Maungaraki, Lower Hutt

836 days ago

What is Fabric Pilling?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Whilst it can be unsightly, pilling is not a fabric defect or flaw.

You’ve no doubt had clothing, furniture or blankets that have developed ‘pills’ over time, or little lint balls, that can make the fabric look worn. This undesired texture is caused by loose or broken fabric fibres that … View more
Whilst it can be unsightly, pilling is not a fabric defect or flaw.

You’ve no doubt had clothing, furniture or blankets that have developed ‘pills’ over time, or little lint balls, that can make the fabric look worn. This undesired texture is caused by loose or broken fabric fibres that rise to the surface and knot together after being rubbed or subjected to any friction. The loose fibres that are bunched into balls also bring in strands that are still secured to the fabric itself, thus the balls stick around on the exterior. Even though people are dismayed to see pilling on their items, understanding fabric pilling helps to prevent and remove these bothersome balls.

Causes of Fabric Pilling
What does it mean when fabric is pilling? Pilling is a result of normal wear and tear that causes friction on the fabric. Simply wearing clothes, using your couch or otherwise rubbing up against the material gives the possibility of pilling. Washing and drying clothes or fabric can also speed up the pilling process as it causes multiple surfaces to rub together fairly quickly and for a long period of time.

Sometimes you can have pilling that differs in colour to the base fabric as multiple coloured fibres have migrated and twisted together. Although not desired, a little decorative perhaps?

Pilling is more noticeable on synthetic fibres. This is mainly because natural fabrics shed loose fibres easily and naturally slip away so they tend to not become matted into balls. However, synthetic fibres are extremely strong, so it will pill and then remain strongly attached to the fabric.

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

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836 days ago

Your children are amazing!

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Every child is unique. At NumberWorks'nWords, we know that your child is amazing already. We just help them prove it, so that they shine when it's their time! ?

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836 days ago

Old Hutt Photos

Sandra from Normandale

Travellers Rest Hotel at Taita Lower Hutt NZ.

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836 days ago

What would you add to this list of budget-boosting crops?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Have you grown these veges and fruits, and what's on your list of money savers and budget boosters?

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837 days ago

Jane Nicholson of Aroha Pataka Naenae HCC award

Sandra from Normandale

Award winner Community Hutt City Council our very own Jane Nicholson who runs Aroha Pataka out of her carport.
Often seen informing you of the items free for collection.
WELL DONE Jane you so deserved this award.
Jane third from left with her plaque.

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837 days ago

Wanted please free clean Egg cartons for children 's garden project

Lily from Woburn

Hi Everyone,

Any free clean egg cartons with lids please for young children learning to grow and nuture new winter seedlings. Any donations be greatly appreciated thanks so much!!!

Can pick up
Please leave contact details in my pm thanks 😊

Free

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837 days ago

Free L shape wooden desk

Richelle from Korokoro

Big L shaped wooden desk searching for a new home. You must pick up from the 1st floor of our building in Hutt Central. No lift in the building. We also have 2 mobiles (filing cabinets) for free if you are interested.
Desk Dimensions: 1800cm x 1900cm

Free

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837 days ago

Free mobiles

Richelle from Korokoro

We have 2 mobiles (filing cabinets) for a new home. They don't have keys. You must pick up from the 1st floor in Hutt Central. No lift in the building. We also have a big L shaped desk to give away, and whoever takes this desk will have priority to get these mobiles.
Dimension: 60cm x 51cm

Free

837 days ago

Old Hutt Photos

Sandra from Normandale

Riddiford Baths next to HCC and Library. How cool was that diving board and the sunshine.

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840 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"So cool to see a bellbird (Anthornis melanura), aka korimako, today. I can't remember the last one I saw - possibly around Christmas time, when I snapped one in red mistletoe at Mt Ruapehu. My daughter actually spotted this guy. "Mum, look, … View more
Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"So cool to see a bellbird (Anthornis melanura), aka korimako, today. I can't remember the last one I saw - possibly around Christmas time, when I snapped one in red mistletoe at Mt Ruapehu. My daughter actually spotted this guy. "Mum, look, what's that bird that looks like an almost ripe avocado with a beak."

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838 days ago

Old Hutt photos

Sandra from Normandale

Once upon a time Hutt River had 7 dredging business along the river.

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839 days ago

Old Hutt Photos

Sandra from Normandale

Traffic jams are nothing new.

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840 days ago
842 days ago

Tirohanga Kereru

Phil from Tirohanga

Outside our window...

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840 days ago

Love your compost? Pimp it up to win great prizes for your garden!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View more
Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).

So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.

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