Interior 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 moreA basic guide for home security alarm systems
A home security alarm system is necessary for ensuring you have peace of mind about the safety of your family and your property. With so many options on the market, buying the right home security system for your needs can be a challenge. Familiarize yourself with this simple guide to ensure you invest in a system that suits your needs:
Read moreIf you’re selling your property, then consider this …
Have someone with a fresh pair of eyes, point out areas of your home that need work and consider the following.
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 moreStonemasons
Stonemasons prepare and build with soft stone, marble, granite concrete blocks or any other materials involved with building, repairing stone structures.
Read more10 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 moreBlinds
Blinds are one of the most useful and practical additions to any home as they allow a homeowner easy control over the how much sunlight enters the room.
Read moreCeiling Installation
Ceilings add a decorative element to a room. Of course their primary function is to conceal the roof structure or floor above. High ceilings are great at creating a sense of space, but they will generally require the home to be heated more in the winter although they do make the home are cooler in summer!
Read moreGarden irrigation systems: drip or spray irrigation systems?
Keeping your garden’s water supplies at a reliable and constant level is vital to maintaining its health and natural greenness. Some of the most popular garden irrigation systems include drip irrigation and spray systems, with each containing advantages and disadvantages that make some systems better suited than others.
Read moreExpandable Security Gates
Expandable security gates are easy to use and safe for any household. For quick and effective slam lock system, you can feel safe in your house without the inconvenience of a large metal gate.
Read moreFire damage how to go forward
If your home has suffered fire damage, knowing the correct steps to take both immediately and a few days after the fire can save you a lot of stress and expense. Here are some easy tips on what to do immediately after a fire has occurred on your property in order to minimise the damage and make the restoring process easier and more effective:
Read moreOur Building Standards.
If a quote seems low it would obviously seem very tempting, but the truth is that when one compares apples to apples, all quotes should be very similar,
Read morePrepair the wood
Staining plywood is a little trickier since plywood tends to soak up stain at different rates,
Read moreHow to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Some of them might be right in front of your eyes while some are hidden problems.
Read moreCarports: a simple solution for storing your vehicle
Having a car means needing a place to store it when you’re not on the go. When it comes to keeping your car at home, finding a place for it that is safe, functional and aesthetically pleasing are all important considerations.
Read moreGarden Fences
Fences are a vital part of the modern home. We install fences for two reasons; to keep things in and to keep things out
Read moreGenerators
There are numerous reasons your power can cut out. Whether we’re making jokes about Eskom or in the midst of a bad storm – having no power is a major inconvenience. Fortunately, there is always the option of a generator.
Read moreBuilding Project managers and what to tell them
Its always a good idea to personally speak to your building project manager, this is because it is not an easy job to do 100% when there is not real scope of what you as the home owner are wanting to do, so here are a few tips to help yourself and him/her.
Read moreThe perfect garden plants for a wet and rainy climate
Every good gardener knows that trees, flowers and plants need to be chosen with the local climate in mind.
Read moreInnovative Solutions for Waste Removal and Disposal: Community-Led Initiatives in South Africa
Discover how communities in South Africa are overcoming waste disposal issues through innovative initiatives and individual efforts.
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