Design by D9

Decor, DIY and my Dog

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DIY Epoxy Counters

Keep reading to see how to do Diy Epoxy Counters

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I applied the Envirotex Lite Epoxy on the first section of the counter, just the corner piece. and was  relieved. I started to worry about the application of the Envirotex, so I did a bit more research, and found that some people just used Minwax Polycrylic to seal the stone finish. [Read more…]

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Stone finish counters

My Condominium was built in 1994. I believe the original colour scheme was in the pink family. I remember my Mom’s house being very peachy in the 90’s and it being quite trendy. 25 years later, not so trendy or peachy ;-). The original counters are pink, or probably more accurately dusty rose –  ick. I can tell you that I have personally removed these very same counter-tops from THREE different homes. Why do I think the next place I buy is going to have them too? I was thinking that it would probably be best to just buck up and pay for new counters. But since that involves ripping them out anyway, then why not try something first, just to see if it works? [Read more…]

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Renovating Greg’s Condo

So, here goes my latest project. This is my boyfriend Greg’s condo. We have been together for 7 years, and have lived in the same building in different condos. His is on the second floor, and mine is on the 3rd floor (top floor). We have finally decided to sell both places and move in to a bigger better place. More room for us and the critters. I really really want a rec-room or space where all the JUNK can go, and stay, as opposed to being in my living room.

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