Securing 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.
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How to paint a wall like a pro
One of the quickest and easiest ways to spruce up your home and give it a new look is to apply a fresh interior coat of paint. Make sure you follow these easy steps to ensure your painting skills are professional and leave you with a smooth and even finish:
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Driveways
A driveway is not only something installed to create an easy entrance to your home, it is the first thing that quests see as they drive through your gates.
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Glass cutting
If you ever need to cut glass for some DIY work at home, follow these simple steps. These are 2 simple methods to cutting glass if you do not have a glass cutter. These 2 methods involve a few tools and need to be done very carefully for complete success
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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.
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Fire Doors: the ultimate in fire protection
Fire doors are one of the most innovative, simple and effective fire-safety implements that you can have on your property today. Fire doors save lives, they can be seamlessly installed into your home and can save you a lot of expense in the event of a fire.
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Acrylic render: a beginner’s guide
Acrylic render is perfect for homeowners looking for an attractive and long-lasting exterior finish.
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Waterproofing
Waterproofing is when you secure a structure or object and make it water resistant.
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Timber Flooring
A flooring professional and or interior decorator can help you with your choice. Take into account the maintenance your floor requires as some timber floors require repeat sanding and sealing.
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The perfect garden plants for a wet and rainy climate
Every good gardener knows that trees, flowers and plants need to be chosen with the local climate in mind.
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Winter Season Pool Tips
It is that time of year again when you wont be using your pool and it is going to turn into a green swamp just like winter promises. So it is your job to try make sure that you do what you can to make sure that when summer comes again you have nice blue pool to swim in.
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What is Composite and what is it used for?
There is so much to say about Wood that an essay could be written and still not have covered everything
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Cold Room Storage
Cold rooms are an innovative option for cold storage in the home. They can be described as large, walk-in refrigerators and can be used in domestic spaces and for larger-scale organisations like restaurants, hotels, supermarkets and long-term storage warehouses
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Garden Irrigation Systems
Having a water irrigation system in your garden is something that helps keep your garden fresh and growing, as well as helping to keep your water usage and costs down.
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Decks
Commonly decks are constructed from timber and can either be attached to your house or freestanding. An attached deck with bi-fold doors is a good way to extend the living area of your house. Freestanding decks can be used for a gazebo or to surround a pool or outdoor spa.
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Sauna Materials and Supplies
Many people dream of having their own saunas at home, these can be used to relax and for multiple health reasons. Setting them up can be done outside or you can turn a room from your house into your very own sauna room. Here are a few basic tips and steps on how to do it
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Rain Water Tanks: an easy way to be eco-conscious
Water conservation is one of the most important and topical aspects of home ownership today. With water shortages increasing in many countries, one of the simplest solutions for eco-conscious homeowners is a rainwater tank.
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Early Leak Detection Can Save You Thousands of Rands
If you suspect a problem, the best advice is to act sooner rather than later to help minimise the potential damage
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Painting Your Home
Many people assume that professional painters just slap some paint on a brush and get to work, but that just isn’t true.
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What is the difference between Grid-Tied, Hybrid and Off-Grid solar systems?
Africa municipalities are currently buying electricity from homeowners at a lower rate than selling it to them.
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