Questions
Q: Is our products Environmentally Sustainable?
A: Yes! Calder Interiors focus on producing an environmentally sustainable range of lighting products using, where practical, natural and recyclable materials such as New Zealand wool, recyclable plastic sheeting, recycled timber and copper. Water based glues are used for adhering.
We blend old and new, classic and contemporary to create lighting with a timeless finish, meeting the market both here in New Zealand and overseas. Calder Interiors are the only company in New Zealand to bring together a number of very talented lampbase makers who produce a unique range of Otago stone, slip cast ceramic and copper and bronze patina finishes.
In lampshade manufacturing, Calder Interiors focuses on traditional methods of construction with New Zealand made frames and styrenes, which also includes a range of photographic images with especially designed UV protected film which can be printed onto special photographic backlit or linen.
We carry a wide range of energy saving light bulbs in compact fluorescent and the new style of halogen bulbs.
Q: What does it take to make Lampshades?
A: This is a specialised business and we have spent 11 years investigating all the specialised glue used for attaching wallpapers, tiles and fabrics. We have explored into collecting drift wood from Muriwai Beach and gluing them onto Lampshades. We have a wide range of designs and the means to make them reality. Alot of our works originate from french designs.
You can't just start designing lampshades, they are very specailised and require alot of delicate planning and equipment. You can't just use any glue, you don't want to end up with water content or run marks. You have to come to us, these are custom made. We have a variety of ceiling Roses, two electricians that put the wiring together with only the best Reeves fittings, they are Powder coated and laminated and made in New Zealand.
Q: Can I clean my Lampshade upholestry?
A: Yes, you can start by cleaning the inside with a damp cloth and some methylated spirits. On the outside you can start off by using a white stabler rubber or the nozzle of a vacuum cleaner on low, or a soft brush. If the mark has ceased to be removed and if its a cotton shade you can use a small amount of sunlight soap, but dampen the entire shade as you don't want any watermarks to appear. When it comes to cleaning the diffuser plate (the bottom of the lampshade) all of Calder Interior's diffusers have the ability to go in and out of the shade which is best cleaned with a micro cloth or methylated spirits.
Q: Why are there no prices on the website?
A: As a designer you get a more affordable prices than the public, they are all custom made, are all different and have specifications to the lampshades, everything is priced and arranged through the manufacturers as the materials are ordered. With the extensive range of fabrics, we design as the client requests then we establish a price as the work is developed.
Q: How can you find out what types of Lampshades we make?
A: It's simple, just keep reading. The styles are from Traditional to Tiffanies, Victorian, Tapered Drums, Waisted Swirl, Panel, Regency and
Architecturally designed one off lamps. We are the only company that can weld and manufacture?frames on our manufacturing premises. We have the ability to go up to 2 meters in diameter, but if needed we can go larger. We also make wall lights, up lights and floor standing lampshades.
Q: Can I get a Calder Interiors catalog or brochure?
A: Yes you can just drop us an email at calder.interiors@xtra.co.nz or if you want you can
call us and we can come meet with you. We cover all of New Zealand.
Appointments are a must, this way we can ensure no overlapping of clients.
Q: Are Refunds or exchanges avaliable?
A: We pride ourselves to put the job first to make sure our clients are happy, there are many stages and the clients are kept in the loop with all the details and communication is essential this way we ensure no problems. Although we can offer a refund we do prefer to have the opportunity to repair the damage and satisfy the customer.
Q: A question on delivery status of the lapshades.
How can I get help?
A: We use all courier companies thoughout New Zealand as well as fragile freight companies for the more delicate lampshades. For South Island we use crates and airfreight for International orders. The lampshades are a standard cost and the freight is additional. Delivery is usually within 2 to 3 weeks, but we offer a specail turn around time for urgent jobs.
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