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The Irish Sun
10-05-2025
- General
- The Irish Sun
I was sick of painting my fence to get rid of green algae – £10 bathroom buy transformed it in seconds & took no effort
WE all love a clean and tidy garden, but the work that comes with that isn't as welcome. So, one savvy gardener who was fed up with painting her fence every single year found an Advertisement 2 Lesley was sick of green algae ruining her fence Credit: Facebook/gardeningonabudgetofficial 2 So she decided to cover it up with a £10 buy Credit: Facebook/gardeningonabudgetofficial Lesley Timby, from the UK, took the time to share her clever gardening hack on social media . She first showed the Unfortunately for Lesley, green algae kept growing all over the structure even after cleaning and painting it. So, instead of repeating the same job this year, she decided to switch things up and cover the fence with shower curtains. Advertisement READ MORE GARDEN MAKEOVERS Lesley wrote: "Job for today. "After spending lots of cash on black duck back fence paint only for it to keep turning green after winter, I decided to give shower curtains a go. "Looks amazing." The shower curtain hack became popular last year and is still going strong. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Take one look at the # And it's easy to see why the trend is so popular, if your fence is damaged it can cost an average of £30-40 to replace it, whereas a shower curtain costs just £10. DIY Privacy Fences: Affordable Garden Solutions Lesley used two shower curtains to cover her fence, and both displayed a picture of two blue chairs and a table with large matching vases on either side with giant shrubs inside. It was finished off with a matching blue window printed on it and two lanterns. Advertisement Lesley was pleased with the transformation, which meant she no longer had to worry about the algae lurking underneath. People were quick to take to the comments on the post shared in the group, Gardening On A Budget Official. How to get algae off fences ABS Fencing shared a list of do's and don'ts when it comes to cleaning green algae off your fence. Don't use household mould or mildew remover sprays as these are generally intended for use on hard surfaces indoor. Don't use bleach in the garden, it kills a lot more than the mould. Don't try sanding back the top surface of the wood, as algae will just regrow back. Don't bother with power hosing – that only opens up the timber grain and allows more water inside, making the problem worse down the line. Do use white vinegar mixed with hot water in a spray bottle and work it in with a brush, leave for 30 mins or more, then hose down. Do repaint when dry with good quality fence paint. They loved the look of Lesley's new garden feature and others were inspired to do the same. One person wrote: "Love it." Advertisement Another commented: "Just done mine as well." "Looks fab that. We did it with bamboo shower curtains but I love yours more ," penned a third. Someone else added: 'Just done mine as well." Fabulous will pay for your exclusive stories. Just email: fabulousdigital@ and pop EXCLUSIVE in the subject line . Advertisement
The Irish Sun
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I spent less than £100 doing up my kitchen with Next buys & can't believe the difference – it's like a new room
A WOMAN has left people gobsmacked after sharing her epic kitchen makeover on a budget. According to data by Megan Pender proved there's no need to fork out the eye-watering sum. 2 Mum Megan did up her kitchen with the help of her hubby for less than £100 Credit: DIY On A Budget Official/facebook 2 The now-updated lighter cupboards looked chic and trendy and went perfect with the wooden-effect worktops Credit: DIY On A Budget Official/facebook The money-smart mum, from the UK, managed to revamp her dull kitchen on a What's even more impressive, Megan revealed in Before the renovation project, which cost the couple less than £100, the beige kitchen lacked character, featuring wooden cupboards, a dark grey worktop and no curtains by the windows. But working on the DIY glow-up, the crafty pair managed to totally turn it upside down, giving the kitchen a brand new look, giving it a more modern feel. read more on homes Instead of spending hundreds on new cupboards, the Facebook user decided to simply zhuzh up the existing set by painting them with Rust-Oleum Hessian Matt Cupboard Paint. Fellow DIY lovers can get this now on sale at Dunelm for just £18.40 for a 750ml tin - and according to Megan, they only used one pot. Whilst sprucing up the cupboards, the couple also changed the old handles - and replaced them with chic matt black ones that cost them less than £2. The now-updated lighter cupboards looked chic and trendy and went perfect with the wooden-effect worktops and the light wooden flooring. Most read in Fabulous For the kitchen counter, the mum told other members of the popular Another subtle yet effective touch was the new set of blinds, which Megan had found at Next, the shared in the comments. Council Lounge Makeover with B&Q buy All chuffed with the epic glow-up - and rightly so - Anne proudly showed off the jaw-dropping results on social media. She wrote in the caption, before revealing the next steps in the ''Still got the backlash to finish and a few finishing touches but can't believe the difference it's like a new kitchen!'' The gorgeous renovation project has clearly impressed many, as the post has racked up close to 120 likes in just two days. 10 DIY hacks for under £1 each These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money Homemade Air Freshener: Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh. Upcycled Tin Can Planters: Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants. Custom Phone Stand: Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint. DIY Lip Scrub: Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container. Personalised Bookmarks: Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch. Decorative Mason Jars: Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders. Easy Cable Organiser: Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape. Magnetic Spice Jars: Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage. Handmade Coasters: Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters. Natural All-Purpose Cleaner: Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home. 'Well done to yourself and husband' Dozens of members flocked to comments to praise Anne, with many in total disbelief. One fan wrote: ''Really well done. I love your microwave and toaster too. I bet you're well pleased with it.'' Someone else chimed in: ''Looks lovely, I love the black handles!'' A third commented: 'It's really lovely, well done to yourself and husband.'' ''Looks fab, love the colour,'' another member of the page added.
