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Why UPVC?

LONG GUARANTEES The Siegenia Aubi window system is protected by a 10-year guarantee for all white profiles and a 7-year guarantee for all coloured profiles against fade. They do not need any drip...

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Closing the gap against heat loss

Statistically, the average New Zealand home loses about one-third of its heat through gaps in windows and doors. read more

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Don't be blind to window dressings

The relationship between sun and furniture is not necessarily a perfect match. The effects of ultraviolet rays on carpet and furniture can be damaging and long-lasting. read more

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New Geneva sound systems

On first impression, Geneva Systems may be a designer statement. After all, they look fantastic in flawless gloss finishes. read more

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A novel visual experience

 Many people might remember watching 3-D movies wearing white-framed rectangular flimsy cardboard glasses with red and cyan lenses. read more

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Teen's terrific tea-towel tale

A heartwarming design . . . The latest tea towel by New Zealand teenage cancer survivor Ruby Seeto. Tea towels are available exclusively from Arthur Barnett, Dunedin for $10 each or a set of three for...

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Bare-bottomed bed

Over the years, bed valances matured into pleats. They became quilted and the pleats disappeared. Then the bright colours were replaced with a simple, more subdued palette. ODT Online Advertorial...

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Beautiful, durable, eco-friendly flooring from Tile Centre

The foundation for the design of every room is a beautiful floor, and the first place to look is Tile Centre, Dunedin. ODT Online Advertorial   read more

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Home - on the road!

The "mobile home" is becoming more commonplace on New Zealand roads. read more

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Lapping up fibreglass pool benefits

Stronger than aluminium or steel, many Otago homeowners are lapping up the wondrous benefits of fibreglass swimming pools. read more

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Flags, poles for the home

The Rugby World Cup in New Zealand has seen tourists and Kiwis proudly flying their colours everywhere.  read more

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Shade on shade

This trend involves the use of monochromatic colour schemes to create a look that is harmonious, no matter what your colour preference. read more

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Making the right choice

From a range including solution-dyed nylon, polypropylene and wool cut pile, textured or loop pile carpets, there is a product to suit everybody's taste, budget or needs. read more

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Falcon: in its own element

The Falcon range cookers is proving a natural fit with many Otago homeowners. read more

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House candy for the living space.

A sample of house candy - items perfect for sweetening up your house interior!

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Retain heat, reduce noise

In a fully insulated house almost half the heat lost can be through the windows. Using a unique magnetic-seal system, MagicSeal can greatly reduce heat loss, by up to 54%. read more

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Stylish and affordable

Reflecting the grid patterns of the streets and subways of New York, it is all things geometric this season from Citta Design. read more

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A solid cladding solution

Rebuilding and renovation will be in the forefront of many householders' minds following recent earthquakes and aftershocks.  read more

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The tile styles

Tactile tiles, oversized tiles and marble tiles are popular trends developing in tile styles lately. read more

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Frequently asked questions

Q. How does a heater without a fan successfully heat a room? read more

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Let there be . . . LED lighting

Significant energy savings and an exceptionally long life are key features of the new range of LED (light emitting diode) home light bulbs released in New Zealand this month by Philips. read more

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Unique, significant, memorable

In a world saturated by mass-produced goods, a growing number of people are opting for quirky items to place in their homes. read more

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Building efficient high-quality homes

O'Callaghan & Walker Builders Ltd has been building new homes in the Central Otago area for the past 17 years. read more

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Get the home you've always wanted

Building a home is one of the biggest investments you will ever make, so it is vital to find a house plan you love and a builder you can trust.  read more

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Iconic brand in home-building packages

For decades McRaeway Homes has been a household name over the length and breadth of New Zealand and has become an iconic brand proud of its roots that stem from good old Kiwi ingenuity.  read more

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Showcasing New Zealand's designer creativity

Dubbed the Oscars of the New Zealand design world, The Best Design Awards celebrate the country's best designs of the year across the fields of product, spatial, graphic and interactive design. read more

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An unconventional convection heater!

Many Otago homeowners understand the best way to reduce heating costs is through efficient insulation. read more

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Sharp colours, quirky designs emerging

Sharp colours, quirky designs and a plethora of patterns are coming to the fore in this season's new fabric releases. read more

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Functional 'piece of art'

Lampshades are enjoying exciting new looks with the use of unique papers and textiles, resulting in stunning designs.  read more

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'Nesting' trend continues

We want to feel safe and secure in our home and the right soft furnishings cango a long way to create these feelings.  read more

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Cottoning on to quality

Creating beautiful home textiles is the Wallace Cotton philosophy - whether renovating, nesting, buying, selling, entertaining or downsizing. read more

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Colour your kitchen

With kitchen design being predominantly in grey, black or white shades, the most noticeable aspect moving into kitchenware for 2011 is multicolour. read more

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Emphasising a high-quality finish

O'Callaghan & Walker Builders Ltd has been building new homes in the Central Otago area for the past 17 years. read more

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Innovative New Zealand architecture at its best

Registered Architect Chris Norman of Wanaka delivers customized architectural solutions for residential and commercial buildings in Otago, the Upper Clutha and Queenstown Lakes Districts. ODT Online...

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Weathering the elements - outdoor solutions from Active Furnishers

We want to be out of the sun but not harmed by its intense rays. So, Weathermaster's latest innovative umbrella designs can be configured to your shade needs. ODT Online Advertorialread more

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Talented kitchen designers from Trends Kitchens

Building or renovating? We can help. ODT Online Advertorial read more

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Comfortable living choices

Furniture can make a powerful statement in a home. The array of colours, styles and designs available these days provides homeowners with a plethora of choices. read more

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Wanaka's superior lifestyle store with the experience to match.

An increasing trend in retail has seen the advent of order taking retail assistance rather than knowledge and service based.  ODT Online Advertorial   read more

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Functional, personal, affordable

Three key factors driving changes in bathrooms these days are functionality, personality and affordability.  read more

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High-tech joinery made in Dunedin

When buying new joinery, the thermal properties of the frame are very important to maintain a healthy room climate and to keep the energy bill low. read more

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Great Timber At Little Prices

The DunedinTimber Market is quite possibly Dunedin's best kept secret.ODT Online Advertorial read more

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You'll Notice The Plumbing World Difference

It's a difference that started almost 50 years ago when a group of Kiwi plumbers got together and formed a co-op to take on big overseas corporates that were dominating the local market. ODT Online...

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Thinking About Renovating Your Home? Don't Make This Costly Mistake

Arthur Stone Builders expose an all too common mistake that most people make when renovating their home or property. ODT Online Advertorial read more

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You'll Notice The Plumbing World Difference

It's a difference that started almost 50 years ago when a group of Kiwi plumbers got together and formed a co-op to take on big overseas corporates that were dominating the local market.  ODT Online...

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Niche for quirky, original pieces

These days, more and more homeowners are opting for unusual decor and furnishings, in an effort to create a home that is unique to them. ODT Online Advertorialread more

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Tiling trends

Natural stone tiles are taking on a whole new look with variations in colour.  ODT Online Advertorial read more

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Every room in your home warm

No drafts, damp or condensation just sublime warmth. This is the joy of central heating. ODT Online Advertorialread more

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Beautiful one-off teak furniture, homeware and giftware from 2Gypsies

Tucked away in historical Port Chalmers sits a boutique shop that houses some of the finest and most unique furniture, homeware and giftware in Otago. ODT Online Advertorial read more

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Oakleys Bathroom Centre shares three big tips to avoid making a poor bathroom...

Juggling with the idea of a new bathroom? Here are three tips you should keep in mind before making any decisions. ODT Online Advertising read more

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A celebration of character

An avocado-green kitchen, geometric wallpaper and pink bathroom animate this Dunedin state house. It gracefully handles the overlaid tastes of its past two owners and teaches us a few things about the...

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