April 2010 Home & DIY Magazine
Contents
Build Your Own BBQ
A brick built BBQ is probably the easiest project for a beginner bricklayer and once complete it can be a real improvement to any garden. Not having to pull the BBQ out of the shed every time you want to use it is a real time saver and will encourage you to use it more often. Then there is the pleasure of telling friends and family that you made it yourself.
Putting Up Shelves
A simple job like putting up a shelf can seem daunting if you haven't tried it before, but a little bit of basic knowledge should be enough to turn a plain and boring wall into a useful and attractive space.
Essential Toolkit
You don't have to be an expert DIYer to need a toolkit, in fact most of us can at the very least use a screwdriver and a hammer, but you need to have them, to use them!
Paint Effects
Done well, a paint effect can give the impression something is much older than it is, turn chipboard into marble or turn a ceiling into a sky. The options are endless.
Alternatives To Curtains
Where heavy drapes or curtains were a good thing in the winter. In the summer they can become a dust trap and will block out the sunlight we do want.
Choosing a Garden Shed
Gardens sheds these days are so much more than simply a place to store the garden tools. They can be workshops, bike stores, potting sheds and even an office space. So choosing the right shed for your needs is all important
World Of Colour
Springtime is upon us, bringing with it colour and new life. The sunny days, blue skies, bright flowers and fresh, lively tones don’t need to be limited to the great outdoors.
Beauty
of Wax
Nothing beats real wax polish for giving both genuine shine and protection to wood surfaces – and Rustins, one of the best known experts in wood finishes introduces its new Premium Wax Polish. The new range of Premium Wax Polish is the perfect product to help wood furniture achieve an impressive classic sheen and glow, whilst protecting the wood.
Just as paintwork needs occasional freshening up, so does the wood around the home. Banisters, worktops and wooden furniture all benefit from oiling.
Wood
Treatment
Left to nature, your garden furniture and decking is sure to lose its original colour. Apply the right finish at the start of summer and enhance its looks and lifespan.
Home Office Outside The Home
Working from home is now not just the preserve of the self employed. More and more, the employed are bringing work home from the office or working from home ,even if it is on a part time basis. For many the garage or an outdoor shed can be transformed into a usable and comfortable work area with the minimum of time and money.
Outdoor Fireplaces
A fireplace in the garden can be the perfect antidote to a chilly summer evening and can even be used throughout the year for those of us who like to brave the elements. Add to this the fact that they are an attractive feature for a garden or decking area. Both stylish and practical must be the perfect combination for any purchase for the home.
Latest Kitchen Gadgets
While few of us can claim to be a whizz in the kitchen, we still love the idea of using the latest shiny toy to make the job just that little bit simpler.
Buying A Hot Tub
Whatever your reason for buying one, a hot tub can be confusing purchase. With so many brands and types available it is a difficult decision to make.
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