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For many, the weekend is the perfect time take on a home improvement project. From creating a veggie garden to refreshing tired rooms, there’s a lot you can do in a weekend and it doesn’t have to cost you the world either! With plenty of long weekends coming up, you may be thinking of ticking a few home renos off your list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From budget friendly DIYs to simple home improvement projects, we’ve found the best weekend renovation ideas to share with you. Keep scrolling for plenty of inspo to transform your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Do that<\/em> paint project<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We often say there’s no better bang for buck when renovating than with paint. It instantly transforms a space and most of us have at least one paint project on our to-do list. What better time than a free weekend to tackle the project?!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you want to add a pop of colour to your front door<\/a> or transform your living room<\/a>, we’ve got plenty of renovation projects to inspire you<\/a>. And if you’re a painting newbie, our how to paint like a pro article<\/a> has you covered, along with Gina’s #1 painting tip<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Mudroom bench hack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Been dreaming of creating a mudroom at your home<\/a>? It could be easier than you think! This clever hack by Taralee uses two Kmart<\/a> rattan sideboards to create a gorgeous boho bench seat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another popular place to shop for furniture and cabinetry that you can hack is IKEA. Check out this article with our favourite IKEA hacks to inspire a project of your own<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Boho inspired mudroom by Taralee Fraley via Kmart hacks & decor Facebook page<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

3. Temporary wall transformation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dulux Trend Forecaster and Stylist, Bree Leech, filled in a cut-out wall between two adjoining rooms in her rental property using only a fluted Laminex wall panel and some paint. This clever idea adds texture and a big pop of (temporary) colour to her space, making it an ideal home improvement project for renters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Find out more about adding colour to a rental from Interior Designer Bree Leech here<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

4. Built-in bookcase pantry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This IKEA bookshelf turned stunning built-in pantry from Breakfast at Kellie’s<\/a> is pure genius! She achieved her dream kitchen storage solution while on a budget and without needing to completely renovate her kitchen. I mean, we can’t even tell it’s a bookcase! <\/p>\n\n\n

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Find more clever and stylish IKEA home hacks here!<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n