Dogs are renowned for being a man’s best friend, and for many, dogs are part of the family. If you love dogs and have dogs, then your pooch deserves a suitable place to lay its head. Selecting dog kennels is serious business - it is almost like a longterm ‘real estate’ investment for canines - so here are some tips to help you find a dog house that is just right. You might be surprised at the variety of dog kennels out there, so these are the considerations that need to be part of your due diligence before you put a roof over your dog’s head:  The right size Dogs come in all shapes and sizes and so do dog kennels. From Miniature Schnauzer and Jack Russels to Labradoodles and Great Danes, size matters!  A kennel is a dog’s version of a ‘man cave’ 😉  so you need it to...

The exterior facade of a house says a lot about it – and the people who call it home. It is the home’s first greeting, welcoming the visitor with its hospitality and the owner with its comfort. This is why, as the face of the house, garage doors are so important, combining elements of practicality, security, and house design. Whether you’re looking to renovate your home, build a garage from scratch, or you are contracted builder, STEP Building Supplies is your go-to online hardware store to find the perfect solutions to suit your requirements.  Step into our store. With our affordable prices, high quality and wide range of garage doors, you (and your car!) will find the ideal entrance to your home.    The Right Solution As a building contractor, homeowner, or DIY renovator, you have to think practically. With our varying sizes, designs, and prices, you’ll find the right...

Aluminium doors and windows are taking the lead in contemporary architecture - perfectly combining the design principles of form and function. If you are building, renovating, or wanting to upgrade the value of your property - without compromising on aesthetics - then look no further than aluminium doors and windows. Besides the obvious design trio that aluminium brings to the construction table - strength, durability and easy maintenance - it is also a material that boasts many other benefits worth considering.    Here is a breakdown of what makes aluminium doors and windows a winning design solution:  #1 Durability Being 45X stronger than wood, aluminium rates high on the durability scale, outperforming copper and stainless steel. Besides having the magic combination of being robust and lightweight, aluminium doors and windows will keep their good looks for their entire lifespan. Other than a little maintenance, no further facelifts needed!  Not only...

The expression, ‘saving for a rainy day,’ takes on new eco significance when considering our current context in the move towards saving the planet and working towards a sustainable future. Harvesting rainwater for a figurative ‘rainy day’ is a water-wise solution - acknowledging water as a precious natural resource that needs to be conserved.   Water shortages and water interruptions may be an inevitable frustration in a developing country like South Africa, but JoJo tanks have become the simple and affordable go-to solution for harvesting and reusing rainwater.  All different colours If you are house-proud and looking to install a water tank for greywater, drinking water, sanitation or municipal backup purposes - your design dilemma stops at JoJo tanks. With such a wide range of colours to complement the aesthetics and facade of your home, you are spoilt for choice. The tank you choose can either blend in or become...