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C olour is what enhances an interior or exterior, and selecting colour for your home is a difficult process. People may say oh... just go neutral. However, it is important to make sure you get the correct tones in that neutral, as this can be the difference between walls looking like cardboard, or those that flow and sit well with furnishings, floorings and art work or exterior surroundings. Paint colour turns any room into a living space, hides blemishes, raises or lowers the ceiling, and sets a room’s mood. Paint colours need to create an environment that can be lived and worked in every day. Trends in colour come and go, some faster than others. But, what makes an interior look

These compounds are what you smell & breath in, when paint is applied and is drying. VOC’s contribute negatively to indoor air quality through emissions, both during and after curing. The lower the VOC the better for all. As a colour consultant I work with the individual by suggesting options, combinations and accents, but the final choice will rest with the homeowner. If you need help in choosing your colours for your next project, contact me.

current is using a mix of different furnishings, and accessories. It’s the colour combinations the eye sees first. If you are thinking of renovating your house it is a great idea to start flicking through magazines, looking on websites like Pintrest and Instagram, blog sites etc., as these are all good areas to research. A good starting point on your creative journey, is when you see something you like print it off or cut it out, and create a mood board. This will show you the style and colours that are appealing to you. An important area to consider when choosing a paint company, is your living environment. Paints have what are known as Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) in them.

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CHARCOAL BBQ’S READY IN 10 MINS WITH BBQ DRAGON New BBQ Dragon cuts preparation time to just 10 minutes, by delivering a large volume of low velocity cool air to the coals, chemical-free. The air volume can be easily set to suit different charcoal cooking situations, such as a bonfire, outdoor fire pit, smokers, wood stoves, fireplaces or campfires. It can be clipped to the grill for hands-free operation if required. BBQ Dragon is powered by rechargeable AA batteries so it can be used anywhere. Available from Bunnings RRP $59.95.

Residential & Commerical Interior & Exterior Colour Consultant 0414 410 961

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