Maintenance
Maintenance of window frames
Like nearly any part of the home, windows need care and regular maintenance to function at full capacity. Maintaining window frames is relatively easy and if done regularly, can increase...
How to clean and maintain windows
Like any part of the home, windows need care and maintenance to function at full capacity. The following maintenance and cleaning tips are provided to help you prevent permanent...
Window maintenance
Like any other part of your home, windows need regular care and maintenance. Over time with exposure to the elements, windows can deteriorate if they aren't properly cared for.
6 hot water emergencies - and how to deal with them
No hot water? Hot water tank leaking? Don't panic! Depending on what's wrong, there are a few basic steps you can follow to assess and control the situation.
When to turn your hot water on and off
Running your hot water system can be expensive, especially when you're not there - but turning it off can be dangerous. Find out when you should turn your hot water off.
How to clean hot water solar panels
Solar panels are relatively expensive, and because they're on your roof they're constantly exposed to the elements. Find out how to safely clean your solar panels.
How to clean light switches
Cleaning light switches is not difficult, and is perfectly safe provided that you do it the right way.
How to clean light globes
Light globes, particularly those outside, can lose a significant amount of light output if not cleaned regularly.
Lighting maintenance
There's not a whole lot to maintaining lighting, but a little effort once in a while can make a pretty significant difference. Learn more about maintaining your lights, and how to recycle safely.
How to recycle fluorescent globes
Fluorescent globes contain mercury. Find out how to recycle them safely and avoid harmful pollution.
Will switching to different globes save you money?
Newer globe types may be cheaper to run, but they're also more expensive to buy. Is switching worth the effort?
6 common aircon problems
Is your aircon dripping water? Not blowing cold air? Perhaps it's making funny noises or blowing out a bad smell? There are a few different things that can go wrong with an airconditioner. Find out how to deal with them.
Maintenance of bathroom fittings
Keeping your fittings clean and gleaming will really make them stand out, and if you’ve put any amount of time into your bathroom design, they will be one of the key features that people will notice.
How to clean and maintain taps and wastes
There's nothing worse than a leaky tap - except perhaps a dirty and leaking tap. Find out how to clean and maintain your fittings.
Vanity cabinet maintenance
Once your new vanity's installed, you will need to look after it to preserve its appeal. Cleaning your vanity regularly is important not just for the sake of hygiene, but also to prevent long term staining.
How to clean vanities and cabinets
Cleaning your vanity is good for hygiene - it's also a way to prevent permanent stains, and to keep your bathroom looking good.
How to clean an air conditioner
Properly cleaning and maintaining your air conditioner is vital to ensuring that it works properly, and that it's as efficient and effective as it's designed to be.
Toilet maintenance
Cleaning a toilet is the least fun but most necessary part of cleaning a bathroom.
How to clean a toilet
For obvious hygiene reasons, cleaning your toilets is the most important part of maintaining a clean bathroom.
How to replace a toilet seat
In most cases, replacing your toilet seat is an easy and relatively inexpensive task.
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Pre-installation care for windows
When building or renovating a home, your windows will often need to be stored securely prior to installation. Windows can be an expensive building component, especially...
Waterproofing for floors
An important part of building a bathroom is to ensure that floors and walls are properly waterproofed, to prevent rot and mould.
Acoustic doors
In some places - particularly in home theatre setups or near busy roads, acoustic doors can help to reduce the amount of noise that's allowed through a doorway.