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To be completely honest, I only really started looking at home purifiers after the pandemic hit and we all started thinking about the air that we breathe. I actually purchased two smaller units a few years back, and was skeptical as to how effective they would be. I have about 600 sq ft of living space, so I put one in the bedroom and one in the living area. Overall, I wasn’t sure if they were actually working at all, even when I left them on overnight.

This new Dreo purifier is awesome is so many ways. First, the sleek black design means it can be placed anywhere in the home, and easily fits in among your furnishings without standing out as a purifier. Secondly, when on silent mode, there is literally no sound that can be heard from the other side of the room. Thirdly, within an hour any lingering scents seemed to disappear into thin air, pun intended. The most common odor in my household is the smells of cooking, and when I click on the purifier while cooking, there appears to be no lingering odors once the meal is done. I also burn toast quite a bit, so thanks again Dreo for clearing that up!

Since switching over to Dreo, I have the unit centrally positioned so that it works the whole unit, saving space from having two separate units. Each unit contains a medical-grade H13 True HEPA filter, and also a pre-filter to trap dust, lint, and other airborne particles. The filter is made to last several months, and even up to a year or longer, depending on the size of room and amount of usage. There’s even a colour coded lighting system to let you know when it’s time to change the filter. For those days when there might be lingering odours from dampness, cooking, or other contaminants, just fire it up to turbo for a faster cleaning process. For maximum effect, be sure to keep the windows closed when operating the purifier. Overall, this compact, smartly designed purifier is one of the better new purifier products on the market today, and for the price point (under $150) it’s great value as well.

Dreo purifiers are available on Amazon and direct from the website.

Dreo TurboPure motor technology is ten times better at drawing air from afar, making sure that the air in your entire room is thoroughly purified. Pioneering Air Duct, with supercharged 360-degree air intake system enables every room to be cleaned in a few minutes. Certified to help you save more on electric bills. Running for a week costs approximately 30 cents while running in auto-mode, consuming less energy than a light bulb.

Dreo‘s mission is to make sustainable living more accessible, and to deliver sustainable innovations that truly benefit people’s home lives. To help reduce energy costs and achieve more efficient human-machine communication, the company has been developing a brand new AIoT platform that allows users to access their appliances anytime, anywhere. These appliances embrace the internet and artificial intelligence to help everyone improve their living experience in a more energy-efficient way.

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Swytch Bike has just the solution with their easy to install conversion kit. The world’s smallest and lightest e-bike conversion kit allows you to convert your current pedal bicycle into an electric powered one, saving you the cost of having to buy a separate full bike.

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I was particularly interested in this conversion kit for a couple of reasons – ease of installation, savings from having to purchase a separate e-bike, and flexibility to change between my road and mountain bikes. In the end, I was satisfied on all levels. 

Assembly took a couple of hours, by the time I read all the instructions that were included, as well as pertinent details on the website, and watching a couple short videos. Once started, everything was fairly simple. Basically it’s swapping out your original rim for the one included with the kit, then putting the tube and tire back on. Hooking up the battery back with the handlebar connector and pedal sensor was easy, which also makes it easy to uninstall and use on another bike.

As for distance, I was able to get a full day of riding in with distances up to 60 or 70 kms when using it mostly for inclines. When cycling on flat surfaces, I put it on the lowest level to save power. Charging overnight is the best option, as you’re ready to go the next day should you wish, which makes it great for multi-day trips. The ease of removing the battery pack makes it great for those short stops to pick up items, or grab a bite somewhere. Unlike traditional e-bikes that have a more clunkier, and obvious, battery pack on the frame, this kit is small and looks like a handlebar carry pack. Sleek and simple, this Swytch Bike kit is all you need to add a bit of extra power to your ride without having to buy a new bike!

The universal kit is easy-to-fit, both rim and disc-brake compatible, and works on both road and mountain bikes, and there’s even a kit for foldies and trikes. All kits are built to order, allowing you to customize the hub motor to fit any size rim. All parts within the kit are user-upgradable with no specialist tools required.

There are two tiers of product specifications for the Power Pack; ECO and PRO, both offering 5 levels of power assist, and easily removeable for when locking your bike outdoors. The PRO contains higher-capacity cells than the ECO, increasing the total range by 30% from 35km to 50km based on a medium use power range, with no added weight (1.5kg for either the ECO or the PRO). The added weight of the wheel with motor weight is approximately another 1.5kg, which is the motor hub weight, and the weight of rims and spokes.

All-in-all, this is a very light conversion kit that won’t slow you down. If you pedal harder and put the power down or use it only on inclines, you can expect a 50% longer range. If you don’t pedal at all, expect a 50% less range, and if you don’t pedal and put the power up to maximum, expect 75% less range. So, basically use it as a pedal assist option for maximum enjoyment.

The internal system uses sophisticated, bespoke software to decide how much power to deliver while you cycle. The controller in the Power Pack measures your cadence, the motor speed, temperature, acceleration, battery voltage, throttle sensor and brake sensor to generate a sine-wave signal for a smooth, quiet ride. The current-based control algorithm ensures that the acceleration is smooth and responsive to changes in riding conditions. The display on the top shows the battery level and allows the user to change power level as necessary.

The Swytch Bike kit includes absolutely everything you need to convert your bike. It includes a complete motor wheel in any size, built to order. The battery is included inside the power pack, which also contains the controller and electronics. You also get the handlebar connector, the pedal sensor, battery charger, and an instructions manual. Just take off your old wheel and replace it with the new Swytch motor wheel. Then fit the pedal sensor by the pedals, and put the connector onto the handlebars. Then, simply click on the power pack and you’re good to go! Installation typically takes 10 minutes and then you can Swytch instantly between bike and eBike thanks to the patented quick-connect bracket mechanism and removable lightweight power pack. NOTE: I’d allow a couple hours for installation.

Any size wheel can be pre-ordered and custom made, however the most common 26″ and 28″ wheel sizes are typically in stock at any given time, as these cover 80% of bikes in the market. There is a 1-year warranty, and lifetime support on the conversion kits, giving you plenty of time, and peace of mind to enjoy your new purchase. Pre-ordering your kit in advance will often save you up to half the price. Watch for specials on the website. Also available from their Canadian distributor, Venture Outfitters, and on eBay.

Read the complete installation manual here and power pack instructions here.

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Lots of people these days are trying to do their part to protect the planet which includes trying to use less chemicals that can eventually seep into the environment. Enter  a line of little silicon shaped mushrooms called the SinkShroom, TubShroom, and ShowerShroom that are making a big splash in bathrooms and kitchens across the country.

Basically these little magic shrooms stay hidden inside your drains, and catch every single particle of hair and other debris which eventually would lead to clogs.  Once a month, you simply pull the shrooms out of the drain and wipe the collected debris off, and you’ll never have clogs again, or have to use a chemical cleaner.

The TubShroom, SinkShroom and ShowerShroom strainers work to capture all fallen hair or other debris–completely out of sight–and fit into most standard size drains in the home. The tools were designed to rise about half an inch above the drain in order to provide seamless water flow, while preventing hair and other objects from passing through. It is a chemical free-way to keep drains effortlessly clean and an eco-friendly alternative to harmful liquid drain cleaners.

Click here for more information about the products, or purchase via Amazon.

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Now, for the first time, Canadian consumers will have the ability to make a greener choice in the cleaning aisle, free from harmful chemicals and plastic waste. On a mission to redefine clean, Cleancult utilizes highly effective plant-based ingredients without all of the plastic waste that consumers typically go through when purchasing everyday home cleaning products. The company has gained traction both through direct-to-consumer and retail avenues in the United States, and is excited to magnify their retail presence in North America with the availability of its innovative cleaning system for Canadian consumers nationwide.

Cleancult has had a powerful, measureable impact in the United States that it hopes to replicate and expand on in Canada. For example, the brand has offset 1,200 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions to date, and can save an average household from tossing 44 lbs. of plastic into the environment each year.

The brand’s expanded availability into the Canadian market reflects the country’s ongoing dedication to reducing single-use plastics, with retailers continuing to make zero waste solutions a priority. As Cleancult continues to grow, it also remains committed to offsetting its carbon emissions through its partnership with Carbonfund.org, which makes product shipments sustainable and carbon-neutral.

The products are now available in over 150 Canadian retail doors, at Peavey and TSC Stores and London Drugs locations, as well as through online marketplaces including Well.ca and Amazon.ca.

Click here for more information, and here for more fun videos.

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