ALTHOUGH essential, washing machines aren’t necessarily the most aesthetically pleasing feature in your home.
This is exactly why one woman decided to spruce hers up – however, people then pointed out to a rather unfortunate blunder, so can YOU spot it?
One woman gave her washing machine a brand new look for just £3[/caption]
However, eagle-eyed social media users were quick to point out to a rather unfortunate blunder[/caption]
Desperate to give her basic washing machine a brand new look, Maddison Curle painted the white surface black.
The fresh look was achieved without forking out a fortune either, using nothing but a can of spray paint for £3 from Wilko.
This is significantly cheaper than forking out for a new black washing machine online or in-store, where it will set you back around £300 to £350 depending on the model.
What’s more, not only was this method wallet-friendly, using spray paint also saved Maddison time and ensured a more seamless result.
Once the speedy makeover was over, the old washing machine was no longer an eyesore and fit perfectly with the sleek tile backsplash that was also black.
Sharing snaps from before and after the quick glow-up, Maddison took to DIY on a Budget page where she wrote: ”Can of spray paint was 3 pound odd from wilko.”
The post has since taken the internet by storm, winning Maddison close to 175 likes and dozens of comments.
But while plenty of people were left inspired to give their own features a makeover, many also pointed out to an unfortunate blunder.
As the whole washing machine now appeared to be fully black, confused Facebook users wondered how the woman would be able to pick the right cycle.
”Looks gd [good] but how do you know which wash cycle to put on if you need to change?” one person wondered.
Someone else chimed in: ”How do you know what program to use?”
”I like it and I can get why you did it because white is so horrible, but how are you going to know where all the different washing cycles are?” a third was baffled.
Another commented: ”Nice, How will you know the programmes?”
”Love this!! I vinyl covered my fridge freezer years ago, still looks good,” a fan of the makeover said.
10 DIY hacks for under £1 each
These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money
Homemade Air Freshener:
Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh.
Upcycled Tin Can Planters:
Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants.
Custom Phone Stand:
Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint.
DIY Lip Scrub:
Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container.
Personalised Bookmarks:
Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch.
Decorative Mason Jars:
Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders.
Easy Cable Organiser:
Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape.
Magnetic Spice Jars:
Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage.
Handmade Coasters:
Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters.
Natural All-Purpose Cleaner:
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.
STENCIL FAIL
A woman shared how she attempted a DIY stencilling job in her bedroom[/caption]
However, when she peeled back the stencil, she was not impressed with what she had done[/caption]
We previously shared how another woman attempted the viral stencil trend – but it went horribly wrong.
TikTok user @lifeatthelma showed how she had picked out a gorgeous sage green paint and had then taped a decorative stencil to the wall.
She thought everything had gone swimmingly, until she peeled back the stencil to reveal her hard work.
To her horror, the paint had spread until the stencil and it looked messy and not like the design she had wanted.
On her video, which has over 1.6million views, she wrote: “Unfortunately I think stencilling may be too advanced for me lol.
“This bedroom really has been testing me.”
After she pulled off a larger section, she joked: “But do we think it is giving cottage core (the goal) or chain link fence?”
