
2017’s top trends in interior decorating
Redecorating is one of the most exciting stages in home design because it gives homeowners a chance to express their creativity and structure their living spaces to reflect individual ideas about comfort and aesthetics.
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Safety tips for cleaning your electronics
Everyone knows that cleaning kitchen counters, doing regular laundry and dusting and scrubbing surfaces are vital routines to keep one’s home hygienic. However, not many people are aware of how dirty electronics in the home can become.
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Upholstery
Your upholster should provide you with a free measure and quote which should include collection and delivery of the items to be recovered.
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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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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 Step-by-Step Guide to Installing a Sauna in Your Home
Transform your home with our step-by-step guide to installing a sauna. From planning and preparation to the final touches, this guide covers everything you need to know. Enjoy the luxury and health benefits of your personal sauna retreat in your own home.
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Bagging or rendering: which one is for you?
One of the best ways to update the exterior appearance of your home is through bagging or rendering.
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A beginner's guide to contemporary interior design
Contemporary interior design has a long history of eras and trends, but remains an approach to design firmly rooted in personalised creative expression.
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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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Patio Cleaning
There's nothing like relaxing on beautifully clean Patio but Patios take a beating over the years, cleaning paving and patios is often thought of as a tough job and gets pushed down the to-do list. This can be solved with small jobs being done regularly.
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How to keep your pergola in top shape
A pergola awning is an outdoor structure with an open or partially covered rooftop that is normally used for shade or to enhance the look and feel of an outdoor entertainment area.
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If you’re selling your property, then consider this …
Have someone with a fresh pair of eyes, point out areas of your home that need work and consider the following.
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Home Gym Equipment
If you are a person who prefers to exercise in the comfort of his or her own home as opposed to a large, busy gym then a home gym is a beneficial decision to make
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Solar Power
However, we as homeowners need to keep in mind that we still have a responsibility to the environment and our earth when we build our beautiful homes.
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Cleaning Contractors
In terms of safety, hiring a reputable cleaning contracting company can be a safer bet in South Africa compared to hiring an individual cleaner, as companies are more likely to conduct background checks, verify references, and adhere to legal requirements such as obtaining work permits for their employees.
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Security Screens & Doors
Security, especially in South Africa is a major concern in the home. There are a wide variety of security options available including; doors, screens, burglar bars and expandable security gates. A secure home can still blend in with the architecture and design of your home. This means that your hard work in building and having a beautiful home and lovely aesthetics need not be compromised by a security system and physical security mechanisms around the home!
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Gazebos and Pergolas
Pergolas will help you have that beautiful structure in your backyard to give you shade, cover your hot tub, or simply define an outdoor space into something special. This can be done all on your own and let you add that last aesthetic touch.
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