Ceilings are probably the most underrated and underappreciated part of any home or office. They cover such large parts of our buildings, yet we barely see their potential as eye-catching pieces of construction with the ability to compliment the building’s décor. If...

When DIY projects go awry, the results are sometimes shocking and often hilarious. While there are certainly some projects that the average Joe can attempt to do himself, there are a great many that are better left to the experts. Here are a few of those. 1. They...

When you decide to renovate your home, it’s always good to have a few ideas at hand before phoning a contractor. While contractors have the skill and know-how to help you complete your dream projects, it certainly helps if you know exactly what you’d like to have...

As the seasons change, so do we. Spring drives us to cleaning out our closets, summer sends us running to the gym, in autumn we start trying out soup recipes, and when winter comes, we like to start nesting and getting cosy. When it comes to cosying up a home, colour...

very year we get one entire day dedicated to celebrating the love of mothers everywhere. If you haven’t bought a gift for Mother’s Day yet, or you need to help the kids to make something special for their Mom, then a good paint job might be just what you need. We...

Hiring a contractor to paint your house or office building can be a daunting experience. It might seem like a simple task, but if not done professionally and cost-effectively, it can end up costing you in the long run. If you are in the process of hiring paint...

Tiles are still a very popular and practical option for flooring in the home, but old-fashioned colour schemes and designs are definitely on their way out. You’d be amazed at the variety of tiles that are available today. If you are planning to retile your floors any...

1. Wood-burning fireplaces There are a host of different types of traditional wood burning fireplaces available, and as the name states, these fireplaces use wood as the primary source of combustion and heat. • Open-hearth fireplaces Made of stone or brick,...

Every winter, a joke does the rounds on social media: You know you’re a South African when anything below 16 degrees Celsius is Arctic weather. South Africa is renowned for its beautiful, balmy, sunny summer’s days, so for many of us, winter proves difficult,...

Spring is around the corner – thank goodness – which means it is almost time to give the soup pots a rest and take the cooking outside. If you’re looking to revamp your braai, the ideas below might provide you with some inspiration. As they say: summer braais are made...

We always encourage people to rather use a professional handyman instead of taking the risks involved with DIY projects. Occasionally, however, you might have a small task around the home that you want to do yourself. For those instances, we have a few tips and tricks...

Not all paints are equal, and if you are in the process of doing some repainting, it is very important that you choose the correct type of paint for the job. People sometimes assume that outdoor paint is more resilient and that it is wise to also use it for interior...

Looking to give your home a face-lift? While there are certainly tasks that are better left to the professionals, there are avenues to help you complete smaller tasks around the home with step-by-step DIY tutorials. These five apps are innovative and easy to use, and...

While there are definitely a lot of design trends from the past that we’d rather never see again – ever – there are just as many that we wish would become popular again. Maybe it’s just nostalgia, but we think back fondly on some décor and interior design fads that...

You’ve wanted a man cave forever, but your spouse has flatly refused to allow you to convert the spare bedroom. Now, we hate to tell you, but she may be right: foregoing an extra room to convert a space into a room that has a bar and sound system in it won’t...

With online tutorials, every Tom Dick and Harry considers themselves a bit of a handyman nowadays. While smaller repairs and DIY projects are on a level that the average Joe can attempt, there are others than no homeowner should ever try and do on their own. Plumbing...

The construction and building industry in Africa has grown and evolved tremendously in recent years. Incredible landmarks, skyscrapers and pieces of architectural genius are popping up across the continent.When it comes to reaching for the skies, there are some...

Does it sometimes feel like your mood is affected by the room you are in? According to some psychological studies, the dominant colour of a room can impact your mood and emotions. According to the website VeryWellMind.com the effect that different colours have on...

In recent years, with the rising popularity of television and microwave meals, the dining room has become one of the most underappreciated rooms in the house. Perhaps it is time to dust off the fine crockery, remove the clutter from the dining room table and invite...

It is November 2018 and I am sitting at my desk wondering What does it cost to pave a driveway in South Africa? The cost to pave a driveway in South Africa would most probably be very close to R 26 149.50. That is R 290.55 per m². This in my view would be close to the...

I am a Handyman working in Pretoria and I often wonder how do people go about finding and Hiring the right handyman for their projects? To find and hire the right handyman for my project I would do as follows: To find a handyman you can Search on Google or look in...