Wednesday 7 December 2016

Benefits of Ruvacryl Roof Paint



Applying a fresh coat of paint to your roof can transform an old, shabby-looking home into an absolute wonder. But aesthetics is not the only reason you should consider painting your roof; it will also keep it in pristine condition and address minor problems, such as rust and leaks.

Wednesday 16 November 2016

Home Office Design: How to Balance Work & Life without Breaking the Bank


Not having to commute can also save you from temperamental traffic jams and starting your day with the ‘hurry up and wait’ mind-set that you find punishing about office hours in general.

Tuesday 11 October 2016

What You Need To Know About Setting Up A Home Office

Whether you are running a small business from home or telecommuting a corporate office, working from home offers a lot of benefits. You can transform a room in your home into a working space that enhances comfort and efficiency.

Monday 3 October 2016

3 Financially Beneficial Bathroom Design Tips

The world of engineering and the world of style has merged, so it is no longer necessary to weigh practicality against aesthetics because they have become one in the same. The problem now is that with the fast pace that science and fashion keep moving forward and becoming better, it is difficult to make design kitchens around our homes and offices.

Tuesday 16 August 2016

Your New kitchen: 2-Tone Versus 2-Texture

Colours, shades, tones and tints have left interior designers and property owners in a turmoil of decisions and choices for years. As modern styles and trends change, so do kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms. Fashion has become a fast-paced motion of collaborating new colours and combinations season after season, but modern European trends have reminded us how stylish and timeless the benefit of textured decorative boards such as SupaGloss can be.

Wednesday 13 July 2016

Top 10 MelaWood SupaGloss Colours to use for Shopfitting

Melawood Supagloss
When it comes to designing the interior elements of a newly established or existing store, ensuring that your chosen colour scheme matches up with the brand image is highly important. However, that doesn’t mean your store should lack sophistication and colour.

When shopfitting, why not invest in MelaWood SupaGloss – an exceptionally beautiful and practical high gloss decorative panel. MelaWood SupaGloss is popularly used in kitchens, on furniture, as well as for shopfitting works and finishes.   



Colours available:
                                           
American Walnut


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Candy Red


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Super Black

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Summer White
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Storm Grey
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Iceberg White
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Folkstone Grey
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Cappuccino
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Coimbra
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Espresso
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The benefits of the new MelaWood SupaGloss are:

·         Contains a protective shield which protects the surface from handling.
·         Durable enough to use on a daily basis, containing a UV hardened gloss surface.
·         Scratch as well as wear and tear resistant properties.
·         Extremely cost-effective, giving you value for money with its long-lasting properties.
·         Contains a strong MelaWood décor on a reliable SupaWood core.
·         Requires standard wood working tools for fitting.

Remember, the look at feel of your store determines the engagement success and relationship between your customers and the brand. Image is everything when it comes to introducing a new store to possible clientele, so why not keep up with the latest trends and invest in PG Bison’s MelaWood Supagloss decorative panels.


For more information: Have a look at PG Bison’s MelaWood SupaGloss range for quality shopfitting options.

How To Store MelaWood SupaGloss Boards

MelaWood SuperGloss boards
To ensure that your MelaWood SupaGloss boards stay in mint condition, you should store them properly. You can either stack the boards horizontally or store them vertically (if there is a small number of boards).

Tips For Stacking The Boards Horizontally

  • Stack on a flat, secure surface/ ground
  • Use joists to support the boards – the joists need to be of uniform thickness & size
  • Boards ≥ 15 mm in thickness– use 800mm spacing or for a minimum of 4 joists for a 2750mm board
  • Boards ˂ 15 mm, use less spacing than 800mm (basically, “Distance x thickness(M)”)
  • Vertically align joists evenly to ensure that boards don’t get deforms as a result of uneven storage
  • Cover the boards with cover boards to ensure protection
  • Use corner protectors to protect board edges, especially if the board stacks are going to be fastened with plastic or steel bands
  • Make sure the boards don’t protrude while in stacks

Tips For Storing The Boards Vertically

  • Rather opt for horizontal stacking, especially if you have a large number of boards
  • Fasten the boards properly as the MelaWood SupaGloss boards have a gloss surface that can make the boards more prone to slipping
  • Use stacks, shelves or closed storage locations to achieve secure fastening
  • Make sure that the storage surface of the boards does not exceed 500mm in width



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Wednesday 2 March 2016

How to use BisonBord for arts and crafts

For all the artsy-craftsy type of people who are talented with your hands, BisonBord is a great DIY material to use to have your projects turn out exactly the way you want. As a premium quality, interior grade particleboard; it’s easy to paint, ideal for veneering, priming, and printing, and has superior screw-holding quality.


Here’s what you can make with BisonBord to spruce up your arts and crafts skills:

  1. Alphabet letters and numbers
  2. Scrapbooking
  3. Jewelry boxes
  4. Gift tags
  5. Notebook backing
  6. Album covers
  7. Stencils
  8. Embellishments
  9. Picture frames
  10. Shapes for mosaicing
  11. Christmas tree decorations
  12. Ornaments
  13. Buttons

Materials used on BisonBord:

  • Use acrylic paint:

Depending on your colour theme, use your choice of acrylic paint colour and a soft brush to cover the object. Can be used in conjunction with stamps to create patterns on the object as well as Helmar crackle.

  • Glitter:

This is a great activity for any girl’s birthday party. You can use the first letter of each little girl’s name and cover it with glitter according to the colour scheme.

  • Paper:

Extremely popular for weddings, you can use various different shapes and cover them in decorative paper – ranging from patterns to beautiful calligraphy. Remember to sand off the edges to create a rustic look.

  • Fabric:

Perfect for children’s name tags on bedroom doors, using spray adhesive to cover the BisonBoard and attach the fabric, you can use any type of material you prefer. Don’t forget to trim the fabric around the edges.

  • Mosaic tiles:

Found at any crafts store, you can purchase mosaic tiles in your specific colour using a ceramic tile adhesive to attach to the BisonBord. You can make your own mirror frames, picture frames or even decorative ornaments.

  • Glossy accents:

Perfect for creating buttons. Be sure to decorate your button first, with your choice of above-mentioned materials, before adding the Glossy Accents. This will make the BisonBord look like a real, glossy, decorative button.

  • Spray paint:

If you want to go plain for Christmas, you can spray BisonBord ornaments with a gold or silver spray and leave to dry. Be sure to spray evenly and give it a few minutes to set.

The possibilities are endless with such a versatile material, and the results are lasting. Happy crafting!

Wednesday 24 February 2016

Granite vs. Solid Surfacing

Formica Solid surfacing worktop
Many homeowners and designers seem to be opting for solid surfaces, such as Formica® Solid Surfacing, as opposed to granite surfaces for kitchen remodeling and building. This may seem strange, especially seeing as though granite has gotten a fair amount of attention over the last few years; however, most people have stopped trying to "keep up with the Jones" and have decided to opt for a practical alternative.

Before you remodel or build a new kitchen, take a look at the following reasons why I believe that you should choose solid surfacing rather than granite surfacing.

Sealing

Unlike granite surfacing, solid surfacing does not need to be regularly sealed to prevent bacteria growth and stains. Maintaining granite becomes tedious, especially because we do not have time to keep resealing our kitchen countertops in today’s modern lifestyle- and even if we did have the time, we would probably want to do anything else.

Design Options

When it comes to solid surfacing, there are so many colours and designs to choose from. See more.

Durability

While surfacing like granite seems to chip and crack after awhile, solid surfacing is more durable. I found that solid surfacing is stain-resistant and heat-resistant and therefore after years of use, surfaces still look brand new. For this reason, both commercial and residential settings benefit from solid surfacing.

Revamping

When it comes to renewing and repairing any chips, stains and damage, solid surfacing is able to be easily repaired; granite, on the other hand, is more difficult to repair.


Source: http://www.formica.com/en/us/homeowner-knowledge/kitchen/kitchen-things-to-know/top-6-reasons-to-choose-solid-surfacing-over-granite