Off The Shelf - Resene Paints

off the shelfoff the shelfNew products and ideas for the home.energy efficienttapwareNew Road’s Energysaving technologyoffers the ability to avoid energy andmoney waste, every day. When the tap’shandle is in the central position themixer supplies only cold water, instead ofmixed cold-hot: this process avoids thehot water supply ignition, reducing hotwater consumption, saving money, gasand power. Available at leading bathroomshowrooms nationwide. For moreinformation, call 04 568 9898 or emailsales@plumbline.co.nz.ReseneReservoirno hang ups?A fun addition to your hallway with the Twigcoat stand, by renowned local designer JamieMcLennan. The stands are available in a rangeof Resene colours through the AntipodesDesign Store, a new initiative to showcaselocal talent launched by Designers Collection.See www.designerscollection.co.nz.quick painting lessonYou’ve chosen your colour and chosen your paint, but perhaps you’re not quite sure of the bestway to apply them. Resene has created a series of videos to help get you started. Watch them onwww.resene.com/videos.htm. The Resene website also has a series of project sheets so you canwatch the video, then print the instructions as a handy reference for when you’re doing the job.blackboard without the blackReseneLimerickWant a blackboard but don’t want it to be black? No problem. You can either useResene SpaceCote Low Sheen in any colour with normal chalk or try Resene Write-onWall Paint (seen here over Resene Spotlight) with whiteboard marker or liquid chalk.There are thousands of colours to choose from so your coloured blackboard can suityour décor. Make sure you get a good contrast between the marker or chalk and paintcolour for legibility. Available from Resene ColorShops and Resellers.Image courtesy of Yellow Foxgroovy babyThe retro look of Newtech’s Easy vanities,mirrors and tower units is inspired bythe latest European collections. Finishedhere in Resene Clockwork Orangeusing Resene ArmourCat 823 Glossbut available in any Resene colour, thevanity comes in three sizes with offsetbasin options for an even quirkier look.See the Newtech brochure online atwww.newtechproducts.co.nz or visitany bathroom retailer.ReseneFlashback12

just an illusionReseneCobblestoneReal Fires sophisticated new fire will make you do a double-take. The Flameboyant Illusionhas a long suspended flame that appears to float for a striking addition to your interiors.At 1800mm long, it comes in various configurations including corner, double-sided, fullyopen and fully closed. See www.realfires.co.nz.elegant twistIntroduce a little traditional elegancewith a contemporary twist into yourhome and open the door to excitingpossibilities for your own interiorswith the Bloomsbury House wallpapercollection (pictured is Lytton). Dress yourwalls with stunning accent featuresthat co-ordinate perfectly with theircompanion papers. Available fromResene ColorShops.ReseneQuarter Biscottithe luxury of velvetWarwick Fabrics has combined classical designsand tactile velvets with a contemporary paletteof colours in shades of magenta, moody greysand vibrant blues for its luxurious new Valentinocollection. The collection comes in five designsand four colourways. See www.warwick.co.nz.ReseneBona Fidedesign for allAfter many years of internationalresearch Lifetime Design has developeda series of accessible and adaptablehouse design standards, calledLifeStandards. These are designed inresponse to the diverse demands oftoday’s consumers – including youngfamilies, older people and people withdisabilities. Simple design featuresinclude wider doorways, level entries,adaptable bathrooms and easy-to-usefixtures and fittings.Lifetime Design independentlyassesses house plans and designsagainst the relevant LifeStandard.Designs that are approved by LifetimeDesign are eligible to apply to usethe Lifemark seal of approval. Visitwww.lifetimedesign.co.nz.ReseneBreakfreecooking for the futureThe new POP883S Westinghouse oven hasquadruple glazed doors and fingerprintresistant stainless steel. It comes with twopyrolytic cleaning programs and a 10-functionoven, with touch-on-glass controls. The huge80-litre capacity lets you cater for any eventand the Boss technology features include lownoise and A-class energy efficiency. For moreinformation see www.westinghouse.co.nz.go cordlessThe Luxaflex® Duette® LiteRise®cordless system makes raising andlowering blinds easier than ever.Simply push up to raise and pull downto lower. The new system holds blindssecurely in any position and with itscordless format, is the ultimate childsafety window covering. For furtherinformation visit www.luxaflex.co.nzor contact Luxaflex on 09 574 2200.ReseneKumutoto13

off the shelfa little kinkyCurlicue is a stunning heavy-weightchunky cut pile made from 100% feltedNew Zealand wool which is exclusiveto Cavalier Bremworth. Named for thecurly ends – a result of the kinky hardtwiststructure – Curlicue has rounderand thicker tufts than any other cut pilein the Cavalier Bremworth range. Thisprovides a superbly sensuous underfootexperience and because the woolfibres are locked into a smooth andstrong structure, the carpet has superbdurability and comfort. View the fullCavalier Bremworth product range atwww.cavbrem.co.nz. ResenePerfect Taupekiddy kitchensAny aspiring chefs in the family? Getthem one of these gorgeously colourfulplay kitchens by Alphabet Art. Paintedin Resene paints, the kitchens also useResene Blackboard Paint and ReseneMagnetic Magic. This one is finished inResene Tutti Frutti, Resene Lochmaraand Resene Resolution Blue with ReseneRoadster on the stove top. For more cuteproducts see www.alphabetart.co.nz.warm towels for lessThere’s nothing quite like a warm, dry towel waiting foryou when you step out of the shower, but the cost ofrunning a heated towel rail adds up. Installing a heatedtowel rail timer could save you up to $115 a year.A timer is fast and easy for an electrician to install andthere are several different models available ranging fromaround $30 up to $150. For more information and otherenergy efficiency tips, visit www.energywise.govt.nz.ReseneDaydreamthe lived-in lookNew to the Teragren Portfolio range isHewn Tawny, a hand-scraped bamboofloor, suitable for rooms naturally full oflight, such as sun porches or living areas.It is super strong, made with Xcoratechnology which is 154% harder thanred oak, so perfect for high-traffic areas.Teragren Portfolio comes prefinished,and the Hewn Tawny colour is availablein wide-plank with a self-locking systemwhich is easy install. The flooring comeswith a 25-year residential finish warranty.Available from www.teragren.co.nz.ReseneBarely Therehandy neutralsPlanning on a neutral colour scheme,but not sure which one to choose? TheResene whites and neutrals collection isnow available in palette cards to makechoosing easier – tuck them into yourhandbag or pocket as a handy referencewhen you go shopping for fabrics,furniture and other finishing touches.The range of 28 palettes covers morethan 300 whites and neutrals huesthrough to black, including up to sixstrength variations of the most popularResene colours. Available from ReseneColorShops and selected Resellers.ResenePoetshimmer and shineCheck out the new additions to the ReseneCurtain Collection. Resene Xpressions is a modernretro design with a shimmer shine effect (left)while Resene Labyrinth is an Art Nouveau inspiredclassic scroll with a subtle raised effect. Curtainscome with a standard lining or you can upgradeto a blockout backing. Available from ReseneColorShops and selected curtain specialists (NZonly). See www.resene.co.nz/curtains.ReseneNite Life14

off the shelfgo underwaterThe striking range of Walltastic muraldesigns is now available through Resene.Ideal for kids’ rooms and play areas, theyfeature everything from dinosaurs tounderwater scenes, fairies to soccer. Bestof all, you don’t need to be an expertto apply them! Available from selectedResene ColorShops or view the range onthe Resene website www.resene.co.nz/walltastic.htm.ReseneAquariusyou viewResene has created Resene channels on YouTube tomake it quick and easy for you to view everythingfrom the Resene Total Colour Awards ceremony toroadshow presentations, how to apply paint andhang wallpaper videos and much more. Checkout the Resene channels on YouTube – you’ll findthem under ReseneSpecifier, ReseneDecorating,Resene1946 and ReseneTrade.ReseneEarthstonegraffiti no moreUnsightly graffiti overyour property not onlylooks bad, but is likelyto attract more graffiti.Now you can protectyour home or businessusing Resene UracrylGraffitiShield. Traditionalanti-graffiti coatings arefull of solvents. Resene Uracryl GraffitiShieldis a high performance waterborne two packurethane with lower VOCs. Once cured, graffitican be removed using Resene Graffiti Cleanerwithout the need to repaint. Both productsare available from Resene ColorShops andResellers, www.resene.com.good to be greenResene was delighted to win theSustainable Business of the Year awardat the Sustainable Business NetworkNational Awards, the S60 Exemplarand Marketplace awards and a GreenRibbon award. These awards don’tjust celebrate having ‘green products’,but focus on a range of sustainabilityinitiatives – from products to services,to the things that Resene’s suppliers,painters and clients are doing. Reseneis always grateful for your suggestions.Feedback can be sent via the Resenewebsite, www.resene.com.ReseneKandinskyperfect fitAt a height of only 45 or 60cm, thenew Bosch ActiveWater Smartdishwashers are designed to fit intopractically every kitchen. Taking sixor eight place settings, they can beinstalled to a precise height so youdon’t have to bend every time you loadand unload. Faster heating-up, targetedwater circulation and improved pumpperformance means the dishwashersuse less water and less energy withoutcompromising performance. TheVarioSpeedoption letsyou washdishes inalmost halfthe timeReseneStreetwiseaccent itAccent walls are increasingly being used in interiorschemes to bring new elements of focus and style toa space. Make a statement based on today’s trends,then change it as often as you like. Walltrends II is a‘paste the wall’ wallpaper collection – easy to hangand easy to remove. View thousands of wallpapersonline (pictured is Everglade) in the Resenewallpaper library, www.resene.com/wallpaper.Resene Walltrends II wallpapers are available fromResene ColorShops.mirror, mirrorReseneStratosphereFor Mark Batty,creating artisticmirrors is morethan fun, it’s apassion. Markstarted newlocal companyWallpond aroundtwo years ago,based on the idea thatmirror design needn’t stick to the statusquo. Wallpond can tailor-make to nearlyany size, shape or colour with nearly anymaterial. The mirrors are finished in avariety of Resene colours and products;pictured above is the Tikal mirror, usingResene Gold Dust metallic paint overResene Black in a crackle effect. Visitwww.wallpond.com.16

getting it rightThe drawdowns have arrived and you are still not sure! Deciding onpaint colour can be difficult – colour can be the difference between asuccessful finish or one that doesn’t look anything like you imagined.Colour is always being shadowed or reflected by the colours adjacentto it, so how we use it can also change the dynamics of a room, andwhether it feels good to live or work in. Join colour expert DebbieAmbercrombie for her weekly Colour Design Course to learn how tounderstand and manipulate colour, and to take the mystery and stressout of your next project. See www.debbieabercrombie.co.nz.keeping it clearReseneHigh NoonKeep your timber flooring looking good with Resene QristalClearFloor waterborne urethane clear, a tough durable finishformulated especially for floors. Available in a desirable satinfinish, Resene Qristal ClearFloor can be applied by homeownersas well as professional tradespeople.Resene Qristal ClearFloor 1K is available in a single packdesigned for general flooring use with low to medium foottraffic. Or choose Resene Qristal ClearFloor 2K, a harder wearingwaterborne option for high abrasion areas. Enjoy lower odourand VOCs than traditional solventborne flooring clears. AskResene staff for more information on whether Resene QristalClearFloor is right for your flooring project. www.resene.com.