916 days ago

Do Curtains Help to Keep Much Heat Inside Your Home?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North

Do you feel like you’re losing heat from your rooms in the winter months no matter how high you crank the heater? Using the right curtains will result in a warmer, healthier home, and savings on your energy bill.

Are curtains good for insulation?
- Absolutely. Curtains reduce the amount of air exchange between a cold window and the rest of the room. For keeping heat inside the home, high quality curtains can reduce heat loss by around 40%, particularly if they are floor length and close to the wall and window panes. The insulation efficiency depends on the fabric type (closed or open weave), colour and weight.

While double-glazing is another effective method of preventing heat loss from windows, curtains and drapes can also make a room look and feel cosier when it’s cold outside, particularly if you choose plush or heavy fabrics.

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

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More messages from your neighbours
5 hours ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

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Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 42.3% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    42.3% Complete
  • 56.7% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    56.7% Complete
  • 1% Other - I'll share below
    1% Complete
201 votes
16 hours ago

Can you crack Today’s neighbourhood conundrum?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Without a bridle or a saddle, across a thing, I ride a-straddle. And those I ride, by help of me, though almost blind, are made to see. What am I?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

Want to stop seeing riddles in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.

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1 hour ago

Childcare Available

Tracey from Feilding

Hello 👋 I have a FULL TIME (30+ hours) available now in my Home-Based care in Feilding due to a child relocating. I currently have 3 other's in care and am set up for babies/infants. We have many subsidies available, should you qualify, as well as the 20 hours free ECE for 3 and 4 year olds. I have 27 years experience and I provide quality care and learning in a safe, happy and nurturing environment. Basic TeReo and New Zealand Sign Language are taught as well. Weekly outings are limited because of Covid but can include Playgroup, visits with other Educator's, The Library, and outdoor walks and parks depending on the weather. I also get children ready for School, name writing, ABC and number recognition. I am Police checked, fully qualified, and have my Level 4 in Early Childhood Education. Message me privately if you would like to know more, you're welcome to come for a visit and we can discuss your needs. Thanks, Tracey 😁