Household

Essential Autumn Maintenance for Every Home

South Africa has experienced significant rainfall in most regions this summer, and with the arrival of autumn, now is the time to ensure your gutters are clear. “Gutter maintenance is one of those necessary chores that often gets overlooked…until there is an issue,” says Timothy Isabirye, Marketing Manager at Husqvarna South Africa. “But with the […]

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Winter is coming: How to make sure the air you breathe is good for you 

Did you know that the air quality inside your house fluctuates throughout the year thanks to the changing seasons?  “Each season brings its own air quality challenges and changes, and as the outdoor air quality changes, the air inside our homes, offices and other enclosed spaces also change. These changes bring different pollutants, humidity variations

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Natural disasters are on the rise: Insurance is not longer a ‘nice to have’

What appears to have been a tornado swept through Montana in northern Pretoria recently, causing widespread damage to cars, buildings, the contents of these buildings, external geysers and more. Trees were uprooted, roofs were blown away, areas and roads were flooded, and many residents had to be evacuated. This extreme weather event is yet to

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Add value to your home without breaking the bank

South African house prices have increased marginally, but when adjusted for inflation, they are declining. Despite this, there are cost-effective ways for South African homeowners to add to the value of their property. First National Bank numbers show house-price growth averaged 1.2% year-on-year in January this year and is expected to rise to 1.7% in

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Wonderbag offers a simple solution to loadshedding and high bills

After nearly a year of reprieve, rolling power outages have returned to South Africa, leaving households, businesses and communities once again grappling with the uncertainty of loadshedding. Eskom’s struggle to address ageing infrastructure and inconsistent power generation have coincided with rising costs of living, including soaring electricity prices – making daily life even more challenging

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Can you overcome a genetic predisposition to obesity? Experts weigh in

World Obesity Day, observed on 4 March, serves as a global call to action to address the growing obesity crisis. Recent research has reinforced that while genetics can play a role in an individual’s susceptibility to obesity, lifestyle interventions remain critical in mitigating these risks.  Ingrid Singels, Marketing Manager for Pharma Dynamics’ Scientific Division says obesity is

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Keeping up the pace with living, breathing and changing homes

When it comes to both cutting-edge technology and sophisticated design, LG has always been a trusted choice for homeowners. As a new year rolls in, LG’s latest adjustments and fine-tuning ensure that as your home’s style evolves, so too will that of the core appliances in your home. “These new offerings from LG are perfectly

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Stepping up: The art of storytelling with staircases that have soul

A staircase is more than just a means of moving between floors. It is an architectural feature that can tell a story, express personality and set the tone for an entire home. Kim Williams Design, one of Cape Town’s leading interior design studios, shows how staircases can transcend functionality to become captivating focal points. From

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FibreGuard: Your go-to choice for durable, stain-resistant interior spaces

DIYgirls, a leading interior design company known for transforming spaces with creative and practical solutions, has announced its latest offering: the FibreGuard upholstery fabric. Designed for today’s busy households, FibreGuard brings together style and functionality, ensuring every home can be both beautiful and resilient. In a market where aesthetics and practicality often seem at odds,

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Solenco’s new robot vacuum takes the work out of cleaning

Air treatment specialist Solenco has launched the Hobot LEGEE-Q10 Robot Vacuum Cleaner & Mop in South Africa: a new-generation smart robot vacuum that brings much of the advanced features of Hobot’s premium models, but at a more accessible price. Tech-savvy consumers will be glad to know the Q10 incorporates much of Hobot’s innovative and patented

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