Skylights: the homeowner’s solution for natural light and air
Skylights are an amazing way to incorporate the use of natural light into your home. They give homes a touch of the ambience of the natural, exterior world, and open up the space of a home, giving it a more expansive feel.
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The 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.
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How 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.
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Steel 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.
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Dishwasher Installation
If it is a new installation then you are likely to require the services of a plumber and possibly even an electrician to provide a power point and/or plumbing. However some houses, especially newer ones come with the required plumbing and electrical points. Always have a good look around before deciding how to move forward!
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The Best Pool Tiles for South African Homes
Keep in mind the climate conditions and the level of maintenance you’re willing to commit to when selecting your tiles
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How to keep your pergola in top shape
A pergola awning is an outdoor structure with an open or partially covered rooftop that is normally used for shade or to enhance the look and feel of an outdoor entertainment area.
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Interior Designers
We all want the best for our homes, and have copious amounts of visions and Pinterest boards that map out every detail of our tastes, styles and preferences. However, not all of us have the capability and training to put these visions out into the real world. This is why HomeImprovement4U gives you access to the relaible and gifted hands of Interior
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Artificial Grass - Moving Forward
Artificial grass is a new form of home improvement that is expanding the possibilities in homes, offices and sporting fields around the world.
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Creating More Space in Your South African Home: A Guide for Homeowners and Renovators
Renovate your South African home to unlock hidden space and transform it into your dream sanctuary.
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Ramifications 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.
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Benefits of a large Garage
Having a garage can offer numerous benefits for homeowners, and considering a flat-roofed garage for potential future home extension can be a practical choice
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Expert tips for improving your home's market value
When selling a house a new roof increases its market value.
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Prepair the wood
Staining plywood is a little trickier since plywood tends to soak up stain at different rates,
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Lifts/Elevators
Installing a lift into your property is an expense sometimes worth taking. It is important to take into account all size and maintenance details when maintaining a lift in your house. Daily check ups and weekly visits from professionals is vital for everyone who uses its safety.
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Top four signs that home automation is not for you
Home automation is fast becoming one of the most popular home design and customisation trends. However, as a highly advanced, technology- dependent system, home automation is often not for everyone. Familiarise yourself with these four points before investing in home automation to decide if it is right for you.
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Master Key Systems: a convenient security solution
When it comes to convenient security, not much beats having a master key. Master key systems allow for homeowners, who have authorised access, to lock and unlock different doors around the house with just one key; the master key.
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After an emergency
If tap water is available, fill a bathtub and other containers in case the supply gets cut off
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Handy Tips for Purchasing Building Materials
Discover expert advice for navigating the process of purchasing building materials and achieving your home improvement goals in South Africa.
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