TOTAL QUALITY
Windsong Chimes are presented in lightweight, traveller-friendly
gift boxes and include a 2-year written Guarantee. We know
that crafting the best chimes means starting with the best
materials and a commitment to Total Quality. Windsong Chimes
showcase the skill and quality crafted into each design.
Aluminium tube – long lasting, lightweight and rust
free, our pipes are either powder coated or anodised for surface
colour and protection. Both powder coating and anodising facilities
have strict environmental controls in Australia.
Timber – we use at present three timbers for our chimes
components.
1. Rose gum – a plantation hardwood native to our region,
solar kiln dried, durable, colour pink to dark red.
2. Camphor laurel – introduced species from China. Due
to its invasive nature replacing native vegetation, logging
is considered an environmental necessity. Can have spectacular
colour and grain. Medium density.
3. Plantation pine – light colour and easily worked,
ideal for the striker component of chimes.
Depending on market conditions we may use timbers other than
the above. We never use timber sourced from clear fell logging
of old growth forest.
Timber finishing – from June 2005 all our timber components
will be finished with a non toxic blend of vegetable oils predominantly
based on tung oil. These oils from the plant kingdom are totally
replenishable, being harvested seasonally.
Stringing – in the medium and large chimes, the long
lasting, moisture resistant nylon cord is protected by pipe
grommets to prevent wear. The small chimes use a combination
of tough fishing line and nylon cord.
Whether for yourself or as a gift, choosing from the range
of Windsong Chimes is always guaranteed enjoyment. Pondering
over the variety of tunings, their pitch and the moods they
evoke is the first step. This smorgasbord of sounds may be
listened to as three main types. 
The chime in minor scale is
contemplative (eg. Abbey) and in pentatonic scale is tranquil
(eg. Malay) and in major scale is festive (eg Cathedral).
To assist in this selective process every Windsong Chime is
named to reflect its own musical character. This helps the
listener to identify the chime’s mood. Consider the different
sizes and colours to aid in choosing a chime that will assure
a lifetime of enjoyment.
The quality of the materials used in the manufacture of Windsong
Chimes means that you can hang your chimes in many places in
and around the home. However we do recommend that the chimes
be placed in a semi-protected position out of direct contact
with the harsher elements of the weather.
When placing your chime, think of it as a pot plant. Move
it around until you are happy with how it looks, and most importantly,
how it sounds. That perfect little spot you had in mind might
not have enough breeze, or worse still, may be a wind tunnel.
Consider hanging your chime inside where you can control its
sound by opening and closing a door or window.
The ringing bright sounds of some of our chimes are ideal
for bringing new positive energy to clear old negative energy.
Windchimes can be hung indoors or out. If they don’t
ring often indoors you can play them each time you pass, which
is still very effective. Hang windchimes to activate and awaken
the area to create more energy and movement in your environment
and your life.
