There are numerous types of allergies and irritations. including pet dander, grass, dust, pollen, grass, and mold spores. In order to prevent them from accumulating or entering your home during the warmer months, you must stop them from doing so.

Avoid pollen getting in

For many Australians, pollen is one of their most common allergens. You might want to think about how you might be bringing this common allergy trigger into your home if you suffer from it.

Try to avoid going outside in the morning hours, especially if it’s a dry, hot day as this could indicate a high pollen count day. Pollen is typically released from plants between 5am and 10am every day.

Through open windows, doors, and even your clothing, pollen can enter a building. When you get home, think about changing your clothes or taking a shower. If the day has been particularly pollen-heavy, avoid hanging clothes to dry outside.

Purifying the air

If there is insufficient moisture, pet dander, pollen, and other allergen particles may spread more readily in the air. Consider using an air purifier to help filter out these nasty contaminants. Most air purifiers can remove over 99 per cent of airborne allergens, and those with a HEPA filter can capture particles as small as 0 points 3 microns.

To breathe easy, you can browse the full range of air purifiers HERE.

Upgrading your vacuum cleaner

Vacuuming reduces allergens, especially in carpeted areas where dust can accumulate more quickly. As more dead skin cells will be present there and perhaps even where dust mites will be drawn to, you should also focus on the areas where you sit and sleep. To reduce dust, pollen, skin cells, and dust mite droppings, aim to vacuum up to twice per week.

If you need to upgrade your vacuum cleaner browse the full range HERE.

De-humidifying

High humidity is a serious problem that can promote the growth of mould and mildew as well as dust mites, so do you experience damp air in your home, especially during the warmer, more humid months of the year? By condensing and removing moisture from the air, a dehumidifier reduces the humidity in the air. On those sweltering Australian summer days, it will aid in the fight against damp problems and improve the comfort level in your home.

Browse the full range of dehumidifiers HERE.

Keep your heating and cooling fans clean

Filters in your exhaust fans and air conditioner should be changed or cleaned on a regular basis. The accumulation of dust and mould can produce unpleasant odours and trigger allergies. The frequency should be as directed by the manufacturer. The removal of any additional dust from ceiling, standalone, and ventilation fans is also crucial to take into account.

For more information

Bing Lee

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They experience constant wear and tear from moving furniture, shoes, and feet on a daily basis, so dirt and grime will begin to accumulate there first. Long-term dirt accumulation on your floors can result in scratches, discolouration, and floor ruin. It’s important to approach floor care with more intelligence rather than more effort if you want to keep your floors clean, looking their best, and lasting a long time. Here, we have our guide to Floorcare.

Clearing Clutter

Even though it may seem obvious, a quick sweep through the house to gather larger items like coins, bobby pins, or even Lego can make a big difference in how efficiently you clean. This step is often skipped by many and done on the fly as the vacuum cleaner moves from room to room. As a result, a lot of time may be lost picking up objects while the vacuum is running. Or it could mean that some unwanted objects are sucked up the vacuum and could clog or damage the machine… or, even worse, it could mean that you have to dig around in the dust chamber to find that annoying Lego piece.

Effective Dust Removal

Effective dust removal is the most crucial step in any routine for caring for floors. The main sources of allergens in the home can include dust and pet hair. To make sure you aren’t just redistributing the larger pieces of dust and debris throughout your home, it is essential to sweep up all dirt before mopping. The LG air flow vacuum technology known as AEROSCIENCE uses strong miniature air whirlwinds to separate out dust particles. Rapid air flow is produced inside the vacuum cyclone chambers by the high-speed rotation of the LG Inverter Motor. The troublesome dust will be removed quickly and effectively.

Easy Mopping

Our lives have become much easier thanks to advancements in mopping technology. With the LG CordZero® A9 Ultimate, you’ll cut down on cleaning time by vacuuming and mopping at the same time, eliminating the need for a separate, cumbersome mop and bucket to finish up after the vacuuming. Water can be added to the mopping head, and depending on the setting, the machine rotates the two rotating mop pads with water every six to eight seconds.

Reaching high locations

It will save a ton of time to have a tool that makes it simple to change the vacuum reach’s length, and it will also give anyone who needs it access to it. For greater versatility, the LG CordZero line includes a telescopic pipe that can be adjusted to four different lengths. For people of all heights or those who might need a wheelchair, this option makes it easier to clean stairs and difficult-to-reach areas. Additionally, the Opti-balanced Handle was ergonomically created to be comfortable and to require less muscle effort when vacuuming.

We hope you have found this Floorcare guide useful.

For more information

Bing Lee

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White on white tiles and grout have been used in wet areas for what seems like forever. There is no denying the popularity of the classic combination and it doesn’t look like the trend is going anywhere in a hurry.

Wondering how that statement KitKat tile splashback with all those grout lines is going to stand up to repeated splatter from the stove? That’s where EnduroShield will help. The protective, easy-clean coating helps repel water and oil-based stains, making surfaces stay cleaner for longer. The low maintenance, durable protection applied directly to tiles and grout lines in the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry means your whites will stay that way no matter what is thrown at them.

“I often get questions about our WHITE tiles and about the white grout … is it annoying to clean, does it stain? And I always reply with the same thing, NO, no need to worry when you’ve sealed them with the best home tile and grout treatment by EnduroShield!” @buildingouraston on Instagram ** Disclaimer- I only ever share products I love and swear by**

There is an ever-changing range of beautiful tile products to choose from for inside your home. With so many choices and decisions to make when building or renovating, it is often the finishing touches that can be overlooked. No matter what tile choice or colour you go for, prioritise protection to keep your investment looking as good as the day it is installed.

EnduroShield has dedicated surface-specific protection available for glass, tile, grout and stainless steel surfaces, available in a simple DIY kit or as a professional service.

More info?

EnduroShield

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Here they take us behind the scenes of the breathtaking bathrooms in their latest build — Dream Home 7 Coastal Farmhouse.

“We love letting others in on our hot tips and believe gorgeous family homes should be low maintenance and easy to clean, leaving you more time to spend with your loved ones,” they say. “With every new house we design, the desire to create a liveable space that not only functions well but looks amazing too is central to our planning. It’s a worthwhile exercise to spend a little extra time on your bathroom design plan to ensure it functions well for your family’s needs.

“Creating cohesion between the bathrooms in your home will add value. Let’s take a closer look at Dream Home 7, where we created three different bathrooms. We pulled-off an extremely cohesive look and feel throughout the entire home despite the differences.”

Where should you start?

“Always, always, always start with your vision board, a collection of your favourite images that you instantly fall in love with,” say Heather and Sarah. “There are so many design selections to make in the bathrooms, so a vision board will really help you keep on track throughout the whole process.

“When it comes to benchtops, the budget can play a big part in the decision process; did you know that when using engineered stone, you pay per slab? That’s why we nearly always use the same type in every bathroom, kitchen, and laundry throughout the home as it saves wastage and coin. Knowing we wanted to have some fun with coloured cabinetry and textured tiles, we chose an engineered stone in vivid white for its simple, sophisticated, and timeless appeal.

“Dream Home 7 features some of our bravest tile choices! It could have ended so badly. That’s why it was even more important to have consistency and connection between each space. In the end, between the three bathrooms, the kitchen and laundry, we used nine different tiles! “For the main bathroom and guest bathroom we used the same 300mm x 600mm white matt wall tiles and on the floors we used the same natural 300mm x 600mm tile. The white feature tile in the main bathroom was chosen because this space faces south-east and does not receive a lot of direct sunlight (the skylight helps, though). Laying this tile in a herringbone pattern directs the eye up and creates a sense of height in the room.

“On the other hand, the guest bathroom downstairs receives far more natural light. The beige tiles create more warmth in this space, and we chose to lay them in a vertical stackbond pattern. This pattern gives us a clean edge on the sides given it’s a blade wall and it repeats the lines of the VJ panelling and Country V profile of the cabinetry.”

The master ensuite

“The open-plan layout of our showstopping master ensuite played a big part in where we placed our tiles,” continue Heather and Sarah. “The neutral floor tile laid in a classic chevron pattern was the perfect choice for such an open bathroom like this one. The colour was very similar to the vinyl flooring used in the main living areas of the home, so while different to the other bathrooms, it’s still cohesive with the rest of the home.

“We continued the green colourway with the beautiful sage finger tiles. These tiles were nearly identical to the feature wall colour we used in the master bedroom. We chose to use these on the dwarf wall behind the bath and the shower wall — the perfect place to stand out as a feature!

“Keeping it similar to the guest bathroom, we used the VJ wall panelling, and the classic 300mm x 600mm white matt wall tiles in all three bathrooms.”

Tying it all together

“Despite using so many different tiles throughout the bathrooms in Dream Home 7, we managed to tie it all together with four common design elements that we chose very early on in the design process — vivid white benchtops, brushed gold tapware, white semi-inset basins, and brushed gold pill mirrors,” say the duo.

“Don’t be afraid to get creative and mix things up in your bathrooms but remember, for resale value play it a little safe and make sure you design bathrooms that are cohesive.”

Keeping it looking good

“Now that your bathroom design is down pat, it is important not to overlook planning your maintenance to ensure that design and function both come out on top,” they add. “Unprotected bathroom surfaces are susceptible to soap scum and limescale. Over time, wear and tear will drastically depreciate the look of your bathroom and make it increasingly harder to clean. That’s why we chose EnduroShield easy-clean coating to protect all the glass and tile surfaces in our Dream Home 7 wet areas. And the best part is the bathroom stays cleaner for longer in between each clean.

“A dream home shouldn’t just look great, it should be a dream to live in.”

For more information

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Glass however, needs to be maintained and without regular cleaning it can quickly become an eyesore with exposure to dust, dirt and fingerprints. Enter EnduroShield – its easy clean properties will protect the glass from permanent staining for years to come.

EnduroShield was the natural choice to coat this amazing glass seawall at a residence in Miami, Florida. The client’s brief was for a protective barrier that would allow clear unobstructed views of the water. It needed to be durable and continue looking great over time despite harsh environmental conditions. EnduroShield partner Aquaview Fencing created this stunning design that matched the Miami home’s modern aesthetic and factory-applied EnduroShield to the 12mm tempered glass panels.

The result is a sleek, stylish installation that is not only beautiful but also practical. EnduroShield offers protection from salt air, salt water and hard water, and ensures the surface stays cleaner for longer.

Start enjoying the benefits of EnduroShield today.

• Reduced Maintenance – Glass becomes easy clean and stays cleaner for longer between cleans
• Ultimate Protection – Repels both water & oil based stains providing superior protection against dirt, salt & chlorine
• High Durability – Once only application is UV stable, creating a non-stick protective barrier. Application to new glass comes with a 10 year manufacturer’s warranty

Find out more HERE – make the smart choice and call Enduroshield today for an obligation free quote.

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The ChemfloPlus has been created to continuously analyse pool water chemistry and accurately sanitise and control pool’s pH level, keeping the water safe and healthy.

“In the real world, chemical maintenance of pool water is a fairly complicated balancing act,” says Victor Quijada, Waterco’s water treatment product manager. “Sanitiser residuals must be maintained at a level sufficient to protect swimmers. Simultaneously, pH of the water must be maintained at a level that assures the sanitiser works effectively,while protecting the pool and equipment from corrosion or scaling and the bathers from discomfort or irritation.

“The ChemfloPlus automatic control system measures and precisely controls set levels of sanitiser and pH balance through feedback from inline sensors. This ensures the safest possible swimming conditions.”

The ChemfloPlus is also designed to be cost effective; it minimises chemical use and prevents excessive addition of chemicals that may damage the pool and its equipment.

“In addition, power requirements are minimal, as the ChemfloPlus’s dosing systems only operate when required,” says Victor.

Another integral feature of the ChemfloPlus is its ability to automatically respond to seasonal demand. It will automatically maintain the required chlorine level and eliminate problems associated with periods of very high or low chlorine levels throughout the year. “Fewer fluctuations in chlorine levels means fewer fluctuations in pH levels, which means more stable, balanced water,” Victor adds.

ChemfloPlus also allows for up to four filter cycles to be activated. This provides extra flexibility, especially during seasonal adjustments – e.g. one cycle for winter, two cycles during summer, or all four cycles during a busy pool use weekend, party etc. The unit comes with two cycles enabled as the default.

The ChemfloPlus is also specially configured to allow it to control a salt water chlorinator. It will constantly analyse the pool water while the pump is running and activates the salt water chlorinator when necessary. All that’s needed is to plug the salt water chlorinator into the ChemfloPlus unit and chlorine levels are maintained at a consistent set point, ensuring the pool is clean and safe to swim in.

Key features:

• Automatic response to seasonal demand
• Smart LCD display
• Multiple filtration cycles
• Controls pool and spa combination: It senses the water from either the pool or spa and adjusts accordingly, thus ensuring each is sanitised to an optimum level)
• Pool and garden light timer
• Additional timed power outlets: This can be used to operate other accessories such as in-floor cleaning system pump, pressure cleaner booster pump or pool lighting)
• Salt chlorinator automation
• Suitable for Tariff 33: The ChemfloPlus unit comes with a timer function built into the operation software. This timer allows the unit to ‘remember’ the latest set-up in case of power failure)

For more information visit https://www.waterco.com.au

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The effectiveness of bathing in magnesium chloride has been documented in the health and wellness industry for decades – and exemplified by the Dead Sea – and now swimmers can experience the same skin soothing properties with Waterco’s new Mineral Crystals.

Working alongside existing water balancing chemicals, this high quality, fast dissolving product not only purifies pool water with a blend of naturally occurring minerals but also moisturises your skin as you swim.

“A growing number of property owners are realising that a pool is a long-term investment and that the health and environmental benefits of more natural water are vital to their wellbeing,“ said Waterco’s water treatment product manager Victor Quijada. “Mineral Crystals enhances the swimming experience by working with nature to transform your pool into a therapeutic oasis.”

A large body of mainly anecdotal evidence has shown that magnesium salts, the main mineral in the Dead Sea and naturally occurring in the human body, markedly improves skin hydration, soothes common skin ailments such as dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis, and provides temporary relief from muscular inflammation and fatigue.

“The common effects associated with chlorine, including red eyes and dry skin, are relieved by the comforting properties of Waterco’s system,” said Victor.

“Magnesium chloride is also known for its mild flocking abilities, which helps to filter out particularly fine material such as dust and dirt. This reduces the need for additional chemicals like clarifiers and algaecides, delivering pool owners further cost savings.”

The benefits of Waterco’s  Mineral Crystals include:

• A fast dissolving formula that leaves skin feeling soft and smooth
• Soothes common skin ailments such as dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis
• Transforms your swimming pool into a therapeutic oasis
• Gentle formulation that has little to no taste
• It can be used in any type of pool (not necessarily required a salt water chlorinator)

Mineral Crystals is the latest innovation from Waterco’s research and development team, which is responding to the growing trend known as ‘holistic consumerism’.

“More people are buying things that make them feel good all over – their minds, bodies and belief systems – and pool owners are starting to care more about the products they purchase from a quality and environmental aspect,” Victor said.

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The Trident (Standard) and Trident PRO have been designed for cleaning efficiency, particularly for finer filtration collection.
The cleaners have a dual cartridge filtration system, which ensures they have sufficient capacity. They include patented top-opening filtration compartments for easy emptying and cleaning, and ultrafine porosity as a standard feature, which enables them to collect fine dust particles.
The all-terrain cleaners include advanced software control that provides good pool coverage, and they have been designed to reduce the use of electricity, water and chemicals. A scanning and smart drive system is designed for systematic manoeuvring
and an obstacle escape system means the cleaners can navigate obstacles such as large main drains.
The Trident PRO is designed for pools up to 15 m in length, while the Trident (Standard) is for pools up to 12 m in length. The cleaners’ triple-active brushing helps eliminate algae and bacteria, reducing the need for chemicals. A one-way quick water-release valve prevents the release of dirt back into the pool.
The motor automatically shuts off when overloaded or when the cleaner is out of the water, while a wall sensor enables the cleaner to detect when it is on the pool wall. A combined brush is suitable for finishes such as renders with glass, rough ceramics, pebble or painted, and a wonder brush is suitable for tiled, viny lined and fibreglass finishes

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Whether your kitchen features stainless steel fridges, dishwashers, ovens, rangehoods or shelving and bench tops, stainless steel gives your kitchen a modern edge, but it’s one of the trickiest surfaces in your kitchen to keep clean, showing up fingerprints, water spots, streaks, and smears. So how do you keep this shiny surface clean and free from marks?

EnduroShield is an ultra-thin transparent treatment that completely adheres to the surface and provides protection that will repel both water and oil-based stains, perfect for helping to keep fingerprints, streaks and greasy build up at bay. Show off your kitchen and keep your appliances looking spotless with EnduroShield. The 60ml EnduroShield Home for Stainless Steel kit covers up to 4 Square Metres. A single application lasts beyond 3 years and cuts cleaning time by up to 90%. Surfaces also stay cleaner for longer between cleans.

Application is simple: clean the surface with the included EnduroClean pre-cleaner, then spray and wipe the EnduroShield liquid across the surface and allow to cure for 8 hours (usually overnight). That’s it!

EnduroShield not only creates an Easy Clean surface, but it repels hard water and grime and significantly reduces finger prints.

Cleaning with a damp microfibre cloth and a mild detergent is sufficient for most indoor appliances. Investing in EnduroShield provides hassle free cleaning for as little as 83 cents per month.

EnduroShield is used in many sustainable homes as it reduces water usage and eliminates the use of harsh, expensive and abrasive cleaners that are toxic to the environment.

For more information about the EnduroShield home range take a look at:
www.enduroshield.com

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While this used to be a job for a professional cleaner, you can now do this yourself in the comfort of your own home in one step and at the touch of a button — the REFRESH-BUTLER, the luxury fabric care system from V-ZUG has arrived

Whether its a silk dress after the gala dinner, your exercise shoes after an unexpected rain shower or your suit after a business trip – the REFRESH-BUTLER from V-ZUG is the ultimate appliance for cleaning delicate fabrics gently and effectively. The secret to the abilities of the appliance lies in its ability to combine three cleaning functions in one appliance. The refresh function neutralises odours, such as from a lavish dinner or from cigarette smoke. The hygiene function eliminates bacteria and germs from fabrics. Finally, the drying function uses a heat pump to dry fabrics, such as coats and shoes, that have got wet in the rain, in a gentle and energy-saving manner.

For a simple refresh, your clothes can be gently cleaned with the main refresh programme, followed by the crease guard programme and, in addition, the extra drying and hygiene programmes. Depending on the programme selected, the machine applies refreshing steam, the sustainable photocatalysis function or the energy-saving heat pump.

The secret behind the premium appliance lies in the combination of photocatalysis and steam in a closed air circuit. An active photocatalytic coating, when combined with light and steam, ensures fabrics are refreshed and cared for in a gentle way. The integrated heat pump guarantees energy-saving operation.

Renowned testing institutes in Germany and Switzerland have checked the effectiveness of the functions and the results were positive. You can integrate REFRESH-BUTLER into an existing cupboard system or leave it freestanding.

The REFRESH-BUTLER is available exclusively at V-ZUG.

For more information

V-ZUG Appliances

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