Step one set a budget as that will dictate what can be achieved Step two decide on whether its greenery, opaque or arty. Step three match budget to style and mix in time and you will know what you are going to achieve. Let's start with opaque. The quickest solution. Get your windows tinted with opaque film. Stops the view but let's in the light. If it's greenery then think huge pots full of creepers like jasmine or ivy or clumping bamboo. Screen off the air con unit, attach screen to the fence, place pots strategically and wait a couple of years. If it's arty, paint the fence white, red or yellow, invest in some trompe Leol concepts or hang outdoor sculptures. Arty needs a lot of planning but is great to reflect your style

I am leaning toward this product CD50 EXTREME so we don't have to strip back the coating any time. I'm prepared to recoat every 8 months to keep it looking good. I'll prob use a slight tint just for extra sun protection. It's next to a pool and spa and full sun so wish me luck! Would love to get more opinions. My builder says use Sikens but I never want the issue of the finish flaking and splitting and then having to strip back.

yvonne.. re sanding cupboards I had mine professionally sanded because they were looking worn. timber is American Oak and it really didn't lighten very much by sanding. so depending on your timber you might not achieve much. i would change a few upper cabinets with glass doors, white perspex or remove a few doors, paint the back of shelving and hang wine glasses or whetever and break the load that way. I replaced my range hood with a pull out chrome one and that in itself made a difference nt tying in with the chrome handles. see pictures. maybe you could paint the legs or reupholster the stools to white...all part of the kitchen.

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