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When those super hot summer days and nights eventually come around, all you will want is a safe haven to save you from the heat. These are a few steps you can take to stay cool when the weather heats up.
• Make sure your ceilings are insulated - insulation can help keep out the suns heat
•… View moreWhen those super hot summer days and nights eventually come around, all you will want is a safe haven to save you from the heat. These are a few steps you can take to stay cool when the weather heats up.
• Make sure your ceilings are insulated - insulation can help keep out the suns heat
• Set your ceiling fans to rotate anti-clockwise.
• Turn your fans around, face them towards an open window so they can blow the hot air out of the house. Fill a mixing bowl with ice (or something equally cold, like an ice pack), and position it at an angle in front of a large fan so the air whips off the ice in an extra-chilled, extra-misty state. Trust us: It’s magic.
• If you have a heat pump, try out the fan-only or dehumidifier options to cool your house. They use less power than air conditioning and are still effective.
• Keep the windows open overnight and then close them in the morning to try and hold in the cold air.
• Install safety catches on your windows so you can leave them open all day, even when you're out.
• Close blinds or curtains to keep sunlight out during the hottest hours of the day, especially on windows that get direct sun. Some blinds are designed to let you see out, but still block most of the direct UV rays. As simple as this tip may seem, closing your curtains and blinds essentially prevents your home from becoming a miniature greenhouse.
• Turn off unnecessary lights and electrical appliances – this reduces a home's heat load.
• When cooking, keep windows open, put lids on saucepans and use an extractor fan to reduce steam and heat.
• Ventilate – keep doors or windows open at opposite ends of the house to create a through-draught, or cross ventilation.
• Closing off unused rooms will prevent cool air from permeating these areas during the hottest part of the day. You’ll want to capitalize on the cooler night hours, too, letting air flow naturally through your home.
• Start the barbie - It’s obvious, but we’re going to say it anyway: using your oven or stove in the summer will make your house hotter. If it already feels like 50 degrees in your home, the last thing you want to do is turn on an oven.
• Make a few long-term improvements - you can make a couple changes to your home that will keep it cooler for seasons to come. Insulated window films, for example, are a smart purchase as they work similarly to blinds. And additions like awnings and planting trees or vines near light-facing windows will shield your home from the sun’s rays, reduce the amount of heat your home absorbs and make your investment even more worthwhile.
Hopefully these were of some use to you, and if you have anything to add or any comments please do below!
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Do you love Christmas nibbles?
Me too.
Today I have some delicious nibbles recipes for you!
I’ve got perfect sweet spiced nuts, and some dip and cracker combos that you can have dotted around for your festive snacking.
Why not indulge in bite-sized pick-up-able crunchable crackers and … View moreDo you love Christmas nibbles?
Me too.
Today I have some delicious nibbles recipes for you!
I’ve got perfect sweet spiced nuts, and some dip and cracker combos that you can have dotted around for your festive snacking.
Why not indulge in bite-sized pick-up-able crunchable crackers and nourishing dips that will have all your Christmas nibbling needs sorted.
If you’re like my family and maybe a little nuts (ha), you may become obsessed with my sweet spiced nuts – I sure am. I guarantee kids will gobble them up too.
Lee Holmes - Naturopath/Author.
love your Gut/Supercharged Food
Our National Office will be closed from today (Tuesday, 22 December) onward into the new year with the first of staff set to return on Monday, 11 January. No emails or calls will be returned during the closure and our social media will not be monitored.
From all of us at Neighbourhood Support New … View moreOur National Office will be closed from today (Tuesday, 22 December) onward into the new year with the first of staff set to return on Monday, 11 January. No emails or calls will be returned during the closure and our social media will not be monitored.
From all of us at Neighbourhood Support New Zealand - thank you for your mahi and support over the past year! Wishing you a safe and joy-filled holiday season ahead.
Hey guys hemal here hk electrical. We are based in Dinsdale so your local sparky.
We will be around over the break for emergency breakdowns if needed, otherwise we are shut from 22nd dec till the 11th jan.
Some of the services we offer:
-general electrical fault finding.
-oven and hot water repair
… View moreHey guys hemal here hk electrical. We are based in Dinsdale so your local sparky.
We will be around over the break for emergency breakdowns if needed, otherwise we are shut from 22nd dec till the 11th jan.
Some of the services we offer:
-general electrical fault finding.
-oven and hot water repair
-security alarm and camera system
-spa power feeds
-heatpump install and servicing.
If you have any questions please done hesitate to reach out.
Merry Xmas and a happy new year :)
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“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural and fast acting.”
Throughout her career, Irene van Dyk has tried a number of products. It’s only in recent years that she’s come across a natural alternative that she now recommends. If you’re looking for a … View more“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural and fast acting.”
Throughout her career, Irene van Dyk has tried a number of products. It’s only in recent years that she’s come across a natural alternative that she now recommends. If you’re looking for a fast-acting, long-lasting, natural product to support joints and muscles, then Koru FX cream is for you.
Shame on you! Just wander into private property and help yourself pulling my garden for Lilly flowers. My hard work of planting whole year and only flower once a year. Just yank it off and damaged the bulb root as well. It’s inside the driveway and it’s private property!!! Smile! You are … View moreShame on you! Just wander into private property and help yourself pulling my garden for Lilly flowers. My hard work of planting whole year and only flower once a year. Just yank it off and damaged the bulb root as well. It’s inside the driveway and it’s private property!!! Smile! You are on camera, you are lucky this time I was doing laundry inside the house didn’t catch you, otherwise I would have chased you with a shovel 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬. Why don’t you plant some yourself and enjoy the fruit of your own labour for a change instead of being a thief...
HCC 'bauble' to try and compensate the bulldozing of mature native trees at Shaws Bird Park.
Whats the point?
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Give your gifts a personal touch with handmade wrapping paper decorated with Resene testpots.
A fun project for the whole family and each can choose their favourite colours for the decorating.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Woman's Day magazine and Resene. … View moreGive your gifts a personal touch with handmade wrapping paper decorated with Resene testpots.
A fun project for the whole family and each can choose their favourite colours for the decorating.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Woman's Day magazine and Resene. Find out how to create your own
Hi everyone,
With Christmas fast approaching, we'd be keen to hear from those who spend the festive season (or part of it) away each year. Where do you go and why? What makes it such a great place to be at this time of year? What are you most looking forward to about the trip? Any words of … View moreHi everyone,
With Christmas fast approaching, we'd be keen to hear from those who spend the festive season (or part of it) away each year. Where do you go and why? What makes it such a great place to be at this time of year? What are you most looking forward to about the trip? Any words of advice you may have on things to do or places to eat or drink in the area would also be much appreciated. As usual, please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article. Cheers.
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