Who is Plaasdam?
Who is Plaasdam? We sat down with Shay, (aka the English chick), and spoke about hot tubs, donkeys and why everyone needs a Plaasdam. Who is plaasdam? Born from a happy accident, and a burning desire for a “plaas-esque” plunge pool in the heart of suburban Pretoria, Plaasdam was lovingly created for close friends first. They wanted a plunge pool for their...Read More
Close up the pool for winter
Close up the pool for winter How to prep your pool for hibernation Summer pools are made in winter Storytime: I am a grown up now. Guess how I know this? I have a space to call home, and I have a pool in that space! Initially the idea of having a pool was a bit scary, but now that I have one, I can tell you – it’s amazing. Especially for the kids – every birthday...Read More
How to Heat Your Swimming Pool
The ultimate luxury: Heated swimming pool Heat your swimming pool to create the perfect chill-zone this summer. We have the best weather, that’s just a fact. We are blessed in Mzansi with near constant sunshine. While this is great, it also means that our summer can get pretty hot. There is no denying it: A swimming pool can be the best escape from a stifling...Read More
Hard Facts About Drowning at Home.
Facts about drowning at home It’s not just about swimming pools and beaches. The horrible truth that we all need to hear is that anyone can drown. Facts about drowning at home. According to the National Sea Rescue Institute, the NSRI, the facts about drowning are that there are 1 484 drownings in South Africa annually, with a third of the victims (450) being young...Read More
Head out, but stay safe.
It’s not fun to think about, but you’ll be glad you did! Don’t live in fear. As a proudly South African company, Homemakers can’t help but be positive about Mzanzi. We usually shy away from doom and gloom pieces, choosing instead to celebrate all the wonderful parts of our country. However, this does not change the reality that sometimes, people fall victim to...Read More
Pool Maintenance 101
How to take control of your pool I moved into my first grownup house about 4 years ago. I call it a grownup house because it had a swimming pool. As luxurious as it felt to now be an adult with parking and a pool, I didn’t count on the major downside of…Pool Maintenance. First off, there are two types of pools: Salt water and Chlorine. Both have their merits...Read More
Farm-Style Swimming Pool Inspiration
With a farm-style pool, you can experience the wonderful nostalgia of farm vacations in your own backyard again. Read More
Green Pools are Trending – Find Out How a Pool Cover Can Get You There
You might not be considering how effective and affordable a swimming pool cover can be, while helping minimise your carbon footprint. Read More
Take a Dip into Container Pools
A shipping container pool saves time, labour costs and materials, and is the ultimate solution to taking your chill wherever you may roam. Read More