MEET YOUR NEW KITCHEN

If you don’t have cash for a reno, here’s how to transform the hub of your home

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With a focus on texture and hue, small touches such as fresh flowers, pottery, a floor rug and even tea towels can help to turn a work zone into a welcoming space.

kitchens are traditionally the most expensive room in the home to renovate, starting from $10,000. However, if you want to bring your dated kitchen bang up to date on a budget, you can, with a fantastic facelift for less than $1500. The secret is to resurface and replace. You won’t believe what you can do with specialist paint. There is no demolition work, and no exxy tradies involved, just lots of clever DIY ideas and some simple styling tips.

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