Life In Christchurch and the greater Canterbury Plains has its own unique benefits from views of the Port Hills to the sweeping views of the Southern Alps. However, local weather conditions do present unique property maintenance issues. Strong summer nor’west arch winds blow the fine topsoil, pollen and dust across the town. "Wet southerly fronts in winter cause condensation, mud and humidity trapped inside. As time goes on, this grit gets ground deep into carpet underlays and builds up a hazy layer on exterior glass, cutting down on natural daylight and deteriorating the quality of indoor air. Routine vacuuming and simple glass wiping only go so far in meeting these environmental demands. The Dirt and Moisture Truth of Canterbury All types of Canterbury homes, from older weatherboard villas in Merivale, family homes in Rolleston or new townhomes all over central Christchurch, absorb a lot of grit. The family and pets bring in gray silt that has abrasive particles, whic...