Ragweed. Pet dander. Tree pollen. Mountain cedar. Regardless of what’s causing your allergy symptoms, the sniffling, coughing, sneezing and itching are a major downer any time of the year. Before you reach for the antihistamines, look around the house. Odds are you already have many of the tools—your appliances—that can reduce the level of allergens … Continue reading "Physicians share their allergy prevention advice"
From your oven and ranges, to your refrigerator and freezer, to your blender, your appliances, when used properly, can be one of your best tools in your efforts to eat healthier. Much of healthy eating comes down to planning and preparation, says Tamara Melton, MS, RDN, LD, founder of LaCarte Wellness, a corporate wellness consultation … Continue reading "Advice from a dietitian on how your appliances can help you eat healthier"
You thought you had built the kitchen of your dreams. Then you started to notice you were running out of storage space. Or that there isn’t quite enough space on your counter for your portable appliances. That flashy, trendy style you loved in a magazine might look great, but more important than style is choosing … Continue reading "Avoid Kitchen Redesign Regret"
A number of cooking and lifestyle blogs have reported on the novelty of using a dishwasher to cook food. Recipes might include salmon, eggs, chicken and other foods. It’s a unique concept that most people probably haven’t considered. It’s also a bad idea, and appliance manufacturers don’t recommend it. Many of the articles tout the … Continue reading "Cooking in your dishwasher: A bad idea"
Are you getting ready to buy a major appliance, like a refrigerator, washer, dryer, oven, dishwasher or room air conditioner? It’s a big decision that likely will play a role in your day-to-day life and routine for years to come. It’s essential that you do the necessary research to find the appliance you need. … Continue reading "11 tips for buying the right major appliance"
With the holiday season upon us, shoppers are doing their research and looking to take advantage of deals on home appliances. Across the board, from floor care to personal care, retailers and manufacturers are planning to deliver you innovative and energy efficient products this holiday season. And while the majority of consumers who buy appliances … Continue reading "5 Reasons for Returning Appliances and How You Can Do Better Research Before You Buy"
Temperatures are dropping around the U.S., which means many Americans will rely on warmth from portable electric heaters. These portable heat sources are a great way to keep warm through colder months, as long as they are properly used. According to data released in November 2013 by the National Fire Protection Association, from 2007-2011 there … Continue reading "Stay Safe and Warm This Winter with These Portable Heater Safety Tips"
Many of us would love to have the kitchen of our dreams, equipped with beautiful appliances, cabinets and countertops, and one that will surely impress family and friends at a get-together. For some, those dreams became nightmares when their kitchen redesigns didn’t go as planned. Readers of This Old House magazine share some of their … Continue reading "Kitchen Redesign Regrets"
If you’ve been thinking about replacing your old refrigerator with a new one, now is a good time to do it. Under new energy efficiency standards released earlier this year by the U.S. Department of Energy, refrigerators, depending upon the model, can be up to 25 percent more efficient compared to refrigerators made just 10 … Continue reading "Save Some Green and Help the Environment When You Buy a New Refrigerator"
Of course you know how to vacuum, right? Well, maybe not, according to Consumer Reports that suggests that if you are vacuuming the wrong way, you may be making more work for yourself. Consumer Reports magazine has 10 helpful tips that will leave your carpet cleaner and can leave you less worn out after doing … Continue reading "Take the Work Out of Vacuuming Your Home with These Tips"
