Posted by February 19th 2024
If you vacuum sucks at sucking, it could just need a deep clean. Keeping your vacuum cleaner in top shape ensures it provides optimal performance, lasts longer, and remains hygienic. This comprehensive guide caters to …
Posted by February 13th 2024
Cleaning steps Before you start cleaning, ensure that the BBQ is turned off and has cooled down completely. Also, make sure you disconnect the propane tank or natural gas line if you have a gas grill. 1. …
Posted by June 25th 2025
Water blaster can be a great tool to have around the house. They make light work of dirty driveways and can get your weatherboards looking as fresh as they did when the house was built. …
Posted by May 31st 2023
Author: Megan Birot If you’re looking to keep it hot in the bedroom this winter, an electric blanket may just be the sleeping companion you didn’t know you needed. An electric blanket is perfect for warming …
Posted by May 1st 2023
If you have lots of appliances running during the night, it could pay to switch to a night time electricity tariff.
Posted by January 17th 2023
Too often, after a long week of work, weekends are spent working on the house. Scrubbing walls with outdoor cleaners, water blasting the driveway, cleaning windows … before you know it, it's Monday morning and …
Posted by December 14th 2022
DIY is a favourite pastime here in New Zealand. Long sunny weekends are spent drilling, sawing, sanding, painting, plumbing and more, all in an effort to get our homes looking their best. And home improvement stores …
Posted by February 13th 2023
Ovens are a great appliance and one that most of us use regularly. Whether it's cooking a roast or baking a cake, there's not a lot an oven can't do. The only problem is that …
Posted by November 24th 2022
Once summer rolls around, most of us seem to forget that our homes have kitchens. Who needs an oven or a stove when you have the Swiss Army Knife of cooking appliances right there on …
Posted by November 24th 2022
The sound of your neighbour's lawn mower spluttering into action at 8am on a Sunday is a sure sign that summer has arrived. And much like the way one dog sets off all the dogs …
Posted by July 20th 2023
You wouldn't know it, but the PlayStation 5 has been on shelves for well over two years now. Released way back in November 2020 the reality for most is that it feels more like the …
Posted by August 5th 2022
Over the next few years, New Zealand's population is only going to get older. In fact, within the next 25 years, an estimated 25% of Kiwis will be 65 or over! That means more and …
Posted by June 25th 2025
Tiled bathroom floors can be a lifesaver in the summer. But the thought of stepping onto that frosty floor in winter can fill us with dread. Waiting for the water to run hot suddenly feels …
Posted by May 11th 2022
In recent years, solar power has become a popular option for households looking for ways to cut their power bills. The country's solar generation capacity grew 36% from 2014 to 2019, driven largely by residential …
Posted by May 5th 2022
The housing market is a hot topic right now. The last few years saw record-low interest rates and record-high housing prices, as thousands of Kiwis surged into the market. But this year, thanks to rising …
Posted by April 26th 2022
The flooring in your home is crucial to the overall look and feel of a room. Whether beautiful wooden floors, statement bathroom tiles, or plush carpets, your choice of flooring is essential for both your …
Posted by April 13th 2022
How you style your home and your choice of home furnishings has an important part to play in transforming your house into a family home. Curtains, blinds and soft furnishings are little extras that can …
Posted by August 18th 2022
At Canstar Blue, our mission is to help consumers discover the best deals. But sniffing out the cheapest power deals can seem complicated. To start with there are so many different power companies: 14 in …
Posted by March 24th 2022
Home Security isn't a new industry, but it's one that's changed a lot over recent years. In the past, the go-to method of security was a hard-wired system of motion sensors throughout a home linked …
Posted by March 25th 2022
Unlimited broadband at 300mbps/100mbps for $52 per month. Yep, you read that correctly: $52 per month! No frills internet provider Skinny's new deal really is that cheap. But is it a good deal, and is it …