Creating 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.
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The Ultimate Guide to Retaining Walls: Design, Benefits & Construction
Increase Property Value – A well-constructed wall adds functionality and visual appeal.
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Concrete Waterproofing
Depending upon the type of waterproofing application you use, the concrete will be out of action for a certain period of time. It’s very important that the manufacturer’s guidelines are followed.
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Dry 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.
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Repairing Plaster Ceiling and Drywall Cracks
Scrape flaking paint and any other loose material from around cracks with the 1-inch putty knife.
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Lifts/Elevators
Installing a lift into your property is an expense sometimes worth taking. It is important to take into account all size and maintenance details when maintaining a lift in your house. Daily check ups and weekly visits from professionals is vital for everyone who uses its safety.
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How to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Moreover, inadequate draining and cracking concrete are also evident. Cement, bricks, concrete, wood, etc. are the most common raw materials of Indian houses. Older houses have older bricks and mortars exposed to temperature fluctuations and moisture years after years.
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Easy Construction Tips For You
Plastering materials can be used to plaster interior buildings or rendering exterior applications.
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How to Identify Defects in Old Buildings
Some of them might be right in front of your eyes while some are hidden problems.
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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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Expert tips for improving your home's market value
When selling a house a new roof increases its market value.
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Handy Tips for Purchasing Building Materials
Discover expert advice for navigating the process of purchasing building materials and achieving your home improvement goals in South Africa.
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The pros and cons of log homes
A cosy log home is one of the best options for homeowners looking to incorporate a rustic, natural design aesthetic into their living space.
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Easy construction tips for you
Domestic roof Construction is the framing and roof covering which is found on most suburban detached houses in cold and temperature climates
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Scaffolding
Doing a job in a high place on your property can be very tricky when struggling with a ladder. if the need has called for a new plan scaffolding is your best bet. This, if used properly and safely, can be a very large benefit to your need to get to those high spots safely.
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finding innovative ways to save money when deciding to build a home
Building vertically keeps the cost of the slab and roofing to the minimum.
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