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Refresh drawers with an ombre paint effects using tonal Resene paint colours.
Find out how to paint your own with these easy instructions.
Everyone sleeps differently, so there is no one-size-fits-all when choosing the right mattress for your sleeping position. Let's explore how different sleeping positions affect the type of mattress you should buy, as well as tips on finding the perfect mattress to get a better night's … View moreEveryone sleeps differently, so there is no one-size-fits-all when choosing the right mattress for your sleeping position. Let's explore how different sleeping positions affect the type of mattress you should buy, as well as tips on finding the perfect mattress to get a better night's sleep!
Looking for recommendations for a tiler for a bathroom renovation - shower and floor who may be able to start soon.
Hurry, our Big SellOff is on Now! Save up to 60% off on NZ made beds and mattresses
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Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
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- Earn Flybuys with us… View moreHurry, our Big SellOff is on Now! Save up to 60% off on NZ made beds and mattresses
Get the zzz's you deserve!
Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
- 60-Night's Comfort Guarantee
- 100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
- 19 stores across North Island
- Earn Flybuys with us
We have the bed for you @ BEDS4U.
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There's some real goodies on Neighbourly Market in our FREE section, and we want to see even more!
If you've got some things getting dusty in the garage that could use a new home, list them on Neighbourly as free in the next 48 hours and you'll go in to win one of 5 x $50 … View moreThere's some real goodies on Neighbourly Market in our FREE section, and we want to see even more!
If you've got some things getting dusty in the garage that could use a new home, list them on Neighbourly as free in the next 48 hours and you'll go in to win one of 5 x $50 Prezzy® cards!
New Zealand's small businesses have had another tough few weeks. We're calling on you, wherever you are across the country, to recognise a local business making a difference in your community.
We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery … View moreNew Zealand's small businesses have had another tough few weeks. We're calling on you, wherever you are across the country, to recognise a local business making a difference in your community.
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. These are the business owners who remind us we're home.
Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
HI I am just asking if any1 has any toys they are getting rid of but still playable we are more then happy to take them off your hands.we are gathering toys for our mokos n kids that come over to ours .
i can not pick up as we dont drive and i have 4 lil boys with me all under the age of 4.also … View moreHI I am just asking if any1 has any toys they are getting rid of but still playable we are more then happy to take them off your hands.we are gathering toys for our mokos n kids that come over to ours .
i can not pick up as we dont drive and i have 4 lil boys with me all under the age of 4.also hence the reason i am asking. t
Thank you
Meet a family with four boys (almost) that's up for adventure - and they don't mind roughing it in the process.
He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”
Pita Tipene is the Chair of the … View moreHe iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”
Pita Tipene is the Chair of the Waitangi National Trust. He, and all of those all of those at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, invite you to come and feel the stories that shaped Aotearoa.
It’s a moment of horror – moving a piece of furniture and realizing what it’s done to the carpet. In fact, some people even refuse to move their furniture around because they don’t know how to get rid of the carpet dents that the heavy pieces have left. Luckily, there is a fix!
The only … View moreIt’s a moment of horror – moving a piece of furniture and realizing what it’s done to the carpet. In fact, some people even refuse to move their furniture around because they don’t know how to get rid of the carpet dents that the heavy pieces have left. Luckily, there is a fix!
The only things you’ll need are ice cubes, and a vacuum or hairbrush.
1. Place an ice cube on the dent. If the dent is large or long, use extra ice cubes as needed
2. Allow the ice cubes to melt.
3. Once the ice cubes have melted, the carpet will fluff back up.
4. After the area has dried, vacuum over the dents or gently use a hairbrush to further fluff the carpet if needed.
Additional Tips:
Moving furniture a few inches at regular intervals can help prevent carpet dents from becoming severe. Every couple months, scoot the couch or other heavy items a couple inches to one side and fluff up the dents. If this is done, the dent can often be fluffed simply with your fingers; no water necessary.
Scraping a coin over the dent can also work to fluff it up if your fingers alone aren’t getting the pile back up.
Another method of fluffing the carpet is to use a spray mister to slightly wet the dent, then use a hair dryer on warm or cool air (holding it several inches away from the carpet) to dry the area while gently fluffing up the pile with your fingers or a hairbrush.
Another method of fluffing the carpet is to use steam. Hold a clothing or upholstery steamer several inches above the carpet and quickly blast the dent with steam. Let the dent cool, then use your fingers or a hairbrush to fluff it up. However, most carpets are nylon, and nylon can melt easily, so it’s best to test the steam on a small hidden area first, such as in the corner of a closet, to see how the carpet fibres react to the heat. Again, be sure to hold the steamer several inches away from the carpet when applying the steam.
Give a dull brown table a fresh light look using a modern chalk paint style effect.
Find out how to refresh your table with this handy advice.
We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? … View moreWe've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? Let's discuss!
Share your thoughts in the comments below - add NFP if you don't want these shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the Rotorua Home and Garden Show on from the 24th – 26th of Feb at Energy Events Centre in Rotorua. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer
There’ll be a huge variety Home and Garden Exhibitors, featuring … View moreIt’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the Rotorua Home and Garden Show on from the 24th – 26th of Feb at Energy Events Centre in Rotorua. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer
There’ll be a huge variety Home and Garden Exhibitors, featuring everything from Kitchens, Bathrooms, Builders, Landscaping, Home Security, Heating, Spas, Flooring and more! Relax and enjoy a delicious bite to eat and a drink in the EAT STREET and get creative with the Resene Paint a House on Saturday and Sunday from 11-2.
Save the date in your diaries: 24 – 26 February.
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Energy Events Centre, Rotorua
Adults $6
Gold Card Friday $3
Under 16 free
Recently we have been taking care of (fixing) curtains that have been put in the washing machine. There are a number of reasons why this is a terrible idea.
Firstly, we take many measures to ensure your curtains get as clean as possible without shrinkage or colour loss. Recently we have had to … View moreRecently we have been taking care of (fixing) curtains that have been put in the washing machine. There are a number of reasons why this is a terrible idea.
Firstly, we take many measures to ensure your curtains get as clean as possible without shrinkage or colour loss. Recently we have had to re-wash curtains that have been washed but there is still traces of mould or live mould left on the curtain. We take careful steps to ensure this is eliminated as much as possible on the curtain fabric, and can always remove it from linings. These results are simply unable to be duplicated in a home environment.
Spray on curtain cleaning products contain sodium hypochlorite, aka bleach. If you use products to remove mould, it can result in colour loss. This is one of the more common problems we have seen. We test all fabric before cleaning to be sure of what cleaners can be used with it.
Washing curtains in the washing machine can result in other damage – curtains need to be handled with care, especially older fabrics. It is expensive getting a curtain re-lined due to rips – we take extra care in preventing this from happening.
In addition to the above – most of the time, they will come out of the machine wrinkly and look terrible, no matter the fabric type. Our service ensures they look great and ‘like new’ as they can when returned to you (and of course, fresh and clean).
Don’t make the same mistake, call us (the experts) instead.
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