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1603 days ago

Roller blind won’t go up and down straight? Here's how to fix it yourself.

Robert Anderson from

t's about time we shared one of our best kept not-so-secrets....

A common problem with roller screens or roller blinds is that they start tracking to one side and eventually will wear away the side of the blind curtain with the threads causing a problem in the mechanism.

The reason can … View more
t's about time we shared one of our best kept not-so-secrets....

A common problem with roller screens or roller blinds is that they start tracking to one side and eventually will wear away the side of the blind curtain with the threads causing a problem in the mechanism.

The reason can be that the material has stretched or has moved on the blind shaft. Things like insects or stray bits of stuff can be wrapped up in the roll as the blind is rolled up.

The first thing to do is to make sure there is no foreign objects or insects rolled into the roll and make sure the blind is attached to the roller properly. Do this by rolling the blind down to its full extent and checking.

If the sides are damaged you should make sure any loose threads etc are cleared and you can trim the damaged side with a sharp pair of scissors. To do this remove the blind from the brackets.

Many of the blinds have a spring loaded pin at the end opposite the chain. This spring is retracted by turning the knurled wheel either up or down till the spring is retracted. The blind can then be removed by lowering it and sliding it off the other bracket. The more level the blind the easier to remove from the other bracket. Sometimes it will come down leaving the drive still there. If so, all you need to do is remove the drive and replace in the shaft.
Some blinds have lift up out of bracket ends or plastic roller pins that need a small screw driver to remove.

Some blinds are a spring loaded one end and have a lift up attachment on the other end.
(If you are not sure how, Google, “taking down roller blind shades” and you will find a video for the type you have.)

Hint here, ensure the blind is rolled up before removing. Lay the blind on a table or floor and trim.

Roll the blind up again.
Reinstall the blind.

When doing that make sure that when you fit the drive end back onto the bracket, that the cover over the chain wheel is at the top so the chain can run properly (It should be in the 11 – 1 position.), and that the chain is free. The spring pin should just push up into its bracket. If it is a bit tight you can use the wheel to wind the spring in and then you can let the pin out once in position.

Roll the blind up and down several times.
If the blind is rolling to one side then you can adjust this.

Let the blind right down till you can see the where the fabric is fastened to the roll shaft.
What you need to do is to put a strip of masking tape on the roller shaft, where the material is attached, at the end that you want the blind to roll back too. i.e. the opposite end to the way it rolls across to now.

Depending on the width of the blind a strip 100-150 mm will be long enough for a blind up to a meter wide but for a wider blind you can put a strip 250-300mm long.

Try rolling up the blind and if it is still rolling to the side then you can add another strip the same size on top of the first one. Add more strips as necessary. Simple stuff to do.


Article with Pictures: curtaincleaners.co.nz...

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1604 days ago

Looking for a plumber

Tania from Naenae

Hi neighbours, I'm looking for a plumber to replace an outside tap, and to relocate our 2nd outside tap. Possible replace galvanised pipework from under the house as well. Asap.

1604 days ago

Hello neighbours!

Wellington Seamarket

Our team at Wellington Seamarket has started doing contactless home deliveries for fresh fish and frozen seafood products.

If you would like to get some fresh fish for dinner tomorrow night you can order here.

Our fish comes in daily from fishermen around Wellington and collaborators around … View more
Our team at Wellington Seamarket has started doing contactless home deliveries for fresh fish and frozen seafood products.

If you would like to get some fresh fish for dinner tomorrow night you can order here.

Our fish comes in daily from fishermen around Wellington and collaborators around the country (such as Barnes Wild Oyster for Bluff Oysters).

Our goal is to get the fish prepared and delivered to your door within 24 hours of it hitting the deck!

We deliver Monday to Friday, and cover the bottom half of the North Island (Wellington to Palmerston North).
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1604 days ago

We are still Open for Business

High Street Health Hub

We are open from 8.00 am – 6.00 pm, Monday to Friday, for video and phone consultations. If required, we are also offering limited face to face consultations.

New enrolments are welcome during this time. For our enrolled patients, we offer medical advice as well as flu jabs whether eligible … View more
We are open from 8.00 am – 6.00 pm, Monday to Friday, for video and phone consultations. If required, we are also offering limited face to face consultations.

New enrolments are welcome during this time. For our enrolled patients, we offer medical advice as well as flu jabs whether eligible or non-funded.

If you are feeling unwell, please phone us on 04 555 4450 and one of our friendly team will assist you.

577 High Street, Boulcott, Lower Hutt
Phone: 04 555 4450

Email: info@highstreethealth.nz
Website: www.highstreethealth.nz
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1617 days ago

Looking for Deep Tissue Massage, Beauty Therapist

Betty from Naenae

We are looking for a qualified deep tissue massage and/or beauty therapist who can work 1-3 days in our salon part time, including Saturday, starting 6th June 2020. Or we can train the best candidate if you believe you are a hard worker and can perform Deep Tissue massage. If you know anyone, … View moreWe are looking for a qualified deep tissue massage and/or beauty therapist who can work 1-3 days in our salon part time, including Saturday, starting 6th June 2020. Or we can train the best candidate if you believe you are a hard worker and can perform Deep Tissue massage. If you know anyone, please let her to txt or email us her CV if she is interested.
027-9525822
Beautiful Aromas Massage Waxing Boutique
4 Judd cres, naenae, Lower Hutt, Wellington

1604 days ago

Crazy travel deals for Kiwis

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

If you've ever wanted to travel NZ, now is the time. These deals are incredible value.

1604 days ago

We're here to help with all your window & door repair, maintenance and security needs!

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Hi Neighbours!

If your windows & doors are in need of some TLC, our team is fully operational and able to help you during Alert Level 2 :)

We are following stringent health & safety protocols to ensure the safety of all our customers and teams.
Head to our dedicated Covid-19 updates page … View more
Hi Neighbours!

If your windows & doors are in need of some TLC, our team is fully operational and able to help you during Alert Level 2 :)

We are following stringent health & safety protocols to ensure the safety of all our customers and teams.
Head to our dedicated Covid-19 updates page for information on our Alert Level 2 H&S procedures:

www.exceed.co.nz...

#uniteagainstcovid19
#alertlevel2 #playitsafe #keepyourdistance #bekind
#takecareofoneanother #NZ
#supportlocal

From your local Exceed team - we fix windows & doors -
www.exceed.co.nz...

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1604 days ago

New Customer Massage Special In Beautiful Aromas (Neighbourly Special Only)

Betty from Beautiful Aromas Massage & Waxing Boutique

New Customer First Visit: $60 For 1 hour OR $80 For 90mins Aromatherapy Massage
(Mention: " Neighbourly" to get this deal till Dec 2020)
Welcome to prebook from 5th June 2020, we are reopen after lockdown.



Beautiful Aromas Massage Waxing Boutique
027-9525822
4 Judd Cres, … View more
New Customer First Visit: $60 For 1 hour OR $80 For 90mins Aromatherapy Massage
(Mention: " Neighbourly" to get this deal till Dec 2020)
Welcome to prebook from 5th June 2020, we are reopen after lockdown.



Beautiful Aromas Massage Waxing Boutique
027-9525822
4 Judd Cres, Naenae, Lower Hutt
www.beautifularomas.co... Or www.Facebook.com...

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1604 days ago

Harnessing tech to improve learning outcomes

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

By harnessing online learning to blend tech features with traditional teaching methods, students’ progress can be easily tracked and feedback can be given instantly. Read on to learn how an encouraging environment established within NumberWorks’nWords centres has been perfected and can be … View moreBy harnessing online learning to blend tech features with traditional teaching methods, students’ progress can be easily tracked and feedback can be given instantly. Read on to learn how an encouraging environment established within NumberWorks’nWords centres has been perfected and can be applied to students’ daily learning, so that when they finish their studies, they are more motivated than ever.

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1604 days ago

The masked investigators

The Team from Wellington Water

200 meters off-road a stormwater sump overflows and makes a public walking track impassable.

A call goes out.

That call is answered. Tools are carried into the hills of Belmont, the sump cleared of blocked silt, and the track made safe again.

The masked investigators strike again.

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1604 days ago

'Mum and dad' landlords affected by law changes

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.

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1605 days ago

Nominate a favourite local for a Local Like!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View more
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
Nominate now

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1605 days ago

Mission Feedback – Join the conversation

Mission Feedback

As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand … View more
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?

Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Join now

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