Take advantage of the warmer weather and get stuck into these outdoor projects. Some are practical, some are for the kids and others are just plain fun – and all can be finished with a coating of Resene paint or stain. All skill levels are catered to in this list and the projects featured can generally be completed over a weekend.
The wheel deal
This DIY go-kart is made from plywood and is finished with a lick of bright blue Resene Kitsch – but you can personalise yours with whatever Resene colour you like. The axles make it easy to manoeuvre and take corners with ease. There’s enough space for one big kid or two little ones, and don’t forget to wear your helmet!
Top tip: Your plywood cut list is very important here, so follow the diagram in the full step-by-step article here. If you get these measurements right, your go-kart should fit together perfectly like a puzzle.
House rules
Many of us have cute wooden cubby houses in our gardens, which gather moss and mould over the winter months when they’re out in the elements and not being played in regularly. The green stuff needs to be cleaned off, then any holes filled and sanded. Once your prep work is all done, brighten and refresh the structure with the kids’ choice of Resene paint colours, or if you want something to match your house, let your kids choose the indoor colours and you can choose the outside ones! For full instructions click here.
Top tip: To keep your cubby house clean, spray the outside with Resene Deep Clean once or twice a year to help keep it in good condition – no scrubbing needed. Resene Deep Clean will work with the weather over time to clean the surface. For a more immediate clean, wash down with Resene Paint Prep and Housewash.
