Sanyo Mini Fridge Review

Post image for Sanyo Mini Fridge Review

Today we’re reviewing two models of Sanyo mini fridge: the Sanyo SR-2570M mini refrigerator, which is a 2.5 cu ft model; and the Sanyo SR-SR3770S mini refrigerator, which is a 3.6 cu ft counter high unit. Do these small refrigerators really keep food and beverages as cold as their full size counterparts?

The Sanyo SR-2570M mini fridge is Sanyo’s dorm size refrigerator. This is one of their top selling models, mainly because it’s so attractive. Everyone seems to be buying the stainless steel and black model pictured at left, although the unit is also available in black or white. Although you can find other models in this size, the Sanyo gets the most customers because of its name and its reliable performance.
[click to continue…]

Propane Weed Burners

July 15, 2009
Thumbnail image for Propane Weed Burners

More homeowners are buying a propane weed torch to take out pesky weeds without herbicides. Do the Weed Dragon and other weed burners work as well as the manufacturers claim? A weed burner works by using a propane flame to heat the moisture in the weed’s leaves and stems until the plant literally boils to [...]

Read the full article →

Portable Garages, Canopies, and Carports

July 9, 2009
Thumbnail image for Portable Garages, Canopies, and Carports

A portable garage, garage canopy, or metal carport can be an inexpensive alternative to putting up a permanent structure to house your car, boat, or camper. Are these temporary shelters a good investment compared to building a garage or pole barn? Cost: A conventional two-car garage with a concrete floor costs a minimum of $10,000 [...]

Read the full article →

Trikke Bike Is a Great Workout

May 15, 2009
Thumbnail image for Trikke Bike Is a Great Workout

A Trikke* bike is actually a three-wheeled scooter that you power by pumping with your arms and legs. It looks like a walk in the park, but it gives you a great workout. Not only that, but it’s loads of fun. *Trikke is actually pronounced “trike” (like tricycle), not “tricky.”

Read the full article →

Powerball Gyroscopic Hand Exerciser

April 15, 2009
Thumbnail image for Powerball Gyroscopic Hand Exerciser

The Powerball gyroscopic hand exerciser is a cool-looking gadget that some people use as a toy, while others claim it helps them with common hand, wrist, and arm ailments. Read more to find out why “Powerballers” are so gung-ho about their sport.

Read the full article →

Dress Up Your Wood Stove with a Pipe Sham

July 26, 2010

Let’s face it, the stove pipe isn’t the prettiest part of a wood stove. Although it serves the important purpose of venting smoke and hot gases out of your home, it’s ugly and difficult to cover up. But now, manufacturers of wood stove accessories have come up with the solution to the problem: a stove [...]

Read the full article →

Compost Tumblers Take the Mess Out of Composting

June 1, 2009

Gardeners have always loved compost, but now that it’s easy to buy a compost bin tumbler online, they can love it even more. Best of all, their non-gardening neighbors can love it too.

Read the full article →

Home Tanning Beds Make Tanning More Convenient

May 14, 2009

For people who just have to have healthy, bronzed skin, home tanning beds are high on the must-have list. Although salon tanning has been popular for years, and is a $5 billion industry, the home tanning bed sector is a relative latecomer to the scene. One reason is price. A good home tanning bed starts [...]

Read the full article →

Does the Laser Comb for Hair Loss Really Work?

May 14, 2009
Thumbnail image for Does the Laser Comb for Hair Loss Really Work?

The Hairmax Laser Comb by Lexington LLC is a new device designed to treat male pattern baldness. The device is a hand-held red light laser unit that runs on household AC current. The built-in comb parts your existing hair so it can deliver a bath of low-level laser light directly to your scalp. If the [...]

Read the full article →

Solar Shingles Can Save You Money on Your Electric Bill

April 26, 2009

Recent advances in thin-film solar panel technology have given us solar shingles. These are lightweight, aesthetically pleasing mini-solar panels that look like regular shingles and that can be installed on part or all of your roof to collect solar power and turn it into electricity. Would this work for your home?

Read the full article →

← Previous Entries