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LAUNDRY EFFICIENCIES SPACE SAVING, HANDY IDEAS FOR HOME The laundry may be one of the smallest rooms in our homes, but it’s most likely one of the hardest working spaces where practicality and functionality go hand in hand. Along with this, backyard sizes are decreasing, and more people are living in apartments, making space saving laundry ideas a priority. The iconic laundry solutions experts, Hills, offers some smart ways to get clothes on the line in the cold and wet winter months. Utilise an airer to save space and energy Compared to a machine dryer, not only is air drying clothes more environmentally friendly because it uses less energy, but it also prevents static cling on fabrics and increases the lifespan of clothes. If you’re limited on space, use vertical airers to make use of the room’s height. Options such as the Hills 3 Tier Mobile Tower Airer (RRP from $60) is ideal as it has 19 metres of drying space and 60 dedicated clothes hang hook slots. Identify a ‘hotspot’ Look for a suitable ‘hotspot’ in
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your home where you can easily set up a portable clothes line or airer. This could be in front of a window where the light and heat from the sun can reach the laundry or between open windows to enable fresh air to flow freely into rooms and create ventilation, to speed up the drying time. Hang clothes systematically A systematic approach to hanging clothes can make the process more efficient. If you are hanging sheets, towels and clothes on the same clothesline, begin with sheets, then towels and finish with clothing. This makes the most efficient use of the space. For racks that are closely stacked, hang smaller garments such as underwear. If all the railings are occupied, place additional clothing on coat hangers and position them on the outer rails of the airer or clothesline. This saves time later on, as they can be placed straight into the wardrobe once they’re dry.
racks near an air vent, heat source or dehumidifier. Ensure there is space between the clothesline or airer and the surrounding walls.
either hanging vertically or placed horizontally in shelf spaces in the laundry area. For a lightweight option, use the stylish Hills Foldable Bamboo Laundry Basket (RRP $29.95) which has a 35L capacity, and a foldable frame for storage convenience, or the Hills Premium Aluminium Laundry Hamper (RRP $36).
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A very good and rare opportunity to secure this nice Torrens Titled approx. 229m2 property on busy Queen Expressions of Interest close 6th Aug Street, St Marys that is just about 280 metres from INSPECT By Appointment both the St Marys railway station and the coming ultra ADDRESS 64 Queen Street, St Marys modern Metro station for the Badgerys Creek Airport CONTACT Professionals St Marys 9673 4422 link. Currently has a long term tenant on an expired Terry Hansen 0418 245 683 lease with an annual gross rent of $34,941.72 per annum (exclusive of GST) for the coming 12 months. Please email or ring Terry Hansen for information.
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Proudly presented for sale by the Professionals Outer Contact Agent Western Sydney is this lovely home that is walking distance to Rooty Hill Station, local shops, schools and INSPECT By Appointment ADDRESS 3B Waratah Street, Rooty Hill parklands along with great tenants paying $550pw and wanting to stay on. • Positioned on a quiet cul-de- CONTACT Professionals St Marys 9673 4422 sac • BRs with BIs to all & ensuite to main deluxe Rob Masters 0414 281 291 master • Modern gas cooking kitchen with stone benchtop • Bathroom & shower tiled throughout and separate toilet • Ducted air conditioning & an alarm
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26 Capella Street, Erskine Park
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Call for Private Inspection Set on a large 629sqm block is this recently renovated family home featuring: • 4 bedrooms, 3 with BIRs • Multiple living areas • Kitchen with gas cooking, dishwasher & stainless steel appliances • Huge outdoor entertainment area • Manicured lawns • In-ground pool • Double lock-up garage • Ducted air cond • Rental potential $600-$650pw
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Nothing To Spend!! Split level home on 561sqm • Living/dining • Large open kitchen, stainless steel appliances & walk-in pantry • Spacious renovated bathroom with large vanity & 2 basins • Large rumpus room which could be used as a 2nd living area, 4th bedroom or home office • Access to outdoor deck • Large master bedroom with WIR & ensuite • Air cond • Returning $540pw
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7/40-42 Victoria Street, Werrington
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Featuring: • Two generously sized bedrooms all with $349,950 built-ins • Large living room and a balcony with serene INSPECT By Appointment outlook views • Low maintenance comfortable living. ADDRESS 7/40-42 Victoria Street, Werrington With other fantastic additions including a lock-up garage and a sparkling swimming pool in the complex CONTACT Professionals Erskine Park 9834 3555 this property won’t last long. Investors make note – Angelo Mavris 0425 361 696 will easily rent for $300 per week. With too many features to list an inspection is a must. Call to inspect you won’t be disappointed.
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Penrith Greater Region and Blue Mountains FOR SALE
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Simply Stunning – Perfect Location • Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom family home • Stunning modern fixtures & finishes • Gorgeous kitchen with Caesarstone benches • Amazing stylish bathroom with loads of appeal • Established lawn & gardens set on this fully fenced 560m2 block
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5/2 Warramunga Street, St Marys
Fantastic Townhouse – Fantastic Tenants • Spacious 2-storey townhouse • 3 great-sized bedrooms • Nice open kitchen area • Large main bathroom – 2 toilets • 5 min walk to shops, train station • Currently leased at $310 per week • Asking $465,000
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12 Coronation Grove, Cambridge Gardens
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15 Marscay Street, Kellyville Ridge
This Is Sure To Impress You • 4 bedroom Bellvale open plan design home • Ensuite into main and a massive main bathroom • Formal lounge with parquetry flooring and large separate family room • Ducted air conditioning, Tasmanian blackwood timber kitchen • Double garage and huge entertaining area on a 495sqm block
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Hidden Beauty On 750m2 Block!! • Beautiful 3 bedroom family home set on 750m2 block • Stunning new flooring & modern colour scheme • Gorgeous modern kitchen • 3 great-sided bedrooms • Huge under cover entertaining area • Potential granny flat development (STCA)
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