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How To Be creative with your furniture & design your own

DIY HACKS We’ll help you look like a DIY master in your home

WHY DIY? The pros and cons of going it alone on your project

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Why DIY?

become a DIY master. But are you ready to DIY? From doing your own reno to staging your home to selling or renting your property yourself, this month we’re telling you how to DIY efficiently, safely and like a pro.

7 DIY Hacks

From paint to walnuts, YOU can become a DIY Master in your home with some of our favourite simple DIY Hacks to improve your space.

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By Jacqueline Ward, Island Property News

Ready to take on that project? This month is for you! Today’s world is all about “do it yourself” and many can become a DIY master. But are you ready to DIY? From doing your own reno to staging your home to selling or renting your property yourself, this month we’re telling you how to DIY efficiently, safely and like a pro.

You might ask…why bother doing it yourself? For many it’s a cost saving technique for other’s it’s a sense of pride and purpose they get from accomplishing a household task. But for whatever reason DIY can be empowering if you do your research and know what you are doing.

DIY HACKS Walnuts to fix wood scratches

Ice Cube Magic

Wine Rack Genius

Flip Flop Storage

Rubbing a walnut over scratches in your wood furniture can disguise dings and scrapes.

Place an ice cube on a carpet indentation and Let it melt.

Once the carpet is wet, use your fingers to fluff the flbers and the carpet back to normal.

Wine racks make great towel holders and provide an interesting look in your bathroom.

Use letter organizers to store flip-flops or flats and keep your closet organised.

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Why DIY The Pros & Cons

By Jacqueline Ward, Island Property News

A few weeks ago my partner and I spend hours at first the hardware store and then back at home trying to fix our dishwasher connection to our sink. Dismantling both, sizing parts, and doing some serious math and problem solving to create a fix that actually (and surprisingly) works.

Another time my partner insisted he could build his own ramp & stairway for our cats to climb rather than simply buy one at the pet store. After an afternoon filled with swearing and one or two bruised fingers we had a beautiful cat ramp to use.

This isn’t the first time we’ve taken it upon ourselves to fix or build something. But I often question why we do it? Do It Yourself seems like the best way to go. It’s not that hard right?! Why pay someone to do something when you can figure it out yourself? But DIY isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Not all DIY is simple.

If your relationship has ever teetered on the brink of trying to put together a sofa, you’ll know what I’m talking about. Is it really worth the time and energy? And worse, could a lack of experience cost you more down the road?

PROS:

Money Saver – There’s no doubt that DIY can save you some cash.

Especially for something that is minor or not seen, like shelves inside your cupboard, DIY can be a great alternative to spending money. Doable tasks like painting, cooking, or sanding are a safe bet to save.

Learn a New Skill – DIY can add to your arsenal of skills. The key is to start small and build up and not take on too much at one time. It’s much easier these days to get information on how to DIY

something and learn it. DIY doesn’t have to involve blood sweat and tears. Plus learning how to fix things instead of just replacing them is a safe bet.

Sense of Accomplishment – Feeling like you’ve achieved something is a great high. Do it Yourself does just that. You’ve figured it out, poured effort into it, and molded it to your will. Nothing feels as good as stepping back and seeing your hard work come to life.

CONS:

It Takes Time – Let’s be real, DIY can take a long time. When you’re not a pro it can take twice as long and become super frustrating.

One of the lures of DIY is how easy it looks. A one day project can turn into a 3 week fiasco. Martha or that Youtube video makes it look simple but it’s not necessarily true when you do it yourself.

Spending 4 hours on a cat ramp seems great but is that a good use of your time?

You are NOT a Pro – Sometimes a DIY project can cost you more in the long run. Taking on a project you don’t know enough about or taking on more that you can chew can mean a lot of risk for you or your home. Plumbing mishaps can lead to leaks and lets not even get into electrical. Be realistic about what you can and can not do.

Hiring a pro can save you money and a headache.

Eye’s are bigger than your wallet – It’s easy to get ridiculously carried away doing DIY. That simple shelving unit has turned into a tricked out entertainment unit with hidden panels and ambient uplighting. Going big means investing in supplies for something you may not end up giving up on or liking in the end. Like cooking a meal, sometimes it’s not worth it depending on how many materials you need to make something.

Hammer & Nails Solution

Paint Can Rubber Band

Mask the Paint Smell

Unique Chalkboards

Glue a magnet to the bottom of your hammer and keep nails easily at hand while you work on your project.

Place a rubber band around a paint can to wipe your brush and keep the paint off the side of the can.

Add some vanilla extract to your paint. It won’t effect the color but it will help mask the smell of paint fumes.

Turn an ordinary mirror into a spectacular chalkboard using chalkboard paint and a bold paint colour on the frame.

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BS&R How To:

Get creative with your furniture Expert Advice from BS&R Group

In case your significant other hasn’t already told you politely, we will: Just because you saw it on a DIY Pinterest page doesn’t mean it’s easy to recreate! Don’t misinterpret us, we very much enjoy when people get their hands dirty and attempt to build or refinish their furniture. Some of our clients have hidden woodworking talents that are only expressed during rare moments of free time blended with motivation. It’s not that we don’t want you to get involved, it’s that you are not involved enough!

are now going to build them a completely different door after they searched online and found their inspiration for a new door. This involvement led to a new lumber type, stain, sidelight design and hardware preference!

We’ve built countless pieces of custom furniture and architectural millwork, however it’s common for clients to not get overly involved in the creative process. We would like this pattern of behavior to change for two main reasons: 1) Because it’s fun! & 2) Because you will be even more attached to something you helped design.

There’s nothing we cannot build. Why limit yourself if you are looking to invest your own money into something? If buying a new dining table is going to cost you four figures, why not consider getting an estimate to build one from scratch? More often than not, an off-the-shelf option will never fully satisfy your practical and aesthetical needs.

We’ll give you a recent example: we have a client who needs a new entrance door. They were content with replacing the existing door with a like-for-like version until we planted the seed of creativity. We

“Do it yourself” and design your own piece…then trust the pros!

Work together with them to make your idea come to life. Have a say in all aspects of your piece and finish with something you love.

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