When you are planning a tile project, the colour and type of grout you choose are just as important as the colour and type of tile you choose. This is mainly because both elements have to go hand-in-hand if you want the finished project to look as beautiful and complete as you imagine it during […]

What would a home be without doors? First, it is quite breezy, all year long. That is why a home needs doors, just as it does windows. Doors shut some things out and welcome other things in, are walked through, decorated, provide privacy and security. Confine the outdoors to where it belongs and keep indoors […]

An angle grinder is a handheld power tool that is able to perform grinding and polishing operations, and safety tips should always be followed when using an angle grinder. Angle grinders are typically powered by an electric mount, which is responsible for driving a flattened disc-shaped head. Whether you are planning to use an angle […]

A ceiling fan is a stylish and functional addition to any room. If you are planning to install a ceiling fan in a room that already has a ceiling outlet, wiring a ceiling fan is the same as wiring any ceiling fixture. If the room doesn’t have an overhead box. Hire an electrician to install […]

Looking for DIY kitchen cabinet ideas? Kitchen cabinets are the perfect canvas for fast and fun DIY projects. You will fall in love with your cabinets after you embark on one or more of these small projects, each designed to maximize your creativity with only moderate cost and effort. Take a look at nine DIY kitchen […]

Need some roof maintenance? Every, year millions of homeowners replace their roofs. Either because it has reached the end of its lifespan or last storm really did a number on it. But even though everyone eventually needs to replace their roof, there are several maintenance tips for shingle roofs you can use to avoid tearing […]

Exterior Painting of a house can be a demanding job, you can however save yourself a lot of work by preparing properly for the project. First, decide how much of the exterior will be painted. Only the shutters or trim may need to be painted rather than the entire house. Next, determine the colours and […]

Want to know more about how to select the right paint and colour for your home? Painting is a quick and cheap way to give an old room a breath of fresh air, or to make your house more sellable if you are putting it on the market. Read more about finding out all you have […]

Working in the garden can be hard work, especially if you don’t have all the essential gardening tools to get the job done. Depending on how elaborate your garden is, you will need a varying array of tools to get the job done. If you have just a few potted plants, a few hand tools […]

Protecting outdoor furniture is often last on the shopping list, but you should probably consider protective measures you can take to protect your furniture against all the outdoor elements. During the late spring and summer, residents will experience a good amount of rain. And even though rain is generally never a bad thing, when you […]

Utilised as versatile landscape accents, landscaping pebbles add beautiful colour and texture to any garden or outdoor space. These essential mid-sized stones, which fall somewhere between small gravel and large landscaping rocks, not only serve as attractive design details but also a functional purposes, too. With their varying shapes and colours, pebbles can create a […]

Pool maintenance is often overlooked by first-time homeowners excited to live the dream.  Welcome to the pool lifestyle. Along with the hours of fitness, fun, and family togetherness, there comes the hours of pool maintenance. Every single day of summer, your pool pump must circulate the water, your filter must clean the water and the […]

If you are new to cycling whether it was a goal in 2020 or it became a great source of exercise during the CO|VID 19 era, we have some cycling for beginners tips for you. There are so many amazing adventures in store for you. But also understand that cycling can feel really overwhelming at […]

Do you know how to tell when to replace or repair your gutters? When it comes to your roofing system, gutters play a crucial part in the protection of your home. They primarily collect rainwater and drain it away from your house. Without them, it will be very easy for various damages and unwanted situations […]

Are you worried about whether or not you need to replace your roof? Unsure if it needs a quick patch or full replacement? All roofs require maintenance. After all, they’re at the mercy of the elements, protecting your home through all seasons. It keeps out the wind and rain while keeping the warmth inside. Keeping […]

Wood Ceilings – What’s the skinny? The intent of this page is less about talking you out of installing drywall, and more about giving you a little encouragement if you are hesitantly considering a wood ceiling. It is a natural product that can easily be handled by one person, it is lighter to pick up […]

A serious warning to all South Africans – beware of cheap solar solutions – get it right the first time with a specialist, proven solar solutions provider. Solar is a major purchase and probably one of the most important investments you will make towards securing your self-sufficiency and saving a huge amount of money on […]

The time to take back control of your electricity costs and security of supply for your home and business by getting off Eskom grid has never been more crucial, or more pressing. South Africa is on the precipe of a radically different energy future. No doubt you are looking at alternatives, and one of the [...]

When last did you consider if you need to replace your doors? Doors serve such an important function in a home. It is not only your means from the interior to the exterior of a home, but also incredibly important in terms of presentation and curb appeal. Doors make your life easier by opening and [...]

Who doesn't want to look for every way to make life easy during load shedding? Load shedding is sweeping across, South Africa, Bringing darkness, frustration, and major disruptions to all households. When the lights dim and electrical appliances shudder to a halt, you know you have been struck by the scourge of rotational load shedding. [...]

There are a lot of home improvement projects for beginners that can be mastered with just some basic tools and materials you can get at Mega Paints & Hardware. Plus there is so much you can learn from watching videos and reading up on what you would like to do. Sometimes the hardest part is [...]

Coronavirus is the most dreadful thing we heard in 2020! COVID-19 has changed our perspective towards life in so many ways. One should be extra cautious while stepping outside the home, such as using a mask and sanitizer. The essential product list for COVID-19 is getting more heat as we move towards another wave of [...]

Looking to paint your walls like a pro but still feeling like a beginner? Painting a room is a popular project for beginners DIYers and veteran renovators alike. It is pretty painless, relatively inexpensive, and should something go horribly wrong, it is easy to fix. But before you grab that paintbrush and get started, it [...]

With the abundance of hybrid solar inverters, energy storage systems and battery options that are out on the market now we have put together a complete guide plus comparison of the various systems available. Although many hybrid solar inverters function in a similar way to off-grid inverters, only a select few of these systems are [...]

Solar power inverters are an essential part of a solar power system. It converts the direct current (DC) produced by the solar PV panels into a utility frequency alternating current (AC) that is directly consumable by the electrical appliances. This AC can be fed into a grid in case of an energy surplus. Solar inverters [...]

Utilising solar energy might not be the easiest thing in the world, but it is definitely among the most useful ones. It also makes sense in the long run, no matter how sustainable you are and where you live. There are alot of benefits of doing this, and every home or building owner will be [...]