
Floods - What to do?
All South African rivers experience flooding at one time or another. The potential for flood damage is particularly high where there is development on low-lying, flood-prone lands.
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Joiners & 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.
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Ramifications of selling a home without municipal approved building plans
The reality is that if alterations and additions have been carried out on a property without municipal (local authority) approval and the property is then sold, it can become quite a complex legal matter.
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Carpet Dyeing
Often we spend loads of money on a carpet and over time stains ruin the original look, but instead og going and buying a brand new carept you can also dye the stains and wear on the carpet to give it that new look again. It is recommended to get a professional to do this but it is possible to do it yourself.
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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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Gas heaters: safety tips every homeowner should know
Gas heaters are one of the most cost-effective and efficient ways to fight the cold during chilly seasons. However, they do come with the risk of fire, gas explosions, or gas poisoning, if they are used incorrectly. Here are some tops tips to help you get the most out of your gas heater, whilst keeping your family and home safe:
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Growing Citrus in Johannesburg
Lemon trees are the only citrus fruit trees that can tolerate any frost at all and as a result are the most popular of the Citrus plants grown in the JHB area.
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Garden Furniture
After all the work that gets put into landscaping and planting beautiful shrubbery and flowers, your garden can be thoroughly enjoyed and experienced by your choice of garden furniture!
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Tarring Specialists
A driveway paved with asphalt can last as long as 15 years. Asphalt is durable, resilient and low-maintenance. The job can be done by yourself or you can hire specialists that can do the whole job for you. Either way asphalt driveways are a must a have if you are looking for a reliable driveway option.
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Alternative options for affordable decking
save up to 30% on your material cost by using H3 treated pine instead of your traditional Balau decking
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Surveyors
A building surveyor is responsible for ensuring the building is safe, livable, and energy-efficient and meets all the relevant building requirements and standards. Throughout the construction they work and consult with engineers, architects and builders.
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Hydronic Heating
Hydronic heating is one of the most popular home-heating solutions today. It functions by circulating warmed water through radiators, radiant tubing in one’s ceilings or floors, or through warming baseboards.
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PREPARING A WALL FOR PAINTING
The swatches don’t always reveal the actual colour when it dries. You can test a few colours of paint on a spare piece of wood and place it against the wall.
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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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Maintaining your wooden Fence
When getting a wooden fence in your garden it can be a great blessing. There are a few things you will need to remember though, these are just a few tips on taking care of your fence.
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Vacuum Cleaners
Vacuum cleaners have become more powerful and functional as technology advances, keeping our homes clean and lowering the risk of allergies developing.
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Wrought Iron Fencing
Wrought iron gates are the height of Old World beauty. Their classic appearance and long lasting durability have made them the choice of many people throughout the ages. You can now also have one in your home with the help of professionals and a little DIY.
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