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Special Precautions To Help Keep Home Fires Burning Safely February 27, 2008

Posted by Vedis The Home Lover in : Home Safety Tips , comments closed

Nothing adds warmth or comfort to a home as much as a fireplace does. Whether it burns logs or gas, a fireplace gives off a wonderful glow.

If your home has one or more fireplaces, special precautions can help to keep home fires burning safely:

* Never burn charcoal or use a hibachi in your fireplace. Both produce deadly carbon monoxide.

* Protect against sparks by enclosing a fireplace’s opening with glass doors or a sturdy screen.

* Never close the flue while a fire is still smoldering. Carbon monoxide could build up.

* Never use gasoline, kerosene or lighter fluid to start a fire. Burn only dry, seasoned hardwood. For extra safety, light fires with long-stemmed matches.

* Have your fireplace and chimney inspected annually. They should be properly vented and free of blockages. Have cleaned as needed.

* Protect the top of your chimney with a guard that keeps out birds and small animals and keeps in sparks that could ignite your roof.

* Keep flammables such as newspapers, magazines, rugs and carpeting well away from the fireplace.

* Teach children to stay back from the fireplace.

* Never leave a fire unattended.

* Keep a fire extinguisher handy.

If enjoying the warmth of a fire without the chores of hauling wood and cleaning ashes is your main concern, then woodburning fireplaces are not your options.

What about considering blomus stainless steel fireplace accessories? Not only does stainless steel fireplace burn the cleanest fuel available, bio-ethanol, but it is directly mounted on the wall. This is possible since the heat radiates outward but is insulated against the wall by the stainless steel’s reflective and insulating nature.

The bio-ethanol which is poured in a reservoir below a grill, is very clean when burned as it turns into heat and a water vapor. It does not leave a film on your walls or windows and no chimney is required.

Check out TheStainlessSteelStore.com for high-quality home accessories, stainless steel fireplace accessories and also blomus stainless steel mailboxes perfectly fit in modern living world and emphasize the individual style.

Buy Unique Kitchen Gifts: Breadman TR875 2-Pound Breadmaker, Stainless Steel – In Stock On 25, February 2008 February 25, 2008

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I bought this Breadman TR875 2-Pound Breadmaker, Stainless Steel from Amazon because it was on sale for $69 about two weeks ago. That seemed like a good price for what looked like a decent machine, so I ordered it.

I’m so glad that I did buy this Breadman TR875 2-Pound Breadmaker, Stainless Steel! I have made six loaves so far, all of which have come out perfectly. I tried two other machines before this model, both of which burnt or did other crazy things to the loaves and so required tons of monitoring and adjustments.

With this Breadman TR875 2-Pound Breadmaker, Stainless Steel, though, it really is as easy as throwing a few ingredients in the machine and pressing a button! So far I have made french bread, whole wheat bread, brown rice flour bread, irish potato brown bread, and more. The recipes that came with the machine work well, but I also picked up a few bread machine cookbooks for more variety.

In addition to making great bread, I love how quiet this Breadman TR875 2-Pound Breadmaker, Stainless Steel is (like another reviewer, I kept checking to see whether it was working the first time).

I also like that it’s a little smaller than equivalent 2 lb. machines and so easily fits under kitchen cabinets, and I love the way it looks in my kitchen (it’s not a huge, hideous white box!).

Overall, I am extremely happy with my purchase.

Buy Bedding: Tommy Hilfiger All American Denim Twin Comforter – In Stock On 24, February 2008 February 24, 2008

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I have been trying to find a nice denim comforter for my room for a long time. I can now stop looking !!!

Tommy Hilfiger All American Denim Twin Comforter is a soft and well made comforter of prewashed denim. It is the exact one that sells in department stores for $130 and up. I also bought the matching shams and bedskirt.

The quality of this Tommy Hilfiger All American Denim Twin Comforter , the warmth, the color, the sizing, and the durability are perfect!

This Tommy Hilfiger All American Denim Twin Comforter is heavier and warmer than the other comforters I had purchased and it is much more generous in it’s sizing.

I am so very pleased with the quality of this Tommy Hilfiger All American Denim Twin Comforter and would recommend their products to everyone.

As always, Amazon, thank you for outstanding and expedited delivery!

7 Tips For Ways To Maximize Your Space Using Modern Furniture February 24, 2008

Posted by Vedis The Home Lover in : Home Decorating / Storage Ideas , comments closed

The 87% of Americans who describe their home as small to medium in size know the importance of using every square inch to maximum efficiency.

Rather than making their space look bigger, people want a cozy, intimate feel and prefer to use their space wisely and get the most out of it.

Modern Furniture is a true complement to a small abode – it helps you maximize your space by providing function, comfort and style.

Here are practical tips for ways to increase square footage using your existing Modern Furniture without building on an addition:

1. Go Vertical. Consider tall furniture rather than wide to preserve precious floor space.

2. Use Your Walls. Add a shelf or rack to display a favorite collection or for hanging hats, ties and scarves.

3. Stash It in Style. Today’s occasional tables offer plenty of storage with drawers, shelves and cubbies plus glass-topped display space for collectibles.

4. Stack ‘em. Stackable and folding chairs are excellent ways to keep a supply of seating for a dinner party, holiday gatherings or drop-in guests.

5. Sweet Dreams. Sleep better knowing that you’ve taken advantage of the valuable space under the bed – in style. Use decorative boxes and storage bins to stow out-of-season clothing, wrapping paper, sporting goods or anything else.

6. Retractable Doors. When shopping for an armoire or entertainment center, look for ones with retractable doors to provide more space when the doors are open.

7. Rollin’, Rollin’, Rollin’. Many pieces of Modern Furniture have wheels – whether it is a sofa, a coffee table, a storage shelf, kitchen table or an ottoman. Enjoy extra mobility and function with a wheeled piece of furniture that is fashionable and practical.

First Aid Basic Supplies For Your Home February 24, 2008

Posted by Vedis The Home Lover in : First Aid Kit Essentials / Medical Supplies , comments closed

In any emergency a family member or you yourself may be cut, burned or suffer other injuries. If you have these basic supplies you are better prepared to help your loved ones when they are hurt.

Remember, many injuries are not life threatening and do not require immediate medical attention. Knowing how to treat minor injuries can make a difference in an emergency.

Consider taking a first aid class, but simply having the following basic medical supplies can help you stop bleeding, prevent infection and assist in decontamination.

Here are some first aid kit essentials:

* Two pairs of latex exam gloves, or other sterile gloves (if you are allergic to Latex).

* Sterile dressings to stop bleeding.

* Cleansing agent/soap and antibiotic towelettes to disinfect.

* Antibiotic ointment to prevent infection.

* Burn ointment to prevent infection.

* Adhesive bandages in a variety of sizes.

* Nonstick sterile pads: these are soft, superabsorbent pads that provide a good environment for wound healing.

Buy Unique Kitchen Gifts: KitchenAid KMCC1KB Stand Mixer Cloth Cover, Khaki With Black Trim – In Stock On 21, February 2008 February 21, 2008

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I’ve had my Artisan 5 Quart Kitchenaid Stand Mixer for a few years now, and always thought that this KitchenAid KMCC1KB Stand Mixer Cloth Cover, Khaki With Black Trim was a bit of a luxury, and that I could easily find fifty other things to spend twenty-five bucks on.

Even for all of that, it occurred to me recently that, with cats in my house, a cover for my stand mixer would save me some pre-mixing clean-up time. Now that I’ve gotten my KitchenAid KMCC1KB Stand Mixer Cloth Cover, Khaki With Black Trim, I’m thrilled that I decided to buy it!

This KitchenAid KMCC1KB Stand Mixer Cloth Cover, Khaki With Black Trim is plenty big for my mixer. I leave all of the attachments in the bowl, as I’m sure your average Kitchenaid stand mixer owner does, and this cover fits over everything with plenty of room to spare. The bottom edge of the cover hits the countertop and covers every inch of my mixer, with no problem doing so.

I even put the KitchenAid KMCC1KB Stand Mixer Cloth Cover, Khaki With Black Trim in the washer and dryer after receiving it, to see how much it might shrink. Mine didn’t shrink at all, and the laundering got it fragrant and wrinkle-free.

Even though my stand mixer is white, I opted for the khaki cover, which blends in perfectly with my kitchen cabinets and counter tops.

This may not have been the absolute best thing I’ve ever gotten on Amazon for $25.00 or less (that’d be my Weber chimney starter – best damned $12.00 I’ve spent in a long time!!!), but this is right up there with the best of my best-buy-for-the-money purchases!

Buy Unique Kitchen Gifts: Aroma ARC820SW 10-Cup Rice Cooker – Makes 20 Cups Cooked Rice – In Stock On 20, February 2008 February 20, 2008

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I bought Aroma ARC820SW 10-Cup Rice Cooker – Makes 20 Cups Cooked Rice 18 months ago and use it everyday.

It looks and works great. The instruction manual has very useful hints.

The rice tastes great and no burn even I cook only 2 cups rice. This kind of rice cookers are the exactly kind rice cooker 1 billion people use everyday in China.

Some people also use Aroma ARC820SW 10-Cup Rice Cooker – Makes 20 Cups Cooked Rice to cook chicken, boil soup and make yogurt, yep, make yogurt.

My friend has a $200 rice cooker but her cooked rice never tastes better than mine! I just don’t understand why people spend hundreds bucks on those fancy rice cookers.

Aroma ARC820SW 10-Cup Rice Cooker – Makes 20 Cups Cooked Rice. Features Rice Cooker, Convenient Steam Tray, Measuring Cup and Rice Paddle, and Chef Martin Yan Recipe Book. Automatic Heating System Cooks rice to perfection every time. One-Touch Operation Convenient and simple to use Nonstick Cooking Pot Makes cleanup quick and easy Moisture Seal For ideal texture.

60 Second Organizing Tip For Your Clutter Clearing Session February 20, 2008

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Part of any clutter clearing session is the need to make decisions about your clutter quickly. Having categories set up before you begin makes decisions about clutter easier to make.

Pick one drawer or shelf in your home to begin with. Don’t try to tackle an entire closet or dresser in your home. Simply pick one small unit to practice with. Sort the items into 5 piles.

1. Give Away

2. Sell

3. Store

4. Keep

5. Trash

Throw away the trash. Box up the storage items. Box up your donation and sales items. Only put the keep items back in their proper places.

Accomplishing one small area of your home can give yourself the confidence to do more. Try to make your decisions quickly and you will be less likely to hang on to something you don’t need. Make sure to maintain the organization of that one clutter free space.

Become protective of the areas you’ve organized. Refuse to let them become reinfected with clutter.