10 Steps to Growing Trees
Trees need room to grow their branches above the ground and their roots below the ground. Avoid planting too close to overhead telephone or power lines, or too close to buildings. Most medium sized trees should be located at least 2 meters from any wall. Check whether your tree has an aggressive root system and needs to be further than 2 meters from any wall or building. Some trees have large surface roots and will lift paving.
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Concrete Waterproofing
Depending upon the type of waterproofing application you use, the concrete will be out of action for a certain period of time. It’s very important that the manufacturer’s guidelines are followed.
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How to waterproof your bathroom
One of the most central design needs for a bathroom is adequate waterproofing. Without waterproofing for your bathroom, you run the risk of damaging bathroom furniture and shortening the lifespan of your bathroom overall.
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PREPARING A WALL FOR PAINTING
The swatches don’t always reveal the actual colour when it dries. You can test a few colours of paint on a spare piece of wood and place it against the wall.
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Blinds
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.
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Understanding the Role of Security Guards in South Africa
Learn about the crucial role of security guards and why they're hired across South Africa
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How to keep your baby’s nursery pest and bug free
A baby’s room should be the safest room in the house considering your precious newborn will be spending most of his/her time there during the initial stages of their life. As a parent, keeping your baby’s room free of any insects or pests that could bother or potentially harm your child is a must. Here are some guidelines to ensure your baby is not bothered by household creepy-crawlers.
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Unveiling the Secrets of Garden Rubbish Removal
Learn about garden waste disposal in South Africa for a cleaner outdoor space.
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Thatching: 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.
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Common Automatic sprinkler problems
Having an automatic sprinkler in your garden can be a very convenient way to keep up with watering the plants without having to plan it in the schedule of your everyday life. But they do not come without their own problems.
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Carpet Tile Maintenance
The best first tip top give is that areas where there is a lot of traffic should be vacuumed every second day, Perimeter and edges should be addressed weekly.
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Wendy Houses and Garden Huts
Wendy houses are makers of memories. They provide years of entertainment and childhood fun. As such, cubby houses must be sturdy in construction and should be made to last. And, much like a normal home, they have to withstand the harsh South African climate. The good news is that the Wendy house of today fills this brief. With extremely high construction standards, a range of attractive features and safety at the forefront, there’s a Wendy house to suit every family!
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Cabinet Doors
Cabinet doors serve a few purposes. Firstly they conceal what is behind the doors and then of course add to the decor of the room. It is therefore most important to choose the types, styles and designs of cabinet doors wisely as they can enhance or diminish the whole visual appearance of the room. Cabinets can either be free standing, built-in to a wall or affixed to it!
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Contemporary 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:
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Locksmiths
Locking systems play a vital part in peoples lives keeping them and their belongings safe, it is very important to know how each lock works and which one will be best for you and your needs!
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Window Installation
When positioned correctly you will receive optimum ventilation and lighting while still maintaining security, safety and privacy.
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Fiberglass vs. Concrete Pools in South Africa:
Ultimately, the decision between a fibreglass and a concrete pool depends on various factors, including your budget, desired customisation, time frame, maintenance capabilities, and geographical location.
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Artificial Grass
Installing artificial grass requires careful planning and execution to ensure a durable and aesthetically pleasing result
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