7 Things to consider before starting your renovation!
7. Security Your home will be open 8-10 hours of the day, with gates opening and closing. The opportunistic criminal can see this as an invitation to gain access. Inform your contractor if, and when you are expecting deliveries and when your gardener will be there and when not. Most contractors and their staff will guard your house, as if it is their own, so you don’t have to be concerned.
Read moreAccess Control
While access control systems are very effective at what they do, they are most effective when utilised as part of a larger security set up
Read moreCreating More Space in Your South African Home: A Guide for Homeowners and Renovators
Renovate your South African home to unlock hidden space and transform it into your dream sanctuary.
Read moreFrameless balustrades
Frameless balustrades are aesthetic can can add a really nice look to your house, but they can be a bit on the expensive side
Read moreGutter Cleaning Tips
Having a clean gutter provides your house with safety and efficiency, Often, inadequate storm drainage leads to extensive, expensive damage in the form of leaks and flooding or such related issues as mould growth and pest infestations.
Read moreApex Waterproofing
The fight against the elements has been a constant battle for homeowners since the dawn of civilization. The history of waterproofing stretches as far back as 13,000 years and is considered the third oldest trade (behind masonry and carpentry).
Read moreHOW TO FIND ROOF LEAKS
Once water passes the roofing it flows along the sheathing, roof rafters or topside of ceilings until it finds a place to drip down inevitably onto your favourite furniture
Read moreHow to by build your deck the eco-friendly way
If you are considering building a deck to add to your outdoor living experience, why not do it the green way. There are many tips and trick to ensure you build your deck with minimum environmental impact, here are just a few to get you started:
Read morePalisades and Security Fencing
Having security in your home is always very important when you move into your first property. Palisade fencing although quite expensive is a very safe and reliable options. Although it is recommended to get it installed it can be done with some hard work alone.
Read moreCarpenters
Carpenters may specialise in a particular area of the trade, so please be sure your chosen professional is able to complete your specific project by advising very clearly what you need and what you expect!
Read moreCurtain Installation
Curtains are a wonderful (and very necessary) timeless classic window covering, particularly for classic or traditional themed homes. Practically they are effective at blocking light from the home, and often in extremely cold climates provide insulation. Heavy curtains are particularly suitable for this!
Read moreTop tips for carpet cleaning
Carpet flooring can lend a sense of comfort and warmth to a home that hardwood, tile or cement floors often do not achieve. However, keeping one’s carpets clean and stain free can be a challenge as there is no single method for removing different types of stains. Follow this guide to boost your carpet-cleaning skills and know what to do with particular types of spills or marks on your carpet flooring:
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 moreRepairing Plaster Ceiling and Drywall Cracks
Scrape flaking paint and any other loose material from around cracks with the 1-inch putty knife.
Read moreJoiners & Joinery
When it comes to putting together a table, or a step tool using mechanical tool is easy, but to add that look of first-class work, with smooth, metal free visible areas, nothing will do the job like a direct joint between parts, bonded with glue.
Read moreCordless Blinds
Nowadays, homeowners have more options than ever before when it comes to window treatments. People are now able to have many different types of blinds, this includes multiple lift systems, Each is unique and provides end users with vastly different functionality. One of the most popular today are cordless blinds.
Read moreHow to update your kitchen cabinets with paint
Let’s take a look at when paint works, what colors of paint to use on your cabinets and how to paint your kitchen cabinets yourself.
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