Bagging or rendering: which one is for you?
One of the best ways to update the exterior appearance of your home is through bagging or rendering.
Read moreThe Impact of DSTV on Home Entertainment
Explore the transformative power of DSTV in enhancing home entertainment, from its diverse channels to its seamless integration with smart home technology
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 moreSpas
An in-home spa allows you to step away from the long hours of work, and to find yourself in a positive space that is the repercussion of all your hard work.
Read moreTop tips for balcony safety
Balconies are one of the best ways to maximize your living space at home and can be the perfect way to allow access to fresh air and sunlight on stories above the ground floor or to give apartment flats an outdoor dimension.
Read morePool Heating
If you are a pool owner, you will understand the allure of having a pool that is warm and ready to use all year round. Thanks to pool heaters, the option of having a pool that is available through all seasons is something worth investing in! There are a few variations of pool heaters that each have their own unique benefit
Read moreYour contractor is your partner, know them better
As a client, you don’t want a contractor to be in your home for a month, doing work that could be have been completed in a week or two
Read moreSurveyors
A building surveyor is responsible for ensuring the building is safe, livable, and energy-efficient and meets all the relevant building requirements and standards. Throughout the construction they work and consult with engineers, architects and builders.
Read moreContemporary furniture styles through the ages
Contemporary furniture has a long history of development and has evolved from the start of the 20th century to give homeowners over two centuries of design to choose from. If you are interested in investing in contemporary style furniture, it is important to familiarise yourself with what exactly ‘contemporary’ entails. Check out this list of landmark contemporary developments to guide your home design and find the era that works for you:
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 moreWhat to do after a power outage during storms
Make sure that the hot water heater is filled before turning on the power to it.
Read moreSafes
A safe is an age old mechanism that keeps valuables in the home safe. 21st century technology, however, has expanded on the idea of the safe and has made it an incredibly viable safety investment for homeowners. Depending in the style of safe you choose for your home, its functions will differ. Homeowners may require different options for their safes, whilst others may only require a very basic system. Hiring a pr
Read moreAutomatic Gates
An automated gate can be opened via remote or from a control inside the home, making it an investment that leads to comfort and convenience. Automatic gates now come in a variety of styles and variations, each suited to specific homes. In order to invest in the most beneficial style of automated gate, you should definitely have at least a basic understanding of the different options available to you. Different gate styles are better suited to different
Read moreHydronic Heating
Hydronic heating is one of the most popular home-heating solutions today. It functions by circulating warmed water through radiators, radiant tubing in one’s ceilings or floors, or through warming baseboards.
Read moreThe Best Time to Tackle Tree Cutting: A Guide for South African Homeowners
Learn the best times to cut trees for optimal health and safety
Read more2024 Pool Trends: Discovering the Ideal Swimming Pool for Cape Town
As we stand at the intersection of sustainability and enduring design, the invitation is extended to embrace the pool trends of 2024 and beyond.
Read moreDouble glazed windows: upgrading your standard windows
Modern construction has introduced advanced technology to some of the most basic home-elements, such as windows.
Read moreChoosing the right colours
But it's never easy to pick the right shades that will evoke the right emotions or make the space function the way you want.
Read morePainting your walls
All peeling paint needs to be removed with wire brushes, scrapers or a high pressure washer. Apply 1 coat of Plaster Primer
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