When we first bought our house, we didn’t see the benefit in having a microwave up above the counter. Our microwave was the only thing we didn’t replace. Our refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher all had to be replaced as they were not in working order. As soon as we …

My wife and I decided to try a different brand of dishwasher detergent on our dishwasher. We typically go with the generic brand, however, wanted to try a name brand detergent to see if it could improve the dish washing quality.
We were extremely disappointed. First off, I didn’t …

If there’s anything that would actually make me use regular charcoal briquettes and lighter fluid over real hardwood charcoal, it’s Cowboy Hardwood Lump Charcoal. Personally, I think grillers all over the world should unite and boycott the Cowboy brand, which also, also produces the lump charcoal marketed as …

I bought a bottle of Charlie’s Soap Indoor/Outdoor Surface Cleaner for $20 online. Here is my review.
Charlie’s Soap Indoor/Outdoor Surface Cleaner is an all-purpose cleaner which promises to keep common areas at home clean by getting rid of the dirt. Just like other cleaners, it did not feel …

Having four (clumsy) children and an equally clumsy partner means I get through a lot of glasses in my house, at one time I’d buy the cheapest I could find for this reason but I quickly realised that even glassware can be more substantial if you’re willing to spend …

We live in a mobile home that has propane heating. Due to having what is called ‘close quartered heating’ our air gets very dry in our home and I suffer from sinus and nasal congestion that gives me headaches. My Pharmacist suggested I get a humidifier to help with …

I can’t believe I actually got this little media player. This isn’t exactly a tablet, but it is a pretty neat hand held device. The Sony Dash is a small 7 inch hand held that has many capabilities. I personally would not consider this as a tablet as some …

I originally bought this step stool for a friend of mine as part of her shower gift. She is very small and has a really hard time reaching kitchen cabinets. When she received it she was so excited about it and after several uses she couldn’t say …

I just purchased a new pedestal fan after my second tower fan inexplicably stopped working. The Climate Keeper 16 inch Oscillating Pedestal Fan was quite a bargain at 18.00 USD, and turned out to be even more powerful than the costlier tower fans.
Living in a …

We recently purchased new kitchen appliances, and I needed a microwave to match. I use the microwave all the time for meals and snacks, so I wanted to find something that word work well and last a long time. When I came across the Danby …

DG Glass & Surface Cleaner is a great product. I was quite surprised that this $1 bottle would have really strong cleaning qualities! I was willing to try a bottle for cleaning our home because DG gives a 100% satisfaction guarantee on the product. I won’t …

I learned about microfiber cloths from a friend who bought his own set online. When I tested them I wanted to buy mine as well, and luckily I found Zwipes Microfiber Cloth by Zwipes for $20 online. It was a set of 36 microfiber cloths, which can be used …

To escape messy housemates I moved into the basement of our five bedroom home. The basement is already equipped with a bathroom and kitchen, however it was lacking a range. Since one of the messiest areas upstairs is the kitchen, with the stove covered in dirty pots and pans, …

I really love the Glade candles that have come out in recent years. I love having candles in my house and as a smoker, I definitely need something around to mask the scent of the cigarettes. Previously I spent a lot of time buying smaller and larger candles that …

With the rising cost of living and high inflation I find that many people are looking for an alternative to detergents such as Tide and Wisk (which retail for $5.50 on average) just as I would. In my search I went to Walmart and found a detergent by the …

I do not know how women cleaned their homes before the invention of Mr. Clean Magic erasers. The first time I saw these for sale in the store I thought, “yeah right, but well, why not, I’ll try them.” Oh my freaking gosh these things are awesome. …

The only real reason why I —˜m talking about the Black and Decker Convection oven is because in all reality, I hate this thing. I hate everything about this little convection oven. My husband bought it so that’s one of the reasons why I hate it. (no offense honey) I …

The Farberware 12-cup Coffee and Tea Maker that I purchased almost a year ago is still working very nicely for me. I trust the Farberware name from using my mom’s pots in the kitchen when I was a child. In adulthood, I received Farberware pots and they are still …

I wanted a crock-pot but I didn’t need anything really big because it is only me in the house. I only use the crock-pot once in a while anyway. I found a 3-quart crock-pot at Kmart that would work. It is the Rival 3 quart round crock-pot and it …

Now that we once again have a baby (excuse me, soon-to-be toddler) in our house, we are re-learning just how much of a major pain in the butt carpeting can be. After all, our daughter can’t seem to go a day without spilling something on the floor. And, usually, …

Glade - Holiday Collection: Hollyberry Wreath is a decent scented candle that I sometimes light. It does not offer quite as strong of a scent as the homemade gingerbread or peppermint crush scented candles, but it offers a pleasant scent nonetheless that does a good job of adding to …

The Hello Kitty popcorn popper is a cute and fun addition to any house, or at least it is to mine. I got it for Christmas and didn’t think I would ever really use it because I tend to stick with microwave popcorn over anything else. I did manage …

When I shifted to my new apartment I felt that it had quite small bathroom and I wanted to have everything within the reach of my hands. I just hate to check things daily in my bathroom. I want everything ready and love to take bath with full relaxation …

Bleach has always been a huge part of cleaning my home. The smell of bleach means cleanliness to a lot of folks, like my husband. The best thin about bleach is that I not only use it for household cleaning, but also for laundry. This gives me a dual …

I purchased these stools to use in the bar area of my kitchen and I have really enjoyed them. They are comfortable, durable and I enjoy sitting in them. I purchased them from Lowe’s and at the time of purchase I paid 60 dollars for them. …

Mention the name Clean and Clear and immediately what comes to mind is a facial wash. After all, they have built their name on quality facial care products. So, when I saw Clean and Clean Morning Burst Body Wash at the grocery store, I was really surprised! I didn’t …

We live in Las Vegas, and the desert gets hot in the summertime. The first thing we decided to do before it gets too hot is buy the kids a wading pool for the backyard. The backyard is fenced in with mostly dirt and a little grass, but there …

I bought one of these some time ago while looking for a coffee pot to use either at home or on camping trips. I thought that this Coleman pot was the answer to that need.
While it does hold a lot of water and is easy to hold in your …

Purex Laundry Products
I use Purex laundry detergent on a regular basis. It’s cheap and it works well. Both the powder and liquid work well with brightly colored cotton garments. A big box of powder lasts about a month for less than $5. That’s not bad for one person.
I recommend …

When it comes to bathroom tissue I am not really too picky. I usually buy what is on sale. Using this method, I have ran into some that were good and some that were dreadful. This past week I had to purchase some tissue, however, I wasn’t able to …

I’ve been purchasing Member’s Mark 16 Oz. Clear Plastic Cups for a few years now, and I really love them. I use a lot of plastic cups and have tried different brands, but this brand, which I believe is exclusive to Sam’s Club, has been the best of …

The Green Canyon Purple Velvet Comforter Set is so plush and comfortable that I don’t know why I haven’t seen this bedspread before. It is also affordable and very regal looking and fits perfectly in your room to give it that royal sort of polished look and keeps you …

The only reason why I’m talking about this iron is because my wife made a huge fuss about this iron. She kept telling me that we needed a new iron so I went out and bought the Sunbeam Iron she had been talking about for a while. I didn’t …

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 …

Here’s a tip for all those of you who have just moved out of your parents’ house and into your first place of your own. You may be at university or college and feeling the lack of the things you took for granted before. Things like having your clothes …

The thing I dislike about using a mop is no matter how much you think you have cleaned it there is always a residue of bacteria breeding within the fibers. I had been on the market for quite some time to find a mop that I would feel comfortable …

We used to be contented with the barbecue grill that my husband himself had made. Of course I would always appreciate whatever my husband could make in his own little way. Anyway, it is comparatively much well-built and stronger that the many shaky barbecue grills in …

When we put in a new septic system years ago, I was told by our engineer that liquid laundry softeners were not very good for our system. Ever since I heard that, I have been purchasing different types of fabric softener dryer sheets. My latest find is …

I have to brag about the Electrolux Quick - Up Cordless Vacuum. It is a great little vacuum to use on both carpets and hardwood floors. I have three dogs, so pet fur would be a problem without this machine. I am very satisfied with the way that this …

I bought the Honeywell Turbo Force fan, model HT-8700 over a year ago and I’ve been using it ever since. It’s the best fan in the world to me, and it only cost Canadian $50 plus tax.
I have been so used to using fans around me, especially …

We have been using Preethi Mixer Grinder for so long. This is perfectly suitable for Indian style of cooking . It has three strong steel jars, one for the wet grinding,one for dry grinding and one small jar for chutneys and masalas. Its quality is also good. As it …

The Cuisinart soft service ice cream maker is a purchase I made about a year or two ago. I wanted to learn how to make my own ice cream from scratch, and because I own other Cuisinart appliances I knew I was making a good buying decision.

When the Cuisinart soft …

Every New Year I resolve to get to get my closet under control, and then by about March I start to notice the flaws in my well intentioned plans. Last year I invested in several pieces of the Space Bag system only to find out that the …

When I first saw the commercial for the Tide stain removing pen, I had to go out and get it. I just wanted to see if it actually worked. I am one of those people that spill something everytime I eat.
So, the first little spill I had, I got …

As I am always looking for a better way to clean my bathroom with less effort, I decided to try a product I had seen in TV commericals many times. It is called “Kaboom Foamtastic” and is claims to contain “OxyClean.” I have used Oxyclean products before …

I have always loved having a slow cooker in the house. I use it for practically everything. I discovered that I could cook a 3 lb. Pork roast in there and have the most delicious pulled pork sandwiches for a week. I think it is one of the best …

I have been freezing fruits, vegetables, meat and poultry products but or quite some time now, I have been looking for other ways to store and save food. There are times when there is a huge clearance sale on groceries and it will save a lot of money …

I bought my mom a new kettle for her birthday on the month of July 2008. She was extremely happy and the kettle design that I bought for her is the Alessi Electric Bird Whistle Kettle.
This kettle has a real special design to it and it looks extremely shiny. …

Stains can give everyone a really hard time. The worse stains affect your furniture and carpets negatively. Stained items can lead people to look dirty or like there items are un kept. I hate people looking at me in this light. However, it is hard to keep things from …