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Mixed construction waste: what belongs in the container?

Mixed construction waste: what belongs in the container?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Anyone who demolishes or renovates must know what to do with the waste. Find out here what mixed construction waste belongs in the container

Gifts for the topping-out ceremony: 14 beautiful gift ideas

Gifts for the topping-out ceremony: 14 beautiful gift ideas

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Gifts for the topping-out ceremony should bring good luck and be practical at the same time. Here you will find 14 beautiful gift ideas for new owners

Privacy protection for the bathroom window: 12 ideas

Privacy protection for the bathroom window: 12 ideas

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

What can be used as a privacy screen on a bathroom window? Here we present 12 suitable and different ideas

Light color table 827-880 - Color temperatures in Kelvin

Light color table 827-880 - Color temperatures in Kelvin

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

“Light colors” and “color temperatures” are difficult terms to grasp. We show what's really behind it and give an overview in our table

Chainsaw license - all information about costs, duration & contents

Chainsaw license - all information about costs, duration & contents

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

The chainsaw is often a useful tool in the garden, but it is also very dangerous if used improperly. Here you will find all information about the chainsaw license (costs, duration & contents)

Get a chainsaw license - costs & Duration for the chainsaw license

Get a chainsaw license - costs & Duration for the chainsaw license

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

In order to be able to use a chainsaw safely, it is advisable to get a chainsaw license. Here you can find out everything about content, duration, costs and providers. Safety always comes first

Gutter slope: the ideal slope

Gutter slope: the ideal slope

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

In order for a gutter to drain properly, it must have the correct inclination. We show which slope is the right one for the gutter

Snow blowing under roof tiles: what to do?

Snow blowing under roof tiles: what to do?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

A well-insulated roof is worth its weight in gold. We show what you can do when snow blows under roof tiles. Tips and helpful information can be found here

Types of roof tiles: materials, shapes & prices

Types of roof tiles: materials, shapes & prices

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Roof tiles are available in a wide variety of colors, shapes and materials. We have an overview of different types of roof tiles for you

Rigips substructure: Distance between battens

Rigips substructure: Distance between battens

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

The substructure is a very important point for plasterboard panels. We show what distance the battens need and why. Tips and information can be found here

Old wooden ceilings - Should they be covered, renovated or removed?

Old wooden ceilings - Should they be covered, renovated or removed?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

There were times when wooden ceilings were very fashionable. But times are changing and today many people no longer want the old wooden ceilings. We'll show you what options you have

Calculate the heating expansion tank - Table & Formula

Calculate the heating expansion tank - Table & Formula

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

In order for an expansion tank to do its job properly, it must be correctly set & selected. We show how to calculate it

There is water in the fabric softener compartment: what to do?

There is water in the fabric softener compartment: what to do?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

If there is water in the fabric softener compartment of the washing machine, panic quickly sets in. We show where the water comes from and how to prevent it

Advertise an apartment: which rooms are counted?

Advertise an apartment: which rooms are counted?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

When advertising an apartment, the question always arises: 1 room, 2 room - how many rooms does the apartment have. Which rooms are counted and how? We clarify

Faucet is stiff: the solution for single-lever mixers

Faucet is stiff: the solution for single-lever mixers

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

What to do if the faucet doesn't work? - Here you can find out what options there are to repair a steaming single-lever mixer. Tips and information that will save you from having to worry about your tradesman

OSB panels outdoors: seal them weatherproof

OSB panels outdoors: seal them weatherproof

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

OSB boards are a very popular material. We show how you can use OSB outdoors & give tips for weatherproof sealing

Concrete on concrete: Create cement water as an adhesive base

Concrete on concrete: Create cement water as an adhesive base

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

There are various ways to expand a finished concrete wall. We show how you can build concrete on concrete with cement water

Remove basement smell - Get rid of it anywhere with these 10 tips

Remove basement smell - Get rid of it anywhere with these 10 tips

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

The basement is one of the most used storage spaces. Out of sight out of mind. However, the basement is often not suitable as a long-term storage location. Old, damp and poorly insulated masonry allows the dreaded cellar smell to reach pretty much everything inside. Here you can find out how to remove basement smells

Water pressure in the house - how much bar is normal in the household?

Water pressure in the house - how much bar is normal in the household?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

How much cash is normal in the household? We clarify how much water pressure there should be in the house so that there is still enough pressure from the pipe on the top floor

Mix concrete yourself - costs - 25kg of cement makes how much concrete?

Mix concrete yourself - costs - 25kg of cement makes how much concrete?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

You still have a 25kg bag of cement and you don't know how much concrete it's enough for. We'll show you how to calculate it and what else you should pay attention to when mixing concrete yourself

Wood weight table of 16 types of wood

Wood weight table of 16 types of wood

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Every wood has a special weight, which is species-specific and also depends very much on the moisture. Further information can be found here

Screed/concrete: how much does a 25kg/40kg bag make?

Screed/concrete: how much does a 25kg/40kg bag make?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Screed and concrete are conveniently available in bags. But how much do you get out of a 25kg or 40kg bag of concrete/screed?

Catching and collecting rainwater: 7 ways

Catching and collecting rainwater: 7 ways

Last modified: 2025-10-04 22:10

Here you can read 7 ways on how you can catch and collect rainwater to reuse it in the garden or household

Decorating the tree: 5 tips and meaning

Decorating the tree: 5 tips and meaning

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

What would a topping-out ceremony be without the right tree? Here you will find tips for decorating the topping tree. That is its meaning

When does the winter garden count as living space?

When does the winter garden count as living space?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

When calculating living space, it always depends on the basis used. Read here when the winter garden counts as living space

How can you heat several rooms with one fireplace?

How can you heat several rooms with one fireplace?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

A fireplace brings a pleasant warmth into the room. We show you how you can heat several rooms with one fireplace

The drain in the shower stinks: these 7 home remedies will help

The drain in the shower stinks: these 7 home remedies will help

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

If the drain in the shower stinks, it can have various causes. These home remedies will help eliminate the smell

How can I clean my heater?

How can I clean my heater?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

How can I clean my heater properly? We have put together a few options for you to ensure that your radiator shines again

Does the stairwell count as living space?

Does the stairwell count as living space?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Do you have to pay rent for stairs? In this article you will find out whether the stairwell counts as living space

Cleaning parquet floors: this is how it works

Cleaning parquet floors: this is how it works

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

How do I properly clean my parquet floor at home? Read here what needs to be taken into account when cleaning parquet floors

Costs of a preliminary building inquiry using the example of EFH

Costs of a preliminary building inquiry using the example of EFH

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

This article provides information about the costs of a preliminary building inquiry using the example of a single-family home (EFH). Applicants should pay attention to this

Noise report: sample and PDF template for printing

Noise report: sample and PDF template for printing

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Anyone who feels bothered by disturbing the peace should keep a noise log. Here you will find a pattern as a PDF template to print out

Cream-colored kitchen: which wall color is right?

Cream-colored kitchen: which wall color is right?

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

A cream-colored kitchen, but which wall colors actually go with it? We have put together 30 sample colors for you

Disturbing the peace: guide to noise pollution from neighbors

Disturbing the peace: guide to noise pollution from neighbors

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

In our guide you will find the most important information about disturbing the peace by neighbors. This is how you react correctly to noise pollution

Calculate the floor area number (GRZ) correctly

Calculate the floor area number (GRZ) correctly

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

BMZ, GRZ, GFZ – house builders are confronted with various structural key figures. How to calculate the floor area number (GRZ) correctly

White kitchen: these 30 wall colors match it

White kitchen: these 30 wall colors match it

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

A white kitchen at home, but which wall colors actually go with it? We have put together 30 sample colors for you

Selling homemade food: requirements

Selling homemade food: requirements

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

Do you want to sell homemade food at the weekly market or in an online shop? You need to consider these things beforehand

Calculate cooling capacity BTU/h of an air conditioner

Calculate cooling capacity BTU/h of an air conditioner

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

In this article we will tell you how to calculate the cooling capacity of an air conditioning system and why it is often stated in BTU/h

Calculate floor area number (GFZ) correctly

Calculate floor area number (GFZ) correctly

Last modified: 2025-01-24 12:01

The abbreviation GFZ can be found on development areas. Read here what is behind the floor area number and how to calculate it

Fresh screed: when can it be walked on?

Fresh screed: when can it be walked on?

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Screed is very suitable for leveling out uneven surfaces. The exciting question is always when screed can be walked on. We give the answer