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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...
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.
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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 moreFrom 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....
Come along to Ceramic Arts Gallery and garden in Cedar Grove. Look out for the signs and bunting! Open today, Saturday 10 - 2 and Sunday 12:30 to 3:30. All original and unique pottery, sculpture and paintings made here in Matua. Entrance in Cedar Grove or from park in front of Matua Bowling Club. … View moreCome along to Ceramic Arts Gallery and garden in Cedar Grove. Look out for the signs and bunting! Open today, Saturday 10 - 2 and Sunday 12:30 to 3:30. All original and unique pottery, sculpture and paintings made here in Matua. Entrance in Cedar Grove or from park in front of Matua Bowling Club. Well sign posted.
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 moreCurtains 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...
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.
Te Puna Quarry Park is holding another plant sale.
Sunday 14 Feb 21, 10 am - 2 pm.
Plants, garden ideas and equipment.
Free entry. Bring cash for your purchases.
Hi everybody. The next Rebirthing Breathwork group meeting now scheduled for the 14th Feb from 3-5pm. I had great response and feedback from people joining this group so that my first Meetup event was scheduled for the 30th Jan and booked out within days. It has been a great group of people and … View moreHi everybody. The next Rebirthing Breathwork group meeting now scheduled for the 14th Feb from 3-5pm. I had great response and feedback from people joining this group so that my first Meetup event was scheduled for the 30th Jan and booked out within days. It has been a great group of people and some of them are coming again. I am planning the next one now for the 14th Feb so if you are interested to perhaps join me on the next event, join this group . The group is called Meetup Group "Tauranga Self Exploration via Rebirthing/ Breathwork" www.meetup.com.... I am inviting everyone to be part of this group who is suffering from anxiety, depression, abuse or addiction, stress or simply having breathing problems. This meetup group which is presently growing will conduct regular group meetings in the application and experience of breathwork. It is fundamentally a breathing technique which helps to connect to often underlying and less conscious causes of stress and to help to resolve or remove them using the breathing itself as the tool and helper. The term Rebirthing here has no religious affiliation but more so one of being in spirit, inspired and inspirational to remove obstacles of trauma in its many forms from our life so we may live a life with much more freedom and peace and compassion. Something we all could do with some more in times like these. You need to join my group first before you can attend any future event. Looking forward to meeting you. If you have done some breathwork sessions before or attended a workshop these group meeting still can be very valuable to anyone who knows about the breath and its gifts and secrets it holds. See you soon. Peter PS. Breath is life and better breathing brings about a better life overall
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...
Come along to Ceramic Arts Gallery and garden in Cedar Grove. Look out for the signs and bunting! Open today, Saturday 10 - 2 and Sunday 12:30 to 3:30. All original and unique pottery, sculpture and paintings made here in Matua. Entrance in Cedar Grove or from park in front of Matua Bowling Club. … View moreCome along to Ceramic Arts Gallery and garden in Cedar Grove. Look out for the signs and bunting! Open today, Saturday 10 - 2 and Sunday 12:30 to 3:30. All original and unique pottery, sculpture and paintings made here in Matua. Entrance in Cedar Grove or from park in front of Matua Bowling Club. Well sign posted.
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 moreThere’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.
With the weather looking good for the weekend, be sure to book an adventure at Adrenalin Forest.
Come and join a community of like minded people who care about how their food is grown and want to purchase organic products affordably.
A co-op is a group of people that buy food together and volunteer their time for it to succeed. It is a non-profit organisation.
If you are passionate about … View moreCome and join a community of like minded people who care about how their food is grown and want to purchase organic products affordably.
A co-op is a group of people that buy food together and volunteer their time for it to succeed. It is a non-profit organisation.
If you are passionate about organic, spray free produce and being part of a community get in touch with Robyn at membership@Tauranga.coop.con.nz to find out more.
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taurangacoop.co.nz...
Check out our page for non members to look at on Facebook: Tauranga Community Co-op
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Did you have - or do you still have - a Waterbed? I hunted high and low for someone who still used one of the originals, but couldn't find a soul who'd own up to it.
What do you think about these wonderfully kitsch pieces of retro bedroom decor?
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