It is that time of year again—winter weather is upon us. Cold temperatures affect our health and mood by putting stress on the body and mind. In fact, research shows that the winter brings with it an increase in depression rates, a decrease in immunity levels, and a lack of total energy. When the weather outside is frightful, ALEKO has some toasty tips to keep you warm, happy, and cozy all season long. And no, although helpful, none of these tips suggest a waddle-inducing puffer jacket! ALEKO’s Snug Suggestions Four-Season Insulation Sleeping Bag – Blue Four-Season Insulation Sleeping Bag – Camouflage Price: $16.00 Whether you’re travelling, going on a camping…
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Game-Changing Dustless Drywall Sanders For Faster and Cleaner Sanding
What makes walls and ceilings so smooth? Drywall sanders! Despite being highly prevalent in our everyday lives, many are not familiar with drywall, a construction material used to build walls and ceilings. The sanding process, for which you would need a drywall sander, is the last stage in drywall installation. Before your walls and ceilings can get primed and painted, several coats of mud must be applied to the drywall. These coats of bulky mud then need to be sanded until a smooth finish is achieved. Traditionally, sanding is a painful process. Sanding produces a large amount of dust which can cause lung damage if inhaled. When sanding, it is…
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Top 5 Benefits Of Regular Sauna Sessions
We’re a month out from Christmas and the weather is certainly showing it. With every degree that drops, the idea of a home sauna sounds more and more favorable. It’s no surprise, then, that home saunas are all the craze. While the sauna concept has been around for thousands of years, Instagram and wellness blogs have really catalyzed the upward trend of home saunas. The appeal? Getting to enjoy all the health and wellness benefits of a sauna in the comfort of one’s own home. Home saunas are readily available and easy to install. Still on the fence? Let’s take a look into some of the benefits of having a…
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One Stop Holiday Shop: Gift Guide for Checking Everyone Off Your List
Christmas is right around the corner, and we just made gift-giving a whole lot easier! Whether you’re shopping for family, friends, coworkers, pets, or secret Santa gifts–ALEKO is your one stop shop this holiday season. From luxurious or practical to splurge or budget friendly, use our holiday gift guide to check everyone off your list. Gifts for Her Portable Garment Clothes Organizer w/ Shelves Price: $27.00 Presenting a gift every fashionista will love! She’ll absolutely love planning out her weekly outfits and then putting them out on display for inspiration. Our racks are made to last and really easy to assemble (no tools necessary). No stylish woman will ever be…
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Artificial Christmas Tree Types
Artificial Christmas Trees – What You Should Know Photo Credit: Left – ALEKO: Deluxe – 7 Foot – Snow Dusted | ALEKO – 5 Foot – Hot Pink Christmas is just around the corner and with it is coming the need to entertain friends, family, and coworkers. You want to make sure that you impress your guests, but you want to minimize your clean up. What do you do? A good way of sprucing up your home this holiday season is with a fake Christmas tree that accentuates your style and decor instead of detracting from it. Problem is, you may not know about the differences in artificial trees, and…
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5 Steps To Perfect Your Summer to Fall Transition
Here comes prime outdoor time. Crisp temperatures, cool evenings, and the heat waves -hopefully- coming to an end. Although, your outdoor space may be living in bright blues and yellows with hanging lemons and an ocean wave patterned umbrella that was “the perfect staple in an outdoor oasis”. (I know, I’m guilty.) That may have worked for a month or two, but optimizing your outdoor space for any season or occasion will give you even more reason to be outdoors. Here’s how to keep your space in the ideal transition condition – and how to perfect it for the summer to fall transition. 1. With an Accent Begin with neutral color decor…
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Camping Recipes That’ll Leave You Wanting S’more!
Camping season is still upon us, and as previously stated, camping trips have become some of my favorite memories. Though, let’s set our priorities right and get down to the best part of camping: the food! We know no camping meal is complete without the usual grilled hot dogs and burgers – they’re inexpensive, come in packs and are easy to make. But sometimes we want to be adventurous – that’s the whole point of camping! From the most important meal of the day to the delectable delight of desserts, there are many different meals to shake up your camp-ready taste buds. Gather your basic ingredients, pack them in a…
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Massage Therapy: Body and Mind
Awaiting the appointment you booked one week ago, you finally open the doors to your local spa. Just imagine: The lobby invites you in with soft light and warm colors. The receptionist greets you with a smile. A hint of vanilla-lavender wafts through the air – already beginning to relax you as you check into your appointment, and sit in the waiting room. Pour yourself a refreshing glass of lemon water or tea as you wait. Perhaps you’re an athlete in need of a healing deep tissue. The game ended and you lead the team to victory; now it’s time to recover. Or maybe you’ve been stressed at work lately…
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The Benefits and Beauty of a Wrought Iron Door
Your door is the first thing people notice before they enter your home, and the last thing they see once they leave. Wrought iron doors not only make an impeccable impression with their beauty and stature, but they also increase the value and security of your house thanks to their timeless appeal and durability. Here are the benefits and beauty of choosing a wrought iron door for your home. Beauty and Prestige Wrought iron doors have a degree of beauty and prestige to them that regular wooden doors don’t have. A peek into the past, these long-established pieces of art keep to their architectural roots yet modern styles have…
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Red, White and BBQ
July 4th marks America’s Independence Day – and many Americans across the states are celebrating in a variety of different ways! Every year for this holiday, my family takes a quick drive to one of Seattle’s largest parks. Lincoln Park in West Seattle spans over 130 acres and features a beautiful paved walkway along the Puget Sound. Ever since I could remember, we’ve had a July 4th family reunion every year – a tradition that spans generations. I always look forward to seeing family members I don’t often see but when it comes down to it, I’m definitely excited for the barbecue! With my family, everyone is elected to bring…
