Avalon, Lower Hutt

853 days ago

How To Maintain and Care for Your Wallcoverings

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

So, you’ve finally chosen that fabulous wallpaper to showcase your interior style but how do you best look after it to keep it looking fresh and clean?

Many a foreign object can flick onto the surface of the wallpapers in your home, ranging from food to crayon to fly spray, and like any … View more
So, you’ve finally chosen that fabulous wallpaper to showcase your interior style but how do you best look after it to keep it looking fresh and clean?

Many a foreign object can flick onto the surface of the wallpapers in your home, ranging from food to crayon to fly spray, and like any textile, wallpapers need a little bit of love every now and then. A regular wipe down with a clean cloth should keep dust and marks at bay, however, there are times when there may be the need for a deeper clean.

To better understand how to care for your wallcoverings we need to first discuss the different types of wallpapers on the market and their cleaning durability. The main three classifications are:

1. Scrubbable
Generally heavy vinyl’s, these types of wallcoverings are suited to higher trafficc areas as they can withstand scrubbing to remove stains and dirt more effectively.

2. Washable
Coated papers (light weight vinyl) would fall into this category, a mild detergent and water can be used to occasionally wipe surface of wallcovering. They are unsuitable for high traffic areas due to light cleaning and inability to remove stains or contaminants without damage.

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

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853 days ago

Have your say on the detailed design of the Golden Mile

Let’s Get Wellington Moving

Kia ora Wellingtonians

Have your say on the detailed design of the Golden Mile, which stretches from the Parliament end of Lambton Quay through to the bottom of Courtenay Place. Revitalising the Golden Mile will make it a more attractive, vibrant and welcoming space to live, work and play, and … View more
Kia ora Wellingtonians

Have your say on the detailed design of the Golden Mile, which stretches from the Parliament end of Lambton Quay through to the bottom of Courtenay Place. Revitalising the Golden Mile will make it a more attractive, vibrant and welcoming space to live, work and play, and make it easier and safer to get around.

Have your say by 14 August:
Pop into a drop-in session
- Thursday 28 July, 4.30-7pm Public Trust Hall, 131 Lambton Quay
- Wednesday 3 August, 10am-2pm Courtenay Creative, 49 Courtenay Place

Comment online: lgwm.nz/goldenmile
Email: goldenmile@lgwm.nz
Call: 0800 110 130

Veronica Byrne
Project Manager
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853 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is an updated character home in the heart of wine country - Martinborough. For sale through Jaime Slater from Tremains. Read more about this gorgeous home on page 3!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are … View more
Our House of the Week this week is an updated character home in the heart of wine country - Martinborough. For sale through Jaime Slater from Tremains. Read more about this gorgeous home on page 3!

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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857 days ago

Do you support spending $300m on new link to Wellington?

Reporter Community News

The cost of a new shared path linking Lower Hutt and Wellington has risen by $130 million to more than $300m – its third budget increase – thanks to the rising cost of materials.
The Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency board has approved a total of $311.9m in funding for Te Ara Tupua, a 4.5km … View more
The cost of a new shared path linking Lower Hutt and Wellington has risen by $130 million to more than $300m – its third budget increase – thanks to the rising cost of materials.
The Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency board has approved a total of $311.9m in funding for Te Ara Tupua, a 4.5km section of 5-metre-wide pathway for walking and biking from Ngāūranga to Petone, along the coast next to the Hutt Valley railway line and the highway.
Tell us what you think and remember that if you do not want your comments used by Stuff, please put NFP.

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854 days ago

Zip Masterton Massive annual Sale.

ZIP Plumbing

Don’t miss Zip Masterton MASSIVE Annual Sale, this Friday 29 Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July.

Get leading bathroom brands and HUGE Annual Sale savings!

Baths, showers, tapware, toilets, and accessories with up to 60% off, including complete bathroom packages from $1599

Zip it up in style … View more
Don’t miss Zip Masterton MASSIVE Annual Sale, this Friday 29 Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July.

Get leading bathroom brands and HUGE Annual Sale savings!

Baths, showers, tapware, toilets, and accessories with up to 60% off, including complete bathroom packages from $1599

Zip it up in style with leading bathroom brands, at Zip Masterton

MASSIVE Annual Sale, this Friday 29 Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July

Cnr Dixon & Church St Masterton
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854 days ago

Reading Tip #5

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Make a calm, comfortable place for your family to relax and read independently - or together ?‍?‍?‍??

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854 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
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857 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Wellington photographer Simon Woolf took this lovely photo of a kārearea near Te Anau.

"Before I had a chance to photograph it, it took off to a nearby clump of grass, and then after a few minutes actually in the grass flew back to the pole with a waxeye. What followed was straight out of … View more
Wellington photographer Simon Woolf took this lovely photo of a kārearea near Te Anau.

"Before I had a chance to photograph it, it took off to a nearby clump of grass, and then after a few minutes actually in the grass flew back to the pole with a waxeye. What followed was straight out of National Geographic."

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855 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Nelly

Reporter Community News

"Hey there, I'm Nelly. I am a very beautiful girl, and I know it. I can be a bit shy in new situations and when meeting new people, but it doesn't take long for me to warm up to my humans. I love getting love and affection from my humans, it makes me feel really happy. I would like … View more"Hey there, I'm Nelly. I am a very beautiful girl, and I know it. I can be a bit shy in new situations and when meeting new people, but it doesn't take long for me to warm up to my humans. I love getting love and affection from my humans, it makes me feel really happy. I would like to go to a quiet home where there may be a comfy couch for me to sleep on, and maybe even a lap that I can curl up on and keep you warm on a cold night. Due to my shyness, I won't be much fun in a home with young children as I like to live a peaceful life, older children may be okay, as long as they know when to give me some time and space to myself if I need it. I don't enjoy being in a room with other cats....I do have a medical waiver my new family will need to be made aware of."

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856 days ago

WIN with AO Travel and Stuff newspapers

Stuff

Hey Neighbours!

Australian Open and Stuff newspaper are giving you and a friend the chance to kick off grand slam season in Melbourne next year with an epic prize valued at over $8,000! Simply follow the link below and enter your details to be in to win.

Competition closes on Friday 12 … View more
Hey Neighbours!

Australian Open and Stuff newspaper are giving you and a friend the chance to kick off grand slam season in Melbourne next year with an epic prize valued at over $8,000! Simply follow the link below and enter your details to be in to win.

Competition closes on Friday 12 August 2022. Terms and conditions apply.
Find out more

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856 days ago

Re-energise your morning with the Sunday Star-Times.

Stuff

Enjoy an Antipodes skincare duo (RRP$50) when you purchase a three-month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for just $52.

Subscribe at mags4gifts.co.nz antipodes Terms and conditions apply.
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856 days ago

D.M Painting & Decorating

Daniel from D.M Painting & Decorating

Part of a 5 bedroom property recently completed over 14 days ready for the owners to move in.

If you have a job that needs doing don't hesitate to get in touch for a free no obligation quote.

Thank you,

Dan 021 0263 7250
D.M Painting and decorating

887 days ago

Is your broadband bill about to increase? Don't throw money away.

NZ Compare

Spark have recently announced a price increase of $3 - $5 a month for new and existing broadband customers and other providers seem likely to follow suit.

Information collated by our research team has found that tens of thousands of Kiwis are still missing out on hundreds of dollars of savings … View more
Spark have recently announced a price increase of $3 - $5 a month for new and existing broadband customers and other providers seem likely to follow suit.

Information collated by our research team has found that tens of thousands of Kiwis are still missing out on hundreds of dollars of savings each year on their broadband bill, because they are failing to shop around for cheaper broadband plans.

We estimate that over 500,000 households would be able to pay less for their broadband each month but many consumers are unaware of the fact that they could be making these savings and people often don’t know where to start when looking for a change in broadband plan or provider.

This is where NZ Compare can help. Our websites are simple to use and if you need more help, our friendly, Auckland based, customer support centre can advise on the most suitable broadband plan for your needs and help talk you through the switch. With unlimited fibre broadband plans available for less than $60 a month why would you pay more?

Find out more at NZ Compare or call the team on 0508 226672

CORRECTION: This post has been amended to clarify that the price of fibre and copper broadband internet services will increase, and that the increase is between $3 and $5 a month, not only $5 a month on fibre broadband plans as previously posted. (Amended at 10.31am, June 23, 2022)

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857 days ago

Big clean-up

Reporter Community News

Residents in Lowry Bay are facing a big clean-up after the storm on Thursday.
What was the storm like for you and if you have any pictures please post them on Neighbourly?

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857 days ago

Create a statement

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Transform an old wooden easel with Resene paint into a statement piece for a glam office or homework desk!

Find out how to create your own.

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