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Ever thought about combining blinds and curtains to make your windows even more stunning and energy smart? If done correctly, combining blinds with curtains can bring magic to your windows providing flexibility for styling and design aesthetics. Combining roller shades or other types of blinds with… View moreEver thought about combining blinds and curtains to make your windows even more stunning and energy smart? If done correctly, combining blinds with curtains can bring magic to your windows providing flexibility for styling and design aesthetics. Combining roller shades or other types of blinds with curtains allows more blocking of light and privacy control while also improving heat loss through your windows.
If you want your windows to perform at their best, we’ve put together a few tips on what you should consider.
1. Begin with the blinds
Consider whether you want Rollershades, Venetian Blinds, Roman Blinds, Timber Shutters, or another type of blind. Shades that move up and down at the window are especially convenient, especially if you’re looking for blinds that move out of the way easily. Curtains and draperies are much more flexible to work with, so getting the blinds right is an important first step.
2. Don’t feel limited by your window size
A simple way to make your windows feel larger is to fit your blinds for your window and then extend the size of your curtains beyond your window frame. We can fit your curtains to the ceiling and have them extend past the frame and down to the floor. This creates the illusion of a larger window, especially when the curtains are closed, but also helps you to maximise on heat retention at the window.
3. Mix not match
Contrasting colors can look great. For example, a dark-coloured Rollershade can look excellent with a lighter colour drape. If you have curtains with prints, a blind in a solid shade that matches one of the colors on the curtains can look dramatic or elegant.
Our reporter Brook Sabin reckons this is one trip every Kiwi should try to do in their lifetime. Read more on the link below. Would you do it?
We had our 2 seater upholstered by Luxxis Upholstery and couldn't believe it was done in one day delivered back to us the next, perfect and a fantastic job. He is very reasonable in price too. Anyone wanting to have upholstery done you will be very pleased with the finished product.
Hi neighbours,
Today, Stuff is launching a campaign to make Matariki a public holiday from 2021.
Plucked from obscurity and given the breath of life, since the turn of the century, Matariki has blossomed into an inclusive, popular event.
Tied to the rising of Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster,… View moreHi neighbours,
Today, Stuff is launching a campaign to make Matariki a public holiday from 2021.
Plucked from obscurity and given the breath of life, since the turn of the century, Matariki has blossomed into an inclusive, popular event.
Tied to the rising of Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster, in the night sky, the festival marks the start of te Mātahi o te tau, the new year.
Once a casualty of colonisation, Matariki’s comeback has fostered greater use of te reo Māori, and recognition for Māori customary practices.
We believe it is past time to officially acknowledge all Matariki stands for in our national calendar. To learn more about Stuff's campaign, click here
The Government has thrown $124 million at reducing the country’s growing waste pile, but not everyone agrees that’s enough.
Local Government NZ says the funding should be matched with a “strategic waste plan”, with the goal for New Zealand to be able to process its own waste onshore.
In … View moreThe Government has thrown $124 million at reducing the country’s growing waste pile, but not everyone agrees that’s enough.
Local Government NZ says the funding should be matched with a “strategic waste plan”, with the goal for New Zealand to be able to process its own waste onshore.
In the last decade, the amount of waste at council landfills has increased by 48 per cent.
To read more, click here.
@mercedesbenzvans_nz are exhibiting at the National Fieldays. We were proud to have been asked to provide a testimonial about our experience with Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. We are grateful to be a part of their community.
As temperatures drop, don't let your heating bills rise. Here's our top tips for keeping your pool heating costs down.
We’ve made big savings from some parts of our budget while adding support for businesses and community groups identified through consultation on our annual plan.
Among other initiatives, we’re offering free on-street parking in the city centre until November to support retailers facing a … View moreWe’ve made big savings from some parts of our budget while adding support for businesses and community groups identified through consultation on our annual plan.
Among other initiatives, we’re offering free on-street parking in the city centre until November to support retailers facing a post-COVID economy.
Funding has been added to our budget for economic development, community services, sustainability, the free parking initiative and other areas identified by the public during consultation.
Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival will present the World Premiere screenings of five New Zealand films this winter for NZIFF At Home - Online available nationwide 24 July - 2 August.
Resene is proud to support this year’s homegrown selection which includes four … View moreWhānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival will present the World Premiere screenings of five New Zealand films this winter for NZIFF At Home - Online available nationwide 24 July - 2 August.
Resene is proud to support this year’s homegrown selection which includes four documentaries and one episodic drama. Plus there are plenty of other films to keep you entertained. Visit online for more information.
Our villages are vibrant communities that offer something for everyone. Be social or enjoy the quiet life, go travelling, join a book club or enjoy the camaraderie of a walking group.
Enjoy the peace of mind that Ryman guarantees with resident-friendly terms, leading innovation, a caring team … View moreOur villages are vibrant communities that offer something for everyone. Be social or enjoy the quiet life, go travelling, join a book club or enjoy the camaraderie of a walking group.
Enjoy the peace of mind that Ryman guarantees with resident-friendly terms, leading innovation, a caring team and care options to suit your needs.
Hello everyone, I am Annie and i m 21 years old. I m a student studying Civil Engineering in Toi-Ohomai. I m still have one paper to finish to complete my Diploma in the next 6 months. I would like to have a part time work during my study, want some social experience in order to help my principal … View moreHello everyone, I am Annie and i m 21 years old. I m a student studying Civil Engineering in Toi-Ohomai. I m still have one paper to finish to complete my Diploma in the next 6 months. I would like to have a part time work during my study, want some social experience in order to help my principal job in personhr future as I have no working history so far. I m sociable and always nice to meet some new people.
If you want more details about me please private message me.👍🏻
Please let me know if you have something!😊
Cheers.
Hi, we have approx 12 concrete garden edgings available free, now out on kerbside, free to whoever wants them. No holds. 4 Manson St, Greerton, Tauranga
THESE HAVE GONE NOW THANKS.
The highlight event of Winter is back – and this year it’s coming right to your own living room!
Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival runs 24 July to 2 August with 79 feature films and seven short film collections from 41 countries screening in the unique At Home – … View moreThe highlight event of Winter is back – and this year it’s coming right to your own living room!
Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival runs 24 July to 2 August with 79 feature films and seven short film collections from 41 countries screening in the unique At Home – Online digital edition. Browse the programme and choose from documentaries, drama, doco-drama, short films, animation and a special programme for kids, and enjoy special filmmaker introductions and Q&As.
Selected films will also screen in 16 cinemas and theatres in eight cities – Auckland, Tauranga, Napier, New Plymouth, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Gore.
L'Arte was cited by Lonely Planet as a "must see". Judi Brennan's unique works of art such as the mosaic outdoor living room & 'Alice's Chair are hand built on location. Following this venue we will travel to Taupo fpr some 'retail therapy', before … View moreL'Arte was cited by Lonely Planet as a "must see". Judi Brennan's unique works of art such as the mosaic outdoor living room & 'Alice's Chair are hand built on location. Following this venue we will travel to Taupo fpr some 'retail therapy', before proceeding to Lava Glass to watch the spectacular art of glass-blowing & enjoying the glass sculpture garden.
COST: Transport & venue costs $65.00pp. (coffee/food costs not included)
Please refer to
smore.com/gh0ev-taupo-l-arte-shopping-lava-glass
Immaculate quality 3bed, 2 bath Mount house
Long term, sunny, Heat pump. Bayfair Drive
$580 p.w.
Ph 0220784007
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