Borer Borer Borer
Your home is usually one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime. Watching as that investment succumbs to the attacks of wood-boring insects can be heartbreaking and, worse, dangerous. In New Zealand alone, homes can fall prey to as many as seven different species of wood-boring insects. These pests attack the important […]
DIY-SOS
Recent unprecedented times have provided something we are generally short of- time. Time for reflection, time to spend on ourselves, our families and our homes. Many things that have languished on people’s to-do lists have been activated, and many things accomplished. Home decorating will be something that many have attempted, to varying degrees of success. […]
Colour Quiz with Resene
How to Choose Colours with a Colour Wheel
Lead Paint
Lead White was being produced during the 4th century BC; the process is described by Pliny the Elder the Roman philosopher.The traditional method of making the pigment was called the stack process. Thousands of earthenware pots containing vinegar and lead were embedded in a layer of either tan bark or cow dung. The pots were […]
Interior Colour Schemes
The majority of current interior colour schemes are typically based on a range of light neutral colours. Lighter colours enhance the feeling of space and flow, offering a neutral palette to display artworks and furnishings. A feature wall can add an extra dimension to a room and can be used to make a bold statement. […]
Colour Psychology
It is fascinating to consider such an array of stimulation, when relating to decorating the interior of your home or workplace. Studies as far back as the 1930s show that people associate colours with specific feelings. Colours can even change the way drugs work – the colour blue makes for better sedatives, while red makes […]
Spring Forward
The concept of Spring cleaning has existed through many cultures since ancient times, and Kiwis are no different. The ravages of Winter certainly take their toll on all our properties and gardens, and as we start to head towards Spring, it is a great time to get pro-active. The high winds of Wellington will be […]
Sheen Levels
The variety of sheen levels for paint offer results to suit not only different tastes, but also to perform different tasks. GLOSS Sheen level 85-100% Gloss paints have a very reflective surface. They are ideal for areas that are prone to high traffic that attract dirt, finger-marks, and grease, as they are easy to clean. […]