Winter at Home

Trusted Painters NZ

- your partner for painting services on the North Shore

Trusted Painters NZ take care of all interior and exterior preparation and painting projects, both residential and commercial. Channel's Liz Cannon chatted with owner and CEO Michal Martyniuk to find out more.

Michal Martyniuk. Channel Magazine: Who is Trusted Painters and what do you do?

Michal Martyniuk: Trusted Painters proudly position ourselves as the most reliable and professional local painting company for all our existing clients and future customers. We are a family business specialising in commercial and residential properties, dedicated to finding unique painting solutions at a fair price for everyone in and around Auckland's North Shore and beyond.

CM: What's the background behind Trusted Painters?

MM: I'd been working in the painting business for over ten years and finally decided to establish my own copany, Trusted Painters NZ in 2019 to provide quality painting services for residential and commercial properties across the North Shore and the wider Auckland region. I am proud to be a Kiwi-owned family business. Simply put, we are totally passionate about beautiful and neat painting services and always stand for quality. We genuinely love making houses, roofs, garages, offices, fencing – whatever the project – beautiful and looking like new again!

CM: How do you stay at the top of the painting game?

MM: Quality, quality, and then quality again! We only ever use the best quality paint and equipment, which ensures the final result is much more detailed, precise and clean. We assist with scaffolding and have our own builder available on site. We also offer painting, staining and finishing projects with a professional pneumatic spray gun if necessary. Our foundation rule is to always strive to meet the ever-changing needs and expectations of our customers.

Before. After. CM: What makes you stand out from other painting companies?

MM: It's simple. We follow the rules! We work fast but well, in an efficient and effective manner. That's why we always provide quotes per job. We focus on the job 100% and make it our priority, without wasting time on irrelevant activities while working; this makes us up to three times faster than other companies. We respect your time – time is gold!

CM: Family seems paramount to you - does that ethos run through your business too?

MM: Yes, absolutely! We're a family company and that extends to our team. We work and participate together as a team, supervising our workers personally.

TESTIMONIAL:

I was impressed with the communication from Michal throughout the job, making everything easy including organising the scaffolding and builder. Michal even had the Resene technical person on site to make sure we had the right paint for the job. The cost was reasonable and the painting work of a superb standard. Thank you, Michal for being such a pleasure to work with! I will miss our little chats! — Kerry, Devonport

Contact Trusted Painters for a free quote.

Limited dates still available for the winter season. Already taking bookings for spring and summer! Book your slot today - don't delay!

Contact TRUSTED PAINTERS 021 264 7470 martyniuk.management@gmail.com www.trustedpaintersnz.com

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Restore the value in your plaster clad house

If you have a plaster clad house, chances are that this winter you will be having some water tightness issues that you may not know about. Re-cladding is a great way to make sure your home is weather tight and warm next Winter! While dealing with the cladding it is a perfect time to update the look and appeal of your home and add value to your biggest asset. Exterior cladding can transform the look of an otherwise outdated structure, making it aesthetically appealing and increasing its market value. Each cladding type provides a unique look whether it be pine weatherboard, cedar, abodo or brick. Different materials complement each other and can make your home look more appealing when coming to sell. Recladding is also a great time to look at upgrading your aluminium joinery to double glazing to meet current thermal standards so that you have a warmer and more efficient home. Re-Cladding doesn’t need to be a daunting prospect. We can help you from concept plans and pricing through to completion of your dream home. We have completed multiple reclads on the Northshore and have a lot of experience working with cladding systems. Partnering with So Renovate will take the stress out of Re-Cladding your property and make it a fun, exciting journey.

FOR A NO OBLIGATIONS CHAT, GIVE US A CALL ON 0800 77 22 66 OR FOR MORE EXAMPLES OF OUR WORK CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE WWW.SORENOVATE.CO.NZ

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By George Elisara Director of Operations & Co-Founder Immerse: Foster Care

George Elisara.

When I reflect on my own childhood, I am aware of the high level of trauma and attachment issues that were present for me. Now as a parent of four beautiful children and one grandaughter, I am amazed at how much my connection, attachment, and relationship with them is flourishing, thanks to TBRI® (TrustBased Relational Intervention®)

If you decide to become a foster parent with us here at Immerse, we ensure that you are well equipped, trained, and supported by Immerse to provide a loving, nurturing, and healing home for our children from hard places. Our coaching and training team assist with providing practical tools and strategies for foster parents, parents, caregivers, teachers, or anyone who works directly with children, to help with challenging behaviours. TBRI® is a holistic, attachment-based, evidencebased, and trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. Our training team unpack the principles of Empowering (to address physical needs), Connecting (to meet attachment needs), Correcting (to disarm fear-based behaviours), plus the impact of cultural and intergenerational trauma. The framework is based on years of research into attachment, trauma, and neuroscience.

Many children who have experienced trauma can often have changes in their bodies, brains, behaviours, and belief systems. Children impacted by trauma need a holistic caregiving approach and strategies that will meet their unique needs which are often communicated with behaviours such as screaming, whining, and bedtime terrors. Children from hard places often suffer from sensory overload or sensory issues as well. The majority of us have experienced a certain level of trauma, loss, or attachment difficulties in some form during our lifetime. These can cause us to dysregulate, withdraw, isolate, and effectively force us into our “survival” or “primitive” brain, where our fight, flight, freeze or fawn responses live. Applying the right approaches, strategies, and therapy repetitively, in an appropriate environment, enables new neuro pathways to form in the brain, allowing new positive behaviours to emerge, and overall healing for our children and adults. The team and I here at Immerse, would love to help you on your journey to contributing to positively changing the lives of others.

For more information about Immerse and becoming a foster parent visit our website: www.immerse.org.nz or email: info@immerse.org.nz

By Lewis Rudall, Master Electrician and Director at Lake Road Electrical Lake Road Electrical

Lewis Rudall.

Last month we not only spoke about the psychological effects of lighting, but key features to consider when selecting lighting. Let’s look closely at CRI (Colour Rendering Index) in this month’s edition.

With quality lighting, true colours are revealed, textures stand out and finishes have more depth. But achieving natural colours from artificial light sources like LED can be compromised. That's why high CRI lights are recommended.

CRI is a measure of how accurate colours look under a light source when compared with sunlight. Rated on a scale of 1-100, CRI indicates how well an artificial light reproduces the colour of the objects it illuminates. The closer the CRI is to 100, the better the lighting source is at rendering colours naturally. The lower the CRI, the more unnatural the colours can look, specially reds and browns (think timber floors).

Standard LEDs have a CRI of 80, meaning they render 80% of the visible colour spectrum the sun produces at the same colour temperature. We suggest downlights with a CRI of over 90 to more accurately render the colours found on a sunny day at noon. Most professional series downlights have 90+CRI, while art series downlights have a high CRI of 97 which makes your art truly stand out.

When you chose the right downlights, with a high CRI, your skin tones and décor will appear in their true natural beauty. Book a free downlight trial and see the difference yourself!

Visit www.lakerodelectrical.co.nz for more news and tips. Lake Road Electrical is a family-owned business that specialises in residential electrical services. We currently offer 10% off for new customers up to $1000 & $250 off switchboard upgrades. So don’t wait call us now! Phone: 09-242 2204 Text: 0291287494 or email: Lewis@lakeroadelectrical.co.nz

By Teresa Burns, Doctor of Audiology. Director and owner of Teresa Burns Hearing Ltd.

How to Speak Clearly

Teresa Burns.

Do you have friends or relatives who seem to have problems with their hearing? Or perhaps you have a friend with hearing aids who still doesn’t hear well, especially in noisy situations?

There is a technique called ‘Clear Speech’ which is relatively easy to do and has been shown to result in at least 20% increase in clarity. It really helps, especially for people with hearing problems or when speaking in noisy background situations. • Slow down your speaking rate, with more precise pronunciation. This involves emphasising the beginnings and ends of words. • Raise the volume of your voice slightly, but don’t yell or shout. • Pause between key pieces of information. It’s the pauses which give people time to process the information. • Also, be sure you are face-to-face with your communication partner so they can get facial expressions, gestures, and lipreading cues. • Minimise background noise if possible. Turn down the music and pick a quiet area if possible (ie away from the barista and kitchen and any noisy groups). • Good lighting is important as well – so your listener can see your face. Be sure to avoid a glare from the window or backlighting (sitting with the window behind you) which can put your face in shadows.

If you have concerns about a friend or family member’s hearing – encourage them to get a hearing test. If they have hearing loss – get them to try hearing aids and wear them every day!

Dr. Teresa Burns is your local hearing expert. She’ll listen to your hearing story and will see you at your appointment – every time.

Teresa Burns AuD, MNZAS t: 09 475 9849 Location: Inside the Health - I Care Centre 215 Wairau Road, Glenfield, North Shore www.teresaburnshearing.co.nz By Dr Halima Maulidi, Specialist Paediatrician and owner of KIDZDOCTOR, a new paediatric telehealth service.

Keeping children healthy this winter

Dr Halima Maulidi.

Winter is known for short days, rain and cold weather. Cold temperatures also bring germs that cause respiratory infections. Keep children healthy during the winter season by following these simple ideas:

Wash germs away. One of the most effective ways to prevent catching and spreading germs is hand washing. Remind children to wash their hands for at least 20 seconds, using the five steps to hand washing. Alcohol gel is a suitable alternative when water is not available.

Keep children moving. Regular physical activity has many benefits including providing a boost to the immune system. Take family bike rides or walks around our beautiful neighbourhood.

Wrap up and go out! In addition to providing exposure to fresh air and vitamin D, studies show that being outdoors in nature also boosts immune defence mechanisms. Make sure your child is appropriately dressed outdoors. As a rule, dress children in one more layer than you would wear.

Eat your colours. Offer your child fresh fruit, vegetables, and protein. These foods are high in nutrients that support energy levels and a strong immune system. If your child has a very restrictive diet, incorporate these foods in smoothies as dietary sources of nutrients is best. As a last resort, you may consider a multivitamin supplement for children. Avoid high doses as toxicity can occur with some vitamins.

Sleep well. Make sure everyone in your home is getting plenty of rest and quality sleep during the colder months. Tiredness increases susceptibility to infections. Maintain a regular bedtime routine and avoid back-lit devices at least one hour before bedtime.

Stay hydrated. Water makes up 65-75% of children's bodies and has many important functions, including protecting against and clearing infections. Give your children a water bottle so they can drink regularly during the day. Primary school children should drink at least a litre of water a day.

Introducing Dr Jonny Wade, Bays Chiropractic

Dr Jonny Wade from Bays Chiropractic, a graduate of the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, is a modern-day chiropractor at the leading edge of his profession.

Dr Jonny Wade.

Bays Chiropractic, Mairangi Bay. A family man with two children and one on the way, Jonny styles his practice around families and the health benefits that come with chiropractic health care for mum, dad and the children, and also athletes who want to improve their performance or get back onto the field.

Outside the clinic Jonny is an active sportsman, engaging in just about everything: cross training, surfing, diving, fishing, stand up paddling, and snowboarding in the colder months. His enthusiasm, energy and obvious love for his profession is contagious; he is a great example of living what he does and what he teaches.

In his practice Jonny specialises in non-surgical care for lower back, disc herniation/bulges, chronic or acute, and also the treatment of chronic or acute neck conditions that cause migraines and headaches. He has up-to-the minute Cox Flexion/Distraction tables to facilitate these types of manipulation.

He also promotes the prevention of injuries at home or in the workplace through education, ergonomics, exercise, lifting techniques and posture. Incorporating chiropractic care alongside exercise and diet to achieve optimal health and well-being, Jonny uses the full spine, Thompson, Diversified and Gonstead chiropractic techniques.

Bays Chiropractic is a modern purpose built, multi-disciplinary clinic featuring four chiropractors, massage therapist, and an acupuncturist, all of whom are ACC registered. It has its own digital X-ray facility, and has abundant onsite parking.

Dr Jonathan Wade 516 East Coast Road, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630 Office +64 9 478 6578 | Mob +64 21 336 442 Email jonnythechiro@gmail.com Web www.bayschiro.co.nz

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