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News and Features Writer RobP
News and Features Writer
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woodenwookie
Making a Splash
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This is a simple floating desk to fill the void created when we did the bathroom renovations. It sits a little too high for my liking but we'll rect ...

sammilne
Having an Impact
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A simple and fun DIY hanging herb garden that uses only 5 materials. This hanging herb garden can be made to suit more or less pots and you could even ...

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newlawnaddict
Just Starting Out
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Hi everyone; new poster here! Have recently had a new lawn installed and have fully got the big for wanting to maintain a pristine lawn! as it’s n ...

SyedAhmed
Growing in Experience
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Hi Team. I've had a shed installed last week, and have noticed a few of these screws sticking out down the inside of the walls and along the roof. ...

henrywr
Growing in Experience
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Hi everyone,I've been a longtime reader of the workshop forum and have really enjoyed the positive and constructive community atmosphere, not to menti ...

gsusarla
Community Newcomer
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Hi all, Just joined today & happy to get some expert advice. My fence cap was rotten and I have replaced it. The fence has been clad with a cement she ...

Bel789
Getting Established
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My house is clad in fibre cement large flat sheets. A crack has developed on the surface that is irregular in shape and not on a join, nor is it strai ...

ElvisGazz
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I’m about to build a pathway pergola similar to the picture attached and was thinking 100x100 treated pine posts with 140x 45 treated pine for the wa ...

EllieBee
Finding My Feet

  Hello! I have had a look at the step-by-step guide on repairing cracked cornices but I had a few more questions. I have purchased the supplies in t ...

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Community Manager Jason
Community Manager
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Painting aluminium window frames is a cheaper alternative to removing the entire set. The key to a successful paint job is preparation. Give the win ...

Community Manager Jason
Community Manager
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I like bromeliads. There are lots of different varieties and they are tough and grow well indoors. This Guzmania is an example. - greygardener Peac ...

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Meet the community
  • Meet Judy, a hands-on person

    Judy believes D.I.Y. projects give you a real sense of achievement. Home improvement is also a continual learning process. "It stretches your imagination," Judy says. "It challenges you. And you end up with something you are proud of."

  • Meet Rob, who renovates caravans

    Rob only started renovating caravans in recent years, but his stylish projects have been a big hit with the Workshop community. "I sit at a desk all week and so it's good to indulge my 'inner tradie' at the weekends. I think of it as physical creativity."

  • Meet Nham, who loves exploring new ideas

    As a university professor, Nham has freedom to explore new ideas, and brings the same approach to his home improvement projects. Nham's projects typically include step-by-step instructions and lists of materials, making them extremely popular with the community. He loves being able to “fix a problem, create and build."