Floods - What to do?
All South African rivers experience flooding at one time or another. The potential for flood damage is particularly high where there is development on low-lying, flood-prone lands.
Read moreWhy do you need building insulation?
Building insulation is a construction implement common to every home, but have you ever asked yourself why your home needs it and how it can benefit you?
Read moreVinyl Floor Cleaning
Having Vinyl Floors can be a really nice touch in your home, it is durable and stylish. One of the most important things about having Vinyl as your floor is to remember to always keep it maintained and clean, this will let your floor live longer and keep that aesthetic look.
Read moreHow to choose linen for family members with sensitive skin
One of the biggest benefits of cotton for sensitive skin is that it allows air-flow between the fabric and the skin, while still keeping the body warm. This prevents sweating, heat build-up or itchiness and irritation.
Read moreMicrowave choices
When choosing a microwave oven for a family of four, you'll want to consider factors such as size, power, features, and ease of maintenance. Here's a guide to help you select, install, and maintain a microwave oven:
Read moreFire Door Regulations in South Africa: What Homeowners Need to Know
Understand South Africa's fire door regulations to ensure your home is safe and compliant. Learn about ratings, installation, and maintenance. Protect your family by investing in quality fire doors for your property.
Read moreGarden pots and plants
Choosing your garden plant and pot should mainly be focused around building the aesthetic and enjoyment you have in your garden. Here are a few Garden pot ideas for you to try at home.
Read morePREPARING A WALL FOR PAINTING
The swatches don’t always reveal the actual colour when it dries. You can test a few colours of paint on a spare piece of wood and place it against the wall.
Read moreSteam room repairs and maintenance
Now that you have got you steam room set up in your house, you have to think about maintaining it. This can be done with some simple hacks that will helpfully prevent there be any need to do repairs at all. If you perform these little hacks your sauna will work efficiently and will last.
Read moreHow to choose the perfect showerhead
One of the best ways to start your day is with a powerful, hot shower. That’s why taking the time to purchase the perfect shower head is well worth the effort.
Read moreExploring the Feasibility of Installing a Tennis Court at Home
While installing a tennis court at home may require careful consideration and planning, the benefits it offers in terms of convenience, fitness, and entertainment make it a worthwhile investment for many homeowners
Read moreSheds and Garden Huts
Decorating a garden hut can be a delightful project that allows you to express your creativity while enhancing the ambiance of your outdoor space.
Read moreInterior Design
There are no set guidelines to designing a room, there is only a creative outlook that people have to imagine before it is together. There are however a few tips and ideas that can help add the look that you want to your room.
Read moreHow to keep your cables neat and untangled
A nest of messy, tangled cables behind one’s TV or sound equipment, or even next to one’s bed, can be an impractical and unsightly problem leading to impossible knots and even damage to one’s electronics. Here are some tips to get your cables organised, neat and easy to manage:
Read moreWhen 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.
Read moreHow to keep your geyser in top condition and prevent accidents
Water damage, the danger of flooding and the threat of coming into contact with boiling water, are all additional consequences of a burst geyser. By maintaining your geyser and keeping it in good condition, you can minimise the chances of having to deal with the aftermath of it bursting.
Read more7 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.
Read moreInsulation Installation
Insulation is the way in which you trap heat in your home without the use of energy or electricity, but rather by making use of various materials installed in your walls or roof. Insulation materials come in an extremely wide variety, and each material holds its own benefits and functions. Homeowners need to be able to understand the different materials available to them and which one would be most ben
Read moreRamifications of selling a home without municipal approved building plans
The reality is that if alterations and additions have been carried out on a property without municipal (local authority) approval and the property is then sold, it can become quite a complex legal matter.
Read moreTop tips for carpet cleaning
Carpet flooring can lend a sense of comfort and warmth to a home that hardwood, tile or cement floors often do not achieve. However, keeping one’s carpets clean and stain free can be a challenge as there is no single method for removing different types of stains. Follow this guide to boost your carpet-cleaning skills and know what to do with particular types of spills or marks on your carpet flooring:
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