Category: DIY Projects

For those of us that are dog lovers, there is something that we all typically dread – bath time. Not for ourselves of course, but for our four-legged friends. If you’re constantly chasing your dog around the place with the hose, trying to hold them down while you attempt to give them a scrub, you may need something…

If you are tired of having a yard full of your garden tools and you want to create the ultimate garden pallet shed but don’t want to spend big bucks on an expensive shed, you can create a super functional space by simply using old pallets. With a few simple materials, you to can create…

Don’t have the fortune of a lot of outdoor space? Maybe your entertaining area is a bit of a mess? Or maybe you just love diy! Why not build your own outdoor storage bench with ToolMates Hire! Step 1: Build the base Whether you do it yourself or at the hardware store, you need to…

Are you fed up with the heat during summer or keen to create a portable air conditioner without having to pay ridiculous prices? A portable DIY air conditioning cooler made from an Esky or cooler box could be the answer to your prayers. Made from an Esky or cooler box, this portable air conditioning cooler…

Could there be anything cooler than having a pizza oven in your backyard! In this article, we outline the step-by-step guide to creating your own pizza oven that is movable, so suitable for people that are renting and may need to move it to another property if required. The pizza oven is lightweight, uses fire…

Most of us have a love for outdoor entertaining. While it can be easy to entertain during the day, entertaining at night can be problematic if you don’t have the right lighting available. With outdoor areas, not everyone can have a custom-built pergola to provide shade and lighting solutions, and in many cases, something removable…

If you’re short on space but you love gardening, a vertical pallet garden is a great option. Create a green and enticing space when you have no garden beds available or limited planting space in your backyard. Easy to build and maintain, a vertical garden is perfect for green thumbs who want to grow their…

If you have a lovely outdoor area but you’re lacking outdoor seating it can be a mission to find suitable outdoor furniture that not only fits the space but also doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. While you can rush out and try and track down furniture that suits you can also create the…

Creating a fire pit is one of the most popular landscaping features in an outdoor space and can add a super cool area for you and your friends to enjoy during summer BBQ’s and social functions. If you’ve got the space in your backyard that is flat and a safe distance from your house or…

If you’re looking to create a comfortable and luxurious garden loungers but don’t have the champagne budget to buy one from a fancy outdoor furniture store, you could have the perfect materials right under your nose. Using a couple of old pallets you can usually find laying around at a building site, home hardware depot…