Exterior wall rendering can add value to your home and property. As a cost effective method to refresh your home’s exterior, it will also add to the aesthetic appeal depending on the type of render you choose. If your exterior walls are in poor condition or is a mixture of different mismatched materials, then you […]
Since construction is a methodical and very technical process, even a simple, tiny, insignificant mistake can wreak untold havoc on a building and send it crumbling to the ground. If you don’t want to end with a pile of rubble, ensure that nothing is overlooked at any stage of the construction. No matter how much […]
If your concrete floors require repair, is cracked or has varying elevations, Self-levelling cement can be a good alternative for leveling these issues without having to fix the entire structure of the floor. Everyone loves it because it can be poured in one day and walked over the next! Self-leveling is one of the newest […]
Having an efficient gutter system in the home is crucial. However, choosing which one to have can be rather confusing. The two most common guttering systems are metal and plastic, but in my experience, metal guttering systems work best. Let’s take a look why: Malleable Metal gutters have a low heat expansion/contraction coefficient. Meaning, they […]
Experts in the roofing industry would most of the time recommend people to get a metal roofing work. The key benefit of metal roofing and wall panels is that they positively impact building performance by providing longevity, durability, and sustainability. These benefits make metal roofing a far more efficient roof than any other type of […]
Venetian plasters have existed since the middle ages and have been used to create stunning finishes. Designed to be plastered in very thin coats, their thickness varies between 0.5 and 1mm, depending on the desired effect. They are now known under many different names, such as ‘polished plasters’ or ‘marble plasters.’ They get these names […]
Every future homeowner wants to find ways to cut cost on construction. And how can we blame them? Labor, materials, furnishings and interior decorations! These all come at a very hefty price. So, really, who’s going to judge anyone for trying to DIY certain processes? However, in certain cases, you’ll be expected to hire professionals. […]
One of the most important decisions after planning where to build your house is to choose an architect. Often seen as a bit scary, constructing your home involves many steps, and sometimes we get confused at it. That’s why hiring an architect helps enormously; even though it represents a significant amount of money that we […]
Nowadays, the drive to be more eco-friendly has spread to all facets of our lives. From the cars we drive to the houses we live in, we are constantly striving to be kinder to the planet we live on. But what exactly is an eco-friendly house? The Basics When we talk about an eco-friendly house, […]
First of all, what exactly is Double Glazing? As the name would suggest, a double glazed window is 2 panes of glasses separated by either a layer of inert gas or a vacuum. Double glazing was developed mainly for better insulation but offers so much more. Let’s look at some of the benefits here: Better […]
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