Showing posts with label Kmart Australia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kmart Australia. Show all posts

4/05/2026

Kmart Blind Dusters 3pc Set

I have Venetian blinds in my place, so I thought this duster would be great to clean my blinds racks easily. The duster is made of cheap plastic and the sleeve is a plushy microfibre fabric, which is easily washable; it comes with two complimentary sleeves. After using it, I find that the design would have been ideal if it had just one opening (a la tongs) not two. This isn't practical as you have to manually adjust the tons between the racks all the time. Also, it doesn't come with any extension handle, so you can only use it on the lower rack not the whole blinds. Cheap for sure, but also a waste of money and not much design thought behind.  
 
USEFUL INFORMATION
Measurements:  21cm (H) x 6cm (W) 
Materials: Frame: Polypropylene (PP) Microfibre: Polyester.

Kmart Easel Studio (161cm)

Good quality easels are really expensive, so I was thrilled to find this one at an affordable price at Kmart. It came in a flatpack, and I found it a bit challenging to put it together, but it ended like in the photo.  It's made of good quality sturdy wood and it is easily adjustable. A bargain for the price as similar easels would cost you double in, say, Officeworks and especially in an arts shop.
 
USEFUL INFO 
Measurements: 161cm (H) x 83cm (W) x  65cm (D).
Materials: Beechwood and meta

Kmart Desk Side Tray

I hesitated a bit to busy this sliding mesh under-desk drawer unit as I thought it wouldn't work with my Ikea desk tabletop. I'm glad that I bought it. It's extremely affordable and very practical. It has different compartments in different sizes, which are perfect to store different kinds of stationery. I have a good deal of pencils, biros, fountain pens, markers, erasers, sharpeners, sticky notes, small pen drives and scissors, and other small goodies inside. The biggest letdown is the rotating screws system, as they 're made of OK plastic and they need to be readjusted now and them, as they don't hold too tight due to being plastic. The back small compartments are a bit difficult to reach, so I put there things that I don't use often. 

MIND

It cannot be used outdoors, but who would use this outdoors?!

USEFUL INFO
  • Measurements 5cm (H) x 40cm (W) x 30cm (D) 
  • Weight 1.4 Kgs  
  • Holds 2 Kgs max 

Instructions Manual 

 

1/05/2026

Kmart 1 Drawer Wide Mesh Organiser

This light drawer is perfect for my office storage needs, but it can be used to organise a wardrobe or a kitchen cupboard as it's very roomy and you can put tons of stuff in it. 

 I have three of these stacked under my work desktop. I could have put a fourth one, but I have an Ikea square container of the same size on top, which I use as rubbish bin. The result is really neat and I have so much stuff put out of the freaking way. It makes the perfect under-desk unit because I can move this "unit" easily and I can put tons of stuff in it. I wish I could put castors to them, because it's perfect otherwise. You could use two of the Kmart small rectangular organised on top of this unit and compartmentalise the space better.   

The main downside is the rolling system, as the rails on which the baskets roll over are not shaped as well as they should and, sometimes, the baskets derail and get stuck, so I have to manually put them back on track. This isn't a big hassle at all, as this only happens sometimes, but it's a designer flaw and the baskets aren't that cheap. For the rest, the handles are very neat, but it would have been better if they protruded a bit so that usage is easier.   
 
USEFUL INFORMATION
Measurements: 15.8cm (H) x 34cm (W) x 38cm (D)
Maximum weight: Top layer 5kg, basket 5kg 
Materials: Iron with epoxy powder coating, wire and wood
Product weight: 1.16kg
 

1/01/2026

Anko Membrane Wired Keyboard (Beige, Blue & Orange)

Vintage meets contemporary and they have an affair. The result is a great pleasurable keyboard that makes the noise that I wanted to hear. It feels like putting my fingers on cushions.
 
I've been looking for this kind of vintage-inspired wired keyboard for a while. I didn't want to spend a fortune for it, so I saw this on Kmart and I gave it try. It's a keeper! 
 
This a compact keyboard with a full number pad; smaller than the average keyboard, but with the same features. I've tried this for several weeks already and I cannot be happier. I'm using this with an old laptop that still uses Windows 10, so I don't know how it works with a Windows 11 computer.
 
I LOVE
> Affordable but solidly built. 
> It has yummy looks, too. 
> The different functional keys are colour differentiated, so it's easier and more intuitive to use them. 
> Typing is really pleasurable. 
> The dry clicking noise.
> I can have the backlight on or off, and there is a purpose-made key for that. 
>  The sound wheels, which are prefect when you're working and listening to music, or relaxing and gaming or listening to an audiobook while checking emails. 
 
MIND
> It takes a bit to get used to the keyboard, but this happens with any new keyboard I've purchased as it forces one to put the fingers in different places and at different separation levels. 
> The connecting cable is USB.
 
USEFUL INFO
> Measurements 3.5cm H x 38.4cm W x 15cm D.  
> USB Cable: 150cm L.
> Power source 5V, 200mA 
> 94 keys plus 4 dedicated hot keys
> LED rainbow backlit.

10/10/2025

Bamboo and Plastic Desk Top Drawers

This is one of those Kmart items that I consider a staple at home. I have many of them stacked on each other in my art studio/home office. They're not only good looking, durable, roomy and easy to clean, but also fit well with the Ikea Skandi look that I love for my studio. I stuck them by using a bit of blue tack on the base. I have put some of them inside my shellves, and they look great, keeping all my stuff tidy and organised.

USEFUL INFO

Measurements: 12.1cm (H) x 33.7cm (W) x 24.2cm (D).

Materials: Polypropylene (PP) plastic and bamboo.

Product weight: 1.7kg.

10/08/2025

Kmart 4-Drawer Storage Unit on Wheels

Not fancy, not pretty, but a great storage solution if you're on a budget. This unit is perfect for garage, shed, and tools storage as well as a great shoe and toys cabinet. It's amazingly simply to put together without the need of any tool; it's like a large Lego puzzle. It has rudimentary wheels that help me move the unit around. Price is amazing for such a useful unit. I've had two of these for years, and they're still as new. On the flip side, they're a bit wobbly, made of plastic, and nothing you want to display around the home.  
 
USEFUL INFO 
Measurements: 70cm (H) x 31.5cm (W) x 43.5cm (D) / 2.3ft. (H) x 1ft. (W) x 1.4ft. (D). Drawers: 15cm (H) x 32cm (W) x 43.8cm (D).
Material: Polypropylene (PP).
Maximum weight capacity: 5kg (each drawer)

9/21/2025

Kmart Claw Hammer

This is a good solid hammer, nothing fancy about it. It hits the nail on the head :))) every time. It's quite heavy and works well for all purposes I've used it for. I dislike the handle length as makes storage difficult. For the rest, good value for money. Mind -- No longer for sale on Kmart.  

8/23/2025

Kmart Soft Toggle Contour Bath Mat

I never understood the use of these contour toilet mats until I started using them! Having this mat, makes such a difference while walking on my socks or barefoot, as my feet don't feel as cold but also rest on such a fluffy surface. 

This mat washes easily in the washing machine. I've had this for several years and washes without any special care and without losing its shape or the soft toggle deteriorating. Amazing value for money.   
 
USEFUL INFO
  • Measurements: 50cm (H) x 50cm (W)
  • Materials: Polyester and latex (back)
  • Mind: Don't use on vinyl/lino type flooring as staining may occur. 

8/18/2025

Kmart Foldable Two-Step Ladder

This is a must in any household. I have one foldable step ladder, but it's sometimes difficult for me to reach the  top level of my wardrobes and kitchen cupboards, or to access lamp bulbs, so this is ladder is perfect to do so without having to tiptoe and feeling that the step is wobbly or dangerous. The ladder folds and unfolds easily and it stays secure on the ground. It only holds 100 Kgs, which is the same weight that my small foldable step holds despite being 1/3 of the size. Yet, it's way more stable and I can reach higher as it has two steps.
 
This ladder is quite heavy (5 Kgs) and also tall and bulky. The curved handle is covered in a soft cushioned foam to make transportation more comfortable. 
 
Great value for money.  
 
USEFUL INFORMATION
Measurements: 84cm (H) x 46cm (W) x 48cm (D).
Materials: Iron, plastic, steel, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) and thermoplastic rubber (TPR)
Maximum weight capacity: 100kg 
Product weight: 5kg 

8/17/2025

Kmart 3pc Stainless-Steel Strainer Set

This three-piece set of strainers is just great to have at home and I use it all the time. The strainers/colanders are made of stainless steel and wash easily. I use the different sizes for different purposes, from draining rice, pasta an boiled veggies, to getting rid of coffee/tea grounds, draining tinned beans or tinned fruit, just to mention some of my most common. They are stackable, which saves space in the kitchen drawers. Great value for money, as well.
 
USEFUL INFORMATION
Materials: Stainless steel
Measurements: 
 Small: 24.5cm (L) x 4.3cm (H) x 10.8cm (Dia.)
 Medium: 34cm (L) x 6cm (H) x 15 (Dia.)
 Large: 41.5cm (L) x 5cm (H) x 19.8cm (Dia.)

Kmart 15-litre DrySack

I was excited to see that Kmart sells this dry sacks, which are perfect for outdoor activities, camping and to keep an emergency kit at home. This bag is made of good quality sturdy waterproof plastic and has sealed waterproof seams. The top seams roll down and then the attached buckle keeps all  tied together creating a carry-on handle. 
 
The Velcro part is just one side of the Velcro, so to speak. It doesn't stick together. I think this is how it's supposed to be, as you have to roll down the two seams. However, this doesn't completely seal the top part of the bag. Said differently, it doesn't prevents water from entering the bag if, for example, the bag falls on a river, lake or the ocean. This is just a guess, as this hasn't happened to me. On the other hand, the material allows the bag to float, or so does the makers say. 
 
The product page says that it comes with a carry strap seam, but the band is not provided. The product page photos don't show the strap either. The strap is only provided with the 20-litre pack and is missing on other sizes, like this one. That's Ok, you can reuse any band you have from old bags or backpacks, but the information is not truthful.  
 
Excellent value for money.  
 
USEFUL INFORMATION
Capacity: 15 litre.
Material: 190T polyester taffeta. 
Measurements: 50cm (H) x 23.5cm (diam) 
Product weight: 0.13kg 

8/16/2025

Kmart Soft Toggle Bath Mat

I've had several of these in different colours at home for several years and in constant use. They are wonderfully soft and cushiony, which is especially enjoyable when standing barefoot on with your socks only on them. 
 
They easily wash in the washing machine, don't lose their shape or cushioning, and they don't shade. Also, they dry off quickly . 
 
The main downsides are, first, that the edges get stripped or ragged, and, secondly, that the material attracts hair balls on the floor or the washing machine. Not bad per se, but you have to remove those manually.  
 
USEFUL INFORMATION 
Size: 90cm (L) x 60cm (W)
Materials: Polyester (front) and styrene ethylene butylene styrene (SEBS) (back).
Care: Machine wash with like colours. 
MIND: Don't use on vinyl/lino flooring as it can stain them.  

8/15/2025

Kmart 2 Drawer Mesh Organiser

These two-drawer organisers are a hit with me and my place. They've allowed me to tidy up my kitchen under-sink cupboards, my bathroom vanity, my laundry and my pantry. They're a bit pricey, but they're stackable, are very roomy and I can put tons of things inside. They stand quite a lot of weight and are easily movable and modular.  In all honesty they save so much space and all my spaces look tidy and organised. 
 
The main downside is the rolling in-rolling out system, as the rails on which the baskets roll over are not shaped properly, so the baskets tend  to derail and get stuck and I have to manually lift them and then put them back on track. 
 
They're a bit pricey for the quality, but they work for so many spaces and are durable.  
 
USEFUL INFO
Measurements: 30.5cm (H) x 17cm (W) x 38cm (D)
Maximum weight: Top layer: 5kg,  Basket: 3kg
Materials: Iron with Epoxy powder coating, wire and wood
Weight: 1.37kg

8/08/2025

Kmart Toilet Roll Holder (Black 39cm x 9.5cm)

This is a good sleek solution to store 3 rolls of toilet paper without displaying the rolls and protecting them from dust, dirt and water splashes. The design is as simple as it gets, but the upper knob is perfect to open the container either when standing or seating.  I combine this with other black bathroom tools to create a modern sleek gender-neutral bathroom that looks good for both women and men. I've had this one for several years now, and it has not peeled or deteriorated at all. 

Kmart Diamond Door Mat (100 x 45cm)

I have a long entry aisle at my ground-level unit, so my floor gets quite dirty on rainy days. This mat has been a floor saver. It looks fab in its timeless elegant vintage style. It's also sturdy as the top is made of coconut coir and the back/down made of PVC (so doesn't scratch the wood flooring). As it has a rough surface, I can energetically rub my feet on it and remove all dirt and humidity from my shoes. As the background colour is a clear beige, the mat clearer areas get more noticeably dirty than the brown ones. Yet, this is not a decorative piece; its function is getting dirt out of my shoes and out of my floor. This mat is also rigid. I has to be washed by hand. My preferred way is doing that on a sunny hot day. I throw a bucket of clean water, add delicates laundry liquid and mop it energetically; then, I let it dry under the sun. If you live in an apartment, you can wash it the same way in your shower and then let it dry in your balcony.   

8/03/2025

Kmart Large Wire and Wood Shelf

I bought this to add storage space on my kitchen bench, but it turned out to be more of a nuisance. It's a good idea, but my shelf was wobbly and one of the screws would not go in properly. I thought of using it inside my pantry, but, again, it was a bit of a nuisance. I've used it also as floor stand to put my home office cable box . It helped with that. It doesn't stand much weight and, especially in the pantry, reduced the space instead of creating more. 
 
Perhaps it was a faulty item, and other pieces work perfectly, but I found that using a bed tray on my kitchen bench is way better, more stable, and more stylish. 
 
I would not recommend this.
  
USEFUL INFO  
Measurements: 23.5cm (H) x 50cm (W) x 19.5cm (D)
Box dimensions: 3.2cm (L) x 20.5cm (H) x 50.2cm (D)
Maximum weight capacity: 4kg
Materials: Powder-coated iron with rubber wood handles

Kmart 2-Slice Stainless Steel Toaster

This is a basic toaster at a terrific price, still stainless still, instead of plastic, which is, unfortunately, what most cheap toasters are made of these days. It's as simple as it gets and it toasts two pieces of average bread perfectly. Not good for pre-cut artisanal load of bread as the slices are usually thicker than average bread.  It has a removable tray to get rid of crumbs. 

I was very happy with this toaster for months. In all honesty, I don't use it much, but I would get really lovely golden toasted bread. However, all of the sudden, the toaster started not toasting properly and sometimes over-toast or under-toast the bread, so I have to make sure that the setting toasting number is the right one for the bread I am using. This is always the case, of course, but there is nothing complicated about this  toaster so it was all easy. Now, after over a year of use, it is still working, but not as finely as it used to. 

Kmart 4pc Acacia Wood Coasters Set

This is such a good quality, good-looking stylish set of coasters. They look fab on my coffee table and are quite thick so they separate any glass/cup from the table glass tabletop, which prevents scratching. I love the wood colour and the fact that integrates beautiful with my home decor. A bit pricier than other Kmart coasters, but they're totally worth it. 

Kmart Rectangle Quilted Basket - Charcoal

I use this basket as an acrylic paint tubes container to have it at hand beside my working table. It's lightweight and plastic lined, so, even if there were any paint spillage, it won't damage the carpet or the floor. For that purpose is great. I hang some IKEA Sunnersta containers from the edges to use them as mini waste bins; these containers are lightweight so there is no problem as long as I don't put anything heavy in them. It can be used as yarn holder, small and soft toys storage or as a small laundry hamper. However, it is not foldable and the lack of of rigidity and structure is an issue. I wish the basket walls and edges were stronger and more rigid, but the basket works for my art-making needs.