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BUILD THIS RELAXING
PLUS CONCRETE ESKY AND BARBECUE BENCH
AUSTRALIAN
DIY MADE EASY
DAY BED
MAKE THROW-AND-GO SHELVES TO FREE UP THE FLOOR
SORT THE GARAGE
DIY OR ? Y U B G I B E SAV
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FUN AND FAST SILK SCREEN TECHNIQUES
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! Deck the courtyard in a day ! Install a pond in a box ! Rescue weathered furniture
OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS
SPACE MAXIMISER
A picture frame turns into a dining table, page 50
DO IT NOW GARDENING
GROW FRANGIPANIS PLANT BEANS ZAP APHIDS
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a room 62 Divide for extra storage
a concrete 30 Build barbecue bench
Build
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16 desiGneR day Bed

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Enjoy the ultimate in backyard relaxation with this outdoor sofa
22 sUmmeR pRints
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Create decorative cushions using screen printing techniques
29 modeRn livinG
Use concrete to add an industrial look to your entertaining area ConCrete bbq benCh for outdoor cooking with style ConCrete CooLer keeps drinks chilled and mobile
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Decorate
49 space saveRs
Make the most of small spaces with three clever ideas drop-down piCture tabLe combines art with function two-drawer Coffee tabLe features smart built-in storage armrest tray stores drinks and snacks with no need for a table
cover photography Chris L Jones styling gema beneitez
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38 Revive GaRden FURnitURe

Extend the life of timber, wicker and metal tables and chairs
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44 Relax oUtside
Spend more time outdoors with a designer setting for any budget
Handy stUFF
DIY ways to save money
14 BUyeRs GUide
Multipurpose painting tools
62 veRsatile wall
Put up a partition to mount a TV screen and extra shelves
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garden 132 Stop pests
91 PRUNERS aNd CULTIVaTORS

up 122 Brighten the garden
Keep plants trimmed and improve garden soil
Renovate
66 bye bye bungalow
A 1930s home is reborn with an extra storey and modern ideas
Outdoor
100 ponD in a box
Build an above-ground fishpond with a decorative trellis
Garden
116 tHis montH
Get the garden ready for the hot summer months
74 from poky to pristine

How to transform a cramped courtyard with decking
106 lay timber eDging

Create a garden border using treated pine sleepers
118 fragrant frangipani

Bring the tropics to your garden with this attractive flowering tree
122 classic clivias
Workshop
80 towering genius
Keep your garage neat and tidy with a clever tub storage system
Add a touch of spring colour to a shady corner of the yard
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Sow seeds now for a summer crop of these versatile vegies
84 tHrow-anD-go
storage bins
132 eraDicate apHiDs

Stop these tiny terrors in their tracks to protect spring growth
Organise your sporting gear and keep clutter at bay
134 planting a ponD

Choose the right aquatic plants for a healthy water garden
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On page 91, our feature on pruners, tillers and mulchers illustrates what the different machines are capable of, whether powered by battery, electricity or petrol, plus what you can expect to pay.
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Water feature
An ornamental pond filled with fish brings a sense of tranquillity to an outdoor space, but the sheer amount of work involved in digging the hole would put most of us off having one. Not any more. Weve come up with an easy way of installing a small pond and water feature by putting it in an elevated box, from page 100. Its a neat and ingenious solution that takes only about two days to complete and will turn your yard into the kind of peaceful haven youll want to linger in for longer this summer.
SMALL SPACES
When your home is small, arranging furniture can be a challenge, so we have come up with three space-saving tables. My favourite is the picture frame that converts into a table. Yes, you read that correctly! Its on page 50.
SUPER STYLIN
Its time for relaxing outdoors and we have a bunch of great ideas you can DIY to give your yard a facelift. Handyman contributor Gema Beneitez silk-screened her own designs for the day bed cushions on the cover, creating instant eye candy. We show you step by step how to decorate fabric, timber and even a wall hanging. Tina Hutton got creative with concrete and the results are fantastic, including a barbecue bench and a portable drinks chiller. We hope you enjoy all the outdoor projects and inspiration in this issue.
hen youre walking down the tool aisle in a hardware store, do you find the sheer number of products overwhelming? Handyman is here to help. Every month we assemble buying guides to help you select what you need. This time were focusing on painting tools. Some of them cost only a couple of bucks but can do up to seven tasks, helping you save time and achieve a professional finish. Check them out on page 14. Every issue our tool section helps you pick the right equipment with a guide divided into usage criteria. After we explain the features of these tools and how to use them, we list a selection to choose from.
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switch to these DiY options to slash hundreds of dollars from common household expenses
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Dream steam
So much dirt on your windows it looks like night time? Take down window grime with the Karcher 3.6V Window Vacuum Kit, $88. It takes care of the whole job without any mess or elbow grease for a professional clear finish. Cleaning your windows yourself once a month instead of hiring a pro tallies up to $1590 saved each year. karcher.com.au
Home foam
Uncover the original colour of your carpet in two simple steps with Long Life Carpet Foam, $7 for 500g. Just spray it over your carpet then simply vacuum after the foam has lifted the dirt. Doing this yourself every six months keeps professional carpet cleaning costs down, putting an extra $280 back in your pocket every year. bunnings.com.au
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FFnd new and cHeatFve ways to keep the house clean and save money.
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New KALEIDO Self Styled Outdoor Umbrellas
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ONE UMBRELLA, MANY POSSIBILITIES

Why are all outdoor umbrellas the same when they could be individual, brilliant and spectacular. Introducing the new Kaleido umbrella range where you can select your heavy duty frame in wood or metal and a UV resistant canopy. Its one umbrella with many possibilities, so you can express yourself while you protect yourself.
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Thats what we call INSPIRED OUTDOOR LIVING!
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Handy stuff
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Mix on the move

Save time and money by making your own smoothies at home with the Kambrook Blitz2Go, $50. Its 300W motor blends the smoothie right in the bottle quicker than it takes to queue up at the juice bar in rush hour. Blend a brekkie smoothie at home instead of picking one up on the way to work and youll save $1615 a year. kambrook.com.au
Heaven is not having to choose between good coffee and new shoes.
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If your tap water tastes like it came from the pool, try the Brita Navelia 2.3L Filter Water Jug, $20. The Navelia uses Maxtra filters to taTe out the nasties and is designed to fit in a fridge door. Foregoing plastic bottles in favour of filtered water not only helps the environment, it will also save you $718 a year, based on 600ml a day. brita.com.au
Struggle to function without your morning coffee? Then get your caffeine hit before you head out the door with the Breville Oracle Espresso Machine, $2500. An inbuilt grinder, self-tamper and auto steaming wand will deliver cafe-quality coffee to your Titchen each morning, saving you $125 a year over the two-year warranty. breville.com.au
Brain juice
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Cut the fuzz

Are you one of those blokes who hates going to the barber? Take control of your cut with the VS For Men i-PRO Intensive Clipper, $130. Create your own hairstyle or use it to sculpt your facial hair during Movember (au.movember.com). Based on a six-weekly professional haircut costing about $25, youll save $95 in the first year alone. vsformen.com.au
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find your signature style and support mens health this Movember by cultivating a glorious tache.
Less dough
Cook your own pizza at home in less time than it takes to deliver one with the Amalfi Family Pre-Built Pizza Oven, $1699. Fully assembled and rendered on delivery, it comes with a powdercoated door and alloy paddle. Making two pizzas each week from your own ingredients will save you $397 on pizza deliveries each year over the ovens five-year warranty period. woodfiredovens.com.au
Happy hour
Save money and enjoy tap beer at home with the Tap King Dispenser, $33. Choose from six popular beers, starting at $33 for a 3.2L twin pack. If you drink two scIooners at Iome on week nigIts instead of at tIe pub, your wallet will be $2447 Ieavier eacI year. CIeers. tapking.com
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INTRODUCING THE NEW RYOBI 36V GARDEN RANGE.
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buyers guide
Never let a finger cramp get in the way of an even paint job again. Uni-Pro Trigger Grip, about $4, upgrades a spray can into a spray gun for greater control. The lightweight, moulded plastic handle also gives you better grip, so that when youve finished, you wont be left splattered with paint. Before repainting a room, get rid of flaking paint, patch up the plaster and fill holes with putty using the Uni-Pro 3 in 1 Patcher, about $10. Crafted from stainless steel this tough, double ended all-rounder is a scraper, patcher and trowel. So whatever the paint prep job, this tool has it covered. Beat the clock with the Painters Assistant Multi Purpose Tool, about $2. It makes painting fast and easy with its eight applications, which include a pot handle, brush holder, paint tin opener, ladder can holder, belt clip and putty knife. It also scrapes off excess paint from rollers and brushes.
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Scrape, seal, fill and prep walls and windowsills for painting with these multipurpose tools
Tackle crumbling grout or old sealant with the Painters Partner 4 Piece Silicone Tool Kit, $2. Theres a tool for every step, including a scraper to remove damaged or mildewed sealants in joints or tiles, and silicone edges to trim excess sealant for a smooth, even finish.
Forget fumbling in your toolbox and fix up the bathroom in record time with the Uni-Pro Multitool Genius 7 in 1, $8. Rip out nails, scrape bubbled paint and remove aged grout or sealant with this ergonomic tool, then patch up holes, re-grout tiles or clean paint off your roller with it as well.
Dripped so much paint on the floor it resembles a Jackson Pollock? Next time, use the Magnetic Paintbrush Holder, about $4. It clips to the edge of the paint tin and holds the brush when youre not using it, directing drips back into the can. Also use it to open paint tins or clamp drop sheets in place.
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Build a luxury sofa to invest in some serious relaxation this summer
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Joining legs to rails is a complex task, but weve made it simple by building each leg from an outer and inner piece. The inner leg is shorter by 90mm, equal to the width of the rail. This allows the base rail to sit on the inner leg and finish flush with the outer leg. Cut the components with a sliding compound mitresaw, cutting 45 opposing mitres on the baseplates, base rails and top rails, and mitring the upper end of the uprights. For a professional finish, fill the screw holes with two-part filler and sand with 120 grit abrasive paper before painting. We used matt black acrylic for an oriental look.
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arden dining settings and deck chairs have their place, but nothing tempts you outside like the prospect of a peaceful afternoon curled up on a supremely comfy, well-built day bed. This simple project might be the most luxurious outdoor furniture you will ever own. It is built from primed H3 LOSP (light organic solvent preservative) finger-jointed pine, and is designed to fit a single mattress. The timber is weatherproof but the mattress needs to be stored undercover. If youd prefer to leave it exposed to the elements, alter the dimensions to fit an outdoor mattress of your choice. tiP If you prefer a natural timber finish you can use hardwood instead of treated pine, but it will cost a lot more.
Fasteners
Use 65mm x 10g treated pine screws for the base frame, legs and centre rail. Attach the slat supports to the baseplates with 32mm x 8g screws. Secure the slats with 40 x 2mm nails, and use number 20 biscuits in the mitred baseplate joints to keep them all flush.
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To get the look, turn to page 22 to decorate the cushions and side table, adding outdoor lanterns and candles from Bunnings for ambience.
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side base rail
front base rail
offset screws outer leg
base rail centre base rail inner leg
5mm hole
baseplate
Make the base frame
Drill 5mm clearance holes through each inner leg then secure to the outer leg using adhesive and screws. Assemble the mitred base frame by drilling clearance holes through all pieces, offsetting the screw positions so the mitred joints are pulled tightly closed.
Attach the legs
Clamp the centre rail in position then secure using adhesive and two screws at each end. Use adhesive and screws to attach the legs to the base rails 400mm in from the ends. TIP Slightly recess the screw heads so they can be filled over.
Secure the baseplates
Assemble the mitred joints of the baseplate frame using biscuits or dowels and leave to dry. Position the baseplate frame with even overhangs on the base and leg assembly then drill 5mm clearance holes through the baseplates and secure with screws.
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feed direction slat roundover bit
slat support slat impact driver
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Prepare the slat ends
Set up a trim router with a 5mm roundover bit and adjust the depth to match the existing radius at the edges of the timber. Rout the slat ends, working in the correct direction of feed by moving the router from left to right. Seal the raw ends with primer.
Add the slat supports
Drill 4mm clearance holes through the slat supports at 200mm centres. Secure two of them to the baseplate frame with adhesive and screws, flush with the underside. Centre the third slat support along the centre base rail, securing with adhesive and screws.
Attach the slats
Arrange the slats roughly over the slat supports then use offcuts of 66 x 30mm timber to space the slats evenly. Start from the centre slat and work towards the sides, securing with adhesive and two nails skewed through each end of the slat.
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Keeping the baseplates flush
To keep the mitre-joined baseplates flush and neat, we used exterior PVA adhesive and number 20 biscuits. Biscuits are oval-shaped fasteners made from pressed beech, and they are available in three different sizes.
BIscuIT joIneR
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CUT TWO BISCUIT SLOTS in each mitred end of the baseplates. Take extra care not to make the slots too close to the lonT point of the mitre so that the blade doesnt breach the outer face of the baseplates.
APPLY AdheSIve in the biscuit slots and over the entire surface of both mitres. Insert the bisIuits into the slots and press the two mitred ends toTether. ReinforIe eaIh Point with two sIrews.
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Make the back and sides
Build the side frames by securing the uprights to the rails with adhesive and screws. Assemble the back frame by attaching the trimmers and centre upright to the back centre rail then secure the uprights, and back, top and lower rails with adhesive and screws.
Secure the frames
Measure and mark the position of the back frame on the baseplate frame so the lower rail is centred over the base rail. Attach one side frame then the back frame and the opposite side, using screws to secure the frames to the baseplate and one another.
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BaCk lOwer raIlS
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Cutting list
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The pet lovers way to compost pet poo

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The Pet Poo Composter the stylish way to turn your pet droppings into great organic fertiliser.
The easy way you can make a difference, with amazing results Turn your pets poo and kitchen scraps into rich organic fertiliser Reduce your dogs carbon paw print and help your environment
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TEXTILE WORKSHOP
SUMMER pRintS
Create decoratCve cushCons, furnCture and wall art usCng sCmple screen prCntCng technCques
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creen printing is an affordable way to personalise cushions and furniture, or create an original wall canvas. The process involves using specialised ink, stencils and a mesh screen to apply a design to a surface. Buy a screen printing kit from an art shop, or make one using silk mesh and a timber frame. For a budget option, buy a blank 300 x 400mm canvas, about $10, and remove the fabric. Cut silk mesh to size 50mm larger than the frame. Pull the mesh taut over the sides, then attach it at each corner and at 10mm intervals with staples. Make your own stencils using contact paper or masking film. TIP Apply acrylic varnish along the joint to seal the edge and use duct tape to make a neat border.
Decorating a storage cube

Screen printing is normally used to apply stencil designs to fabric, but the technique can be used to decorate other surfaces. Flat-packed storage cubes can be purchased for about $20. Use a wicker basket as a drawer to create a versatile side table. TIP Screen print the panels before assembling the cube.
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applying primer to the melamine panels prior to screen printing. n PRInT THE dESIgn on the panel by attaching the stencil to the screen printing frame and applying water-based paint with a squeegee. n ASSEmbLE THE cubE by following the instructions, then seal the surface with clear varnish.
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Summer-themed printed cushions work well in an outdoor living space.
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cushion cover masking film
Create the stencil
Trace the design for your stencil onto the back of a sheet of acetate masking film using a pencil, then cut out using a craft knife. Keep in mind that the ink will be applied to all areas except the masking film stencil.
Prepare the frame
Trim the masking film to the exact dimensions of the frame, then secure the stencil to the screen on the outside of the frame, positioning it so that the design is centred and there are no gaps between the stencil and the edges.
Position the screen
Lay the cushion cover flat on a table with the side that is to be decorated facing upwards. Position the screen on the cushion with the outside of the frame facing down, ensuring the design is centred.
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spatula frame stencil pigment ink squeegee cushion cover
printed area
Add the ink
Place several spoonfuls of pigment ink inside the screen, just outside the stencil area, leaving enough space for the squeegee between the ink and the frame. Smooth the ink into a thick line across the screen using a spatula.
Apply the design
Grip the frame tightly with one hand and use the squeegee to firmly push the ink from one side of the screen to the other, keeping the squeegee at a 30 angle and maintaining constant pressure.
Remove the frame
Hold the cushion cover down with one hand and carefully lift up one edge of the frame, then the other. Allow the ink to dry on the cushion where it is. Remove the stencil and wash the mesh using cold water.
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Making pattern stencils
To make a stencil, draw your own design or trace a pattern using tracing paper and transfer onto masking film. If usiIg a priItout or a photocopied patterI, Io traciIg is required. Youll Ieed a craft kIife or scalpel aId a cuttiIg mat, about $25, from aI art shop.
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a cuttiIg mat, theI put the maskiIg film oI top, securiIg both with maskiIg tape. Carefully cut out the areas of the patterI to be priIted usiIg a craft kIife.
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3 paint the stencil oIto the cushioI cover by layiIg l a liIe of iIk aloIg oIe edge of the frame aId pushiIg it to the other side usiIg a squeegee. For iItricate patterIs, practise oI a scrap piece of fabric first.
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GARDENA Water Controls. Organised and managed automatic watering.
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Transform an outdoor room with a canvas artwork created using screen printing techniques. If you already have a screen printing kit, you simply need to buy a blank canvas to create original wall art on a DIY budget. To make the stencil for a large canvas or wall hanging, use self adhesive paper, such as Contact. When using this method to paint a canvas, limit yourself to four or five colours, and consider using an online palette generator like colourlovers.com to take the guesswork out of choosing which colours work best together. Use acrylic paint for both the background and the stencil, but dilute the background colours with water for a soft effect that wont compete with your design. Apply the darkest colour for the stencil pattern. TIP Allow the background paint to dry before screen printing.
For large canvases like this, use adhesive paper to make the stencil.
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Use a wide brush to paint vertical and horizontal lines on the canvas at staggered intervals, allowing the paint to dry between layers. Keep in mind that the top layers will be the more dominant colours on the canvas.
Make the stencil
Sketch the design of the stencil on a sheet of self adhesive paper using a pencil, then cut out with a craft knife. Peel the backing from the paper and apply the stencil to the outside of the screen printing frame.
Apply the design
Lay the canvas flat on the table, then position the frame over the canvas with the outside face down. Apply a thick line of acrylic at one end of the frame, then spread the paint across the screen using a squeegee.
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How to reduce your energy bill with Philips LED globes

Are you struggling with the rising costs of electricity? One of the simple ways to reduce energy in your home is to review the lighting in your home.
LED light globes are an ideal solution providing: Energy savings of up to 75% when compared to halogen globes Set and forget LED globes offer very long life times of up to 15,000 hours Instant light output when switched on LED globes offer a great look and feel light effect With over 100 years of experience in lighting Philips is a reliable and trusted brand providing a lifetime of comfort. Available now from $9.99 RRP
Energy Saving Comparison Example

Eco-halogen Lifetime of LED globe up to LED wattage replacement* This will use You will save approximately** 42 15,000 10 76% $144.57 Watts Hours Watts Less energy per lamp
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Guide only.Actual light output may not be equivalent Based on an energy tariff of $0.28215/kW hour (including GST) Calculations include cost of all globes
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Use concrete to give your outdoor entertaining area an industrial look
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concrete bbq bench

this durable construction material is ideal for building an outdoor trolley
DiY> $425
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To make the benchtop, you need eight 20kg bags of concrete. Pour concrete into the formwork and let it cure, then remove the screws and tap the side boards away with a rubber mallet. Gently tap the side to break the bond with the plywood. Get at least two people to help you turn it over lengthways, using plywood to support the top along its length or it will crack. Lift the slab into position, apply construction adhesive generously to the frame and slide on the benchtop. Ensure the overhangs are even, then let the adhesive cure for 24 hours.
HAve it Done for $825
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oncrete is becoming more and more popular as a domestic finish, with wet-look floors, benchtops and other surfaces adding a sleek look to modern interiors. The cool, industrial grey of this reinforced concrete bench is warmed by the treated pine frame. The storage shelf is made from cypress decking, and it has castors for manoeuvrability.
Smoothing the surface

Using film-faced plywood for the formwork will result in a very flat and smooth benchtop. To iron out any imperfections, apply a skim coat of cement slurry and smooth the surface with a steel float. When the benchtop has fully cured, apply masonry sealer to make it resistant to water and staining.
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A timber bench with a concrete top offers a smooth surface for food preparation with built-in storage.
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pine formwork
screw
reinforcing mesh
timber offcut
silicone sealant
wet concrete mix
formwork
Assemble the formwork
To build the formwork for the benchtop, use 40mm x 8g screws to attach lengths of 140 x 19mm DAR pine to a 2400 x 600 x 17mm sheet of film-faced plywood. Position the ends between the sides and secure the butt joints with screws.
Add the mesh
Use bolt cutters or an angle grinder to cut reinforcing mesh to fit in the formwork, raising it on bar chairs so it is embedded with an equal thickness of concrete on both sides. Use a caulking gun to apply silicone sealant in the corners of the formwork.
Pour the concrete
Empty the concrete into a wheelbarrow and add enough water to make a wet mix that has the same consistency as mud. Pour the concrete into the formwork to 50mm deep and level with a timber offcut, then smooth the surface carefully using a steel float.
rail leg cuphead bolts castor
screw leg
trimmer trimmer
Build the three leg frames
Clamp the trimmers against the ends of each set of legs flush with the outside, securing with adhesive and 125mm x 14g bugle screws. TIP Dont centre the trimmers on the centre leg frame as it will force the rail bolts too close to the edge of the legs.
Secure the rails
Clamp the rails to the leg frames and drill clearance holes for 150mm x M8 galvanised cuphead bolts, securing with a socket wrench. Position the shelf slats on the base rails, spacing them with 2.5mm gaps, and secure with 40mm x 8g screws.
Complete the bench
Turn the bench upside down and on the end of each leg, drill pilot holes and secure the castors with the supplied screws. Turn the frame the right way up, remove the formwork from the benchtop and secure it using construction adhesive.
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measurements in mm
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concrete cooler
For a rock-solid drinks rider thats huge on thermal mass, you cant beat this icebox on wheels
diY> $165
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When the concrete is dry, which will take about two days, apply an epoxy based concrete sealant inside and out. This will stop the ice from being contaminated by dissolved minerals from the concrete, in case people add it directly to their drinks. The concretes high thermal mass means that once its been cooled by the
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he phrase heavy drinking takes on a whole new meaning with this durable concrete cooler box. With castors for mobility and an industrial finish, its a unique way to keep your guests refreshed. Use 16mm melamine sheet for the formwork and a holesaw to bore a hole for a 150 x 15mm threaded outlet pipe. To make the void inside the cooler, instead of building a negative form, take a shortcut by assembling a 670 x 345 x 300mm block of polystyrene insulation and pouring the concrete around and over it so the sides and base are about 50mm thick. Once the concrete has cured, simply dig out the polystyrene insert. To finish, a plywood base is embedded into the concrete and castors are secured, with a garden tap wound onto the threaded outlet pipe.
ice you pour into it, it will stay cold for a long time, keeping the interior temperature stable. This cooler is an open design, since a lid made out of concrete would be too heavy to handle. A matching lid can easily be made from butt-joined decking boards or plywood, and lined with a leftover piece of the insulation.
Adding the hardware

To enhance the industrial aesthetic of the chiller, choose an outlet tap with a polished chrome finish and heavy-duty castors.
Kinetic 15mm Chrome PlateK GarKen tap, about $10.
swiLel Castor, 63mm, about $7 each, from Bunnings.
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Build the formwork
Cut three pieces of 16mm thick melamine to 800mm wide x 445mm high, and two to 445 x 429mm to build the formwork box using 30mm x 8g particleboard screws. Use a drill with a 20mm holesaw to bore a hole centred about 150mm from the top of the box.
Assemble the insert
Use a caulking gun to apply silicone sealant into the corners of the formwork box. Cut polystyrene insulation into five 670 x 345 x 60mm pieces then use PVA adhesive to glue the stack together, and centre it in the formwork to create the void.
Install the outlet pipe
Using a utility knife, cut away a slight recess at the edge of the insert to house the end of a 150 x 15mm threaded pipe. Position the pipe in the outlet hole and seal off the end with heavy-duty tape to prevent it being clogged when you pour the concrete.
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Pour the concrete
In a wheelbarrow, make up a wet mix of concrete and shovel it carefully into the formwork, spreading it evenly around the insert. Tap the side of the formwork to expel air bubbles and keep filling until the concrete covers the outlet pipe by about 50mm.
Insert the base
Use a timber float to roughly level the concrete then cut a piece of 18mm thick exterior ply to 700 x 345mm and centre it carefully inside the formwork. Press down evenly until the plywood is embedded in the concrete, roughly flush with the surface.
Add the tap and castors
Let the concrete cure for 48 hours, then disassemble the formwork and dig out the polystyrene insert. Wind a chrome plated garden tap onto the threaded pipe and secure the castors to the underside of the plywood base using the supplied screws.
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Regular maintenance adds years to the lifespan of garden furniture.
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Restore your outdoor furniture in an afternoon with these easy techniques
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Keeping wicker furniture outside leaKes it exposed to full sun and water which degrades the weaKe. ProtectiKe coatings and natural oils become dried out, reducing the wickers resistance to the elements. Adding a protectiKe coat of timber Karnish is a simple way to extend the life of wicker furniture. It also adds
utdoor chairs and tables are often the hardest working pieces of furniture you can own, despite the fact that they usually only see use in the warmer months. Garden furniture is constantly at the mercy of the weather and takes a beating from rain, wind and sun all year round. Without
proper care your tables and chairs can begin to look shabby and neglected and will quickly deteriorate or even become dangerous. To avoid your outdoor setting being exiled at the next council clean up, set aside an afternoon to restore and protect your furniture so it will last for many years to come.
Protecting wicker tables and chairs

warmth to the fibres, giKing a fresh appearance that takes only a few minutes to achieKe. TIP First wasF tFe wicker in warm, soapy water and leaKe in tFe sun to dry.
Bondall Clear Timber Varnish 300g, $15. bondall.com
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SPRAy THE WICKER furniture witF at least two coats of clear timber KarnisF. Make sure you do it in a well-Kentilated area.
AFTER With a few coats of varnish, the wickers natural colour is restored.
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Stained timber furniture makes a fantastic addition to a backyard, but without proper care its colour will start to fade. Left to the elements timber furniture will eventually rot, becoming unsafe to use and tricky to repair. Restoring faded timber is simple and it only takes a few hours to make it look like new. Clean and protect your timber furniture twice a year in spring and autumn to keep it strong and looking great all year round.
cabots Jarrah Water Based GardeJ FurJiture Oil 1l, $31. Habots.Hom.au
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1 ScRuB iT clEan using a hard l bristled brush to remove any dirt clumps, leaves, twigs and cobwebs, then soak with a garden hose.
2 WaSH all SuRFacES using deck l cleaner diluted in water, focusing on gaps and joints. Rinse thoroughly with a hose and allow to dry.
3 pROTEcT THE TimBER by l applying at least two coats of garden furniture oil evenly onto all surfaces using a paintbrush.
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Coats of paint on metal furniture will flake and peel after a few years of wear and tear and exposure to sun and rain. This furniture set had multiple layers of paint, which were peeling to reveal the many colours it had been painted over the years. While removing flaking paint is essential, intricate designs make it harder to strip. Coating the metal with a bonding agent seals any flaking paint and rust to create a clean surface ready for painting.
Squirts Spray Paint 310S, $8. whitekniShtpaints.com.au
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3 FiniSH THE METAl with two coats l
Penetrol to all surfaces, including the underside of seats and tabletops, and allow to dry in the shade.
of exterior gloss enamel. Use spray paint on intricate designs, holding the can 300mm from the surface.
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With a hanging egg chair for relaxing and a bar-style setting for entertaining, you can turn any small space into an elegant hideaway.
MIMOSA DELUxE rESIN wIcKEr HANGING EGG cHAIr, $495 MArqUEE 3 pIEcE STEEL SLING BAr SETTING, $159
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Pairing steel curves with natural textures creates a sophisticated setting for any modern balcony or courtyard. The egg chair adds visual impact without taking up too much space. MIMOSA pArTY cOOLEr TUB wITH STAND, $29
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Make large family gatherings and backyard barbies much more comfortable by combining an ample-sized timber dining table with luxurious cushioned wicker chairs.
mimOsa sEviLLE TEaK TimbEr TabLE, $1499
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mimOsa pradO vinTaGE rEsin wicKEr cHair, $187 Wicker is a timeless and durable material that suits almost any patio or deck. Darker chairs work best with a lighter table, and colourful serving plates help to create a warm and inviting look with visual appeal.
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Bring a slice of the tropics to your backyard with a matching resin wicker bar setting for the deck and a sunlounge for the pool area.
GET THE LOOK

For a Bali-inspired backyard, contrast dark furniture with light coloured pavers and add exotic cushions and tropical plants for a splash of colour. Resin wicker is extremely durable, making it ideal for poolside applications.
mimOsA mAndALAy rEsin wicKEr bAr sETTinG, $399
mimOsA mAndALAy rEsin wicKEr sunLOunGE, $249
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Transform an ordinary patio into a comfortable and functional outdoor room to make every weekend feel like its a long one.
maTadOr 4 burnEr OuTdOOr KiTcHEn, $1599
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Spending more time outdoors can become second nature when you have a comfortable lounge setting for relaxing, and a large outdoor kitchen to make preparing, cooking and serving meals much easier.
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Maximise floorspace with three pieces of furniture you can build in a day
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drop-down picture table

construct a wall-mounted frame that folds out to create extra entertaining space when you need it
proJect JoHn boWler Main picture sue Ferris styling gemA beneitez
diy> $105
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orks of art are usually more decorative than functional, but this picture doubles as a practical piece of furniture. The top of the frame can be unclipped from the wall and drops down to provide a useful work surface, with the long stiles of the frame acting as legs for the table. When not needed it folds up out of the way, saving valuable floorspace. In its upright position, the top of the frame is at 1750mm from the floor, an optimal viewing height. When folded down, the 1000 x 600mm tabletop is a comfortable 750mm high.
with the 250mm short stiles secured to the underside of the tabletop. The 750mm long stiles are hinged to the front edge of the tabletop, and swing down to become the table legs. Finish the table in three coats of black satin paint for a dramatic look. To glaze the picture, cut a piece of transparent acrylic and slot it into the rebates of the short stiles. Drill two countersunk clearance holes 15mm in from the top corners and secure the top edge with screws. tip For safety, attach a desk stay to each leg and childproof cupboard catches at the top to hold the frame.
Using dowels
Dowels are short, grooved lengths of timber with a circular profile. Dowels are used to join pieces of timber together edge to edge, creating a stronger joint than one secured with adhesive alone. The grooves allow air to escape as they are driven in. To improve precision when drilling holes for dowels, use a brad-point bit and clamp a dowelling jig to the workpiece. Mark matching hole positions in the second workpiece using dowel centres for a perfect fit.
Fasteners
Use PVA adhesive and 50 x 8mm dowels to assemble the frame. Attach the piano hinges and the top of the acrylic with 12mm x 6g timber screws. Secure the bearer and the catches to the wall studs using 50mm x 8g timber screws.
duAl-purpose design
The tabletop is made from 16mm MDF while 90 x 19mm maple is used for the frame rails and stiles. After the frame is assembled it is cut into two sections,
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When not in use, the table tucks away as a decorative wall hanging.
Fold down the picture frame for a versatile table when guests arrive.
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Cut the tabletop
Clamp the sheet of MDF to a pair of sawhorses then use a circular saw and straightedge guide to cut the tabletop. Clamp the piano hinge in a vice and use a hacksaw to cut it into two 600mm lengths then clean up the cut edges with a file.
Prepare the frame
Use a mitresaw to cut the framing pieces to length. Square a line across the ends and face of the rails 20mm in from each edge then drill holes for 8mm dowels to 28mm deep using a dowelling jig for accuracy. Mark and drill corresponding holes in the stiles.
Assemble the frame
Sand the framing pieces with 180 grit abrasive paper, apply adhesive in the holes and on the end grain of the rails then insert the dowels. Assemble the frame and apply pressure to the joints with sash clamps. Remove excess adhesive and check the frame is square.
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spirit level
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tabletop bearer
Attach the legs
Rout a 3 x 3mm rebate around the inside of the frame using a straight cutting bit, square up the corners with a chisel then cut the frame into 750mm and 250mm parts. Align the leg frame flush with the tabletop, drill 1.5mm pilot holes and attach the hinge.
Mount the bearer
Attach the remaining frame section to the underside of the tabletop using adhesive. On the wall, mark a level line 750mm from the floor, then use a stud finder to mark the stud locations. Drill pilot holes and secure the bearer with screws.
Secure the tabletop
Attach the second piano hinge to the edge of the tabletop and the inside face of the bearer. Secure desk stays to the legs, fold the table into its upright position then mark the location for hook catches to hold it against the wall, securing them to the studs.
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For perfect preparation, Rocket sanding blocks have the flexibility to get into the hollows without rubbing down the high points of intricate timberwork. So for a first class finish on cornices, mouldings and skirtings, forget about rigid sanding blocks. Pop into the paint section at Bunnings for premium abrasives at affordable prices.
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two-drawer coffee table

Make a low-line timber table with built-in storage and castors to make the most of a compact living area
ProJect JoHN boWler MaIN PIctUre sUe FerrIs stylINg gemA beNeItez
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his space-saving coffee table is also a neat storage unit. It has open shelving for cushions or decorative items and two drawers to keep magazines, or to use as a place to hide the remote controls. Adding four castors to the base makes it easy to tuck the table out of the way when space is needed.
Measuring 720mm square the table stands 450mm high and has two shelves and two drawers that are reversed on opposite sides to make the assembly balanced and strong. The table is built from laminated pine panels with DAR pine used for the 250mm deep drawers and 3mm plywood for the drawer bases. Biscuits are used to join the parts of the table so no fasteners are visible once the table has been built. To finish the coffee table, apply two coats of clear polyurethane and add slimline handles to the drawer faces.
mAKe tHe DrAWers

The drawers are simply boxes assembled using screws with a face attached then runners secured to the sides. Drawer runners range in length and are supplied as two parts per side. They are easy to fit to box-style drawers. A gap of 12.5mm is needed on each side with one part secured to the drawer and the other to the table. You can find standard 250 to 550mm long runners at hardware stores. They are available powdercoated in black, white or cream and rated for a specific weight.
Using a biscuit joiner

A biscuit joiner is like a small angle grinder with a baseplate and sliding carriage. A tungsten-tipped blade cuts a curved slot into an edge or face of material to be joined in corresponding positions and heights. To hold the joints together, adhesive is applied to biscuits which are then inserted into the slots. tIp Biscuits come in three different sizes, numbered 0, 10 and 20.
Fasteners
Join the components of the table using number 20 biscuits and PVA adhesive. Attach the castors to the base of the table with 12mm x 8g timber screws. Use 32mm x 8g timber screws to make the drawer boxes and secure the drawer bases with 25 x 1.6mm flat head nails.
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biscuits biscuit joiner
straightedge circular saw
biscuit joiner
slots
divider
laminated pine
top
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Cut the panels to size
Mark the cut lines on the laminated pine panel and clamp a straightedge as a guide to cut the table parts using a circular saw, allowing for the width of the blade. Check for square with a builders square and combination square. Sand the cut edges smooth.
Make the biscuit slots
Set out five evenly spaced biscuit slots on the edges of the full end panel starting 75mm in from each end. Align the panel between the top and base to transfer the setout onto the inside faces. Adjust the biscuit joiner to cut in the centre and machine the slots.
Prepare the dividers
Clamp an offcut to the base to act as a guide for the lower divider. Set out five slots on the divider edges and transfer the setout onto the base and lower face of the shelf. Cut the slots then repeat for the upper divider. Cut the biscuit slots for the short ends.
masking tape
tabletop clamp
drawer base drawer front short end
table panel centre shelf masking tape short end base lower divider upper divider drawer back
roller
drawer side
Finish the inside faces
Dry assemble each biscuit joint and mark the outside face of each part on its corresponding component. Remove each and attach masking tape over the slots. Apply two coats of clear finish over all the inside faces of the table panels, sanding lightly between coats.
Assemble the table
Apply adhesive to the slots in the base, tap in the biscuits and position the lower divider, short end, full end and centre shelf then clamp. Position the upper divider, short end and tabletop then clamp. Wipe off excess adhesive and leave to dry.
Make the drawer boxes
Cut the drawer components and position the front and back between the sides. Secure with adhesive and screws. Attach a base to each box with nails. TIP These drawers will suit 250mm runners, allowing 12.5mm between each side and the ends of the unit.
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Secure the drawer runners to the base of the drawer boxes. Using a combination square as a guide, set the mating runner 22mm from the front edge of the short and full ends. Secure the runners through the pre-drilled holes using the supplied screws.
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Cut the drawer faces with a 3mm clearance on all sides. Drill 4mm holes through the drawer fronts and insert the screws so the tip just comes through. Position the drawers with the front on the face with even gaps, then secure the screws from the inside.
Secure the castors
Sand the table with 180 grit paper and apply two coats of clear finish using a roller. Turn the table upside down on a soft surface and position the castors in the corners, 30mm from each edge. Drill pilot holes and secure with screws, then add drawer handles.
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this mini table can hold a cuppa and a snack, as well as the remote control, while taking up hardly any room
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Plywood is a versatile material, with the grain of each successive ply or layer running perpendicular to the last. This allows it to be cut into irregular shapes without splitting along the grain. For furniture and pieces that will be on show like this tray, use quality plywood of at least BC grade. To make an armrest tray to match your lounge, measure the arm width and the drop down the side required for easy access to the storage tray. Next, draw a half-template grid that is easily reversed to make a full template, with the arm hook and storage tray the same width. tiP Test-fit the cardboard template on the sofa arm before you cut out the plywood, making sure its snug.
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offee tables are useful for drinks, books and remote controls but can take up a lot of floorspace, especially in a narrow room. An end table is a good alternative, but if squeezing it in means having a shorter sofa most of us would go without to be able to stretch out. The space-saving solution is to abandon traditional tables altogether in favour of a tray that is designed to fit over the armrest of a sofa or chair. It could be made industrially out of moulded plastic, sheet metal or steam-bent plywood but we simply used lengths of 8mm dowel and 18mm thick plywood finished with timber stain applied using a cloth. This armrest tray may look like a high-end designer homeware but its very quick and easy to make. And if you have plywood offcuts and stain left over from other projects, you just need to buy the dowels for $40. tiP A flat, square-shaped armrest works best for this type of tray.
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Enlarge the diagram, transfer it to cardboard, cut out and test the fit. Stack two offcuts of 18mm plywood cut roughly to shape, called blanks. Temporarily join the blanks with screws, attach the template using tape and trace it in pencil.
Drill the dowel holes
Use a centre punch to mark the hole locations for the dowels, remove the template and drill the holes with an 8mm brad-point bit, using a drill guide to ensure they are perpendicular. Work from both sides to minimise breakout. TIP You can also use a drill press.
Cut the tray sides
Clamp the blanks and cut out the sides with a jigsaw, using a drill and 25mm spade bit for the curves. Switch off the pendulum action and go slowly so you dont bend the blade. TIP Insert dowels in the curves to prevent shear movement.
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Use a belt sander to make the two clamped tray sides into perfect copies, then separate and round over the edges. Start with a random orbital sander then finish the details by hand. TIP Roll abrasive paper into a cylinder to round over the internal curves.
Cut the dowels
Gather the dowels into a bundle and tie tightly with elastic bands and masking tape. Use a mitresaw with a fine-tooth blade, and a stop block clamped at 340mm from the edge to cut the dowels. Let the saw spin up to full speed before cutting the dowels.
Assemble the tray
Insert the dowels in one side so they protrude about 15mm, leaving a few key dowels flush with the outer face. Align the other side, insert the key dowels and clamp the assembly. Apply PVA adhesive to the dowels and push them into place, fitting the key dowels last.
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install a floor-to-ceiling partition in a bedroom to hang a flatscreen tv and create extra hidden storage
uilt-in wardrobes provide plenty of bedroom storage, but can take up an entire wall, meaning hanging surfaces may be limited. Renovation expert Cherie Barber has cHerIe a simple solution to this problem that wont reduce floorspace. She recommends adding a stud wall to create two extra surfaces, one for mounting a flatscreen TV and one for shelving. TIP Choose a TV with a built-in DVD player to avoid excess clutter.
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between the studs at staggered heights between the top and base plates using screws. Add extra noggins for the TV bracket. n secure THe FrAMework by attaching the top and base plates to the floor and ceiling joists using screws. n cuT THe PlAsTerBoArd to fit and attach with stud adhesive and plasterboard screws.
with paper tape and three layers of joint compound, let it dry then sand using 150 grit abrasive paper. n APPlY PlAsTerBoArd seAler then two coats of acrylic using a roller. Install and paint skirting boards to complete the wall. TIP For a raked ceiling like this one, transfer the angle of the slope with a sliding bevel, using a mitresaw to cut the top of the studs to match it.
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To create hidden shelving for shoes, mount floating shelves on the reverse side of the wall, securing the brackets to the studs using screws. The shelves keep shoes easily accessible without cluttering the room or your wardrobe.
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A stud wall consists of a timber framework clad with sheets of plasterboard. Use 90 x 45mm pine for the framework, cut with a circular saw. Determine the length of the wall to cut the top and base plates. Measure from the floor to the ceiling and subtract 90mm to cut the studs to size. n ArrAnge THe sTuds on the floor, spacing them to accommodate the shelf brackets, then secure the studs to the top and base plates with screws.
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Make a silhouette of the TV on the wall using painters tape. Fit the mounting bracket to the TV and measure from the top of the bracket to the top of the TV. Use this distance to position the wall bracket inside the tape and secure to the studs with screws, then hang the TV from the wall bracket and lock into place. TIP Have an electrician install low profile 240V and antenna sockets out of sight behind the TV.
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Timber cladding
Using timber cladding on the exterior of a house is a popular way to add a durable, attractive finish that also works to soften architecture, particularly in suburban or rural settings. It comes in sheets, panels, shingles, boards or strips, as used on this house, that can be arranged in any direction or style. Treating the cladding is mostly a matter of taste. Left to the elements, timber fades to a silvery grey. The other option is to paint it or apply a stain to achieve the desired colour.
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Flipping the floorplan turns a retro family home into a modern wonder
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icturing how a home could be transformed takes time and imagination. For Lisbeth and Peter, it was the birth of their third child that made them look at their original 1935 property with new eyes. When they bought in the late 90s, the couple were charmed by their traditional red-brick bungalow. I grew up in a house like this, so it was something comforting and familiar for me, says Lisbeth. It was mostly hidden by trees and vines and we liked the way it seemed so much a part of the landscape.
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The pitched roof made space for fantastic picture windows at the north side of the house, so it was flooded with light. For Peter and me, as artists, it was just perfect.
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Last updated in the 70s, the bathroom had orange and yellow tiles, while the kitchen featured multicoloured cupboards and bold vinyl flooring. The ceiling in the living room was painted in glossy red and paired with a psychedelic carpet. It was actually quite tastefully done and I appreciated the sense of style the previous owners had but some of the more garish elements had to go, says Lisbeth. As the family grew, demands on the 92 square metres of living space became ever tighter and by the time their youngest was a year old, they could no longer wait to start planning. We spent at least a year trying to imagine how we could keep the feel and spirit of this home we loved so much, but get some much needed extra room so we could all grow comfortably together.
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BEFoRE this small red-br ick hHuse frHm th e 1930s needed an upgrad e fHr a grHwing fa mily.
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The first idea for the renovation was to dig down to the basement but it quickly became clear this approach would be problematic. There were a number of structural challenges but mostly wed have ended up with dark spaces that no one would enjoy, says Lisbeth. Building up was the solution and after consulting with architects, the couple decided on a plan that would double the living space to 184 square metres and provide enough privacy and common areas for everyone. What was unusual was the approach to the floorplan. Unlike most two-storey homes where living is on ground level and bedrooms upstairs, this design flipped the norm. The entire floorspace of the original bungalow was transformed to accommodate four bedrooms and two bathrooms on the entry level.
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Each bedroom features large windows and built-in wardrobes, and two of them share an ensuite bathroom. It was a little odd to comprehend the plan at first. I was worried it would feel unwelcoming to enter the house and then bypass the ground floor, so initially I resisted the suggestion. But Im so glad I was sold on it because it led to the greatest success of the home, the light-filled second level, says Lisbeth. In the downstairs hallway is an enclosed staircase thats designed to take up as little space as possible but is the opposite of dark and confining. Pale timber treads, skylights and white walls turn it into a lightwell. Leading into the kitchen, the walls of the staircase extend to create waist-high partitions that help to divide the open-plan upper storey without creating a visual block. Cleverly zoned into multiple areas, the top floor has an eat-in kitchen, dining area, lounge room, two office nooks and a studio in which Lisbeth paints. A central column features an architectural fireplace visible from two sides, and windows or glass doors are included on every wall, with skylights set into the beamed ceiling.
All four bedrooms are on the ground floor of the renovated bungalow.
Zoning open-plan spaces

Open-plan living spaces can pose a decorating challenge. Creating zones for specific activities and providing enough storage is the key to making them work, preventing them from becoming cluttered or stark. For overall harmony, keep the flooring consistent and the wall treatments simple and neutral. Use furnishings to inject colour and personality to the home but be selective. Too much contrast and too many small pieces in an open-plan area can look and feel chaotic.
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Enclosed but flooded wEth natural lEght, the staErcase leads to the new level.
A tactic interior designers use is to think big. Large items of furniture, like an oversized sofa or rug, are positioned to delineate spaces. Bookcases and cube shelving are another trick of the trade, as they add storage and create partitions without being visually dominating.
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Because its the area in which a family will spend the most time together, the kitchen is usually the starting point when designing an open-plan layout. Lisbeth and Peter wanted to capitalise on the stunning views from the elevated position, so the kitchen found its natural place on the east side of the house, flanked by windows. A two-metre island doubles as bench space and a breakfast bar, creating an inviting area to sit and socialise while a wall of storage keeps everything accessible and neat. An east-facing balcony extends off the kitchen and its the perfect place to catch the early morning sun. My little office is at the other side, so I often have a cup of tea on the balcony and take in warmth while I ponder ideas. Its a very serene and private spot, says Lisbeth.
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Lisbeths studio is opposite the kitchen, taking advantage of the natural light that floods the open-plan upper level via glass doors and skylights. Light timber flooring is used throughout the top floor and the walls are all painted plain white. The limited colour palette unifies the different areas and large artworks inject interest and contrast.
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two office nookH provide a place to work while Htill being part of family life.
The dining area is next to the kitchen and can seat 10 comfortably but a clerestory window and wall of books give it a cosy and intimate feel. Next to the bookshelves, tall windows open the lounge area to the leafy views and a large terrace extends off the adjacent wall. There are no walls delineating the different eating, living and working areas but each functions as a zone. A Persian-style floor rug helps to define the dining area while the large leather sofa separates the lounge from Lisbeths studio. I love being able to work in my studio or cook a meal without being removed from the action. And its surprisingly quiet too. Our style is fairly eclectic, and the house features things weve made and collected over the years. I think it all works together.
On tHe Outside
All the old trees were preserved and the level gardens around the home remain largely unchanged. It was very important to both Lisbeth and Peter that the house stay connected to the landscape despite its significant increase in size. Cedar boards were used to clad the exterior walls of the house and left to age naturally. The vertical strips of timber cladding give added depth and warmth to the facade. The sculptural shape of the home, along with the cladding, help it blend in to its surroundings in the same way as the original bungalow. The old pitched roof was replaced with a flat one made from insulated Colorbond.
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Cherie Barber is director of Renovating For Profit, a company dedicated to teaching people how to add value through renovation. Cherie is offering a free virtual makeover to Handyman readers in need of inspiration. Send us a photo of an area in your home that needs work and well show you what can be done. Go to handyman.net.au/mag and enter your details.
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From poky to pristine

Warm timber decking could turn this ramshackle courtyard into a sanctuary
small inner-Sydney studio with its own private outdoor area is a rare luxury. The only problem with this courtyard is that it just isnt very inviting. Its covered in leaves and the rampant greenery is rapidly swallowing the small patch of useable space. The yard needs a complete overhaul to become an attractive, functional extension of the indoor living area.
THe CHallenge
At just 12 square metres, its a small space. Well need a few creative tricks
to make it look much bigger than it actually is, while at the same time incorporating storage and seating. The doorstep interrupts the flow between indoors and out. Well need to raise the level of the courtyard so the two areas are seamlessly linked. Everything is mismatched, from the lonely table and chairs to the makeshift barbecue. This courtyard is crying out for a unified look. With a new deck and much needed pruning, this courtyard has been virtually transformed into a resort-style outdoor room for under $2000.
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1 cleAr tHe jungle l Pruning unruly vines and overhanging branches is the first step. Greenery is great, but too much just makes a small area feel claustrophobic and unkempt. A little bit of TLC will not only tidy up the courtyard but also make it seem much bigger.
2 rAiSe tHe level l Foundations for tIe deck need to be installed to raise tIe courtyard so tIat its level witI tIe inside floor, creating a seamless transition. Treated pine is perfect for tIe structural framing as its cIeap, virtually rot-proof and resistant to termites.
3 lAy tHe deck l Treated pine is a relatively inexpensive and durable decking material which, once stained with a decking oil, will look great in this courtyard. Well keep that lovely frangipani tree by making a cutout in the deck for it to grow through.
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140 x 45mm f7 H3 treated Pine, $7 per metre, from BunninSs 5 Add furniture l We could extend the bench for an eating area, or simply buy a timber table that can seat several people for when guests pop over. Add a few stackable chairs to save space, or benches that will tuck away neatly under the table when not in use.
90 x 22 x 3000mm treated Pine deckinS Boards, $7, from BunninSs. 6 Build tHe dAy Bed l
In balmy Sydney, every outdoor space must Iave a barbie for entertaining. Well integrate ours into a custom-built bencI made witI tIe same treated pine as tIe decking, giving us tIe coordinated look were after.
Once all tIe practical elements are taken care of, well add a day bed as tIe finisIing toucI, made witI tIe same boards. Give tIe timber two coats of exterior decking oil in Merbau and scatter tIe day bed witI a few coloured cusIions.
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Mimosa three-Piece timber SettinS With Benches, $498, from BunninSs.
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Build simple shelving to hold standard plastic bins that will keep your workshop essentials organised and tidy
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This solution lets you arrange the bins into whatever order suits you, such as heavy items in the lower bins, without having to put items you use often in the top bin of a stack. Each of these shelf towers can safely accommodate five storage bins, and is made from just over one and a half sheets of 17mm plywood, plus a half sheet of 7mm ply. Three towers can be built in a day with only basic power tools, but tacking the panels together using a brad nailer before securing them with screws will speed up construction.
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The towers allow you to utilise vertical space to store all your belongings, rather than taking up valuable room on the garage floor. They are designed to hold bins measuring up to 590 x 450 x 440mm, providing plenty of capacity. These dimensions can be easily adapted and the number of shelves increased to suit containers of a different size. tIp Add sturdy hooks to the sides of these towers to create additional hanging space for garden tools.
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inding space for tools and equipment can be challenging in a garage that also functions as a workshop and storage room. Stackable plastic storage bins are a great way to keep your essentials tidy, but the lower ones are troublesome to access, and stacking any more than three of them can be risky.
Choosing storage boxes

There are all kinds of storage boxes available, from lightweight snap-lock containers which are useful for paperwork and smaller items, to more robust, heavy-duty crates that can cope with heftier loads such as power tools.
Willow 44L HLro storKge contKiner, 555 x 391 x 290mm, $20. willow.com.KL
Kis 48L stripes storKge contKiner, 550 x 385 x 305 mm, $35, from BLnnings.
awKrd 50L storKge contKiner, 570 x 380 x 320mm, $9, from BLnnings.
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Cut the sides and back
Position the 17mm plywood on sawhorses and mark cut lines 590mm from each long edge. Cut the sides and back with a circular saw, clamping a straightedge parallel to each cut line. and offsetting the distance from the blade to the edge of the baseplate.
Cut the shelves
Use a builders square to mark the top, base and shelves then clamp a straightedge and cut the pieces using a circular saw. Mark each panel after cutting the last, or measure the blade width and correct for this to mark up all the panels in one go.
Plane the edges
Clean up all the cut edges with a hand plane and check for square with a builders square across the face and a combination square on the edges. As cut plywood reveals imperfections in the layers, apply multipurpose filler to any gaps with a spatula.
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Paint the plywood
When the filler is dry, sand the edges with 120 grit abrasive paper. Apply at least two coats of acrylic paint to all surfaces of the panels and the inside face of the backing with a roller. Lightly sand between coats with 150 grit abrasive paper for a smooth finish.
Assemble the tower
Using an offcut to space the shelves with 460mm gaps between them, tack the base, shelves and top to the sides using a brad nailer. Drill pilot holes and secure with 30mm x 8g screws. TIP Dont use the spacer for the last gap as it will be 2mm less than the others.
Attach the backing
Use the factory corners of the backing to square up the tower. Start at the top and work along the side panel, securing the backing to the edges of the base, top, shelves and sides using a brad nailer. Attach the bearers using 30 x 1.6mm bullethead nails.
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organise sports gear with a practical solution that leaves the kids with no excuse to be messy
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an eye-catching shape that can be painted to match your colour scheme or as a feature unit.
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This project requires one full sheet and one quarter sheet of 17mm plywood for the sides, shelves, base and top, plus a half sheet of 7mm for the backing. The front sections of the bins are made from 135 x 19mm pine, secured with 50mm x 8g screws. We used a brad nailer with 40mm brads to save time, but if you dont have one, just hammer in 40 x 2mm bullethead nails by hand instead. If your bins are going to be sitting on a concrete floor in the garage or on a verandah, attach treated timber bearers to the underside to protect the plywood from rising moisture. Fill over the fasteners and give all surfaces a light sand before applying two coats of bright semi gloss enamel. tIP You can also use acrylic paint, but apply a primer first.
helves and cabinets are handy places for storing sports stuff, but when youre in a hurry and, lets face it, kids always are, its much easier to just throw and go. These roomy bins have no doors and theyre not too high for little people to reach, so its never been easier to keep your laundry and hallways clear of sports equipment, schoolbags and other clutter. Theyre also handy to have in the garage where they can be lined up along the wall to hold anything from golf clubs to power tools. They could even be used in the backyard to store gardening tools, clothes pegs and pet supplies. Their practical design offers a decent amount of capacity but they also look good, with
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Full range of traditional Type 17 Decking screws
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zigzag lines
straightedge circular saw
pencil marks
side plywood
Cut the parts
Use a circular saw and clamped straightedge guide to cut the top, base, shelves and centre boards from plywood. Cut the basic rectangular shape of the sides, then use a mitresaw or handsaw to cut the front panels from pine.
Set out the sides
Plane the edges and check for square using a builders square on the face and a combination square or speed square on the edge. To set out one of the sides to use as a template, start by marking points 388mm and 776mm from the base, 100mm in from the edge.
Mark the cut lines
Complete the side profile by marking 100, 488 and 876mm up from the base along the edge of the side. Mark zigzag cut lines connecting these points with the previous setout points, finishing 100mm in from the edge at the base and top.
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Cut the side panels
Clamp the side panels together in pairs and cut the edge profile on the first pair using a jigsaw. Trace the profile onto the second pair and cut it to shape. TIP Keep the jigsaws pendulum action switched off for a finer cut.
Match up the pairs
Use a random orbital sander to sand the cut profiles of both pairs of sides, taking care to maintain a square edge as you go. Unclamp the pairs and align them back to back then square lines for the shelves between the inside points of the zigzag edges.
Assemble the bins
Secure the shelves using a brad nailer, then tack the fronts in position with brads and reinforce each joint with screws. Cut the backing and use brads to attach it to one shelf assembly. Square it up, then add the centre boards and secure the second assembly.
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Trim plants to a healthy size and keep soil in tiptop shape with these garden must-haves
keeping the garden in check Whether you take pride and pleasure in trimming topiary, or if pruning is just another garden chore, its still important to know what tools to use. handyman technical subeditor gun arvidssen says, technology has come to our rescue, not only for the job of pruning itself, but also for dealing with the offcuts and improving the soil. ingeniously designed power tools aside, hand pruners also benefit from clever features such as a geared cutting action to snip through the toughest branches with ease.
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PRUNINg Saw
MULCHER
the health and prosperity of your garden depends on keeping the plants in shape and looking after the soil. Using these three tools, you can create a healthy, attractive garden. PRUNERS come in a variety of power and manual options to shape your plants and trees. From small bushy shrubs to thick tree branches, there is a tool for every cutting job.
MULCHERS can shred the offcuts from your Fruning into either woodchiF mulch or finer comFost to mix into the soil. TILLERS cut through soil to aerate and mix through organic material such as the leaves and branches you shredded after Fruning them. tillers are Ferfect for starting new garden beds or reviving old ones.
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Regular pruning of bushes and shrubs can be the difference between a ragged, straggly garden and an attractive, lush outdoor living space. Every bush has a characterEstEc shape and sEze, and for each there Es a prunEng technEque to brEng out Ets best and encourage flowerEng. For optEmum results, EdentEfy your busFes and learn about tFeEr needs. CUT THE BRANCH TIP just beyond a new bud and tFe followEng years growtF wEll be cFannelled Ento tFe sEde brancFes, creatEng a mucF fuller appearance. TFEs FeadEng-off tecFnEque stEmulates growtF En tFe smaller sEde brancFes, creatEng new buds tFat wEll fill En vacant areas. Keep track of tFe results to gauge Fow mucF braKcFEKg youll Keed to do Kext year. TIP TFEs tecFKEque works best oK busFes tFat grow mostly from sEKgle stalks, as opposed to oKes tFat coKtEKually seKd up Kew sFoots sucF as FydraKgea aKd forsytFEa.
Prune branches just abUve a bud tU prUmUte denser grUwth next year.
if you oKly Fave a couple of rose busFes to tEdy up oKce a year, tFeK a paEr of secateurs or possEbly a lopper Es all you wEll Keed. But Ef you Fave lots of Fedges aKd busFes, or fruEt trees tFat Keed regular maEKteKaKce, you may decEde to use some power tools.
fISkARS $65
CYCLoNE $47
CYCLoNE $46
HoMELITE $189
BYPASS SECATEURS Fave a sEKgle curved blade tFat cuts wEtF a scEssor actEoK aloKg a wEder Fook. ideal for small Keat cuts.
ANVIL SECATEURS Fave a straEgFt cuttEKg blade. TFey are great for large braKcFes, but less Keat tFaK bypass secateurs.
HEDGE SHEARS resemble oversEzed scEssors aKd are good oK tFEck folEage as well as small twEgs. TFe perfect cFoEce for sFapEKg topEary.
HEDGE TRIMMERS are tFe powered versEoK of Fedge sFears. TFey Fave a loKg, Karrow blade tFat moves back aKd fortF at FEgF speed.
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For bushes and small trees, start by pruning off any dead or damaged branches. Not only do they look terrible, they encourage rot and disease to take hold. Also cut out wilted, dry or diseased branches as soon as you spot them, as the infection or pest could spread to the rest of the tree. Branches that rub against each other should be cut back, even if they seem relatively strong and healthy. The rubbing will wear away the bark and cause problems further down the track. Low-hanging branches that stick out at an angle or cause an obstruction should also be removed in case they injure someone. TIP When in doubt, cut it out, as pruning also thins out the bush, opening its interior to more light and air, which in turn encourages fuller, healthier growth.
Cut off dead, damaged or dangerous limbs as soon as you spot them.
Bushes such as forsythia and hydrangea send up new canes from their roots every year. To control the bush height, the best method is to prune out the oldest wood. Trim out newer canes to thin the interior of the plant, letting light in and helping to control its spread. If it has become too large and is more trouble to bring under control than its worth, you can generally cut off all the canes and the roots will send up new shoots, giving you a neat new bush within a year or two.
CYCLONE $65
RYOBI $199
HORTEx $8
IRWIN $15
BYPASS LOPPERS have long arms for maximum grunt and cut with a bypass action. They can handle limbs up to 40mm in diameter.
POLE PRUNERS come in electric, petrol and battery models. Their extendable handles allow for easy access to higher branches.
PRUNING SAWS have an ergonomic curved design and coarse-pitched teeth for easy push-pull action and a swift, clean cut.
BOWSAWS are great for cutting small to medium branches. Their blades have multi-serrated teeth to ensure quick cutting.
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Dont be tempted to take shortcuts by simply trimming off the ends of a bushs branches. This flat-top haircut approach may look fine for a year or two, but it stimulates growth on the outermost branches, forces the bush to grow into an unnatural shape and fails to control size. The bush will actually grow larger and become more difficult for you to bring back under control without it being ruined. TIP This doesnt apply to hedge-type bushes such as box or lilly pilly, which respond well to tip-pruning.
Cutting corners by flat-topping will create more work in the long run.
Most bushes will eventually grow too large and dense if they are left to their own devices. Within a year or two, a plant may become so overgrown that it will be impractical to prune back into shape, as there will simply be too much new growth crowding and competing for space. If you are faced with this problem, its best to control size and shape by selectively pruning out a few whole branches, cutting them right back to the trunk. This opens the plant to light and encourages healthy growth at the interior.
Unlike cane-type bushes, evergreens grow from their existing stems, developing a more permanent branch framework and needing less pruning. If your landscaping was well planned, these bushes will grow to fit their spot with relatively little help. Theyll only need a light annual pruning to remove dead branches and control size and shape.
Make cuts just above the collar, which is the slight bulge at the point where a branch joins the main trunk. If left intact, this collar will grow over the cut, sealing off the wound and healing it. Make the cut square to the diameter, rather than diagonal, for the smallest wound. TIP Dont leave a stub on any of the limbs when pruning, as its likely to rot and become diseased.
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Improving the quality of a new garden bed can take hours of slaving away with a mattock and hoe to aerate the soil and mix in organic matter. A power tiller makes the job faster, and its an easy way to add compost or mulch, increasing drainage and water-holding capacity. Tilling also makes the soil more permeable, encouraging root growth and attracting microorganisms and worms that leave nutrients in the soil. DONT USE A TILLER in wet soil as it will clod up and dry in thick crusts. If a ball of soil sticks together when dropped, it is too wet to till. Ensure the soil is deeply tilled. If only the top surface is ploughed, a hard layer forms below. This will
When creating healthy soil, a power tiller is much faster than a fork.
impede roots and reduce moisture intake, leading to a lower crop yield. In addition to mixing in compost and the output from your shredder, apply plenty of organic matter over
the top of freshly tilled soil as it helps retain moisture and reduces weeds. Keep plants growing throughout the year to avoid having to prepare the soil from scratch again in spring.
There are many varieties of cultivator available, and theyre all capable of different workloads. Before selecting a tiller, consider how large an area you will be planting, and how often you are likely to use it.
MINI CULTIVATORS are the smallest and lightest type, designed to remove weeds and turn soil in average-sized domestic garden beds. Their manoeuvrability makes them ideal for small spaces, but they are not suited for heavy workloads.
REAR-TINE TILLERS are the largest, offering a tilling width of up to 700mm. Usually self-propelled, they feature either synchronous tines that spin in the same direction as the wheels, or counter-rotating tines that turn in the opposite direction.
FRONT-TINE TILLERS are less expensive than rear-tine machines and are generally pushed by the operator rather than being self-propelled. They feature similar power and tilling capacity to rear-tine models, and are great for larger planting areas.
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Once all your bushes and trees have been pruned to perfection, youll need to do something about all the material youve trimmed off. A mulcher, also called a shredder or chipper, is an invaluable garden accessory that converts the waste from pruning into a useful resource. If you only undertake a major pruning mission once or twice a year, or if you are faced with a one-off task such as cutting a damaged branch from a large tree, hiring a heavy-duty chipper might be the best option. But if you find yourself with mountains of prunings every fortnight during the warmer months, you might find theyre just too much for the compost heap. This is where a tool that transforms them into fine mulch will probably be a worthwhile addition to your power tool collection. TIP While most mulchers handle branches quite well, only the higher-end models are really effective at shredding finer material such as leaf litter.
PETROL MULCHERS or chippers with a powerful four-stroke engine might be the better choice for offcuts from more ambitious pruning. These are similar to the industrial machines used by arborists and professional tree fellers to create a truckload of mulch at a time.
ELECTRIC MULCHERS or shredders are likely to be the best option unless you have a large property and regularly need to prune and maintain large trees. These are easy to operate, require virtually no maintenance, and can easily chew through branches of up to 35mm in diameter.
TRIMMINGS such as flowers and foliage should be shredded first. Take care not to use organic material that might have been sprayed with chemicals.
LEAF LITTER mixed with small shredded branches from your pruning makes excellent mulch. Avoid using this type in bushfire-prone areas because it can be highly flammable.
CONIFER OFFCUTS make a good wind-resistant mulch that helps lower the pH of the soil, making it particularly hospitable to azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias.
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In most cases, covering areas of bare soil with a layer of organic mulch greatly simplifies your gardening chores. Mulch reduces water loss from the soil, slowing evaporation and improving water absorption when it rains or when you use a sprinkler. It slows weed growth while returning nutrients to the soil as it breaks down. Mulch also protects plant roots from extremes of hot and cold weather, and evens out dramatic fluctuations in temperature. It can also add colour and texture, which is a big improvement for areas of plain soil.
AlwaEs mulch around new plantings as soon as theE have been bedded in.
The best time to apply mulch is in spring, then keep it topped up throughout the year. The key is to avoid leaving any soil bare, so always mulch around new plantings straight away.
Before mulching, dig out all traces of perennial weeds and water the garden beds before and after applying the mulch. Spread your shredded prunings over the soil about 75 to 100mm deep, but avoid mulching right up to stems or trunks as it may cause them to rot.
TREE BARK and woodchip from larger branches drains well and its acidity makes it good for mulching around strawberries. As a general rule, dont use it on a vegetable garden.
LUCERnE HAy breaks down over time to feed the soil, which means you will have to keep it topped up. Use it around roses to help repel black spot. TIP Chop it up for easier spreading.
PEBBLE MULCH is worth mentioning as a complement to the organic material. It works well around trailing vegies such as pumpkins because it helps prevent rotting.
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Investing in a pruner, mulcher and tiller may be expensive, but if you have a large outdoor area to look after it will pay off through the time and effort you save. Even the light-duty options make life much easier for a very reasonable outlay.
PRunERS
Easy to use and weighing only 3kg, this is the ideal way to give hedges a regular haircut, with a 480mm blade and ergonomic handle.
Makita 400W Hedge Trimmer, $99. makita.com.au
This tool features a grip for locking onto unsupported branches. It can handle limbs up to a whopping 80mm in diameter yet weighs just over 1kg.
Bosch Keo 10.8V PruViVg Saw, $149. bosch-gardeV.com.au
Allowing you to reach high branches, this pruner features a 2.7m extension pole, powerful two-stroke engine and 150mm cutting capacity.
Ryobi 25cc Two-stroke PoWe PruVer, $299. ryobi.com.au
MulCHERS
Simple to use, with a 35mm input capacity and overload protection, this unit has reversible blades and weighs 13kg, so its easily portable.
Ozito 2400W Rapid EWectric Shredder, $159. ozito.com.au
With a feed capacity of 42mm and a 53L collection box, this is a powerful shredder. The hopper is removable to easily deal with blockages.
Bosch 2300W TurbiVe EWectric Shredder, $799.
This petrol model cuts branches up to 50mm in diameter and has nine flail hammer blades to reduce all your prunings to fine mulch.
Masport 5HP Chipper, $1198, masport.com.au
TillERS
Great for average-size gardens, this mini-cultivator has a tilling width of 258mm at a depth of up to 198mm, with a sand ballast for stability.
Ryobi 25cc Two-Stroke CuWtivator, $479.
This compact front-tine tiller unit has a cut width of 550mm and a working depth of 280mm. It comes with optional accessories for ridging and ploughing.
McCuWWoch MFT55-170R Compact TiWWer, $749. mccuWWoch.com.au
With a 700mm cutting width and 350mm cultivating depth, this self-drive rear-tine unit can propel itself either forward or in reverse.
Briggs & StrattoV 6.5HP CuWtivator TiWWer, $675. agrmachiVery.com.au
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The extensive range of Ozito power garden tools will be very handy to have in the garden this Spring. From edging the lawns, trimming around trees and bushes, shredding branches and cuttings, to blowing it all away! Check out our power garden tool range at your nearest store and remember to give it a go with Ozito.
Check us out at ozito.com.au or call 1800 069 486
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Pond in a box
build an above-ground fishpond and decorative trellis made from pine and ply in just a weekend
DIY> $1030
HAve It Done for $1830
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ormally, installing a fishpond involves digging a sizeable hole in the ground, which in turn means hours of back-breaking toil with a spade and shovel. This pond requires much less elbow grease, with an elevated design that comprises a simple box with a pond liner for a no-dig solution. Before you start, check with your local council to find out the maximum permitted depth of a water feature before any fencing is required. In many areas a maximum depth of just 300mm is allowed. This legislation was introduced to protect young children from tragic accidents.
The elevated design of this project makes it a safer option than a typical in-ground pond, as its less likely that a toddler could trip and fall in. Choosing a suitable location is important, since prolonged direct sunlight will excessively heat up the water, promoting algae growth. Even worse, it would only take one severe summer scorcher for your goldfish to cook in their pond. You will also need to install the pond close to an outdoor power source so you can connect the pump that supplies the fountainhead.
similar so the structure will be strong enough to hold the weight of the water. Use 30 x 30mm treated pine quad beading for the corner blocks and 25 x 25mm aluminium angle for the flashing over the baseboards. To finish the project, install a reticulating pump and feed the hose through the slot in the liner capping. Round over the edges of the top capping, secure a fountainhead to the trellis and apply two coats of exterior enamel or acrylic paint.
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Use concrete stepping stones and roadbase as a foundation, with H4 treated pine for the footing plates and baseboards. The rest of the structure can be built from H3 treated pine. Hardwood can be used instead of treated pine, but keep the section sizes
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Use 65mm x 10g exterior timber screws for the main structure, including the footing plates, stud walls, base and top plates, capping and trellis frame. Attach the cladding boards to the stud walls with 40 x 2mm galvanised nails.
Skip the back-breaking excavation with this easy-build water feature.
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pond frames footing plates
baseplate roadbase
Build the trellis
Assemble the pond front, back and side frames. Make the trellis by securing the battens to the base rail, posts and arch then add the capping. Attach the ledgers to the back frame then secure the trellis through the posts with screws.
Prepare the pond site
Set out the pond using marking paint and position stepping stones at the corners. Dig 100mm deep trenches between then fill with roadbase and use a straightedge to check for level in all directions. Add extra roadbase to adjust the height if needed.
Lay the footing plates
Compact the roadbase then drill 5mm clearance holes at an angle on the inner and outer edges of the footing plates. Secure with skewed screws, check for square by comparing the diagonals, check for level and make any necessary adjustments.
lining
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footing plate baseplate
lining pond liner
cladding
flashing baseboard
Build the box
Join the frames by securing screws through the inside of the studs, then use screws to attach the box to the footing plates. Attach the lining then add corner bead cut from 30 x 30mm treated pine quad in the corners.
Secure the pond liner
Use scrap bricks to build up the inside of the pond so the maximum water depth will be 300mm or less. Add fine sand to fill the gaps and cover the bricks with a layer 20mm thick. Fold the pond liner neatly in the corners and staple it to the top plates.
Add the finishing touches
Fill the pond with water, attach the liner capping and trim the liner. Secure the baseboards using screws and attach the flashing with silicone then add the corner and top rails. Secure the cladding with equal overlap and finish with the top capping.
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ToP CAPPing Liner CAPPing Corner BeAd Lining ToP PLATeS Corner BoArd STudS 1150 1150 23 ToP rAiL FLASHing BASePLATe 140 BASeBoArd FooTing PLATe 90 970 42 42 475 42 598
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AFTER The borders of the garden beds are defined and the grass cant encroach.
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Create a defined border between the lawn and garden in an afternoon
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veryone likes a carpet of lush green grass but no-one likes runners that creep their way into garden beds and under plants, making it a constant battle to maintain a tidy edge. A simple solution to stop grass invading beds is to install edging. Its affordable and can be done in half a day, dramatically decreasing the time spent on garden maintenance. On this coastal property, treated pine sleepers were used to define a border between the murraya hedge and buffalo grass. A trench was dug and lengths of timber buried to half their height in the soil, with hardwood stakes positioned in the bed to support the edging. A few runners may work their way under the edging but they are easy to pull out. If after a few years the beFOre level of the edging drops too low it can be lifted out and buffalo gr as s cr HHps righP up Po a row of hHdging, blur a layer of sand added before ring PhH bounda riHs. replacing the timber.
Cut tHe timber

For this project, choose H4 grade treated pine which is specifically for in-ground use outdoors. It is treated to resist rot and insect attack. We used 3000 x 200 x 50mm sleepers buried to half their width underground. This created a raised edge, making it easier to use a line trimmer to cut the grass. If the sleepers are too long to transport in your vehicle you could ask the supplier to cut them down for you, but this will make it much harder to get a straight border and affect the overall look of the edging. tiP Drill clearance holes in the hardwood stakes and use galvanised screws to secure them if theres a lot of movement in the ground.
H4 trHaPHd PinH SlHHpHrs, 3000 x 200 x 50JJ, aboOP $12 Hach, froJ bOnnings.
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TApE mEASurE GrASS
SHovEL TrENcH
Mark the border
To mark the position of the border, measure the area and set a stringline. Choose the size of treated pine to be used for the edging and carefully select straight lengths that are as long as possible to reduce the number of joints.
Dig the trench
Use a square-nose shovel to excavate a trench for the edging to a depth of half the width of the timber, making sure the wall and base is flat so the edging sits straight. Remove any large roots, rocks or debris in the way.
Check the level
Measure from the base to the top of the trench to check the height is uniform all the way along and use a spirit level to check the base is level, then remove or add soil in places if needed, firming it down.
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Position the timber
Lay the timber lengths end to end in the trench following a set stringline and tap down with a lump hammer or mallet. Position hardwood stakes evenly along the edging to hold it in place, tapping them into the soil.
Join the corners
Butt the end of a length of timber against the side of another to take the edging around a corner, hammering in galvanised nails skewed at 45 to secure the two pieces. TIP Drill pilot holes to prevent splitting.
Backfill with soil
Use the soil that was dug up when excavating the trench to fill the garden bed behind the edging, firming it down by hand as you go. Add a layer of bark mulch in the bed to suppress weeds and retain moisture.
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Treated with a merbau stain fHr a rich finish, the three stacked sleepers with capping reach abHut 650mm high.
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two 550mm deep hoPeU and poUitioninT the 1100mm poUtU. Pour in concrete up to 600mm from the top of the poUt, uUinT a Upirit PeveP to check for pPumb. TiP A 20kT baT of cement mixed with TraveP and Uand fiPPU three hoPeU.
a strinTline as a Tuide then puttinT a base sleeper in each end post. Position the joiner posts then diT 550mm deep hoPes and concrete them into position. UUe a Upirit PeveP to pPumb, aPiTninT them with the UtrinTPine and PeavinT to dry.
the corner posts in position, using a builders square to install the sleepers at 90 to the wall. TiP To build steps later add a 1200mm deep and 2400mm wide recessed area, incorporatinT four corner posts.
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uilding a lRw wall is an effective way tR deal with landscape issues such as a slRping Rr terraced site. Walls can alsR We used tR create raised Weds in gardens with pRRr Rr WRggy sRil. Using the Retain-iT systeT a DIYer can install a garden wall in a weekend Rr even just Rne day. The systeT uses galvanised pRsts with treated pine sleepers. FRr this prRject, treated pine capping and a set Rf steps were added. TR start, estaWlish the line Rf the wall, excavating 200TT Wehind it, then use a laser level Rr duTpy level tR set the finished height Rf the wall either end, setting Rut a stringline as a guide. be sure tR install drainage Wehind the wall using geRtech filter clRth, agflR pipe and gravel. TIP Check lRcal cRuncil regulatiRns tR find Rut if yRu need apprRval first.
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measure the length Rf the wall, set the pRsts at the right distance tR Tatch the sleeper sizes and Tultiply the spaces Wetween pRsts Wy the nuTWer Rf vertical sleepers tR find hRw Tany yRu need.
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the base sleepers first. Level and pack them to leave 400mm oL post above, then install the middle and top rows. TIP Check the height oL the top sleeper matches the post so the capping sits flush along the wall.
filter cloth positioned behind the wall and Lolded over the sleepers. Lay 20m oL 100mm agflo pipe with clear exits at the ends then cover with 20mm gravel to 300mm deep, Lolding the cloth back to separate the drainage and backfill.
6 fInISH THe wall by adding capping. Square cut and mitre the capping then apply construction adhesive to the ends and secure to the sleepers with 75mm x 14g galvanised bugle screws. Use a router with a roundover bit to trim the edges. Apply two coats oL decking stain.
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n choose a frangipani to add colour and fragrance to the garden, and learn how to propagate them from stem cuttings, on page 118. n grow French or runner beans in the vegie patch for a summer harvest of flavour-packed pods, from page 126. n ZAp aphids before these sap-sucking insects take hold, using natural methods to keep edibles and ornamentals safe from attack, see page 132.
For blooms within 12 weeks, get these flower seeds in the ground. n AfricAn mArigold n cAliforniAn poppy n mexicAn sunflower n sAlviA n vincA
Start growing these vegies for fresh ingredients to use for summer salads and barbies. n Borlotti BeAns n chilli n squAsh n tomAto n Zucchini
November marks the end of spring and is the time to get the garden ready for the heat of summer
For a colourful display up high, line wire baskets with coir then fill with potting mix and plant with summer flowering annuals. Hang the basket from a pergola or verandah beam, or secure a hook in an exterior wall, making sure the fastener can take the weight of the basket. Choose a sunny location with easy access for watering, as baskets will dry out faster than pots on the ground.
the dead leaves off spring bulbs to keep them tidy. n pinch tips off summer annuals to encourage bushy growth. n trim back spring-flowering shrubs and trees after theyve bloomed.
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Give these plants an application of a fertiliser specially formulated for the species. n AZAleA n rhododendron n cAmelliA n gArdeniA n orchid
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The end of spring is a great time to sow sweetcorn seeds for a summer harvest or transplant seedlings into the garden in cold climates. Sow SEEDS 25mm deep in three rows about two metres long, for a block that will keep the average family in corn for weeks. The seeds germinate within two weeks and most varieties are ready to harvest from 12 weeks. PLAnt SEEDLingS in a block, spaced about 250mm apart in each direction. The wind will cross pollinate block-grown plants when in flower. tiP Water sweetcorn PLAnting regularly while the SEEDLingS crops are growing.
BLoCK-gRown PLAntS
Prepare your garden beds for the long, hot days of summer in three easy steps. CHECK watering and irrigation systems to make sure theyre working efficiently, replacing worn or broken fittings.
APPLY soil wetters to garden beds and water plants at the roots. Ensure transplants, seedlings, leafy vegies and plants in flower are kept moist so they survive the transition to hotter, drier weather. SPREAD mulch over beds to keep plant roots cool and help the soil retain moisture, making sure its not too thick or it will act as a barrier to water penetration.
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Known for their flower spikes, easy-care buddlejas are stars in large gardens. For small spaces, Aussie Winners has come to the rescue with the Buddleja Buzz series (aussiewinners.com.au). In ivory, blue, purple or magenta these dwarf plants grow to 1.5m and can be kept to under a metre with pruning. They do well in pots and look great mass-planted.
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For the scent of summer, add an easy-care potted frangipani to the deck, balcony or garden.
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Add a touch of the tropics to your yard with an easy propagation technique
Words Jecca BLake
est known as a small tree featuring fragrant white blooms with distinctive yellow centres, frangipanis actually come in more than 300 different varieties. Native to Central America and Mexico, frangipanis belong to the Plumeria genus and are a small to medium deciduous tree. Frangipanis have glossy dark green foliage, and the stems and leaves contain milky white sap. The flowers come in shades of pink, yellow, orange, red and even purple. Relatively slow growing, the majority reach up to about eight
metres high and four metres wide, making them a great choice for small gardens. The dwarf varieties are ideal for growing in pots. As frangipanis are frost tender they grow well in the warm coastal areas of Australia, but with a bit of TLC can be container grown in slightly cooler zones. They are very tolerant of dry conditions and once established they dont really need much watering except during long periods of drought.
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Frangipanis can cope with light sea breezes but prefer protection from strong winds. In cooler climates, its essential to give them the warmest and sunniest spot in the garden. If grown in pots, move them to a sheltered area in late autumn, in a north-facing position against a brick wall where at night the tree will get the heat stored from the day. A frangipani tree is perfect for creating summer shade and letting in winter sun when its leaves drop. Hang small baskets planted with brightly coloured pansies or petunias from the branches of a bare tree in winter to brighten up the garden. tIP The variety with yellow-throated white flowers is the most commonly grown and earliest to flower.
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Going native
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Frangipanis grow well in most types of soil but good drainage is essential. PoSItIoN in a location that receives at least six hours of sun a day. They tolerate part shade but grow faster and flower better in a sunny spot. wAtEr young trees during the growing season until established then only during extended dry periods. Let pot plants dry out between waterings. FEED with organic fertiliser high in phosphorous when the leaves appear, to encourage lots of flowering and strong root growth. Use a liquid seaweed solution every 14 days during the growing season. MULCH the soil to keep the roots cool in summer and warm in winter, retain moisture and suppress weeds. To avoid stem rot problems, dont apply mulch near the trunk. PrUNE only to shape the tree and maintain the size during late winter or early spring before leaf growth starts. For a compact, dense and leafy tree, prune branches back by a third to half their length, creating lots of shoots near the pruned ends. Make cuts vertical so sap drips off and water cant penetrate the branch. wAtCH For stem rot caused by frost, drought, lack of sunlight or old age, pruning any dry or withered growth back to healthy tissue. Frangipani rust causes orange pustules to appear on the underside of leaves while the tops go brown. Gather and destroy fallen foliage, then spray the tree with fungicide in the warm months and again in winter as a preventative measure.
YaLes rose Shield InsecLicide, MiLicide & FunMicide, $13 for 200ml. yaLes.com.au
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Propagating from a stem
Frangipanis are easily propagateF from a stem in early spring or winter when there is less sap movement. FinF a broken piece of branch or cut one off the tree anF trim the enF. Leave the cutting outsiFe for a couple of weeks to Fry out the Lilky sap in the steL, allowing the cut to heal anF Fevelop a callus. Pot up the steL cutting in a gooF quality potting Lix anF in a few weeks it will forL roots anF grow leaves. TIP Water regularly Furing the growing season.
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1 CUT off PIECEs of l steL about 300LL long using a hanFsaw, being careful to not tear the bark, then scrape one enF with a sharp knife.
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a container filleF with potting Lix anF water in. TIP Plant large cuttings 600LL Feep in a beF anF stake until establisheF.
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CLASSIC CLIvIAS
The harbAngers of sprAng, clAvAas brAng vAbrant colour to the garden.
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These landscape lovelies colour up a shady corner and can be divided after spring flowering for lots more plants
Words and projecTs AdAm WoodHAmS
hether you grow them in beds or pots, clivias are among the most versatile, hardy and beautiful plants you can include in your landscape. Given the right position theyll reward you with luxuriant foliage and blooms with a minimum of care. The standard colour is salmon but they also come in near white, buttery yellow and flame orange. Leaves are emerald green, varying from long and narrow to very broad. Clivia miniata, the most often seen species, flowers in late winter but C. nobilis and C. caulescens can bloom a couple of times a year. TIP Variegated forms are available but are costly and often unstable, reverting to plain green as the plant matures.
A good ProvIder
Clivias are showy but surprisingly low maintenance and are easy to grow from seed or propagate by division. Over time clivias naturally form an ever-expanding clump in beds, while in pots they can become too crowded to perform well. After spring flowering, a large garden clump or root-bound container plant can be divided for lots more clivias that can be potted up. Most clivias set a large number of seeds every year. These take a year to ripen so its not unusual to see a plant flowering while holding a ripe seed-head from the previous season.
Selective breeding
Also called kaffir lily, all clivia species originally hail from SoutS Africa and Save been mucS sougSt after since tSeir discovery by Europeans in about 1815. TSey were named for Lady CSarlotte Clive, DucSess of NortSumberland, wSo first cultivated tSem in tSe UK. Today tSe most desirable Sybrids come from CSina, after decades of extensive breedinT. Certain top quality varieTated forms can sell for tSousands of dollars.
Dividing a clump
To lift a plant from tSe Tarden, drive in a spade from tSe edTe at 45, workinT your way around until tSe entire clump comes loose tSen remove most of tSe soil from tSe roots. TIP You may need to break tSe pot to free a crowded plant.
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1 CUT THe rooTS for plants witS l 100mm of rSizome and a leaf set. Remove any soRl and damaTed roots. TrRm tSe leaves by a tSRrd and put Rn a cool, dry spot untRl tSe cuts seal.
2 Add eACH PLANT to a pot part-filled l wRtS pottRnT mRx, Sold Rt uprRTSt and backfill around tSe roots and rSRzome, firmRnT tSe mRx down. TIP Use tSe same metSod Rn beds.
3 PoSITIoN THe PoTS Rn a sSady l spot and water Rn tSe plants well. Dont keep clRvRas too moRst wSRle tSey establRsS, as tSRs can lead to funTal problems and rot.
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The roots and leaves of clivias grow from a fleshy rhizome that branches out, creating offsets or pups that in turn shoot new leaves. Clivias need free-draining soil and dont like frost but tolerate heavy shade. In cold climates they are often grown as indoor plants. PoSItIoN in a warm, shady spot with protection from afternoon sun. The dappled light under trees is ideal. wAtEr regularly in spring and summer but let them dry out in autumn and winter. Clivias are quite drought-tolerant but wont survive wet feet, so dont use pot saucers. FEED in spring after flowering with an all-purpose fertiliser and give them regular applications of seaweed tonic. ProPAgAtE by division or grow from seed after flowering. Divided plants usually flower in two years while seed-grown plants take four to six. tIP Wear gloves to handle clivias, as they contain low levels of alkaloids that irritate skin.
Scotts osmocote Multi PuPpose PottinM Mix, $8 foP 25L. scLttsaustPalia.cLm.au
YellLN vaPieties can be expensive, sL alNays buy in blLLm if yLu Nant clivias in a paPticulaP cLlLuP.
Growing from seed

Spring is when clivia seeds are ripe and ready. Sow them in pots and the first leaves shoSld be visible in a month or two. The seeds have a high viability rate sT yTS may be able tT grTw 20 Tr mTre plants a year frTm a single plant.
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full of beans
Get seeds into the ground now for a bumper summer harvest of fresh, sweet and crunchy pods
Words ArTemis gouros
asy to grow and tasty to eat, beans are a top backyard crop. Part of the legume family, these podded vegies are a good source of vitamins B and C, and fibre. Fast growers, they provide abundant fresh food for little work, adding colour to the vegie patch when in full flower and laden with pods. Late spring is the time to sow seeds for a summer harvest but you can grow beans all year in tropical to subtropical regions and spring to autumn in temperate to cool climates.
Beans are at their most tasty and sweet right after picking, before their natural sugars turn to starch. Harvest pods when young to prevent them getting tough and stringy. TiP Beans freeze well and varieties like kidney and haricot can be dried.
FrencH vs runner
Beans are divided into two main types called French and runner. Both have climbing and dwarf bush plants. FrencH varieties include snap, string, kidney, haricot, borlotti and more.
The pods range from long and thin to full and fat in green, yellow, purple and red, and the beans also come in different colours. runner or perennial beans grow and produce all summer and autumn then die down in winter when they go dormant, emerging again in spring. Most are climbers that feature red flowers and large seeds in green pods. Certain types have white, pink or multicoloured blooms. TiP Runner beans are hardier than French and better suited to cool areas.
Planting runner beans

Ideal for small gardens, runner beans take up little room if theyre grown on a tripod or wigwam. Plants tied loosely when they are young will usually Ilimb naturally.
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3 guide THe sTems up the Ianes l from inside the wigwam. Water regularly in hot, dry weather.
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Three bean salad with lemon and walnut dressing

PreParation time 10 mins Cooking time 7 mins SerVeS 4 ingreDientS 8 thick baguette slices 2 tablespoons olive oil Grated zest of 2 lemons, juGce of 1 3 tablespoons honey 1 clove garlGc, crushed 3 tablespoons walnut oGl 200g green beans 400g can red kGdney beans 400g can butter beans
1 PreHeat tHe griLL to hot. Brush l
the baguette slGces wGth half the olGve oGl. Toast on the grGll pan for 2 mGnutes
or untGl golden. Turn and brush wGth the remaGnGng oGl and toast for 2 mGnutes. Cut Gnto croutons and set asGde to cool. 2 to make tHe DreSSing, whGsk the l lemon zest and juGce, honey, garlGc and walnut oGl Gn a large bowl. TrGm the green beans then draGn the red kGdney beans and butter beans. 3 Put tHe green beanS Gn a pan. l Cover wGth boGlGng water and brGng back to the boGl then sGmmer for 3 mGnutes or untGl lGghtly cooked but stGll crunchy. DraGn the beans, shake off the cookGng water and toss Gn the dressGng. 4 aDD tHe otHer beanS and toss l well. DGvGde the salad among four bowls, scatter wGth croutons and spoon over any remaGnGng dressGng to serve.
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French and runner beans are frost tender, warm-season crops. Dont grow them where you have raised beans or peas in the last few years. Sow seeds 50mm deep in moist soil with a pH of 5.5 to 7 in a sunny position sheltered from wind. Dig in well-rotted compost first then make a trench. Space dwarf varieties every bEAn rUSt 200mm in staggered double rows, and climbers 300mm apart. Earth up the soil around the stems of dwarf seedlings and give climbers some support. wAtEr regularly in hot weather to prevent wilting. Increase water when in flower and the pods begin to swell, making sure the soil never dries out. MULCH seedlings by spreading organic matter on top of the soil to retain moisture and promote growth. HArVESt from eight to 12 weeks when the pods are 170mm or shorter, so theyre young and tender. Dwarf varieties crop for a shorter period than climbers. Picking beans regularly, two or three times a week, encourages new Let bean pods hang on a healthy flowers and more vegies. plant for as long as possible wAtCH For slugs and snails, picking before the risk of any autumn them off the leaves of young plants. frosts then pick and remove the Plants can suffer from fungal seeds from the pods. diseases like bean rust. If leaves drop, Put them in a paper bag then wither or yellow, and brown or red label and store it in an airtight spots appear on the foliage, pods and container in a cool place until stems, apply a fungicide. planting time next spring. tIP To prevent fungal issues, water at ground level, rotate crops and choose disease-resistant varieties.
Harvesting seeds
MM FILheMgills runneM bean, aHIuL $4. mMfILheMgills.cIm.au
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choosing a variety
GroN the beans that LoR like to eat, choosing a varietL to sRit LoRr climate and space. Pick dNarf varieties for pots and groN climbers in beds Nith sRpports.
JaDE stRiNGLEss
n French dwarf variety n RoRnd pods Rp to 170mm long n Disease resistant n Rich flavoRr
CHERokEE wax
n French dNarf varietL n FleshL LelloN pods n Good Lields n FRll flavoRr
BoRLotti
n French dwarf variety n Red and green streaked pods n Pick yoRng as a green bean n Excellent for drying
sCaRLEt RuNNER
n Climbing rRnner bean n Red-floNering earlL varietL n Large, bright green pods n HeavL cropper that needs sRpport
PuRPLE kiNG
n French climber n Long pRrple pods to 180mm n Needs a tripod or canes n HeavL bearer
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n Climbing rRnner bean n Bears orange and Nhite floNers n Heirloom seed tLpe n Long, tender green pods
November is the last month of Spring, and your last opportunity to get the garden ready for Summer. In temperate and cool climates the next few months might be very dry, so make sure you keep your garden beds well watered and mulched. Mulch will help keep the soil moist, reduce evaporation, and provide much needed organic materials throughout the Summer. November is still a relatively mild month in most areas, which provides an opportunity to get more Summer annuals growing. Marigolds begin blooming in as little as 4 weeks, and flower right through to Autumn. Nasturtiums are also fast growing, produce attractive flowers, make excellent ground covers, are known for pest-repelling properties and you can also eat their leaves and flowers! November is also great for planting more beans in fact varieties such as the Snake Bean and Soybean need higher soil temperatures and are therefore best planted after 1st November. Chillies also prefer higher soil temperatures so sow their seeds directly in the garden now.You can also plant small fruited tomatoes that ripen quickly. Other veggies you can continue to plant in most areas include favourites such as Lettuce, Capsicum, Eggplant, Silverbeet, Pak Choi, Leek, Cucumber, Zucchini, Pumpkin, Squash, Sweet Corn, Carrot, Rocket and Beetroot.
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Christmas craft projects

Get into the festive spirit and add a personal touch to the home with simple and low-cost decorations
festive drink coAsters
1 wrAp electricAl tApe around square tiles to create
various patterns. Use small high gloss tiles such as Johnson 97 x 97mm Mosaic Wall Tiles. 2 pAint crAftwood sHApes with different Christmas colours, then attach them to the front of the tiles using craft glue. Boyle Five Point Stars are the ideal size. 3 seAl tHe coAsters with Bondall Monocel Gloss Clear Timber Varnish to make them waterproof and easy to clean.
1 cut cHicken wire into a 1000 x 1500mm rectangle using wire cutters, then roll the wire to form curves. Use gloves to protect your hands from scratches. 2 tHreAd gArden brAncHes through the chicken wire, then spray the foliage with metallic paint such as Dulux Spraypak Silver Enamel Spray Paint. 3 decorAte tHe centrepiece with lights, candles and baubles to create a Christmas glow on the table.
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Brush up your knowledge and gain new skills with workshops for everyone, including the kids
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Bring the family into your local Bunnings on Thursday 5th of December (Wednesday 4th of December in WA) from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and enjoy a fun and festive evening. Activities will include D.I.Y. workshops for both adults and kids as well as an appearance from Santa!
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Our workshops are held every weekend at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm. For specific topics, ask in-store or go to bunnings.com.au. If you live in South Australia, speak to a team member about one-on-one sessions.
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lADYBiRD eAting An ApHiD
pest clinic
ERADICATE APHIDS
Blast these sap suckers off the plants in your garden before they eat their way through new spring growth
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phids are small, soft-bodied insects that feed on sap and leave a sticky deposit as they suck the juice from leaves and stems. They love nasturtiums but attack everything from herbs and vegies to vines, shrubs and trees, including roses, camellias, stone fruit and citrus. Aphids can be green, yellow, pink, brown, grey, black or woolly, and are only 2mm to 4mm long. These tiny insects are usually found clustering in large numbers on stems, flower buds and leaves, causing curled or distorted growth. Populations start building up in mid and late spring, developing from small colonies into heavy infestations in a matter of days. They dont just destroy new growth but also spread disease, transmitting broad bean wilt, cucumber mosaic and other viruses. Aphids also secrete a sugar-rich substance called honeydew that attracts and feeds a type of fungus called sooty mould.
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Aphids multiply rapidly, so a control program is very important. picK aphids off by hand and squash them, making sure to wear gloves. BlAst aphids from plants by hosing regularly with a strong jet of water. Wipe off indoor plants with a cotton ball dipped in methylated spirits. spRAY plants with insecticide, using low-toxicity formulas to protect edibles, pets and beneficial insects.
AttRAct natural predators like ladybirds into the garden by planting achillea or Queen Annes lace. pRUne and bin heavily infested stems and shoots to stimulate new growth.
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Mixing home remedies

insects are repelled by garlic and cayenne pepper, so use it to make a spray that can be applied to plants as often as needed. handle the solution carefully because capsaicin, the active ingredient in pepper, is a very powerful eye and skin irritant. cOMBine six unpeeled and crushed garlic cloves with one tablespoon of cayenne pepper in a clean bucket.
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ADD a litre of warm water and stir the mixture well for one minute then cover the container and leave in a location out of direct sunlight, letting it stand for two days. stRAin the solution into a plastic spray bottle and use within 24 hours.
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SPOTTINg aNd TREaTINg INfESTaTIONS
Aphids usually attack soft, new young growth and can cluster unseen on the underside of leaves. Monitor plants throughout spring, checking the leaves for signs of aphid activity, and treat infestations immediately.
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PROBLEM Leaves are distorted, yellowing or sticky SOLUTION Companion plant with nectar-rich species like scabiosa or sweet alyssum and include dill, fennel and chives to attract beneficial insects.
Mr fotherUills fennel Seeds, $4. mrfotherUills.Som.Tu
PROBLEM Leaves are curled, puckered or sticky SOLUTION Spray insecticidal soap directly onto aphids. To make your own, mix two tablespoons of pure soap flakes in a litre of water.
Lux Pure SoTp flTkes, Tbout $7 for 700U, from supermTrkets.
PROBLEM Insects cluster on buds and leaves are curled, distorted or yellowed SOLUTION Apply a botanical insecticide such as neem, spraying the foliage in the early evening.
ESo-neem BotTniSTl InseStiSide, $20 for 100ml. eSoorUTniSUTrden.Som.Tu
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cITRUS SPEcIES
PROBLEM Distorted, sticky leaves SOLUTION Make a pepper and garlic spray for heavily infested foliage and use as needed. It will very effectively protect roses from both sucking insects and fungal issues.
cTyenne Pepper ground ExtrT Hot, $3 for 34U, from coles.
PROBLEM Leaves are misshapen and stunted SOLUTION Prune off and dispose of infested leaves, stems and shoots then spray the tree with white oil, making sure to coat the pests.
HortiSo white Oil conSentrTte, $12 for 500ml. hortiSo.Som.Tu
PROBLEM Black insects cover new growth, leaves wither and buds drop SOLUTION Prune affected shoots to encourage new, healthy growth and apply pyrethrum, also spraying it around the base of the tree.
YTtes Pyrethrum InseSt Pest Killer, Tbout $12 for 200ml. yTtes.Som.Tu
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AquATIc uPkeeP
planting a pond
give your water garden a little maintenance now for a lush display throughout the summer months
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ate spring is when the water temperature begins to rise and marks the beginning of the year for pond plants. There are five types of pond plants. Deep-water varieties grow over 400mm deep, shallow from 200 to 400mm, and marginal at 200mm. Bog plants grow around the edge and floating aquatic plants sit on the waters surface.
A good balance of plant types will stabilise water temperature, reduce evaporation and algae, oxygenate the water, provide shade and shelter for pond life, and help control erosion. For an easy-care pond, grow deep and shallow water plants plus marginal plants in rigid plastic mesh baskets. TIP Always use a specially formulated aquatic potting mix for water plants.
AqNapIo roNnd Lily PlantinO BasLet, 220 x 130mm, $4. aqNateHeqNipment.Hom
Planting water lilies

Water lilies are deep-water plants that need a pond depth of 450 to 600mm or more. To pot up for a water garden, trim the fibrous roots and cut off any dead or rotted sections of the stem or rhizome.
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1 LINe THe BASkeT with hessian to l keep the growing medium contained then half-fill with a specialist potting mix formulated for aquatic plants.
2 POSITION THe LILy in the centre, add l
mix to 30mm from the rim and firm it down. Add coarse graTel, trim the liner and saturate the mix with pond water.
3 LOwer THe BASkeT into the l pond until the shoots reach the surface. Sit it on bricks if needed and remoTe them as the plant Srows.
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Most ponds look their best in late spring, when many plants are in flower and others are enjoying a surge of new growth.
The health of a pond is delicately balanced and one of the factors that negatively affect aquatic flora and fauna is a change in the pH of the water. Testing kits are available from aquarium and hardware stores to accurately test the acidity or alkalinity of pond water. Readings between 6.5 and 8.5 are good but if the water has a pH above or below these levels, plants and fish will suffer. TIP Add peat tA lAwer the pH Ar baking sAda tA raise it.
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Keep it HeAltHy
To maintain the delicate balance of life in your pond, now is the time to control rampant water plants and ensure part of the surface is kept clear. DiViDe plANtS that are overgrown or old, creating healthy young plants. tOp Up the gravel in the baskets of submerged plants to weigh them down. CleAR weeds from one-third of the water surface. Use a rake to drag out big layers of blanket weed, leaving it on the side blANKet overnight to give water snails WeeD and beneficial insects a chance to crawl back into the pond. tRANSplANt aquatic plants while in active growth to give them a long time to establish in their new position before the onset of winter weather. GROW oxygenating plants from 150mm long tip cuttings. Tie eight together at the base then plant each bunch, with the string buried, at the bottom of the pond. plANt three bunches of oxygenating plants for every square metre of pond. They absorb minerals and carbon dioxide in the water and are essential to maintain its clarity and quality. ADD floating plants like native bladderwort and fairy moss to the surface to provide shade and stop the build-up of algae and blanket weed.
As the weather gets warmer the water KeveK of a pond can drop fast, so check Nt reguKarKy and top up wNth the hose.
CHOOSiNG A VARiety
Most bEcJMErd ponds Ere creEted using E preformed sLell or dug to E uniform deptL, so tLeir needs Ere simple. Use deep or sLEllow wEter plEnts tLEt cEn be plEnted Ebout 300mm down, End bog vErieties Eround tLe edge for lEndscEping.
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n Water lily n Lotus n Water LawtLorn n Water violet
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n Water snowflake n Tall spike rusL n Water poppy n Ribbon grass
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n Japanese sweet flag n Canna tropicanna n ElepLEnt eErs n WEter buttons
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