Feast your eyes on these images of the popular colour in action. As you can see, it looks incredible on timber panelling and can make your whites pop like nobody’s business. You can’t buy Farrow & Ball paint in Australia, but it is possible to source similarly beautiful hues – check out Porter’s Paints’ ‘Obsidian’, Dulux’s ‘Maximus’, Murobond’s ‘Boro 2’ from its The Society Inc collection, and ‘Viking’ from the Haymes Interior Expressions range. Tell us… are you tempted to try it?
Hallway This asymmetrical hallway called for a different lighting approach, with wall lights used to create a focal point and distract from the architecture. The lighting effect from these LED wall lights is directional, casting a wash of light up and down the wall surface, with a golden glow to create a welcoming impression. Tip: Wall lights are also a good option where space is at a premium
Entrance Add impact in the entry of your home with a statement feature light. Go for a single dramatic pendant or chandelier that reflects the style of your home. This crystal and gunmetal chandelier is the right scale to make a grand entrance to this modern French provincial home. A line of downlights beyond leads you further into the heart of the home, while a cluster of smaller lights also works well as a welcoming entrance feature. Be sure to choose designs that echo the architectural style of your home. Tip: To get the right length for your light fixture, measure ceiling height remembering to allow a minimum 2.1 metres from the bottom of the fixture to the floor. If your ceilings are extra high, the fixture can go a bit higher to suit the proportions of the space. A rough sketch will help you visualise.
◦Create a solution of 1 teaspoon tea tree oil to 1 cup water (shake well before use), or 4 parts white vinegar to 1 part water in a spray bottle ◦Spray the area liberally and leave for at least 20 minutes ◦Physically remove the mould by lightly sponging the area with clean water You may need to repeat this process a few times if the mould is established. Contemporary Dining Room by Hufft Projects Hufft Projects Save Email To prevent the mould from returning, make sure the area has airflow through windows and doorways; if not, consider installing an exhaust fan. Also think about heating the room in cold or wet weather to encourage dryness. (For roof and gutter leaks, see below.)
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