Common design flaws and how to avoid them
When redesigning your home, or building from the foundations up, avoiding design errors should always be a concern. The simplest layout or placement flaw can truly hinder your experience of your home and prove to be very frustrating and costly.
Read more6 Mistakes to avoid before you build
Set your budget or get assistance in setting it, be realistic and have a 10% contingency fund
Read moreGlass Bricks: an innovative construction solution
Glass bricks, or glass blocks, are a product used in construction made with glass. The idea for glass bricks was introduced in the early 1900s when a need arose to have natural light in buildings.
Read moreMetal 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.
Read moreAir Conditioning and South Africa
The summer heat in South Africa can be unbearable at times, so a good air conditioner is essential.
Read moreFibreglass Pools: why fibreglass is your best bet
For homeowners planning on adding to their home experience with a pool to provide an area for relaxation, exercise and socialising, fibreglass pools, instead of concrete pools, are a viable option with multiple benefits.
Read moreWire Balustrades
Having wire balustrades is a great look for anyone's home, the next step is making sure you keep the look you have wanted through all the seasons. Here are a few tips to making sure your doing the best maintenance for your home.
Read moreExploring Garden Irrigation Systems: A Comprehensive Guide
One of the main concerns for homeowners considering a garden irrigation system is the installation process.
Read moreSteel Garages
Having a steel garage comes with many benefits, they are able to stand against most weather, they are relatively easy to maintain and they cheap in comparison to most other garages choices. One of the most important things when having a steel garage maintenance and care is vital.
Read moreKNOW THE CONTRACTOR
Clients should be able to call contractors years after the work has beeen completed related to any issues which arise immediately after the job was completed or even years later.
Read moreA guide to popular window designs
Windows are a vital part of any home design for both practical and aesthetic reasons. Windows express your design tastes through colour choice, shape, tint, and size, but are also an important source of natural light and fresh air. Here is a list of eight of the most popular window designs to consider when you are planning your dream home.
Read moreWhy Should You Consider Granite Countertops?
Most people look at granite as something expensive! Yet granites are different, in color and in prices.
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 moreKitchen design: the finishing touches
In designing a kitchen, the main items one initially focuses on are the cabinetry and counter top style or finish. However, what about the finer details?
Read moreWHAT ARE BUILDING PERMITS AND WHY YOU SHOULD CARE?
A building permit is an official document issued by a local government agency that allows a property owner to proceed with construction or renovation work on their property.
Read moreArtificial Grass
Installing artificial grass requires careful planning and execution to ensure a durable and aesthetically pleasing result
Read moreHow to Work with a Blinds Contractor on a Budget: Cost-Saving Tips
Learn how to work with Blinds Contractors & Services on a budget. From choosing cost-effective materials to leveraging discounts and DIY efforts, discover practical strategies to save money while transforming your home with stylish window treatments in South Africa.
Read moreNew Kitchen Look
With the advent of 3D design technology it has become far easier for kitchen designers and architects to effectively communicate ideas with their clients…or has it?
Read moreElectrical Installation in a new building
Embedding of conduit pipes on walls and underfloor.
Read moreBookshelves and Cabinets
Determining the best location for bookshelves and shelving in your home depends on several factors, including the available space, the layout of your home, and your personal preferences.
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