We built House of Nails to give talented artists a place to do their best work — and to be proud of it. We hand-pick exceptional artists, let them flourish and deliver great client experience.
From day one, we crafted the client experience with intention. From the architecturally designed space, to hospital-grade hygiene standard, everything is meticulously chosen for a single outcome: flawless and lasting nails with exceptional services.
Prices below are for short and medium length. Long and XL are extra — please check online for accurate pricing.
Price varies depending on the complexity — contact us for a quote.
Shape, buff, and a flawless colour.
Full cuticle care, strengthening layer, colour, and a relaxing foot massage.
Foot spa, sugar scrub, and a warm hot-stone leg & foot massage, colour of your choice.
Our full spa ritual: foot spa, scrub, colour, hot-stone massage, and a moisturising mask.
Full manicure, full-cover tips for length, and gel colour.
Full manicure, builder gel layer for strength, finished with gel colour on top.
Full manicure, refill builder gel, and fresh gel colour.
Shape, buff, and a flawless gel colour.
Full cuticle care, strengthening layer, gel colour and a warm hand massage.
Every set is done by a senior artist — hand-picked and meticulously trained to our standard. Whoever you book, you’re in expert hands.
Every tool that touches your skin is single-use or hospital-grade sterilised. Your safety is never an afterthought.
Our prep and application are built for a finish that holds. If anything chips or lifts within ten days, we’ll make it right (excluding external impact).
Beautiful nails shouldn’t cost you healthy ones. Our technique protects your natural nails — so you can keep wearing, and growing them.
Our actual work — real client nails that last 3 weeks or more
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For extra length that still looks and feels like your own nails. Gel-X bonds a full-cover gel tip to your nail — no harsh acrylic, no heavy filing. Our most popular way to add length. Lasting 3–4 weeks if maintained well.
Best for: adding length while keeping a natural look.
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A strong, structured overlay applied over your natural nails or existing extensions. It adds a protective layer while keeping a natural look, and lasts three to four weeks — without the harsh chemicals and heavy filing of acrylics. Lasting 3–4 weeks if maintained well.
Best for: growing your nails out naturally, or protecting weak or brittle nails.
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Our fast, affordable option. Every application starts with an enhancement gel layer that protects your natural nail and helps the colour last. Unlike builder gel, it’s removed and reapplied each visit. Option for normal polish or gel. Lasting 2–3 weeks if maintained well.
Best for: a quick, affordable refresh, or if your natural nails are already strong.
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Choose your level: buff, shape and polish for simple colour; the enhancement gel pedicure adds cuticle care and a foot massage; or go all in with our Signature Spa Pedicure. Option for normal polish or gel. Lasting 4–6 weeks.
Best for: polished, tidy toes — or an hour of proper unwinding.
Book nowWe have 2 salons in Christchurch. Our city central salon is located on Level 1, 87 Manchester Street. Our Ferrymead salon is located at 2A/1027 Ferry Road.
Both our salons open from 9.30am – 6.30pm, Monday to Saturday.
The best way to book an appointment is on our website at www.houseofnails.co.nz/book-now. Otherwise you can also call us at 021686584 or email us at hello@houseofnails.co.nz.
We recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred time, but we will always do our best to accommodate walk-ins subject to availability.
To respect our artists’ time and protect their income, all bookings are subject to a cancellation policy. We kindly ask that you observe our policy below: 50% fee for cancellations or rescheduling within 24 hours of your appointment. 100% fee for no-shows, or cancellations and rescheduling within 2 hours of your appointment.
If your nails are under 4 weeks old and still in good condition, you can book an infill appointment. If they are 4 weeks or older, or you’re experiencing lifting, chipping, or breakage, we recommend booking a removal and new set for the best results.
If you have any questions about which service would be most suitable for your nails, feel free to call or email us and we’ll be happy to help. Otherwise, our artists will provide a consultation at your first appointment to recommend the best option for you.
You can send photos to our Instagram or email and we can provide a quote with instructions on how to book.
Yes we can. Each gel manicure or pedicure service includes an option to get normal polish at the same price.
Yes we do. You can send us an enquiry through our bridal and group booking page.
Yes, we offer normal polish manicures and pedicures for children aged 4+, gel manicures and pedicures for 10+, and nail extensions for 12+ (as this usually depends on nail bed size), although we’re happy to assess younger children with larger nail beds on a case-by-case basis.
Yes we do — please include removal in your booking.
Yes, all our artists are hand-picked based on strict criteria before joining our team. They also go through comprehensive technical and customer training to ensure consistent quality across the whole team.
Yes — and the salon pays the processing fees.
All of our artists are trained to deliver consistently high-quality plain sets and basic nail art. For more intricate designs, some artists have particular strengths in different styles, so if you’re after something detailed, just send us a message or email first and we’ll recommend the best artist for your design.
Children are welcome to accompany you if needed, although we recommend not bringing them where possible, as a nail salon contains chemicals, sharp tools, and other potential hazards. If childcare isn’t an option, we’re more than happy for them to tag along — we simply ask that they remain supervised throughout your appointment.
Our Ferrymead salon is wheelchair accessible. Unfortunately our Manchester Street salon is not wheelchair accessible.
Yes, we have onsite parking available at both locations. For our 87 Manchester Street salon, you can park at 58 Manchester Street, in car parks #20 or #21. Please only use these spaces during your appointment with us.
