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Laundry day makes your home feel fresh and clean. But maybe not quite as clean as you think.
Laundry stripping is a deep-cleaning trend that has been sweeping the internet for the past several months. The method claims to clean the built-up residues from the fibres of textiles.
The TikTok… View moreLaundry day makes your home feel fresh and clean. But maybe not quite as clean as you think.
Laundry stripping is a deep-cleaning trend that has been sweeping the internet for the past several months. The method claims to clean the built-up residues from the fibres of textiles.
The TikTok user who started the trend soaked her freshly-laundered towels in warm water with a regular laundry detergent, washing soda, and borax – and the water turned dark brown.
The video prompted many of us to wonder whether we’ve been unwittingly nestling into dirty linens our entire lives. Home cleaning enthusiasts have since tried the technique on everything from clothes to rugs and second-hand couch covers.
What laundry stripping does is soak out any leftover detergent, fabric softener, minerals and natural body oils that have collected on the fabric over time. But some cleaning experts say it's unnecessary and brings out more dye than dirt.
So, I decided to test it out on a white duvet cover. I clean my sheets weekly and duvet cover once every couple of months. As a general rule, someone who sleeps in make-up and eats in bed as frequently as I do, shouldn't have white linens. But as a basic white woman in her mid-20s, fashion dictates I must.
The duvet appeared pretty white before going into the laundry strip. The strip wash recipe called for a 1:1:2 ratio mixture of borax, washing soda (sodium carbonate) and laundry detergent.
Borax is available at hardware stores and pharmacists, and the other ingredients you can find in the supermarket.
What I used:
- Greenwoods Washing Soda Crystals: ($4.99 from Countdown)
- Fab laundry liquid Frangipani 1L ($6.00 from Countdown)
- Borax ($10.99 from Bunnings)
To strip laundry, combine borax, washing soda and a regular laundry detergent in a 1:1:2 ratio in hot water.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
This month we’re rolling up our sleeves, putting up our hands, and saying ‘YES’ to giving our time and skills to projects that make Aotearoa a better place to live.
As a mostly volunteer-led organisation, our members know first hand the value and impact that a single volunteer can make in … View moreThis month we’re rolling up our sleeves, putting up our hands, and saying ‘YES’ to giving our time and skills to projects that make Aotearoa a better place to live.
As a mostly volunteer-led organisation, our members know first hand the value and impact that a single volunteer can make in our communities. Imagine then how much can be achieved when several volunteers or even an entire street or neighbourhood decide to work together to achieve the same goal!
Whether you plan to coordinate your own volunteer driven activity, take part in one that’s already been setup, participate in National Volunteer Week (20-26 June), or simply show your own volunteers some extra love this month, know that every bit of effort to give back is a priceless investment in all of our futures.
Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re getting involved this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:
info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz
Pink, red, yellow, climbing, rambling, oh so beautiful they are. New Zealand's rose breeders and specialist nurseries have such a treat for you. Pictured here is 'My Sweetheart' from Matthews Nurseries, and there's lots more. Sit back and enjoy.
The days are getting shorter and wetter. Winter is a few weeks away. To help get Winter ready keep your drainage flowing properly on your property. Take some time to make sure that drains and gutters are free from debris.
Maintaining your existing drainage solutions and freeing them from any … View moreThe days are getting shorter and wetter. Winter is a few weeks away. To help get Winter ready keep your drainage flowing properly on your property. Take some time to make sure that drains and gutters are free from debris.
Maintaining your existing drainage solutions and freeing them from any build-up of natural debris (such as grass, weeds, summer growth, fallen leaves and silt) on your property is essential during this time of the year.
If you have any questions or need help with drainage solutions, give us a call. We're a local family business and here to help.
While we whinge about plastic wheelie bins, show your age and tell the young folk what this is and what you used it for PLEASE.
2pm Sunday 6 June 2021 at Paper Plus 228 High St Lower Hutt
Queens Birthday Weekend.
Book on TAITA by Lower Hutt author Sandra Greig.
History of the 1840 Village until current.
Photos, sketches, Urupa in back of old Hotel grounds.
On sale after 2pm 6/6/21 at Paper Plus with their new Manager.
Hi, my mum has 30+ years of experience in sewing and is currently making custom curtains from home. Happy to come in and do measurements ourselves and all you have to do is supply the fabric. She makes sheers and normal curtains. Please PM for quotes if you are interested :)
Talofa lava, this week is Vaiaso o le Gagana Sāmoa (Sāmoan Language Week). We've got some fabulous events on at Hutt City Libraries for your whole ‘āiga to enjoy. See our highlights below or check out our website for all the events.
Storytime with Dahlia Malaeulu
Taita Library | Tuesday … View moreTalofa lava, this week is Vaiaso o le Gagana Sāmoa (Sāmoan Language Week). We've got some fabulous events on at Hutt City Libraries for your whole ‘āiga to enjoy. See our highlights below or check out our website for all the events.
Storytime with Dahlia Malaeulu
Taita Library | Tuesday 1 June, 11am
Dahlia joined us for a community launch of her 7 latest stories over the weekend and will be back to share stories and songs with us at this special storytime.
Valugā Popo (Coconut Grating)
Naenae Library | Wednesday 2 June, 12pm
Join Josh Tele’a and Vee Samoa as they show you how to grate coconuts, Sāmoan style! Come give it a go!
Movies Screenings: Three Wise Cousins
Wainuiomata Library | Saturday 5 June, 2pm
Naenae Library | Sunday 6 June, 2pm
Bring your 'āiga for a free screening of Three Wise Cousins [PG] in the Library thanks to M2S1 Films.
Dear neighbours,
It's taken seven years, but it was worth the wait. Have you tried them?
Thrive Pilates is coming to Petone with a range of reformer classes!
www.thrivepilates.nz...
We are currently looking for local teachers.
Get in touch if you would like to know more about the classes or teaching opportunities.
Telephone : 022 509 7293
Email : petone@thrivepilates.nz
RiverLink is a partnership between Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington, and Waka Kotahi who are working collaboratively with Taranaki Whānui ki te Upoko o te Ika and Ngāti Toa Rangatira as mana whenua to deliver flood protection, … View moreRiverLink is a partnership between Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington, and Waka Kotahi who are working collaboratively with Taranaki Whānui ki te Upoko o te Ika and Ngāti Toa Rangatira as mana whenua to deliver flood protection, revitalising Lower Hutt’s central city, and Melling transport improvements.
Rina Sahay from Naenae
I am waiting for a cataract surgery in mid July i work at Glover St and live in Naenae would like a ride to work and back ,start at 8.30 and finish at 4 pm /sadly cant drive when it starts to get dark and the other eye starting to get cataract too which is affecting the vison… View moreRina Sahay from Naenae
I am waiting for a cataract surgery in mid July i work at Glover St and live in Naenae would like a ride to work and back ,start at 8.30 and finish at 4 pm /sadly cant drive when it starts to get dark and the other eye starting to get cataract too which is affecting the vison
if anyone can … please text 0273921971
Charlie is a five year old poodle cross bichon who lives in Miramar. He belongs to Carol Colgate of Miramar and does therapy with cancer patients at Mary Potter Hospice and also visits Te Hopai Resthome. Charlie has a very gentle nature and the patients love him.
Remember if you want your pet … View moreCharlie is a five year old poodle cross bichon who lives in Miramar. He belongs to Carol Colgate of Miramar and does therapy with cancer patients at Mary Potter Hospice and also visits Te Hopai Resthome. Charlie has a very gentle nature and the patients love him.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
I realise it is not Wednesday but on such a special day, I thought I would ask Neighbourly users for their memories.
Did you ever meet him or do you have a story about our greatest New Zealander?
This week we feature a picture and words from Rosa Marie from Stokes Valley.
"A visit to Silverstream yesterday afternoon to see if I could find some kingfishers and I was rewarded by the sight of several of them on powerlines, swooping down to grab tasty morsels, but couldn't get close … View moreThis week we feature a picture and words from Rosa Marie from Stokes Valley.
"A visit to Silverstream yesterday afternoon to see if I could find some kingfishers and I was rewarded by the sight of several of them on powerlines, swooping down to grab tasty morsels, but couldn't get close enough to any of them to get decent shots so these photos are heavily cropped. At one point a kingfisher was sharing his line with a huge group of Starlings! I loved watching the two magpies displaying teamwork when tearing at a clump of grasses! As I walked through St Pats, the sparrows were enjoying a dustbath!"
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