01 March 2009

The better entry

A covered entry is more than just a nice touch – there are several practical reasons for it. First, it protects you from the weather as you open the door. Next, it protects the front door itself from weather, and that’s particularly important if the house faces the prevailing winds, driving seasonal rains or... 

01 March 2009

Lean and mean

We have a large old shed on our property that leans to one side. Can it be fixed, do you think?  

01 March 2009

Making an entrance

Our house has no overhang or protection from the weather at the front door. We want to add a covered entry area. Can you offer some advice? 

01 November 2008

Spacesaver - fold up tables

For much of the year, South Africa’s climate is ideal for outdoor entertaining: on the patio, in the garden or at a picnic site. Fold-up chairs are commonplace - what about fold-up tables to go with them? 

01 September 2008

Gate Keeper

A small table with a folding leaf that’s the perfect place to toss your car keys or the day’s mail. 

01 May 2007

Plumbing basics - fire and water

Preparation, not the flame, is the key to sweating a watertight joint.