Housewares Reviews
Harpic with bleach
Harpic plus bleach is marketed as a toilet cleaner, but it can be used to clean the bathroom also. It comes in a white bottle with a red cap which has a lock so that children do not accidentally open it. This product comes in a 500 ml bottle …
Morph Water Purifier- Not a best Selection
I bought the purifier one year back which cleans the water from the borewell and use it for drinking purposes. Before Installation, the service team came to house and tested the water sample and gave a report on chemical composition. The result was the salt content and mineral content …
Atlantis Brita Water Pitcher
I needed to sanitize the tap water, for drinking, at my house at the Lake of the Ozarks. The Atlantis model of the Brita Water Pitcher line, is the smallest, holding 1 1/2 quarts. Within the housing of the lid, is a reservoir, where the water is placed, from …
Laundry Detergent
I have finally found another wonderful laundry detergent that is free from perfumes and dyes. It is non toxic, biodegradable, and hypo allergenic. I no longer have to worry about getting an allergic reaction to some unknown chemical. It was so great to see that it also removed some …
Williams Sonoma pink grapefruit dishsoap
I recently recieved my first bottle of Williams Sonoma pink grapefruit dishsoap. The elegant, tall, clear bottle filled with a delicate pink liquid is filled with essential oils that I can detect as soon as it is opened. I only have to use about 1 tspn. to fill up …
LuminAid Solar-Powered Inflatable Light
I actually came upon this by accident and I ended up ordering it. I was browsing DudeIWantThat.com and found that this was listed. This concept is actually really interesting and quite practical as well. The idea is to have a maximum, but not blinding brightness at the same time …
Kitchen Aid Blender
I got this blender when my Oster finally gave up on me after 10 years. Not exactly as I could’ve just changed the blades which were worn out. The machine was working fine. Unfortunately, these were not manufactured anymore, I decided to just upgrade my kitchen …
PUR Flavor Options Water Filtration System, 1 system
I’m sure you have heard of the PUR water filtrate and most people that I know really do have one. I guess I was the only one who didn’t have one so I decided to research the PUR and see what the talk was all about. I wanted to …
African Wild Child Handwash Blast Strawberry
The original reason for me buying this product was its incredible value. A 500ml bottle for only R20. That is 200ml more than most leading liqud handwash brands.
I switch to liquid hand wash while I was at university. I was sharing a house with a room mate and realised …
Aero Raised Headboard Bed
We just bought a new home and we ended up having an extra room for our guest. My husband wanted to buy an Aerobed for the room. I was against it because first of all they are a bit expensive. If you want to get a decent aerobed then …
Jysk
My first experience at Jysk was confusing. I spent quite a bit of time in this store, without really figuring out exactly what it was about, other than a retailer of many types of cheap items, and by cheap, I mean cheap in price and cheap in quality. I …
Chicago Sliders Non-Stick Electric Grill
Originally, I purchased the Chicago Sliders Non-Stick Electric Grill in anticipation of the end of the school year party I am about to throw, now however I’m just not so sure. As I have a few weeks until the party, I thought I would test it this …
iTouchless Fully Automatic Stainless Steel Trash Cans
When it comes to empty my trash can I would prefer to do it early in the morning before having anything because it is not possible for me to tolerate the bad odor. I was always in search of some special trashcan that would get me rid of that. …
InterDesign Kitchen! Over Cabinet Towel Bar From World Market
I came across this towel bar on the back wall of World Market while I was shopping for kitchen utensils. I was actually a little unsure as to whether I should by it, even though it was only 8 dollars.
The last time I can remember buying an over the …
Roomba 530 S Robot Vacuum
I have personally been watching the progress of this house hold consumer product for several years now because I was skeptical at first when I heard about it. It is as the description says, it is a robotic vacuum. I bought it at Canadian Tire about 2 months ago …
Great Grips Doorknob Grips
I decided to add these to my door knobs because they are sort of old and they can be hard twist. These really do help out a lot and they make opening doors a lot easier in my opinion. I purchased these from Lowe’s. I have …
HEMA Baking Pan
I bought HEMA baking pan two years ago, when I just moved to Europe. I did not have baking pan when I want to bake a cake for my kids. That’s why I bought HEMA baking pan as soon as I see it in HEMA store.
Actually there few sizes …
Aleenes’s Original Tacky Glue
I have been using Aleenes’s original Tacky Glue for years. I love this glue, and it works great. I use the glue for many things in my house. I have repaired a small tear in a livingroom chair. I have also used it to fix wooden slats on a …
Soapnuts an ethical, eco-friendly alternative to laundry detergent
I try to be as ethical as I can, particularly when it comes to protecting planet so I recently purchased Soapnuts via the Amnesty International website. The Soapnuts are naturally organic and these particular ones were Fair Trade (where a fair deal is guaranteed for developing world producers). …
Alibi Air Freshener Zinger
I wanted a different air freshener, I was tired of having the same old scents in my home, so I bought Alibi brand Zinger Citrus air freshener. Having bought other Alibi products in the past, some good, some not so great, I wasn’t sure how this air freshener would …
Greenworks cleaner
I like using natural products whenever possible because they are better for the environment. I am willing to pay alittle more for these products because they are better for the environment. These natural products do not contain harsh chemicals that you find in traditional cleaners. Greenworks is the product …
All Clad Bakeware Pizza Stone Kit
I enjoy making homemade pizzas because I get to be creative with my toppings, and sometimes they make for a great lazy cooking night. I’ve never used anything special to make them until my mom suggested I get the All Clad bakeware pizza stone kit because she uses hers …
Rachel Ray Porcelain Enamel Cookware Set
I love watching Rachel Ray in Food Network’s 30 Minute Meal. Her kitchen, including all her cookware reflects a sunny ambience. I bought her indoor griddle/grill and I loved it. That is why, I was encouraged to buy the whole 10-Pc. Rachael Ray Porcelain Enamel Cookware Set. It costs $130 …
Rug Doctor Steam Cleaner
I’d like to say that I’m a neat person. Okay, so not only am I neat, but I am freakishly neat. All my towels need to be folded the same way, and my books need to be on their shelves in alphabetical order. It’s a sickness. What can I …
Vim liquid dish wash
The New Vim liquid dish wash is the concentrated liquid, which is very thick and green in color. I only take a drop of the vim liquid dish wash to clean 10 to 12 utensils and all of these utensils get cleaned very well. The cost of …
Ryboi 2 cycle garden Tiller
When my grandma died she left my mom her little Ryobi two cycle tiller. It was a twelve inch garden cultivator probably intended for small flower beds. It has four tines and only holds about a tenth of a gallon of gas at a time. My grandmother had this …
Orville Redenbacher’s mini bags: Salt and Cracked Pepper Popcorn
I was reluctant to try these, actually, because pepper seemed “weird” to me (well, for popcorn). But the idea of minibags is appealing, so when my friend gave me a box, I tried a bag.
The bag says to microwave for only 1 and 1/2 minutes, but it actually stopped …
Black & Decker Flavor Scenter Handy Steamer
I purchased the Black & Decker Handy Steamer, and it is a wonderful small appliance. I have used it to steam vegetables and fruits, and to cook rice. It can also be used to cook meats and eggs.
The Handy Steamer includes a base where you put the water, a …
Everyday elegance fabric softener sheets
Everyday elegance fabric softener sheets come in a nice green packing with single small tissue paper sized sheets scented with nice smell stacked one over other. The claim is to put a sheet in the dryer when adding clothes to dry and the clothes will be made soft avoiding …
Aroma Hot H20 Cordless Water Kettle
I use this thing a lot when making tea or other hot drinks and it certainly gets the job done. It’s well made, easy to use and I have not noticed any significant problems with it. I purchased it a few months ago from Wal-Mart and when …
Glade Fabric & Air Pet Odor Eliminator Spray
If you have a dog or cat around the home, you know that they can wreak havoc on your carpets and upholstery, particularly if they like lounging on your sofa or bed. Unfortunately, our “best friends” leave their own special odor behind. Urine and feces smells linger, …
Wanjia Air Freshener in Lavender
I love scents and my room could sometimes develop weird smells as time passes. My aunt brought us some household stuff, including a box of scented deodorizers. I was drawn to the lavender scent of this air freshener called Wanjia. Maybe I was growing sick of …
Kleen Guard Fresh Lemon Furniture Polish
I constantly find myself wondering why cleaning supplies cost so much. It seems like every time I go to purchase window cleaner, furniture polish, or a product to mop the floors with the price has gone up. I don’t understand why it should cost me $4-$5 for a name …
Weedman Canada
When we first moved into our home in a suburb of Vancouver, BC, the previous own had allowed her two large dogs to tear up and ruin the lawn for years before we bought the house. Therefore, there were huge patches of dirt where the grass should have been, …
Baker’s Secret Angel Food Cake Pan
As a keen baker I dislike purchasing ready made cakes, simply because homemade always tastes best and I can easily control the ingredients. One thing I have always had trouble with however is Angel Food cake as I’ve never been able to find a pan which will allow …
George Foreman 360 Indoor Grill
I totally hated the George Foreman Grill when It first when on the market. The first one was just messy and it was horribly put together. Anything greasy made my life a living monster. I didn’t purchase the George Foreman 360 Grill, my wife did. So I wasn’t all …
Electric Scissors
We do a lot of sewing in our home, so I bought Singer Smart Scissors which are a cordless scissors which run on battery. These Scissors have been actively marketed on television, and usually retail for $19.95 CDN, I was lucky to buy them on sale at our local …
Glistening Snow Air Freshener by Glade
I have been using the Glistening Snow Air Freshener by Glade several times now. I am happy with this air freshener as my experience with it has been very good. Please let me share my thoughts about it with you.
I would like to start this review by talking about …
Yeast Infection Home Remedy
*Before using this or any other “home remedy”, please check with your doctor that this is a safe method for you. As everyone is different.*
Yeast infections aren’t a pleasant topic and after getting my first one at the age of 20, I was mortified. It was what everyone had …
LG Glasstop Stove
When we got our income tax back, the hubby got a John Deere riding lawnmower, and I got my LG Glasstop stove. I think I was in shock for months! It was so nice to finally have a stove that cooked correctly and had everything that works.
I had used …
3D Home Generation Oven
Last December 2009 I bought an oven for my mom from my Christmas Bonus. Since my family and I love to cook I had to buy one because for years we didn’t have any oven. I went to an appliance store to buy one I was able to see …
Starbucks Coffee Thermous
Starbucks has offered coffee cups in all shapes and sizes, as well as thermoses that keep beverages cold or hot longer. I purchased a green thermos; it’s made of what appears to be aluminum. This morning I used it for Coffee I brewed in my Cuisenart coffee maker …
Black & Decker 3-Cup Food Chopper
Black & Decker Ergonomic 3-Cup Food Chopper is a true find for chefs and food enthusiasts. I used to think that I had to buy complicated, expensive kitchen items in order to best prepare my food. Not true! The Food Chopper is simple, small and reasonably priced at about …
KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 2-Quart Kettle
There are so many things I love about the KitchenAid Quart Kettle. If you are a tea drinker like me, then you must have a Quart Kettle by KitchenAid. I own the silver one, but there are different colors according to your kitchen colors. To be able to pick …
Faux Painting
While faux painting always presents a dynamic addition to any room, and often gives it a much more elegant and meticulous presentation, it is certainly not an uncostly job. Our bedroom, which is fairly large, needs to have the walls painted. I called to receive estimates on …
George Foreman grill
The George Foreman grill has been a staple in my kitchen for years and has reduced the toil once associated with cooking. I started off with the traditional sized grill, but found that it was too small for my cooking needs. The small grill can only cook …
Stainless Steel Aerolatte Milk Frother with Stand
My husband is a basic coffee kind of guy and I like to mix it up a bit. I can’t afford specialty coffees, fancy brewing machines or even a weekly trip to Starbucks for a latte. With very little money coming into the household right now we have gone …
Mardi Gras Paper Towels
In our consumer world, there is a variety of choice for just about any product. That is certainly true for paper towels. There are such a wide variety of paper towels to choose from whenever I am down at the grocery store that it can often get …
Sunbeam Speed MixMaster Stand Mixer
I have this kitchen appliance at home and I use it mainly for my baking needs. My husband gave this to me as a gift last Mother’s Day and I’m still using it, although, I can say it’s not the best and not the one I was looking for …
Carbona Color & Dirt Grabber/Shout Color Catcher
Carbona color & dirt grabber is a reusable terry cloth that claims to be usable for thirty loads of laundry. The cloth claims to trap both dyes and dirt, top off the claims with the ability to simply leave it in your washing machine for the next load. Cost …
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