8/18/2025

Kmart Foldable Two-Step Ladder

This is a must in any household. I have one foldable step ladder, but it's sometimes difficult for me to reach the  top level of my wardrobes and kitchen cupboards, or to access lamp bulbs, so this is ladder is perfect to do so without having to tiptoe and feeling that the step is wobbly or dangerous. The ladder folds and unfolds easily and it stays secure on the ground. It only holds 100 Kgs, which is the same weight that my small foldable step holds despite being 1/3 of the size. Yet, it's way more stable and I can reach higher as it has two steps.
 
This ladder is quite heavy (5 Kgs) and also tall and bulky. The curved handle is covered in a soft cushioned foam to make transportation more comfortable. 
 
Great value for money.  
 
USEFUL INFORMATION
Measurements: 84cm (H) x 46cm (W) x 48cm (D).
Materials: Iron, plastic, steel, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) and thermoplastic rubber (TPR)
Maximum weight capacity: 100kg 
Product weight: 5kg 

8/17/2025

Kmart 3pc Stainless-Steel Strainer Set

This three-piece set of strainers is just great to have at home and I use it all the time. The strainers/colanders are made of stainless steel and wash easily. I use the different sizes for different purposes, from draining rice, pasta an boiled veggies, to getting rid of coffee/tea grounds, draining tinned beans or tinned fruit, just to mention some of my most common. They are stackable, which saves space in the kitchen drawers. Great value for money, as well.
 
USEFUL INFORMATION
Materials: Stainless steel
Measurements: 
 Small: 24.5cm (L) x 4.3cm (H) x 10.8cm (Dia.)
 Medium: 34cm (L) x 6cm (H) x 15 (Dia.)
 Large: 41.5cm (L) x 5cm (H) x 19.8cm (Dia.)

Kmart 15-litre DrySack

I was excited to see that Kmart sells this dry sacks, which are perfect for outdoor activities, camping and to keep an emergency kit at home. This bag is made of good quality sturdy waterproof plastic and has sealed waterproof seams. The top seams roll down and then the attached buckle keeps all  tied together creating a carry-on handle. 
 
The Velcro part is just one side of the Velcro, so to speak. It doesn't stick together. I think this is how it's supposed to be, as you have to roll down the two seams. However, this doesn't completely seal the top part of the bag. Said differently, it doesn't prevents water from entering the bag if, for example, the bag falls on a river, lake or the ocean. This is just a guess, as this hasn't happened to me. On the other hand, the material allows the bag to float, or so does the makers say. 
 
The product page says that it comes with a carry strap seam, but the band is not provided. The product page photos don't show the strap either. The strap is only provided with the 20-litre pack and is missing on other sizes, like this one. That's Ok, you can reuse any band you have from old bags or backpacks, but the information is not truthful.  
 
Excellent value for money.  
 
USEFUL INFORMATION
Capacity: 15 litre.
Material: 190T polyester taffeta. 
Measurements: 50cm (H) x 23.5cm (diam) 
Product weight: 0.13kg 

Bosch T-handle Bit Screwdriver (10cm long)

I feel like a contestant on The Block with this T-handle screwdriver. 
 
I needed a screwdriver able to help me assemble and screw several pieces of Ikea furniture legs, which are too close  to the driving holes as the space is too narrow to use a normal screwdriver, even if tiny, or if it allows it, then the average shaft is too short for me to rotate my hands comfortably. This driver made the assemblage easy peasy. Besides, it's a great tool to have and use when working on tricky tiny spaces due to the T-shape handle, the long shaft and the possibility of using different tooth gears.
 
This driver is really good quality, sturdy and durable. The price is also fantastic. However, this driver comes without any set of tooth gears, so you'll have to buy them separately if you don't have any. I happened to have a full set from another brand and, gladly, they clip in perfectly due to the powerful magnet inside the shaft. 
 
I didn't know I needed something like this till I used it!  

8/16/2025

Kmart Soft Toggle Bath Mat

I've had several of these in different colours at home for several years and in constant use. They are wonderfully soft and cushiony, which is especially enjoyable when standing barefoot on with your socks only on them. 
 
They easily wash in the washing machine, don't lose their shape or cushioning, and they don't shade. Also, they dry off quickly . 
 
The main downsides are, first, that the edges get stripped or ragged, and, secondly, that the material attracts hair balls on the floor or the washing machine. Not bad per se, but you have to remove those manually.  
 
USEFUL INFORMATION 
Size: 90cm (L) x 60cm (W)
Materials: Polyester (front) and styrene ethylene butylene styrene (SEBS) (back).
Care: Machine wash with like colours. 
MIND: Don't use on vinyl/lino flooring as it can stain them.  

8/15/2025

Beauty of Joseon Ground Rice & Honey Glow Mask (150ml)

This is the first product I try for this Korean brand and I'm pleasantly surprised. The product feels like food for the skin. It feels as if I had myself made a mixture of rice and honey and applied it to my face. 
 
This face mask is creamy, scrubby and very gentle. I apply a coat on your skin, leave it 25-30 minutes on and then remove it with tepid or slightly warm water, and it leaves my skin glowing. It has a bit of Kaolin in it, enough to clean my skin deeply, but without the disadvantages of using a full-kaolin mask, which makes my skin really dry. However, the small amount of kaolin in this mask is perfect for combination and oil-prone skin.

I love the jar and packaging design as well. A bit pricey but still affordable for the quality. 
 
For the rest, I like to support brands that don't belong to multinationals supporting inhuman practices in the world, so that's always a bonus point for me especially in the days we live in. This is also a cruelty-free brand. 

Kmart 2 Drawer Mesh Organiser

These two-drawer organisers are a hit with me and my place. They've allowed me to tidy up my kitchen under-sink cupboards, my bathroom vanity, my laundry and my pantry. They're a bit pricey, but they're stackable, are very roomy and I can put tons of things inside. They stand quite a lot of weight and are easily movable and modular.  In all honesty they save so much space and all my spaces look tidy and organised. 
 
The main downside is the rolling in-rolling out system, as the rails on which the baskets roll over are not shaped properly, so the baskets tend  to derail and get stuck and I have to manually lift them and then put them back on track. 
 
They're a bit pricey for the quality, but they work for so many spaces and are durable.  
 
USEFUL INFO
Measurements: 30.5cm (H) x 17cm (W) x 38cm (D)
Maximum weight: Top layer: 5kg,  Basket: 3kg
Materials: Iron with Epoxy powder coating, wire and wood
Weight: 1.37kg