Creating More Space in Your South African Home: A Guide for Homeowners and Renovators
Renovate your South African home to unlock hidden space and transform it into your dream sanctuary.
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Proskim Construction Demolition Tips
There is a few Important things to know before you starting to do Demolishing at your house.
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The pros and cons of log homes
A cosy log home is one of the best options for homeowners looking to incorporate a rustic, natural design aesthetic into their living space.
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Brick laying
This article will dissect two elements involved in construction, namely: brick laying and retaining walls.
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Construction is a very delicate practice
soil samples have to be taken to predict the standup time
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Coating Materials
Coating materials are extremely varied, from paints and varnishes to vinyl plastic coatings. The advantages of coating materials include the following; Protection, insulation, safety (non slip coatings) and of course visual enhancement.
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7 Things to consider before starting your renovation!
7. Security Your home will be open 8-10 hours of the day, with gates opening and closing. The opportunistic criminal can see this as an invitation to gain access. Inform your contractor if, and when you are expecting deliveries and when your gardener will be there and when not. Most contractors and their staff will guard your house, as if it is their own, so you don’t have to be concerned.
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CRACKS AND PLASTER REPAIRS
Like any other buildings, your exterior house walls might start to develop some cracks after some time due to different weather conditions or any other cause and the walls won't look beautiful anymore.
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Going From Good to Great using Overlays and Microtoppings
"How do you go from doing what anyone can do to creating your own distinctive look and giving customers exceptional projects?"
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Proskim Construction
You need to have a steady hand and a well experienced eye. So here is a few tips for you
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Handy Tips for Purchasing Building Materials
Discover expert advice for navigating the process of purchasing building materials and achieving your home improvement goals in South Africa.
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Metal Fabrication and welding
Metal fabrication and metal welding, are two distinct processes. Metal fabrication refers to the process of making a final project from metal, whereas welding is a specific type of operation that can be done to metal in the fabrication process.
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Tile Suppliers
Choosing the correct tiles for your home is an important and vital task. Choosing the right tiles will ensure aesthetic benefits as well as durability.
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CAUSES OF RISING DAMP
Most buildings have some form of barrier installed at the lower of the wall to prevent water rising up in this way
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The BIG Question....What Is The Cost Per Square Meter To Build A House
Similarly, when it comes to building a new home, there are a few basics which need to be taken into account before being able to answer the question
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The Role of a project manager
The project manager will be responsible for general liason between the field and the architect and owne
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When do your chimney and fireplace require a professional clean?
Keeping your chimney and fireplace clean has a lot more benefits besides basic hygiene. A clean chimney and fireplace reduces a smoky odour in the home, allows a fire to burn nicely, prevents smoke from billowing into living spaces and decreases the chance of a fire emergency.
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Concrete Waterproofing
Depending upon the type of waterproofing application you use, the concrete will be out of action for a certain period of time. It’s very important that the manufacturer’s guidelines are followed.
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