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How to Create a Gallery Wall Without Damaging PlasterA well-styled gallery wall can transform a hallway, lounge or stairwell into a personal statement, and many Australian homeowners are rediscovering the joy of…
Measuring a Room for New Flooring: A Homeowner's Step-by-Step GuideAustralians tend to approach flooring decisions the way they approach a weekend reno: with optimism, a decent tape measure, and the can-do attitude that…
Stylish window treatment ideas for sliding patio doorsSliding patio doors have become a defining feature of modern Australian homes, particularly in coastal suburbs from Sydney's Northern Beaches to the breezy…
Restoring an antique dining table: when to paint and when to stripAn old dining table carries more than meals. It holds the rings of family life, the scorch marks from a forgotten trivet, the soft dimples where elbows have…
How to pick a rug that handles heavy foot trafficAustralian homes are made for living. From the sand tracked in from a weekend at Bondi to the daily stampede of kids, dogs, and houseguests moving between the…
How to Arrange Furniture in a Long Narrow LoungeA long, narrow lounge can feel awkward when every piece of furniture is pushed against the walls. The room may have generous floor area, yet still seem cramped…
The Best Paint Colours for an Open Plan Kitchen DinerAn open plan kitchen diner needs a colour scheme that feels cohesive from the cooking zone to the dining table, living area and, in many Australian homes, the…
A practical guide to LVT flooring for bathrooms and wet roomsLuxury vinyl tile (LVT) has become a popular choice for Australian bathrooms, ensuites and laundry areas because it combines realistic timber or stone visuals…
How to Mix Metal Finishes in a Living Room Lighting SchemeA living room rarely contains just one metal. A brass floor lamp may sit beside a black coffee table, while chrome hardware appears on a media unit and a…
How To Choose Bay Window Blinds Without Losing LightChoosing blinds for a bay window without losing natural light requires more thought than selecting a colour from a sample book. A bay may face several…