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Roundup: 10 Toothbrush Holders Under $20

CasaSugar — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:30:46 -0800

Since many of you were appalled at the price of the toothbrush holder that I showcased in my poll yesterday, I decided that some cheaper options were in order. Believe me, I'm definitely not one to spend $107 on a toothbrush holder, either! I love ValancyJane's solution for a toothbrush holder option. As she notes, "I use a clear drinking glass; it looks clean and simple, and when it gets covered in toothbrush crud it goes in the dishwasher and I can get another one quickly."

If, like Skigurl, you're worried about your brushes getting jumbled with others in a cup, then the CB2 Man Holder ($3.95) is a cute, functional, and cheap way to wrangle your brush.

Interested in some other options? Then read more.

How Do You Store Your Toothbrush?

CasaSugar — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:00:12 -0800

Ensuring that your bathroom is both tidy and attractive means that everything must be in its place. That, of course, includes our toothbrushes. This Unica Pewter Toothbrush Holder ($107) is definitely a pretty choice for an elegant and understated bathroom. How do you store your brush?

Love It or Hate It? CB2 Man Toothbrush Holder

CasaSugar — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:30:35 -0800

The CB2 Man Tootbrush Holder ($3.95) is certainly clever, but I don't know if I'd want to suction this little fellow to my bathroom wall. Would you?

Casa Verde: Tin Can Plastic Lids

CasaSugar — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:00:40 -0700

Northumbria University graduate Jack Bresnahan's biodegradable, plastic lids turn your used tin cans into household containers. Here, a basic can has become a vase, and other lids include a soap dispenser, sugar caster, tea and coffee canisters, toothbrush holder, money box, and desk organizer. While tin cans can be recycled, many are tossed irresponsibly and end up in a landfill. These products make us more mindful of how our possessions can be repurposed. Eventually, unlike the cans themselves, the lids won't need to be recycled but will biodegrade.

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Link Time!

CasaSugar — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 09:15:04 -0700

Re-Nest has news about Flor's new wool collection.
Elements of Style urges you to check out this fashionable Manhattan home.
Shelterrific finds a cute toothbrush holder.
Dwell tells us that Rem Koolhaas takes on Manhattan.
AT:SF shares advice on shelf displays.
Charles and Hudson has 17 uses for sawdust.
Craft shows you how to make a manly potato-print travel pouch.
YumSugar reports that supermarkets are shrinking.
SavvySugar tells you how to ask for a raise.

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Casa Verde: Plastic Bag Stand

CasaSugar — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 12:30:01 -0700

Green designer Danny Seo always has great, simple ideas for greening your home. In
a recent post he writes that when he was thrifting at a local Goodwill, he saw a bunch of toothbrush holders, and immediately thought of using these as plastic bag dryers. All you have to do is stick wooden dowels or chopsticks in the holes where you'd normally stick your toothbrush, and then drape the bag over the stick.

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Open House Recap: Top 10 House-Cleaning Shortcuts

CasaSugar — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 11:29:23 -0700

Ever since I saw this list of 10 things you can stop cleaning right now - much of which involves disposing of things rather than washing them - I've been wondering how we can make housework easier without making landfills fuller. So in the Open House this weekend, I asked you guys to share your house-cleaning shortcuts.

Several users mentioned the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, which is also one of my must-have cleaning tools. The mysterious sponge manages to remove weird stains that nothing else seems to get off. But that's only the beginning! To see 10 more invaluable household hints, read more

Shadesoftrue: This user offers two great alternatives to throwing away dirty shower-curtain liners: "I use Method daily shower spray after each shower to prevent scum buildup, and I throw my clear heavy-duty vinyl shower curtain in the washing machine and it works... just make sure it's on cold."
Rothchild: "My secret weapon lately is the Magic Eraser. It cleans most surfaces so well (just don't use it on hardwood or painted surfaces). I never thought I would be able to wipe down the brown gunk buildup on my range, but it worked."
Saruuh: "Whenever I have leftover soda or beer, I pour it in the toilet. The carbonation keeps the bowl clean between cleanings."
Vintagesugar: "Here is a good tip for cleaning out tiny yucky spaces, like that place inside your electric toothbrush where nothing fits: Pour in a little hydrogen peroxide, which you certainly have on hand for first aid purposes. The bubbling bleach cleans out any gook and can be rinsed out."
Bettyg53: "I use lemons and salt to clean cutting boards then do the same to scrub down the kitchen sink. Slice up leftover lemon and throw down the garbage disposal."
Terriann: "Low lighting and candles will make your place look fabulous in the evening even if it's not immaculate. Tealight holders and plain unscented tealight candles are cheap and, when placed all over the room, they really make your home twinkle. Line them up on the dining room table for a simple elegant centerpiece too."
Lara16: "I buy cheap washcloths at Target and use them during the week to clean up counters, floors, dry my hands, etc. I use them for everything. I then throw them in the washer along with my regular towels, and they are ready to be used again."
BloodyFuFu: "I've recently started using a solution of dish soap, water, and a very small amount of bleach to clean just about everything. I have a spray bottle full of it and I use is on the tubs, the counter, the stove, even the carpet for little spots. It does away with having a ton of specialized cleaners and, depending on the soap you use, can smell pretty good too."
Ella1978: "If you have a stain on your floor (not wood) or your counter that you cannot get out, Clorox makes this product, a Liquid Gel Cleaner. It's blue-ish green, clear bottle ... let it sit on a wine stain or Kool-Aid stain on your counter for a few minutes, wipe, it's gone! It's great."
Cocoa: "Slice up a lemon and put it in a microwave safe bowl. Add water and microwave for about five minutes. All the mess will come off with ease, and it smells great afterwards."

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