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Awnings date back as far as the ancient Egyptians and Syrians. They were typically made of woven grass or bamboo and were used to provide shade for market areas or in houses.  In modern day they are made of frame over which a fabric or material is stretched to form an umbrella type protection.  The...

Buying something as large and monetarily important as property is a huge decision and one that should not be taken lightly and as a private property buyer there are many aspects you need to take into consideration. Buying property privately is something that most of us in our lifetime will undertake, and there are a...

Decking is a very attractive type of surface covering for any area.  It is usually used outside and is traditionally made of wooden planks which are laid down flush next to each other to form a solid surface.  Decking is generally used outside and is most commonly used around jazuzzi’s, saunas and swimming pools.  Stoeps...

There are many options available when it comes to the designing your shower. The first choice would be whether or not you would like to opt for the shower door. Many people prefer to have a shower door installed because of all the benefits that come with having a shower door. The first benefit is...

A braai refers to the method or apparatus used for cooking meat outdoors on hot coals.  Most braais are freestanding units which can be moved around and they are made from any suitable materials that can contain fire.  Some braais are made from metal drums which are sliced in half and laid down horizontally to...

Thermal insulation can be defined as a material which serves as a blockage to prevent temperature transfer, or the transposing of thermal energy from one object to another with a lower or higher temperature.  Insulation is commonly used to prevent heat from escaping buildings, but it is also used to insulate objects such as geysers...

 When Choosing painting for your house remember to consider the dirty Marks that may land on your wall . Painting a wall is not just an idea of colouring a wall; it has to do with the appearance and the way it is revealed to the eyes of the observer which can be the...

Granite is a stunning igneous rock with a medium to coarse grained texture. Granite comes in a pink or grey colour and contains a fifth of quartz in its make-up. The pyramids in Egypt are made from slabs of granite amongst other things. The Red Pyramid is so named because of the colour of the...

There are many types of gutters made in all kinds of sizes, from different materials and in varying widths.  The most popular gutters are usually aluminium due to its durability, its resistance to moisture and rust and their light weight. Historically gutters were constructed of steel which was galvanized to prevent them from rusting.  They...

Are you tired of your old bathroom, the one you had since you moved into your home? Have you always dreamed of renovating your bathroom, but always thought that it would be too expensive and you just didn’t have the money? Well then this article is just for you, because renovating your bathroom does not...