Product Review: Zout Stain RemoverI want to share with my fellow Thriftyfun readers a product I have been using for years. "Zout" is the most amazing stain remover. My husband had back surgery and blood leaked through his bandages onto several different articles of clothing. "Zout" took it out.
Be Careful Using Spray N Wash Dual PowerJust a heads-up I wanted to pass on to other readers. If you use Spray N Wash Dual Power stain remover for your clothes, don't apply it to the stain and then leave it sit for a long period of time. . .
Product Review: Dinnerly Meal DeliveryRecently, I tried a meal delivery service, Dinnerly. My teen daughter has been more interested in cooking lately and I thought it would be a good way to teach her some techniques and recipes that are different than my usual meals. Here's how it went:
Product Review: LED Clamp LampI do a lot of close up work when crafting and this light is amazing! The neck is long and flexible, the clamp stays very snug and is great for saving space on your work table. The light is bright, and the magnification is perfect. The light was not that expensive either. It would also make a great gift for someone that does close up work. I don't know what I ever did without it!
Household Bleach ReviewI've read labels all my life. One of the first I remember reading was on a brown glass Clorox bottle. A lot of accidents occurred with that thin glass container. Here, plastic is definitely an advantage. My focus in this review will be on the percentage of sodium hypochlorite in the cleaner.
Product Review: WhipIt All Natural Fabric CleanerI've recently discovered the fabulous fabric cleaning product called: WhipIt. It has a citrus-based, all natural compound and is made in Florida. It works like magic and smells divine! If one needs serious (not to mention non-noxious!), remedial help with stained and or dingy textiles, this miracle in liquid form is the answer.
Blue Magic Metal Cleaner to Restore Darkened Stainless SteelWe have a new RV that we live in. I used Lime Away to get rid of some hard water deposits and it blackened and my stainless steel faucet. After much ado I tried the Blue Magic metal cleaner. It works; all I can say is it works, it works, it works!
Awesome Cleaner from the Dollar StoreMy neighbor told me about Awesome for cleaning vinyl siding. She really liked it, so last year, when I was in Dollar General, I picked up a 32 ounce bottle of it for $1.00. I had not used it until this week when cleaning the porch, getting the wood ready for painting and new screen wire.
Product Review: Act Restoring Anti-cavity Fluoride MouthwashAs an adult, dental insurance no longer covers fluoride treatments after a teeth cleaning. A good way to protect ourselves is by using fluoride mouth wash. The only brand I know that has fluoride in their mouthwash is Act, which is also recommended by my dentist.
Spray Bottle Deal AlertI love Dollar Tree, but their spray bottles are not worth bringing home. Out of desperation, I began buying chemicals I didn't really need just to get the sprayer. Then I spotted a nice spray bottle at Walmart.
Product Review: Johnsonville Flame Grilled ChickenThis product was on special at my store for $2.50. I bought the sea salt flavor and honey mustard. They also had teriyaki. There are three individually wrapped pieces of chicken breast. The sodium and sugar counts were reasonable, and the chicken was moist and flavorful.
Product Review: Umbrian Lentil SoupI tried this soup which is full of great ingredients. This soup cooks in its own package and can be eaten right out of the package. The company that makes' this soup is known for excellent ingredients and their commitment to wholesome foods.
Product Review: Shark Navigator Lift-AwayThis vacuum has excellent suction and is bagless. I save a lot of money not having to buy bags. It is lightweight and the power head is removable. It has many attachments, and has a microfiber cloth that attaches to one of the attachments for bare floors.
Product Review: Sliding Robots for Moving FurnitureSliding Robots is a must have in our household! It makes cleaning so much easier. You can easily move furniture and heavy objects on any smooth surface such as: carpet, wood, tile, or linoleum!
Product Review: Victoria's Secret Hair TiesI picked up this package. It had a $10 price tag, but was on sale for $5. The package was pretty, and the ties were all different, but upon examining it when I got home, I realized that it was just a length of 3/8-inch elastic with a knot on the end!
Product Review: Bai "Antioxidant Cocofusion" Flavored WaterOnce in a great while, I'll come across a product I like so much, I just want to stand up, shout and share it with everyone. If you like coconut, this Antioxidant Cocofusion water tastes like a Mounds Bar without the sugar or chocolate. Think Pina Colada without the alcohol.
Product Review: Hummus Made EasyThis is a new product, Bush's Hummus Made Easy. You mix the contents of the pouch with one 16 ounce can of drained garbanzo beans and process in the food processor. You can process until it is the consistency you like. It comes in several flavors, but I have just purchased the classic flavor.
Product Review: Island Cotton Hand SoapI love the Sea Island Cotton fragrance and I found a match in hand soap. The hand soap is made by Studio 35 Beauty, and is called Island Cotton Hand Soap.
Product Review: Flirty ApronsI have a few of these aprons. They are full coverage, and come in so many pretty styles and colors. The quality is excellent. They can be as expensive as $34.95 plus shipping.
Product Review: Rags in a BagFlylady.net makes them. They are $11.95 for 3, and they come in their own laundry bag to wash. They recently had a sale, and I got another bag free, so the cost was halved. They are wonderful for mirrors, windows, and to wipe down counters. They are large and lint-free.
Product Review: Contigo Thermos MugOne of my students had a Contigo mug, and said it was the only mug that was truly drip-free. It retails for $29.99 on Amazon. When I went into Goodwill this week I saw it brand-new for $8.99, with a 35% off sale, so I grabbed the last one! It lives up to its claims; I can vouch for that. Even when you hold it upside-down, nothing leaks out.
Expandable Garden Hose ReviewWhen I heard about the expandable garden hose, I was not impressed. I didn't think there would be much to it. However, three years ago, I saw one in Bed Bath and Beyond and decided to purchase it. It is one of the best buys I have ever made. I really enjoy using it.
Product Review: Breezecatcher Rotary ClotheslineAccording to the Consumer Energy Center, your home clothing dryer can be one of the most expensive home appliances to operate at 6% of your total electrical usage. If you have the space and no pesky homeowner association restrictions, a much less expensive alternative is a clothesline.
Fujifilm Instax Instant Mini 8 CameraDid you enjoy using a Polaroid camera when you were younger? You can still buy Polaroid film, but it is very expensive. For instant camera fun, using a Polaroid is just too expensive now. There is a fun little camera on the market that is a great alternative if you want to have some fun with instant film!
Save Money with a Costway Mini WasherHere you will see a Costway mini washer. It's great for anyone looking to save water, soap and the light bill. I run my washer all hours of the day and night. I save money because it's good on everything. You only use two buckets of water and about two tablespoons of soap gives you a machine full of bubbles.
Waxalene for Diaper RashEach baby is different and what works for some doesn't work for the other. We tried quite a few different diaper rash ointments, including; Desitin, Aquaphor Healing Ointment, and Burt's Bees Diaper Rash Cream. Nothing worked as well for my son as Waxelene.
Product Review: PetSafe Indoor Bark ControlThe PetSafe Indoor Bark Control is activated when its internal microphone picks up the barking sound or when a button is pressed. When activated the unit emits a 2-second ultrasonic sound that can only be heard by animals. The sound is unpleasant to most dogs and startles them so they stop barking.
Floor Cleaner with No ResidueHave you ever mopped with a cleaner just to discover you have a sticky floor from the residue? We bought some rubber planking floor that looks like wood and I wanted a good cleaner so I did some research. My research took me finally to Amazon where there is a product called Congoleum Bright 'N Easy No Rinse Cleaner.
Product Review: Sloggers BootsI recently purchased these awesome boots. They are super flexible, unlike many other rubber boots that are stiff and hard to work in. They have a fabric-covered edge at the top, which makes them comfortable to wear with shorts and they are wide enough to easily stuff your pant legs into when necessary.
Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser for StovesMy solution to this and other kitchen challenges is now Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser. A liquid version of the scouring powder made by Bar Keepers. This cream cleans better than the expensive stove top cleaners and does dual duty for stainless steel, other kitchen metals (pots and pans) and hard surfaces.
Product Review: Brother "Project...About 3 years ago, DH and I were in Walmart looking at sewing machines. I was off in a corner looking at the brand I liked, leaving my DH to entertain himself. He was reading the carton info on a Brother Project Runway machine.
Product Review: Clip On StrainerI'm not one for buying unnecessary kitchen gadgets, but I had to try this handy $5 clip on strainer from Aroma Bakeware when I saw it at a kitchen store. I love it!
Product Review: Spin Mop Works WellI was given this mop as a gift, and I didn't have much faith in it, to tell you the truth. BOY was I wrong. Not only does it not drip and picks up everything like a dream, it also spins out nicely. I have a puppy that makes a ton of drinking water around his bowl, and this is perfect.
Product Review: BabiesRUs Toilet Cover LockI recently bought a Toys R Us brand toilet seat lock. I had to return it immediately. Spend the two extra dollars and buy the more expensive lock. This one is useless and not worth a penny.
Product Review: ScoopFree Automatic...The ScoopFree automatic litter box system is a combination of an automated rake device which fits over a pre-packaged cardboard litter box filled with liquid absorbing crystals. Unfortunately, we found it didn't work very well.
Product Review: Water ArmourI found this product online. It is called Water Armour and makes the water just run off your shower doors and tiles too. Soap scum doesn't stick either so clean up is fast and easy and it seems to last forever!
FoodSaver Fails to Seal BagAfter investigating this problem on two different models, the problem was found to be that the vacuum pump was no longer able to produce a hard enough vacuum to trigger the sensor which initiates the heating strip which seals the bag.
Dixon Wood Cased Pre-Sharpened PencilsI became aggravated with all the pencils not sharpening that we bought at the store. I ordered these, and they have been wonderful. I don't have time to spend sharpening pencils that break. These are pre sharpened and they write wonderfully. They feel sturdy and they are bright and I love them.
Orgreenic Ceramic Green Non-Stick Fry PanI really love this ceramic frying pan. It has an aluminum core and it works without any butter or anything. I am so happy with it, I had to share it on this site.
Product Review: NutriBulletMy husband finally convinced me that we should order the NutriBullet that he had seen on the infomercials during the wee hours of the morning. He had spoken about it several times but I never saw the commercial and didn't care enough to waste my time researching it.
Product Review: Amazon Kindle (3rd Gen.)I have a Kindle third generation and I just LOVE it. It fits in my purse and I take it everywhere I go. There is a site you can get free books or you can purchase them, whichever.
Review: Graebel Movers I just had a nice surprise this morning. The company which handled our move from Houston, Texas to Knoxville, Tennessee sent an email saying we have a refund due us. They processed over 200 dollars back to the card we used to pay them.
Product Review: Clean Step MatAfter viewing this product on TV, internet and in magazines, I thought I give it a try. We have 3 large dogs and on rainy days, I would go through several dog towels wiping all of their paws.
Product Review: Magic MeshAnyone who watches TV has seen the commercials for the Magic Mesh screens. Well, I was trying to come up with a doggy door of some sort without cutting a hole in my glass door.
Product Review: Bradford Exchange Illuminated PicturesDo not buy any of those Bradford Exchange LED illuminated pictures! We bought a Kinkade one about 6 years ago. We never even turned the lights on that often, usually only when we had guests, all the bulbs have either burned out or are so dim that they're hardly lit at all.
Update on the GE Self Cleaning OvenA few months ago, I posted a warning about my new GE range with self cleaning oven. A few nights ago, my neighbor is frantically knocking at my patio door. She had meat in the oven and couldn't get the door open to get it out.
Product Review: Pledge Multi Surface Everyday CleanerI have tried many multi-purpose cleaners, but this is the one that beat all! It cleans absolutely everything and smells amazing. My favorite thing beyond cleaning wood surfaces, is the glass cleaning.
Product Review: Glutino Gluten Free Pantry Baking MixesI am allergic to gluten and have had to make big adjustments in my eating habits. Cutting out wheat flour has been one of the hardest tasks I have ever tackled. Wheat is in about everything.
Product Review: Scott Naturals Toilet PaperProduct Review: Scott Naturals Toilet Paper
Product Review: Dyson DC 23 Turbine HeadI have bought the Upright Ball Animal Dyson vacuums for myself and as a gift for my daughter in the past. I love Dyson, that is until this fiasco. The Dyson DC 23 Turbine Head was on sale - it's normally $399.00 and I got it for $234.50, which is about $234.00 overpriced.
Product Review: Kenmore Flat Top Oven BroilerWhen I looked through the oven window, I could see a nice, orange glow inside. I opened the door and saw my pan was burning and the smoke alarm went off.
Product Review: San Tech Hydro-Sil Baseboard HeaterBeware of this heater! This is our second try with it and our last. The first one lasted 2 years and the switch burned up! We had to pay postage and shipping to return it. They did send a new one and it took forever.
Product Review:Dirt Devil Breeze Vision Canister VacuumI have laminate floors, a cat, and grandchildren. I used to use a Swiffer and it did an OK job, but I got tired of washing the pads and buying new ones because I feel the pads don't get clean enough. I bought the Dirt Devil Breeze Vision Canister and WOW what a difference.
Product Review: FolexFolex is the best cleaner I have ever found for cleaning pet urine off of carpet. It is AMAZING!
Product Review: Black and Decker MX217 PowerPro MixerI bought a Black and Decker MX217 PowerPro 250-Watt 6-Speed Handheld Mixer at a flea market for my daughter. After bringing it home and checking it out, I decided I would give her my old mixer and keep this one.
Product Review: Humana CompBenefitsI was tired of paying $90 to my kids' dentist for each dental cleaning. Then I enrolled in Humana CompBenefits (800.342.5209). Now I pay $56.04 one time per year and each of my children receive two dental cleanings and a check-up with x-rays.
Product Review: American Fare Trash Compactor BagsI was so tired of buying expensive brand name trash compactor bags at grocery stores. Now I go to Kmart for their "American Fare" brand (rated tops in Consumer Reports) and purchase them in volume for 30% off and get a better quality.
Fred & Friends Tank Up Mug ReviewThis expensive mug is a cute idea, but the quality is so poor that the design washes off completely in the dishwasher.
Product Review: Emery Cat BoardI will start off by saying that after reading the reviews about the Emery Cat Board I wasn't sold, but I wasn't totally turned off either. There are many sites that offer areas to critique the Emery Cat Board. I recommend you read a few of them.
Product Review: Keurig Elite B-40 Coffee MakerI bought the Keurig Elite B-40 coffee maker and having entirely too much fun with it. I bought it at Kohl's on sale and used one of those discount coupons they send in the mail.
Product Review: Top Job CleanerI use Top Job cleaner in my steam cleaner to clean my carpets. It is the best that I have used. It smells fresh and is such a great cleaner for all my floors. Thank you so much.
Product Review: Quantumatic Automatic Dishwasher DispenserThis is an automatic dishwasher detergent dispenser which you latch to the top rack of your dishwasher. The dispenser holds twelve loads worth of soap. A little indicator on the top lets you know how many loads are left.
Product Review: Pet Hair Eliminator BroomIt is the best broom I have ever used and has outlasted two vacuum cleaners. I use it before I vacuum, because it gets most of the dirt, paper, dog hair, etc. that gets tracked in on the living room carpet.
Product Review: Wet 'n' Wild Shine Clear Nail PolishI do not buy the pricey topcoats that cost as much as $9.00. I have found this brand does just as good of a job on my nails to protect them with or without a polish under the Shine Clear.
Product Review: Bubba MugThe big Bubba thermal mugs with the narrow base that will fit into a car's cup holder are great! I fill mine with ice cubes and a little water. I use it driving around town - summers in Florida get hot.
Product Review: Perma Soft II Denture...If you are like most of us and simply can't or don't choose to pay dentists to reline your dentures here is the answer for you! I had searched everywhere and hounded everyone I knew who might be able to help and finally found the answer on Ebay.
Product Review: ArmorAll ProtectantArmorAll is a product sold for use on vehicles and I recommend it for that and much more. The labeling tells you this product will clean, protect, and shine rubber, plastic, and vinyl surfaces. It helps to block harmful UV rays and slow the aging process.
The Best Cleaner for Soap ScumWhen cleaning soap scum from a porcelain bathtub, I sprayed 409 and then went over it lightly with Scotch-Brite stainless steel scrubbing pads. Not sure how long the scum was there from previous owner, but it came off and didn't harm the finish on bathtub.
Product Review: Behr Exterior PaintI added color to my wood privacy fence by using the Behr exterior paint. I love color and natural earth tone colors. When it comes to a wood fence, it fades over time and has a grayish color that is boring. So, I painted it.
Product Review: Amway's Legacy of CleanI found one of the best cleaning and laundry products I've seen in a long time. I used to clean homes and resort rentals in Florida. Try the Legacy of Clean by Amway. The shower cleaner and the laundry soap are awesome.
Product Review: "The Works" Toilet Bowl CleanerI have never found anything more remarkable for cleaning toilets than "The Works" for calcium, lime, and rust. It comes in a green bottle and is available at the dollar stores.
Dangers of Using Bio Spot Flea TreatmentPlease let your members know of all the dangers in using flea products, especially the on the spot treatment, "Bio Spot". This product almost killed my cat and dog, causing tremors, nervousness, vomiting, and hair loss.
Product Review: Kilz Primer and PaintIt covers wonderfully and fills minor cracks and holes. I love to paint and change my colors often and am pleased that quite often one coat does a great job of covering another color.
Product Review: Eggland's Best EggsMy son has been telling me to try these eggs for many years. I always refused because of the high price. Since we moved I can no longer buy farm fresh eggs. I finally gave in to his suggestion.
Product Review: Zenni OpticalUpon a recommendation from another Thriftyfunner, I bought a pair of glasses with progressive lenses from Zenni Optical. I am very happy with my glasses and the price. I am so glad she or he recommended them and I want to put in a good word for them too.
Product Review: Turtle Wax Bug and Tar RemoverUse this product to remove paint ball on car's finish. Just follow the directions which are very simple. Wash and dry area on car in which product is to be used.
Vacuum Food Storage System for EverythingI have a Ziploc vacuum storage pump and a vacuum food storage machine and use them for everything imaginable! To tell the truth the kitchen is the place they're used the least!
Product Review: NutriSystemThis is a good jump start for a dieter. I enjoyed the foods, which were easy to prepare and tasted reasonably good. There were a few exceptions.
Product Review: Lipozene Fat Burneri just received my Lipozene order today and found that they added more of the product and another product that I had said no to. I thought I was paying $29.95 and I was charged $144.77. I should have read the reviews first. Do not fall for this product.
Product Review: Perfect Brownie Pan SetI purchased this pan set to make my Christmas baking easier and more enjoyable. I baked my usual tailgate blondies. They are a family favorite. Well, the pan worked great.
Product Review: Dryer BallsI have been using dryer balls for the past two years in my dryer. I found them in "Real Goods," a wonderful green catalog. These cut down drying time, keep clothes soft, and completely eliminate dryer sheets or liquid softener.
Product Review: Americraft CookwareDon't ever buy Americraft cookware. It cost a lot more than what it is worth. If you see a demo of this cookware run, don't walk away.
Product Review: C Cleaner PC Optimization ToolTo keep my computer running smoothly, in addition to the standard anti-spyware and anti-virus scans, I like to use C Cleaner. It's free. It's wonderful.
Product Review: Bissel Little Green Carpet CleanerI was painting my room a nice shade of navy blue; I stupidly moved my ladder and didn't pay attention to where I was going and knocked my paint can over on my CREAM CARPET.
Product Review: Sno-BolI have finally found a product that removes rust stains from your shower doors, tile, floors, walls, etc. It is called Sno-Bol, it's a toilet bowl cleaner and you can buy it real cheap at a Dollar store, Walmart,etc. for only like a dollar or two.
Lock 'n Lock Storage ContainersAfter returning from vacation, I pulled out the lettuce which had been in our refrigerator for three weeks thinking I would have to toss it out. I had stored it in one of my Lock 'n Lock containers and when I opened it, to my surprise the lettuce was crisp and fresh.
Product Review: Windshield WonderYes this thing really works! I couldn't believe it. Doesn't streak, easy to use, and took less then 2 minutes to do the windshield. We bought ours at Target for $9.99 + tax.
Product Review: Kitchen Gourmet Air PopperI just tried the Kitchen Gourmet Air Popper from Walgreens for $10.00. I have to say if you like popcorn flying all over the place and lots of seeds not popped, then this is the popper for you. I guess you can tell I don't like it.
Product Review: Ortho Bug B Gon MaxI have found the best product I've ever used to get rid of bugs of all kinds in my back yard. My yard was filled with bugs of all kinds. Fleas, ants, fire ants, roaches, spiders, you name it, it was there.
Product Review: Krud KutterGet yourself some "Krud Kutter" all purpose pressure washer cleaner from Lowe's. I purchased it based on another reader's recommendation for cleaning the tub (did a great job, too!).
Bissell SpotBot ReviewsI have 2 products by Bissell. The SpotBot and the Pro Heat carpet shampooer. I will never purchase another Bissell product again. The SpotBot worked fine for a while, then started spewing water all over the place.
Product Review: Instant Mold and Mildew Stain RemoverI was so frustrated due to the mold in my Maytag front loader. I found this website with so many others with the same complaint. I tried some of the suggestions and they did not work.
Reviews of OFF! Clip-On Mosquito RepellentI bought one of these to try and was more than extremely disappointed. It didn't REPEL the mosquitoes, it ATTRACTED them! I had more mosquitoes around me than I ever had without this thing!
Product Review: Black and Decker Power ScrubberI have a little tool that I have had for at least 8 years. It's a Black and Decker Model PKS150 Power Scrubber, but since I bought mine, they have come out with newer models. I only paid about $10-15 for mine.
Product Review: Head-On Headache RemedyHead-On is a product that has been made fun of on TV, but it's a product that works! I get headaches a lot, and sometimes they go into migraines. You can use as much as you need, just rub the stick all over the forehead, and it does take away the pain, most of the time.
Product Review: Bissell Cleanview 11 (Bagless)I love this vacuum. I have a Kirby that went out, and I got tired of repairing it each time because it always cost me $24.00 to repair. I am so proud of this vacuum.
Product Review: Save-A-BladeMy husband uses the Mach III razor and razorblades. If you buy this product you know they are super expensive to replace. ($11.00) for 3 razorblades at Wal-Mart. We watched the infomercial on TV that showed how you can re-sharpen your razor blades.
Product Review: Mini LED Indoor Plant LightHere's another bargain I found at the Dollar Tree store. It's a black plastic battery-operated indoor plant light.
Product Review: No Nonsense "Ahh, Said the Foot" SocksI've been looking for some soft, cushiony socks, in black anklets. I finally found some in this brand. For my foot size, I had to choose the men's socks (same make and color).
Product Review: I Can't Believe It's Not ButterA few months ago, I was talking to a mortician. He said the best product to use on buttering food items is 'I Can't Believe It's Not Butter'. These buttery tasting products don't clog a person's arteries like margarine (oleo) or butter.
Try McCain Baby Cakes For LatkesInstead of messing up the kitchen making latkes, try the Baby Cakes by McCain. I purchased them at Target, in the frozen potato section. Yummy!
Product Review: Freschetta Amore Frozen PizzaWe like carry out pizzas but usually can't afford those prices. When we're in the mood for pizza. We go for those "Freschetta Amore" pizzas, in the grocery store freezer section. They're the next best thing to carry out pizza.
