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Smart Home How to install a swann smart security camera Once you have chosen the best locations for your Swann Smart Security Cameras, you’re ready to install. You can either screw them in position or stick them to the wall. Here’s how to do it.

Smart Home How to install and set timers on a smart irrigation system for your garden Bluetooth irrigation timers can give you total control and help you become water efficient. See our guide here on how to setup a smart irrigation system today.

Smart Home Get smart by setting up a smart home What makes a home smart is the ability to operate wireless and wired devices connected to our home network via a smartphone, tablet or smart hub. This allows you to turn on lights, control power points, operate door locks, stream music to a speaker ...

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A deck with two outdoor wicker chairs sitting on top and a small palm in the background

Ideas & Projects How to get a relaxed, boho look both inside and out Look to the tropics for inspiration and fill your home with relaxed, boho elegance using white, natural materials and an abundance of greenery.

Saving Energy Reduce your power bills with solar energy Solar energy makes the most of our country’s long light-filled days and can even help reduce your power bills.

Planning & Projects How to decide on a kitchen layout From a straight line to an embracing U shape, there’s a kitchen layout to suit every space and every family

Living Room Make a boho inspired ottoman out of a tyre and rope Upcycle a used tyre with on-trend sisal rope to create a stylish and sturdy ottoman.

Kitchen

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Ideas & Makeovers How to give your kitchen a makeover on a budget How to give your kitchen a makeover on a budget.

Ideas & Makeovers How to create a monochromatic styled kitchen A monochrome palette and sleek surfaces characterise the thoroughly modern revamp of this kitchen.

Planning & Projects Kitchen cabinet makeover Do tired cupboards let your kitchen down? A cabinet refresh is an uncomplicated job that can totally transform your space.

Planning & Projects How to plan and organise your pantry A well-planned pantry is a cook’s best friend – and might even slash your grocery bills.

Paint

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Guides & Projects A–Z of painting terms Painting is the easiest way to transform your home. Knowing the terms associated with painting will help you get the right products and tools to give you professional results.

dining room with different paint surfaces

Guides & Projects Specialty paints for every surface There’s a paint for every surface and a textured effect for every mood, creating endless transformation possibilities.

Guides & Projects Why grey paint is the ultimate neutral Once considered conservative, grey has cemented its place as the ultimate neutral, able to imbue a room with equal amounts of warmth and glamour.

Verticle grey and white striped wallpaper in a living room

Wallpaper How to work wallpaper into the home Wallpaper is a speedy, fashion-forward solution to fixing dull and dreary walls.

Kids

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Craft How to build a kids workstation Give the kids their own workstation with space for craft and homework essentials and keep the chaos contained – or even steal it for your own office.

Craft How to make a height chart This colourful height chart is a great way to record your children’s milestones.

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Craft How to make a wind chime In this video, Kirstie is going to show you how to make a wind chime. They’re a great way to decorate your garden or patio and you’ll love the sound it makes.

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Toys D.I.Y. toddler activity board This easy-to-make activity board will have your kids playing outside and creating their own works of art.

Planners & Calculators

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Planners & Calculators Kitchen Planner Find out everything you need to know to start building your ideal kitchen and design online.

Planners & Calculators Flooring Calculator Calculate the area of your floor and how much flooring will cost with the flooring calculator from Bunnings. Visit our site today for more DIY advice!

Planners & Calculators Paint Calculator - How much paint do I need? Use our online paint calculator to help determine how much paint you will need to complete a room.

Planners & Calculators Colour Planner Use our colour planner to help you make sure all your colours works together.