Astoria Divina AEP 2

Advantages: no chemicals
Disadvantages: didnt work well

...I found the H2O mop does not work well like they show on the commercials. I found it didn't glide easily across the floor and it didn't clean well like it says. It's stated to hold over the dirty/stained area for a couple minutes for hard to remove stains and after more than 10 minutes it was still not any cleaner. I also found the cloth cover did not come very clean after a wash. If it actually worked as well as it is supposed to the $100 cost would be well worth it. I personally don't reccomend this product for carpet areas although I did not try it on hardwood floors. It's supposed to work well on heavier stains and with my experience it did not even work well on a light stain.... Read review

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Advantages: Powerful motor, easy to handle
Disadvantages: Will only work for a few minutes before becoming clogged.

...I envy Nickbrown. I cannot believe he is talking about the same product. After a few minutes of use, my Dirt Devil DDMHH2 siezes up and takes 20 minutes before it can be re-started. The problem appears to be the very fine filter, as the dirt/dust accumulates at the end of the hose and needs to be cleared. Very little dirt/dust actually makes its way into the canister. In fact, I am in the process of returing my cleaner as it is completely unsatisfactory. I have spent far more time cleaning it out and waiting for it to re-start, than I have in actually cleaning my house. I have used the Dirt Devil Handy Zip model for many years and love it. Unfortunately, this has been discontinued - more's the pity. Perhaps I have been unlucky and purchased a faulty model? Very disappointed. RN... Read review

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Advantages: Great perfomance, variable heat, styles as well as straightens, funky looks
Disadvantages: Price might put some off, lack of high-street availability, cleaning the plates

...print Corioliss C2 Titanium straighteners from Sally's Beauty Supply. She said the straighteners were brilliant, variable temp, curls and waves too, antibacterial action, smooth design and function. I had never heard of Corioliss before (it seems they retail more for pros) but these sounded like a good buy, and I had a personal recommendation from someone who had great hair. They retail for approx £120, but if you have a trade card with Sally's (she did) you can get a hefty amount off plus an extended warranty. Shiny, shiny I got my new Corioliss C2's home (red leopard print) and immediately plugged them in. In the box there are the actual straighteners, a little book with howtos, info and 'green Corioliss' initiatives. The red leopard print is a funky and bright, but there are other finishes available. The actual... Read review

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