Housewares Reviews
Ceiling Chimney installation kit
The standard ceiling chimney installation kit that we bought to install for our new wood stove was model 6HS-RKS and cost $99.99. This kit is a necessary thing if you want to install the pipe for a wood stove through the ceiling in a house. Normally I\’m cheap about …
Jack Lalanne Power Juicer 250 Watts
Jack Lalanne Power Juicer 250 Watts, I’ve wanted a juicer for quite a long time now, and I figured why not try this one. I mean Jack Lalanne has been an inspiration for so many for such a long period of time now. How could I possible go wrong …
Kyowa Rice Box Rice Dispenser, K-500
As water dispensers are for storage of potable water, so do rice dispensers in safekeeping grains of rice. Back in the days, the storage space designated for keeping rice was unsafe. Rice seemed to draw mice to that corner, no matter how tight the measures we implemented …
Lysol Disenfectant Power Toilet Bowl Cleaner
I have used many different toilet cleaners and I have used this several times. It works very well. The main thing that I look for in household cleaners is for some that work well and this one really does. It cleans away stains and build up …
Pocketed Suntanner Lounge Mattress
We have a small pool in our back yard, and I was recently in need of a couple rafts for myself, my husband, and the kids. The rafts we had used last year were no longer usable, mostly because they had gotten holes in them throughout the course …
Domo Automatic Bread Machine B3550
My husband is a certified bread man. He has to have bread and will probably feel weak and grouchy if he has not eaten some. The breads which are available locally are mostly suited to the tastes of the people here and more often than not, I only find …
Soleus Air HGW-308BL Micathermic Heater
I got this heater mainly because it is space efficient. Unlike other portable heaters, this heater doesn’t take up a lot of space. This is partly due to the thinness of this heater. It can work as a standalone heater or it could be wall mounted. At first I …
Joy Dishwashing Liquid
Before I used to use a bar soap to clean our dishes after eating. And I am so pissed after because I have to keep on washing it like three times and I have to soak the frying pans with a hot water just to take off those oils …
Krups Coffee & Spice Grinder
I am very fond of cooking. I do not like to use ready-made mixes and spices. I always prepare my own spice powder at home by using a mortal and pastel. Its a little time consuming and sometimes doesn’t make a fine powder. It was so frustrating that i …
Terracycle Seed Starter Kit
If you are a die-hard gardener like me then the Biodegradable Seed Starter Kit from Terracycle is for you! I love gardening tips, so I thought I’d share my experience with this seed starting kit:
1. With the state of the economy as it is right now, cost plays a …
Singer Computerized Sewing Machine Model 7430
When I replaced my ancient Kenmore sewing machine, I bought a new Singer computerized sewing machine, from HSN.com. Singer is one of HSN.com’s major sewing machine sellers, and there are always a variety of sewing machines for sale, especially during the holidays.
In comparison to my old machine, this …
Culinare Safe Can opener
I really like my Culinare Safe Can opener. I always have trouble with can openers but this one was awesome. I like the fact that it is very safe to use. I do not need to worry about having rough edges on my cans nor worry …
Durabrand 4 - slice Toaster
I bought my Durabrand 4 Slice Toaster only 5 months ago. I had debated on getting it because I just had a bad feeling, but one day, in my weakness, I decided to go ahead and get it. My old one worked fine, but was just really old and …
Massey 9″ High Velocity Fan
It has been so hot around here lately. The temperatures have been almost unbearable. When I couldn’t stand the heat any longer, I went searching through my house to find a fan that wasn’t in use so I could put it next to my desk. I …
Glad plastic containers
While we are so used to buying tupperware to put our leftover food in plastic containers. We now can look to a cheaper product which glad has come out with. Its their food containers which are microwaveable and can be used in freezer or refrigerator and can …
Bissell Powerforce Bagless vacuum (model 6583)
My old vacuum broke and since I have carpet it was pretty much mandatory that I had to buy another one. The worst thing is I really did not have a budget for another vacuum. I found the Bissell Powerforce Bagless, model 6583 at a local store for only …
Philips HD4644 Electric Kettle
Since my last kettle had a leakage problem, I really need to replace it. My sister-in-law recommended this Philips HD4644 Electric Kettle and so I decided to buy it believing what she said and I was not wrong.
Definitely the price is reasonable and I wasted no time to buy …
Ryobi P501 Circular Saw
Ryobi is not a popular brand that’s closely associated with hand tools, but I’ve used a few, and I’ve been relatively impressed with the quality and performance of their tools. I wanted to purchase a new circular saw to replace a few rotting sub-floors, and …
Lentek Pest Control Ultrasonic
I despite all kinds of insects. I think they’re disgusting and they make me cringe. I particularly dislike spiders, regardless of how small. I decided to give these devices a try because I do see the occasional small spider and some other tiny bugs and I had hoped if …
Mini Solar Bar Light
Two years ago, we experienced the longest power outage after the super typhoon made landfall in the country leaving areas without electricity for three weeks. Candles and batteries ran out of stock every day in the grocery stores and even at the mall so I opted to buy this Mini …
Barnstead Lab Line aqua bath incubator
This incubator is regular incubator. The size of the bath is 35 x 35 x 15cm. This is good for slow heating or cooling. This is the one that you see in bio lab. It functions okay but to me it is not sufficient because it does not have …
Anita’s Glow in the Dark All-Purpose Decorative Craft Paint
Anita’s Glow in the Dark All-Purpose Decorative Craft Paint from the new Hobby Lobby in Somerset, Kentucky about two weeks ago. It was $1.27 plus tax for two ounces. It comes in a plastic squeeze type bottle, which is very handy when using this type of paint.
I purchased …
Robin Dazzling After Wash Liquid
I have been washing clothes twice a week and I wanted the white colored clothes to be soaked more because I wanted them to be whiter. As much as possible I really don’t like to use powerful bleach because it really does make the textile weak and brittle. So …
Clorox Automatic Toilet Bowl Cleaner Rain Clean
I have tried several toilet bowl cleaners but I don’t believe there is another one that works as well as Clorox Automatic. I have been using this product for a few months now and I have been very satisfied with how well it has worked. These cleaners …
Tide detergent bar
Tide is a very effective and very good detergent bar, which I have been using to clean up my clothes. I am a mother of 3 little children and as we know that the children do make their clothes dirty very often and we cant stop them. …
Scrub It Stainless Steel Wire Scours
I wanted to give my stove a good scrub down. There were certain areas that had dirt and grease stuck on it. I wanted my stove to shine and be clear of the grime. I knew I was going to need some real scrubbing power and searched for the …
Seventh Generation Automatic Dishwasher Powder
Cleaning your dishes is simple when you have the right dishwashing partner. When you are simply cleaning the plates, it is no big deal. However, the challenge comes when you are getting rid of grease in your pantry or your casserole. We often think that detergent bar can take care …
Lysol Disinfectant Spray
Lysol Disinfectant Spray is the only brand I trust when it comes to keeping my house clean to make sure my kids are safe whichever part of the house they go and whatever they do. The brand offers a variety of scents, and of different sizes, but the Country …
Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaning Kit
I hate cleaning the shower. Scrubbing walls has never been a thrill for me. I tried the spray shower cleaners, but I didn’t like having to stand in the shower to get every area - I have shower doors and couldn’t spray them effectively without getting in …
Cuisinart CSB-76BC SmartStick Hand Blender
Blenders are usually a necessity when it comes to cooking. I know from experience that all blenders do not work the same. The Cuisinart CSB-76BC is a smart stick hand blender and it’s a bit different from most others that I have used. I really love …
Modicare floor cleaners
I also use modicare floor cleaners to clean my floor and it is really nice. The modicare floor cleaner not only cleans my floor, it also fights with germs and keeps the floor of my house very shiny and attractive with no stains on it. As I …
Hitachi C10FCE2 Compound Miter Saw
On many occasions I am bitten by the desire to build something for our house—”a cabinet, picture frames, a toy box for our children, molding, window casings, and so on. Other times I need to repair something such as a burst or leaky PVC pipe (PVC stands for …
Scotch-Brite Heavy Duty Scrub Sponges
I have been using Scotch-Brite Heavy Duty Scrub Sponges for a very long time and I have not had any issues with them. These sponges are sold in most retail stores and I normally pay about 14 dollars for a pack of 15. I believe …
Vita-Mix Blender
Price
This is by no means a cheap blender. If you want a cheap blender, go get a Kitchen-Aid, but if you want a high performance, industrial-grade blender, you can definitely take a look at a Vitamix blender. I remember we bought this around 5 to 7 years …
Dream Supreme Plus 100% Gel Filled Pillows
These pillows are the softer I ever slept on (but not all I bought and I will tell you later on!). What I like uppermost, there is no —“ and I mean NO —“ odor that disturbs me very annoyingly with majority of smelly new bought pillows; so much …
Hanger Cascader
The Hanger Cascader is a really simple and effective way of organizing clothes. When I first saw the Hanger Cascader, I thought that it was the most useless product ever. Not only that, I also saw that the price is quite expensive for what this item is.
The Hanger …
Fleecy Dark Colours fabric softener
I really like this liquid fabric softener. Fleecy Dark Colours fabric softener comes in a 3litre bottle. Made by Colgate-Palmolive Inc., this fabric softener looks like milk inside the bottle.
It has a crisp clean scent, but not a harsh one, and softens my clother perfectly. Even when I dry …
Corelle Square 16-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 4, Pretty Pink
I purchased two sets of these dishes at Walmart last year, and have been really happy with them. I always receive compliments about how pretty they are from our dinner guests.
The square shape of the dishes are very unique and practical. The dishes fit very nicely into the dishwasher, …
Alhambra Metal Outdoor Fire Pit, 32″
Since the weather is starting to warm up, I have begun to purchase some outdoor items for our backyard and patio. We love to entertain during the summer months, and we have a large back yard and deck where everyone seems to gather when they come over. …
Black & Decker Classic Toaster Oven
My wife and I practically live off of our toaster oven. I don’t think we have had a day that we have not used this device. That’s why, when the one we have had since we first got married was starting to wear out, we asked for a new …
3-in1 Multifunction Breakfast Deluxe model EBK-200B
About two weeks after I purchased my combination muffin /egg maker, I saw a three in one multifunction breakfast appliance and had to grab that one too! I have such a weakness for kitchen appliances that I often have to hide them in the car trunk and …
Harbor Breeze 42″ Calera Ceiling Fan
We were shopping at Lowes in White Marsh, MD an we decided to replace one of the ceiling fans that we have in our kitchen. I purchased a Harbor Breeze 42″ Calera Ceiling Fan that was Energy Star compliant. I have become a big fan of energy …
Novi Tech Paper Shredder
The Novi Tech paper shredder is a small paper shredder intended for use by a home user, not an office. I found this product at Target and I paid about $30 for it. I’ve been using it for a long time, and the motor has not died, …
Kitchen Aid All-purpose Shears
I really liked using my kitchen shears. They worked really well on just about anything that I needed to use them for. However, we ended up gluing the blades together with super glue. Go figure!? Anyway it was time for a new pair of kitchen …
Allout
Once in the Television I had seen the commercial advertisement for the Allout. Allout is the name of the mosquito repellent which most of the Indian families do use. Wherever I go I have heard by the people saying that they use only the Allout mosquito repellent. …
DeWalt 18 Volt Cordless ½ Inch Compact Drill Driver Kit
As a man I need to have great tools in my possession. I need to be able to go into my garage and get whatever it is that I need. I got the DeWalt 18 Volt Cordless ½ Inch Compact Drill Driver Kit for Christmas from my wife which …
Kenmore built in microwave oven
I have mostly Kenmore appliances in my house those of you who have read my previous reviews know this. One thing that I really enjoy is my Kenmore built in microwave oven. This microwave oven is mounted directly over the stove so it saves counterspace. This particular model the …
Dirt Devil Model 086325 Vacuum Cleaner
For a while, I was very satisfied with my Dirt Devil Model 086325 Vacuum Cleaner. It came with a lot of accessories to help clean my home, all of which worked nicely. When the belt broke, I called customer service and had a very pleasant experience with the …
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