‘Brabantia’ Archive
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011
 Cold, dry winter weather may wreak havoc on your skin, your sinuses and even your clothing, as embarrassing static cling can cause items to stick or ride up inappropriately.
Low humidity promotes static cling, so many experts suggest using a humidifier such as the Venta-Airwasher to add moisture to the air and cut down on clingy clothing.
The Venta-Airwasher utilizes cold evaporation, which is recognized as the best way to clean and humidify the air.
It does this by using water, not a filter pad, to humidify and purify at the same time. This process eliminates millions of airborne particles, leaving you with fresh, clean, humidified air.
According to Yahoo.com, adding a ball of aluminum foil to each load of laundry in the dryer can also help to keep static away.
The website also recommends avoiding over-drying clothing by taking items out when they're about 95 percent dry and finishing the process by using a drying rack.
Brabantia's Wallfix Wall Mounted Rotary Drying Rack attaches to a wall and folds for compact storage. It is large enough to dry a full washing machine load of laundry and is constructed of corrosion-resistant materials.
Other drying rack options include the Brabantia Bathroom Drying Rack, which is perfect for small to medium loads of laundry, and the Brabantia Door Drying Rack, which is ideal for small loads.
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Wednesday, March 9th, 2011
 Open trash cans can not only leave your kitchen smelling like a dump, the visible trash is also very unappealing. Those who are searching for a stylish solution to their trash can look no further. The Brabantia Touch Bin line of waste storage cans provides a fashionable way to throw trash.
Most people hide their trashcans under the sink or inside a cabinet due to the smell as well as the sight of garbage. With a Brabantia Touch Bin, you will actually want to showcase your lidded trashcan. The line offers stylish designs from rectangular pieces to cylindrical ones. Besides its beautiful designs, the Touch Bin cans are also ergonomically designed for easier use. The 'soft-touch' closing mechanism makes opening and closing the lid easy. The removable plastic inner bucket also makes it easier to clean the interior.
Whether you choose a stainless steel finish to match your kitchen appliances or a matte black to go with your black granite countertops, the Touch Bin is a chic addition to your space.
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Tuesday, March 8th, 2011
 According to Forbes magazine, the price of heating a home in winter can vary wildly – but not because of temperature differences. For example, Buffalo and Boston have similar temperatures in the month of February with average lows of about 23 and 16 degrees, respectively. Yet a family in Buffalo can expect to pay over $300 less per month than their east coast counterparts.
The difference comes in the choice of heat. Only two percent of Buffalonians use more expensive oil to heat their homes, compared to 36 percent of Boston residents. To make matters worse, as of 2008 the price of heating oil had risen nearly 40 percent.
This leaves homeowners looking for thrifty ways to save money during the long winter months. This can be as simple as throwing on an extra layer of clothing to carefully insulating all of the windows with plastic sheet.
The Brabantia Drying Rack is another way homeowners can cut back on costs. Rather than footing the bill to run loads through the dryer, simply hang them up and allow them to try. This will allow families to reduce their energy costs over time.
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Monday, February 28th, 2011
 As families across the nation continue to suffer due to high unemployment rates, gas prices and other effects of the economic downturn, one grocery chain has opted to freeze prices on 40 essential items.
The Wegmans grocery chain says that it will keep prices as is on many items that families buy each week, such as orange juice, cereal, yogurt, coffee and deli items. The prices will remain flat for the remainder of 2011.
"Such things as bananas, pasta, frozen vegetables and laundry detergent are in most shopping carts every week. They are products that families can't do without, so what they pay for these items really matters," Wegmans Food Markets President Colleen Wegman told the Times Leader newspaper.
Another way to get the most for your money at the supermarket is to ensure foods stay fresh. Using a Brabantia bread bin or food storage container is an ideal way to store items such as bread, cookies, crackers, baked goods and snack items.
Brabantia bread boxes are available in white, black and stainless steel so they will fit right in with any decor. In addition, they have a large capacity and keep your food and bread fresher for longer.
These items are available in roll-top and flat-top models. The roll-top designs are equipped with plastic stops inside of the bins to dampen noise when opened and closed quickly.
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Friday, February 25th, 2011
 You may have missed it, but many people throughout the U.S. celebrated National Banana Bread Day this week.
Making banana bread at home is simple. Various recipes are available online, but many people have a favorite version that's been passed down in their family for generations.
The one thing to remember when whipping up a loaf at home is that you need very ripe bananas to ensure the best flavor. If you have a bunch that is definitely past its prime and probably too mushy to enjoy as hand fruit, they are perfect for banana bread!
Whether you make your own at home or buy it at your favorite bakery, banana bread lovers know that this moist and delicious baked good can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
Keeping a loaf of this fruity bread fresh can be achieved using a Brabantia bread box.
The Brabantia bread and food storage bins are available in three colors – black, white and stainless steel – which complement any kitchen décor. In addition, they have a large capacity and keep your bread fresher for longer.
Brabantia bread boxes are available in roll top and flat top models. The roll top designs are equipped with plastic stops inside of the bins to dampen noise when opened and closed quickly.
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Monday, February 21st, 2011
 Ice, snow and freezing temperatures have left many throughout the country looking to get away to warmer locales.
For some, an ideal wintertime vacation includes sun, sand and swimming. Whether you choose to escape to Mexico, Puerto Rico, Aruba or another tropical destination, odds are you'll be spending a lot of time in a bathing suit.
Experts say it's important to take extra care when washing swimsuits, as they can become damaged in a washing machine or clothes dryer.
According to Real Simple magazine, bathing suits should be rinsed after each use to extend their life.
In addition, these items should be hand-washed in a sink with cold water and a special lingerie or bathing suit detergent.
HowToCleanStuff.net says, "NEVER dry your bathing suit in a dryer as the heat and mechanics of the dryer will break down the elastic and other material on the bathing suit."
Bathing suits should be air-dried away from the sun by being placed on a flat surface or by using a drying rack, such as one of the many Brabantia drying racks available.
In addition to helping clothes last longer and avoid shrinkage, using a drying rack helps save energy and leaves laundry with a fresh scent that machine dryers can't compare with.
Brabantia drying racks are available in different sizes and styles for any of your laundry needs. They are built to last with corrosion-resistant materials and can be used indoors or outdoors.
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Friday, February 18th, 2011
 A pair of classic black trousers is a must-have for any wardrobe as it can be dressed up or down and offers a lot of versatility.
While dark clothing looks great when it's new, these items can fade over time and look older than they actually are.
Housekeeping experts suggest washing dark-colored items together, turning them inside out and using cold water to cut down on fading.
"The colder the temperature, the better, since warm water tends to break down fibers and fade clothes faster," Steve Boorstein, author of The Clothing Doctor's 99 Secrets to Cleaning and Clothing Care, told Real Simple magazine.
As over-drying can also make colors fade, it may be best to let these items air dry by using a Brabantia drying rack.
Brabantia drying racks are available in different sizes for all types of laundry needs. The Wallfix Wall Mounted Rotary Drying Rack is ideal for large loads of laundry, the Bathroom Drying Rack is ideal for small to medium loads, and the Door Drying Rack is ideal for small loads.
In addition, these products are constructed of corrosion-resistant materials to help them last longer than other products.
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Friday, February 18th, 2011
 While putting on a new shirt, dress or outfit can make you feel like a million bucks, experts say it's often a good idea to wash new clothing items before they make their debut.
According to TLC.com, it's important to wash textiles before wearing them to rinse out excess dye and to remove or diminish the chemical finishes that manufacturers put on clothes to make them look better.
Real Simple magazine writes that chemicals can irritate skin, while excess dyes can discolor skin or rub off onto upholstery or other fabrics.
In addition, dermatologist Dr. Carolyn Jacob tells the magazine that it's especially important, for health reasons, to wash items like lingerie and swimsuits before wearing them.
These items should be washed in very hot water and hung to dry using a product like a Brabantia drying rack.
Brabantia's Wallfix Wall Mounted Rotary Drying Rack is one option. This product attaches to a wall and folds for compact storage. In addition, it is large enough to dry a full washing machine load of laundry and is constructed of corrosion-resistant materials.
Other options include the Brabantia Bathroom Drying Rack, which is perfect for small to medium loads of laundry, and the Brabantia Door Drying Rack, which is ideal for small loads.
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Tuesday, February 15th, 2011
 There’s no getting around the fact that garbage is dirty. After all, it’s where dirty tissues, old, ripped socks, dinner scraps and food containers are put when they’ve outlived their usefulness.
Experts say the kitchen garbage can be a breeding ground for germs, bacteria and foul smells. For that reason, they should be disinfected at least once a week to avoid spreading these things throughout your home.
Trash receptacles that need to be manually opened are more likely to contain a lot of germs and bacteria on the surface, as users handling garbage must touch them in order to deposit the trash.
Using a pedal-operated bin, such as one of the many varieties available from Brabantia, can help keep dirty hands off of trash bins and avoid the spread of germs throughout your household.
Brabantia pedal bins feature high-quality pedal mechanisms that are built to last. When opened using the pedal, the hands-free design allows users to avoid spreading germs on the bin surface. The lid also closes itself when using this feature.
Pedal bins can also be manually opened and will remain open for repeated use.
The lid provides an odor-proof seal and the plastic inner liner can be easily removed to clean or change bin liners.
Brabantia pedal bins are available in 12, 20, 25 and 30 liter sizes in black, white, red and fingerprint-proof matte steel.
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Friday, February 11th, 2011
 It’s a scenario many dog owners know all too well – they return home to find their pet has gotten into the garbage can and made a complete mess.
Besides the mess that a trash can invasion can cause, eating trash can be dangerous for dogs. After all, the garbage often contains broken and sharp items as well as foods such as chocolate and chicken bones that can make your pet sick.
Many people with curious canines keep their trash cans in a pantry with a full-sized door, inside of a cabinet with a child-proof lock or elsewhere to deter scrounging.
However, there are other options that make your trash accessible to you, but not your dog.
According to AnimalTalk.us, a basic metal trash can with a pedal operation, such as one of the many Brabantia bins available, is a good option, since dogs can’t manipulate the pedal with their paws.
In addition to keeping pets out of the garbage, Brabantia pedal bins operate on a heavy-duty pedal mechanism that closes softly and creates an odor-proof seal.
These bins are available in a variety of sizes to meet any need as well as many different colors and finishes to complement any décor.
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