The Home Handyman – July/August 2020

There is something satisfying about planning a weekend project, measuring twice, and ending up with a piece you actually want to show off. This issue of The Home Handyman leans into that feeling with a practical mix of indoor builds, outdoor upgrades, and smart workshop ideas.

Inside the July/August 2020 edition, the focus is on projects that make a house feel more personal. A detailed feature walks through building your own man cave, while woodworking readers will find measured instructions for bar stools and a lounge C-table. Painting advice aims to help you achieve neater edges with less frustration, and the kitchen storage solutions offer fast ways to reclaim cupboard space.

What’s Inside This Issue

• Man cave planning and build – turn unused space into a dedicated hangout.
• DIY bar stools – create seating that matches your own dimensions and style.
• Neater painting techniques – pro tips to keep lines sharp and cleanup easier.
• Fast kitchen storage fixes – simple solutions for a more organised kitchen.
• Garden shed and drum composter – outdoor projects that improve your yard.
• Boundary walls and roofing – understand the structure and maintenance behind your home.
• Home gym ideas – how to create your own workout space.
• Marble balance toy and noughts and crosses game – fun builds for younger DIYers.
• Bathroom lighting safety – what to consider before you plan new fixtures.

Practical Help for South African DIYers

This magazine has served South African woodworkers, metalworkers, hobbyists and home improvers since 1993. The editorial team and feature writers in this edition cover projects suited to local conditions and available materials, while still offering ideas that translate to many garages and workshops. Safety notes, planning guidance and clear step-by-step thinking make each article easier to follow.

Who Will Enjoy This Digital Issue

If you like seeing a project through from sketch to finished piece, this issue gives you multiple starting points. It is especially useful for readers who want practical home improvements without hiring out every job, and for parents or hobbyists looking for smaller builds to share with children. The range spans beginner-friendly games through more involved garden and walling projects.

Add this issue to your digital library and use it as inspiration for your next weekend in the workshop or around the house.