Myths About Sleep

 Turning up the radio, opening the window, or turning on the air conditioner are effective ways to stay awake when driving.
These "aids" are ineffective and can be dangerous to the person who is driving while feeling drowsy or sleepy. If you're feeling tired while driving, the best thing to do is to pull off the road in a safe rest area and take a nap for 15-45 minutes. Caffeinated beverages can help overcome drowsiness for a short period of time. However, it takes about 30 minutes before the effects are felt. The best prevention for drowsy driving is a good night’s sleep the night before your trip.

April, Earth Month at McLellan Brandsource

Check out the Whirlpool site for more green information

April, Earth Month at McLellan Brandsource

Bosch has more information on how to be green at home on their website.

April, Earth Month at McLellan Brandsource

For more information on Natura and all of the green products, check out their website.

April, Earth Month at McLellan Brandsource

For more information on the green practices of Trica, check out their website.

April, Earth Month at McLellan Brandsource

Our new Maytag Range has an induction cooktop. Induction heat is a very efficient way to cook, the heat is generated by the cookware, not the cooktop. This means there is very little heat loss, this also makes induction a greener choice, as you are using less energy to cook. Come in today and see first hand how induction cook-tops work. We have a working induction cook-top in store for demonstrations.

April, Earth Month at McLellan Brandsource

Dryer Tips from Bosch

• Dry towels and heavier cottons in a separate load from lighter-weight clothes, since lighter-weight clothing dries faster. When combined with heavier cottons, their drying time—and energy usage—increases.
• Dry full loads when possible to optimize energy efficiency, but be careful not to overfill the dryer. Air should be able to circulate freely around the drying clothes.
• Don’t add wet items to a load that is already partially dried.
• Extra Hot is not the best cycle for energy efficiency, and over-drying clothes can damage the fabric or set stains.
• Taking clothes out of the dryer while they are still slightly damp reduces the need for ironing — another big time and energy saver.
• Dry multiple loads back to back. Take advantage of the heat still in the dryer from the first load, and reduces the time and energy needed to warm up the machine to drying temperature.
• Clean the lint filter after each use. Keeping this free of obstruction helps improve air circulation and makes the dryer work more efficiently.
• Clean the dryer exhaust venting system on the outside of the building on a regular basis (we recommend every three to six months). It should be clear of cobwebs and lint. Also check the vent hose to make sure it is allowing air to flow without obstruction.
• Use solar energy as much as possible — on a sunny day, hang clothes outside to dry. An indoor drying rack will save energy too.