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Property Lifestyle Articles in South Africa

Building & Renovation

How to make a home feel more high-end and expensive

While a full-scale renovation can be costly and time-consuming, there are plenty of simple DIY tricks that can make your space feel high-end without breaking the bank.

Cleaning hacks that will save you money

Our monthly spending increases as inflation rises, so these money-saving cleaning hacks are perfect for reducing our spending.

Benefits of freestanding or unfitted kitche...

There are several benefits to a freestanding or unfitted kitchen and being able to easily update or add on to a kitchen is just two of the benefits of this type of kitchen.

11 expensive, renovation mistakes to avoid

Renovating a home has multiple significant benefits both in the short and long-term, not least adding value to the property, but there are numerous potential pitfalls along the way which can end up being very costly indeed.

5 smart decorating ideas to enhance your ki...

Planning a successful child’s bedroom scheme depends on plenty of forward-thinking. Good storage, multi-functional furniture that serves a child’s changing needs, and imaginative décor are all key.

3 budget-friendly ways to up your home’s kerb appeal

Sprucing up the entrance to your home does not need to cost an arm and a leg, all you need is some creative inspiration and a bit of DIY. Here are tips…

11 Jan 2025

Selling? Home upgrades that increase your home value

When painting, choose a neutral shade for the walls, and stick to cold colours for décor and accents so that buyers can imagine their own furniture in your spaces.

10 Jan 2025

Home repairs you should never ignore

Whilst many issues can be ignored for several months – or even years – there are problems that should be addressed as soon as they arise.

08 Jan 2025

A quick, easy, and inexpensive solution for dated kitchen countertops

When you are looking for a quick, easy, and inexpensive solution for ugly or dated countertops, try using self-adhesive paper or film to give them a new look.

03 Jan 2025

7 signs you have mould in your home and what to do

There are certain warning signs that mould is present to help protect your health and property before the situation becomes extreme.

03 Jan 2025

6 easy steps to clean white walls

It's difficult to keep a home looking fresh when the walls show every sign of wear and tear. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get your walls looking spic and span again.

02 Jan 2025

Design and make your own built-in cabinets or cupboards

Built-in cabinets or cupboards are the best way to add storage or a decorative feature to a plain room, but how do you go about it?

30 Dec 2024

3 ideas on how you can bring depth to your walls

When you want to make a room feel more comfortable and set a mood or atmosphere, you can use various decorating techniques to change the perception of walls and use them as decorating tools.

26 Dec 2024

Avoid these kitchen renovation mistakes

When remodelling a kitchen or a bathroom, homeowners need to ensure that the design will strike the right balance between functionality and aesthetic appeal.

25 Dec 2024