Garden Pots and Plants
There is no question that plants in your garden are a pivotal way of expressing yourself and bringing an element of life into your home. Not all homeowners have the luxury of an entire garden to fill, but this shouldn’t be considered a downfall to your home.
Read moreIs DIY Pest control the best option?
It’s a serious concern that some ruthless individuals are still selling pest control products that were banned some years ago due to their toxicity level and effects to the environment.
Read moreSwimming Pools
Swimming Pools are the best way to escape from the South African heat without having to compromise being out in the open air. A swimming pool is where parents get to relax and where children get to play with reckless abandon.
Read moreRepairing Plaster Ceiling and Drywall Cracks
Scrape flaking paint and any other loose material from around cracks with the 1-inch putty knife.
Read moreDeck mould and mildew: how to keep your deck fungus free
Deck mould is not only an aesthetic problem, it is also a sign of decomposition in your deck and can cause the wooden panels to weaken over time and possibly cave in, which poses a threat to family members using the deck.
Read moreHome Theatre Systems
Technology is moving forward fast and sometimes its hard to keep up, but for any family a home theatre system is a must do for family bonding time and even for some romantic nights with your significant other. You can stream your favourite movie without the hassle of waiting in line for tickets or having to sit in a crowded theater
Read moreRENOVATIONS AND COMPLIANCE
Drawings should be put in place inspected by an assessor and be approved before any project starts. Building an illegal, foreign or not recognised structure by the municipality is totally unacceptable, free advice must be given to consumers of the services and products.
Read moreShingles Roofing
Roof shingles form a barrier against the harsh weather, they can also give a nice look to your house. They can do this because they consist of a series of individual overlapping components, that when laid together in rows starting at the bottom edge of a roof protect the house to a great extent
Read moreKitchen Paint advice
Painting the kitchen ceiling is one of the ways to reinvent your space , it is an affordable way to make your kitchen more appealing, you need to make sure the kitchen floor is well matched. If you are not sure, look for experts advice..
Read moreLED: light up your home the eco-friendly way
LED lighting stands for light emitting diode and functions by conducting electricity directly and only into light, rather than into light and heat.
Read moreWhat to do during a power outage
First, check whether the power outage is limited to your home. If your neighbours' power is still on, check your own circuit breaker panel or fuse box.
Read moreTop tips for beginners in tree surgery
Tree surgery is a maintenance aspect in the cultivation, management, and design of trees and shrubs. Tree surgeons practice the repair and maintenance of trees in order to keep plants healthy, as well as improve their appearance and enhance their design. Here is a simple guide to tree surgery and its main exponents:
Read moreBurglar Bars
Different homeowners will have different needs in terms of how they want their burglar bars to function
Read moreBest Televisions and Screens
Your baby will probably spend more time in the nursery than anywhere else, so that room needs to be safe. Choosing your baby room furniture is one of the most important first steps you will need to take when designing your child's room.
Read moreBathroom Ventilation
A shower ventilation system can be very efficient if it is placed in the correct position so that all steam can be sucked in, if this is not done correctly and. build up takes place in your bathroom there is more chance of a a build up of mould or mildew.
Read moreBathroom renovations: Creative ways to modernise your bathroom
The bathroom vanity serves as a central element in your bathroom renovations, combining storage functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Read moreLouvre windows and roofing
Louvre Windows are very popular because they're stylish, versatile and can help to naturally ventilate your home. These are adjustable slates can be up of wood, glass, aluminium or other window type materials, the choice of light and the breeze or completely disappear from the elements. This also applies to the louvre roof and how you can choose and adjust the amount of sun you want and when you want it
Read moreEvaporative Air Conditioning
Evaporative cooling units are available in a variety of sizes and models today, Evaporative cooling is the sensation of getting out of the pool on a hot day and the wind hitting your skin, it is a light and enjoyable sensation and is recreated with this machine.
Read moreInterior design mistakes to avoid
Interior design is a true art that some are more naturally skilled in than others. Improve your interior designing skills by taking note of these definite don’ts:
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