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<description><![CDATA[Jere Botes, architect & founder of Dreamhouses, a website dedicated to provide home builders, home renovators, home owners & developers with free professional advice on all aspects of home design, building & diy.]]></description>
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<title>Science Experiment: Build Your Own Rain Alarm</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Many electrical devices are used as early warning systems such as burglar alarms, electric fencing systems and many more. Don't you think it will be useful to have an early warning system for rain to warn you to close the windows and bring in the clothes from the clothesline? In the following science experiment you will build a device that can detect rain as soon as the first drops start to fall:]]></description>
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<title>Science Experiment: How To Make A Sundial</title>
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<description><![CDATA[At the same time the Egyptians invented the 'shadow clock', other cultures also developed a need to organize their time more efficiently. Amongst others, the Chinese, Greeks and the Romans developed another device for telling the time known as a 'sundial'. Sundials do not necessarily work better than shadow clocks; it is just a slight variation to the shadow clock. Make your own 'sundial' to tell the time in this science experiment:]]></description>
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<title>Science Experiment: How To Make Invisible Ink</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Invisible ink has been used by spies and secret lovers alike for centuries to transmit hidden messages to their partners. Invisible ink isn't just something you see in James Bond movies; hundreds of liquids, from fruit juices to household liquids, to specially formulated chemicals, can be used as invisible ink. In this science experiment, become a master of 'steganography' by making your own invisible ink from baking soda and send secret messages to your friends:]]></description>
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<title>Science Experiment: Build A Trap To Capture Nocturnal Insects</title>
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<description><![CDATA[As much as there is a place for all insects in the bigger scheme of things, some 'nocturnal' insects can be really annoying to people. Night insects like mosquitoes, moths and the like, buzzes your ears constantly, they bite you, or even takes up residence in your home. Use a box-trap to catch some of these 'nocturnal' insects in the following science experiment:]]></description>
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<title>What Is Physics?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Physics is all around us. It is in the electric light you turn on at night; the bicycle you ride to school; your wristwatch, CD player, or that swing ball set got for Christmas! Physics is the branch of science concerned with the nature and properties of matter, energy, space and time. Physics can be seen as the most fundamental of the natural sciences because, in a sense, it encompasses all the other natural and physical sciences such as: Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Astronomy, Meteorology, Engineering, etc. If you can name it, chances are physics is involved. Physics is important for many other fields of human undertakings including medicine, computing, football, television...the list goes on! Everything in the universe has some effect on every other thing. Physicists study those effects.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Life Science?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Life science, also known as 'biology', consists of all fields of science that involve the scientific study of living organisms, like plants, animals, and human beings and their vital processes. Life is all around us; from gigantic whales that live in the oceans, to tiny germs that crawl around on your computer keyboard, Life Science explores the origins, evolution and expansion of life in all its forms.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Electricity and Magnetism?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Electricity is the flow of electrical power or charge. It is both a basic part of nature and one of our most widely used forms of energy. The word 'electric' is derived from the word 'electron' which refers to the particles or 'electrons' that flows from a negative terminal to a positive terminal through a conductor to create electric current. Electricity is actually a secondary energy source that can be derived from coal, water, wind, the sun or nuclear energy and other sources such as batteries that are commonly used throughout these science experiments. Electricity is also a natural occurring phenomenon that is present in forms of static electricity such as lightning. Before man-made electricity became available over 100 years ago, kerosene lamps were used as a source of light and houses were warmed by wood or coal burning stoves.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Earth Science?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Earth Science and Astronomy is the study of the Earth, its atmosphere, and all of its neighbours in space. Because of the spherical shape of the Earth, the various categories of Earth sciences can be subdivided into the various 'spheres' that make up the planet. There are generally four main 'spheres' recognized with the study of the Earth: the lithosphere, the hydrosphere, the atmosphere, and the biosphere, corresponding to rocks, water, air, and life.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Chemistry?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Chemistry is the study of matter in the form of atoms, molecules, and the interactions that happen between them called chemical reactions. In its vast sense, chemistry is actually the science of all the available materials that make up the world around you. This includes all 'matter' that you can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch! Matter is everything that has mass and occupies space and all matter is composed out of the basic building blocks we call 'atoms'.]]></description>
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<title>Thatch Roofing - The Construction Procedure</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Thatching makes use of materials that are naturally available - grass or reed. The stalks of thatching grass are normally hollow and about 3 mm thick. Dekriet stalks, however, are solid and about 3-4 mm thick. The quality of the material improves with cultivation and regular cutting.]]></description>
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<title>Beautiful Thatch Roof Substitutes</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Traditional thatch roofing is arguably the most beautiful and natural looking roofing material available. You might well be surprised by the availability of alternative similar products that can be very innovatively used to create a specific look or be used at locations where this material might not be as readily available.   ]]></description>
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<title>Thatch Roofing - The Pros and the Cons</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2007 16:10:00 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Traditional thatch roofing is arguably the most beautiful and natural looking roofing material available, with its high volumes and rustic & cool atmosphere you might want to overlook the fact that there are various considerations to be taken into account before setting your mind on this particular roofing material for your dream home. Consider the advantages and disadvantages below...]]></description>
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<title>Thatch Roofing - Innovations in Fire Protection</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Modern laying techniques also eliminate the exaggerated fire risk that many people fear regarding thatch. Nowadays various fire blankets are placed in between the thatch and with the correct compaction the fire risk is virtually eliminated and with the use of lightning conductors, thatch is no longer the hazardous material of the past.]]></description>
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<title>Fireplace Types For Your Contemporary Home</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Most cultures love outdoor living but in many countries this is not possible because the evenings gets too chilly. Fireplaces are not only an attractive element, but also add a lasting source of warmth and enjoyment for your lifestyle. The ambiance of an open fireplace in a home with glowing coals creates a lasting impression and is not easily forgotten. Homeowners, today, can choose from a huge selection of fireplace types each with its own pros and cons.]]></description>
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<title>Glass Use in Contemporary Residential Buildings</title>
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<description><![CDATA[A lot of advancements have been made in the manufacturing techniques of glass products for use in residential buildings. It is no longer the huge energy consuming product it once was with a new generation of products that conserve energy, block UV rays, minimize heat gain or radiate heat and offer privacy with a flick of a switch.]]></description>
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<title>An Introduction to Brick Building</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Fired clay bricks remain one of the most enduring building materials known to the world wide building industry. Some might argue that it is also one of the most beautiful and that it adds character to any building with its color, strength and texture. Clay brick dates as far back as the Egyptian age and connects us with the history of our ancestors.]]></description>
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<title>Stylish Bathrooms - The Geberit Concealed Cistern System</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2007 08:53:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Gone are the days when bathrooms were merely functional rooms where ones business is done as soon as possible and the room were vacated for the rest of the time. Today's bathrooms are, although small, becoming areas of luxury and a place to spend time and unwind after a long day's work. In the olden days you had no choice but to live with traditional exposed toilet cisterns, unsightly waste pipes and pedestal toilets but these days since the introduction of the Swiss based company, Geberit, this could all be a thing of the past.]]></description>
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<title>How to Build Your Dream Home Right</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2007 08:47:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You've heard many stories of friends or family who's building project were a total nightmare and you might be a tad skeptical considering going through the process yourself but with this article I will try to set your mind at ease. There are proper ways of planning to ensure the same does not happen to you as with your friend John! The key to a successful building project lies with proper planning and carefully considering what your requirements and needs are, a good reputable contractor and most importantly what you can afford.]]></description>
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<title>The Good Guide to Wine Cellar Designing</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2007 08:21:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Being a wine connoisseur, you always found it unacceptable that you do not have the appropriate storage place for your collection of vintage wines. All your dream home now needs to make it absolutely perfect is a wine cellar were you can store all your wines bought over the holiday season for later enjoyment or to toast a later special occasion.]]></description>
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<title>The Convenience of Home Automation</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2007 08:05:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people does not think twice to spend hundreds of thousands of your hard earned money on a luxury car with no amount of money being spared to have all the latest bells and whistles available. Why not do the same in your home? You probably spend more time in your house than in your car anyway and installing such a system will substantially increase the resale value of your home, which definitely is not the case with the luxury sedan in the garage.]]></description>
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<title>Ten Reasons Why You Should Appoint an Architect</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jan 2007 16:46:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[First, Aesthetics. An architect is concerned with aesthetic issues, manipulating proportions, alignments, masses, volumes and materials to create a sensible, pleasing building which can be enjoyed by the occupants as well as the public.]]></description>
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<title>Investing in the Services of an Architect</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Looking to build your dream home, building on to your existing home or renovating your house to give it a new flair? No matter what your building project, never underestimate the value of the services of an architect. The expertise of a good and skilled architect will save you a lot in construction cost and not to mention the value added to the proposed property when it comes to the resale of it...]]></description>
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<title>How to Consult Your Residential Architect</title>
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<description><![CDATA[First of all, be really sure about your choice of architect as you will have a lengthy relationship with this particular individual involving substantial sums of money. Be sure you can trust him or her and that they are willing to listen with great care to all your ideas and requirements.]]></description>
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<title>Sustainable Home Design</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2006 15:57:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is estimated that buildings, their construction, operation and disposal, account for over 40% of the total energy consumption. This causes the depletion of natural resources and for the production of pollution leading to problems such as global warming and acid rain. ]]></description>
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<title>A Sustainable Alternative - Conventional vs Straw Bale Construction</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2006 15:41:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Straw is a viable building alternative, plentiful and inexpensive. Straw-bale buildings boast super-insulated walls simple construction, low costs, and the conversion of an agricultural byproduct into a valued building material. Properly constructed and maintained, the straw-bale walls, plaster exterior and interior remain water proof, fire resistant, and pest free. ]]></description>
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<title>A Guide to Concrete Floor Slab Design</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2006 15:38:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[No specific type of slab can be seen as the best for a specific application, one will have to consider all the factors below and then decide. If more than one floor system can be used for the same span, the next factors that might strongly guide you in a direction is the cost of erection and speed of erection.]]></description>
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<title>Cooling your Home - Shading your Window Openings</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2006 15:38:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The impact of solar radiation on buildings in hot climates could be reduced not only by orientation and effective design of the structure, but also by sufficient shading. ]]></description>
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<title>1st Timers Guide To Cost Efficient House Design</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2006 10:15:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So you are considering building your own dream home? The majority of people building their own homes are often caught off guard regarding budgeting of the project and this always results in a really unpleasant experience for the first time builder.
Being conscious about budgeting can save you a lot of headache during the building process and might eliminate most of the nasty surprises. ]]></description>
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<title>Solar Energy Use In Home Design</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2006 11:55:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[South Africa is one of the areas in the world with the highest count of sunny days per year in the world therefore making it also one of the most appropriate places in the world to use solar power energy should that be the only reason for using them.]]></description>
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<title>An Introduction To Thatch Roof Design</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2006 11:49:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Because thatching is a labour intensive process, the cost of a thatched roof is normally up to 60% higher than that of a conventional roof. This price difference can be limited, however, by using the roof space efficiently, with dormer windows and a mezzanine level for instance where the walling and plastering costs will be less. The insulating properties are very good, keeping the home warm in winter and cool in summer.]]></description>
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<title>Basic Principles For Designing Your Dream House</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2006 11:20:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Before setting your mind on a particular choice of plan or architectural design, take the time to read through the following pointers as set out below, subsequently you will be able to make a more knowledgeable decision in plan design & style choice.]]></description>
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<title>Why Do A Geotechnical Site Investigation?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2006 11:12:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Good soil information can lead to substantial savings and tighter foundation design because the design parameters are well defined. The more comprehensive the information, the more economically can a good structure be built. The object is to build a good building cheaply and not to build a cheap building.
Geo-technical site investigations may cost up to 2% of the total project cost, but is very necessary as geo-technical engineers often say: you will pay for your geo-technical investigation anyway!]]></description>
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<title>Basic Guidelines To Owner Home Building</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2006 11:03:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people are choosing to build their own homes instead of buying an existing property. Reasons for this vary but mostly for the cost saving (It is said that a saving of 25% can be made on the capital outlay of the proposed project when building yourself as oppose to buying), other reasons might include the great challenge of taking on a building project or the fact that it can create a great sense of self-achievement.]]></description>
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