Are App-Linked Washers Worth It?

The Internet of Things (IoT) continues to grow, with washing machines among those appliances that can be monitored or controlled by apps. Both residential and commercial washers now have varying connection abilities, from simple cycle monitoring to online payments. Apartment complexes that need new commercial washers have options like letting residents download an app that lets them pay for washes off credit cards without them actually having to use a card slot that could break. Read More 

Non-Toxic Ceramic Coated Cookware: What To Look For

Cookware coated with synthetic, non-stick coatings may be cheap and easy to use, but many amateur and professional cooks are growing increasingly concerned about the damaging effects these coatings may have on your health. PTFE coatings (more commonly known by their brand name, Teflon) have been linked to a variety of dangerous diseases and can cause widespread environmental contamination. If you are looking for a non-toxic alternative to conventional non-stick cookware, ceramic coated pots and pans are an excellent choice. Read More 

4 Factors Behind Soaking Wet Clothes After A Wash Cycle

Sure, it does not take a rocket scientist to understand that your clothes will be wet after a washing cycle. However, what is a lot harder to understand is why your clothes would be soaking wet. If at the end of your washing machine's cycle, you open the door to find clothes that are dripping wet, it is safe to say you have a problem on your hands. Exactly what that problem is, is what you need to know; learn some of the common sources of trouble. Read More 

Signs You Need a Water Softener in Your Home

A water softener is a special filtration tool installed under sinks and near main water sources to help make hard water less harsh. You can have water softener installation done on your home if you have a hard water problem, something85% of homes have. Hard water is water that contains higher levels of magnesium and calcium than homes with soft water, along with trace amounts of other minerals. Soft water is simply hard water that has been treated by a filtration system designed to remove a majority of the hard water deposits found commonly in water. Read More 

Here’s What To Look For When Shopping For A New Refrigerator

If there's an appliance that we use most in our house, it's probably our refrigerators. We rely on it daily to keep our food fresh and safe to eat. The last thing anyone wants to deal with is a broken refrigerator, but there will probably come a time when your fridge does stop working. It's a smart idea to invest in a new one before your old one breaks. There are so many great refrigerator options available with great features. Read More