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Roman Blinds are one of the most popular blind styles available on the market today, but interestingly, their origins started rather differently to how we know it today…
Created more than 2,000 years ago in Rome (surprise, surprise!), essentially the concept of the Roman blind still remains the … View moreRoman Blinds are one of the most popular blind styles available on the market today, but interestingly, their origins started rather differently to how we know it today…
Created more than 2,000 years ago in Rome (surprise, surprise!), essentially the concept of the Roman blind still remains the same today – to provide a simple solution to an everyday problem.
Introduced to The Eternal City in the ancient times, during the construction of the Colosseum, the Roman blind was invented out of pure necessity. Dust was constantly kicked up from the horse-drawn carriages and masonry remnants from the creation of the Colosseum, which was a nuisance and a huge inconvenience when windows were opened. Therefore, hanging a damp cloth from the windows seemed a natural solution to stop the dust from entering the home.
Once the blind (damp cloth) was well established in the home, it was soon discovered that as well as keeping the dust outside, it was also very useful in protecting against the very hot, Mediterranean sun and keeping their homes cooler.
The Romans are known for their love of elaborate decorations and the development of the Roman blind confirms this. They soon turned the damp cloths into ornate furnishing, with various patterns and colours to choose from, and once this was well established in the homes of many Romans, it became widespread throughout the whole Empire.
Following this, the strip of material then incorporated a drawstring, in order to lower and raise the blind as and when needed. The most common design of cord slats that interlinked is typical of Roman creativity, which came much earlier than even the simplistic roller blind.
Roman blinds remain a popular choice in modern homes. They’re available in a wide variety of styles and may be made from a range of materials, including bamboo, hemp, silk, reinforced cotton and other fabrics.
Roman blinds should be deep cleaned periodically. Unfortunately, they’re heavy and unwieldy to work with – and that’s where we come in. We can clean and repair your roman blinds – see out website if you’re interested in finding out more.
Dear neighbours,
Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.
Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? … View moreDear neighbours,
Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.
Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today, and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.
Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of … View moreAuckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield.
On Sunday night Auckland would move down to level 2. The rest of the country would stay at level 2.
Ardern said the rest of the country needed to stay at an elevated alert level to mitigate the risk of cases leaving Auckland when interregional travel resumed. Click here to read more.
I am looking to buy a kiln, if anyone know of one that is sitting in the corner of a garage I would be interested
Sometimes after a really cold night, water condenses on the windows and walls.
Wipe off any water that has collected (condensation) on walls and on the inside of windows so the house doesn’t stay cold and damp, or start to grow mould.
Damp air is more expensive to heat, dry air is easier and … View moreSometimes after a really cold night, water condenses on the windows and walls.
Wipe off any water that has collected (condensation) on walls and on the inside of windows so the house doesn’t stay cold and damp, or start to grow mould.
Damp air is more expensive to heat, dry air is easier and cheaper to heat.
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Hey there Neighbours!
Below are the contents of each Food{Together} box available this Thursday the 27th of August for pick-up or delivery.
Orders must be in by midnight (Monday) TONIGHT.
This weeks $40 Whanau box includes:
Broccoli, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Carrots, Red Onions, Beans,
… View moreHey there Neighbours!
Below are the contents of each Food{Together} box available this Thursday the 27th of August for pick-up or delivery.
Orders must be in by midnight (Monday) TONIGHT.
This weeks $40 Whanau box includes:
Broccoli, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Carrots, Red Onions, Beans,
Capsicum, Bananas, Oranges, Kiwifruit Gold
This weeks $25 Kai box includes:
Broccoli, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Carrots, Red Onions, Beans, Bananas, Oranges, Kiwifruit Gold
This weeks $15 Value Box includes:
Broccoli, Lettuce, Carrots, Potato, Apples, Oranges
Order now at www.foodtogether.co.nz....
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Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!
Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our fun spot prizes.
Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe … View moreTell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!
Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our fun spot prizes.
Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way, we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this father's day.
Entries close 6 September 2020. Winner will be notified by email. Prize includes $1000 Resene voucher and other goodies from Resene.
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.
Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance.
It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.
Get… View moreNow you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.
Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance.
It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.
Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to fallsfree.co.nz and follow the easy
instructions.
Hi neighbours, Can you please recommend a business that replaces conservatory roofs? Thank you.
Hey neighbours,
One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Manawatu.
We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.
Celebrate their impact and … View moreHey neighbours,
One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Manawatu.
We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.
Celebrate their impact and nominate them before Sunday 30 August.
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Commmunity outbreak in NZ just announced!
They had one job at the border....one job!
Hey neighbours,
The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Manawatu's Local Hero.
Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show Taranaki that you have more good sorts than them!
Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank New … View moreHey neighbours,
The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Manawatu's Local Hero.
Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show Taranaki that you have more good sorts than them!
Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year. Who's it going to be Manawatu?
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Painting with Light - INFRARED photography exhibition by Cath Kelley
22nd Aug – 9th Sept
Feilding and District Art Society, 104 Manchester St, Feilding
Hours: Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday 10am –
2pm
Be sure to drop into the Feilding and District Art Society over the … View morePainting with Light - INFRARED photography exhibition by Cath Kelley
22nd Aug – 9th Sept
Feilding and District Art Society, 104 Manchester St, Feilding
Hours: Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday 10am –
2pm
Be sure to drop into the Feilding and District Art Society over the next 2 weeks to check out local artist Cath Kelley's exhibition Painting with Light. Her infrared photographs capture everyday scenes and objects and give them a sense of other-worldliness that is truely breath taking.
To find out more about Cath, her work and infrared photography, please see her website: www.cathkelley.co.nz...
Heat Pumps are the most popular form of fixed heating available in New Zealand.
Find out tips that will save you money when using your Heat Pump.
Use colourful wallpaper samples and your favourite Resene colour to update a tired old piece of furniture.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create your own
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