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 geyser. Keep energy costs down The first step in keeping energy costs down is to choose the right geyser for […]

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 comfortable place to sit and relax, but also becomes a feature in a garden. Use powder pigments to tint to […]

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 and bad habits, and while a twice yearly inspection may not stop blockages entirely, it will prevent a big build […]

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 do you do?   It is handy to know what to do in the event of a power failure 1 […]

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.   If a switch has continuity it should be working, but no continuity indicates that the electrical path is broken […]

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 from the guys at Build Something, this wine display case is made using PAR pine to create a ‘floating’ wine display that shows off […]

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 layout Find the midpoint of each wall and snap chalk lines on the floor to divide the room into quarters. The lines […]

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 Make this wall-mounted and adjustable laundry drying rack out of PAR pine that you can buy at any Builders Warehouse. It’s the perfect […]

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.   This is an advanced project and- you really need practice to get a good finish, but you’ve got to start somewhere… YOU […]

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 something goes wrong with your home plumbing, whether it be a leaky tap, a blocked drain, or a toilet that won’t stop running. […]

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. One skill set that saves you thousands of rands is learning a few basic bricklaying skills. Bricklaying is one of […]

How to lay a concrete slab for a braai area, patio, garden room or entertainment area. Whether you are laying a slab for a braai, pathway or a patio, the process is the same. Here are the steps to get the job done. DIY Tip: To achieve the effect shown above, use a pointing tool […]