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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.
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This listing is for an Indonesian oil painting. It was purchased back around 2003/2004. It has the painters signature and is dated '98.
Dimensions:
930mm (l) x 640mm (h)
This listing is for the pictured credenza/sideboard/cabinet. It is a beautiful piece and expertly finished. We believe it to be made of Acacia wood (not 100% as not experts) and was purchased in Vietnam 6+ years ago. Unfortunately there is no space in my parents new home for this.
Price:$550 … View moreThis listing is for the pictured credenza/sideboard/cabinet. It is a beautiful piece and expertly finished. We believe it to be made of Acacia wood (not 100% as not experts) and was purchased in Vietnam 6+ years ago. Unfortunately there is no space in my parents new home for this.
Price:$550 o.n.o.
Dimensions:
1995mm (l) x 770mm (h) x 470mm (d)
-Gap is 135mm (h)
This listing is for the pictured round table with carving around edge. This was purchased in Vietnam 6+ years ago, not sure of the wood type.
Dimensions:
500mm diameter (top)
550mm (h)
This listing is for the pictured bedside table (there is an identical pair listed separately). They were purchased in Indonesia at least 20 years ago.
Price: $75 o.n.o.
Dimensions:
550mm (w) x 445mm (d) x 545mm (h)
-Drawer dimensions: 450mm (w) x 115mm (h) x 380mm (d)
Due to it being… View moreThis listing is for the pictured bedside table (there is an identical pair listed separately). They were purchased in Indonesia at least 20 years ago.
Price: $75 o.n.o.
Dimensions:
550mm (w) x 445mm (d) x 545mm (h)
-Drawer dimensions: 450mm (w) x 115mm (h) x 380mm (d)
Due to it being handmade and age there are some small imperfections, but otherwise it is in good condition.
This table has 2 chips (as pictured):
- One is on the front on the left side of the drawer
- Another is on the rear left leg (the wood sliver was recovered so could be glued back in place).
This listing is for the pictured set of bedside tables (there is a third identical one listed separately). They were purchased in Indonesia at least 20 years ago.
Dimensions:
550mm (w) x 445mm (d) x 545mm (h)
-Drawer dimensions: 450mm (w) x 115mm (h) x 380mm (d)
Due to these being … View moreThis listing is for the pictured set of bedside tables (there is a third identical one listed separately). They were purchased in Indonesia at least 20 years ago.
Dimensions:
550mm (w) x 445mm (d) x 545mm (h)
-Drawer dimensions: 450mm (w) x 115mm (h) x 380mm (d)
Due to these being handmade and age there are some small imperfections, but otherwise they are in good condition.
This listing is for the pictured chest of drawers. Excellent condition and has been refurbished in one drawer (pictured) by previous owner (family member). It is inlaid and made of walnut. We think it dates back to the 1940's.
Price: $350 o.n.o.
Dimensions:
770mm (l) x 400mm (w) x … View moreThis listing is for the pictured chest of drawers. Excellent condition and has been refurbished in one drawer (pictured) by previous owner (family member). It is inlaid and made of walnut. We think it dates back to the 1940's.
Price: $350 o.n.o.
Dimensions:
770mm (l) x 400mm (w) x 965mm (h)
- Riser: 55mm (h)
- Drawer: 260mm (d)
This listing is for the pictured bookshelf only. It is a beautiful piece and expertly finished. We believe it to be made of Acacia wood (not 100% sure though as not experts) and it was purchased in Vietnam. Unfortunately my parents new home does not accomodate this items height, which is upsetting… View moreThis listing is for the pictured bookshelf only. It is a beautiful piece and expertly finished. We believe it to be made of Acacia wood (not 100% sure though as not experts) and it was purchased in Vietnam. Unfortunately my parents new home does not accomodate this items height, which is upsetting to my mother. Hoping to find it a new home where it can be appreciated.
Dimensions:
2205mm (h) x 495mm (w) x 320mm (d)
Shelf height in order from top to bottom:
- 320mm (h)
- 315mm (h)
- 375mm (h)
- 320mm (h)
- 315mm (h)
- 305mm (h)
Shelf depth: 305mm
This listing is for the pictured teak chest of drawers. This was purchased in Indonesia. There is some wear and tear from use and moving as it is 17+ years old. All damage is pictured.
Price: $125 o.n.o
Dimensions:
- Chest: 775mm (l) x 430mm (w) x 770mm (h)
- Drawers: 270mm (w) x 355mm … View moreThis listing is for the pictured teak chest of drawers. This was purchased in Indonesia. There is some wear and tear from use and moving as it is 17+ years old. All damage is pictured.
Price: $125 o.n.o
Dimensions:
- Chest: 775mm (l) x 430mm (w) x 770mm (h)
- Drawers: 270mm (w) x 355mm (l) x 235mm (d)
This listing is for the pictured foyer/hall table with matching mirror. The table has a coconut inlay the length in the middle, and the mirror's frame is coconut inlay as well. This was purchased in Vietnam about 10 years ago and not sure of the wood type. The mirror actually needs to hang on … View moreThis listing is for the pictured foyer/hall table with matching mirror. The table has a coconut inlay the length in the middle, and the mirror's frame is coconut inlay as well. This was purchased in Vietnam about 10 years ago and not sure of the wood type. The mirror actually needs to hang on the wall, it doesn't attach to the table.
Price: $200 o.n.o.
Dimensions:
- Table: 1200mm (w) x 400mm (d) x 780mm (h)
- Mirror and frame: 700mm (w) x 1200mm (h)
- Mirror only: 460mm (w) x 960mm (h)
There is minor wear and tear that you would expect. In good condition.
This listing is for the pictured mirror. It is a beautiful piece and expertly finished. The frame is made of Ironwood, a very hard, dense and heavy wood. My parents purchased it in Vietnam about 10 years ago while living and working there. Unfortunately they have no wall space to hang it in their … View moreThis listing is for the pictured mirror. It is a beautiful piece and expertly finished. The frame is made of Ironwood, a very hard, dense and heavy wood. My parents purchased it in Vietnam about 10 years ago while living and working there. Unfortunately they have no wall space to hang it in their new home.
Price: $300 o.n.o.
Dimensions:
800mm (w) x 1950mm (h)
-Mirror Glass is 650mm (w) x 1845mm (h)
Unfortunately, there is a small scratch on the frame that happened during a move as pictured.
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.
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