendly cleaner and deodoriser

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Bicarbonate of soda is well known for its deodorising and stain- removing properties

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Beeswax is an organic way to condition your wood and leather

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This clever bug spray is soap-based

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Made of natural actives, this weedkiller works by dehydrating the plant

1 Glitz ‘Green’ bi-carb cleaner, $7.95/1kg, I/N: 4460481. 2 Glitz ‘Green’ eucalyptus oil, $14.31/250ml, I/N: 4460484. 3 Apiaries 8 100 per cent pure beeswax bar, $5.95/30g, I/N: 0076398. 4 Richgro ‘Beat-A-Weed’ natural weedkiller, $26.78/3L, I/N: 2960238. 5 Yates ‘Nature’s Way’ vegie and herb pest spray, $14.20/750ml, I/N: 2961940. Keep all cleaning and gardening products out of the reach of children.

STUDY SPACE

WITH THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR COMES HOMEWORK – AND THE CHANCE TO CREATE A COOL AND COMFY WORK ZONE Where you study can matter almost as much as what you study. Natural light and storage to keep your space organised help, but the right desk and chair are crucial for comfort

Groove Furniture ‘Austin’ Scandi 1 drawer student laptop study desk, $69*, I/N: 0176821 21

Artiss ‘Halle’ office chair in Black, $166.95*, I/N: 0170833

Ubiz

Furniture ‘Lunan’ premium velvet office chair in Pink, $239*,

I/N: 0264480

Koast ‘Capricorn’ 750 MDF toolless hook desk in Light Brown, $125*, I/N: 0258056

Artiss home

workstation

with corner shelf, $116.95*, I/N: 0247014

Maestro Furniture ‘Marics’ fabric office chair in Green, $319*, I/N: 0319341

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Boori ‘Oslo’ study desk, $329.95*, I/N: 0299927 8

Artiss replica Eames high back office chair in White, $111.95*, I/N: 0170855

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Boori ‘Tidy’ kids’ desk in Pink, $499.95*, I/N: 0300521

SUPPORTING LOCAL

Cibo Design has extended its range with two trendsetting Australian-made bathroom vanities. The Mornington wall-hung vanity comes in either white or oak-finish cabinetry with geometric half round black or white handles. It has a hard-wearing quartzstone top and ceramic countertop basins come in a choice of on-trend colours: white, pale pink, grey and white and black and white.

Channelling a relaxed beachside vibe, the Freshwater vanity has V-groove doors in a white finish, an integrated ceramic top, and handles in black, white or oak. Available either wall-hung or full height.

FROM TOP Cibo Design ‘Mornington’ 900mm wall-hung vanity in Oak with countertop basin in Light Grey/White and handle in White, $1,742, I/N: 0294912†, and ‘Freshwater’ 900mm wall hung vanity in White with handle in Oak, $1,640, I/N: 0290963†, both shown with ‘Tonic’ 900mm mirrored shaving cabinet in White, $285, I/N: 0138298. Tapware sold separately. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

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Treat your loved one on this Valentine’s Day with a heavenly perfumed rose or gardenia. Pair it with a decorative pot and a liquid fertiliser to keep the display going.

NIGELLA

Fine, feathery foliage makes the blooms look like stars floating in the mist. Plant in clumps for a dramatic effect. Resist the urge to prune back any sunburnt or damaged foliage after a sizzling heatwave, as there may be more hot days to come. Leaving the foliage on will help protect any tender 3 new growth.

Check azaleas for signs of the dreaded lace bug. The upper sides of the foliage will be silvery, while underneath will be rust-coloured. Spray if sighted.

PANSY

Sow now for a cheery winter display. Flowers are edible – use to decorate cakes or add to salads.

If using products to deal with pests, diseases or weeds, always read the label, follow the instructions carefully and wear suitable protective equipment. Store all garden chemicals out of reach of children and pets.

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Did your lawn suffer from weedy winter grass last year? Don’t give it a chance this season! Apply a pre-emergent spray at the end of the month.

Bring some cold-season colour to the garden by sowing flower seeds now. See below for ideas on beautiful blooms for pots and beds.

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1 Rose plant in Northcote Pottery ‘Oslo’ 21cm x 21cm glazed drum pot in Wine Red, $17.98, I/N: 2801228 (plant sold separately). 2 Richgro ‘Black Marvel’ rose and flower food liquid fertiliser concentrate, $13.48/1L, I/N: 0133327. 3 Yates ‘Baythroid Advanced’ insect killer concentrate for gardens, $27.49/ 50ml, I/N: 0067143. 4 Munns Professional winter grass killer weed control, $23.89/2.4L, I/N: 0121424. 5 Mr Fothergill’s alyssum ‘Aphrodite’ seeds, $4.75, I/N: 2960647, and pansy ‘Swiss Giants Mixed’ seeds, $3.72, I/N: 2960486. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.