10 things to avoid during a thunderstorm
As the rain season approaches in South Africa, thunderstorms become more prevalent and your personal safety is compromised when not managed cautiously
Read moreWhy choose a Plunge Pool over a standard Pool
With benefits like reduced costs, easier maintenance, and the ability to fit into almost any outdoor area, plunge pools are the perfect addition to your next Home Improvement project.
Read moreCurtain Installation
Curtains are a wonderful (and very necessary) timeless classic window covering, particularly for classic or traditional themed homes. Practically they are effective at blocking light from the home, and often in extremely cold climates provide insulation. Heavy curtains are particularly suitable for this!
Read moreSite Preparation
Top soil containing grass roots should be removed from the area on which unreinforced or reinforced slabs are to rest. Any loose or disturbed ground should be compacted.
Read moreCAUSES 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
Read moreHandy 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.
Read more3 things you should know about roof inspection process
Getting our roof inspected frequently will improve the longevity of the building. It will also save you considerable expenses that you would have otherwise spent on repairs when your roof gets damaged
Read moreProskim Construction Demolition Tips
There is a few Important things to know before you starting to do Demolishing at your house.
Read moreCommon Alarm Problems
Making sure that we use our alarm systems is something that we need to be reminded about, it always the small things that we forget to do when we become too relaxed with your system. These tips will give you some extra help for later.
Read moreProskim Construction Painting Tips
Painting your Roof is equally important as pressure cleaning it or leakage repairs.The first and foremost thing to check before painting it is that you must make sure that the surface of the roof is dirt free and dry before you paint it.
Read moreRoller Doors
Old Garage doors can cause more problems and safety hazards then most people think, so maybe it time to install a new door with a torsion spring and do-it-yourself tensioning. Installing a new, double garage door yourself will save you several hundred dollars and should take eight to 12 hours if you’re fairly handy.
Read moreProskim Construction
You need to have a steady hand and a well experienced eye. So here is a few tips for you
Read moreHow to choose the perfect living room carpet
A soft, comfortable carpet adds to the atmosphere of a relaxing family space where parents and children can come together after a busy day. Choosing the right kind of carpet that looks on trend, but is also practical for a family area, can be a challenge. Have a look at these simple guidelines to find the perfect carpet to suit your living room:
Read moreSplashbacks
Choosing the right kitchen splashback involves considering various factors such as aesthetics, functionality, maintenance, and budget.
Read moreHow to identify a good painter.
As for roof painting and waterproofing a good painter must clean it thoroughly before painting or waterproofing it.
Read moreInnovative Trends in Home Architecture: What Today's Architects are Bringing to Residential Design
Discover how architects are reshaping homes with sustainability and technology.
Read moreHow to ventilate your bathroom
Bathrooms are notoriously prone to dampness and poor ventilation because they are exposed to higher levels of warm steam, water and heat than other household areas.
Read moreFive garden tools every gardener should own
Some say a gardener is only as good as his/her tools. Here is our list of top five garden tools that no dedicated gardener should be seen without:
Read morePlanning Your Kitchen Island, What are the Advantages?
For those who are frustrated by a lack of kitchen seating, an island can provide a place for family and friends to sit while meals are being prepared
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