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1478 days ago

Why Choose Custom-Made Curtains

Robert Anderson from

If you’re considering installing curtains in your home, one of the first things you’ll need to decide is whether you’d prefer to buy ready-made curtains or have them custom-made especially for your home.

Get exactly what you want - There’s no need to compromise when you choose to have … View more
If you’re considering installing curtains in your home, one of the first things you’ll need to decide is whether you’d prefer to buy ready-made curtains or have them custom-made especially for your home.

Get exactly what you want - There’s no need to compromise when you choose to have your curtains custom-made; you’ll get exactly what you want and it will be the perfect for your space. A good company will send a consultant to meet with you at your home who will bring with them a wide variety of actual fabric samples so you can see how different colours, patterns and textures look in your space.

The right curtains for the right rooms - You’ll get experienced, professional advice about which type of curtains is best for certain rooms and purposes. For instance, if you want curtains for bedrooms where blocking light is the main priority, your consultant will be able to talk you through the different lining options to achieve this.

A perfect fit - Another benefit of having your curtains custom-made is that your window measurements will be taken by someone who really knows what they’re doing.

Excellent quality - There’s no doubt the finished product will be impeccably made with special attention to detail. And there’s peace of mind knowing your curtains are backed by a decent product warranty.

Finance - By choosing a specialist blind manufacturer there may be the possibility of a finance option to help make it affordable.

Professional installation - And the service will be end-to-end with professional installation also often included.

Things to consider when choosing custom-made curtains – Good things take time; from consultation to having the finished product installed you could be looking at a 3 to 4 week wait if not longer. The initial cost of having custom-made curtains would likely be a more expensive option over ready-made. However, this cost is easily justified by the quality of the product.

Reasons to AVOID ready-made curtains
Whether online or from a store, ready-made curtains are often seen as a fast and cost effective option.

Potentially limited options - The first thing to know about buying ready-made curtains is that you might not get what you want OR what you need. Unlike Russells’ custom-made curtains, most ready-made curtains are not made in New Zealand. They are mass-produced in a finite number of sizes. These can be quite common sizes so you may get lucky and find something that fits your window. However, most people find ready-made curtains are either slightly too wide and overlap the frame, or not wide enough, letting through light. Be prepared to dedicate some time to shopping around to find curtains that are just the right colour, pattern and size for your home.

Measurement mishaps - You will need to measure your own windows; do so carefully. How to measure for curtains differs depending on what kind of curtains you want too so be sure to research the best method.

Inferior quality - Cheaper ready-made curtains may seem like a good deal initially, but long term (and curtains are a long term household item) inferior quality will end up costing you.

No professional installation - And finally, when buying ready-made curtains, you may also need to budget for professional installation if you’re not confident in your own skills.

No matter if you have custom or ready made curtains, Curtain Clean can take care of all your cleaning needs! Call us on 0800 579 0501 if you have any questions

1478 days ago

Big wet in Napier

Reporter Community News

A graph from the Napier city Council shows how wet it has been in the last 24 hours.

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1478 days ago

State of Emergency in Napier

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, we hopes you are all dry and well.
Napier received double its average monthly rainfall in the space of 24 hours, leading to widespread flooding and slips, and triggering a state of emergency.
Although the weather has improved, there is another rain watch for this afternoon.
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Hi Neighbourly folk, we hopes you are all dry and well.
Napier received double its average monthly rainfall in the space of 24 hours, leading to widespread flooding and slips, and triggering a state of emergency.
Although the weather has improved, there is another rain watch for this afternoon.
How did you get on in the big wet?

1478 days ago

WE ARE OPEN - Auction Tomorrow

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

Bit of a sleepless night after waiding home through the streets of Napier last night, but all well at M&F so auction will proceed tomorrow as planned Wednesday 10am.
Viewing Today 8am - 5pm & tomorrow from 8am

1479 days ago

It's just a lil rain...

Elisha from Tree Walkers

24/7 Emergency tree call out service

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1479 days ago

Racks FULL at Red Cross Shop in Cadbury Road, Onekawa

Mary Anne from Taradale

Shop stock replenished - great quality items on the racks. Children's clothing as well.
Find your UPCYCLE challenge item here too. And have some fun creating! Open 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday.

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1479 days ago

Looking for a home with 3 + garaging to buy

Kathryn from Hospital Hill

Hi everyone,
If you have a home with 3 plus garaging space and are thinking of selling can you please contact me ... Kath Delaney 0274983303

1479 days ago

Camper van

Kelly from Pirimai

Howdy neighbours, does anyone have a 4 or 6 berth camper van/ motor home they’d be willing to hire out from 28 December to 5 January. Fully licensed responsible driver. Happy to pay reasonable rate up front in full. Regards, Kelly.

1481 days ago

Summer top

Karyn from Greenmeadows

Very pretty summer top for sale.
Worn a few times but like brand new.
$10. Pick up only.

1481 days ago

Police & General Estate Auction Wednesday 11 Nov 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

This weeks Auction to include; 2 Trailers, Bikes, Tools, Jewellery & sundries on Account NZ Police plus a variety of items from Estate Clearances & Private Vendors.
Viewing & Bids Welcome Weekdays 8-5. Late Night Viewing Tuesday to 6pm

1482 days ago

Handy person wanted for DIY

Julie from Pirimai

Hi is anyone available to make a T bar type object. I would need a garden hose holder attached to it. I would also like some sort of fixture on it so that my garden hose is secure. Is there someone with time and equipment tò do this? Wood, screws and washers are provided. PM me or leave a messge.

1482 days ago

Reach Out 🤝 Look Out 👀 Help Out 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To find your nearest Neighbourhood Support or to get in touch about setting up a new one, go to:

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1482 days ago

Recycle a school desk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Napier

Make homework fun by transforming an old school desk into a bright and appealing workstation using your children’s favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1486 days ago

Auction Wednesday 4 Nov 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

Having missed an auction last Wednesday with the consecutive short weeks - OUR ROOMS ARE FULL. Two weeks accumulation Estate & Household Clearances......Over 400 Lots
Viewing & Bids Welcome Weekdays 8-5. Late Night Tuesday to 6pm
More Photos www.mafa.co.nz... (4 November)

1482 days ago

Napier man missing his beloved Jack Russell

Reporter Community News

It's been a week since Tabatha the jack russell went missing, believed stolen, and owner Doug Hodgetts, 80, is missing her greatly.
There have been no sightings, no tips, no ransom notes, nothing. But Hodgetts hasn’t given up hoping his best friend will make her way back to him.
Tabatha, who… View more
It's been a week since Tabatha the jack russell went missing, believed stolen, and owner Doug Hodgetts, 80, is missing her greatly.
There have been no sightings, no tips, no ransom notes, nothing. But Hodgetts hasn’t given up hoping his best friend will make her way back to him.
Tabatha, who is 7, went missing from the front of the Ace Second Hand Shop on Munro St in Napier when he visited the shop about 11am last Thursday.

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