15th May, 2012

Airers for a Greener Future

Posted on May 15, 2012 by

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Australian households generate at least one-fifth of Australia’s greenhouse gases. That’s equal to more than 18 tonnes per household each year, according to Sustainability Victoria’s latest findings.

Unfortunately, the tumble dryer is a significant contributor, generating around 159kg of CO2 per annum (about the same as flying from Melbourne to Adelaide return).

The airer is, however, a truly viable alternative. This remarkable laundry item has been around for several centuries, so it couldn’t be more tried and true.

However, while the concept of using a folding frame to dry clothes remains the same, technology, design principles and quality have greatly improved. Nowadays, lifestyles are a key part of the designer’s thoughts, for example, with more of us living in apartments, new generation Airers now stand no higher than balcony railings, making them invisible to neighbours.
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27th March, 2012

Easter Camping Organisation Tips

Posted on March 27, 2012 by

The Easter holidays are the perfect time to go camping with the family. Cathy Player, Howards Storage World’s organisational expert and a great fan of camping holidays, has some hot tips to make your campsite more enjoyable for all the family.

#1. A good night’s sleep is essential

Ensure the whole family is sleeping on Aerobeds, they are fast to inflate, super comfortable and deflating them is so simple that even the kids can do it.

#2. Pack at least three Tubtrugs in varying sizes

Made from food-safe plastic Tubtrugs can be used for all sorts of purposes. They can be used for: wet washing, dirty dishes, recycling, shoes, yabbies, washing up, as an ice bucket, basket, holding sports equipment or assisting with carrying heavy items such as the gas bottle.
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23rd May, 2011

Save Dollars in The Laundry With Airers

Posted on May 23, 2011 by

Let’s face it doing the laundry is more of a necessity than it is a fun activity. So we asked around and found, for the most part, that people find the ‘chore’ of doing the laundry is in the drying process. With the cost of living on the rise and Mother Nature in overdrive, people are recognising that dryers might not be the only answer… so we’ve put the spotlight on airers.

Solution 1: Pegasus V Dryer for over the bath drying
Pressed for space? This clever airer will fit on the top of your bathtub so clothes drip-dry back into the tub. Made from powder-coated stainless steel, this airer will click into 12 different angles to suit various bath widths, or can be made flat for drying delicates.
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