6/10/2025

KMART Anko Wet & Dry Hand Vacuum

I bought this after a friend's recommendation. I bought it  and, since then, has become a must in my home office, and I use it all the time.
 
Capacity if about 700 ml, so I use it in small spaces. Mostly around and underneath my desk and working area. I also use it to clean skirt-boards, tiny corners in my bathroom and bedroom. Basically, I use it for anything that I want to clean without having to take out my normal vacuum, which is always a hassle. The amount of water it takes is 120 mls, but I have never used over wet surfaces or to suck liquids. However, my friend uses it with her cat, who is sometimes incontinent, and she says it does the job. 
 
Emptying and cleaning this vacuum is easy, but you'll have to get used to the way the upper body rotates on the lower one. 
 
This vacuum takes a while to charge fully the first time. The instructions say six hours, but I would say it's less than that. It definitely takes less time if the power light is on red and charge it to be green. I have never used this vacuum for more than 10 minutes, so I cannot say how long the battery lasts straight on from fully charged. However, I think this was never designed to replace a normal vacuum or to vacuum the whole house.    
 
The main downsides of this mini vacuum are the noise level, which could definitely be improved, and the retractable tongue, which sometimes looses itself out. 
 
Listen, this might not be the best hand vacuum out there, but it is still great for the price and sucks tons of stuff, from tiny pieces of paper, hair, dust, food crumbs and chunky dirt.  

USEFUL DETAILS  
  • Power: Rechargeable battery.
  • Power source: 16 watts.
  • Accessories included: Wall mount (include screw pack: 2pcs screw, 2pcs wall), nozzle for dry suctioning, soft nozzle for wet suctioning.
  • Charging time: 6 hours
  • Working time: Up to 20 mins
  • Water capacity: 120 ml
  • Warranty:12 months
  • Instructions Leaflet.  
 

6/08/2025

SKÅDIS Hanging Hook (White)

These Skadis protruding hooks are terrific to hang anything you can imagine. They can be repositioned easily but stay securely inside the pegboard slots. They're light but strong. So many uses I've given to these to hang scissors, small torches, some art supplies, some painting tubes (those that have a hole at the base for example), keys, utensils and much more. Good quality but pricey. 

DESIGNER Eva Lilja Löwenhielm,

KMART Reusable Heavy-Duty Tablecover (274x137cms)

In the past I've bought similar plastic (polyethylene) tablecloths that lasted me only a few days before broke and torn, and they turned to to be a waste of plastic and money. However, I've had this one on my desk table for months, and is still in decent state despite several spills and using it daily to paint. It has a sturdy but light plastic matte top side and a soft flannel lining that acts a barrier. So it turns out that the 'reusable and heavy duty" adjectives are more than a promise. The cover is really large so it can adjusted to most tables out there without a problem. I especially like the black matte version. Amazing for just three bucks.   

Linkidea Silicone Seal Replacement (10pc)

This is the cheapest gasket that I could find to replace the old one that my Thermos large food jar lid had. I'm always weary from something sold by the tens as I tend to think that they might be bad quality. However, this is not the case. 
 
The gasket looks way smaller than my large  jar seal so, on sight, I thought I would have to return the packet. However, the gasket fits my jar lid perfectly. Perhaps because I have small hands, I found it difficult to position it inside as it requires of some strength to stretch the gasket to then let it fall inside. The gasket stays tightly in without getting out despite the fact that I wash the jar and lid every day. This gasket is designed to match the Thermos Stainless King Food Jar, which is slightly different from my old food jar model, yet it fits it greatly. Great price, but I wish this sort of spare part was sold by the unit or the pair because, unless you have a large family, this packet has more gaskets than I need and it's a waste of product. 

DJ & A Nature's Protein Teriyaki Green Peas Snack (75 g)

Another beautiful healthy snack by DJ&A. The Teriyaki flavour really  masks the pea-ness of the product. It tastes great but isn't as crunchy as other veggie snack varieties. It's also denser and more filling than other snacks, so I don't tend to eat a bag in a go. Good to carry around for moments of total hunger while commuting or travelling. The product is mostly made of peas (76%) and has a high content of protein. It has sugar an it's rich in carbohydrates, so consume in moderation if you're a diabetic.Perfectly sealed and fresh and perfumed when the product comes out of it. 

SKÅDIS Container (White)

This container is a great addition for any pegboard. I's great as a pen or crayon holder as it stays in place safely thanks to the well-designed back hooks. It holds tons of stuff and vertically, away from my table, and I can use it with markers, pens, pencils, crayons (these would stain the inside a bit) among other things. Great quality plastic.   

DESIGNER  Eva Lilja Löwenhielm
 

6/01/2025

KMART 3 Drawer Chest (Grey)

This chest of drawers is not only cheap, but also sturdy, spacious and good looking. It's also very easy to assemble. 

I have two of these in my home office and they perfectly fit with my office's Skandi style. The frame is made of metal, the top is bamboo and the collapsible drawers are fabric-like. 
 
I had hesitations to buy this item due to the fact that the drawers are soft and I thought they would not be spacious or strong enough. However, they are! I have tons of stuff in them. The maker advises a maximum of 3 Kilos per drawer but I have two of them holding more than that. However, I put the heavier on the bottom shelf as this acts as grounding for the the whole unit and prevents the chest toppling over. 
 
The top shelf can hold up to 20 Kilos, so I have a heavy-ish letter tray organiser on one of my units. Kmart doesn't recommend putting a TV on this chest, firstly because this unit was not made to place a TV, and secondly because the unit can be easily moved if not fully loaded.  

The maker recommends having this chest wall secured, but I cannot do that in the rental I live in. Yet, the chest is very stable and, despite using it all the time, having it full of stuff, opening and closing the drawers all the time, has never toppled. Yet, I can move it easily. If you have children, secure it to the wall  with the including fittings as, when empty, the whole unit weighs less than 5 kilos and can be easily moved or fall. 

Although I use this chest for office purposes, due to its good looks and large capacity, can be used in different rooms as I could easily fill it with linen, towels, shoes, toys, table linen, travelling light gear, and so on. 

My main disappointment with this unit is that the drawer handle inner side tends to deform and bend outward, making it look cheap (well, it shows it's cheap when this happens). There are no replacements for these collapsible drawers, so, if one breaks, you will have to buy a new unit, which is a bit ridiculous. 
 
I've had this chest for several years and it's still a star seller at Kmart. Despite the heavy use I give it, it is in great condition and still looking good.    

MEASUREMENTS: 72cm (H) x 45cm (W) x 30cm (D)
Storage drawer: 21cm (H) x 40cm (W) x 28cm (D