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I gave my council house front door a mega makeover for less than £10 – now it looks gorgeous & hides nasty winter muck
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I gave my council house front door a mega makeover for less than £10 – now it looks gorgeous & hides nasty winter muck

I gave my council house front door a mega makeover for less than £10 – now it looks gorgeous & hides nasty winter muck
Source: The Sun
Published: Feb, 12 2025 10:29

A DIY fan has given her council house front door the ultimate transformation - and it cost her less than a tenner. So if you want to give your pad an upgrade, but without breaking the bank, you’ve come to the right place and will need to check this out. 26-year-old Celene Francis, a mum-of-two who lives in a two-bedroom house in Rotherham, shared how she gave her front door a chic overhaul whilst on a budget.

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