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Tuck in denim blues: Resene

The serene qualities of denim blues, with their subtle grey undertones, create a calming atmosphere. Paint the walls in Resene Rhino, a cosy grey-blue shade, and balance the space with a Resene Iron floor and predominantly white bed linens. Add mid-range tonal hues through furniture and accessories, like a Resene Gull Grey chest […]

Keep them in or out

A hot topic for debate is what’s best for your feline friends? Keeping them indoors or outdoors? While there’s obvious drawbacks for each, we’ve provided a full rundown on what keeping, or not, your kitty cooped up can do. Arguments for indoor cats suggest longer life expectancy and reduced risk on wildlife, while […]

Stylish sheepskins: Bowron Sheepskins

A staple in Kiwi homes, home-grown sheepskins offer softness, and versatility. Experience the ultimate comfort as you sink into a luxurious sheepskin beanbag, where the unmatched touch of natural fibres awaits. Add wow-factor to your room with a statement piece such as a multiple-skin rug, or drape a single skin over your sofa […]

A sound investment

Having separate headphones for different occasions can be expensive. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott finds that one new headset may have solved the problem. When it comes to investing in a good pair of over-ear headphones, it pays to think about where and when you plan to use them the most. For online […]

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