7 Floating Shelves That Will Inspire You to Make Your Own

April 10, 2020

Floating shelves are not the work of the wizarding world – they’re popular storage solutions for your home. Working well in minimalist designs, these shelves create clean lines for contemporary living. Read on for attractive floating shelves ideas that will inspire you to make your own.  

Bathroom Makeover Challenge Part 5: Make a Unique Timber Curtain Rail

March 20, 2020

DIY specialist and professional renovator Natasha Dickins from Little Red Industries is back with part five in her Bathroom Makeover Challenge. Read on to discover how she updated the outdated shower screen.

Choosing (or even making) a Dining Table you’ll love forever

March 10, 2020

Great food is enjoyed at dining tables, many conversations, laughs and memories are to be had sitting at them – A dining table is the hidden gem of the home. That’s why you should choose (or even make) a dining table that you’ll love and will serve you, forevermore. How can you choose (or make) a dining table that will evolve with your style throughout the ages? Read more to find out how. 

Bathroom Makeover Challenge Part 4: Install a Recessed Shelf

February 20, 2020

Returning with the fourth part of her Bathroom Makeover Challenge is DIY expert and professional furniture maker Natasha Dickens of Little Red Industries. In this post, Natasha takes us through how to install a functional and stylish recessed shelf.

Kitchen Ideas That Will Shake Things up for Summer

February 10, 2020

Your outdoor entertaining area and barbeque isn’t the only area getting busy in the summer. Where are all the crockery and utensils stored? The cold drinks and delicious sides being prepared? The kitchen, that’s where! If you think your kitchen isn’t quite prepared for the upcoming silly season, here’s some fresh and funky, yet simple kitchen ideas to shake it up this Summer. 

Bathroom Makeover Challenge Part 3: Repurpose a Mirror

January 30, 2020

DIY specialist and professional furniture expert Natasha Dickens from Little Red Industries is back with part 3 of her Bathroom Makeover Challenge. Today she shares how to revamp your existing bathroom mirror with a touch of timber. The one element in a bathroom that doesn’t wear out or become dated is the mirror so there’s no reason it shouldn’t be reused. Adding a custom timber vanity table and changing the original aluminium frame of the mirror to timber adds a handcrafted element. It also helps the large mirror feel warmer and helps tie it into the rest of the refurb. Choose an adhesive that handles moisture, such as Bondall’s Bondcrete, which is also easy to work with and dries quickly and clear, and always seal new timber.

Your Ultimate Guide to Timber Stains, Oils and Finishes

January 24, 2020

Timber is an architectural and aesthetic feature, popular in both home interior and exterior designs. Simply installing timber is not enough, though, as you’ll need to maintain its brilliance with the right timber care products. Read on for Bondall’s ultimate guide to timber stains, oils and finishes for your timber care.

Bathroom Makeover Challenge Part 2: Building a Vanity

December 27, 2019

Natasha Dickens from Little Red Industries returns with her next DIY challenge, this time tackling a tired and outdated bathroom. Read on for part two of our bathroom makeover series, showing how Natasha gave this bathroom a full timber refresh, with a little help from Bondall’s products.

Bathroom Makeover Challenge Part 1: Getting Started

December 13, 2019

Natasha Dickens from Little Red Industries returns with her next DIY challenge, this time tackling a tired and outdated bathroom. Read on to find out how Natasha gave this bathroom a full timber refresh, with a little help from Bondall’s products.

The Biggest DIY Tiling Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

November 29, 2019

Some people like baking, others enjoy gardening – while you’ve decided that DIY home projects might be your thing. Perhaps there’s a home bathroom or laundry renovation you want to launch yourself into. The look and feel of tiles can really transform the blandest of rooms in a house into something special. Before you try your hand at DIY tiling though, you should know about the most common tiling mistakes and how to avoid them.