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Here are some simple ways to be warmer this winter.
Keeping your home cosy need not break the bank. Here are our top 10 frugal tips for keeping warm this winter:
1. Wonder where all your heat’s going? Light a candle and trace around your window edges, doors and vents – but make sure your … View moreHere are some simple ways to be warmer this winter.
Keeping your home cosy need not break the bank. Here are our top 10 frugal tips for keeping warm this winter:
1. Wonder where all your heat’s going? Light a candle and trace around your window edges, doors and vents – but make sure your curtains are out of the way. When the smoke starts going sideways you’ve found a draught. Window sealant tape is a cheap way to keep in the heat.
2. Don’t neglect the timer on your heat pump. Set it to come on at about 20 degrees an hour before you come home. You’ll make considerable savings compared to blasting it at 23 degrees all evening.
3. If your electric heater lacks a timer, you can buy a plug-in timer from as little as $10 from most hardware stores – they look like power adapters but have a digital interface allowing you to set appliances to come on up to seven days in advance.
4. Ensure your curtains and blinds fit snugly against the window frame. We’ve found this is more important than the material they’re made from. Floor-length curtains are better than sill-length curtains, which aren’t much better than no curtains at all.
5. Our testing found fan-less heaters (like oil-column models) often result in uneven, layered heat distribution. To avoid cold feet and a hot head, place a small desktop fan on the ground beside the heater. We found it helped an oil-column heater warm a room 3 times as fast.
6. Double-glazing doesn’t need to cost the earth. In fact, you can pick up DIY window insulator kits for under $15 per frame. All you need to do is cut the film to size and use a hair dryer to shrink it onto the window.
7. If you’re not worried about aesthetics, there’s an even cheaper way to stop heat escaping through your windows. Bubble wrap is a great temporary option, especially on internal windows in seldom-used areas. Secure it to the pane using Blu-Tack or double-sided tape, and make sure it sits flush against the frame.
8. Cat flaps are a major source of draughts. To improve the seal around the frame, unscrew the whole assembly, clean the area where it’s in contact with the door, then screw it back in tightly. Then add a thin line of silicone sealant around the frame. If draughts persist, stick some light rubber insulation tape on both sides of the flap.
9. A rug is a great way to add another layer of insulation, especially if you’ve got wooden or concrete floors. Putting down a thick rug in living areas will help prevent heat loss through the floor, especially if there’s no underfloor insulation.
10. Use pot lids when cooking. This can reduce the amount of moisture released into the air by three litres per day.
Another great review from one of our customers 🤩! Thanks so much Eric for choosing local and trusting our services!
Give us a call on 0211004950 or email us at altapaintersnz@gmail.com for a free quote!
Purchased a fabulous pair of Zamberlan boots, which after doing all the right stuff - that is, going to shop to buy boots after a two hour walk in the afternoon and checking for size and comfort, they turn out to be half size too small!
They've been worn three times, (to make sure there was … View morePurchased a fabulous pair of Zamberlan boots, which after doing all the right stuff - that is, going to shop to buy boots after a two hour walk in the afternoon and checking for size and comfort, they turn out to be half size too small!
They've been worn three times, (to make sure there was a problem) practically new and I'd like to find them the right home and correct size foot - now that I know how to do so - even the shop didn't know what I know now.
Originally $430 retail, I'm open to offers over $320.
size 39.5
Our House of the Week this week is a large and luxurious family home sitting on a lifestyle property in Whitby. On offer through Gavin Faulke at Harcourts. Take a look at this property, plus so much more in today's edition of Homed.
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed … View moreOur House of the Week this week is a large and luxurious family home sitting on a lifestyle property in Whitby. On offer through Gavin Faulke at Harcourts. Take a look at this property, plus so much more in today's edition of Homed.
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.
Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.
For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz
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Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz
Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!
Give us a … View moreDo you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!
Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... ... to organize a site visit.
Either it is repaneling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it all, from design to completion. Be relieved and ensured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining. Don’t hesitate to give us a … View moreEither it is repaneling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it all, from design to completion. Be relieved and ensured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining. Don’t hesitate to give us a call at 027 548 9818 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... ... to organize a site visit.
Congratulations to Robert Fenwick, owner of Fenwicks Pharmacy in Canterbury, the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.
Robert has been recognised for his ongoing service and support for the community through tough times. Fenwicks pharmacy remained open throughout the lockdown with friendly greetings,… View moreCongratulations to Robert Fenwick, owner of Fenwicks Pharmacy in Canterbury, the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.
Robert has been recognised for his ongoing service and support for the community through tough times. Fenwicks pharmacy remained open throughout the lockdown with friendly greetings, conversations and smiles!
Congratulations to all the finalists and thank you for nominating your favourite local business. We'd like to acknowledge the official winner of the public voting poll, Josh Coe, owner of Page 42 cafe. Unfortunately, Josh has decided to close his business after 3.5 years and we wish him all the best.
10 ltr Resene Waterborne semi gloss exteria paint , we over ordered as new not opened $150.00 purchased 25/01/22 Soft amber (y81-027-073) Sonyx 101 come and have a look at the house wall 99 Sunshine ave Karori contact John on 0274439551 thanks
In excellent condition as barely used.
It will need to be disassembled by purchaser.
It was purchased for $8,795.00. Our asking price is $1000 ono.
Our 2 bedroom apartment in the heritage Dominion Building has become available for short term rental - central Wellington on Willis St/Mercer Street intersection above Village Goldsmiths. Top floor, spacious and available 6 May through to mid July. Fully furnished with a carpark available - … View moreOur 2 bedroom apartment in the heritage Dominion Building has become available for short term rental - central Wellington on Willis St/Mercer Street intersection above Village Goldsmiths. Top floor, spacious and available 6 May through to mid July. Fully furnished with a carpark available - $710/week - carpark $50/week
Turn scrap building materials into a fun and practical piece for the home. Use timber offcuts and some creativity to make a rustic house number sign with Resene Alabaster and Resene Woodsman Crowshead.
Find out how to create your own.
This week we feature two pics from Simon Woolf.
"A short trip on Transmission Gully out to the Waikanae Estuary is always a great place to observe and photograph the local birdlife. I was pretty rapt with our Caspian tern and white faced heron experience in particular. Both were in hunting … View moreThis week we feature two pics from Simon Woolf.
"A short trip on Transmission Gully out to the Waikanae Estuary is always a great place to observe and photograph the local birdlife. I was pretty rapt with our Caspian tern and white faced heron experience in particular. Both were in hunting mode, and as you can see both met with success too!"
We are happy to confirm that our contractors are feeling better and glass collections will start again on Monday 18 April.
We know there will be a bit of a backlog, but we ask that you please only put your glass out in official Council crates, and put it out in stages so that we don't … View moreWe are happy to confirm that our contractors are feeling better and glass collections will start again on Monday 18 April.
We know there will be a bit of a backlog, but we ask that you please only put your glass out in official Council crates, and put it out in stages so that we don't overwhelm the processing plant.
You can still drop your glass off for free at the Recycling Centre at the Southern Landfill.
Co-mingled recycling in bags and wheelie bins is still being collected and recycled as normal.
Thank you all for your patience, kindness and empathy during this time. It is greatly appreciated by us and our contractors.
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