How to Cut Laminate Flooring – A Step-by-Step Guide for a Flawless Finish
Discover the secrets of how to cut laminate flooring for a flawless finish. Master the art of precision cutting with our expert guide.
Wide Selection Of Wall Cladding Now Available In South Africa
Wall cladding is an interior design trend that has been floating around for quite some time and there are now wall cladding products available in South Africa if, like me, you love this look.
What Is The Difference Between Acrylic Sealer And Silicone Sealer?
Acrylic sealer and silicone sealer have completely different uses in the home and you need to understand the difference between the two.
Advantages of Ceramic Tiles
Discover the benefits of ceramic tiles for your home. Durable, easy to maintain, and versatile, ceramic tiles offer timeless style and practicality.
Can I Lay New Tiles Over An Existing Tiled Floor?
When you need to cover up ugly tiles it's good to know that you can tile over an already tiled floor but is it a good idea?
Can You Apply Cement Screed Over Tiled Floors?
For the homeowner looking for a way to cover up ugly floor tiles applying a cement screed might offer the perfect solution, but is it okay to apply a screed over an already tiled floor?
Why it's a Good Idea to Replace Standard Doors with Sliding Doors
There are quite a few good reasons why it is a good idea to replace standard interior doors with sliding doors.
When Do You Have To Worry About Cracks in Walls
We all know how to fix hairline cracks but what do you have to do for larger cracks and when should you be concerned?
A Cost-Efficient and Easy Solution to Add Double Glazing
Having double-glazing installed is an expensive undertaking but there is a way to DIY double-glazing that will provide all the benefits without the high cost and inconvenience.
How to Clad a Wall With Faux Stone Panels
Stone cladding is an easy do-it-yourself way to create a feature wall in a home.
Tiling Tips to Achieve a Professional Finish for all your Tiling Projects
When you are tackling a tiling project for the first time, keep these tiling tips in mind if you want to achieve a professional finish.
Is it Okay to Paint Over Laminate Wood Flooring?
Laminate wood flooring is an excellent flooring solution, but it is not affordable to replace when it becomes scuffed, scratched or worn, so can you paint over laminate flooring and is it a good idea to do this?
What to do if Laminate Floors Get Wet
Laminate floors are a costly investment for any home, but accidents can happen and we discuss what you can do when laminate floors get wet.
Use Paving Paint on Steps or Stoep
Using paving paint is a great way to spruce up concrete steps or a stoep and give it a new look.
Common Mistakes When Hanging Drywall
These tips may help you avoid the most common mistakes people make when hanging drywall.
Deal With Damp Before the Rainy Season
Spring always heralds the rainy season, and you should deal with any damp problems before this and also before the damage becomes even worse.
Tips on Removing Floor Tiles
Deciding to replace any type of flooring is messy, but none messier than ripping up floor tiles, so plan your day and let's get down to basics.
Resurface a Face Brick Fireplace Surround
Not everyone looks the rustic look of face brick, and we show you how to resurface a brick fireplace surround using porcelain, ceramic or natural stone tiles.
4 Tips For DIY Wall Panelling
If you’ve never attempted DIY wall panelling project before, here are some tips to help you make the process stress-free and with more favourable outcomes.
Affordable Solution for Home Flooring
Not everyone can afford a flooring solution such as laminated wood or tiles, but there is an affordable flooring solution if you need to cover up plain or concrete floors.
Why Wainscoting Is Still Popular
Wainscoting was initially intended to help insulate walls from moisture, but it is now primarily used for decoration.
How to Paint and Stencil a Concrete Floor
Indoors or outdoors, painted concrete floors with stencilled designs are an affordable option to many other flooring solutions and they are durable as well.
Keeping Skirting Boards Clean
It is strange that skirting boards are one of the items overlooked in the home and yet they do so much to add a finishing touch.
Why Hire Carpet Cleaning Services Before Selling Your Home
We discuss why you should hire professional carpet cleaning services before selling your home.
What Are the Options for Edging Tiles?
Most tiling projects have a point where they end and if you want these edges finished off nicely, you need to consider the available options for edging tiles.
6 Different Types Of Flooring To Consider
To help make choosing a new floor easier, we are going to look at six types of flooring that could be right for your home.
How to Disguise Scratches and Scuff Marks on Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring is a popular flooring choice for many homeowners, but not everyone can afford the high-quality option and end up dealing with scratches and scuff marks that mar the finish of laminate flooring.
4 Things to Avoid When Fitting Skirting Boards
Skirting boards require precision and attentiveness to ensure a smooth fitting and we cover a few things to avoid when fitting skirting boards.
Which is Better - Cheap or Quality Laminate Flooring?
It might seem a bit off to ask for a difference between cheap or quality laminate flooring but the fact is there is a massive difference between the two and we explain why.
Advice on painting floors
Before you start painting your floors, there are a few things you need to be aware of if you want a lasting paint finish on floors.
How To Screed A Floor - The Pros And Cons
What is the purpose of a floor screed and why would you use a floor screed in your home?
Clever Tricks To Keep The Landlord Happy!
Transforming a rental property into a home can be tricky if the landlord won't let you do anything, but there are a few tricks you can use!
Concrete Floors Are Pet Friendly
For anyone with pets, you will want to ensure flooring is scratch-resistant and easy to clean and that's why concrete floors are pet friendly.
Bring the Outdoors In with Wood Look Tiles
We all know how beautiful wood floors can look, but now you can combine the look of wood and the durability of tile with wood-look tiled floors.
Best Way to Remove and Replace a Cracked Floor Tile
Cracks in tiles can happen at any time, whether due to movement in the foundation or poor installation, but there is a way to remove and replace a cracked or broken floor tile.
Ways in Which Humidity Can Affect Your Wooden Floors
Read on to know about how humidity can affect your wooden floors and ways to prevent it from degrading further.
4 Reasons to Replace Your Home Windows and Doors
A way to ensure that your home is looked after is by replacing your windows and doors.
What Upgrades Increase Home Value?
Making a few improvements to a property can turn a house into a comfortable home.
Dealing with Recurring Cracks in Walls
All the houses in my development have a problem with recurring cracks due to the installation of a slab for the second floor.
Herringbone & Parquet Engineered Wood Flooring
Watch any home improvement or home renovation show and you will see how many people are interested in engineered wood flooring.
Laminate Wood Flooring or Wood-Look Tiles?
If you are thinking about new flooring and can't choose which one is best, we offer some advice on the choice between laminate wood flooring vs. wood-look ceramic tiles.
Beautiful floors made from scrap wood
There's nothing quite like a beautiful wood floor, and these wood floors are made from scrap timber and end grain.
Create a Feature Wall with Laminate Flooring
While laminate floor planks are intended as a durable floor covering, there are other ways to use laminate floor planks, such as to create and accent or feature wall.
Tips to Install Laminate Flooring
If you are thinking of installing laminate flooring you will find these helpful tips useful when tackling the installation as a DIY project.
Don't make these mistakes when choosing tiles
Bathrooms and kitchens are rooms where any monies on improvements will be best spent but don't make these tiling mistakes when selecting tiles for your kitchen or bathroom.
Gyproc RhinoBoard products receive environmental accreditation
Two RhinoBoard products within Saint-Gobain’s Gyproc stable have received international accreditation.
Repair Large and Small Cracks in Concrete
Cracks in concrete are a fact of life and are caused by various factors, but it is relatively easy to repair small or large cracks with ease.
Add Detail with Crown Moulding
As part of a room renovation that I am doing, where previously there was no detail between the top of the wall and ceiling, crown moulding has now been added as a decorative touch.
Master Tile Trends with WOMAG
With so many options of different shapes, patterns and colours available, how do you make the best choice for you and the room you are tiling?
Tite Waterproofing Solutions at Builders Warehouse
The Tite range of waterproofing products is exclusive to Builders stores and backed by the Sika South Africa guarantee.
Top 3 Tiling Tips
Having to recently re-tile a bedroom we discovered a few handy tiling tips we would like to share.
DIY plywood floor installation
With so many installations around the globe, plywood has been put to the test as an inexpensive and stunning flooring options for homeowners wanting the look of wood rather than laminate floors.
Below the surface - concrete screed
Fitting a flooring system properly at the outset can lead to a better more comfortable space for your family in the long term.
Restore Plaster in an Older Home
When restoring an older home some people prefer to restore to original condition. Here's how to do plaster repairs in an older home.
Easier Tiling Projects
Re-tiling is a great way to update the look and feel of a home, and possibly even add to its value. But just like moving home, a renovation can be a combination of stress and excitement, and – often puts immense strain on households.
New season arrivals now available at WOMAG
WOMAG is pleased to announce its latest arrivals. The new season’s collection of marble, slate and porcelain tiles is now available at its showrooms countrywide.
Concrete Floor - Will it Crack?
The most asked question when it comes to concrete floors is..."Will it crack?" The honest answer is "Yes" but with the exception of hairline cracking, cracks can be reduced.
Quick Tip: Affordable wood flooring
If you love the look and feel of a wood floor, and prefer the real thing over laminate, you can install pine flooring.
Taking the hassle out of renovating
The newest product from Saint-Gobain Weber is Renovate, a tile adhesive with a distinct set of benefits, one of which allows renovators to tile directly onto existing substrates without priming - a first for South Africa.
How to tile over tile
Being able to lay new tiles over existing tiles not only saves you money, but also a lot of mess and hassle. Not all tiles can be tiled over and we look at how to successfully tile over tile.
Remove glue residue from floors
When removing or repairing parquet floors, vinyl tiles or flooring, or old carpets, you may be left with a sticky situation. We offer some tips on removing bitumen and contact adhesives from floors.
Paint Wood Floors in White or Grey
Woodoc Water-Borne and Solvent-Based Sealers allow a homeowner to update wood floors in colourful finishes that are durable and tough. We take a look at wood floors sealed in white or grey.
Fix ceiling board to battens
Over time ceiling boards can sag as nails become loose. Eureka have introduced a drywall screw that's perfect for securing ceiling boards to battens.
A Fresh Coat of Paint
Winter (in dry-rainfall areas) is the perfect time to apply a fresh coat of curb appeal to your home. Pop into your local Prominent Paint store and stock up on the products you need to refresh a home - inside and out.
Quick Fix: Gaps around floors
Gaps around the edge of floors are a common problem in older homes, or where floors have been sanded or carpets removed. Here's a quick fix to solve the problem.
Strip and seal natural stone floors
Tile and Floor Care (TFC) have an extensive range of products for natural stone and tiled floors. In this feature we strip and seal a slate tile floor.
Tips on plastering an exterior wall
In this feature we offer advice, tips and tricks for plastering an exterior wall where the plaster finish was falling off.
Plywood floors becoming a popular trend
Since my original post some years back, plywood floors are definitely trending with those homeowners looking for affordable flooring that offers something unique.
Beautiful cement-based floors
One of the hardest decisions to make when renovating or building a home is to decide on the most suitable type of flooring. An important part of making this decision is knowing about the pros and cons of different flooring options.
Cons of cheap laminate flooring
We have had plenty of readers ask for advice on restoring and repairing laminate flooring. As with everything, cheap may end up costing you more!
Renovating a hardwood floor
Renovating hardwood floors might not seem easy, but it's not as difficult and as you might imagine. With proper planning, the right supplies and tools, and a weekend, and the results are rewarding and long lasting.
Easy way to cut curves in tiles
With all the new tools we have today, some methods have become outdated and time consuming. Cutting curves in tiles is one of those methods, and you can now cut smooth decorative curves and cut outs in ceramic and porcelain tiles with ease.
Replace sagging or damaged ceilings
Over time, ceilings can sag or be damaged by leaks in the roof and need to be replaced. This is a task that can be done as a DIY project, or you can call in a reputable ceiling installer.
Affordable makeover with vinyl tiles
You may not think that vinyl tiles are glam, but when properly laid they can give any bathroom a makeover on a tight budget. Plus, vinyl tiles are tough and durable, and perfect for a small bathroom.
Concrete floors with personality
Many people consider concrete to be cold and lacking in personality, but both cement finishes and concrete have valuable properties that can be used to regular temperature.
Luxury vinyl tile for today's floors
Luxury vinyl tiles are definitely an option to consider when looking for flooring alternatives. Vinyl planks simulate the look of real wood without the noise, durability or cleaning concerns. Now, you can install vinyl floors over ceramic tiles.
What you should know about cement finishes
When deciding upon wall or floor finishes for your next renovation or building project, you need to be informed about the choices available. To help you better understand cement-based finishes we've summarised five distinctive features of cement finishes.
Antibacterial grout
Starlike is the first epoxy grout to offer antibacterial properties for bathrooms and kitchens. Plus, all the colours of Starlike range are UV-resistant, making them suitable both for indoor and outdoor use.
Stain bare concrete floors with CreteStain
Here's how to give a bare concrete floor a facelift without breaking the bank. Using easy steps you can use CreteStain to give concrete floors a makeover.
Now you can tile over smooth surfaces
Homeowners tackling their own tiling projects can overcome the potential lifting of tiles linked to surfaces that are dense, impervious or smooth, by using the new TAL Keymix powder primer.
Laminate floors offer easy DIY installation
There's no denying that laminate floors offer good looks for a home. If these are properly maintained and look after a laminate floor can look good for several years.
Beautiful walls and floors with Italian plaster
With Stucco, or Italian plaster, you can turn floors, walls, countertops and many other surfaces into work of art.
Lustrolite... Alternative to glass splashbacks
Lustrolite is a high-gloss product that can be used for splashbacks and wall decor for bathrooms and kitchens and offers a more affordable alternative to glass.
Care and maintenance tips for hardwood floors
Hardwood flooring is an expensive investment and proper care and maintenance is required, not only to keep them looking good, but also ensure they last a lifetime. Whether your hardwood floors are oak, Oregon pine or teak, all require finishing in some way or another.
Can I screed my floors?
We receive lots of enquiries for homeowners wanting to screed floors. A screed floor is a product that provides a thin, smooth overlay when applied over rough concrete slabs or uneven floors.
Trending... Tiles that look like concrete
Many homeowners would like to incorporate concrete finishes in a home - without the mess, hassle and cost normally associated with these finishes. A new trend is to use concrete-look tiles.
Remove oil stains from concrete
Grease and oil stains in concrete can be difficult to remove and we asked the Concrete Institute to offer a solution on how to remove oil stains from concrete.
Time to paint your home exterior
If the weather is good and you haven't yet got round to painting your home exterior, do it now before the rainy season sets in. You will need to set aside a week to include prep and painting.
An easy guide to choosing tiles
The evolution of design has increased the versatility of tiles. Though mainly used for kitchen and bathrooms, tiles are perfect for every room in a home.
How to install laminate flooring
Laminate wood flooring is still a popular options for many homeowners as an alternative to other flooring types. We show you step-by-step how to install laminate wood flooring.
How to get rid of bumpy walls
In an older home chances are you have ugly bumpy walls. But there is a way to smooth those bumpy walls.
How difficult is DIY plastering?
Since winter (or dry season) is the best time to tackle plastering projects there are obviously quite a few homeowners getting stuck in. If you want advice on how to plaster or find out whether plastering is easy or difficult, read on...
Fit and install over-skirtings
No more ripping out skirtings boards! Now you can fit and install over-skirtings to add a decorative finish to a home. Over-skirtings are manufactured to fit over the top of most standard skirtings and are easily cut, glued and installed.
Choosing the right tile adhesive and additive
When taking on a tiling project you want to ensure a successful result, so it's important to know what products are available and how to use these in your next tiling project.
New floor tiles for bedroom
The carpet in my bedroom was installed 15 years ago, I'm ashamed to say. It's almost threadbare and really looks grubby. No amount of cleaning improves how it looks, so it's definitely time to rip up. Rather than put down new carpet I have decided to put floor tiles down... but not just any floor tiles - wood grain imprinted floor tiles!
Wall and floor tiles with wood-like finish
I will soon be featuring a project where I removed the carpets in my bedroom and dressing room and replaced them with tiles imprinted with a wood grain finish. The original carpet was old and grubby and the new tiles make a huge difference to the bedroom.
DIY option for tiling a kitchen wall
After the kitchen revamp I didn't know what to do with the tiles around the windows, since the burglar bars were welding in and couldn't be removed. As a temporary fix I glued vinyl tiles over the ceramic tiles. But the time has come to properly tile the kitchen walls.
Bamboo... More than just floors
The buzzword all around the world these days is ‘sustainability’. Going green is even becoming an increasingly prominent trend in home décor, as we look for ways to beautify our living space, while helping the environment.
Add decorative cornice to bathroom
In the bathroom they never bothered to fit a cornice around the top of the wall and it always looked unfinished. Thanks to the guys at DAS Products for supplying an easy solution for adding a decorative cornice to the bathroom.
Tile indoors and outdoors for a seamless flow
Tiling outdoors allows you to extend your indoor living spaces and, whether it's a patio, stoep, boma, edladleni or braai area.
Plastering walls
Plastering needs practice and a good technique for perfect results. It is possible to tackle smaller areas with good results but leave ceilings to the professionals.
Clad a face brick wall
Judging by the number of queries I receive, there are plenty of homeowners out there who are living with face brick walls, especially with a fitted fireplace, that hate the look. While we have previously look at painting a face brick wall, another option to consider is cladding the wall.
Repair & paint home exterior for lasting results
I took on the huge task of painting three home exteriors in my development. The three homes in question, including my own, were full of exterior cracks, chips, and one home in particular had extensive peeling and bubbling paint and required damp proofing.
Give your home a mini facelift
Updating the decor in your home doesn't have to be a long, laborious or expensive process. Instead, get a little instant gratification by using Plascon paints to easily refresh areas and items throughout the house.
How to lay self-levelling floor compound
A self-levelling cement screed is a quick setting concrete compound that is designed to level imperfect floors. You would use a self-levelling floor screed to finish off a concrete floor or screed floor as a base for tiling, vinyl or laminate floors.
Luxury bathroom tile options
If you are planning a new bathroom renovation or building a new home, creating a relaxing sanctuary is one of the leading home improvement trends and ceramic tile creates dramatic first impressions.
Epoxy flooring
Rust-Oleum EPOXYShield garage floor coating provides an easy to clean showroom quality flooring option for a garage floor.
Home transformation with Plascon Micatex
This entry into our Bosch Home Improvement Competition shows how Charlene and her husband used Plascon Micatex to transform their newly-bought house from a very old peeling paint-job to a beautiful dune colour.
Should I paint exterior face brick?
Face brick homes have been a popular choice for many homeowners through the years. With time, however, even brick will lose some of its appeal. Homeowners start to look for options on what can be done to refresh the look of their brick homes.
Add wall cladding
Wall cladding is becoming a popular trend in homes as manufacturers introduce DIY alternatives to solid rock. Available locally, wall cladding in supplied in ready-made panels that resemble to look and feel of natural stone and rock.
Beautiful walls... naturally!
These days it's easy to have good looking walls without the hassle or fuss of installing tiles. Cementitious (cement-based) products are now easily available off-the-shelf for any savvy DIY home improvement enthusiast to tackle themselves.
Frameless glass windows and doors
Sit back and enjoy the view when you install frameless windows, frameless folding or sliding doors, as these offer an unobstructed and panoramic view of the surroundings.
Brick veneer wall cladding for indoors & outdoors
Not only does cladding with brick veneer add texture and architectural detail to walls, it's also a great way to cover up walls that are prone to hairline cracks, have a rough plastered finish, or blank walls that lack interest.
Install Gyproc plastered ceilings
A flush plastered ceiling consists of steel branders onto which Gyproc RhinoBoard is fixed. All joints are covered with Gyproc RhinoTape and the ceiling then plastered with a 3 - 6mm coat of RhinoLite or CreteStone.
Install Gyproc M-Strip ceilings
Finally, an informative step-by-step guide on how to install an M-Strip brandered ceiling. I have yet to get round to replacing my one ceiling and this detailed guide from Gyproc is comprehensive enough that even a beginner DIY-er can install his or her own ceilings.
Using RhinoLite and CreteStone finishes
I receive a lot of enquiries from homeowners who have used, or had work done in their homes using RhinoLite and CreteStone. Most of the problems arise from lack of product knowledge, either on the part of the homeowner, or on the part of the contractor.
How to remove and install new skirtings
In this article we show you how to replace standard skirting boards with skirting boards that provide an attractive finish and architectural detail to a room.
Don't tile when you can CemWash
Don't think that you have to tile bathroom walls and floors when there are so many other options to choose from.
Interior & Exterior plaster finishes
If there are damaged walls in your home, areas where you have removed tiles, or walls that are uneven or highly textured, plastering is one of the ways to fix these types of defects. Using a plaster mix, plastering is the technique for covering up raw and rough surfaces.
Rock wall cladding
I love the look of natural stone clad walls - both interior or exterior walls. It's a way to introduce texture and detail to an otherwise bland room. It's also a way to merge interior and exterior areas.
Tile over an existing tiled wall
Where tiles are still in good condition, and you don't want to paint over tiles, there is the option to tile over existing tiles.
Glass blocks let in natural light
I have always considered glass blocks to be perfect for bathrooms - they let in plenty of natural light without any loss of privacy, and now that they are available in soft and bright colours, you can use glass blocks in even more creative ways.
Installing wooden windows and frames
Windows are an important element in how a home looks. From a design point of view window styles are suited to particular styles of homes.
Repair, restore or renovate concrete
Conventional wisdom holds that old concrete, with cracks, surface discolouration, or surface imperfections, must be removed and replaced if improving the look of the concrete is the goal.
Clever way to add decorative skirtings
This is one clever trick that I am sure many of you will appreciate, especially if you are looking to add a nice, high detailed trim to the base of your walls.
Easy way to add crown moulding
Forget about a hammer and nails, you can easily install the new style polystyrene crown moulding and cornice with a tube or two of No More Nails and a caulking gun.
Install wall panelling
Panelling, wainscoting, board and batten - it's been a part of home decor for a long time. There are various design styles that can be applied to walls in a home. Here are some tips on how to install or add panelling to your home...
Wall panelling adds architectural detail
Add interest to a plain dining room with this faux moulding project. All you need for this project is a few strips of pine and skirting, and some satin paint to finish off.
Install crown moulding
Installing crown moulding, like playing the piano, takes practice. Unlike playing the piano, however, most people can get the hang of it with only a little practice.
Remove and replace skirtings
In an older home you may find that skirting boards need to be replaced either due to rotting, damage over time, or simply to update a home. In this do-it-yourself project we show you how to remove and replace skirting boards.
Tile indoors and outdoors for a seamless flow
The contemporary outdoor relaxation area is a functional extension of the home and is as important as any other living area when it comes to planning the right decor to suit the space.
How to tile a kitchen floor
Tiling a floor, any floor, is not that difficult if you have the right tools at hand and a bit of DIY savvy when it comes to laying tile. In this article we show you how to remove vinyl tile from a kitchen floor - two layers of vinyl tile in fact - and lay a ceramic tile floor.
Create an instant feature with tiles
If you are looking for a way to give your home a facelift without spending a fortune, consider using decorative ceramic tiles and mosaic.
How to lay self-levelling floor compound
Before we look at how to lay self-levelling cement... What is a self-levelling floor finish ? A self-levelling cement screed is a quick setting concrete compound that is designed to level imperfect floors.
Online floor planner makes it easier
Choosing the right flooring for a room or home can be a difficult process. We've discussed flooring options, but in this article we look at choosing the colour - light or dark - for flooring.
In search of the best flooring option
With so many options to choose from, installing flooring is a difficult decision to make, but one best left to the homeowner. The flooring you select for a home not only reflects your personal taste, it will also tie in with your style of decor and your way of life.
Bamboo floors - a good choice
It has been well over a year since I installed bamboo floors in the bathroom, and I am happy to report that it still looks as good as when installed. The bamboo laminate floor is installed in our second bathroom, which serves as the main bathroom for two grown boys and as a guest loo, so it takes a fair amount of routine and traffic.
Restore parquet floors
You either love or hate parquet floors but when cared for and maintained, parquet floors are a valuable investment in a home. If you have parquet floor buried under layers of carpet, perhaps consider the option of restoring the floor to its original condition.
Install vinyl floor tiles
I receive a lot of enquiries from homeowners wanting to update or install new flooring on a tight budget. For some areas, and for a nursery or children's bedroom, I have found that vinyl tiles offer the most practical and affordable flooring option for anyone on a small budget.
How to paint concrete
Don't live with a dingy, grey concrete slab when there are so many ways to update and give concrete a makeover.
Choose a natural clay brick floor
Since writing my first article, brick floors definitely seem to be a consideration for home floors, whether in a kitchen, bathrooms, or any room in a home. Clay brick is by far the most affordable flooring option and is available in a wide selection of colours, from light to dark.
Upgrade your outdoors with pavers
With so many options to choose from for enhancing an outdoor living space, cement pavers allow you to create a beautiful space on a budget, and outdoor spaces are just as important as indoors when more homeowners are looking to improve rather than move.
Luxury floors without the hassle
Deciding what flooring to install can be a difficult decision, especially with so many options to choose from.
How to tile over existing tiles
As long as the existing floor tiles are in good condition, and the surface is level, you can install new tile over an existing tiled floor. However, it is not recommended that you tile over high-gloss ceramic or other tiles, as there is insufficient bonding between the old and new surfaces.
Plywood floors
So many homeowners are looking for affordable - and eco friendly - ways to update and improve a home.
Brick floors
Brick has a natural beauty that blends perfectly with almost any style of home. Once sealed and protected, a brick floor is just as versatile as any other type of flooring - if not more so.
Choose the right flooring
While budget plays an important role in determining what flooring you can afford, whether you are renovating or choosing flooring to update your home, you will find the tips below useful for choosing the right flooring for a home.
Luxury vinyl flooring
One of the best kept secrets in hard-surface flooring is now out of the bag - it's almost identical to high-end hardwood floors that look great in any home - but provides quiet, warm-performance benefits, is easy to maintain and won't break your budget.
Invest in bamboo flooring
Bamboo is an excellent, ecological flooring option, but not all bamboo is created equal. Since it caught on in the early 90s, this building material has been heralded as a green, sustainable, plentiful resource.
Stain or paint concrete floor
Many homeowners are choosing to have a concrete floor rather than tile or carpet their interiors. This versatile and low maintenance flooring option can be polished, stained or painted.
Flooring trends
Check out some of the newest technologies and reclaimed materials that are becoming the hottest products in flooring.
Epoxy floors
Epoxy paint is a two-part paint product that was originally designed for industrial flooring application. Now available for residential use, epoxy paints provide a tough, durable protective coating that makes them easy to maintain.
Natural stone floors
Floors usually undergo heavy traffic in your home. They are expected to cope with the traffic flow on a daily basis. Added to that, floors are susceptible to spillages, heavy weight objects that rest on it and they have to look good whilst doing all that.
Bring concrete to life
Despite its many wonderful attributes, concrete slabs can be boring. Whether we are talking about a concrete verandah, a pathway or a driveway, there is something very uninspiring about the flat, dull look of grey concrete.
Fixing and repairing cracks in concrete
Cracks in concrete happen all the time as a result of shrinkage or movement. As concrete cures and dries out it has a tendency to shrink, and that's why it is important to lightly spray concrete with water during the curing or drying process.
Remove interior walls
Knocking down internal walls can transform your home by turning two or more cramped rooms into one integrated and spacious area. But knocking down a wall – any wall – is not a job to rush into.
Brick veneer wall cladding for indoors & outdoors
Not only does cladding with brick veneer add texture and architectural detail to walls, it's also a great way to cover up walls that are prone to hairline cracks, have a rough plastered finish, or blank walls that lack interest.
How to fix a chipped floor tile
I am sure that there are many homeowners out there who have at least one tile in their home that has been chipped. How do you repair a chipped tile? Here's how...
New laminate floor replaces grubby carpets
When it comes to replacing grubby and worn carpets there are quite a few flooring options to choose from. Home-Dzine reader, Barbara, opted for laminate floors in this bedroom.
Fireplace and wall cladding
Home-Dzine reader, Hilton Kinnear, installed a new fireplace in his home. Once installed, the next step was to add wall cladding to finish off the total look. The finished result is amazing!
Kitchen walls and countertops tiled
Suzette English transformed her dated kitchen by fitting new tiles onto the kitchen walls and tiling her kitchen countertops. To tie in with the new look, Suzette painted her kitchen cabinets in a crisp white colour, for a kitchen makeover that was affordable and worthwhile.
Home-Dzine reader adds wall panelling
Home-Dzine reader, Donavan Packaree, transformed his living room with wall panelling, moulding and trim for a dramatic and affordable makeover.
Faux rock cladding
Home-Dzine has previously featured rock cladding for walls, both faux and genuine rock veneer. For a small outlay you can instantly change the look and feel of any room in a home - in a weekend.
Liquid porcelain tiles
7 Surprising Facts About Liquid Porcelain Every Homeowner Should Know.
Choosing and Installing Wood Floors
When it comes to hardwood flooring one must choose suitable colors and patterns to accentuate the rest of the house and to fit comfortably with its aesthetic.
Tips for your Living Room Tiles
The following tips will help you in choosing the best tiles for your living room.
DIY for Cleaner and Shinier Floors
Here are a few things that should help you on your journey to spotless floors that gorgeously gleam!
Pros and Cons Of Different Types of Home Flooring
One of the biggest decisions new homeowners will make is what type of flooring they will install.
Overall Benefits Of Magnetic Screen Doors
Magnetic screen doors are a thing, and they are quieter than regular screen doors.
What to Look for In Windows Replacement
Going for window shopping? Here are a few things you should look for in windows replacement.
Tips To Choosing Timber Flooring
Here are some tips in choosing timber flooring for your new home renovation.
Enter the World of New Moving Wall Systems
Moving glass wall systems have taken the world by storm, and so many people are deciding to switch to them.
Five Advantages Of Timber Floors For Your Home
Timber floors in your house could change the way that you design your home
The Most Popular Flooring For Your Home In 2019
What's the most popular floor for your home in 2019?
4 Reasons Why Tile Flooring is the Best Choice
In this article we mentioned a few reasons why you need to choose tile flooring.
Why Your Flooring Matters So Much
In this article, we provide give more details as to why flooring matters so much in your home.
How To Remove And Replace A Single Porcelain Floor Tile
The following steps explain how to remove and replace a single porcelain floor tile.
Epoxy Flooring With Your Own Hands
Follow these step-by-step instructions for an attractive interior detail and reliable protection for the flooring.
What are Industrial Floors?
Industrial floors are finishes that are made specifically to suit the needs of the corporate, commercial, and industrial setups.
A Brief Guide to Choosing the Right Type of Flooring
Today, the market offers so many types of flooring to choose from, and the constant 'vinyl flooring vs laminate' battle doesn’t make it any easier
Double Hung Windows
Among consumers, double hung windows are rapidly gaining popularity, mainly due to the following reasons.
5 Reasons To Choose Wooden Flooring Over Any Other Flooring Solution
If you’re considering installing wooden flooring, here are the top 5 reasons why you shouldn’t think twice about it!
What is an asbestos register and why do you need one?
Every property in Australia that was built before the asbestos ban in December 2003, must be inspected and recorded in an asbestos register.
How To Elevate Your Home Window Design And Make It Stand Out
Whether you want to spruce up your current windows or plan to replace them altogether, here are some ideas you can consider:
A DIY Guide to Installing Engineered Hardwood Flooring
The experts at Hardwood Planet walk you through the process and provide valuable tips and tricks to ensure a successful DIY installation.
Decoding Concrete Polishing Costs: A Practical Guide for Homeowners
Here's everything you need to know about concrete polishing costs to help you make informed decisions.