The Home Handyman Magazine - July/August 2020

In this issue

The Home Handyman magazine is a specialized D.I.Y. publication and caters for a well-defined niche market since November 1993. Editorial includes new products for D.I.Y.’ers, along with projects, home improvement ideas and expert advice. Expert advice from various fields (such as adhesives, abrasives, power tools, welding, plumbing, paint, lighting, waterproofing, wood and metalworking), provides readers with simple, cost effective solutions and methods in a series of practical, step-by-step features that are comprehensively illustrated. All projects feature local products and metric measurements, making the ideas easy to implement.

Making a man cave

Thinking of creating a man cave in your home? Then read on!

10 mins

Pro Tips For Neater Painting

These top tips from expert painters will make your next paint job a smashing success.

3 mins

Do It Your Shelf

Clifford Thackwray uses a story stick to ensure perfect shelving.

3 mins

‘C' The Table?

I decided that I would organise a side table to have my coffee and cake, cell phone and glass of wine handy instead of balancing a tray on my lap whilst checking out the sport news on TV. After thinking about various side table options, the easiest was to make a C-table. Plus, I could easily do the job with a minimum of materials and hand plus a few power tools.

7 mins

Make A Drum Style Composter

Learn how to make your own drum composter for the home.

2 mins

HOME GYMS

Kim Williams, Cape Town interior design specialist and entrepreneur, believes that in these times when we are spending more hours in our homes than ever, we should focus on embracing the flexibility and fluidity of our spaces.

3 mins

It's A Matter Of Balance

In this fun marble machine project we’re going to use basic hand-tools to create a toy for the learning experience of the force of gravity, balance of mass, the laws of momentum for which the basic design dates from the 19th century where it appeared as a toy made by the Amish community for their kids. What more could you want from a project?

7 mins

Make Your Own Game Board

This game teaches kids valuable skills like problem-solving, anticipation, logic, strategy and more. Playing Noughts & Crosses can be done anywhere at nearly anytime, but we have a fun way to take the game outside! In this issue we are sharing the painted rocks tic-tac-toe game we created out of river rocks and a slice of wood.

2 mins

Bathroom Lighting Safety

When planning your bathroom lighting you may choose fixtures that are functional and stylish. But have you factored in safety?

2 mins

DIY And COVID-19

About Annalien: Annalien started her career at the SABC on 50/50 before moving to Germany after she met her husband. Later, they returned to South Africa and she took on various freelance projects, eventually getting hooked on DIY. Annalien was part of the team on The Home Channel’s Get It Done! series.

2 mins

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The Home Handyman Magazine Description:

The Home Handyman magazine is a specialized D.I.Y. publication and caters for a well-defined niche market since November 1993. Editorial includes new products for D.I.Y.’ers, along with projects, home improvement ideas and expert advice. Expert advice from various fields (such as adhesives, abrasives, power tools, welding, plumbing, paint, lighting, waterproofing, wood and metalworking), provides readers with simple, cost effective solutions and methods in a series of practical, step-by-step features that are comprehensively illustrated. All projects feature local products and metric measurements, making the ideas easy to implement.