The Age-old Question: DIY or Get A Guy?
What DIY is really worth DIY’ing Penny Pinching might do some good in the short term…But check the long-term balance before you commit to DIY. The basic rule should be to figure out the PCF of your DIY project. This might sound like a very involved process, but it’s actually straightforward. PCF stands for Potential for Catastrophic Failure. (We just came up with...Read More
Ceilings: The Fifth Wall of Your Home
When it comes to decorating your home, the ceiling is often overlooked. However, your ceiling is an essential design element and can completely transform the look and feel of your space. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most popular ceiling trends that you can incorporate into your home. Painted Ceilings One highly debatable design trend is painted...Read More
Heating your home with zero electricity…
The what, how and why of going low tech this winter. Storytime! My granny, a traditional lady form Limpopo, decided, shortly before her 70th birthday, to marry her European boyfriend. The two had been on again/off again for years, but when he asked her to move to Belgium with him, she said two things. “Yes, but not without a wedding ring”, and “I never want to see a...Read More
Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Fair 2023
A Spectacular Weekend of Home Solutions and Inspiration HOMEMAKERS Fair, South Africa’s beloved home improvement event, was held at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit this past weekend (24 – 26 March 2023). With more than 300 exhibitors showcasing everything from preserves to pillows, the fair provided homeowners with an abundance of home solutions and inspiration. For...Read More
Smash that garden gnome!
Celebrate your “Owniversary” by dealing with your peeves. Dear homeowner, It’s been a year since you took the plunge and bought your own place. It’s not too late to “smash the garden gnome”! Let me tell you a story: Upon hearing that I had bought my own home, my granny (a sassy lady born in the 1920’s) looked me straight in the eye and said: “Don’t forget to...Read More
The Truth About Wallpaper
How do you update your walls with each new trend? Wallpaper isn’t perfect. But not all wallpaper is made equal. Read More
4 Reasons Why CNC Modular Kit Homes Are Perfect For Today’s Economy
When a modular home factory uses CNC technology, the level of precision and efficiency is increased. Human error is all but excluded. Read More
Make Your Home Disability Friendly
Do you have a loved one who will benefit from your home being more accessible and disability friendly? See how to make them feel included. Read More
Eco-Building 101
Eco Building can be an exciting DIY project. You have to be willing to do your research and be willing to learn as you go. Read More