A simple guide to raft foundations
Raft foundations are also known as Mat foundations and are large slabs of concrete that are used to support both walls and columns.
Read moreTop 5 Swimming Pool Trends for 2024:
Explore the top swimming pool trends for 2024, from eco-friendly natural pools to smart technology innovations. Transform your backyard with sustainable designs, minimalist aesthetics, and luxurious water features that enhance both beauty and functionality.
Read moreBath Resurfacing Specialist
The bathroom is definitely one of the most important rooms in the house as it used daily for cleaning oneself and definitely relaxation too. A well-designed bathroom in good condition means that you will get the most from it. When your bathroom surfaces, tiles and fixtures are looking worn, cracked, chipped or faded, resurfacing, rather than replacing, could be the answer. Resurfacing should often be a cheaper alternative to replacing a bathroom and involves a heavy new glossy surface applied on top of any porcelain, ceramic or fibreglass!
Read moreFire Door Regulations in South Africa: What Homeowners Need to Know
Understand South Africa's fire door regulations to ensure your home is safe and compliant. Learn about ratings, installation, and maintenance. Protect your family by investing in quality fire doors for your property.
Read moreUnlocking the Secrets of Safe Drinking Water: A DIY Guide for Borehole Owners
Discover DIY methods to ensure your borehole water is safe and drinkable, with essential testing tips and key parameters covered.
Read moreSelecting correct Cupboards and Wardrobes
You can choose between a pre-built or custom designed storage spaces, built in or free standing. Cupboards increase the storage space in your home and can be found in the bedroom, bathroom, laundry or almost any space that requires storage. Without doubt they add value to any home.
Read moreWallpaper Cleaning
Test out a small patch of wallpaper with a tiny bit of dishwashing liquid and water to see if it is suitable for washing.
Read moreReinventing your space
Before choosing a colour, look at your space and find a shade that works best with the other accents in the room.
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 moreStair casing
Everyone can follow some tips so that their staircase is cleaner and safer for their family. Stairs are sometimes the most often walked area in the house, dust and dirt can build up very easily and cause major problems in your home.
Read moreBi-Fold Doors
Bi-Fold doors have slowly become more popular in the modern day homes. They look sleek, let in light and join up our homes with our gardens. If the weather changes you can simply open or close your doors without any difficulty or fuss. They only become a problem when you look at the price.
Read moreSteps to achieve Feng Shui in your home
The benefits of ensuring that your home subscribes to the doctrine of Feng Shui are numerous. Feng Shui is the practice and belief that manipulating your living environment can improve your overall life. The benefits, according to practitioners of Feng Shui, include increased harmony in one’s life, increased prosperity, and good health.
Read moreDishwashers: Why they trump hand washing every time
The debate between using a dishwasher, or relying on old school hand-washing techniques, deals with concerns like energy-efficiency, time constraints, water-saving and the hygiene and cleanliness of kitchen items.
Read moreGarden Cleanup
Doing a proper garden clean up should be seen as your yearly treat!" During this time you are able to clean up your garden to make it look its best before the winter season. This can help prevent any pests or weeds that are bound to come during the cold season.
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 moreShower Repairs
A leaking shower can damage your home if the waterproofing membrane is damaged. Leaks can lead to mold and other bacteria growing in your home which is of course something we all want to avoid. A waterproof membrane should always be applied to the bathroom shower area. If this has not been done you need to replace and seal the tile grout and apply a surface sealant to all joins on the shower base!
Read moreThe pros and cons of sandstone paving
Sandstone is one of the most popular paving materials and makes for a natural and light coloured paving style that has a distinctive appearance which some choose for its similarity to beach sand tones.
Read moreHow 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.
Read moreHow 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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