Romantic renovations for Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and for many of us that means it's time to put the thinking cap on, and come up with some creative ideas to surprise our significant other. Whether it's a romantic dinner, a moonlit stroll on the beach or a $12 bouquet from the local service station, Australians love celebrating their love.

In fact, we're so enamoured with Valentine's Day that in 2014 we spent almost $800 million on gifts, dining out and travel. Those are all admirable gifting options, but maybe you are thinking about ways to go the extra mile this year. What about considering some DIY projects to really make a romantic impact?

Beautify your boudoir

If you've been waiting for the right excuse to tackle some bedroom renovations, perhaps Valentine's Day is the perfect time. Think of ways in which you can make it more enticing, a room you don't want to leave rather than just a practical sleeping space.

Something that goes hand in hand with Valentine's Day is bouquets of red roses, so why not bring more of that vibrant colour into your bedroom? From brightening up a single feature wall, to dramatically draping your entire room, every declaration of affection can be improved with a touch of red here and there.

At Kennards Hire, we also love red (just look at our logo!), so before you paint, come and see us for all the necessary equipment. If there's one thing you can rely on regarding Valentine's Day, it's that flower prices are going to go through the roof. The good news is you can cut out the middle man, and grow some of your own flowers around your home.

The size of your new flower garden will obviously be determined by how much space you have around your home. If you have limitations, constructing a simple flower box for the patio is a nice gesture, but if you have the room and the ambition, Kennards Hire have diggers and excavators in all sizes, perfect for preparing your new planting area.

It's an old joke that forgetful people will leave Valentine's Day planning up until the last minute, but when you have all the required floral accoutrements on hand, you'll never be caught short again! Come and speak to the experts at Kennards Hire for the best DIY garden tips.