Why get a steam room
We all know the usual use for having a steam room, to lose that little bit of excess fat. But there are many more benefits that you may not know about that will give you a lot more reason to invest in your own steam room in your house.
Read moreHow to extend the life of the waterproofing on your flat roof
If the waterproofing is done reasonably well at the time of construction, then the life expectancy of the waterproofing layer if it is properly cared for could easily last in excess of 20 years.
Read moreThe Role of a Domestic Worker vs a Cleaning Contractor .
Discover whether hiring a domestic worker or opting for a cleaning contractor is the best choice for maintaining your South African home.
Read moreTips for Carpet Repairs
Repairing a carpet or runner at home can be a DIY project, depending on the extent of the damage
Read moreInterior design mistakes to avoid
Interior design is a true art that some are more naturally skilled in than others. Improve your interior designing skills by taking note of these definite don’ts:
Read moreA beginner's guide to contemporary interior design
Contemporary interior design has a long history of eras and trends, but remains an approach to design firmly rooted in personalised creative expression.
Read moreTHE DANGERS OF BLOCKED DRAINS
Bad smells. A steady flow of water removes bad smells, whereas stagnant water and the collection of materials that decompose over time create bad odours that eventually permeates your house.
Read moreIs DIY Pest control the best option?
It’s a serious concern that some ruthless individuals are still selling pest control products that were banned some years ago due to their toxicity level and effects to the environment.
Read moreTar surfacing vs Paving (An interesting debate)
Another issue to take note of is the surface on the ground (is there grass, paving, tar, concrete, sand etc).
Read moreLighting Maintenance
Its time to have a look at your electricity and decide if you are doing it right, our home lights are what use most of our electricity every month. If you are able to utilise as little lights as possible in a room then you are succeeding in saving power through light maintenance.
Read moreGarden play equipment: create an imaginative world in your backyard
The garden of your home can be used for more than gardening or exercising pets. Garden play equipment can turn your garden into a haven for children and a perfect place for them to spend the day expending energy and learning important developmental skills.
Read moreDeck Maintenance: mastering the basics
Maintaining one’s deck is an important task that must be done regularly and thoroughly if one wishes to keep their deck a long-term investment. Depending on the type of deck, a different basic maintenance routine must be followed.
Read moreShades Cleaning
Cleaning blinds is the one thing that many people put off but only takes about 30 minutes a month to get of your conscious. Shades come in many different types and each has its own way of cleaning and these can usually be made out of delicate fabrics, like silk, should be professionally cleaned, everything else you can clean on your own .
Read moreGenerator Maintenance & Tune-Up
Once you’ve checked the basics like overload and fuel level, get in touch with a local portable generator repair professional
Read moreEco Cleaning tips
Sometimes when we use those chemicals they actually do more bad than good. Using Eco friendly products for those simple and quick cleans will be your own little part towards helping the environment.
Read moreBathroom renovations: Creative ways to modernise your bathroom
The bathroom vanity serves as a central element in your bathroom renovations, combining storage functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Read moreHigh Pressure Cleaning
High-pressure washing, otherwise known as power washing, uses intensely pressured water spray to remove mould, grime, dust, mud, loose paint or any other unwanted substances from concrete, vehicles, tarmac, brick or stone.
Read moreHow to attract birds to your garden
Having birds in your garden is a major advantage for garden health and beauty. Birds play a vital role in spreading seeds, removing pests, fertilising soil and adding natural beauty to your garden. For birding enthusiasts, a garden full of birds is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy their calls and tweets, as well as to view their beautiful plumage and interesting behaviour.
Read moreGarages: keep your vehicle safe at home
A garage is a fully enclosed unit with walls, a roof and a garage door that is appropriately sized to fit one or more vehicles. Garages can either be constructed as extensions of the home or can be built as an entirely separate unit.
Read moreElectronic and Biometric Locks
Electric locks come as independent devices with built-in panels on the lock itself or can be connected to a central control system to which only the homeowners have access.
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