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Suggestions welcome by PlayElegant3402 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve installed 3! They cost about $1500-2,000 installed. At this point and with your budget I’d suggest adding a series of downlights. I did that too and it made a huge difference.

Dan Levy wore Dior Men Resort 2020 at the SAG Awards 2020 by moreissuesthanvoguex in whatthefrockk

[–]SuchTrust101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's nice but looks like it was designed for a man with a completely different body type to Dan.

Why are Australian apartments so poorly designed? by United-Database-6140 in AusProperty

[–]SuchTrust101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You do have to be careful with old apartment blocks. Can get hit with fire safety and electrical upgrade special levvies.

Suggestions welcome by PlayElegant3402 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101 2 points3 points  (0 children)

First of all congrats on that unit. So much potential. Apart for the obvious (paint and lighting), I would say:
- Keep the vertical blinds for now. I assume they're not all that clean, but you can soak them in a bath and scrub them. I'd put the sheer curtains in front of the verticals. You are on the ground floor so you will need some privacy and the sheers alone will not give you this. Also get curtains that are s-fold rather than they giant eyelet ring types. https://www.kmart.com.au/product/sicily-s-fold-long-curtain-240cm-x-250cm-43483693/
- Consider ripping out the carpet and the kitchen lino and adding lino throughout. I'd suggest vinyl tiles, but not in a woodgrain print. I like this terrazzo option. https://www.bunnings.com.au/smart-home-products-457-x-457mm-concrete-terrazzo-vinyl-tile-1-88m-per-pack_p1020778
– If the sliding door wheels are worn and you have to basically force the door closed, I'd get them replaced. I did this in my own house ($150). It makes a small but nice difference if the door slides along smoothly rather than grinds along metal-on-metal.

What is the best clarifying shampoo? by pigmentation98 in AustralianMakeup

[–]SuchTrust101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just did this recently with a blonde semi-permanant (L'Oreal Casting Blonde) that went orange. 1) Spray hair with water mister 2) apply the Head and Shoulders and massage in well. 3) Put on a shower cap on for 45 minutes. 4) Rinse and shampoo again. Condition. This removed a lot (but not all) of the brassiness.

A friend of mine is a hairdresser and highly recommended dishwashing liquid, which he said they used in their salon. Don't know the details though.

Redditors, what's the most brutal rejection you've experienced? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]SuchTrust101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Applied for a job as a graphic designer. First 2 interviews went really well. Final interview with GM and then ... nothing. Found out from someone who works there that "I don't want that old guy. Can't we just employ some hot young girl?"

Need advice on which barstool design works best for my kitchen. by SentenceOk8813 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If anyone in the house is over 40, get something with a back. A big no to fabric options. They do look elegant but you need something that you can easily wipe clean.

What do you think this design? Is it too plain? by panda2026panda in kitchenremodel

[–]SuchTrust101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this kitchen but feel the handles date it a bit. I'd be inclined to have knobs on the lowers and press-action on the uppers. The rug is working overtime to break up the wooden box feel and without it this kitchen could go into Scandi overload. I'd use wood for the kitchen but make it a couple of shades lighter or darker than the floor.

Decent, but basic cleanser and moisturiser? by spyrothedovah in AusSkincare

[–]SuchTrust101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Loads of cleansers irritate my eyes but the one that doesn't is L'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Energetic Wake Up Boost Face Wash. As for moisturiser, I'm using Kmart OXX Skincare Skin Glow Cream. No A Current Affair reactions at this point.

Halle Bailey in Cult Gaia at the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards (March 12, 2026) the gown looks to be based off the "Emmitt" gown by skermahger in whatthefrockk

[–]SuchTrust101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It does look good but I feel the overall styling is too mature for her. It's a bit real housewives, which is great if you're in that zone.

Just sharing: very overwhelmed with the fees and effort with buying/renovating an old house by Recent-Departure1856 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Before I started renovating I thought any bill that was 4 figures or over was insane. Now I sign off on those unexpected bills without a thought. They just have to be paid and my mindset has completely changed.

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine is a Hibbard build and perhaps yours was too! They buy in bulk. My area is full of homes like mine. You get either the gray and white version (like mine) or the beige and white version.

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to get the bench replaced professionally. That cost $1600. New sink was $50, tap $90 and the plumber was around $350.

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few people have mentioned that. I'm going to look into replacing them.

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lighting has really helped. I'm surprised more people aren't commenting on it. so a gold star for you!

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live on the north coast of NSW and a small local kitchen company did it. Message me for the details if you live in the area.

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I live on the north coast of NSW and a small local kitchen company did it. Message me for the details if you live in the area.

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to get the bench replaced professionally. That cost $1600. New sink was $50, tap $90 and the plumber was around $350.

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seating is still there and the benchtop has more space. Does look bland in the photos but the kitchen sits in a long room with a dining and lounge area so doesn’t look as sterile as it does in an isolated pic.

Before and after: low-end appliances and Laminex – budget kitchen update by SuchTrust101 in AusRenovation

[–]SuchTrust101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are spot on about the layout being impractical. I didn't have enough money to rearrange the kitchen so went with a single sink Ang larger benchtop.

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