ROSEMARY ABBOTT | Culture
RELATIONSHIP REBUILD
New homeowners Sarah Wiseman and Luke Rusbatch, both 29, have recently embarked on a brave journey into the world of DIY home renovations.
The couple, eager to add their own touch to their recently purchased property in Nelson, are discovering that wielding a hammer and a paintbrush might just be the least of their worries.
“We thought it would be fun. You know, putting our personal stamp on the place. But we didn’t account for Luke thinking a ‘fresh coat of paint’ means just one layer over everything,” Sarah exclaimed, her eyes fixed on the half-done wall in their lounge.
“It’s like he thinks the paint will magically cover up all the mistakes. Urgh he’s so annoying like that” said Sarah, becoming increasingly frustrated at the man she is meant to love.
The couple’s DIY dreams are quickly turning into a series of passive-aggressive comments and incomplete projects. It started with the simple idea to repaint the kitchen, but it quickly escalated into a “full overhaul”, including replacing tiles and ripping up the floorboards.
“We agreed to do the floors together,” Sarah explained, “but Luke decided to ‘surprise’ me by tearing up the old tiles and replacing them with these… rustic wooden planks?’
Luke shot her a pointed look after overhearing her comments, but just before striking back, a moment of clarity suddenly redirected his attention.
“Right I’m off to Mitre 10” he said, walking out of the house in a silent rage.
More to come.
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