Testimonials

"If being heard and understood when it comes to decorating your home is a priority for you, then Gloria and Material Effects is the place for you! Colour, style and attention to detail is her specialty. Her friendly, supportive and intuitive transformation of my home was a delightful experience and one which I would recommend to anyone. Thank you Gloria!"
Helen Loveday.

"You took our corporate colours and translated them into a welcoming, composed and professional environment for staff and clients alike. We continue to be delighted with the result of placing our trust in your professional expertise."
Ken Beams
General Manager
Nelson Building Society

"I can thoroughly recommend investing in quality fabrics and workmanship for drapes and blinds. Twelve years ago Gloria provided an expert planning and sewing service for our new home and we were thrilled with the results. Previously I had spent hours visiting various shops, bringing home arm loads of samples but not being able to explain sufficiently what I wanted. Then I met Gloria at her business and was really impressed with her knowledge of her products and her understanding of my drawings and wish list.
We chose raw silk for our lounge curtains because we wanted something which would fold back to the minimum so the view would not be impeded. It was an expensive initial cost, but they work very well with our requirements and over the years we have had so many comments and compliments about those drapes. My daughter was home recently and said, "Those curtains don't look 12 years old. They are still stunning.
Our other drapes and Roman blinds have stood the test of time and Nelson sunshine and I would again willingly pay for quality fabrics and service. "
Colleen Malcolm

"We were still pleased with the first house you helped us with when we moved after close to 15 years. With our new home I had absolutely no idea where to start when confronted with the reality of choosing a whole houseful of flooring, a kitchen, bathrooms, wall colours inside and out, and furnishings. As well as the major decisions it's the little things that make the difference- the positioning of a rug, the height of the graphic glass in the bathroom. Your friendly manner has me feeling I can call for help with the smallest detail. Your excellent work has once again resulted in a beautiful home that is more than I dreamed we could achieve."
Glenys Hogarth

"Thank you for all the effort you have put into finding me the perfect fabric. Your service has been awesome!"
Lisa Washer

"I am absolutely thrilled with my curtains!"
Jenny McLellan

"I really appreciate your advice, your time, effort, hard work and everything you did for us. You did a great job. That curtain looks beautiful and everybody is saying so."
Raj Kamal,
Simply Indian

"You took away the stress, and gave me a timeless, integrated scheme. I could never have achieved this on my own."
Sue Atkins

"Being a busy person, I was so pleased you saved me countless hours of leg work and gave me a scheme using products I never would have found. I love my new home!"
Mrs Gilbert

"Before I found Material Effects I was feeling overwhelmed by all the decisions I had to make. Having all that knowledge in one place is wonderful"
Mrs Nelson

"Material Effects has been great - very flexible with times for measuring and extremely prompt with samples and quotes. We are delighted with the curtains and blinds we have had made and have just decided to do more ! The whole process has been straightforward - the advice excellent and personal to us. I have already recommended Material Effects to friends and its the only place I will use in the future."
Dr Kate Gregory

"The team at Material Effects have impressed me with their knowledge of products and their ability to effectively gain an understanding of our design intent and the tastes of our clients."
Liz Palmer Palmer & Palmer Architects Ltd

"It's around 20 years since I bought my living room curtains from you. I still love them, and they still look as good as the day they went up. When I came in to choose cushions to go with them recently, you not only remembered me, but you remembered the curtain fabric as well."
Heather Kirk