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What is an African Gazebo? An African gazebo is a stunning rustic addition to any outdoor space. A gazebo is classified as a pavilion structure which is often built in a park, garden or public space. It is usually freestanding, has a roof and is open on all sides, providing shelter, shade, visual appeal and…

You love the rustic purity of untreated wood straight from nature, but you also realise that some structures need the protection of treated timber, so that they don’t fall apart and result in expensive repairs. When is it okay to use untreated timber and when is treated wood essential? There are various factors to think…

Turning your backyard into an amazing playground for kids (and even adults) will make for endless hours of fun for the whole family. Here are some ideas for three wonderful, child-friendly timber constructions to spoil your kids with. A swing Most of us have fond childhood memories of sitting on a swing, dangling our legs…

Forestry is a very important part of the South African economy and vegetation. Did you know the following interesting facts about the forestry sector in South Africa? 1. South Africa is a lightly forested country with a plantation area of about 1,27 million ha or about 1% of the total South African land area. Most…

How do you use wooden screens and reed screens in your garden, home or business? There are so many creative and practical applications, so we thought we’d list a few to get you inspired: 1. Get some privacy It’s very useful to be able to screen of parts of your garden or your whole garden…

Setting a wooden post/ pole in the ground is very important to keep it stable and prevent it from rotting too quickly. Using concrete will help to secure the post, but is not always essential if you are working in very dense soil. When building a fence you need to install the main posts firmly,…

Having a cosy set of furniture in your garden or on your patio enhances an outdoor space enormously. A nice bench or a table and chairs make being outside much more appealing and comfortable. Especially now that many of us are spending more hours at home than usual, upgrading your outdoor areas is a great…

There are many reasons why one might need or want to build a fence: for safety, privacy, to mark a clear boundary, for improving the look of your property, keeping animals in an enclosure or keeping wildlife out of your garden. Although there are such a variety of styles for wooden fences, the basic steps…

Why do we use treated timber? Wood is a wonderful material to use for all kinds of structures. Warm, natural, durable and versatile. However, there are a few elements that can affect the durability of wood, especially if exposed to the forces of nature. The main factors causing wood to deteriorate are: different types of…

Thatching is the age-old technique of covering a roof with dry reed or other vegetation, which protects the home from the elements, provides insulation and a rugged charm. Thatching materials range from grasses to palm leaves, making thatching one of the most common roofing methods in history, as the materials are so readily available. Where does thatching come…