Hello and welcome to another issue of habitat.
By the time this magazine reaches you, warmer weather should be upon us, along with the enthusiasm we all have for DIY and maintenance projects that inevitably comes when the sun shines.
We have lots of new product and decorating ideas to share with you to help you make the most of your home and garden, from quick and easy ways to spruce up bathrooms and kitchens, to a close look at the latest design trends and handy project ideas you can do in a day.
We hope you find something in these pages to inspire and excite you – and if you need more expert advice, paint tips or just fresh colour inspiration, our friendly staff at your local Resene ColorShop are there to help you with every aspect of your decorating projects.
Happy decorating!
The Resene team
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New products and ideas for your home. Have a look at this amazing new line-up and get inspired... more
Celebrating the sun is an uplifting design concept to guide you to a cohesive interior or exterior space... more
Decorating the exterior of your home is about creating a lasting first impression and setting the tone for what lies within... more
Homeowners get creative with paint to give their outdoor areas a colourful makeover... more
Wayne Gibson brings Canadian charm to local gardens... more
The Upcycler Jacob Leaf has a simple idea to add practical style to your outdoor entertaining with a fence bar made from wood pallets.... more
Four fast, simple and effective decorating ideas to upgrade your seating.... more
Create functional outdoor spaces that speak to your mood as well as your staycation style.... more
Nothing evokes the dreamy days of summer better than interiors that feel like a natural expression of the people who live in them.... more
Sometimes the best place to start deciding on a new look for your home is looking at what others have done. It can be inspiring and exciting to see how and where colour can be used.... more
Shaker-style doors add an instant statement to your home and they're surprisingly easy to do yourself... more
With a Resene testpot or two you can transform your spaces quickly, easily and inexpensively... more
Turn wallpaper into a design time machine... more
Paint is a durable and user-friendly choice for decorating functional ‘wet area’ rooms like kitchens, bathrooms and laundries.... more
As a reno expert with more than 10 years in the construction sector, Jen Jones has the tips and tricks up her sleeve to transform any space.... more
Front wall in Resene Chicago, back wall in Resene Silver Chalice, decking in Resene Woodsman Decking Oil Stain Natural, floorboards and middle chair in Resene Shade and other chairs in Resene Tulip Tree and Resene Woodsman Whero. Exterior wood trim in Resene Half Sea Fog, wall light and skirting in Resene Double Sea Fog, planter pots in Resene Silver Chalice and Resene Possessed, side table in Resene Chicago and small items in Resene Red Red Red, Resene Chicago, Resene Tulip Tree and Resene Possessed. Couch from Derlook.
project Moneuan Ryan image Bryce Carleton
For habitat highlights Resene has donated 500 native trees to Trees That Count to help regenerate our native forests. This adds to the many thousands of native trees Resene and Resene Eco.Decorators have donated since 2020.
Printed copies of habitat highlights are available from late March 2024 at Resene ColorShops and resellers, while stocks last. You can view back issues of habitat magazine online.
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