Weekend project
Looking for a quick weekend project to update your home? From mini room makeovers to super easy ways to upcycle furniture, these ideas are achievable for anyone with even the most basic of DIY skills.
Why not give one a go this bank holiday?
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Painted floorboards: an easy guide to getting that rustic look
You can make a big impact by simply painting floorboards – for just the cost of a little preparation and a pot or two of paint
By Lucy Searle •
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How to lime wood: everything you need to get that white wash effect
Want to know how to lime wood? Helaine Clare's simple, step-by-step instructions will help transform old wood furniture and exposed timber surfaces
By Helaine Clare •
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How to paint furniture
Learn how to paint furniture and give your old pieces a new lease of life with minimal fuss
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to design a mural: 10 steps to create a feature in any room
Looking for tips on how to design a mural? Follow our guide to create an impact in no time
By Lindsey Davis •
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DIY fireplace: how to transform your hearth using just paint
This Instagrammer's DIY fireplace upgrade is the perfect autumnal weekend project...
By Hebe Hatton •
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DIY fall wreath: how to make an autumnal centrepiece for your door
This DIY fall wreath is super easy to make at home; just follow our easy step-by-step guide
By Hebe Hatton •
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DIY kitchen cabinets – this super easy hack can be done in an hour
Looking to DIY kitchen cabinets? No paint, no mess, this simple idea will give your kitchen a cheap but very stylish update, in a hurry
By Hebe Hatton •
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This simple wall mural idea is the perfect project for the weekend
Create this wall mural idea in just five easy steps using things you probably already have at home
By Hebe Hatton •
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Looking for easy craft ideas? This DIY vase is stylish and super simple
We love finding easy craft ideas so we had to share this bang on trend upcycling project from Rust-Oleum
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to paint a room: top tips on painting walls, ceilings, woodwork and more...
Here's how to paint a room so that you get a professional finish every time
By Lindsey Davis •
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How to clean a fireplace
A real fire is a treat but causes wear and tear, so you need to know how to clean a fireplace if yours is to stay looking good
By Helaine Clare •
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Painting kitchen cupboards: top tips and ideas to makeover your kitchen fast
Painting kitchen cupboards can quickly (and cheaply) totally change the look for your kitchen – here's how to get it right
By Melanie Griffiths •
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5 expert upcycling tips you should read before you start a project
Not sure where to start when it comes to upcycling? We asked expert Max McMurdo for his best advice to help us all out...
By Hebe Hatton •
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9 easy photo wall ideas – to transform all your rooms this weekend
Let these super simple photo wall ideas inspire you to add colour and pattern to your home...
By Hebe Hatton •
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5 things to paint that you didn't know would transform your home
A shortlist of things to paint right now that you have probably always ignored...
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to restore garden statues
Garden statues are a beautiful addition to the garden. Find out how to give them a new lease of life with Helaine Clare's step-by-step guide to repairing garden ornaments
By Helaine Clare •
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This simple Ikea hack can upcycle old furniture using just wallpaper – genius!
Looking for a fab Ikea hack? This is one of the easiest and most effective we have seen in a long time...
By Hebe Hatton •
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Paint news! This NEW chalk paint is what trend-conscious homeowners should be decorating with
EXCITING NEW PRODUCT ALERT! Our fave furniture paint makers have just come out with a chalky wall paint! This is how to are going to be using it...
By Hebe Hatton •
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This outdated bathroom was updated using just paint – the results are amazing!
It's amazing what a tin of paint and a vision can do – here's how you can get the look...
By Hebe Hatton •
