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Suede couches add a timeless elegance to homes. They are nice to look at, comfortable, and fuzzy. They are also quite a large investment, which is why it can be so upsetting to either watch a stain being formed or find a dried food stain.
A lot of people assume that suede, and faux-suede, are … View moreSuede couches add a timeless elegance to homes. They are nice to look at, comfortable, and fuzzy. They are also quite a large investment, which is why it can be so upsetting to either watch a stain being formed or find a dried food stain.
A lot of people assume that suede, and faux-suede, are difficult to clean due to their fuzziness, but this could not be further from the truth. In this article, we will show you how to protect your couch and how to remove some common stains but, before that, it is good to understand what suede is.
What is Suede?
Suede is a soft, supple type of leather made from the underside of an animal and is mostly used for creating bags, shoes, clothing, and furniture. The warm and fuzzy texture of suede comes from all of the small, raised fibres (or nap), which cover the outside of the leather.
What is Suedette?
Suedette is a man-made alternative to natural suede. It is usually made from cotton or rayon, which has been given a suede finish. This is a great option for those that want the look of suede without using animal products or for those on a budget.
How to clean a suede couch
Cleaning a delicate fabric like suede may seem like a nightmare but, with a little bit of care and attention, you can keep your couch-stain free and protect it from most of the wear and tear caused by daily life. Follow the instructions below to find out what you’ll need, as well as how to clean suede.
Before you start
• Use an upholstery cleaner specifically for suede;
• Always refer to the manufacturer’s care instructions before cleaning;
• Make sure that the room your suede couch is in is well ventilated; open windows and turn on any fans;
• Use a painter’s face mask if it is difficult to air the room, or if you’re worried about the aerosol cleaner;
• If you have a new couch or are trying out a new cleaning spray, always test the product in an unseen area to make sure that your chosen cleaner does not affect the suede.
Things you will need
• Furniture cleaner for suede;
• A suede napping brush (these can be found at most shoe shops);
• A suede rubbing cloth;
• A vacuum cleaner;
• Brown gum eraser or a suede eraser;
• A dry sponge;
• Optional – a waterproofing spray or stain repellent; although these are optional they can help protect your couch for longer.
Weekly cleaning tasks: Cleaning a suede couch can be a daunting task, especially if has not been cleaned in a while, but maintaining that beautiful couch can be made a lot easier if you include it in your weekly cleaning schedule...
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Kiaora everyone, Our organisation is looking for 2 copies of the Sunday star times please, Can pick up locally. Had a couple of our staff in an article.
Contact REAP Phone 06 374 6565
Mon 8th March & Tues 9th MArch
9am - 3pm Cost $150.00 (subsidy may be available)
Get to know the ngahere (bush), identify the native plants and trees and learn the tikanga for harvesting.
Everyone deserves a warm, comfortable home.
See if you’re eligible for free insulation and 90% off heaters with a Warmer Kiwi Homes grant.
For more details visit WarmerKiwiHomes.govt.nz
Hi all,
Met up with a friend at the Focal point cafe on cuba st, we were very impressed at the food and pricing, do yourself a favour and go have a look, food stunning... sharing my positive experiences.
Looking for an activity that you or your family can do together this winter?
Try Indoor Bowls
Russel Street club meets on Tuesday evenings and Russel Street School from 7:30 to 9:30pm.
Ring Rodger Scoones for more information. 3551791
Come along to Pukaha National Wildlife Centre for an awesome day out for the children. Kids Scavenger hunt, Spot Prizes with a prize draw to win a family membership pass. Free kids nature activity book with entry.
Sat 6th March, Sun 7th March 9am - 6pm
6th March 9.00am - 2.00pm
A & P Showgrounds
Listen to local talent, Teddy Bears picnic, sausage sizzle, water play, competitions, horse rides, barrel train, bubbles, face painting and so much more.
Good morning!!! and isn't a beauty here in Palmy North today.
This is a friendly reminder to get your $15 order in - cut off is Monday at midnight. Ordering instructions are attached to this notice.
This is what we anticipate will be in this weeks order:
Potato
Lettuce cos
Carrots … View moreGood morning!!! and isn't a beauty here in Palmy North today.
This is a friendly reminder to get your $15 order in - cut off is Monday at midnight. Ordering instructions are attached to this notice.
This is what we anticipate will be in this weeks order:
Potato
Lettuce cos
Carrots small
Tomato
Pumpkin
Oranges
Royal Gala
Banana
Very nice selection here.
Have a lovely Saturday 🙂
Hi, you may have seen my other post about this show and my friend not being able to get a refund on her tickets for the Palmy show.
I just heard this show being advertised on the radio, not mentioning Palmy, but on the internet it has the dates for all the other shows around NZ. Does anyone know … View moreHi, you may have seen my other post about this show and my friend not being able to get a refund on her tickets for the Palmy show.
I just heard this show being advertised on the radio, not mentioning Palmy, but on the internet it has the dates for all the other shows around NZ. Does anyone know why Palmy was cancelled? Seems strange that she cannot get refunded, yet the other shows are going ahead 😕
It's been heartwarming to hear stories from across the North Island of people taking others into their home and sharing a cup of tea together or fixing them a meal.
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Hi folks,
My colleague Jo is writing a story about buying by tender, specifically, the new trend of writing letters to the vendor to explain why they should pick your offer over all the rest.
As the market gets harder and harder to break into, we've been hearing more and more about people … View moreHi folks,
My colleague Jo is writing a story about buying by tender, specifically, the new trend of writing letters to the vendor to explain why they should pick your offer over all the rest.
As the market gets harder and harder to break into, we've been hearing more and more about people trying to make a personal connection with vendors to give their tender offers the edge. We've heard folks will include personal details about their family, why the love the house and what their plans for the property are.
Jo would love to talk to anyone who's written a letter like this to accompany a tender - perhaps it's you, perhaps a relative or friend - or from vendors who've received letters like this, accompanying a tender.
Perhaps you asked for such letters?
We'd love to hear more about that experience for you and how it shaped the way the sale went.
You can reach out to jo here (she'll be joining the Neighbourly neighbourhood soon!) or via our email: homed@stuff.co.nz.
Looking forward to hearing your stories.
Looking for someone to sandblast, fix and powdercoat two of these garden ornamentd please
Thanks in advance
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