There’s more than meets the eye at Rug Affair, an unassuming shop in Northcote’s High Street. Among the rolls of carpets is the Magnet-EZe counter. It sells magnets for sticking to the fridge and to your body. No, not to make you more attractive. (There. We've said it.)

Magnetic Therapy dates back a few thousand years, and is believed to alleviate pain and promote healing. Spots of Gold (the deluxe gold-plated variety) sit on the skin and ‘promote blood flow…which in turn provides the body with the tools it requires to promote healing’. Even if you don't need them for therapy, the array of magnets kept in unmarked wooden cases and handled with care make for an interesting visit.