Don’t shiver in silence! Use these 5 simple (and cheap) techniques to warm up your home and stay toasty this winter. Quick Summary Open curtains in the day, close them at nightMake and use draft excludersInstall window insulation films or use bubblewrapKeep furniture...
Humans have enjoyed wool for over 10,000 years and it continues to be a coveted textile in both high end fashion and interior design due to its many qualities. Here we deep-dive into the wonderful world of wool, sharing the tale of this ancient fibre’s origin,...
How do you know it’s winter? When the windows start dripping. While it might seem like just another staple of New Zealand homes, you don’t have to put up with a pool of water at the bottom of your windows every morning. How condensation forms and why it matters...
Find out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day. Choose a warm paint colour Explore the colour wheel – Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm...
Laundry detergent is a powerful cleaning agent. But did you know that it can do much more than just clean your clothes? The stuff can be multifunctional in your household. For example, you can use both the liquid and powder version for your drain, oven or car. We have...
Even though we all love animals, we are not always fans of other people’s cats doing their business in our gardens. Luckily, there is a handy, and animal-friendly, trick for this! Cats are wonderful and cute animals, of course, but they’re a bit less cute when they...
There is a preference coming through for warmth and comfort in our colour choices with the aim of bringing nature inspired hues back into the home, whether that be through browns shades, greens or blues, replicating our outdoor landscape. SUNBAKED ORANGE –...
If you are in the market for a new pair of curtains or are potentially looking at getting your existing curtains lined, this blog will cover why it is advantageous for you to be lining your curtains, especially this winter. Insulation There are many different...
When it comes to cleaning there are tried and tested hacks you can rely on to make sure your house is spotless. However, according to Good Housekeeping Institute there are some widely known household hints that are actually causing more harm than good. While some...
A clean white duvet before and after a laundry strip wash in a bath tub. Laundry day makes your home feel fresh and clean. But maybe not quite as clean as you think. Laundry stripping is a deep-cleaning trend that has been sweeping the internet for the past several...
