This simple Kmart trick will transform your outdoor space on a budget!
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At the SDC, we love a good Kmart hack. Not only are they usually very cheap and easy to do, but they can also add a real touch of style to your home – both inside and out.
We’ve seen some really impressive hacks over the years, from using Kmart products as tiling splashbacks to giving coffee tables a whole new lease on life. But this latest one might just be our favourite yet!
Recently, one clever mum took to a popular Facebook group to share how she had used some stone decking tiles from Kmart – which normally sell for just $29 for a pack of four – to modernise some old outdoor plant pots. And the results are amazing!
'Gave these old concrete pots a freshen up using chalk paint and tile stones,' she wrote in her post, alongside some before-and-after photos of her handiwork.
The post has quickly gained traction, amassing more than 3,000 likes from group members who were stunned by the gorgeous transformation.
One person exclaimed: 'How frigging amazing! Are you kidding?'
'Best post ever. Beautiful upcycling!' another praised.
A third chimed in: 'OMG, I have some of these and was ready to chuck them. Will be doing your trick. Thanks so much for sharing.'
While she admitted that making her own planters was not a very easy feat for her, Hannah, the original poster of the tip, was not expecting the overwhelming support she received from the group members.
The mum said: 'I was hesitant to post them as I've never posted anything in a group forum before but I'm completely blown away by the feedback.'
'I have received nothing but beautiful comments from everyone. Very humbling.'
Sharing some of the steps she took to finish the project, Hannah said that she tried replicating the stone tile and grout combination after seeing it on a post on a Facebook group.
'I sat them outside to dry in front of my palm and thought the stone looked nice against greenery,' she explained.
'They were a lot easier to do than the side tables as I'd done a bit of trial and error already.'
Key Takeaways
Kmart's stone decking tiles can be used to modernise outdoor plant pots.
To do this, simply paint the pots with chalk paint, and then stick the tiles on with tile adhesive.
Finish off by grouting the gaps between the tiles, and sealing the pots once dry.
For those of you who are looking for a more detailed guide on how Hannah achieved the look, here's the step-by-step procedure:
MATERIALS
Kmart white chalk paint
Kmart stone tiles
Tile adhesive (Bunnings)
Dunlop flexible grout (Bunnings) - the small pot is extra white and the large is white
Grouting tools
Sealer (Bunnings)
Sugar soap
METHOD
1. Apply two coats of chalk paint to the top and bottom trims.
2. Pull the stones from the backing, then the silicone tile adhesive to attach each one to the pot.
3. Mix the grout and press it into the gaps. (Tip: Wearing gloves makes the mixing process simpler)
4. The extra grout can then be scraped off using the grouting tools.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for all sides.
6. Use a moist sponge to smooth out the grout. (Tip: Allow grout to be semi-dry for this step)
7. To restore part of the colour, wipe each stone with a sugar soap wipe individually.
8. Seal once dry.
So, there you have it, members! This DIY project turned out so well that it almost looks professionally made. Are you looking to give this a try as well? Better yet, do you have other outdoor DIY projects you'd like to share with us? Let us know in the comments below!
We’ve seen some really impressive hacks over the years, from using Kmart products as tiling splashbacks to giving coffee tables a whole new lease on life. But this latest one might just be our favourite yet!
Recently, one clever mum took to a popular Facebook group to share how she had used some stone decking tiles from Kmart – which normally sell for just $29 for a pack of four – to modernise some old outdoor plant pots. And the results are amazing!
'Gave these old concrete pots a freshen up using chalk paint and tile stones,' she wrote in her post, alongside some before-and-after photos of her handiwork.
The mum gave her garden pots a fresh makeover by painting them with chalk paint and stone decking tiles from Kmart. Credit: Facebook.
The post has quickly gained traction, amassing more than 3,000 likes from group members who were stunned by the gorgeous transformation.
One person exclaimed: 'How frigging amazing! Are you kidding?'
'Best post ever. Beautiful upcycling!' another praised.
A third chimed in: 'OMG, I have some of these and was ready to chuck them. Will be doing your trick. Thanks so much for sharing.'
While she admitted that making her own planters was not a very easy feat for her, Hannah, the original poster of the tip, was not expecting the overwhelming support she received from the group members.
The mum said: 'I was hesitant to post them as I've never posted anything in a group forum before but I'm completely blown away by the feedback.'
'I have received nothing but beautiful comments from everyone. Very humbling.'
In addition to stone decking tiles from Kmart ($29 for four), Hannah also utilised tile adhesive from Bunnings. Credit: Kmart/Bunnings.
Sharing some of the steps she took to finish the project, Hannah said that she tried replicating the stone tile and grout combination after seeing it on a post on a Facebook group.
'I sat them outside to dry in front of my palm and thought the stone looked nice against greenery,' she explained.
'They were a lot easier to do than the side tables as I'd done a bit of trial and error already.'
Key Takeaways
Kmart's stone decking tiles can be used to modernise outdoor plant pots.
To do this, simply paint the pots with chalk paint, and then stick the tiles on with tile adhesive.
Finish off by grouting the gaps between the tiles, and sealing the pots once dry.
For those of you who are looking for a more detailed guide on how Hannah achieved the look, here's the step-by-step procedure:
MATERIALS
Kmart white chalk paint
Kmart stone tiles
Tile adhesive (Bunnings)
Dunlop flexible grout (Bunnings) - the small pot is extra white and the large is white
Grouting tools
Sealer (Bunnings)
Sugar soap
METHOD
1. Apply two coats of chalk paint to the top and bottom trims.
2. Pull the stones from the backing, then the silicone tile adhesive to attach each one to the pot.
3. Mix the grout and press it into the gaps. (Tip: Wearing gloves makes the mixing process simpler)
4. The extra grout can then be scraped off using the grouting tools.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for all sides.
6. Use a moist sponge to smooth out the grout. (Tip: Allow grout to be semi-dry for this step)
7. To restore part of the colour, wipe each stone with a sugar soap wipe individually.
8. Seal once dry.
So, there you have it, members! This DIY project turned out so well that it almost looks professionally made. Are you looking to give this a try as well? Better yet, do you have other outdoor DIY projects you'd like to share with us? Let us know in the comments below!