Cladding
For those who aren’t sure what timber cladding is- It is also known as timber weatherboarding or timber siding. finishing the timber on the outside of commercial and domestic properties. This lets the wood edges look more appealing and modern.
Read moreSkylights: 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.
Read moreRoller Doors
Old Garage doors can cause more problems and safety hazards then most people think, so maybe it time to install a new door with a torsion spring and do-it-yourself tensioning. Installing a new, double garage door yourself will save you several hundred dollars and should take eight to 12 hours if you’re fairly handy.
Read moreBath and Showers
Time to redo the bathroom but cannot decide which bath or shower to choose? Well this can be a very enjoyable job instead of a chore, Choosing your bath and shower can be an exciting DIY experieince for you and can give you the bathroom you always wanted.
Read moreSecurity Screens & Doors
Security, especially in South Africa is a major concern in the home. There are a wide variety of security options available including; doors, screens, burglar bars and expandable security gates. A secure home can still blend in with the architecture and design of your home. This means that your hard work in building and having a beautiful home and lovely aesthetics need not be compromised by a security system and physical security mechanisms around the home!
Read moreMaintaining your Timber Floor
Maintaining a wooden floor requires regular care and attention to preserve its appearance and durability.
Read moreChoosing the Perfect Wash Line for Your South African Home
Upgrade your laundry game with the perfect wash line in South Africa.
Read moreTips to make your relocation experience easier
Moving to a new place of residence is often a stressful event. There are multiple chores that need to be done and preparing to live somewhere new can take longer than expected. To make your moving experience as stress-free and efficient as possible, consider these top tips for packing and moving your belongings with ease:
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
Read moreDry Walling
A Drywall is used to construct walls and ceilings and has become a popular material now used in most homes. Drywall is also known as wallboard, plasterboard or gypsum board and takes the form of panels of gypsum plaster pressed between thick sheets of fiberglass matting or heavyweight paper that are called facers and backers. Additives that prevent mildew, condensation or flammability can be induced in the gypsum plaster layer.
Read moreTermite Control
Termite control is available to all property owners and should be carried out every year or two. Holes are drilled around the homes perimeter and barrier chemicals placed in them and sealed with a small stopper.
Read moreIn this expect article we will discuss building a retaining wall.
After inspection the engineer will determine, the type of blocks to be used, the quantity of the materials which will be required.
Read moreLighting Materials and Supplies
Sometimes all a house needs is a little more light, during the winter it starts to get dark early. Installing new kinds of Light fixtures into your house could brighten up those early nights and make life at home a little more easy. It does not require too many tools or too much money.
Read moreHow to identify a good painter.
As for roof painting and waterproofing a good painter must clean it thoroughly before painting or waterproofing it.
Read moreHow much does it cost to renovate an entire house in South Africa?
Renovating a house is a big decision that requires careful planning and budgeting. In South Africa, the cost of renovation can vary depending on the size and scope of the project, as well as the materials and finishes used.
Read moreConstruction is a very delicate practice
soil samples have to be taken to predict the standup time
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 moreCommon 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.
Read moreTips for creating your home library
If you’re a lover of books and have a passion for all things literary, why not set aside a corner for a library in the comfort of your home. Follow this checklist to make sure you’re library is complete with all the necessary basics.
Read moreYour first building experience?
While you do want the best quality construction, you also want to ensure that every cent you spend is delivering value
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