Posted by April 6th 2022
A good cup of coffee is one of life's great pleasures. But, unfortunately, a good cup of coffee from the comfort of home isn't always easy. Sure, there's always plunger coffee or, for the truly …
Posted by March 31st 2022
Why clean heat pump filters? Before your heat pump blows warm (or cool) air throughout your home, that air passes through a filter. And if that filter is clogged full of dirt and dust, then the …
Posted by February 7th 2023
Power costs can soar during the winter months if your household is running inefficient heating appliances. So for those looking for a more efficient alternative, heat pumps are typically a good choice. Not only are …
Posted by March 18th 2022
Nothing says Sunday like a traditional Kiwi roast with all the trimmings. And as our cooking habits rely heavily on our kitchen appliances, it's important that our ovens are up to scratch. Whether that means …
Posted by February 22nd 2022
With each year that passes, we are cramming more and more smart appliances into our homes. Not only do we have the usual TVs and gaming consoles, but even once basic appliances now come with …
Posted by February 18th 2022
As the hot summer weather well and truly sets in, finding the best way to stay cool is always top of the list. And an age-old question for many is whether or not it's time …
Posted by February 7th 2023
What is an air purifier? An air purifier filters the air in your home to remove harmful particles from the air, such as fine dust, pollen and bacteria. How effective the machine is at achieving pure …
Posted by January 20th 2022
Author: Megan Birot It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking your dishwasher is a self-cleaning appliance. How can it possibly be dirty when it’s the one keeping all your dishes sparkling clean? The reality …
Posted by January 11th 2022
The summer months are the best time of year for long days at the beach and BBQs in the evenings. But all those pink skies and days off can paint over the less appealing parts …
Posted by November 24th 2023
The name heat pump can be a little misleading, as they are as useful in summer as they are in winter. Heat pumps can keep you toasty, or cool, all year round through both heating …
Posted by November 9th 2021
While the rise of streaming has long been rumoured as the death of television, the reality is much less dramatic. Sure, our viewing habits have shifted a little, and many of us favour a Netflix …
Posted by March 11th 2022
Maintaining a healthy diet isn’t easy if you also enjoy snack foods. And it’s unfortunate that most of our favourite foods also happen to be unhealthy choices. Think hot chips and other fried treats, which …
Posted by August 3rd 2021
Ideally laptop-tablet, 2-in-1 devices bring together the best of both worlds, allowing you to smoothly switch between touchscreen and keyboard mode. One minute you're firing off an email, the next you're relaxing with Netflix. These relatively …
Posted by June 3rd 2021
To a lot of us fridge-owners, a fridge is just a fridge. We’ve probably had the same one for the best part of a decade and it’s nothing more than the big white (or silver) …
Posted by June 3rd 2021
The pile of laundry that builds up in a bedroom must eventually be tackled, and a decent washing machine can be the difference between time-saving and time-wasting. It’s the appliance Kiwis simply can’t do without …
Posted by May 21st 2021
Washing and drying your clothes is necessary for everyone, unless you don’t mind walking around smelly and dirty. Most people will end up doing a load of washing at least a couple of times a …
Posted by May 5th 2021
Life would be hard without the all the appliances and gadgets that make our modern lifestyles such as breeze. From kitchen basics, like cookers, fridges and dishwashers, to laundry essentials and heat pumps, our homes …
Posted by February 9th 2023
Co-author: Nicole Barratt Portable electric heaters are affordable to buy and easy to use by simply plugging them into the wall. All electric heaters are equally efficient by converting the electricity they consume into useful heat, …
Posted by April 15th 2021
If you want to watch television in NZ, you have a lot of options. You can stream, watch digital free-to-air, or pay for Sky's satellite and online channels. And there are plenty of devices to …
Posted by April 7th 2021
Dehumidifiers are relatively cheap to run, easy to use, and can save you plenty of discomfort. They’re not just for winter months, either. Throughout the year, a dehumidifier can tackle mould and damp by ridding …