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Bathroom Overhaul: Finding the Best Towel Warmer For Your Family

bmetzger — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:58:23 +0000

Happy Halloween. It is that time of year when we start to nest indoors as the temperatures drop. We are finishing the master bathroom in our house and want to share some of the ideas that you can do to improve some of the key rooms in your home. Get a sparkling new bathroom without the hassle of pulling out the old tub and shower. You can spice up the look with a towel warmer. You can also pay someone to put fresh custom fixtures that fill over the existing bathroom fixtures.

Grills Grills Grills: Outdoor propane grills vs Single Use grills.

bmetzger — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:11:33 +0000

Did you know that 50% of the charcoal grill market in the UK and countries throughout Europe and the Middle East use single-use grills. Single use grills, such as the EZ grill, provide about 90 minutes of grilling time. The grills come loaded with charcoal. The big selling point is that there is no mess to clean up. However, even charcoal loyalists are switching to portable gas grills for value.

Rx for Cold and Flu Season

bmetzger — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:18:06 +0000

The five germiest places

Stop cold and flu in their tracks by disinfecting these spots in your home and office that are often touched but rarely sanitized:

1. Phones and cell phones

2. The TV remote

3. Your desk and keyboard

4. Light Switches

5. Bathroom and kitchen faucets

Here are other ideas to keep your health this upcoming winter. Warm up and feel better with a cup of green tea. Several teas have great aroma that pack anitoxidants to help your bopdy fight off the sniffles. Keep your feet warm. You can buy Foot booties that keep you warm as you try to save money by keeping the heat down in the home.

New Blow Out Price on the following Aviva Inflatables

bmetzger — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 21:01:57 +0000

We just dropped the price on the following Aviva towables, The Hyper, the F-16, 360. Time is now to get the simple boat towable for the summer trip to the lake. The water inflatable season is upon us. Many people are planning lakes to the trips.

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Helpful Hints for Using Deep Fryers

bmetzger — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 01:04:50 +0000

Deep fryers are handy for making snacks or preparing meats. However, you need to know how to use the machine. Here are some helpful hints.

If unit fails to preheat or if the cooking process stops, check cord assembly to assure plug is properly attached to the fryer appliance

When using the fryer for the first time, a slight odor or light smoking may occur as manufacturing residue evaporates. This is normal during initial use.

Before deep frying, always remove excess moisture or ice crystals from food by blotting with toweling. Moist foods cause excess foaming, spattering, and crackling.

When preparing your favorite recipes, fry 1 to 4 cups food, in unit, at a time. If too much food is fried at the same time, the food will not get crisp.

For breading or coating foods, use commercial breading, finely ground bread or cracker crumbs, corn meal, mixture of corn meal and flour, pancake mix, or prepared bread mixes.

Use only metal cooking utensils in the fryer as plastic or rubber will become damaged from the hot oil. Do not leave metal utensils in the fryer as they will become hot.

After each use, strain oil through a filter or a double thickness of cheesecloth to remove the accumulated residue.

It is time to replace the cooking oil if any of the following occur: The oil is dark in color, The oil has an unpleasant odor, The oil smokes when heated, the oil foams rather excessively during frying.

Looking to buy a good Yoga Mat?

bmetzger — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 04:17:26 +0000

Here are some quick tips and updates on yoga mats for those in the market. We have found that as yoga classes are being offered at more fitness centers, people may be tiring of the germy frayed yoga mats offered for rent at the local gym. Today, Comfortchannel.com has partnered with several manufacturers that are rolling out new materials incorporated in exercise mats that are environmentally friendly and give a more comfortable surface for yoga positions.

The Pilates yoga mats offered on comfortchannel.com provide more cushion and are heavy enough that they do not move around when you are stretching. Users found that new products do help them from slipping during practice and provided enough padding to ease the pressure. According to the Yoga journal, Americans spend 5.7 billion a year on yoga classes and products, an 87% increase since 2004.

Some of the keys to mats are the thermal plastic elastomer which makes the mat recyclable and less toxic than commonly used pvc.

Straight lines on the mat help you align your feet. There are also some types of mats that are for hot types of yoga, synch as a Bikram class. The goal is to be able to lay on the mat without sticking to it. These types of mats are made with machine washable cotton.

Good Ideas for Storage in the Home

bmetzger — Thu, 14 May 2009 21:32:24 +0000

If there is one room where space is usually at a premium, its the bathroom. Storage solutions will let you make the most of every inch. Some great ideas include under sink storage area constructed of simple plywood covered 2 x 4’s then painted to replace a vanity and adds more room the sectioned off shelves make organization easy preventing the deep pile up that usually occurs in under sink storage.

Chrome baskets slides out easily for access to rolled up handtowels, washcloths, toilet tissue and bath products. Above-counter basins take up less under-sink space providing even more storage area. A niche cut into the wall for a narrow cabinet and shelves adds plenty of hiding space but does not intrude on the room.

Get in the habit of looking up, rather than around for more room. You can usually find vertical space for shelves and storage.

Living room storage is slightly different. The secret to finding space is simple as looking at something in a new way. Use a hallway console table or a dining room sideboard in the living room. Stash everyday items in the drawers and save the top for beautiful accessories. Tuck a large woven basket in an out o way spot to corral throw pillows and afghans. The key is double duty furniture.

Hotel Yoga: Stretching Out While On The Road

bmetzger — Fri, 08 May 2009 20:52:32 +0000

Are you bored in the hotel room? Can’t find Fine Business Stationery in the desk drawer, and you are getting bent out of shape because you abandoned your exercise routine. Here is good news. Several hotels, including the Kimpton Hotels, are offering in room yoga sessions. Now you can pack your yoga mat (need to buy a yoga mat? find them here) with you on the road. Featured yoga instructors include Suzanne Deason, Patricia Walden, and Rodney Yee.

Reduce the Mosquitos in Your Backyard in 3-4 Weeks

bmetzger — Mon, 04 May 2009 20:27:34 +0000

Female biting insects require blood to nourish their eggs, and we know that you do not want to be the source of that blood. Scientific research has proven that mosquitoes track down hosts by sensing the carbon dioxide, moisture, and heat from breath, body odors, and color contrasts. Propane mosquito catchers work by burning the gas into warm carbon dioxide and water vapor. The precision mixture is released out into the air stream. Additionally, mosquito killer machines use lures and traps that offer additional scents to increase the attraction power of the devices. USDA has approved these types of mosquito trappers as effective at attracting, trapping, and killing a wide variety of biting insects.

Extended coverage, Skeetervac mosquito exterminators are perfect for those living in areas heavily populated by mosquitoes. The SkeeterVac™ is the perfect mosquito killing solution. Protect your friends and family from mosquito transmitted disease, while creating a more comfortable atmosphere in your outdoor living space with the highly effective SkeeterVac™. The SkeeterVac SV-5000 offers over 1 + acres of coverage against mosquito and other biting insects. Compared to other comparable units, the SV-5000 has 60-140 % more CO2 output, twice as many trapping systems, 3 times longer bait life and a patented FineTune baiting system that is easy to adjust. This commercial grade unit attracts more species of mosquitos than any other unit!

31 Tips to a Healthier and Comfortable You

bmetzger — Fri, 01 May 2009 14:36:36 +0000

Takes these steps one day at a time.

1. Weigh your handbag. Heavy handbags are one of the biggest culprits for back pain

2. Touch someone. Thirty minutes of skin-to-skin contact promotes the release of the feel good hormone oxytocin, resulting in lower blood pressure.

3. Eat more fish. A three ounce serving of fatty fish such asa tina or salmon every three to four days can help orevent breast cancer.

4. Take a few deep breaths before bed. Improve your sleep by focusing on your breathing when you lie down.

5. Look for BPA free bottles

6. Watch comedy

7. Visit the local library. Challenge the brain on a regular basis

8. Turn off the cell phone. At least during driving

9. Do a spot check. become an expert at your skin, look for potentially cancerous moles

10. Eat more nuts. almonds and cashews are high in magnesium.

11. Listen to music. the rhythms in music relax blood vessels.

12. Consider using a shower filter.

13. Don’t work on a computer close to bedtime.

14. Take vitamin D.

15. Floss twice a day.

16. Snack on some cherries.

17. Do a breast check.

18. Call a friend. One day of feeling blue can cause an increase in the amount of the stress hormone Cortisol. Friends can help escape the blues.

19. Wear flats more often.

20. Drive the scenic route.

21. Protect the eyes. Wear sunglasses.

22. Stretch daily.

23. Consume less food at night.

24. Walk. A brisk walk raises white blood cell counts boosting your immune system.

25. Drink milk.

26. Change bed linens weekly.

27. Take in the view.

28. Avoid second hand smoke.

29. Disinfect your purse, or anything that is carried around in public, regularly to avoid spreading germs.

30. Check your heart rate.

31. Change your toothbrush.