Advice

Uplifting your home has never been easier. In our advice section, you’ll find practical interior design advice, home styling tips, renovation advice, gardening ideas and cleaning hacks. Whether you’re building, renovating or simply refreshing a room, Style Curator is here to guide you.

Style Curator is a leading Australian interiors blog read by hundreds of thousands of people each month. Our motto is simple: create a home you love. Founded by Interior Designer Gina Beschorner, the blog covers all aspects of home improvement and home decoration.

Many of our advice articles include input from industry experts. We call on architects, interior designers, lighting specialists, landscapers and more to share their best tips. For example, our article on how to prepare your home for sale features advice from prominent renovation experts. Our guide on how to landscape your garden includes insights from one of Australia’s top landscape architects.

You’ll also find some of our most popular design advice here. Readers love our guide to designing the ultimate laundry, our must-know kitchen design measurements, and our tips on choosing the right kitchen splashback tile.

If you’re looking for outdoor advice, we have you covered too. Explore articles on the best plants to grow in pots, seasonal gardening guides and ideas for creating an epic outdoor play area for your child.

We also share plenty of home styling tips. Think curated décor round-ups, bookshelf styling ideas, bedroom decorating tips and more. If you’ve ever wondered how to style your home like a designer, this is where you’ll find the answers.

The aim of Style Curator is always to help you create a home you love. If there’s anything you’d like advice on that we haven’t covered, we’d love to hear from you. Email hello@stylecurator.com.au to request an advice article and we’ll get working on it.

Gorgeous homewares and decor finds to elevate your home styling

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Some people like to spend their money on clothing or handbags. Personally, we love to buy gorgeous homewares! And because we know we're talking...

Tips, ideas and tonnes of inspo on how to style your...

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The hallway can be a tricky one to style. Too much and it can be cluttered and awkward. Too little and it feels stark...

How to make compost: A composting guide for beginners

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Ever thought about starting a compost for your garden but just keep putting it off? Well, we're here to help you get started with...

How shutters enhance energy efficiency and home value

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Updating your window coverings completely transforms the look of tired rooms, but did you know they can also enhance energy efficiency?! In today's world,...

How does your plumbing system affect property value?

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When it comes to property value, many factors come into play, such as location, size, and the overall condition of the home. However, one...

18 of the best bathroom cleaning hacks to make your space...

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Who doesn't love a good cleaning hack?! Tips and tricks to get better cleaning results with less effort, YES PLEASE! And one of the...

10 things to look for before buying a new home

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Buying a new house is generally the most significant investment we make, so it’s crucial to dot your Is and cross your Ts before...

Small appliances to simplify your move-in experience

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Supported by JB Hi-Fi Just got the keys to your brand new place? How exciting! Although getting set up in a new home can feel like...

7 of the best winter scent candles: Candles to make you...

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Candle burning season is here! Often when styling, people focus on what they can see but our other senses are just important. Scent is...

How to incorporate rattan furniture into modern interiors

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Rattan furniture has been gaining popularity in recent years and for good reason! It's a tactile and natural material that brings a touch of...

Custom portraits: Personalised wall art to make your place homely

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When it comes to creating a warm and inviting home, personal touches make all the difference. One of the most impactful ways to add...

How to style a sitting room: An interior designer’s guide

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Many of us have a space in our home that we don't know what to do with! Perhaps it's a vast, exposed space at...

17 back of door storage ideas to get the most out...

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Whether you live in a tiny apartment or family home, finding new storage solutions is a priority for many! And one place that offers...

Product review: Hoselink retractable hose reel

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On the search for a new hose? There are plenty of options on the market, all offering different features... and at varying quality standards....

How to keep your plants alive in winter

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If there’s one thing I successfully do each winter, it’s kill at least a few indoor plants. I’m keen to have a zero fatalities...

Farmhouse meets contemporary style kitchen renovation

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You'll do a double take when you see the before and after photos of today's gorgeouuuus kitchen remodel. Is it really the same house?...

Top 8 list where to buy stylish bedheads

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Bedheads are more popular than ever but finding the right one can be a challenge! We often get asked the best places to shop...

Interior inspo: Pocket doors

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About to build or renovate and looking for smart design solutions to incorporate into your home? Let us introduce you to our latest obsession...

11 easy ways to reduce plastic around the home

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For a while now, we've been researching and taking small steps to find easy ways to reduce plastic around the home. In the spirit...

In the garden: Winter gardening guide

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You may not think there's much to do in the garden during the cold winter months, but that's far from true! Our winter gardening...

How to organise your garage tools for maximum efficiency

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Want to bring a sense of order and calm to your garage? You've come to the right place! For many people, the garage becomes...

How smart home owners are using sheds for purposes other than...

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Short on space but can't upsize your home? The answer to your space limitations or storage woes may be hidden in your backyard. There's...

Kitchen shelf styling inspiration: How to style your kitchen shelves

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Increasingly people are integrating shelving into their kitchen designs rather than having everything closed off behind cupboard doors. We love the added interest and...

Stain removal for the most common types of stains

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Stains happen. They're part of life! An annoying part of life, but common all the same. So we've done our research, tested each and...