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THE STAR, sunday 24 october 2021 HOME & LIVING
Home sweet home
Enhance your living space with stylish furniture
and turn your house into a comfortable one.
16 Home & Living THE STAR, SUNDAY 24 OCTOBER 2021
Steeling the
hearts of the
community
THERE are many benefits to having a good and notes that the recent spike in
roof over one’s head. The roof itself proves requests spurred the launch of the
to be a founding block of the building struc- #RoofingOurCommunities movement. NS BlueScope Malaysia’s Roofing Our Communities movement is all about reaching out to
ture. Dubbed the backbone of the house, the The company’s latest initiative sees it help homes and community buildings which need a new roof, especially during the start of
roof keeps you, your family and belongings pledging roof repair services for underprivi- the rainy season.
secure from harsh weather conditions, leged homes and community buildings from
among other things. now to Dec 21, 2021. homes for the elderly and community Colorbond steel’s ThermaTech technology
As one of the global leaders in premium NS BlueScope Malaysia country president buildings such as community halls, Rukun would be able to reduce roof surface
branded coated and painted steel products, Koh Boon Hong said: “Strength is choosing to Tetangga and clinics. temperature of up to 6°C.
NS BlueScope Malaysia extols the benefits of do what is right with what we do best. “We believe having proper shelter means
a good roof with its patented steel roof made “Having a proper shelter especially during more than just having a roof over your head. How you can participate
with Australian technology. It is touted to be the rainy season is a basic and essential right The technology we invested into our steel As the company does its part in uplifting
durable and more thermally efficient, giving but unfortunately, there are still those who roofs such as solar heat reduction and the community, you can also participate
buildings long-lasting protection against are deprived of this need. self-cleaning technology help enhance in this initiative by nominating a home
corrosion and making it cooler to boot. “With this initiative, we pledge to living comfort and durable use, and these that needs reroofing and share with NS
NS BlueScope Malaysia also strives to continuously contribute to the well-being are meant for everyone to enjoy,” said BlueScope Malaysia the details such as the
build stronger bonds, not only amongst of our communities.” NS BlueScope Malaysia marketing vice name, home address, contact number and
stakeholders but with the community as In a bid to uplift these communities, the president Ken Wong. a picture of the nominated house via email:
well. Moreover, with the country currently company also aims to bring forth improve- Furthermore, NS BlueScope Malaysia also events@bluescope.com.
in the midst of battling the Covid-19 ments to the lives of the people in communi- intends to educate homeowners on the NS BlueScope Malaysia will review and
pandemic, NS BlueScope Malaysia intends ties that it operates in along with its official importance of roofing right for the season. notify the nominated home if it is chosen.
to lend a helping hand to the community. partners such as NS BlueScope Lysaght For instance, when living in a tropical Terms and conditions apply.
This is achieved through its Connaction Malaysia, Swissma Building Technologies, paradise like Malaysia, a typical hot day The company encourages the nation to
(connecting through action) initiative with United Seasons, DMI Building Products, would have us either turning on the air participate in the nomination process, even
the aim of building stronger bonds with Asia Roofing Industries, Le Nam Megasheet, conditioning or equipping ourselves with if the nomination is for their own home.
the community, caring for the environment, Kextra Malaysia, Thung Hing Metal Industry, as many fans as we can get hold of.
respecting local values and encouraging United G.I Products and official media ACG The brand shared that while we often hear ■ For more information, log on to
involvement. Media. the expression or opinion that a house with www.nsbluescope.com/my/myroc or
NS BlueScope Malaysia annually assists The project would include standalone a steel roof makes for a hot and humid WhatsApp 010-431 6163 or follow them
the nation through its reroofing initiatives houses, kampung houses, orphanage homes, home, a well-insulated steel roof with its on Facebook at NS BlueScope Malaysia.
If you’re doing a big job, pour paint onto a roller tray. But for small jobs, you may dip straight
into the tin.
Handy paint job tips
YOU may call in a contractor to paint your paper to the floor too. Collect those dry
kitchen or the outside of your home, but for cleaning plastic bags and use those to cover
little things like touching up a door, or giving the TV, radio, etc.
the bathroom a new coat of paint, it’s easier
to pick up a brush and get to it. Avoid drips
If you’re taking on a mini paint project If you’re doing a big job, pour paint onto a
this weekend, here are some tips to ensure roller tray. But for small jobs, you may dip
the job is picture perfect. straight into the tin.
To avoid those spills on the side from
Prepare where you wipe the excess paint from your
Fill nail holes and other imperfections brush, put a thick rubber band over the
with paintable caulk and filler before you open paint tin. Now when you dip in your
start so you have a smooth surface. brush, slide it along the band.
If necessary, use a primer so that your
paint goes on easily and goes further. If Don’t stretch
you’re painting a door with gloss, ask for a Painting is quite a good exercise but you
primer that can deal with this. don’t want to end up suffering from sore
muscles while holding a paint can in one
Protect hand while you stretch out to reach a far
Before you start, use wide swaths of mask- corner with your brush. Use a proper
ing tape to protect areas from splashes, spills stepladder and make sure you can reach
and brush-overs. Tape thick layers of news- everything easily.
THE STAR, SUNDAY 24 OCTOBER 2021 Home & Living 17
Screens to keep
your home safe A dryer has
several
advantages
over air-drying,
including
drying a full
WE often worry about unwanted load within an
“guests” such as intruders, stray
hour.
animals and annoying insects that
may affect our security and health.
The ideal dryer
Mesh-Secure premium security
doors and windows are an
effective way to maintain security
while allowing clear vision and
ventilation. This aesthetically
pleasing and functional product is WE live in the tropics, so unless it load will take. However, it means
of Australian ingenuity. is pouring with monsoon rain, it’s you risk over- and under-drying. A
Mesh-Secure screens are meticu- fairly easy to dry clothes within a moisture sensor means you can
lously woven from high-tensile day by hanging them outside. choose “iron dry”, which means
wire into a stainless steel mesh of However, with air-drying, there enough moisture for easy power
superior quality and strength, are two things that can happen. ironing, to “super dry” where you
which is guaranteed against rust First, the sun is very harsh so if fold and put it away.
for 20 years. you’re not careful, direct light can > Get the right size – bigger is
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cooling your living space. At night, towels can dry leaving the material few items only, the clothes won’t
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