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Home-Dzine IDEAS AND INSPIRATION FOR YOUR HOME
September 2013
Craft • DIY • Food • Green • Home Decor & Design
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a word or two
It’s proving to be a busy time for the DIY Divas at the moment. We were invited to shoot a DIY segment for YOTV and there are a few exciting collaborations in the pipeline, and that I hope to share with you very soon. And spring has arrived! I don’t mind the winter months - it’s a welcome change from the heat of summer, but I do so look forward to the arrival of spring and the re-birth it signifies. It’s a time to dust off the cobwebs and refresh your life and your home.
Janice Home-Dzine Online is written and compiled by Janice Anderssen. All projects in this issue remain the property of Home-Dzine and Janice Anderssen, or the respective copyright holders, and may not be copied or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission.
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REFRESH A HOME More than spring cleaning! PLASCON 2014 colour palettes REFRESH... a bathroom REFRESH... a kitchen REFRESH... a bedroom
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DIY KITCHEN COUNTERTOP using a solid door
DIY ROSE PANEL desk
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TABLE WALL SHELF Paint a table wall mural and add a shelf for a stylish display. PVC PIPE TOWEL HANGER Great outdoor idea for pools. Get everything you need at your local Builders Warehouse.
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DIY WATER FEATURE Build in a weekend WIN A KREG POCKETHOLE JIG valued at R2199
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One of my favourite international designers, Tobi Fairley, is well known for her colourful interiors. With spring in the air I thought it would be the perfect time to display some of her interiors as an inspiration to anyone wanting to refresh their home.
Spring is about rebirth... a fresh start. Whether you spring clean your home or give it a makeover in preparation for warmer weather - its about rejuvenating and refreshing your home for the year ahead. While cleaning is a good way to start off the process, if your home is starting to feel drab and boring, or if you haven’t decorated for years, perhaps it’s time to look at easy and affordable ways to inject new life and personality. After all... you need to love the home you live in.
THIS PAGE: With her signature style of fresh and simple combined with colourful and bold, Tobi Fairley blends classic lines with modern style for interiors that are beautiful and functional.
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Decorating a home is not about keeping up with the trends, it’s about adding warmth and personality to the spaces you live in. With a philosophy of ‘Love the home your live in’ - I believe a home should embrace you with comfort, reflect who you are, and match your lifestyle.
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This spring I am inspired by Plascon’s 2014 Colour Palette. Throughout this issue you’ll find ways to refresh and revitalise a home with colour, texture and, of course, DIY projects that you can get stuck into. This is more than a spring clean, it’s a clean slate and a fresh start. Use colours from your favourite colour palette to bring peace and serenity to living spaces, or inject vibrant colour. Plascon make it easy for you to pick colour combinations for your home by mood. If you like a particular colour but would prefer a lighter or darker hue, pop onto Plascon’s Inspired Colour System to select a lighter or darker shade and see the colour schemes that work with your choice of colour.
Showing the evolution of pastels, Calm Contrast is a c pastels with grounding neutrals, plus dark blue and cop balanced, contemporary feeling.
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Now you don’t have to worry about choosing the right colours - Plascon does it all for you!
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A collection of neutrals and blues, Inner Space is inspir which we use sanctuary environments to rest and reflec
combination of classic pper, creating a
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Bringing us closer to nature, the Second Nature colour palette contains a bright, vibrant palette of greens and blues, activated by a bright yellow accent.
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Urban Tribe is a warm and grounded palette that will add a splash of colour to any home
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Refresh... a bathroom It’s one of the hardest working rooms in a family home but apart from a regular cleaning, most bathrooms tend to be cold and sterile rooms. Give you bathroom a boost with one of our affordable tips and refresh not only your bathroom, but your bathing experience as well.
Simple updates to a small space like your bathroom can make a huge impact without needing a big budget.
PAINT POWER Today’s modern paints are perfect for bathrooms. Plascon Wall & All is an interior paint that is formulated to inhibit mould, which makes it perfect for bathrooms. As an alternative to tiled walls, or where wall are tiled halfway, add a splash of colour to a bland bathroom with tints from the Plascon 2014 Colour Palette. Shown left: Plascon Cloud Terrace P6-B1-1
Before tackling any paint project, make sure you have what you need to complete the project and take the time to prepare. 1. Walls should be clean and dry. Wipe down with Polycell Sugar Soap to remove any grime and prep for painting. 14
2. Fill cracks with Polycell Interior Crackfiller and sand smooth with 180grit sandpaper once dry. 3. Apply a suitable Plascon Primer on unfinished surfaces before painting.
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In this new family bath, painted walls and woodwork keep the space bright, while the marble mosaic tile pattern adds colour, form and scale. Design elements such as the vanity and the mirrors give a more contemporary twist to the period style in this otherwise small basic box-shaped room, thus contributing to the visual interest of the space. 15
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The existing beamed ceiling was painted to match the trim. Multicoloured walls tiles were replaced with panelling on the walls. A custom built cherrywood vanity provides much needed storage while preserving oor space. New features include grey-veined marble tiles and matching vanity top. Wall sconces and wood framed mirror bring additional warmth to the space.
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Splash on glass If you are looking to replace or add a shower, think about a frameless glass shower. Not only stylish, you’ll find that a frameless shower will visually enlarge the space. Glass frames don’t intrude and disappear and for those who prefer a bit more privacy, you can easily have glass sandblasted - or etched - with a design to provide modesty panels.
Space to store Add essential storage to your bathroom with a built-in or freestanding vanity. You don’t need to spend a fortune if you go the DIY route and make your own using materials such as MelaWood. Design a unit that provides enough storage for all your bathroom essentials and keep the bathroom uncluttered.
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Beautiful basins You’ll find a wide selection of beautiful hand basins at your local Builders Warehouse, or shop around. His and hers basins means you don’t have to fight for space every morning, and basins come in a variety of sizes and style to fit in with any bathroom design. If you don’t plan on moving the existing plumbing, tips on installing a new basin is as easy as visiting Home-Dzine!
Eco elegance When redesigning or renovating a bathroom, take a look at eco-friendly options wherever possible. Glass tiles and bricks, bamboo flooring and accessories.
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Out of the box A bathroom doesn’t have to be boxy and cramped. If you are looking for ways to increase the size of a bathroom without adding on - think about breaking down a wall and creating an open plan bedroombathroom.
Flooring trends Install new flooring that fits in with your style and your pocket. Bamboo floors, tiled floors, concrete floors, or mosaic tiled floors - you’ll find most of these are a do-ityourself option you can install on a budget. Shop around for the best buys or keep an eye out for specials at your local Builders Warehouse.
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Beautiful baths If space allows, splurge on a soaking tub where you can relax and spend some ‘you’ time. Adding a storage shelf unit close to the tub means everything you need is close at hand.
Towel storage Not all bathrooms have space to store towels, so consider placing towel rails at the side or front of a vanity. Or use vertical space to create small shelves for towels and essentials.
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Refresh... a kitchen The kitchen is the heart of the home and the place where people - and clutter - tend to gather together. This spring don’t just clean... refresh!
Choose accessories that create bold pops of colour to invigorate a kitchen
PAINT Don’t be afraid to experiment with paint and colour. Even small splashes of colour can make a big difference. Painting kitchen cabinets - whether melamine or wood - instantly changes the look of a kitchen. If you like your cabinets just the way they are, look at walls and ceiling and how a touch of colour would refresh the space. Shown left: Plascon Lime Miss Y6-A1-2
OPPOSITE PAGE: Taking down a wall between the kitchen and living room resulted in an airy and spacious floor plan. White painted cabinetry and tile provide the perfect backdrop to the lime accent colour throughout the new space. A centre island allows for two seats and extra storage. Stainless steel appliances, glass-front cabinets, pendant accent lighting and modern hardware add refreshing appeal.
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Contain clutter As a room where everyone tends to gather, especially in an open-plan home, every kitchen should be designed with easy storage in mind. In a small kitchen there isn’t always enough space to store all your kitchen essentials, so look for ways to add extra storage without taking up too much space.
Reach new heights Don’t let valuable wall space go to waste. Install or extend wall cabinets up to the ceiling. When storing items, make sure that those not used often go right at the top of wall cabinets, or have a footstool handy for when you need to reach the top.
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Out of sight If you like the look of open shelves, but aren’t a neat person, add glass doors to shelves to hide clutter but still have the look of open shelving. You also have the option to ďŹ t opaque glass or have glass sandblasted.
Clever countertops Replacing grubby or dated countertops can be done in a day. Your local Builders Warehouse offers a range of countertop options, from Formica LifeSeal to Quartz. Discuss your preference with the sales staff and let them inform you of the options available, then visit Home-Dzine for instructions how to.
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Get the lighting right More than any other room in a home, lighting a kitchen is essential. With so many activities taking place in one space, you need general lighting, lighting for tasks and accent lighting to boost the ‘wow’ factor. Look for energy-saving lighting options at your local Builders Warehouse. You will find plenty of lighting ideas and inspiration on the HomeDzine website.
Magic with mosaic Replace small or large sections of tiled wall, or add a splashback, with mosaic tile. Mosaic tile is easy to work with and you can easily cut mosaic tile sheets to fit into difficult spaces. Choose a tile colour that complements your kitchen design, or go bold and add a statement with bold colours.
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Paint with personality Transform a dark wood kitchen into a beautiful light space with paint - or add colour to dark wood cabinets. Plascon has a primer or paint treatment for every room in the home - and a kitchen too! If you don’t know where to start, visit the Kitchen section on Home-Dzine.
Fantastic floors Give any kitchen an instant facelift with new floors. Today’s options include vinyl flooring planks and tiles, laminate floor, tiles, bamboo and concrete. Choose an option that you can afford.
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Ready for a larger kitchen? By adding only a sm space complete with an island with ample sea
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mall amount of space stolen from the dining room, this pokey kitchen becomes an airy ating and additional cabinetry for storage.
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Typical for the period in which it was built, the layout of this home consisted of a series of und the kitchen. The homeowners wanted room for larger gatherings while maintaining the intim between the kitchen and dining room and lounge were removed. A bright, casual dining are end of the room. Upgrades in appliances and ample work surfaces make the kitchen a true the perimeter of the kitchen keeps the space feeling bright while the rich, dark brown wo contrast. Sunlight and an elegant coffered ceiling in the seating area
dersized and unconnected rooms, particularly macy of separate individual spaces. The walls ea with functional built-in seating anchors one cook’s delight. The painted cabinetry along ood cabinetry on the island adds warmth and a off the kitchen create a cosy place to relax.
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Using paint and accessories is an affordable way to refresh any bedroom. And by using paint colours from Plascon Urban Tribe (part of the 2014 Colour Palette) you can create an entire room design from one palette. WALLS: Plums to Word P6-B2-1 BED LINEN: Jam and Butter P6-B2-2 THROW: Cloud Terrace P6-B1-1 RUG: Fairy Land P6-B1-2 PAINTING TIP Prep the walls with Polycell Sugar Soap before painting and cover trim and ďŹ ttings with masking tape.
Print out the stencil on an A4 sheet and transfer onto plastic sheets for an overhead projector. Place the projector so that the image reects onto the wall and draw the outline with a soft pencil. See page 43 for a wonderful way to create a table shelf wall design.
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Storage is essential for every bedroom; a place to hang clothes, store bed linen and blankets, as well as plenty of space for toys in a children’s bedroom. Fitted cabinets installed to fit around a window provide the perfect place to sit and relax with friends when fitted with a comfortable window seat dressed with plump cushions. Have all your PG Bison SupaWood, SuperLam or MelaWood cut to size at Builders Warehouse.
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If you’re not DIY savvy, take a look at the Shabby-Chic Shaker Playroom set, that can be custom manufactured to fit into any space. They also offer a wide range of custom manufactured furniture.
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I have seen wooden doors used in various ways, but the mustard seed used a wooden door to add a new countertop to her kitchen to replace the old Formica countertops. Brilliant idea! You’ll find reasonable priced doors at your local Builders Warehouse, or get online a find a supplier close to you.
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1. Remove old countertop Most countertops are fastened to the top of the cabinets and if you are able to get inside the cabinets you’ll find mounting brackets that allow you to unscrew and remove the old tops. If possible, you want to keep the old countertop in one piece, so that you can use this as a template to cut out the new one.
2. Measure and mark Mark the dimensions of the old countertop shape onto your new door. Marking the line with a strip of masking tape makes it easier to see where you need to cut. Use a jigsaw with a clean-cut blade - or a circular saw - to cut out the shape of the new countertop. Remember to leave a 50mm overhang at the front edge.
3. Fit and sand Make sure that the new door countertop fits nicely and sand smooth before securing in place. You will probably find the finish on the door to be fairly rough, so sand with 120-grit to remove any splinters and then with 240grit for a smooth finish. If you want a smooth-as-silk finish for your countertop, hand sand - or use an orbital sander that takes sandpaper - with 400-grit sandpaper.
4. Secure Use the old brackets, or fit new brackets underneath to mount the countertops to cabinets.
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5. Extend If you have a long countertop, you may need to cut an extra piece to extend the length. Make the gap between the joined sections as exact as possible before filling in with wood filler and sanding smooth. GOOD TO KNOW Wood filler comes in a variety of colours and you should select a colour that matches the finish. In other words, if you are going to be staining the new countertop a dark colour, make sure to select a dark coloured wood filler.
6. Finishing Applying a polyurethane varnish provides the ultimate protection for your new wooden countertop. - Stain You will find a wide selection of waterbased or gel stains at your local Builders Warehouse, and these are applied directly onto the wood. - Varnish Because this is a kitchen countertop, you need to ensure maximum protection. Use Plascon Woodcare Ultra in gloss or suede to finish off, and apply according to the instructions. As with any countertop, use a cutting board and protect the finish from direct heat. Mop up spills as soon as they occur. 40
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At the DIY Divas workshop I often mention that the jigsaw is my favourite power tool. Any opportunity and I prefer to use my jigsaw for creative design that you just can’t buy in retail stores. This desk is one example of how you can use a jigsaw to assemble a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture for your home. The beautiful side panels feature a rose design that is repeated across the panel and gives the desk a delicate touch. Owning your own jigsaw allows you to be so much more creative with your furniture or decor projects. Simply by changing the blade you can cut timber and board, mild steel and aluminium, perspex, PVC and acrylic. For the detailed cuts in our rose stencil we used a fretsaw blade for jigsaw, which is a much thinner blade than the norm, and allows you to zip around tight corners and curves with ease.
Use the T101AO jigsaw blade for detailed cutting, tight corners and curves
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ROSE STENCIL Print out our rose stencil in differing sizes from 100% down to 75% to fit onto your sheet of 12mm PG Bison SupaWood.
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1. Use a craft knife to cut out the dark sections of the rose stencil as shown above.
2. Place the cut-out stencil onto your board and outline with a red marker pen. Move around to ďŹ ll the board.
3. With a 10mm wood bit, drill a hole in all the pieces to be cut out. Insert the jigsaw blade and cut out a large section.
4. With large sections removed you will ďŹ nd it easier to move around and cut out smaller pieces to complete the design.
YOU WILL NEED: 4 of 44 x 44 x 760mm PAR pine - legs 4 of 20 x 44 x 412mm PAR pine - crossbeams 2 of 412 x 622mm 12mm SupaWood - rose panels 2 of 200 x 1200mm 16mm SupaWood - desk front/back 2 of 200 x 468mm 16mm SupaWood - desk sides 2 of 500 x 1200mm 16mm SupaWood - desk top/bottom 1 of 156 x 996mm 16mm SupaWood - drawer front 2 of 100 x 468mm 12mm SupaWood - drawer sides 1 of 100 x 975mm 12mm SupaWood - drawer back 1 of 468 x 951mm 12mm SupaWood - drawer base 1 of 150 x 1112mm 16mm SupaWood - back brace
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Jigsaw and T101AO jigsaw blade Orbital sander Drill/Driver + assorted bits Pockethole Jig or biscuit joiner or dowel centres and dowels
2 drawer runners 12.5mm x 450mm length 2 vintage brass cup handles Plascon Universal Undercoat Rust-Oleum 2X satin canyon black spray paint 400-grit sandpaper 120- and 240-grit sanding pads Wood glue 45
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Use 16mm PG Bison SupaWood for the desk and crossbeams and 44 x 44mm PAR pine for the legs. Specify PG Bison SupaWood for a smooth finish that can easily be painted. Step 1
Mount a crossbeam at the top of each leg. The bottom crossbeam is placed 50mm up from the bottom. To attach you can use pocketholes, dowels or biscuits. 760mm
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On the front panel of the desk, measure and mark to cut out an opening 160 x 1000mm. Drill 10mm holes with a wood bit to allow you to insert a jigsaw blade and cut out with a jigsaw.
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Assemble the desk by attaching the front, back and sides on top of the base. To attach you can screw through the underside of the base, or you can use pocketholes or steel angle braces on the inside.
If you don’t yet own a pockethole jig, don’t miss out on the chance to win one - see page 62 for details.
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TOP TIP HIRE AN OVERHEAD PROJECTOR FOR THE DAY
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Create the illusion of a console table in a small entrance of hallway and then pop on a few decorative accessories to refresh and add colour to the space.
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floating shelf with screws table design (on following page) overhead projector A4-sheet acetate thin-tip permanent marking pen paint in the colour of your choice artist’s paintbrushes drop sheet spirit level masking tape HB pencil
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1. Print out the table design template on the following page. Trace the design onto a sheet of acetate with a marking pen. 2. Project the design onto the wall with an overhead projector and set the image so it is the correct size (that is, the ‘table top’ is as long as your floating shelf) - or draw your design freehand. Use a spirit level to make sure that the image is straight. GOOD TO KNOW Look in the Yellow Pages for places that hire out overhead projectors. You can also ask your library or a conference centre if you can rent one from them.
3. Draw the design with pencil onto the wall. Switch off the projector and check that you have drawn the entire design. TIP Stick masking tape on the line where you are going to place the floating shelf; the tape will also help you to paint a straight line. 4. Now you can start painting. Place the drop sheet on the floor and paint all the outlines with a thin brush. Fill in the rest with a thicker brush. Keep a damp cloth on hand in case you paint over the lines and want to wipe the paint off. 5. Now paint on another two coats over the first one to make sure that the colour is solid. Leave to dry properly. 6. Drill holes for the floating shelf, insert nylon walls plugs and screw the shelf in place. 51
As the weather warms up - so do the kids. It won’t be long before they start asking “when can we swim?” Pop into your local Builders Warehouse and grab some PVC pipe from the plumbing section to make this handy towel rack. It’s affordable and simple to make and perfect for drying wet towels! All you need for this PVC pipe towel rack are some lengths of 50mm PVC pipe, elbows, 3-way and T-joints. 1. Measure up and cut the pipe to the desired height and width that you want for your towel rack. You can make the rack as large or as compact as you wish. On these pages we have two different models, one that has four hanging, and the other with 6 hanging rails.
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2. Start off by cutting two pipes to the desired height and width. This will require 2 upright supports [A] and however many cross supports [B] you need. Sections [C], [D] and [E] to fit with your design. 3. Cutting sections can be done with a hacksaw, saw, or with a jigsaw. You can leave the sections unglued for easy disassembly, or glue together with PVCweld adhesive.
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1. Assemble the box by attaching the front and back to the sides using wood screws. The size of the box is determined by whatever tank you will be using to hold water.
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2. Spray the inside of the box with Rust-Oleum Leak Seal. This rubberized spray covers gaps and will protect the inside of the box from water damage. Apply a second coat once the ďŹ rst coat is completely dry. 3. On the top front panel measure and mark out the opening for where the container will be mounted to pour water into the tank. I am using an ice-cream container and measure to allow for the width and height. Drill 10mm holes with a drill bit to be able to insert a jigsaw blade to cut out.
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4. Create a small shelf at the back of the top panel. Cut a piece of pine to the width of the opening and about 100mm long. At one end cut a 15-degree bevel. This will allow you to mount the shelf at an angle. Screw through the front at an angle to attach the shelf. 200mm
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5. Assemble the top panel by screwing the sides to the front section. 6. Spray the inside of the top panel with two coats of Rust-Oleum Leak Seal. 7. Once dry, place the top panel onto the frame and attach with screws through the back panel into the sides of the top panel.
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8. Shown left, you can see how the container sits on the angled shelf. 9. I cut the top edges off the container, cut out a section at the front for water ow, and drilled a hole to allow the water pipe to ďŹ t through. Add silicone sealer around the pipe to ensure that it angles down into the container.
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steel angle braces 10. To make the shelf for small plants, cut a piece of pine or scrap timber to size and use steel angle braces to secure inside the top section. Make sure to allow enough space for the container.
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11. To seal off the edges and ensure nothing falls through, line the shelf area with landscape fabric, or any thin fabric. 12. Spray the fabric and sides with RustOleum Leak Seal to seal off the plant shelf. 13. Now you are ready to start decorating the outside of your water feature. I used mosaic tiles placed around the top opening and around the edge of the main box. The tiles were glued in place with No More Nails exterior adhesive and then grouted to finish off.
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14. To finish off the outside of the box and protect from the elements it is essential to apply a sealer. I don’t recommend a varnish, as this will eventually crack. A sealer is absorbed into the wood and allows expansion and contraction. Apply 3 coats of sealer, or follow the manufacturer’s instructions. 15. Time to fit the container, place the water pump in the main tank, ensure that the power cord is safe, and plug in.
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Front and back view of the water feature.
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DIY DIVAS WORKSHOPS TO LAUNCH IN NEWCASTLE To coincide with the opening of Builders Warehouse in Newcastle, Claudette and Jade attend a series of workshops to build up their skills for presenting DIY Divas workshops.
As the new store moves towards completion, Claudette and Jade came up to Joburg for an intensive couple of days for hands-on training in a variety of DIY topics.
These two ladies will be heading up the DIY Divas Workshops in Newcastle in the near future, once the store is up and running. Visit the www.DIY-Divas.co.za website in the next couple of months to book your place at these workshops.
Workshops on offer will include: - Beginners Power Tools - Beginners Woodwork - Advanced Power Tools - Painting Techniques and more
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Nancy and I have been busy again!! This time we were shooting an insert for YOTV on affordable decorating ideas for kids’ bedrooms.
You cannot believe how many layers of makeup have to be applied before you’re ready to go before the cameras! My son is in the chair - he helped Nancy on location. Tyre wrapped with rope
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Taking inspiration from recent features on the Home-Dzine website, we made up a rope bedside table using a tyre, a curtain rail from a branch, a stool using an old suitcase, and painted up curtains and a duvet cover using single sheets, stencils and acrylic craft paint.
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More great projects for you to make and take home Beginners & Advanced Workshops Basic Electrical and Plumbing Workshops Basic Welding | Career Workshops Saturday & Sunday mornings from 09:00 to 12:00
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ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS USE YOUR BOSCH, SKIL OR DREMEL TOOLS TO MAKE, REPAIR OR INSTALL AND SEND US A FEW ‘BEFORE’ AND ‘AFTER’ PICS. THEN TELL US HOW YOU TACKLED THE PROJECT.
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