Alicetown, Lower Hutt

817 days ago

The Benefits of Linen

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Linen is most loved for its diversity, from a rustic and neutral look to soft and refined. It is often found in homes on upholstered and loose covered furniture, curtains, cushions, bedding and clothing. But did you know the benefits of linen run right down to the fibres?

How is Linen made?
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Linen is most loved for its diversity, from a rustic and neutral look to soft and refined. It is often found in homes on upholstered and loose covered furniture, curtains, cushions, bedding and clothing. But did you know the benefits of linen run right down to the fibres?

How is Linen made?
Linen is an amazing natural fabric made from flax fibres and this process has been used to make linen for almost 6,000 years.

The plants are first removed from the ground by cutting or pulling and then the seeds are extracted though a process called winnowing or ripping. To separate the fibres from the flax plant itself, a natural process takes place called “retting” that utilizes bacteria to decompose the pectin that binds the fibre together.

Once the long fibres are removed they are brushed out into long strands that can then be spun into yarn and eventually woven into linen material.

The best part about this process is that it’s practically zero-waste. Anything that will not be used in the fabric manufacturing, such as the woody stalks of the flax plant and the roots, compost back into the soil and the seeds used to make linseed oil.

Benefits of Linen
Linen is Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly: Linen is a sustainable, natural fibre growing without the use of pesticides, fertilizers and additional watering. This also makes it a renewable resource, plus being a natural fibre it’s also biodegradable.

Producing linen has a smaller environmental impact than cotton, mainly as it needs little to no water consumption to grow. Also, as mentioned above, the production of linen is rarely wasteful.

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

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822 days ago

Fire and Fury

Keith from Petone

$500K propaganda funded by the taxpayer about the '''deplorables'' who stood up to the vax mandates in a peaceful protest infiltrated by agent provocateurs who staged the infamous Hill Street psyop ''car attack'' on the police and lit the first fires on … View more$500K propaganda funded by the taxpayer about the '''deplorables'' who stood up to the vax mandates in a peaceful protest infiltrated by agent provocateurs who staged the infamous Hill Street psyop ''car attack'' on the police and lit the first fires on March 2. Disgraceful disinformation waste of taxpayer money.

818 days ago

Volunteer?

Mike Barton from

If you would like to try and be a CAB volunteer then, please, contact us. 🤔

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818 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a sumptuous three-bedroom apartment, with a generous 161 square metres of space - plus decks! This immaculate apartment is right in the heart of the city on Jessie St and offers incredible views and lots of storage. For sale through Ramon Kane at Tommy's. … View moreOur House of the Week this week is a sumptuous three-bedroom apartment, with a generous 161 square metres of space - plus decks! This immaculate apartment is right in the heart of the city on Jessie St and offers incredible views and lots of storage. For sale through Ramon Kane at Tommy's. Check it out on page 3 of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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819 days ago

ITS ALMOST TIME FOR A SPRING CLEAN

Tamsin Matthews from Red Cross Shop Petone

Please think of us when you do,donate all yr unwanted QUALITY goods and clothing too
RED CROSS SHOP IN PETONE
169 Jackson st

Drop off in store or call 027 403 2704 for any large pickup items

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818 days ago

Hutt Homed - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Hutt Homed

Our House of the Week this week is a modernised 4-bedroom home with an easy to maintain yard and a kitchen with all the bells and whistles. For sale through Sarah Nuku from Professionals, you can read all about it on page 3 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Hutt Homed to… View more
Our House of the Week this week is a modernised 4-bedroom home with an easy to maintain yard and a kitchen with all the bells and whistles. For sale through Sarah Nuku from Professionals, you can read all about it on page 3 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Hutt Homed to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in Hutt Homed.

Distribution & Delivery:
Hutt Homed gets inserted into The Hutt News every Thursday, and is delivered to 42,423 homes in the Hutt area.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie on 021 973 105 or cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez on 021 501 913 or niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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822 days ago

Hutt Photos local history in school kits.

Sandra from Normandale

Minoh House Normandale Lower Hutt NZ.
Once owned by Von Zedlitz, this historical house sits in full view from Melling.

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819 days ago

Old Hutt photos part of LOCAL Historical school kits.

Sandra from Normandale

Painting of Old Lower Hutt. Fort Richmond, the old original Ewen Bridge over Hutt River and the soldiers keeping peace.

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820 days ago

Expect the unexpected

Stuff

Generally Famous is Stuff's new podcast in which Simon Bridges finds out what makes his generally famous - but always interesting - guests tick.

So far, Simon's had Olympian Eric Murray and digital entrepreneur Lucy Blakiston in the hot seat. And there's … View more
Generally Famous is Stuff's new podcast in which Simon Bridges finds out what makes his generally famous - but always interesting - guests tick.

So far, Simon's had Olympian Eric Murray and digital entrepreneur Lucy Blakiston in the hot seat. And there's more exciting guests to come each Wednesday.
Listen now

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820 days ago

Good as gold!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These folks are 'salt of the earth' and deserve a gold medal for the joy they bring to their neighbourhoods.

Their neighbours have nominated them as Nice Neighbours recently, winning them a small prize and some recognition in the local papers.

If you are lucky enough to have a … View more
These folks are 'salt of the earth' and deserve a gold medal for the joy they bring to their neighbourhoods.

Their neighbours have nominated them as Nice Neighbours recently, winning them a small prize and some recognition in the local papers.

If you are lucky enough to have a Nice Neighbour, you can nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page. We can't wait to hear all about them!

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821 days ago

Old Hutt Photos Local History School Kits

Sandra from Normandale

Lower Hutt Bus Terminal.

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823 days ago

Why are common light bulbs $10 each.

Sandra from Normandale

Remember Philips Light Factory in Naenae Lower Hutt. When Light bulbs were cheap and everyone had a job they loved.

821 days ago

Don't forget Dad! Just one week to go Neigbours

The Team from NZ Compare

Whether he's a new dad, a super special father figure or a many times grandad, find the perfect present to spoil him with PriceMe.

Read our handy gift guide to get those last minute Father's Day shopping ideas, while PriceMe's easy to use cost comparison website will save you the … View more
Whether he's a new dad, a super special father figure or a many times grandad, find the perfect present to spoil him with PriceMe.

Read our handy gift guide to get those last minute Father's Day shopping ideas, while PriceMe's easy to use cost comparison website will save you the $$$!!

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821 days ago

ITS ALMOST TIME FOR A SPRING CLEAN

Tamsin Matthews from Red Cross Shop Petone

Please think of us when you do,donate all yr unwanted QUALITY goods and clothing too
RED CROSS SHOP IN PETONE
169 Jackson st

Drop off in store or call 027 403 2704 for any large pickup items

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824 days ago

Old Hutt Photos

Sandra from Normandale

Woolworths and McKenzies at the south end of High Street. Before we began importing from overseas.

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