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Let’s talk painting ceilings

By David McAllister | December 16, 2021 | 0 Comments

Posted in Decorating, Maintenance & Repairs, Make & Decorate, Painting, Skills & Know-How

Use a Stain-Blocking Primer to Cover Flaws Roof leaks, overflowing sinks, tobacco smoke and big spills can all leave ugly ceiling stains or dinginess that is impossible to conceal with plain old paint. But cover the stain with a coat of stain-blocking primer and your troubles are over. The traditional favourite is white pigmented shellac. …

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Choosing a water booster pump

By David McAllister | September 29, 2019 | 0 Comments

Posted in Gardening, Outdoors, Plumbing, Skills & Know-How

If you are considering installing a booster pump to increase the water presuure to your home or business I would highly recommend taking a look at the e.sybox range from DAB. In my case I have a 5000l water tank which is fed by my borehole which in turns feeds into the house and garden. …

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Solar power – which batteries are best?

By David McAllister | September 20, 2019 | 0 Comments

Posted in Electrical & Wiring, Skills & Know-How

So, like many Zimbabweans, I am considering going solar. We have all felt the crippling effect of the load shedding in recent months and like many I am weighing up the benefits of installing a solar power system to power my home and office. One of the burning questions I find myself facing is: which …

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