Soft Scrub 4-in-1 Toilet Cleaner {+Giveaway)

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Raise your hand if scrubbing the toilet is your favorite thing to do!!!!!

Oh. Nobody?

That is what I thought. I knew that I liked you all!

Just like you, I do not like scrubbing the toilet. I do not like it one bit! That is why if there is a product out there that makes it so I can scrub less often – than I am all ears!

How about you? Are you listening yet? Well, this product got my attention, and I think it will get yours too! Say goodbye to constant scrubbing thanks to NEW Soft Scrub® 4-in-1 Toilet Care! Woot-Woot!

What exactly makes Soft Scrub® 4-in-1 Toilet Care different from the others? First of all, this toilet bowl rim hanger stays in place and doesn’t dissolve too quickly. The NEW Soft Scrub® 4-in-1 Toilet Care provides long lasting cleaning and freshening thanks to its unique design and advanced formula. Best of all, it freshens for up to 4 weeks and costs less than $2.00!

I’ve gotten to know the 4-in-1 rim hanger, and I think I like it! I tried the fragrance Sapphire Waters (also available in Alpine Fresh) and found that the scent wasn’t overwhelming. This toilet bowl cleaner is easy enough, I just took it out of the package, hung it on the rim and let it prevent stains and smells all on it’s own.

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Save time Laundry Tip: Detergent and Softener in One {+Giveaway}

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Sometimes it feels like I spend half the day gathering up dirty clothes, unraveling bunched up socks, washing and folding laundry. If I can save time doing this necessary chore, I will do it!

Since hiring a maid to do my laundry for me is out of the question, I will just have to find ways to save time on my own.

Well I have found a quick laundry tip to save me some time, thanks to Purex! Purex is helping me and families across the country save time on their laundry by skipping a step in the process! They have developed a new product called Purex plus Fabric Softener with Crystals – which is both detergent and fabric softener in one!

 

Tip: Use a detergent and fabric softener all-in-one.

 

After using the time saving Purex all-in-one my clothes came out clean and smelling amazing. This detergent is tough on stains and removes dirt as well as softens clothing! By having it all in one, I was able to save a step in the laundry process and have more time to do the folding and hanging! ;)

Now on to the fun stuff… enough about laundry, how about winning?

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Sweepstakes

One lucky winner will receive $1,000 and a year of FREE Purex detergent plus Fabric Softener, while 500 second place winners get to try this powerful, fresh detergent for FREE! Enter the grand prize sweepstakes now!

Purchase Info

The Fresh Spring Waters scent can be found at Target.

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Soft Scrub: Strengthening my Marriage since 2009 {+Giveaway}

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Soft Scrub has kept my marriage solid since we committed to each other for life in 2009 (my husband and I, that is). Okay, seems like a weird statement to make, doesn’t it? But it is true. Nobody likes a dirty home and Soft Scrub is my husband’s top choice cleaner. Soft Scrub the ONLY product that he uses on those tough bathroom cleaning projects.

Did you know?

According to a survey conducted by The Soap and Detergent Association (SDA), housework can cause major friction with both married couples and unmarried couples living together?

How exactly does Soft Scrub have anything to do with a happy marriage? Well, he keeps me happy by surprising me now-and-again with a clean bathroom – and he owes a lot of the help to Soft Scrub.

So, he was pretty excited when I got to share with him the newest product from Soft Scrub… the Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Bath & Kitchen Cleaner!

This NEW product from Soft Scrub (which you will see on store shelves soon) has a few exciting changes …and we thought it couldn’t get any better. These improvements include:

  • New updated formula with superior cleaning power
  • All-new bottle design
  • New Cap for better dispensing

This tough cleaner will be improving our union for as long as they continue to make stain-fighting products… and of course as long as my husband keeps scrubbing! ;)

Soft Scrub Sweepstakes

One lucky grand prize winner will receive $1,000 and a year’s supply of Soft Scrub, while 250 second place winners will receive free Soft Scrub. Enter the grand prize here! 

Want to win my husband’s cleaner of choice? Enter below!

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Dab It, Clean It, Done – Windex® Introduces a New Cleaner {Giveaway}

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I just finished cleaning with a new product called Windex® Touch-Up Cleaner. And what did I think?

Dab It, Clean It, Done! First of all, this is a new and different way to clean! It is making cleaning just a little more manageable! Instead of a spray, powder or bottle… it is a dispenser that is meant to stay out near the action in the bathroom and kitchen.

This product is an antibacterial multi-surface that kills 99.9 percent of common household bacteria. It works for sinks, countertops, toilets, appliances (exterior), stovetops, glass, chrome, glazed ceramic tile, finished wood and more. It is very convenient – just dab and clean, which might be why the new Windex® Touch-Up Cleaner has been named as one of USA Today’s products to watch in 2013. :)

For me, I am just short of being a total clean freak, so this product is right up my alley. It is right there on the counter for me to give a quick wipe down anytime.  Right when I need it. Whatever surface that needs a little refreshing, it is right there, sitting pretty waiting for me to dab and clean. No opening cabinets or searching for bottles under the sink. This sharp looking cleaner is available and in-sight.Windex touch Up Cleaner

To use Windex® Touch-Up Cleaner, push down on the pump to apply the formula onto a cleaning material such as a paper towel, tissue, rag, or clean sponge and then simply wipe on desired surface to clean and sanitize.

I should warn you, one thing to be aware of, because Windex® Touch-Up Cleaner is meant to be set out on the counter all the time, make sure it is safe from small children and pets. It could be harmful to them!

Windex® Touch-Up Cleaner is available in two varieties to tackle life’s most frequent messes: Bathroom Fresh Scent and Kitchen Glistening Citrus Scent. The suggested retail price for the Windex® Touch-Up Cleaners is $3.99. To learn more about the Windex® lineup of products, visit Windex® on the official Facebook Page  or visit www.Windex.com.

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Panasonic Jetforce Vacuum {Review} #HolidayGift

Panasonic Vacuum Review

Pine needles from the tree are scattered around the house. Not just in the living room. I’ve found them in my guest room, the master bedroom and even on our bed. Of course there is no doubt, our dog helps in spreading the pine needles across these surfaces. Pine needles are just one of my many floor nuisances during the holidays. I’ve also got to worry about crumbs, dust, dirt, and massive amounts of dog hair.

With all of the gunk that are lurking in my carpet, I rely heavily on a good vacuum. Vacuuming my entire home at least weekly is not a chore, it is more like a routine. I find comfort in seeing my floor go from dirty to clean. I get excited seeing how much icky-stuff fills up in the vacuum’s bagless see-through container. It is rewarding for me. Of course, it helps to have a powerful vacuum. Without a good vacuum, there would be little reward.

With the Panasonic Jetforce Vacuum MC-UL427 I see results immediately. It works wonders at sucking up messes on both the carpet and the hard wood floor. And if I want to clean up dog hairs and unknown substances on the couch? The quickdraw tool works for that! This is one quality vacuum cleaner.

panasonic jetforce vacuumsetting up the panasonic Jetforce Vacuum MC-UL427Panasonic, which I never have thought of as a vacuum maker, really outdid themselves. So much for thinking of them only as TVs and electronics. They have designed a vacuum that has everything! At only 15lbs, it is (as of April 2012) the lightest in the North American market! It only takes one hand for me to lift it up and down the stairs in my home!

Okay and sadly… I thought I had a good vacuum before. I honestly did. Until I realized just how much it was missing.. that the Panasonic was picking up! I would vacuum with my standard vacuum and then trace my steps with the Panasonic, and sure enough the dirt and hair would fill into the bagless container, like I hadn’t vacuumed before at all! I couldn’t believe it. before after vacuum shots panasonic

I swear to you I vacuumed once a week (at least) – yet this is what the Panasonic came up with after making a round through my entire upstairs (about 1200 sq. ft.). I was impressed and disgusted at the same time! Thank goodness we don’t have dust allergies!

cleaning vacuuming containercleaning with panasonic brandThe Panasonic has thrilled me. This vacuum went above and beyond and over-achieved all the expectations I had for it. While I don’t totally understand all the details of how it’s magic works (HEPA filter, 12 AMPS motor, etc.) I will say whatever they have done to make this vacuum what it is, really works well.  The success of this vacuum brings me great joy with each and every container of gunk I have to empty. Here are some of the features of the vacuum that almost anyone would appreciate:

  • Auto adjusts to any height of carpet pile
  • Retractable cord
  • Quick hardwood to carpet transition
  • Multiple tools and attachments
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  • panasonic good housekeeping vacuumI gotta tell you, one other thing I love is that it is easy to remove clogs since you can see where they are in the clear hose. If you stretch the hose out it becomes more and more transparent allowing you to see if there is a clog. I am enamored by the see-through bagless dust container too. This is handy for seeing when it is full and seeing what you pick up. You never know when you will vacuum up a necklace (done it) or a shoelace (done it). Not only that, you can see which rooms really pick up the dirt – that way you can spend more time focusing on these locations.

    If I could make two improvements to the vacuum they would be a little bit better maneuvering quality and an easier way to dump out the dirt container. While I found the quick release of the dust bin is easy to use, and the bottom dirt comes out fast and easy, the top dirt sticks in the container. In order to get the top dirt out, I needed to grab the excess stuff at the top with my hand. It did not come out from shaking it over the trash alone.
    Other than that, the Panasonic JetForce Vacuum works wonders on my home’s multiple floor surfaces! It has been keeping my home clean for a few weeks now and been a gem to help me quickly clean up before guest and holiday parties. I love my Panasonic Jetforce Vacuum and highly recommend it for the homeowner or apartment dweller. It is lightweight, powerful and gets the job done!

panasonic vacuum christmasDisclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Panasonic. I received a product to facilitate my review.

Seventh Generation NEW Home Cleaners + Cleanhouse Challenge {Giveaway}

seventh-generation-new-homeProducts like Seventh Generation Cleaners are ones that I love to talk about on my blog and support in my life. While it might just be a cleaning product company, it is a company that I trust in my home for cleaning and staying green at the same time. I feel safe using these products around my family. They are socially responsible and conscious of the environment, and that is why I would love to tell you about some things they are doing at the moment!

Seventh-generation-challengThe Cleanhouse Challenge App

Seventh Generation recently launched the ‘Cleanhouse Challenge’ Facebook App, in collaboration with RealSimple.com and 350.org. The Cleanhouse Challenge invites users to explore a virtual house and discover coupons and prizes, while learning expert’s advice on how to keep a green, healthy home. With this app you can virtually visit each room of a house and discover cleaning tips, environmental cost saving ideas and more.

I think it is so cool how they put this app together in such a user-friendly form, where you are searching by the room in the house. I mean, how practical is that? The app is made for the everyday person, not the superstar home know-it-alls! There are tips to disinfect kids toys, or remove stains from the shower curtain… hello, handy!

Oh, right, and something else – when a user completes each room in the Challenge,  Seventh Generation will donate 10 dollars (up to $15,000) to 350.org, an environmental organization focused on solving the climate crisis. You can show your expertise from September 13 – October 31, by checking out the Seventh Generation Facebook Page, or visiting http://www.cleanhousechallenge.com/.Seventh-generation-Cleanersseventh-generation-new-home

The New Home Care Line

In line with promoting the Facebook app, I also wanted to share with you some of the newest products from Seventh Generation! They have come out with some sleek new cleaning products that are available in retail stores and online.

Specialty surface sprays (Wood, Stainless Steel, Granite/Stone) – All three cleaners are USDA Certified. These products are made from non-toxic, biodegradable formulas, that are safe for cleaning surfaces. All three surface cleaners are made with a unique blend of plant-based ingredients and organic coconut oil to deliver strong performance without containing harsh fumes. The 18 oz. bottles are available online for $4.99 each.

Natural Hand Care Dish Liquid with HerbaVera Moisturizers – The Hand Care Dish Liquid is a USDA Certified Bio based Product with fragrances from essential oils and botanical extracts. The formula is non-toxic, biodegradable and contains Advanced HerbaVera™ Moisturizing Technology, so it’s gentle on hands and the earth. Available online in 18 oz. bottles for $3.49 each.

Natural Laundry Detergent Packs – The Natural Laundry Detergent Packs are also USDA Certified Bio based. Which means they contain no dyes, synthetic fragrances, nor optical brighteners. They are effective in hot or cold water and are available for purchase online in two product sizes: 30 Count – $9.99 and 50 Count – $14.99.

Win Win Win It

In honor of the Cleanhouse Challenge, Seventh Generation wants to give one lucky reader the chance to win this fabulous line that I mentioned above! That is right, you could win all three specialty surface sprays (Wood, Stainless Steel, Granite/Stone), Natural Hand Care Dish Liquid with HerbaVera Moisturizers, and Natural Laundry Detergent Packs! Good luck!

 

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Simple Green Laundry Review {Giveaway} (Ends 8/25)

Hooray for Simple Green Laundry!

By now, I think I have cleaned every surface in my house and car with a Simple Green products. They are for sure my favorite home cleaners. Heck, I’ve even used Simple Green pet stain products! They have a ton of great products, for multiple uses all over the house. But one cleaning product that has always been missing from the line-up of fabulous Simple Green products? Laundry detergent!

That’s right, it wasn’t until recently that you could clean your windows, tables, floors… and now your clothes with Simple Green! I didn’t realize it before, but I have been waiting for the Simple Green Laundry detergent to come around!

Simple Green’s Mission: “As a socially responsible company, Sunshine Makers, Inc. is committed to being the worldwide market leader, providing high quality, environmentally safer cleaning products.”simple green laundry detergent

About Simple Green Laundry

With powerful naturally-derived, plant-based surfactants, a smart enzyme system, and an all-around fabric-friendly formula, Simple Green Laundry is strong and ready to take on the toughest of stains!

Fast Facts

  • Biodegradable
  • No Dyes or Fragrance
  • No allergens, asthmagens, chlorine, phosphates or optical brighteners
  • Powerful cleaning at ALL temperatures
  • USDA Certified Bio Based Product
  • Powerful 2x Formula is Tough on Stains
  • Perfect for Both Standard and HE Washing Machines
  • 100 oz. Bottle can do up to 100 HE Laundry Loads (66 Standard Loads) 

My Thoughts On Simple Green Laundry

After using this HE detergent, I will now be keeping Simple Green Laundry on hand all the time. I feel in love with it’s impressive list of "free and clear" ingredients, and was thrilled with its capabilities – mainly its stain-fighting power. I always pre-wash my clothes, and then run them through the laundry, but I could tell Simple Green was powerful, even on its own, after doing a heavy load of laundry.

The concentrated formula (2x) strength meant I got more loads out of less bottle. This is better for the environment and for hulling around when shopping! It worked perfectly for my front-loading (high-efficiency) washing machine. I just loaded the dirty clothes in, filled up the handy measuring cup/cap, poured in the necessary amount and watched my clothes get clean (without all the nasty chemicals and dyes!)

My clothes came out clean and nasty-chemical free. Now that this product is hitting shelves for the first time, I am sure that others are going to love it just as much as me. Laundry-towels-simple-green

Reader Discount Code – If you want to try this stuff out for yourself, Simple Green is making it easy to do! Even if you don’t win the FULL SIZED, 100 oz. bottle giveaway, you can still buy the detergent on their website and PAY NO SHIPPING costs! Just use the code BLOG2012.  The discount code will be good through August 31, 2012, and will apply to ALL Simple Green purchases on the BUYSIMPLEGREEN site, just as long as Laundry is one of the purchases!!

Buy Your Own! The Simple Green Laundry (www.simplegreen.com/laundry) is BRAND NEW, and is not yet available at any store.  It is only available on buysimplegreen.com. Hopefully, you can look for it to be arriving on the store shelves in Spring 2013! (But one lucky winner, gets to try it out before that!)

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3 Winners @Purex Triple Action Detergent {Ends 7/25}

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Want to win a Purex laundry product? Well here is your chance – we are giving away 3 product coupons for 3 winners! The great thing about winning a product coupon – you can choose your favorite scent of the Purex Triple Action detergent! 

New & Improved Formula

Purex is rolling out a new Triple Action formula across the entire liquid detergent line. This new and improved Triple Action formula delivers even better on Purex’s promise to leave your clothes bright, white, and clean, and as always, for half the price of the leading brand!


Same Great Value

Over the past year R&D scientists have been working hard to create an even better Purex formula. And not just a better formula, but one that will continue to deliver the value that Purex stands for. Purex is committed to bring a great product at a great value. The new Purex Triple Action formula is just that. It’s an even better clean, for half the price of the leading brand.

Coming to a Store Near You

New Purex Triple Action leverages the best parts of their current formula, combined with new additions, to deliver great cleaning plus improved brightening power. This new formula will be rolled out across the liquid detergent line this fall, so you’ll soon find it in your favorite variety!

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NEW! Purex Ultra Packs Laundry Detergent

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I’ve got the inside scoop on a new product – a product that is yet to be released – Purex Ultra Packs. I was very excited to be a part of the review team, I got to test these products before they are released to the general public!

When I first opened the Ultra Packs package, I was confused with what I saw. I recalled that I’d seen similar looking packs for the dishwasher. Yes, I’ve used these packs for the dishwasher and they work great! Wait! I thought I was reviewing laundry detergent?

Oh, these are for the laundry, you say?! How strange!

These new Ultra Packs are similar to those dishwasher packs, but for the laundry. Noticeably, they are a little more squishy, a little bigger and just solid blue!

Triple-Action-PurexThey are a very cool idea, but I honestly couldn’t take these laundry packs seriously when I first saw them. I mean…

How were they going to work correctly in my HE washing machine?

How could they be so small and work as well as my normal liquid detergent?

How will they not stain my clothing?

Yes, to say the least, I had a few concerns before using these little guys… But I continued on with  my review and tested out the little packs on a full load of laundry (with my husbands laundry just to be safe, lol!) Purex-Ultra-Packs-No-MessI placed the Ultra Pack inside my machine and then loaded my (husbands) clothes on top. Note: I did not use any detergent in the dispenser, nor did I put the Ultra Pack in the dispenser! It went right into the drum of my front loading Whirlpool Washer!

Then I started the load as normal and watched the water pour in and dissolve the little pack! (I love that my washing machine allows me to see what is going on in there!)

It took just a few moments while the water meet the Ultra Pack for it to dissolve. I noticed blue spots on a few items – but sure enough it spread and dissolved the entire Ultra Pack and it looked like regular detergent.

When it was all said and done the clothes came out clean and stain free! How easy!Purex-Insider-Ultra-Packs

These unique, convenient packs contain a complete load’s worth of concentrated liquid laundry detergent. Plus, since it is a liquid, it dissolves quickly, even in cold water, to fight stains and clean your laundry.

A few things I want to mention: These mini packs are 2x the strength of other detergent… and that’s how they can get away with being so small. They are all gel, with a dissolving outer layer, so you want to make sure you have dry hands when handling them, otherwise you’ll have a mess on your hands!

They work in both your typical machine and HE machine, top loading and front loading. I tested them in a front loading HE machine and they worked well, thank goodness!Purex-Ultra-Packs

There are two scents: Mountain Breeze and Free and Clear. I reviewed the Mountain Breeze and I am pleased with the light scent. I have used the Free and Clear scent on a different Purex product before, and think it is great for those who have sensitive skin or allergies.

The Ultra Packs come in a re-sealable bag. This is critical so they don’t get sticky from the dissolving film holding the pack together!

I like the packs for the fact they are easy and quick. No pouring and spilling. No heavy jug of liquid. With the convenience and ease of this product – wouldn’t they be great for teaching children to do their own wash?

But don’t go running out to the store JUST yet! These neat-o little laundry helpers won’t be on the shelves until February 2012. So you can be on the lookout then!

Free Sample! Great news – Purex wants you to fall in love with the Ultra Packs too. So starting February 2012, visit FreeSamplePurex.com to get your own free sample of Purex Ultra Packs. (I will give you a heads up on the date too – just follow my freebies/deals postings!)

Join in! There is a lots of information on the Purex YouTube page, Purex Facebook and Twitter @Purex pages too!

Wanna Win This?! Check back here for a Purex giveaway soon!

Disclosure: No compensation was given for this review. I did receive a sample product for the purpose of this honest review. This did not affect the outcome of this review. All opinions are 100% my own. For full disclosure click here.

Purex Triple Action Review

Purex-Triple-Action-LaundryAs you can tell, one perk about my (side) job is testing LOTS of cool products. I love finding new companies, discovering quaint small businesses and testing brands that I’ve used before when they come out with a new or improved product.

Purex-InsiderPurex, for example. I have used their laundry product many times, in fact, I prefer them to some others. But this doesn’t mean I trust everything they make without trying it out first! Of course not, HELLO! This is my (side) job remember!

I am lucky to have a partnership with Purex, I am a “Purex Insider”, which means I get to try out their new stuff first! Laundry detergent, crystals, dryer sheets and more! Who doesn’t love testing laundry products… so useful!

So this time around I got to try the Purex Triple Action liquid detergent!

First thing’s first, the scent. I tested out the Mountain Breeze (They also have the Free and Clear). The fresh scent was sweetness to my nose! It smells great on my clothes and in the laundry room!

New Purex Triple Action leverages the best parts of our current formula, combined with new additions, to deliver great cleaning plus improved brightening power.

That’s something worth knowing! There is no point in just a smell-good detergent! I need it to really work! And I am happy to tell you that it does! My family’s once-dirty clothing came our sharp and clean thanks to Purex Triple Action!Purex-Triple-Action

This liquid detergent is safe for HE or all other standard machines. You can do up to 33 normal loads (or a few less large loads). The bottle is handy with the handle grid and size.

As for price, Purex is affordable and very competitive to other leading brands. I more often-than-not find it is cheaper than other big name brands. So since I know that it works well and is priced right, there is no reason for me not to buy it on my own!

As promised this product, Purex Triple Action, left our clothing bright, white, and clean! Once again, Purex developed a winner!

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