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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 it’s 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.
• Get a dehumidifier. Emptying this once a day (or more!) will really open your eyes to how much moisture is in your home. Remember the science though, you need to warm the air (and thus the moisture in it) before the dehumidifier can suck it in and remove it.
• Pop a DampRid moisture absorber container on the windowsill behind the curtains.
• Install a ShowerDome and extractor fan in the bathroom.
• Make sure your clothes dryer is vented to the outside.
• Install a rangehood in the kitchen and use lids on pots and pans.
• Change the curtain rail brackets to 80 or 100mm so the curtains are further from the walls and the windows allowing for more air circulation. Bear in mind however, this will likely lower their thermal insulating capabilities.
• Invest in double-glazing. Although this does not prevent mildew it can work to slow the onset.
• Minimise what mould growth feeds on. Clean soft furnishings regularly, clean windows and wipe down window surrounds with warm soapy water.
Check plumbing for leaks.
• Maintaining an even inside temperature throughout the house helps stop moist air from condensing.
• Insulate well. Start with the ceilings and under floor as a priority, then the walls.
• Close curtains/blinds as soon as the sun goes down.
Don’t worry if it’s too late - Curtain Clean can treat and remove mould and mildew from your curtains. Call us on 0800 579 0501 or visit curtainclean.co.nz to find out more.
Dear neighbours,
You have just a few more days to send your entries for our Houseplant Hero competition. You could win some great prizes and of course, more houseplanst!
Naenae’s new multi-million-dollar pool and fitness centre is shaping up to be just what the people ordered.
That’s the feedback from community and aquatic sports groups who have their seal of approval to the region’s newest swim centre design, praising it as “modern, spacious and airy… View moreNaenae’s new multi-million-dollar pool and fitness centre is shaping up to be just what the people ordered.
That’s the feedback from community and aquatic sports groups who have their seal of approval to the region’s newest swim centre design, praising it as “modern, spacious and airy”.
Other key features that drew praise for the design in the second Voice of the Community report includes the wider 50m pool, and a more user-friendly layout inside and out.
Construction is set to begin in the second half of this year. A Huringa Nuku blessing was held onsite on 17 June to prepare the site for construction to begin.
"Hi everyone, My name is Camilla and as you can see, I am a very beautiful girl. I love attention and cuddles and in addition to provide people with lots of love, I enjoy going for walks where I can show everybody how beautiful I actually am. My forever home would be a home where in the … View more"Hi everyone, My name is Camilla and as you can see, I am a very beautiful girl. I love attention and cuddles and in addition to provide people with lots of love, I enjoy going for walks where I can show everybody how beautiful I actually am. My forever home would be a home where in the beginning someone would be by my side most of the time. Then I can get used to your routine and my new environment. I would benefit from continuing my basic training, which I've started at SPCA. I've done well so far with getting used to new people and new routine, but I need my new owner to continue the training with me, so I can become an even smarter doggo. I can be very shy with new people, particularly tall men or loud strangers. My new home would need to be a home with confident older kids or teenagers. My new owners will need to introduce me to new people slowly, as the world can be scary at times, and I haven't had too many people to trust in my previous life. A home with a confident, patient dog may work well for me. I enjoy playing with other social dogs. Unfortunately I am not suited to a home with cats/small animals."
Our House of the Week this week is an exceptionally spacious family home on a lovely lifestyle block, very close to Wellington City. For sale through Mike Wynne-Jones from Harcourts. Read more about it on page 3 of this weeks Homed!
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion… View moreOur House of the Week this week is an exceptionally spacious family home on a lovely lifestyle block, very close to Wellington City. For sale through Mike Wynne-Jones from Harcourts. Read more about it on page 3 of this weeks 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
DIC Building next to todays Ewen Bridge Lower Hutt.
Two storied store similar to Farmers.
Attached was McCabe dentist if I recall.
Part of Department of Education Local History in schools research.
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I have a difficulty keeping up with local news when the Hutt News has not been delivered to my Maungaraki address for five weeks. What's the point in publishing when it is not delivered and therefore not read by subscribers?
Happy Matariki 2022!
It's a time to celebrate new life, to remember those who’ve passed, and to plan for the future. Matariki is a time to spend with whānau and friends – to enjoy kai (food), waiata (song), tākaro (games), and haka.
One of the leading care communities in Lower Hutt we offer safe, homely apartments. Assisted living at its best. Located in the heart of Lower Hutt with public transport right on the doorstep.
Warm caring environment with great friendly staff.
Action packed activities programme including … View moreOne of the leading care communities in Lower Hutt we offer safe, homely apartments. Assisted living at its best. Located in the heart of Lower Hutt with public transport right on the doorstep.
Warm caring environment with great friendly staff.
Action packed activities programme including gardening and knitting club.
24 hour rest home level of care with short stays also offered.
Great food menu with home-cooked meals.
Ropata Lodge, 57 Ropata Crescent, Lower Hutt.
Visit our website to find out more Ph: 04 920 0846 www.ropatalodge.co.nz
This Matariki weekend is Wellington Zoo’s final Welcome Weekend for 2022, with $5 Adult and $2 Child tickets (+ small booking fee) available online now for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
At Wellington Zoo we are very proud to be an integral part of the Wellington community for the last 116 … View moreThis Matariki weekend is Wellington Zoo’s final Welcome Weekend for 2022, with $5 Adult and $2 Child tickets (+ small booking fee) available online now for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
At Wellington Zoo we are very proud to be an integral part of the Wellington community for the last 116 years and appreciate the support from our community. We’d love to welcome you and your whānau this weekend, so book your tickets now.
High Street Lower Hutt.
Department of Education Local history in Schools, Lower Hutt the Pilot.
Happy to be part of the research.
Well loved and tidy A. Taylor & Son, London piano. Recently tuned by professional tuner just over a year ago. Piano tuner said it's still in a good shape with good sound. Some cosmetic chipping on keys as expected of an old piano. We've been using it for music lessons with great … View moreWell loved and tidy A. Taylor & Son, London piano. Recently tuned by professional tuner just over a year ago. Piano tuner said it's still in a good shape with good sound. Some cosmetic chipping on keys as expected of an old piano. We've been using it for music lessons with great results. Got it for free from someone here and passing it on.
Public Meeting: Hutt Hospital Update
Thursday 23 June | 6pm
Boulcott’s Farm
33 Military Road
Lower Hutt
Hutt Hospital update hosted by Ginny Andersen with:
… View morePublic Meeting: Hutt Hospital Update
Thursday 23 June | 6pm
Boulcott’s Farm
33 Military Road
Lower Hutt
Hutt Hospital update hosted by Ginny Andersen with:
- Hon Andrew Little, Minister of Health
- Hon Chris Hipkins, MP for Remutaka
- Hon Meka Whaitiri, MP for Ikaroa-Rawhiti
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