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Consumer's curtain investigation; how to keep warm this winter
Keeping your home this winter doesn't have to put you in debt, but you will have to be creative.
Consumer have revealed the best curtains to invest in as temperatures begin to cool down to help stop nearly two-thirds of a home's heat from going out its windows.
Honeycomb blinds - … View moreKeeping your home this winter doesn't have to put you in debt, but you will have to be creative.
Consumer have revealed the best curtains to invest in as temperatures begin to cool down to help stop nearly two-thirds of a home's heat from going out its windows.
Honeycomb blinds - which have hexagonal shaped cells in its structure - were the standout performer of the five different blinds tested. Others involved were roman, roller and aluminium and wooden venetians. Both thermal and heavy-lined curtains were also tested.
Consumer head of testing Dr Paul Smith said the heat loss test was measured through an aluminium-framed single-glazed window with each curtain hung for at least three hours. He was pleased to find the honeycomb blinds topped the test having put them in his own home about nine years ago.
He said the hexagonal cells in the curtain, which when extended trap the air in the cells, "acting like a down jacket; trapping still air".
"It was good for me seeing this because anecdotally I thought 'oh these are doing a great job' because when you open the curtains in the morning you can see all the cold air fall out from behind the window."
In the test, the honeycomb blinds retained more than 60 per cent of the heat lost through a bare window.
Roman blinds were the second best performing blind, followed by roller blinds. As for wooden or aluminium venetians, wooden were proven the better insulator, he said. If curtains were preferred, people were urged to go "heavy" and long.
Heavy-lined curtains were ones which had two layers which again acted as an air trap. To get the best result, they needed to go down to the ground, no matter the size of the window, to keep the cold air out.
It was best to keep the gap between the curtain or blind and the frame of the window as small as possible.
Thermal curtains - a curtain which has a thermal layer stitched to the back - did not perform as well as the heavy-lined curtains, he said. However, Dr Smith had come up with a few cheap hacks for people not bothered about what there lounge or particular room looks like for a few cold nights over winter. One was hanging a blanket over the top of your curtains.
"It is less convenient because you've got to hang a blanket and take it down each time.
"We pinned it up where the railing was, so we just pinned it up above the window and just let it hang down and cover the whole window."
The other option was to roll up towels and sit them above your window railing which again prevented cold air circulating around the room.
"It stops the air being sucked in to the top. So when the hot air rises up to the ceiling. If the curtains aren't well-fitted, that warm air falls behind the window.
"They call it the reverse chimney so it's like the air coming down past the window and all the heat being lost, so if you put something across the top it stops that from happening."
TOP TIPS FOR HEAT RETENTION
• Mount curtains as close as possible to the window frame,
• Position nets as close to the window as possible,
• Use floor length curtains and ensure they touch the floor,
• Make curtains a generous width so they overlap the window frames at the sides,
• Using net curtains help with heat retention, especially on wooden frame windows,
• Using a fan "significantly" reduces heat loss.
www.nzherald.co.nz...
ENSURE YOUR CURTAINS ARE CLEAN THIS WINTER
Your health is ALWAYS important, but now more than ever we need to stay on top of it, especially in our environment. Check your curtains regularly for live mould and visible dirt. Curtain Clean can take care of any contamination and ensure your curtains return to you clean and sanitised!
www.curtainclean.co.nz...
Txt-A-Park discontinued 30 June
Kia ora Pōneke. Just a reminder that Txt-A-Park is being discontinued by the provider, and from 30 June it will no longer be available as a payment option for on-street parking.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
On-street parking customers can still pay for parking at the meter … View moreKia ora Pōneke. Just a reminder that Txt-A-Park is being discontinued by the provider, and from 30 June it will no longer be available as a payment option for on-street parking.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
On-street parking customers can still pay for parking at the meter using either cash, credit or debit card (including PayWave) or the PayMyPark app.
For more information about parking in Wellington, visit: wellington.govt.nz/parking
Everyone Out July Holiday Programme open for enrollments!!!!
Are you looking for an excellent Holiday Programme for your kids?
Check out what other parent are saying about Everyone Out:
"....we thought the holiday programme was fantastic. My 3 girls had the best time and it was really neat to see them come home each night dirty and happy!!!"
… View moreAre you looking for an excellent Holiday Programme for your kids?
Check out what other parent are saying about Everyone Out:
"....we thought the holiday programme was fantastic. My 3 girls had the best time and it was really neat to see them come home each night dirty and happy!!!"
"She loved it so much! She enjoyed how the coordinators created things. She told me that they taught her “anything is possible” after seeing the creations and ideas like making swings and zip lines and bubble blower etc. She came home so inspired!"
"My children absolutely loved it. They loved toasting marshmallows, going in the steam, the waterside, making bow and arrows. All of it!"
Book your child into our July Holiday Programme by the 12th of June (Friday) and receive a 10% early bird discount. Luckily for you... I normally offer a 5% early bird discount but I made an error when setting up the activity... ooops! I can't change it now as people have already started enrolling their kids.
To enrol visit our enrolmy booking site enrolmy.com...
For more information about what we do - www.everyoneout.co.nz...
Live Music
Live bossa nova beats this weekend 5pm -7.30pm.
Come on over to the Cable top eatery for some eats & drinks this weekend.
Broken Fridge Needed!
Kia Ora! I am looking for an old fridge to use as an insulated cupboard for brewing beer at home. It doesn't need to be working. I would happily come pick it up and take it off your hands, saving you the hassle and fees of taking it to the tip. Please text Matt on 022 010 4842
Thorndon's 'Light Catcher' reno
No sun in winter? Here's how two architects managed to get sunlight into a stunning south-facing extension.
Show neighbours your photography snaps of Wellington!
Kia ora Wellington, it's time to dust off that old camera, get out and about and show the rest of your neighbours your favourite, treasured spots in your region. It could be an awesome view, the shy wildlife or even the old buildings that are wanting their stories to be told.
Go ahead, get … View moreKia ora Wellington, it's time to dust off that old camera, get out and about and show the rest of your neighbours your favourite, treasured spots in your region. It could be an awesome view, the shy wildlife or even the old buildings that are wanting their stories to be told.
Go ahead, get snapping and illustrate what's beyond your backyard.
Post your photographs in the comments below ⬇
Harbourside Market reopening
Now that we have moved into Alert Level 1, the Harbourside Market will be reopening this Sunday 14 June.
So grab your reusable bags and head down to see your favourite vendors and pick up some great fresh produce!
For more information about Wellington services and facilities under Level 1, visit: … View moreNow that we have moved into Alert Level 1, the Harbourside Market will be reopening this Sunday 14 June.
So grab your reusable bags and head down to see your favourite vendors and pick up some great fresh produce!
For more information about Wellington services and facilities under Level 1, visit: wellington.govt.nz/covid-19
Our centres are fully operational.
It’s an exciting time for the kids re-entering the classroom, socialising with friends and getting reacquainted with the teachers.
If you’re a little unsure about how the isolation period may have affected your child’s learning journey, we are here to help.
Our tutoring program is well … View moreIt’s an exciting time for the kids re-entering the classroom, socialising with friends and getting reacquainted with the teachers.
If you’re a little unsure about how the isolation period may have affected your child’s learning journey, we are here to help.
Our tutoring program is well positioned to meet the needs of your 5 - 16 year old one question at a time so it's not overwhelming.
We offer catch up, extension and exam prep programs.
Give us a call today to have a chat with one of our experts.
Water - are you getting enough?
With the weather getting colder, we often don’t feel as thirsty and its easy for many hours to go by without drinking. However, water is defined as an ‘essential’ nutrient as it is required by the body for digestion, absorption, transportation and elimination. See my post under Inspiring … View moreWith the weather getting colder, we often don’t feel as thirsty and its easy for many hours to go by without drinking. However, water is defined as an ‘essential’ nutrient as it is required by the body for digestion, absorption, transportation and elimination. See my post under Inspiring Nutrients for why water is so important.
Level 1 celebrations!
To celebrate Level 1, bells will be pealing out across the capital today, as churches ring in the good news at 12.30pm for 10 minutes 🔔
We’ll also be lighting up the Michael Fowler Centre green to mark this momentous occasion – green for Level 1, and green for go!
For more info, head to:
… View moreTo celebrate Level 1, bells will be pealing out across the capital today, as churches ring in the good news at 12.30pm for 10 minutes 🔔
We’ll also be lighting up the Michael Fowler Centre green to mark this momentous occasion – green for Level 1, and green for go!
For more info, head to:
wellington.govt.nz...
(Pictured is the MFC lit up pink in 2018 to highlight Breast Cancer Awareness Month)
Tip Shop to reopen
The Tip Shop Wellington will be reopening to the public on Thursday 11 June at 8.30am.
The shop will be open normal hours, but drop-offs for donations and e-waste is 8.30am – 2pm Monday to Saturday, and 9am – 2pm on Sundays.
Textiles are not accepted at Tip Shop or Recycle Centre.
Contact … View moreThe Tip Shop Wellington will be reopening to the public on Thursday 11 June at 8.30am.
The shop will be open normal hours, but drop-offs for donations and e-waste is 8.30am – 2pm Monday to Saturday, and 9am – 2pm on Sundays.
Textiles are not accepted at Tip Shop or Recycle Centre.
Contact tracing will be apply in the shop, and cash will be accepted.
Any more info, please check out their Facebook page:
www.facebook.com...
METLINK FARES RETURNING ACROSS THE REGION ON JULY 1
Full fares will return across the region on July 1 now that New Zealand has moved to alert level 1 and physical distancing restrictions have been lifted.
Fares, including the handling of cash, were temporarily suspended to support the Government’s public health response to the COVID-19 … View moreFull fares will return across the region on July 1 now that New Zealand has moved to alert level 1 and physical distancing restrictions have been lifted.
Fares, including the handling of cash, were temporarily suspended to support the Government’s public health response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Metlink has been working very closely with the Government on the safest and fairest time to reintroduce full fares to passengers across the region.
Advice from the Ministry of Health has confirmed it is safe to handle cash, provided this is done responsibly. Good hand hygiene remains essential, with passengers and staff continuing to wash or sanitise their hands as soon as they can during, before and after travel. To learn more, read the full release on our website below.
Wellington at Alert Level 1
Well done and thank you Pōneke for all your amazing mahi these last few months.
Following the Government's announcement to move to Alert Level 1 at midnight tonight, we are pleased to say that all our services and facilities will be returning to normal operations.
For more information, please… View moreWell done and thank you Pōneke for all your amazing mahi these last few months.
Following the Government's announcement to move to Alert Level 1 at midnight tonight, we are pleased to say that all our services and facilities will be returning to normal operations.
For more information, please visit:
wellington.govt.nz...
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