Home & Garden March 22

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Home & Garden FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2019

INSIDE: JO PULETUA’S INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS AND ADVICE

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INTERIOR STYLE

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JO PULETUA INTERIOR STYLE & DESIGN CONSULTANT AT HARII.COM.AU @HARII.BOHEME

We live in an era of mass consumerism. Our relentless pursuit of the latest fad products and upgrades means that we are accumulating more.

The likes of Organising Consultants are emerging as a response to this. They have been assisting in our plight to de- clutter and organise our lives and belongings, challenging us to use every nook and cranny in our homes more purposefully. Living with my family of five, I get it! So, to help you to de- clutter, I have curated a couple of simple and clever storage hacks that I hope you love just as much as I do!

SAVING HACKS pot and plant holder ($16.99) for a complete art and design organising system. By storing large portfolio folders and rolled up drawings in the SOMMAR planter box and placing scissors, tape, rulers and other smaller supplies in the SOCKER pot holder which can be hung on the sides, you have stylish, and easily accessible storage.

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to be stored below. HANDI HOME extendable, and self supporting rails are a great, cost effective way to achieve this. These and similar products like them can be found in Bunnings.

Dedicated school kit zone

up being time and cost consuming, so having a dedicated area for school and work belongings can definitely help.

We all know about peg walls and just how versatile they can be. This peg wall by Better Homes & Gardens is a fantastic example

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Planters with purpose

I just love the idea of using furniture and other household items in ways beyond what they were originally intended for. For example, Ikea’s SOMMMAR 2018 planter box system comes in two sizes 75cm x 27cm and 43cm x 15cm. Team with Ikea’s SOCKER Friday, March 22, 2019

I know, sounds ridiculous right?

For most of us, it’s ironic that the products that are essential to cleaning and sanitising are often the products that need the most organising! I just love the simplicity of domestic Goddess, Martha Stewart’s hack, where a simple rod installed into a storage cupboard serves as a space saver where sprays can be hung, allowing for more room for other items

Having three school aged boys, I know just how much of a mess they can create especially when it comes to school and sports gear.

Things go missing which can end

of the clever way in which peg boards can be used to organise your school and work belongings.

So, no more excuses for lost homework kids!

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For most home improvement projects around the home I am all for getting in and giving it a go, however, there are a few specialised areas that are best left to skilled and experienced professionals.

In my opinion rendering is one of those areas. Quite often DIYers underestimate the difficulty of the job and the consequences if done incorrectly. It can be a very costly mistake to fix.

Now having said that, rendering is a fantastic option if you are looking to refresh an older home and increase its value. It also improves on the waterproofing and fire rating.

I am a huge fan of acrylic renders.

They have become more popular

as they have superior water resistance, strength and require less time to dry and cure.

Because they are flexible, cracking is less likely to occur. Acrylic renders can also be applied over painted masonry surfaces as long as the paint is sound – be sure to check with the manufacturer. It does cost a bit more but I believe it’s well worth it.

A few points to check before beginning any rendering job either DIY or with a professional.

The substrate needs to be clean of any loose material and no crumbling mortar in the joints.

Any mould should be treated.

Very, very important is to be absolutely certain that the area is free of any dampness issues.

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Beautiful BATHROOMS Your bathroom plays a vital role in your daily life. It invigorates you in the morning and relaxes you in the evening. So, it’s important that your bathroom is not only functional but looks the part.

If your bathroom feels dated or in need of an upgrade, Methven has you covered with showers and accessories to instantly create a modern look.

“You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to spruce up your bathroom,”

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said Methven’s own licensed Plumber, Pino Tarquinio (pictured below).

“It can be as simple as screwing a new handset onto your existing hose outlet, or retro-fitting a new rail shower, hand shower or even a twin shower system for a touch of luxury.

“People automatically assume that installing a new shower is complicated and scary. But in most cases it’s really quite a

simple exercise. You can go from a traditional wall shower to a Krome Twin Shower System (pictured) in just minutes with little DIY skills.”

Here, Pino gives his top tips for anyone looking at updating their bathroom through a simple DIY shower installation: Preparation Before heading down to your local bathroom supplier or hardware store to pick- up your shiny new fittings, there are a few things you should consider first.

Firstly, measure the height of your current shower water outlet from the ground up.

“A typical Australian home has a shower outlet height of about 1800-1900mm,” said Pino.

“This will help you choose the new shower type and prevent any issues with it being too high or low once installed.

“You should also think about who will use the shower. If you have small children then you don’t want the shower too high, if the kids are using it too. In this case, a height adjustable shower like the Methven Aio Aurajet Twin Shower System is a good option that can be easily adjusted for maximum comfort, no matter whose turn it is.”

Once you have the measurements in hand you can start to

think about the type of shower to suit your requirements. There’s an abundance of different shower types to choose from across the Methven range.

“For a simple update to your existing shower I’d recommend a standalone handset that can be easily screwed on to replace your existing shower- head. The VJet Turoa shower handset is not only sleek and stylish but also provides a customisable shower experience with seamless transition from firm to gentle sprays,” said Pino.

Price range A new shower doesn’t need to break the bank. You can spend as much or as little as you want, there are options available in all types of configurations.

“When thinking about how much you want to spend, just be aware that as you go up in price the quality of the product increases and spray technologies like Satinjet, Aurajet and VJet are introduced. Design is important, but experience is worth investing in,” Pino said.

Look for showers which have long warranties like Methven’s Lifetime Replacement Warranty for peace of mind.

Tool kit To install a new shower or other bathroom fittings yourself, it’s Friday, March 22, 2019

ideal to have some prior handyman experience. Depending on the type of shower you choose you will need to have the following tools on hand: • Power drill with a Masonry drill bit or Diamond-tip drill bit (if you need to drill new holes in tiles) • Adjustable spanner • Screwdriver • Water spray bottle • Bathroom silicone/sealant • Teflon tape “Never use the hammer drill setting,” warns Pino.

“This type of drill setting acts like a jack-hammer and will shatter your bathroom tiles.”

Safety first Pino recommends setting down a drop- sheet or floor covering before the installation, to prevent any potential damage to the floor and also acts as slip protection.

This can be an old towel or blanket that you may have lying around the house.

“When using a power tool it’s always a good idea to have some level of eye protection just to be safe,” said Pino.

“Also double check that the taps connected to the shower are turned fully off before beginning the installation.”

Installation – the fun part!

“My number one rule is to read the instructions,” states Pino.

All Methven showers come with full DIY installation instructions and are complete with everything you need to fit the shower, eg.

Allen keys, screws and wall plugs.

After removing an old shower and sealing around the outlet, Pino also recommends resealing the raw pipework that comes out of the wall before fitting the new shower in its place.

“To do this, use a good amount of Teflon tape and in a clockwise direction wrap the tape around the pipe 8-10 times. When screwing the shower on, never rotate it backwards, if you do you must reapply the tape again so you don’t compromise the water-tight seal,” he said.

“If you’re drilling new holes into the wall make sure to spray the drill bit where it’s contacting the tile with the water bottle to keep the drill bit from overheating.

Don’t apply too much pressure on the drill as you could crack the tiles – take it nice and easy.”

Methven products are available through Bunnings Warehouse, Reece and plumbing stores and showrooms nationwide. Visit www.bunnings.com.au.

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