Welcome to our DIY (Do it Yourself) advice & resources page. A comprehensive guide for anyone seeking information on how-to best prepare for and tackle a home renovation with success. Here you'll find a collection of resources that detail the essential details and advice you may need while undertaking DIY renovation tasks. Whether you are undergoing a small bathroom renovation or a bigger kitchen remodel, you may gain some insights that could save you some time and money whilst undergoing your renovation project.

Where to begin renovating?

Starting a renovation can seem nerve-racking but its really as not as hard as it first seems! In fact, thousands of everyday Australians are renovating their home as we speak. Now more than ever we can appreciate the importance of having a home that serves our needs and is able to comfortably house us and our families.

If you are still apprehensive about jumping into a bathroom renovation project, it is worth knowing that a bathroom renovation can add value to your home, so you will not only be improving your quality of life but you will also be making a great investment to the value of your home. To find out more about how to best maximise your renovation return on investment, read our guide on adding value to your home.

When a large project seems overwhelming the best strategy is to tackle one task at a time, so why not start on something simple like measuring your bathroom? After you have created some rough dimensions, you will already start feeling prepared, productive and empowedered to start your renovation journey. Then you can drill down (pardon the pun) and asses what you can do yourself (DIY) and which tasks you will need to hire a professional for. Small projects such as installing a bathroom vanity unit are perfect DIY projects for you to start with.

Renovation Tool Kit

Download the Tool Kit and start your renovation with confidence!

Don't know how much your renovation would cost? Not sure when to bring in a trades person? When you actually start your renovation, you'll find it's all these details that will make or break your renovation project.

That's why we created the Fontaine Renovation Tool Kit. You can use it to plan for your renovation budget and tracking every detail of the project! All the tools and templates in this Tool Kit are fully customisable that can suit your specific needs. You can also evaluate your own budget by comparing with the sample budget and plans that we have collected from real Australian renovation & building projects.