
Laundry day tips to ease your washing machine troubles
When it comes to doing your laundry at home, a faulty washing machine is the last thing you want. Here are some warning signs that indicate your washing machine is experiencing problems, as well as some tips on how to alleviate these glitches.
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A simple guide to artificial grass
Artificial grass is an increasingly popular substitute for natural vegetation. Artificial grass had the benefit of requiring less maintenance than its natural counterpart and keeps a vibrant green colour all year round. For family members with sensitive skin or allergies to natural grass, artificial grass is also an advantageous choice. Here are some of the most popular types of artificial grass to consider if you plan to invest in artificial grass:
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Driveway Cleaning
Your driveway can be completely ruined by the stains left from the small batch of leaves that weren't swept up. This and other things can leave stains on your driveway that can ruin the look and be a real struggle to remove from your driveway.
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How to clean your skylights like a pro
A skylight can lift the atmosphere of a room in your home by providing a serene view of the sky and taking advantage of natural light. However, keeping your skylight clean can be a challenge as these structures are often in high-up and hard-to-reach places that take a certain level of skill to access and safely work with. Follow these top tips to learn how best to clean your home skylight with safety as a top priority:
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HOW MUCH IS IT TO BUILD A POOL IN SOUTH AFRICA?
The approximate starting price for a basic, small-sized swimming pool in South Africa is from R 50,000 to R100,000.
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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.
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Top four signs that home automation is not for you
Home automation is fast becoming one of the most popular home design and customisation trends. However, as a highly advanced, technology- dependent system, home automation is often not for everyone. Familiarise yourself with these four points before investing in home automation to decide if it is right for you.
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Skylights
The first major production of skylights began in the Industrial Revolution and, in the 21st century, they have only become more popular for adventurous homeowners who want to feel the outdoors inside their home space. Skylights have an obvious aesthetic appeal, but their use is not limited to this. Energy conservation and a movement away from reliance on environmentally-unfriendly sources
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Cushions and pillows
Cushions and pillows are among the most basic and effective aspects of décor in any room, whether it be a lounge, bedroom or dining room. Cushions and pillows are more than just decorative though, they have a functional role to play in that they lend comfort to furniture, or allow for a good night’s sleep.
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Shedding Light on Security
Discover how to enhance home security with various lighting options.
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Preparing your wall for Wallpaper
Preparing a wall for wallpaper installation and maintaining the wallpaper afterward requires careful attention to detail
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Prepair the wood
Staining plywood is a little trickier since plywood tends to soak up stain at different rates,
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Differences between wet and dry carpet cleaning
The Duo Applicator features twin contra-rotating brushes which open up the carpet pile and work the duo-P carpet cleaning powder deep and evenly into the pile and around every fibre.
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Wooden Gates
Whether you're looking for a delicate garden doorway or a large driveway gate, wooden gates are an appealing option.
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Contemporary furniture styles through the ages
Contemporary furniture has a long history of development and has evolved from the start of the 20th century to give homeowners over two centuries of design to choose from. If you are interested in investing in contemporary style furniture, it is important to familiarise yourself with what exactly ‘contemporary’ entails. Check out this list of landmark contemporary developments to guide your home design and find the era that works for you:
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A basic guide for home security alarm systems
A home security alarm system is necessary for ensuring you have peace of mind about the safety of your family and your property. With so many options on the market, buying the right home security system for your needs can be a challenge. Familiarize yourself with this simple guide to ensure you invest in a system that suits your needs:
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How to choose the right lock for your home security
The humble lock has been available as a security implement for decades and has only improved in terms of variety of design, strength and specification. Sometimes the tried and tested security method is more effective and easy to use than the latest technological innovation, which is why locks are still used as a common form of successful security at the home. Familiarise yourself with these popular lock options before you make a purchase:
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