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Prevent Clogged Sink Drains

SimplyGoodStuff — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:17:42 +0000

How many times have you or someone you know dropped a spoon down the drain only to have to retrieve it lest it wedge itself in for a long visit? Perhaps, you’ve accidently let food like the last vestiges of a chicken breast slip off the plate and into the drain? Suddenly you have to dig it out with your fingers or worse?

Gone are the days when these accidents meant the yucky task of hunting for “treasure” in the kitchen sink in order to not have to dissemble the plumbing. Or, worse still, have to call a plumber on a weekend to mount the rescue effort for you? Evriholder Products’ new Evri-Sink™ Strainer can keep these accidents from happening in the first place while enabling you to save errant silverware, jar lids, food – even baby bottle nipples from a horrible, gunky fate.

Evri-Sink™ joins Evriholder’s outstanding line of Kitchen Gadgets including the EasiTwist® Jar Opener, & Pebble Peeler™ Brush & Peeler, and its growing line of kitchen sink items.

For years, there have been little strainers and such that tried, often unsuccessfully, to keep pesky cereal spoons or chicken bones from shooting off the plate and shushing into the drain elbow. Enter Evri-Sink™ which is constructed of ABS and TPR plastics which are approved by the FDA for use with food. Meaning, if you’re washing succulent strawberries and drop some, they won’t go down the drain. Instead, they are gently caught by Evri-Sink’s™ slotted drain bowl which lets water and liquids safely drain from the sink while catching or – as in the case of the strawberries – cradling the tasty (and expensive) morsels for you to retrieve and savor.

Evri-Sink™ is a thoughtfully designed, two-tone kitchen essential that is not only very useful but also pretty to look at. Available in three colors – Lime Green, Vivid Blue and Hot Pink, the drain bowl is White which is the perfect contrasting color for a clean, crisp feel in the sink. Evri-Sink™ is dishwasher safe (top rack) to help keep the sink fresh and clean.

For optimum functionality, the TPR plastic collar is injection molded around the ABS plastic bowl. The design provides a tight seal around the edge of the sink drain – the tight seal is only part of the picture. The TPR collar is essentially non-slip which enables Evri-Sink™ to grip the drain and it’s compatible with both stainless steel and ceramic sinks. All grip, non-slip and non-marring in one cool tool!

Built to last, Evri-Sink™ is also a smart buy. It is an extremely cost effective way to keep only what belongs down the drain – going down the drain. Evri-Sink™ is a wonderful product for everyone who has a kitchen sink at home or in the office. It keeps kitchen utensils, silverware, and food items from finding their way into the drain by accident. Great colors combined with the non-slip gripping collar helps ensure larger items don’t get stuck in pipes that can lead to messy removal or expensive plumbing repairs.

Prevent clogged sink drains with the Evri-Sink Strainer

Say Goodbye to Lower Back Pain

SimplyGoodStuff — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 21:34:28 +0000

The lumbar area of the back is often cited as the most problematic by those that suffer from back pain. Lots of times we just call it the lower back, but a large number of people experience at least occasional pain in this area. It can be due to sitting all day at work, driving long distances, a past injury, or an number of other similar reasons. Whatever the reason though, lower back pain can be incredibly annoying to tolerate and even harder to alleviate. Proper support and spine positioning are two of the easiest and most effective ways of both preventing and getting rid of lower back pain. It can be very hard to accomplish this on an ongoing basis though because most chairs and seats offer inadequate support for your back. This means that every time you sit for long periods of time without correct positioning of your spine, you are actually making your condition worse. It may seem like sitting down would be a good rest, but if your lumbar area is not properly supported, you may be doing more harm than good.

The Back Saver was designed to address this issue of less than adequate lower back support in most chairs. It is a high qualty, mesh-covered, metal frame that creates an incredibly lightweight and ergonomic lumbar support system. This clever device is totally portable, and can easily install on virtually any seat. Use it on your office chair at work, on your car seat, at home on the couch and more. You could even bring it with you everywehere you go and quickly move it between seats. It is made from extremely comfortable materials and provides perfect support right where you need it. The mesh material is able to gently cradle your back while remaining incredibly breathable and cool. You will be able to increase the comfort of your seat, improve circulation and promote proper posture. The contoured design is perfectly shaped to give you the lumbar support you need. It can be easily adjusted up or down, and can even be flipped over and used upside down. Anyone should be able to create a perfect fit no matter the type of seat you are using it in, or the shape of your back. It installs in seconds using the fully adjustable strap to secure it where you need it. With improved sitting position and lumbar support, you will be able to sit longer and be more comfortable doing it. It is ideal for use while traveling, working, watching television, sewing, scrap booking, reading and more. Order two at a time for an even lower price!

Back Saver

Hang Your iPod Anywhere

SimplyGoodStuff — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:04:04 +0000

Have you ever wished you could hang your iPod right on your belt loop, purse strap, or from a convenient hook in your car? Image how nice that would be. The ClipHanger works on virtually any mp3 player, and allows you to have it at your fingertips right when you need it. This great device was originally designed for use as a cell phone clip, but it works great for pda’s, mp3 players and other small electronic devices. Just stick it to the back of your iPod to have a convenient hook and clip at all times. Whether you hang it on your purse, belt loop, gym equipment, car dashboard or any where else, you will always have it in a convenient location. The high quality adhesive holds strong until you want to remove it. It only takes a simple twist to completely remove it without leaving a residue. The super strong plastic it is made from is virtually indestructible, and comes with a one year warranty against breakage. A convenience hook is included that can be installed virtually anywhere. Mount your iPod to your dash right next to your stereo. Now you can easily listen to all your favorite music while driving. Put the hook on your desk at work to hang you mp3 player in a close location that is out of the way. If going for a jog, just slip the ClipHanger through a belt loop and be on your way. No more reaching into your pocket when you are on the move. The possibilities are endless with this cool tool. Available in several colors to match any device or personality. For a similar device with an integrated LED light, check out the Clipacell. We also carry a customizable ClipHanger that allows you to install your own image. Click here for the ClipHanger Pic.

ClipHanger

The Easy Way to Clean Your Driveway

SimplyGoodStuff — Tue, 06 May 2008 19:15:44 +0000

Introducing the easiest way to clean your driveway, patio, deck and more. It works with an ordinary garden hose to give you extraordinary water pressure. Just glide it across the surface to clear of dirt and debris. The Turbo Jet Water Broom makes cleaning large areas easy. It gives you the power to blast through tough dirt and build-up without any risk of damaging the surface you are using it on. Just hook it up to your garden hose and you are good to go. A convenient brass lever on the handle allows you to control the flow and turn the broom off when you are finished. It also features a foam grip handle for ease-of-use and comfort. When connected to a standard garden hose, it multiplies ordinary household water pressure to a powerful stream driving away dirt and debris with ease. Its amazing cleaning power comes from 7 high-pressure water jets that create a blast of water. The unit is made from sturdy, yet lightweight materials for years of hassle-free use. Thanks to mostly aluminum construction it is totally rust-proof and designed to last and last. Ideal for patios, garages, driveways, pool decks, etc. It is also great for removing thawing slush, salt or ice melting compounds in the winter. The Turbo Jet Water Broom won’t damage your pavement like a pressure washer. It is powerful enough to remove almost anything, but not so powerful it will cause damage or need to be operated by a professional. Almost anyone can use this great tool with amazing results. Measures 36″ wide. Make all your outdoor cleaning easier with this great pressure washer and water broom.

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The Easy Way to Hang a Picture

SimplyGoodStuff — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 20:59:29 +0000

Hanging pictures or anything else on the wall can be a huge pain, especially if you want to hang it in a certain spot. Most people will pull out the stud finder, laser level, hammer, nails, tool belt, ladder and special assistant and still have problems when all is said and done. Even with a high-tech laser it is still quite hard to hang several pictures in a straight line or to place a single picture in an exact location. Most often you pound in a nail and hang the picture only to find out that it is a centimeter too low, or just a hair to the left of where it should be. This leads to removing the picture from the wall and starting over. Often times you will have to try several times before you get the correct position or give up, whichever comes first.

If you are like most people, and have trouble when hanging artwork, pictures, mirrors, clocks and more then there is a new tool for you. The Qwik Pix Hanger makes the daunting task of hanging a picture on the wall quick and easy. You be able to achieve true precision the first time and every time with this clever little tool. It is ideal for displaying an arrangement of framed pictures because it allows you to place the picture exactly where you want it. With Qwik Pix, you can avoid common hanging mistakes like placement too high, too low, or putting extra holes in the wall. With just a few simple steps the qwik pix allows you to place a mark exactly where you need to place the nail, so that your picture hangs in the exact spot you want it. This great tool makes it easy to hang pictures in a straight line or precise arrangement.

First you hang your picture or other item on the hook located at the bottom of the Qwik Pix. Then hold it against the wall and position it so it is hanging where you want it to stay. Next, make a small mark, with a pencil next to the reference mark on the Qwik Pix. Remove the picture from the hook and then re-align the Qwik Pix with the mark you made on the wall. Now all you have to do is place a small mark in the hole under the hook. This is exactly where you need to put your nail, so just pound one in and hang your picture. It is just that easy to hang a picture in the exact location you want it. Get perfect placement each and every time!

Qwik Pix Hanger

The Best Snow Brush You’ve Never Used

SimplyGoodStuff — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:38:07 +0000

What is the best snowbrush to use under any conditions?

A Rubber Broom.

That’s Right. The best broom for indoors also makes the best snow brush. Some of the same qualities that makes it great for sweeping, also makes it great for snow removal. The all natural rubber bristles are incredibly durable, yet they won’t harm your car’s paint. It will never scratch the surface, and because the bristles are rubber, they won’t freeze together either. The rubber broom will always be ready to go when you need it. The pliable rubber will conform to your car’s surface and will easily remove snow in less time than traditional brushes. Flip it over to use the squeegee side on your windows. This will remove every spec of snow in just a single pass. The rubber head on our broom will outperform regular snow brushes everytime.

One of the biggest advantages of the rubber broom is the telescoping handle. Not only is it made from super-sturdy steel but you can also adjust it to the exact length you need. Shorten it all the way for storage in your back seat or trunk. Extend it to the full length for large vehicles or just clear more snow with less trips around the car. Get the whole roof from a single position, and easily reach you windshield or other hard-to-reach areas. People with trucks and vans love to use the rubber broom for a snow brush.

At simplygoodstuff.com, we have the Sweepa Rubber Broom on sale at Buy One, Get One Free. Order today and pay one great price for two great brooms. Buy one for snow removal and get another one to replace your broom inside too!

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The Easy Way to Stay Organized

SimplyGoodStuff — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 21:30:45 +0000

Introducing Bongoties. This new product at simplygoodstuff.com is quickly becoming a customer favorite. These handy little devices will help anyone to be more organized and manage their clutter. They are great for cords and wires, but can be used for an endless number of applications all over your home, office and vehicle. Once you start using them, you will wonder how you ever got along without them. An extremely simple design ensures that Bongoties are both easy-to-use and long lasting. Use them over and over again without replacing.

These “ties” are the perfect size to use for all kinds of tasks. They are more efficient than a bungie cord and can be reused so they outperform zip ties too. Organize the cords behind the TV, quickly “baby-proof” a cabinet, hold a pile of pens together in a bundle, organize your tools or tackle box, and much more with BongoTies. If you are tired of tangled cables and other unruly items then you will love BongoTies. The minute you SNAP one on, you realize that you’ve discovered the very best way to organize Computer cables, extension cords, photo and A/V cables, tools, camping gear, sports equipment and more. These Bongo ties have 1001 uses for home, office or your shop.

Sturdy and Reusable – Used by professionals and made of high quality natural rubber and wood. These ties are easy to use – just loop end of tie through cable and pull tie tight. It’s that simple. The Patented button-type closure design allows Bongo ties to stay on a cable securely when not in use. You can also combine them together in order to bundle larger loads. With BongoTies the possibilities are endless.

Sqeeze Action Ratcheting Screwdriver

SimplyGoodStuff — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 23:18:08 +0000

Powerful, Precise, Dependable and Battery Free!

Are you tired of searching for battery packs only to find that they are dead? How about using a gigantic and heavy tool for a quick little job around the house? Then you need to use the PowerDriver Screwdriver. It gives you all of the convenience and power, but eliminates all of the hassle. The PowerDriver ratcheting screwdriver will impress you with its speed and power. It combines convenience, power and precision to outperform light duty battery operated drivers at a price that can’t be beat. Simply squeeze the trigger and the power is transfered into a spinning action that drives or removes fasteners. Use it for screws, nuts, bolts and more. It can even drill holes. This cool tool is perfect for all sorts of jobs around your home and is always ready to go when you need it. Since its manually operated you can be extremely precise and ensure no mess and no mistakes. With a top speed of up to 350 RPM, the PowerDriver can make quick work of any project. It can also deliver up to 140in lbs of torque. Use the squeeze lever, or twist the tool to use it like a traditional ratchet action driver. Save time and money with this convenient and easy-to-use tool. This makes a great gift too! More Info

Paint Without The Wait!

SimplyGoodStuff — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 00:18:08 +0000

The Painter’s Pyramid

Do you love painting, but hate waiting for things to dry before you can paint the reverse side. Then You need the Painter’s Pyramid. This incredible little device makes painting faster and more efficient because you don’t have to wait before moving on to paint the back or sides of an object. With this great little device you can paint and stain almost anything in half the time. Doors, shelves, drawers, canvas and more can be supported by these little pyramids. They elevate the piece off the ground so it is easy to paint the sides and you don’t run the risk of contaminating the brush or having the painted piece stick to the floor when dry. Just paint the top surface and then flip it over. The rounded corners make minimal contact and won’t stick. You never have to touch up your work when you use these and they will stand up to any paint, stain, or solvent. Get the Painter’s Pyramid today and make the chore of painting easier. They even have holes in the side so you can attach them to a work table or saw horses for stability and versatility. Get 10 of these for one low price. So simple, yet so useful. The perfect tool for any painter, crafter or artist.

Painter’s Pyramid

Innovative Cord Reel Solves Tangling and Storage Problems

SimplyGoodStuff — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 19:09:22 +0000

First-ever extension cord and hose organization system that “travels” with user without springs, ratchets and motors

Disorganized, tangled and unruly extension cords and hoses can cause frustration and waste time. A unique, simple and inexpensive solution to cord and hose organization is being manufactured and sold by BurkTek, Inc. The product is called CordproÂ®. (It also has a beefier cousin called, Cordpro XLÂ®.)

Cordpro is a flexible, yellow, doughnut-shaped reel that divides, stores and dispenses extension cords without springs, ratchets or motorized mechanisms. Because Cordpro has no moving parts it can’t break down. Unlike other automatic dispensing reels, it will hold a full 100-foot length of cord and also stores and protects cord-ends when not in use.

As the user pulls an extension cord from Cordpro, it rotates, dispensing only the amount of extension cord needed, leaving the rest nestled neatly inside the reel. As the user moves (for example, walks away from the outlet being used or cuts grass with an electric lawnmower), Cordpro will travel behind him or her and continue paying out the exact amount of cord needed. Because of the physics involved in its shape and its spinning motion while dispensing, Cordpro can “climb over” debris and other objects. When the user stops pulling, Cordpro stops dispensing the cord.

“Cordpro’s ability to travel, combined with its rotating motion, sets it aside from all other reels,” explained Don Burke, creator of Cordpro. “There are about a dozen equations of physics occurring as Cordpro follows the user, rotates and dispenses the extension cord. That circular movement also allows it to climb over obstacles, such as debris at a job site, a curb or up steps.”

Cordpro is made of high-density polyethelyne (the same material from which pick-up truck bed liners are made). It is “welded” together at the inseam and that seam is then covered with an ergonomic rubber grip. The reinforced eyelet allows it to hang on a pegboard, a tool trailer or a basement wall. It is lightweightâ€” only 13 ounces (without cord)â€”yet it’s tough enough for any job-site, garage or yard. It is suitable for outdoor use in all temperature extremes.

A divider within Cordpro is the unique key to its effectiveness. A user threads the extension cord through the divider. He or she then wraps the cord. The divider automatically diverts the cord into its appropriate compartment. When finished, the ends of the cord may be left out or neatly tucked inside the Cordpro. To use, insert the cord in an outlet receptacle. Plug electric device into other end of cord. As you need more cord, simply pull. Cordpro will automatically dispense more cord!

“Cordpro is unique and simple, not magic,” said Burke. “Often the simplest products are the most effective.”

When a project has been completed, rewind the cord into Cordpro. Hang on a wall or place on a shelf.

Cords and hoses commonly stored and dispensed with Cordpro

Household extension cords
Construction power cords
Signal cords
Coaxial cable for RVs
Freshwater hoses
Compressed air hoses
Shoreline power cords

Cordpro is manufactured by BurkTek, Inc. of Kansas City, Missouri

Better Heads LLC Launches New String Trimmer Head Technology

SimplyGoodStuff — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 21:14:40 +0000

Most Americans have spent at least a few frustrating hours attempting to use a string trimmer to groom those areas of the lawn that mowers just won’t get. The difficulty of winding spools and the all-to-often broken trimmer line have plagued these weekend warriors for decades. Better Heads LLC, a new player in the aftermarket trimmer head industry, has recently introduced the PIVOTRIM – the “next generation” in user-friendly string trimmer head design.The patented technology was unveiled to retailers last May at the 2006 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas and was met with rave reviews. Less than 9 months later, the PIVOTRIM is available on the shelves of over 3000 locations in the US including Wal-Mart and other local hardware stores.

The new PIVOTRIM replacement head, designed to fit all gas-powered trimmers, incorporates a simple yet highly effective pivot design that eliminates broken lines. The father & son team of Dave and Mike Watts from Pearland, TX developed this product after years of frustration with current tools for trimming their lawns.

“Once we had a working prototype we knew that this technology would make people’s lives better. We quit our jobs, mortgaged our houses, and began work on bringing this solution to the market,” says Dave, VP of Operations. “We ran the PIVOTRIM head along a chain link fence and the lines would not break off. We tested every other head on the market with the same line and every one would end up breaking in just a matter of seconds.”

The difference is the pivoting attachment point for the lines. On all other trimmers the nylon string exits the head at a fixed point. During normal operation of the trimmer the line bends back and forth thousands of times, heating and weakening the nylon and eventually causing it to break. The PIVOTRIM allows the line to pivot at the attachment point when it strikes an object such as a fence, rock, or concrete.

What’s more is it there is no special line to buy and the string loads in just seconds. The PIVOTRIM holds up to 4 double lines, installs quickly with no tools, and can easily run for 4-6 hours without changing lines. And it comes with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.

About Better Heads LLC:

Better Heads LLC is an American manufacturer of outdoor power equipment and accessories located in Pearland, Texas with distribution to over 3000 stores in the US.

PivoTrim Trimmer Head