Aokautere - Fitzherbert, Palmerston North

1384 days ago

Grab a Bargain!

Dee from Awapuni

##Price Negotiable in most Items##
♧Corner Office Desk $30
◇Samsung TV 26" waĺl mounted comes w Freeview box and Remotes $130
◇Samurai like swords set of 3 c/w Stand $30
♤Canvas, Black w Quotes $10
□Large Canvas, 6 Assorted for repainting or repurposing $10each
○DVDs, Boxes full … View more
##Price Negotiable in most Items##
♧Corner Office Desk $30
◇Samsung TV 26" waĺl mounted comes w Freeview box and Remotes $130
◇Samurai like swords set of 3 c/w Stand $30
♤Canvas, Black w Quotes $10
□Large Canvas, 6 Assorted for repainting or repurposing $10each
○DVDs, Boxes full of assorted, over 30 plus Titles $25
☆Baskets (x2) $10
¤White Selfie Frame $10
*Performance Car, Ralph, Mens Health Magazines - Box full of assorted $15
#Canvas, Black (3) matching blank $10
₩ Weather Vein, Black heavy wrought iron $30
£ Small Glass display Jewelry Cabinet $30
€Heavy Crystal Candle holders $15
♡Polaroid Camera Vintage c/w Storage Bag, no film $50
◇Three coloured Kete(Baskets of knowledge) wall hangings $10
☆Kete $10
◇Easel, photo frame holder (small) $5
#Metal Cube plant holder $5
♧White Vintage storage Box $5
♤Waist Trainers x 5 Assorted sizes
$10-$20
~Gumboots Adults $5 each

Please pm for pictures more items to sell.. Awapuni area for pickup..

Price: $10

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1387 days ago

Seratone

Debra from Palmerston North Central

Hi neighbours does anyone out there have any off cuts of seratone walling, I don't need a lot of it as im just fixing up a patch of it. Message me if you do have any please :)

1385 days ago

Do Thermal Curtains Really Work?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

Curtains, particularly thermal lined ones, can reduce heat loss by as much as 60%, depending on the type of windows your home is fitted with. The key to ensuring you get the most out of your curtains is in understanding exactly how heat is lost, and how the use of thermal lined curtains can prevent… View moreCurtains, particularly thermal lined ones, can reduce heat loss by as much as 60%, depending on the type of windows your home is fitted with. The key to ensuring you get the most out of your curtains is in understanding exactly how heat is lost, and how the use of thermal lined curtains can prevent this.

Understanding the physics: You know the old saying that hot air rises? Well, during cold weather that is exactly what happens, and something called the reverse chimney effect comes into play.

It is widely accepted that cold air is denser, and therefore heavier, than warm air. When it’s cold outside the air close to the window is cooled and sinks down (due to its density increasing with the temperature change). When the cooled air sinks it’s replaced by warmer air from other parts of the room.

As you can imagine, this then creates a circulating current, taking all of your warm air and replacing it with cool air. And just like that, you have lost most of your heat, not just near the window, but in the entire room.

If your curtains are not fitted correctly they form a channel between the window and the curtain, creating a space for the cooled air to sit and increasing the effect of the reverse chimney. The most important aspect to note is that it is the power of each factor combined, which decreases heat loss. No single factor works in isolation.

The first thing to ensure is that your curtains fit your windows correctly. This means that they are within a millimetre of perfect, with absolutely no gaps at the top or bottom. They need to fit against the wall snugly, creating a seal between the curtain and window.

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

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1385 days ago

COVID 19 UPDATE

Exceed - we fix windows and doors

Following on the latest NZ Government announcement and Covid-19 Alert guidelines (Level 3 for Auckland and Level 2 for the rest of NZ), we are pleased to say that all of our local Exceed teams around NZ are fully operational and able to help customers with their window & door repair, … View moreFollowing on the latest NZ Government announcement and Covid-19 Alert guidelines (Level 3 for Auckland and Level 2 for the rest of NZ), we are pleased to say that all of our local Exceed teams around NZ are fully operational and able to help customers with their window & door repair, maintenance and security needs.

Our customer care team is also available for you!
If you have any concerns or questions about your interactions with Exceed during this time or would like to discuss any issues you are experiencing, call us on 0800 25 25 00

Click the read more button to visit our dedicated Covid-19 page for information on our Alert Level 2 & 3 H&S procedures.

Stay safe!
The Exceed we fix windows & doors team :)

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1385 days ago

COVID-19 ALERT LEVEL UPDATE

The Team from New Zealand Police

From 11:59pm tonight, Auckland moves to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for three days until midnight Wednesday.

More information on the Alert Levels here: covid19.govt.nz...

For everything you need to know visit … View more
From 11:59pm tonight, Auckland moves to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for three days until midnight Wednesday.

More information on the Alert Levels here: covid19.govt.nz...

For everything you need to know visit www.covid19.govt.nz....

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1385 days ago

twin single beds with mattress's and electric blankets

Madge from Milson

I have two single beds, slat base with 3 drawers under each. Really good thick mattress's plus electric blankets. Electric blankets were new last winter. All is excellent condition. We are moving to a smaller home. Buyer must pick up, (Milson). Price is for both beds, mattresses and electric … View moreI have two single beds, slat base with 3 drawers under each. Really good thick mattress's plus electric blankets. Electric blankets were new last winter. All is excellent condition. We are moving to a smaller home. Buyer must pick up, (Milson). Price is for both beds, mattresses and electric blankets. contact Madge 3533880 or 0211378157. Price is for the lot!

Price: $150

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1385 days ago

For sale

Sal from Kelvin Grove

Reception desk offers

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1386 days ago

Bag of used garden bark to give away

Alan from Aokautere - Fitzherbert

Bag stands at 450mm x 300mm roughly.

Free

1386 days ago

The difference between Lined and Unlined curtains

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

Curtains are an essential part of every home’s decor. And having the right curtains can be the last piece to the puzzle - the furnishing that makes the room, while having the wrong ones . . . well, no one wants to look at bad curtains.


When given an option, should the curtains be lined or … View more
Curtains are an essential part of every home’s decor. And having the right curtains can be the last piece to the puzzle - the furnishing that makes the room, while having the wrong ones . . . well, no one wants to look at bad curtains.


When given an option, should the curtains be lined or non-lined? What are the differences? We'll find out in this article.


Lined curtains, as the name would suggest, have a supplemental lining on the inside of the curtain. This lining can be multifunctional so it’s best to consider what you want to achieve with your curtains.


Sometimes the lining is simply for decoration, giving the curtain a bit of depth and extra weight, perhaps offering a splash of colour to offset the primary colour of the curtain.


More often than not, they are often designed to be noise cancelling, heat insulating, or fully light blocking, among other things. If for example, you’re planning your living room to also be a fully functional home entertainment centre, 100% blackout - lined curtains would be your best bet.


Lined curtains offer better privacy due to the extra thickness of the fabric. They often have extended lifetime compared to unlined curtains due solely to the lining preventing the fabric from fading.

Unlined curtains, on the other hand, have their own advantages.
They are both lighter and airier making them perfect for rooms that have either smaller or fewer windows and a tendency to remain dark.



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

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1386 days ago

Tell us about a local business that makes your day?

Prospa

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. Well, it’s … View moreWe all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. Well, it’s payback time!

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes (T&C’s apply).

Every nominated business receives a free 3-month premium listing on Neighbourly. The 11 Regional finalists get a $100 Prezzy® gift card for the business (and one for the nominator too) and a 12-month Premium Business listing on Neighbourly (valued at $399). The National winner receives $2,500 cash prize from Prospa, a $5,000 Stuff advertising package and a $2,500 Neighbourly package.

Nominate a business today and spread the word about your Prospa Local Business Hero.
Learn more

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1387 days ago

Stop Your Curtains Getting Damp and Mouldy

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

It’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew … View moreIt’s time to bid farewell to summer for another year and start facing the reality that soon it’s going to be cold and damp for a while. As we enter those colder months and condensation appears on the windows, we thought it was a good time to share some tips on preventing mould and mildew growing on your curtains.

What makes mould and mildew grow?
Interestingly, it’s not directly the condensation on your windows that causes mould and mildew because most curtains don’t come into contact with it. Mould and mildew grow when there’s moisture and warmth in the home, which condensation does contribute to.
Just like everything absorbent in your home, as temperatures go up the moisture in the air evaporates and is absorbed into the fabric. As they cool, the moisture changes back from its gaseous state to being closer to its liquid form. In absorbing this moisture, they also take in any bacteria it holds. Repeated over time, this is what causes the nasty growths.

The difference between mould and mildew
Mould is a broad term that encompasses multiple identical nuclei and can grow beneath and penetrate the surface of affected material. Mildew is a type of mould that grows on the surface and can therefore be much more easily treated/removed. When its live, moulds are orangey or reddish in colour. The black patches we see are actually the hibernating mould spores waiting for the sun to warm them up and bring them back to life.

Where does all this moisture come from?
We live in a pretty humid climate in New Zealand at the best of times; in some areas it’s even greater. But it’s not all weather related. Cooking, showering, drying clothes, unflued gas heaters and simply breathing and existing all produce moisture content within our homes.

Preventing moisture build up and/or drying out your home
- Install a home ventilation system of some kind.
- Crack the windows a little during the day to allow a bit of cool air to flow through your home. North facing windows are best....



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

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1387 days ago

METAL COAT STAND/RACK

Kevin from Milson

I have decided to sell another of my coat stands.
It is 164cm high and made of heavy tubular metal.
A very useful stand for keeping coats etc tidy.

Price: $30

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1387 days ago

DENDROBIUM KINGIANUM ORCHID

Kevin from Milson

Dendrobium kingianum, commonly known as the pink rock orchid, is a flowering plant in the orchid family Orchidaceae and is endemic to eastern Australia. It usually grows on rocks, rarely as an epiphyte, and has thin, spreading leaves and spikes of up to fifteen, usually pink flowers in late winter … View moreDendrobium kingianum, commonly known as the pink rock orchid, is a flowering plant in the orchid family Orchidaceae and is endemic to eastern Australia. It usually grows on rocks, rarely as an epiphyte, and has thin, spreading leaves and spikes of up to fifteen, usually pink flowers in late winter to spring. Wikipedia
I am selling my lovely Orchid due to cutback of plants.
Usually just keep it at the back of the house and bring to my frontage in the spring when it is a mass of gorgeous pink flowers. Looks after itself!! Look up on Google for pictures of this beautiful orchid.
NOTE: I have put a photo of this species, and it would be very very close to what my plant would look like when it is in flower, but it would have twice as many flowers.

Price: $40

1387 days ago

Pioneering a new way of living

There’s a new generation pioneering what it means to be living in retirement. They’re making the most of every moment, trying new things and rediscovering passions that were lost when responsibilities took over.

They’re busy enjoying newfound independence and relaxing into creativity.
We … View more
There’s a new generation pioneering what it means to be living in retirement. They’re making the most of every moment, trying new things and rediscovering passions that were lost when responsibilities took over.

They’re busy enjoying newfound independence and relaxing into creativity.
We want to help them do it. That’s why we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.
Find out more

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1389 days ago

Free Microsoft Course: Word and Excel – starts Monday 15th February 2021

Sheila from Hokowhitu

Mondays 9.00am – 1.00pm.
EXPLORE AND LEARN NEW OFFICE SKILLS.
Know how to:
• Design, layout and create documents
• Format data, produce tables and explore graphs
All resources provided.
Want more information on course content and delivery.
Email our tutor at sbarrass.211@literacy.org.nz and … View more
Mondays 9.00am – 1.00pm.
EXPLORE AND LEARN NEW OFFICE SKILLS.
Know how to:
• Design, layout and create documents
• Format data, produce tables and explore graphs
All resources provided.
Want more information on course content and delivery.
Email our tutor at sbarrass.211@literacy.org.nz and course information will be sent to you.

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