Petone, Lower Hutt

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

809 days ago

What is Fabric Pilling?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Whilst it can be unsightly, pilling is not a fabric defect or flaw.

You’ve no doubt had clothing, furniture or blankets that have developed ‘pills’ over time, or little lint balls, that can make the fabric look worn. This undesired texture is caused by loose or broken fabric fibres that … View more
Whilst it can be unsightly, pilling is not a fabric defect or flaw.

You’ve no doubt had clothing, furniture or blankets that have developed ‘pills’ over time, or little lint balls, that can make the fabric look worn. This undesired texture is caused by loose or broken fabric fibres that rise to the surface and knot together after being rubbed or subjected to any friction. The loose fibres that are bunched into balls also bring in strands that are still secured to the fabric itself, thus the balls stick around on the exterior. Even though people are dismayed to see pilling on their items, understanding fabric pilling helps to prevent and remove these bothersome balls.

Causes of Fabric Pilling
What does it mean when fabric is pilling? Pilling is a result of normal wear and tear that causes friction on the fabric. Simply wearing clothes, using your couch or otherwise rubbing up against the material gives the possibility of pilling. Washing and drying clothes or fabric can also speed up the pilling process as it causes multiple surfaces to rub together fairly quickly and for a long period of time.

Sometimes you can have pilling that differs in colour to the base fabric as multiple coloured fibres have migrated and twisted together. Although not desired, a little decorative perhaps?

Pilling is more noticeable on synthetic fibres. This is mainly because natural fabrics shed loose fibres easily and naturally slip away so they tend to not become matted into balls. However, synthetic fibres are extremely strong, so it will pill and then remain strongly attached to the fabric.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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809 days ago

Your children are amazing!

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Every child is unique. At NumberWorks'nWords, we know that your child is amazing already. We just help them prove it, so that they shine when it's their time! ?

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809 days ago

Old Hutt Photos

Sandra from Normandale

Travellers Rest Hotel at Taita Lower Hutt NZ.

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809 days ago

What would you add to this list of budget-boosting crops?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Have you grown these veges and fruits, and what's on your list of money savers and budget boosters?

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810 days ago

Jane Nicholson of Aroha Pataka Naenae HCC award

Sandra from Normandale

Award winner Community Hutt City Council our very own Jane Nicholson who runs Aroha Pataka out of her carport.
Often seen informing you of the items free for collection.
WELL DONE Jane you so deserved this award.
Jane third from left with her plaque.

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810 days ago

Wanted please free clean Egg cartons for children 's garden project

Lily from Woburn

Hi Everyone,

Any free clean egg cartons with lids please for young children learning to grow and nuture new winter seedlings. Any donations be greatly appreciated thanks so much!!!

Can pick up
Please leave contact details in my pm thanks 😊

Free

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810 days ago

Free L shape wooden desk

Richelle from Korokoro

Big L shaped wooden desk searching for a new home. You must pick up from the 1st floor of our building in Hutt Central. No lift in the building. We also have 2 mobiles (filing cabinets) for free if you are interested.
Desk Dimensions: 1800cm x 1900cm

Free

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810 days ago

Free mobiles

Richelle from Korokoro

We have 2 mobiles (filing cabinets) for a new home. They don't have keys. You must pick up from the 1st floor in Hutt Central. No lift in the building. We also have a big L shaped desk to give away, and whoever takes this desk will have priority to get these mobiles.
Dimension: 60cm x 51cm

Free

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817 days ago

three waters deception confirmed

Byron from Naenae

So the elite legal folk have confirmed what we thought - the whole bill is deception at gvt level ...
assets.nationbuilder.com...

Seems even the auditor general has serious questions ... this gvt is definitely off the res and trying to cheat us all ... www.stuff.co.nz...

810 days ago

Saeco Incanto Deluxe fully automatic coffee machine

Polina from Fairfield

Condition: Used - Good
Brand: Saeco

Makes nice coffee but we don't use it any more, because got given a new coffee machine.

$150.00

Pick up in Waterloo, Lower Hutt.
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Condition: Used - Good
Brand: Saeco

Makes nice coffee but we don't use it any more, because got given a new coffee machine.

$150.00

Pick up in Waterloo, Lower Hutt.

If you are interested, please get in touch via text!
:-)
027 631 9324
Cheers,
Polina

Price: $150

810 days ago

Old Hutt Photos

Sandra from Normandale

Riddiford Baths next to HCC and Library. How cool was that diving board and the sunshine.

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810 days ago

Roof ridges

Sharon from Wainuiomata

Hi a friend of mine is doing her roof and is needing some roof ridges. If there is anyone wanting to rid of the roof ridges, she can arrange for someone to pick them up. Free or cheap

811 days ago

Vinyl decals, cups, mugs, keyrings, treat jars, etc

Melody from Naenae

Hey guys,

My name is Mel, I'm a solo mum to 2 little boys, 5 and 6yrs old, 1 is ADHD and Autistic and the other is ADHD,

I have recently decided to try and give it a go at starting my own small business and get into the vinyl trade and get into making personalised gifts, I can do … View more
Hey guys,

My name is Mel, I'm a solo mum to 2 little boys, 5 and 6yrs old, 1 is ADHD and Autistic and the other is ADHD,

I have recently decided to try and give it a go at starting my own small business and get into the vinyl trade and get into making personalised gifts, I can do keyrings, cups, mugs, treat jars, wine glasses, pints, you name it and probably more,

My facebook page is Design Unique By Me, go over and have a look, make an order, give us a like 😁, I look forward to hearing from you all soon 😉

Cheers,
Mel.

Negotiable

813 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"So cool to see a bellbird (Anthornis melanura), aka korimako, today. I can't remember the last one I saw - possibly around Christmas time, when I snapped one in red mistletoe at Mt Ruapehu. My daughter actually spotted this guy. "Mum, look, … View more
Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"So cool to see a bellbird (Anthornis melanura), aka korimako, today. I can't remember the last one I saw - possibly around Christmas time, when I snapped one in red mistletoe at Mt Ruapehu. My daughter actually spotted this guy. "Mum, look, what's that bird that looks like an almost ripe avocado with a beak."

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811 days ago

Old Hutt photos

Sandra from Normandale

Once upon a time Hutt River had 7 dredging business along the river.

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