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The one outdoor room hack you need to try

This easy weekend DIY project will transform your tired old outdoor setting - by Andrea Black
  • 31 Jan 2019
The one outdoor room hack you need to try

We all know there's still a lot left to the Aussie summer, and that means more backyard entertaining. Want an easy, affordable way to spruce up your outdoor furniture? A lick of paint over the weekend can go a long way to modernise and refresh your outdoor area.

 

 

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Dulux Colour Expert, Andrea Lucena-Orr says lashings of a cooler colour such as pale mint, or bold yellow contrast beautifully with exterior neutrals - timeless blacks, whites and mid-tone timbers - which instantly amplifies an outdoor area’s style quotient.

“Incorporating uplifting colour and prints in a neutral space can be transformative – adding a sense of energy and fun, reminiscent of luxury hotels and resorts.

“Exuberant shades such as Dulux Sea Foam or Lemon Delicious, are colours that can really make a huge impact, even in small doses. They are great for making a statement on outdoor furniture settings and exterior accessories.”

Table and bench seats in Dulux Sea Foam Aquanamel

Table and bench seats in Dulux Sea Foam Aquanamel

TRANSFORM YOUR OUTDOOR SETTING

1:  Gather your painting supplies – Dulux Aquanamel in your chosen colour(s), The table and chairs pictured are Dulux Aquanamel Sea Foam, Dulux 1Step Prep (if applying on a new timber surface), drop sheet, high quality synthetic brush for cutting in, short nap roller, roller tray, 400 grit sandpaper, painter’s tape, old cloths.

2:  Ensure the surface has been properly prepared prior to starting to paint. If this is a new timber surface, prime with Dulux 1Step Prep. Follow the label on the can for more information.

3:  Start by cutting in around the edges of furniture piece.

4:  Apply Dulux Aquanamel to the surface using short, horizontal brush strokes.

5:  Once you’ve completed an area, lightly smooth over the painted section with long brush strokes. Do not reload the brush when you do this. As a tip, do not brush too much – a few strokes should be enough to smooth the surface.

6:  Allow 2 hours to dry, then give the surface a light sand with 400 grit sandpaper.

7:  Repeat above steps for a second coat.

Andrea Black
Andrea Black
Travel, design and interiors writer Andrea Black embraces maximalism in the home, prefers mid-century modern style furniture and likes to hunt down vintage pieces. She specialises in travel relating to design, history, architecture and music. When visiting a city she will track down vintage vinyl record stores and bring home a local release.

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