10 super slow-cooker recipes for game day
10 super slow-cooker recipes for game day The worst thing about hosting a Super Bowl party is that you’re stuck in the kitchen preparing and serving food while everyone else is gathered in front of...
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Do you own one of these recalled dehumidifiers? The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced the recall of 350,000 dehumidifiers sold under the GE brand name. The units can overheat,...
View ArticleExpert tips and tricks for grilling in cold weather
Expert tips and tricks for grilling in cold weather Tailgating isn’t allowed in the parking lot of the MetLife Stadium before the Super Bowl on Sunday, just another reason to be glad that you’ll be...
View ArticleSmart lock from Kwikset knows who's knocking
Smart lock from Kwikset knows who's knocking What if you could touch your door lock to get into your house, knowing the door won't open for just anyone? That's the promise of the Kwikset Kevo...
View ArticleSmart LED system lets you turn on lights from afar
Smart LED system lets you turn on lights from afar If you could control your home’s lighting from anywhere using your smart phone or tablet, would you? Several manufacturers now offer remote-control...
View ArticlePut popcorn on your Super Bowl snack roster
Put popcorn on your Super Bowl snack roster The salty—or sweet—goodness. The crispy crunch. The buttery, finger-licking mess. It’s hard to imagine that those little, white fluff balls of deliciousness...
View Article4 ways getting more sleep keeps you healthier
4 ways getting more sleep keeps you healthier Yes, poor sleep leaves you groggy, sluggish, and accident prone. But did you know that getting the recommended amount of sleep—7 to 8 hours a night—can...
View ArticleFind the flooring you want with this matching tool
Find the flooring you want with this matching tool Major paint manufacturers commonly offer online tools and smart phone apps that let you take a photo of a color you like and match it to the paint...
View Article5 dependable dishwashers for $400 or less
5 dependable dishwashers for $400 or less For some of us, the extra benefits of paying the average $1,200 price for one of the dishwashers recommended by Consumer Reports aren't worth the extra money....
View ArticleMarvin integrates shades into its windows
Marvin integrates shades into its windows If you’re paying top dollar for windows and doors, you might not want them hidden behind bulky curtains or shades. But some sort of covering is needed to...
View ArticleNew tiling system works with any tile you choose
New tiling system works with any tile you choose Installing tile hasn’t been as formidable a project since products like Snapstone and Daltile came along, letting you install tiles bonded to...
View ArticleSmart thermostats respond to your every command
Smart thermostats respond to your every command Google’s $3.2 billion acquisition of Nest shows how quickly mobile-controlled thermostats are heating up. Now, other big-name brands are getting in on...
View ArticleDecking offers the look of wood without the work
Decking offers the look of wood without the work Composite decking materials offer the look of wood without the need to stain. And as the material evolves, it continues to take on new colors and...
View ArticleIs it wise to control appliances by smart phone?
Is it wise to control appliances by smart phone? From cars to garage doors, the list of things you can control with your smart phone is growing fast. That list now includes more home generators and...
View ArticleKohler faucet with sweep spray speeds cleaning
Kohler faucet with sweep spray speeds cleaning A new faucet from Kohler, on display at the International Builders' Show, replaces the familiar circular pattern spray with a wide, forceful blade of...
View Article6 secrets of successful meal planning
6 secrets of successful meal planning Whether you're whipping up a weeknight meal or throwing a multicourse dinner party, good planning is key. It's also what trips people up the most. In our recent...
View ArticleFrozen dinners get the steam treatment
Frozen dinners get the steam treatment “Freshly steams in minutes,” the Lean Cuisine package says about its latest garlic chicken. “Uses the power of steam to cook flavorful Seven Whole Grain pasta in...
View ArticleHow to save when buying a washer and dryer
How to save when buying a washer and dryer If you had to put a price tag on a new washer and dryer, how high would you go? When Yahoo posted an article from Consumer Reports on impressive laundry...
View ArticleBosch cooking gear has common-sense features
Bosch cooking gear has common-sense features When it comes to kitchen appliances, convenience is increasingly synonymous with high-tech mobile control. But some new work-saving features are more about...
View ArticleWater-saving Niagara toilet has a hushed flush
Water-saving Niagara toilet has a hushed flush Dual-flush toilets with one setting for what we’ll politely call solid waste and another for liquid use less water, at least in theory. But many toilets...
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