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THE KITCHEN DESIGN MISTAKES TO AVOID

A kitchen is supposed to be the heart of the home, but a few kitchen design mistakes can quickly make it feel like the exact opposite - a space that doesn't quite work how you need it to.

ACDC Dynamics' new initiative uplifts businesses in need of solar and backup power solutions

ACDC Dynamics has launched the Power Partner initiative to uplift small to medium enterprises that are being severely impacted by loadshedding.

Award winning grinding technology

PFERD’s high-performance grinding solution, CC-GRIND ROBUST, wins top award at K.I.T.E.

10 Expert Tips for the Perfect Space for Entertaining

Our expert guide on how to design a dining room covers everything you need to consider, from colour schemes to furniture choice in just 10 easy steps

OPENING UP

The future of the open plan kitchen is evolving

SMARTER CORDLESS, INNOVATIVE AND USER FRIENDLY

Tool trends and changes in South Africa.

DESIGN A WOOD LOG SHELF

Want to store your wood logs close to your fireplace, but you want something fancy?

THE DO'S AND DON'TS OF FIREPLACE SAFETY

With winter right around the corner, getting your fireplace ready to tackle the cold temperatures is a project to put at the top of your list. Whether you're experienced at fireplace maintenance or this is your first time using a fireplace, there are important safety issues to consider

LED MASON JAR LANTERN

I made this mason jar lantern to go with my wife's farmhouse décor. I made it from a mason jar, red oak, and 9 gauge steel wire

WORKING ON THE ROOF? HERE'S HOW TO DO IT SAFELY

Because it's better to be safe than sorry. While it's not necessarily wise to get up on your roof, there may be times when you need to make the climb to fix a slipped or broken tile or install a skylight, for instance

MUST-HAVE SAWS FOR THE WORKSHOP AND GARDEN

There is a huge range of saws for the workshop and garden and some really unique power saws that have recently been introduced for DIY'ers in the workshop and garden.

Make an entryway STORAGE BENCH

In this article I'll show you how I made this small shoe storage bench. It's a great way to capture all the shoes in our entryway and has been a welcome addition to the house

WAYS TO WINTER - PROOF YOUR HOME AND MAINTAIN ITS VALUE

After months of harsh sunshine, heat and dry summer conditions, many homes around South Africa will soon be exposed to cold, damp and wet winter weather

ALL BAR NONE

Create a rustic, solid bar table.

HOW TO GET STARTED IN UPCYCLING

Upcycling discarded furniture and giving it a new life is now much more fashionable than purchasing a brand-new characterless flat-pack furniture set.

FLOORING FIXES

Your floors are one of the first things people notice when they enter your home, so if you have a crack, burn or some damage, Y it is hard to hide. In this issue we'll tell you how to get your flooring back to its best, whether it is laminate flooring, tiles, or carpet

A guide to drilling

Important tips on screwdriving, drilling, percussion, and hammer drilling.

GAME ON!

Woodworking with children how to: make a Fox and Sheep playing board.

HOLDING STRONG

Use your metalworking skills to make a newspaper holder.

THE TOOLS YOU NEED IN YOUR AUTO REPAIR TOOL KIT

Having the right tools to perform basic DIY auto repairs and maintenance can save you time and money.

EASY-TO-MAKE PLANT STAND

I recently made a plant stand to hold one of my many plants! Yes I have a plant addiction...

Feature wall from SALVAGED FLOORING

Do you have some scrap or remnant hardwood flooring that it would be a crime to turn into firewood? Why not make a feature wall?

COMMON HOME WINDOW PROBLEMS AND HOW TO FIX THEM

When they're functioning correctly, windows are a wonderful asset to any home. They provide natural light and allow us to enjoy outdoor views. They even allow us to enjoy a breeze when the weather outside is nice. However, windows can experience problems that make them less functional. Most of these problems are usually windows being stuck or broken in some way.

HOW TO USE ANCHORS TO FASTEN OBJECTS TO A WALL

Anything you hang from a wall - whether it's a simple family picture or large wall shelf unit will require that the item is attached directly and firmly, with the weight safely distributed. The fastener you use will vary according to the weight of the object and the type of wall construction.

Get more from YOUR FLOOR

Installing a luxury vinyl tile floor-how to do-it-yourself.

Building A TIMBER DECK

Have you ever had a burning desire to build your own wooden deck? Follow this advice to get it done correctly.

HANGING AROUND

Discover how to make modern interlocking shelves.

DIY SOLUTION: RISING DAMP

You've noticed the unsightly bubbling, flaking and peeling of your house walls. You've painted, repainted and painted some more - but it just keeps on coming back! What could the problem be? You, happy DIYer, are a victim of rising damp.

NOT YOUR NORMAL SIDE TABLE

Learn how to make a hexagon side table with a drawer.

TRANSFORMING YOUR BATHROOM NEEDN'T COST THE EARTH

Upgrade your bathroom this weekend.