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BUNK BED DESIGNS
Bunk beds are a great space-savers if you have 2 or more children, but there are safety factors to consider.
FILL WITH SUNSHINE
It might not be trendy but bringing yellow into a kitchen certainly adds warmth, brightness and a feeling of sunshine.
SAFETY FIRST
Wintertime is when we take out heaters, but make sure that your family and your home is safe when you do.
THE FUTURE OF PAINT IS GREEN
With leaps in green technology, Plascon is leading the charge with a phalanx of eco-wise coatings.
SECURING A BOND
Whether you are building or renovating a new property, choose the best bond to secure your dream home.
WINTER COLOURS
Snuggle up this winter and warm your home with Plascon’s new winter colour palette.
GET A BRAND NEW SAW!
Take your old circular saw to the closest dealer and get a R1500 voucher towards the purchase of a new Festool TS55.
HELPFUL DIY TIPS
We offer a few helpful tips for setting up a DIY or woodworking workshop in a garage plus a few other tips.
DEEP CLEAN A KITCHEN
There are many ways to keep a kitchen clean, but deep cleaning this room is something that should be done regularly.
INVISIBLE SCREWS
When you are working with wood and you don't want screw heads to be visible, try this clever trick.
OUTDOOR LIVING
It might be winter, but now is the best time to start making plans for a patio or entertainment area outdoors.
STACKABLE BEDS
Stackable beds are great space-savers and are ideal for a children's bedroom if you need an extra bed for a sleepover.
DIY TIP
When you need to apply a finish, you need to support the work piece and these handy supports are a nfty idea.
MAKE IT
If you need an extra worktop around the home, this all-purpose table is a quick project you can assemble in a day.
USE IT ANYWHERE
In the home, on or off the road, the WORX High-Pressure washer is so portable that you can use it anywhere.
SMALL BEDROOM - LARGE BED
Not everyone has a big master bedroom and you need a few tricks if you want to fit a big bed into a small bedroom.
QUICK PROJECT
Use PAR pine and hessian to make a folding privacy screen for a bedroom, bathroom or open plan living room.
PAINTING FLOORS
Before you start painting your floors, there are a few things you need to be aware of if you want a lasting paint finish.
DECORATE STUDIO APARTMENT
We offer a few designer tricks you can implement when decorating a studio apartment for the first time.
FRONT END LOADER BED
I'm posting on how to make a Front End Loader Bed for a couple of readers who want to make one for their sons.
CREATE THE LOOK
If you're living with boring hollow core doors, you can quickly give them an elegant look without too much cost.
AFFORDABLE SOLUTION
Epoxy resin is becoming an essential material for home improvement, including transforming kitchen countertops.
DIY TIPS
Learn to do new DIY jobs with handy tips and tricks, get up to date on new accessories and innovative tools.
MAKE IT
Being able to make cement flower vases for yourself lets you choose your own colour and style for the finish.
MAKING LIFE EASIER
WORX brings you the ultimate range of garden cutting and sawing tools - cordless power for less effort.
INSTALL EXTRACTOR FAN
If you have a problem with condensation in a bathroom or kitchen, you will want to look at installing an extractor fan.
TIME IS RUNNING OUT
Water conservation is necessary around the globe and it starts by knowing which are the most water wasters in a home.
PLASCON COLOUR CONNECTION
Connect with colour - connect with rewards. Get your share of R90 MILLION worth of GUARANTEED REWARDS.
BEFORE YOU BUY...
Here are seven things to think about before you go shopping for a new washing machine.
INFUSE YOUR PERSONALITY
The way you decorate a home should celebrate your uniqueness, regardless of how quirky you may be.
ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS
Thinking of replacing your windows for enhanced home energy efficiency? You need to consider when purchasing.
HELPFUL GUIDE
Before you decide to start with a renovation plan, you need to know what your end goal is for your house.
DIY TIP
Here's a great way to keep all your mini-tool or Dremel rotary tools accessories organised and easy to find.
QUICK PROJECT
A step stool comes in handy in the workshop or home and you can make a set of nesting stools in an hour or so.
MODERNISE A DATED HOME
If you live in an older home and want to give it an updated look on a budget, take a look at these easy decorating ideas.
GROW FRUITS IN THE GARDEN
Take a look at the best fruit plants to grow in your garden landscape for the freshest fruits.
MAKE CEMENT PLANT POTS
Here's a fun and inexpensive way to make custom cement plant pots with almost any decorative design.
WHAT IS A FLOOR SCREED?
What is the purpose of a floor screed and why would you use a floor screed in your home?
GARDEN WATERLOGGED?
Perhaps it's time to install a French Drain, a dry riverbed or a drainage gutter to direct rainwater away.
MAKE IT
Not all kitchens have plenty of countertop space for baking but this mobile baking trolley has a drop-leaf and storage.
MAKING MEMORIES
Grace Williams offers her 5 tips to making Mother’s Day a memorable one for the family.
CRAFTING WITH PAPER
We list five paper crafts you can try and we guarantee that it won’t be long before you’re hooked on one or more of them!
DETRIMENTAL TO YOUR HEALTH?
Working from home offers many comforts but there are health risks associated with it that you may not have considered.
ON SPECIAL - TODAY ONLY!
The WORX Pegasus work table is portable, lightweight and easily converts into a sawhorse.
OTHER USES FOR KITCHEN CUPBOARDS
Kitchen cupboard carcasses, old kitchen cupboards or flat-pack closets can be used in other rooms in the home.
GUEST ROOM ETIQUETTE
If you have guests staying over, you will want a guest bedroom that is given careful thought and consideration.
QUICK PROJECT
This pegboard storage shelf is handy for storage in almost any room in a home and it's easy to make.
SPACE-SAVING STORAGE
You have to be inventive when looking for space-saving storage ideas for a small bedroom.
GREAT NEWS FOR DIY ENTHUSIASTS
If you live in the Randburg/Roodepoort area, you can have your timber and board cut to size and have it delivered.
GOOD LOOKS AND DURABILITY
Anyone looking to renovate or add a driveway should consider the benefits of a paved driveway.
NEED CURB APPEAL?
We offer 7 tips on how you can give your home instant curb appeal and most won't cost you a cent!
BUY ON SPECIAL
Builders currently have a selection of workshop benches on sales that are great for starting up your DIY workshop.
HOW SAFE IS YOUR DECK?
If you haven't inspected the structure of your deck for some time, it's time to do it now before it becomes a safety hazard.
BEDROOM OASIS
Kim Williams, focused on designing interior spaces, knows better than most the importance of a bedroom sanctuary.
STRANGE NOISES
Why does my home plumbing make strange noises, such as dogs howling or pipes that bang?
MAKE FOR MOM
This jewellery holder is a great mother's day gift or make one for yourself to organise all your jewellery.
TRIM THOSE TREES
For more robust and healthier trees, here are 4 basic rules you must remember when trimming trees in the garden.
MAKE OUTDOOR SEATING
Make a garden bench this fits around a tree in a garden or courtyard using reclaimed fencing or reclaimed pallets.
COLD FRONT ON THE WAY
Here's how to keep your home warm when the cold front hits - without increasing your electricity bill.
QUICK PROJECT
For a garage that has become a dumping ground for "stuff", this plywood shelf is a great storage solver.
MAKE IT
Kids love to play with Lego but the pieces end up all over the floor. This Lego table has a play area and plenty of storage.
HEALTHIER ATTITUDES
SARS-CoV-2 can live on some surfaces for days, so use the following tips for a cleaner, healthier home.
ESSENTIAL WOOD CARE
We look at natural waxes and oils that are available for the care and maintenance of wood furniture.
8 TIPS FOR MOVING DAY
Carl Coetzee, CEO of BetterBond, offers these eight tips below to make moving day a cinch.
FOR YOUR LITTLE PRINCESS
What little girl doesn't dream of being a little princess and having her very own princess bedroom?
WORTH THE COST?
What do you do when the perfect piece of furniture for your home is damaged - is it worth the cost to have it reupholstered?
TIPS FOR TEXTURED HAIR
Do you spend hours on your hair with a straightening iron wanting to achieve a straight silk-like look?
MAKEOVER INSPIRATION
In this article, we have a discussion about the stars and their homes as they have allowed us into them.
DIY OR HIRE A PRO?
When looking to give your kitchen a revamp should you paint kitchen yourself or hire a professional sprayer?
CHILDREN'S FURNITURE
We specialise in custom children's beds and bedroom furniture, from bedside tables to pullout beds.
HIGHLIGHTING DESIGN
An increasingly popular light source, LED light strips are easy to work with. Learn how to cut and join LED light strips.
DIY WORKSHOPS
Join the fun at DIY Divas at venues in Johannesburg and Pretoria and discover how to do-it-yourself!
IMMUNITY GARDENS
Establishing an immunity garden is a growing trend and we share some tips on how to establish and grow your garden.
DINING IN STYLE
The dining room is one of the last rooms to receive attention. These tips will help turn it into a space for dining in style!
NEW FROM KREG
Kreg launches an all-new range of technically advanced accessories for 2021 range of tools.
REVIVE OUTDOOR SPACES
Kim Williams offers her top tips when creating playful and inviting outdoor spaces.
BRUSHED OR BRUSHLESS?
There is a choice between power tools with a brushed motor or brushless motor - but what is the difference?
CREATE A SMART HOME
Creating smart homes with the power of security: Introducing the C6N and C1C-B for safety and security in smart homes.
ART ON A BOTTLE
Sleek and stylish, why drink your refreshments from plain bottles when you can have personal glass bottles?
SIT BACK AND RELAX!
Relax on your weekends while the new WORX fully Robotic Landroid Lawnmower does it all - on its own
BE WATER WISE IN WINTER
As we move into a dry winter, this is the time when gardeners need to be more water wise when watering the garden.
DO YOU HATE SANDING?
Everyone loves making projects, but the same cannot be said about sanding. This article will make the process a lot easier.
WHY DOES IT HAVE A SQUARE HOLE?
Why do some screws have square holes and are these better than normal (pozidriv) screws?
DIY TIP
Tie-down straps are a great alternative to strap clamps and they work out cheaper too!
WATER IS LIFE
Harvesting rainwater in your backyard becomes a simple and user-friendly way of protecting this natural resource.
BEFORE YOU MOVE IN
When moving into a new home, one of the first things to look at is how to have a more organised home.
MAKE IT
Add a bit of texture and interest to a display of plants with these pretty woven baskets that you can make in an hour.
SEALER OR VARNISH
Should you use sealer or exterior varnish for outdoor fittings or fixtures and which one is better?
A BRIGHT - LIGHT - IDEA
Here's how to frame a ceiling panel light for a bright - light- idea for your kitchen lighting.
6 THINGS TO DO NOW
Use this time before winter to prepare your house, making sure you and your family will be safe, warm, and comfy.
PAINT DOORS LIKE A PRO!
These expert tips will ensure a professional finish - no matter what the painting task.
SMALL HOME OFFICE?
Get your decorating buzz on and be inspired with these five small home office design ideas.
4 MODELS TO CHOOSE FROM
Now you can turn your power drill into a cutting machine with 4 TurboShear options from Malco USA.
WATER... SAFE TO DRINK?
With over 40 years of experience with water, JoJo shows South Africans how to filter drinking water, straight from the tap.
PORTABLE DECK
Life in a rental means you are limited by what you can do, but this portable deck is freestanding and portable.
SUCCULENTS NEED SUNSHINE
Here are some essential tips to keep in mind if you want to successfully grow succulents indoors.
PERFECT FINISH EVERY TIME
Using a paint spray gun for all your painting projects ensures a successful job every time and a professional finish.
DIY KIDDIES KITCHEN
Re-purposing old furniture is a fun way to use something you already have and turn it into something completely different.