Geyser Tips In an average household, the geyser is the most energy-consuming appliance – taking up almost 40 percent of your monthly electrical bill. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your…
How to make concrete garden bench Concrete is an inexpensive way to make a variety of projects, but it’s also the ideal material to use for making a garden bench that not only offers a…
Why do drains block? Imagine standing in the shower with water up to your ankles, or spending essential ‘reading’ time on the toilet and then it won’t flush! Most blockages are due to poor maintenance…
What to do in a power failure While our day to day lives are dependent on electricity, if you are sitting comfortably in front of the TV or PC and the power goes off. What…
How to perform continuity testing You need to perform a continuity test to ascertain whether or not a switch has failed. A continuity test will determine if a continuous electrical path flows through a switch.
PAR Pine Wine Display Case Perfect for displaying your favourite wines, this clever display case is designed as a ‘floating’ wine case that shows off your wine collection. 30/11/2018 Another clever project…
How to tile a floor Planning to give your bathroom or kitchen floor a new look. Here’s how to lay ceramic floor tiles for a professional finish/ HERE’S HOW: 1. Marking the…
Make a laundry drying rack This wall-mounted laundry rack is a great project to make for days when it’s too cold, too windy or too wet to hang your washing outdoors. 17/10/2018…
How to apply plaster to walls Plastering needs practice and a good technique for perfect results. It is possible to tackle smaller areas with good results but leave ceilings to the professionals. …
Garden furniture made from wine barrels Oak wine barrels range in price from R500 each depending on condition and source of supply. Here in South Africa our wine estates replace their wine barrels on a…
Helpful Plumbing Tips Whether you own your home or rent it, there are bound to be times when you need to fix up minor plumbing problems. 11/10/2018 There will be times when…
With DIY on the increase, more and more homeowners are looking to acquire basic skills for quick and easy DIY projects, advanced projects such as making furniture, home repair and maintenance, and home improvement projects.
