Choosing the perfect trees to bring your garden to life
Trees are the centrepiece of the garden and can give shade, support ecosystems, provide a perfect place for children to play, or serve as a picnic site.
Read moreVentilation
Installing a ventilation system is often overlooked when homeowners think about building or renovating their homes. Because the effects of having a lack of indoor ventilation are not immediately noticeable, many homeowners don’t see them as a necessity. However, ventilation systems can go a long way towards making your home the perfect living environment.
Read moreLED Lighting The Next Dimension
LEDs operate differently than traditional incandescent light bulbs. This makes LEDs far more rugged and durable than traditional incandescent light bulbs.
Read moreGrass Disease
Lawn diseases are a common and frustrating probability for even the most dedicated gardening-enthusiast. Knowing the types of lawn disease and their causes are an important step towards limiting your lawns vulnerability to diseases.
Read moreExploring the Versatility of Portable & Temporary Carports: How They Enhance Construction Sites and Homes in South Africa
Learn how portable carports optimise construction sites and homes in South Africa, providing efficiency and weather protection.
Read moreCarports
Carports are a lot cheaper choice than a garage and are great for storing cars. They can also be used for entertaining. However, carports, due to their open nature, are not as secure as garages. The advantage of a carport over a garage (beside the cheaper cost) is that they can be added onto over time should you need more space. Also you can utilise previous ‘dead’ space and add great value to your home!
Read moreTop tips for carpet cleaning
Carpet flooring can lend a sense of comfort and warmth to a home that hardwood, tile or cement floors often do not achieve. However, keeping one’s carpets clean and stain free can be a challenge as there is no single method for removing different types of stains. Follow this guide to boost your carpet-cleaning skills and know what to do with particular types of spills or marks on your carpet flooring:
Read moreCupboards and Wardrobes
Drawers and pull out racks are a good idea to include in your design. Suppliers of cupboards and wardrobes should offer a good quality product and service.
Read moreSecuring Your Property: Walls vs. Fences in South Africa
Whether you choose a wall, a fence, or electric security options, the most important thing is to take proactive steps to protect your home and loved ones.
Read moreMicrowave repairs
A microwave is a very handy in the house and can be a real trouble when they stop working, common problems with microwaves can be found and fixed if you know what you are looking for. Here are a few common problems with microwaves and possible ways to fix them.
Read moreBorehole pumps
Protection for borehole pumps can be done by using a control unit, switching units or probes for level switches.
Read moreWhy 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 moreBook Cases and Cabinets
Whether modern or traditional, there is a suprisingly diverse range of options to choose from when it comes to installing book cases or cabinets in your home
Read moreThe Advantages of Solar Power Systems: How Going Solar Can Benefit Your Home
Learn why investing in solar power systems is a game-changer for homeowners in South Africa, offering energy independence, cost savings, and environmental stewardship
Read moreThatching: types of thatching and thatching safety
If you want your home to exude a romantic and old-world feel, a thatched roof can be the perfect asset to achieving this look. Thatch roofing can be used for the main home, outdoor patios, open storage sheds or shady poolside overhangs.
Read moreThe Ultimate Guide to Quartz Carpet Contractors: How to Choose the Right Professional for Your Project
Discover expert tips on choosing the best quartz carpet contractor for your South African home improvement project.
Read morePool and Snooker Tables
Having a pool table is a great for use in social situations and with the family, but it is also very important to maintain the table for best use and to have the best equipment for when playing the game!
Read moreFrameless Glass
Frameless glass is a perfectly customised for areas like showers. Be prepared to see your bathroom in a whole new light, with more open space and a modern look! When designing your shower you are going to want to decide where the shower head is and how you want your shower to look inside.
Read moreGutter Instalation
Gutters don't look very impressive, but they're about as important as the roof over your head. Installing these properly is the only way for them to be completely beneficial to your house. Diverting the water can be used to help the environment by collecting it from the gutters
Read moreBad Feng Shui factors to avoid in home design
According to practitioners of Feng Shui, bad Feng Shui design implements in the home can have a detrimental effect on the homeowner’s general life and well-being. Bad Feng Shui causes a sense of disharmony in the home, can increase stress and conflict and can negatively impact one’s overall health by blocking and distorting positive energy.
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