• Saturday, January 28th, 2012

OXO Steel Can Opener

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Product Description

Like all the other pieces in the OXO SteeL line, this can opener is a thing of beauty, and for a can opener that's saying something! But a can opener that is all looks and no function wouldn't make it long in the world of gadgets and this opener can do its job with ease. Your ease that is, because the soft, slip-resistant grips and knob make operation a breeze.

Details

  • Brushed stainless-steel handle has flexible rubber fins for comfort
  • Sharp stainless-steel teeth open cans easily
  • Large knob is easy to twist
  • Built-in bottle cap opener
  • Hand-washing is recommended

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• Saturday, January 28th, 2012

Peter Wilson1624

Those who smoke cigars, take their cigars seriously. For many, it is an indulgence in which they relish; a time to relax or reflect, celebrate or seal the deal. Whatever times or occasions one chooses to celebrate with a cigar, there is one thing they all have in common; their cigars must be fresh or the experience just isn’t worth it.
Keeping Cigars Fresh
Humidity control is the primary way to ensure freshness for cigars. A humidor humidifier – a device which adds just the right amount of moisture to the air of a humidor is a must have device for anyone who stores their cigars for longer than a week.
Collectors of fine cigars have invested a great deal of time and money into finding the finest manufactured cigars. To simply store those in a wooden box or jar would never do. These items must be stored in a properly controlled environment – namely the humidor.
Sizes & Styles of Humidor Humidifiers
For a small collection of cigars a small container will do. Humidity still however needs to be properly regulated. Depending on the climate in which you live and the weather conditions, there may be enough humidity in the room air. That’s fine, but the enclosed container must also have the right conditions.
There are humidifier models designed to create the perfect atmosphere for any size humidor. Units can be installed in humidors holding between 25-30 cigars, or for those that hold 100 cigars. Even whole room systems are available for rooms holding thousands of treasured cigars.
Small, box sized humidifiers can run for several months without needing to be refilled with enough water to create the right amount of humidity. This allows you to fill the reservoir and basically forget about it for a long time.
For large collections – those held in a full room humidor – a much larger humidifying system is required. These generally hook up to a continuous waurce, much like a household hot water tank would. Just as you turn on the faucet in your kitchen, the vaporizer part of the humidifier would turn on when humidity levels get too low for optimal freshness of the cigars. These electric pumps use a hepa filter to act as an internal purifier.
The Role of the Hygrometer
A hygrometer is the gauge that determines if there is enough humidity or not produced by the humidor humidifier. You can have the top, state of the art humidifier with endless and continuous water supply, but if the hygrometer isn’t working then it is all for naught.
A hygrometer can be either analogue or digital and can work to control just humidity or temperature and humidity together as in the digital models. The right combination of both will give you the best overall results.
It is important to keep hygrometers well calibrated. A quick check periodically can ensure that you are getting an accurate reading of the true temperature and humidity. If you fail to have an accurate reading from the hygrometer, then too much or too little humidity will destroy your collectioZZZ

• Friday, January 27th, 2012

Vinturi Essential Wine Aerator

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List Price: $39.95
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Red wine needs to breathe to allow it to open up, release its intended aromas, and of course, make it taste better. Vinturi's patent pending design speeds up this process by instantly aerating with ease and convenience. It delivers recognizable improvements immediately: better bouquet, enhanced flavors and smoother finish. Perfect aeration in the time it takes to pour a glass. It couldn't be easier. Comes with a no-drip stand. Made of acrylic. Aerator and stand are dishwasher safe. The glossy, clear acrylic is elegant and clean. But do note that there are two slight fold lines that extend upward from each air hole. These are normal. During manufacturing, material folds around rods and wraps back, and this causes the fold lines.

Details

  • Easily and conveniently enhances the flavor, bouquet, and finish of any wine
  • Patent-pending design speeds up breathing process by instantly aerating in the time it takes to pour a glass of wine
  • Hold aerator over glass and pour wine through for instant aeration; mixes proper amount of air in right amount of time
  • Made of acrylic, the aerator comes with a no-drip stand
  • Measures 6 inches high by 2 inches wide; safe to clean in the dishwasher

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• Friday, January 27th, 2012

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(ARA) – The yearly routine of digging up last year’s mulch and replacing it with a fresh supply can be time consuming, messy and expensive. But one new product can put consumers on the road to a full decade of worry-free mulching — and that road is paved with recycled rubber.
Each year, millions of truck tires are recycled nationwide. The rubber from these tires does not rot, fade or break down, even after years of exposure to the elements. As a result, discarded tires are treaded treasures for Rubberific Mulch, which gives new life to old tires by turning them into one of the longest lasting and safest ground coverings on the market.
“Not only does Rubberific Mulch help the environment by recycling old tires that otherwise would languish in landfills, but it offers time- and cost-saving alternatives to traditional mulch,” says Mike Miller, Rubberific Mulch president. “It has the appearance of wood-based mulch, but with a unique durability that will last for ten years, with very little upkeep.”
To help consumers choose the type of mulch that is best for a lawn or garden, the experts at Rubberific Mulch suggest asking the following questions:

Attractiveness — Will the mulch look good in the front lawn or garden?
Longevity and durability — Does the mulch hold up for long periods of time, even through inclement weather?
Protection — Will the mulch protect and benefit the plants it surrounds?

For consumers seeking the ideal mix of attractiveness, durability and year-round protection, Rubberific Mulch is a cost-effective solution. The texture, size and shape of the shredded rubber is virtually identical to wood mulch, and is available in realistic colors, such as cypress, redwood, cedar and earthtone. Its strength allows it to withstand wind, rain, snow and ice with little or no washout, and it will not rod or fade, even under stifling humidity and harsh sunlight. Plants will reap additional benefits from Rubberific Mulch, which does not attract insects and will not absorb water meant for them.
For backyards with swing sets or other kid-playing zones, Rubberific Mulch offers the additional benefit of superior safety. The impact of a child’s fall is significantly less on the rubber-based mulch than on more traditional ground coverings.
Rubberific Mulch is available for purchase at select Lowe’s home improvement centers throughout the Midwest. It also can be ordered in a variety of custom colors at www.rubberificmulch.com, or by calling (866) 936-8524.

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• Thursday, January 26th, 2012

Pyrex 6021224 Storage 10-Piece Set, Clear with Blue Lids

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Product Description

Pyrex Storage 10-piece set with lids includes 1-each 3-cup rectangular dish with dark blue plastic cover, 1-each 6-cup rectangular dish with dark blue plastic cover, 1-each 4-cup round dish with dark blue plastic cover, and 2-each 2-cup round dishes with dark blue plastic covers. Pyrex Storage products come with seal tight plastic lids for secure food storage. They are designed for reheating leftovers and convenient refrigerator storage. The durability of Pyrex Storage allows stacking for efficient space utilization. There's no substitute for Pyrex, the original glass bakeware. Introduced 90 years ago and made of a durable, high temperature material, Pyrex remains the ideal medium for safe, dependable food preparation.

Details

  • Set includes two 2-cup round, one 3-1/2-cup rectangular, one 4-cup round, and one 6-cup rectangular storage containers; five blue plastic lids
  • Made of nonporous glass that won't warp, stain, or absorb odors
  • Seal-tight lids ideal for secure food storage; stackable design
  • Bowls safe for use in oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher
  • Lids dishwasher safe on top rack; 2-year warranty on glass; made in the USA

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• Thursday, January 26th, 2012

Silpat Non-Stick Baking Mat, 11.6 x 16.5-inches, Half Sheet Size

Silpat Non-Stick Baking Mat, 11.6 x 16.5-inches, Half Sheet Size Rating:
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This 11.6 x 16.5-inch mat will turn your pan into a non-stick surface. Silpat is especially great for working with sticky materials such as gooey dough, taffy, caramel, or anything your imagination allows. Nothing sticks to Silpat, so it will save you a lot of time cleaning as there in no more sticky mess on your pans! Silpat never needs greasing, which saves both time and money. Use Silpat instead for any baking recipe that calls for parchment paper. This saves money and creates less waste for our environment. Silpat Non-Stick Mats are made of fiberglass and silicone, and can be used thousands of times. Life of product varies depending on use and maintenance. Silpat products conform to US regulations on food grade silicone, and are FDA, NSF, and Kosher certified. Can be used at temperatures varying from -40�C to 250�C (-40�F to 482�F). Made in France.

Details

  • Baking has never been so easy
  • It is completely safe in freezers or microwaves
  • This baking mat works wonderfully as baking pan liner or as a working surface because of its silicon and fiberglass non-stick surface which makes it very easy to clean.

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• Thursday, January 26th, 2012

Joanie Williams674 2

You can create a lovely but simple and inexpensive table arrangement that will work for almost any dinner party at your house. First, collect your supplies, then just follow ten easy steps to create your arrangement.
Collecting your supplies
Choose white flowers and some simple foliage. White carnations and a couple of ferns are readily available. They provide a simple, inexpensive white arrangement that would go on almost any dinner party table.
Choose a low round vase. This way you can easily create an arrangement that is pleasing from all sides. Remember that your guests should be able to see over the arrangement.
Choose white candles and candlesticks that match the color and material of your vase. If you don’t want to use candlesticks, you can just use pillar candles on glass dishes.
Now you’re ready to create your table centerpiece.
Ten easy steps to creating your arrangement:
1) Fill your vase two thirds full of water.
2) Cut the flowers down enough so they just pop over the top of the vase.
3) Strip off foliage that would be underwater since it will rot faster in the water.
4) Start around the edges, putting one or two on opposite sides. Criss-cross the stems as you go. This does two things, it helps to stabilize the flowers, and if your vase is clear it makes a pleasing arrangement through the water.
5) Keep filling in, making the middle flowers slightly higher than the sides so you create a bit of an arc. The experts say it’s always good to aim for a shape to your arrangement. In this case we’re creating the suggestion of an arc or half-circle shape.
6) Arrange ferns around the sides underneath the flowers, so it looks like the ferns are almost cradling the flowers.
7) Trim ruthlessly. If a flower sticks out, pull it out and cut it again.
8) Check the arrangement on all sides to make sure everyone has a pleasing view and make any adjustments.
9) Place your arrangement on the table and position your candles.
10)Like what you’ve done? Take a picture of this simple floral table centerpiece so you can remember the next time you need a quick and easy centerpiece.
That’s it! Now you have a simple white table centerpiece that goes with almost anything else you use to decorate your dinner party table.

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• Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

R.e.m. Spring Sprong

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Hair removal

Details

  • Suitable for all hair and skin types, including sensitive skin
  • Easy to clean
  • No artificial fragrances or colors
  • Simple to handle and store
  • Simple
  • Easy to use

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• Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

Bleach products must be the most commonly found cleaning products in households, and offices complexes are not far behind. Go into most household toilets and you will probably find a bleach product. Go into office toilets which are only cleaned by contract cleaners once, twice or three times a week and you will probably find a container of bleach of some description nestling either on the window sill or by the toilet bowl, especially in the ‘ladies’ toilets. Males do not seem to have the same reliance on bleach, or they simply do not think about clean toilets!
What is this fascination that we seem to have with bleach not as a whitener but as a cleaner? Is it effective as a disinfectant? Yes, because the alkaline nature of the bleach plus the small amounts of chloride ions produced are both effective at killing bacteria and viruses. Is it effective as a whitener? Yes, because on contact with water it produces free oxygen radicals that will oxidise some coloured pigments. Hence the bleaching effect. Oxygen radicals are also effective disinfectants so aid in destroying harmful organisms.
However what are the cleaning properties of bleach? They would appear to be minimal. Does bleach remove dirt? Does bleach remove staining in toilet bowls? The answer to all these would seem to be no it does not. What the bleach is in fact doing is rendering the stain or the dirt transparent. It is bleaching it. It is still there but not visible!
So householders quite happily soak there toilet bowls with bleach. This gets them clean with the minimum of effort and has the added bonus that they smell ‘clean’. The porcelain will certainly look clean and shiny but in reality it is not you just cannot see it any more as it has been bleached!
I believe we rely so much on bleach because of past usage by our parents and grand parents and it gives the effect of looking clean and most importantly it smells clean. Psychologically we see it clean, we smell it clean and all the nasty ‘germs’ have been killed so it must be clean. In reality it is a trick, the dirt or the stain is still there we just cannot see it, and whatever odours were around are being masked by the smell of chlorine, the clean smell. Like mould that has been treated with bleach they will return!
Further articles on our fascination with bleach will be appearing shortlZZZ

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• Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

American Weigh Black Blade Digital Pocket Scale, 1000 by 0.1 G

American Weigh Black Blade Digital Pocket Scale, 1000 by 0.1 G Rating:
List Price: $22.95
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Don't be fooled by the imitations. The Blade Scale from American Weigh is the original pocket scale with a retractable backlit display. Now the Blade Scale comes bundled with an extra large expansion tray and carrying pouch to hold everything. With a 10 year American Weigh Warranty and such a low, low price, it only makes sense to choose the original Blade Scale.

Details

  • Handy digital pocket scale with retractable backlit display; Black
  • Weighs up to 1000 grams in 0.1 gram increments; Ships Pre-Calibrated; Calibrates with a 500g weight (sold separate); Tolerance ±0.2g
  • Comes bundled with two expansion trays including an extra large one with deep sides for weighing loose items
  • Auto-Off after 60 seconds of non-use; Platform Size: 2.7 x 2.7 in; Auto-Zero Tracking; Integrated Overload Protection
  • 10 Year Limited Warranty; Powered by two AAA batteries (included)

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