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October 15, 2026

Waterproofing & Painters Cape Town: Combined Jobs Done Right

Searching for waterproofing & painters cape town usually means one of two things. Either you are due a repaint and want the waterproofing sorted at the same time, or you have damp and you are hoping paint will fix it. The first is sensible and saves money. The second does not work, and this guide […]

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Marble-look wall tiles and penny mosaic floor with levelling clipsPaving
October 14, 2026

Paving Suppliers Cape Town: What to Ask Before You Buy

Before you order from paving suppliers in Cape Town: batch and colour matching, delivery minimums, lead times, samples, and supply-only vs supply-and-fit.

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October 14, 2026

Pavers Cape Town: Suppliers, Types & Installed Prices

Pavers in Cape Town: bevel, interlocking, cobble, clay and slabs compared. Sizes, thicknesses, coverage per m2, supply-only prices and installed rates.

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Marble-look tiled shower with built-in benchPaving
October 14, 2026

Paving a Braai Area: Materials, Layout & Cost

Braai area paving costs R12,000-R22,000 for 30m2. Which pavers handle heat and grease, how to lay out the working zone, plus slope, drainage and cleaning.

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Polished marble-look floor tiles with levelling clips at a doorwayPaving
October 13, 2026

Patio Paving Ideas & Costs for Cape Town Homes

Patio paving in Cape Town costs R12,000-R22,000 for a 30m2 area. Layout ideas, material choices, drainage falls and what actually survives a Cape winter.

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Dark paved driveway curving through trees — driveway paving costPaving
October 13, 2026

How Much Does a Paved Driveway Cost in Cape Town?

Driveway paving cost in 2026: a single drive runs R18,000-R30,000 and a double R28,000-R70,000. Full per-m2 build-up, base, edging and total ranges.

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Subway-tile splashback being installed over taped adhesive bedPaving
October 13, 2026

Cobblestone vs Brick Paving: Cost & Look Compared

Cobble paving in Cape Town runs R500-R880/m2 installed against R420-R800 for brick. Real 2026 costs, grip, traffic performance and which suits your home.

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