Shade solutions

What shade solutions do you suggest for rooms and patios that heat up in the sun? ...

All about stacking doors

Bringing the outdoors in is an enormously popular trend – one that has been around for quite some time and seems, will be here for a long time to come. One of the easiest ways of opening up your home to the outdoors is by installing fold-a-side doors. Charl Jacobz, from Swartland Wooden Windows and Doors, offers some pointers on what to look for when investing in these beautiful fixtures. ...

DIY your floor this summer

Love DIY projects? How about installing laminate flooring? Not only will you provide your home with a fresh new look, but you’ll also enjoy the satisfaction of having completed a project yourself....

How to take care of timber windows and doors

Wooden windows need periodic care in order to ensure they maintain their good looks, durability and proper function. Naturally, timber windows are subject to a mixture of weather conditions and due to the various types of architectural and installation solutions, there is no hard and fast rule that stipulates just how often these maintenance activities should be made....

Sofa so good

Whatever your personal style or size of room, there will always be the right couch for you. It goes without saying that the couch you select should not only look good, but it should be practical and most of all comfortable. When it comes to some of the current trends, Justin Van Breda, the creative director of JVB Furniture Collection notes that “the emphasis is on scale and comfort. Sofas and armchairs that you can just flop down onto are on trend right now”....

How do I choose the right flooring to suit my lifestyle needs?

Floors need to set the mood and tone of a room while at the same offer durability and easy maintenance. With hundreds of flooring options to choose from it can be overwhelming for home owners to select the right flooring for their new home. ...