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Stop Struggling With Those Stains ... We Have the Solution!

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   January 19, 2012 07:35

Why struggle with stains? 

The first thing to know about stains is it is important to catch the stain BEFORE you dry it in the dryer.  It is definitely worth a quick look through your clothes before you pump them into the dryer.  Once it has been through the dryer the stain has set and it increases the challenges to remove it greatly.

We continuously get inquiries regarding problems removing stains from your laundry and carpet and we have excellent stain removers that will save you lots of stress and keep those favorite pieces of your wardrobe wearable in public or save that furniture or carpet from being replaced or putting up with the eye sore! 

One customer was having issue with a wine stain on her dress and that definitely requires the use of our STAINS FREE product.  Stains Free will remove most organic stains including coffee, sweat, urine, blood and yes even wine!  Simply prespray your stain and let the product work for 3 to 5 minutes before putting through your normal laundry cycle.  In most cases that is all you need.  Stubborn stains may need to be lightly scrubbed or even just let soak longer in Stains Free.

For those of you who have the accidental spill of olive oil on a nice dress shirt, or a spouse or child that gets grease and oil on their clothing - this task requires the use of STAINS OUTStains Out will take on the bigger challenges of oils, grease, butter, grime, lipstick, grass, and ground in dirt.  You will fall in love with this if your weekly laundry ritual is constantly hitting these types of stains!  Same procedure as with Stains Free.

Both products can be used on whites and color fabrics!

And these products are not exclusive for use in your laundry either!  Use Stains Free or Stains Out for stains on your carpet and furniture as well.  But with the wide range of dyes used in the wide variety of fibre products on the market - be sure to test the products on an obsure area first to ensure color hold.

And for your carpet or laundry, our GUM & TAR REMOVER is also an excellent stain remover product for any stains that are petroleum based - grease, oils, etc. 

And by the way, using our EnviroWash laundry soap as part of your regular laundry routine can help you as well.  There is stain fighting ingredients in this product to deal with most normal type staining issues.  Over time it has actually been successful in making old set stains dissappear.

For set stains or aggressive stains on whites only, we also have a product called White Knight.  You can use this in a presoak to help get to those nasty stains - even some set stains - but this product can only be used on WHITES ONLY.  You can also use this as part of your regular wash for whites simply by splitting your normal laundry soap amount in half and use half EnviroWash and half White Knight.

If you have any questions or concerns of the type of stain you are faced with call the store and they will be very happy to direct you into the right solution!

We have Specialty Soaps too!!

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   January 19, 2012 07:26

Your skin is your largest organ in your body - so don't you think it deserves some extra attention?

Our soap will get you clean. And it will do it in the most yummiest, creamiest, bubbliest, and most natural way possible. These soaps only use food grade ingredients like vegetable oils, fresh honeycomb, berries, and goats milk. And when we add goodies like Dead Sea mud or exotic clay, we use all natural, not synthetic copies of Mother Nature's gifts.  That's because we care what you put on your skin.  And our soaps contain NO Parabens, NO Sodium Laureth Sulfate, NO Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, NO Methylisothiazolineone, NO Artificial Dye or colorings, and NO triclosan or animal fats.  And it is made right here in Saskatoon!

We offer a wide variety of soaps to suit just about everyone!  29th Street is a gentle carrot and pumpkin soap with honey, Shea and Vitamin E for those of us who can see the other side of the hill. Bid adieu to the ravages of time.  Or how about our Saskatoon Berry.  Yes it does look like a cheesecake with Saskatoon berries on top but don't eat it!! And it feels as good as it looks.  There is the Seabuckthorn Berry & Citrus soap that is awesome if you have enczema, dermatitis, or rash.  You've got to try this soap - seriously! It's a low pH soap but you'll swear it's a little chunk of a miracle for you!!  There's Peppermint Foot Soap, Olive & Honey for pampering and moisturizing, Dead Sea Mud & Mineral Bar, Forty Winks, Joker, Lemon Aid, Mahalo, Choco Morocco, Bohemian Sunflower, Aussie Green Rescue and so many more!  You really just need to stop in at the store and take a look at the whole lineup!

And the manufacturer provides a complete listing of the soaps, their contents, and their uses in a handy reference guide right at your fingertips!

Isn't it time you pampered yourself and your skin a little? 

Oh and don't forget about your special 4 legged members of your family.... We even have a special Dog soap as well!

You've Heard the Saying ... Tried the Rest ... Now Try the Best?

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   January 19, 2012 07:20
If you haven't tried out our ENVIROWASH yet it's time you checked it out!  ENVIROWASH is our laundry soap, and you really need to try it to believe how well it works AND how economical it is!
 
Laundry soaps traditionally use fillers to give the product volume.  This filler product is a mixture of a variety of various things including shards of things such as cardboard, plastics and paper as well as other similar products.  Remember the recent TV commercial for a well known brand name laundry soap that shows you that this is how much soap is in their competitor's products and their's has so much more - but it is no where near the top?  Why aren't they telling you what's in the rest of the bottle?  Ha!  Some believe the box or bottle has to be big to give people the impression of value - so they add lots of fillers so you get the inflated size and the false impression that you are getting your money's worth.  Not everyone is fooled so easy. 


ENVIROWASH is our number one seller for a very good reason - it works well - and saves you money!  All you need is 15 to 30 ml per load!  That's it!  And work it does.  How confident are we in our product?  We believe in our product.  We stand behind our product. And we are so confident in our product that you can 
even try it out BEFORE you buy it! How's that for a commitment?  Just stop by the store and we'll give you a free sample just so you can try it out and make sure you like it before you buy!  How many other companies make an offer like that?  Probably none!  Not only will you find that the product is excellent, but you can check and compare our pricing, versus most major brands and you'll see that you will also be saving money on every load!
 
ENVIROWASH is HE compatible - so whether you use a regular washer or an HE machine - this works in both.
 
Skin problems?  Then this is a must for you to try out!  Our product is available in both scented and unscented formats, and it is Hypo-allergenic so this truly is an answer to your skin problems from laundry soap.  We have many many customers with a variety of different skin conditions that have found our soap the only product that does not cause them reactions to the soap!
 
So whether you are buying your laundry soap right now from the store down the street, or going to the specialty soaps that cost you an arm and a leg, or paying for mail order products that nail you for shipping and handling - you owe yourself to come in and get a free sample to see that the solution to your laundry challenges is available right here in the city and comes at a price you can truly appreciate!!!
 
After about 10 washes with our soap you will actually finally get all the fillers cleared of your washing machine from your previous soap.  Many people come in and tell us that they feel their clothes are softer!  Many tell us how fluffy their towels become.  That's common.  There are no fillers to clog up your clothing and bedding anymore so you actually start feeling the natural cloth once again!  You tell us what you think!
 
ENVIROWASH is manufactured right here in Saskatoon and is available in a variety of different sizes.  For your first purchase, we suggest that you buy a pail of ENVIROWASH, then in the future, just pick up a discounted refill bag and reuse your pail for years to come!  Remember our motto - refill - reuse - not landfill! 

Not so sure about our laundry powder?  We also have a liquid detergent available as well - in both scented and unscented.  We also carry a liquid fabric softener also available in scented and unscented varieties - and two extremely effective stain removers!
 
Stop in and check out all of our laundry supplies ... you'll be glad you did!

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Watch Out for the Hidden Ice!

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   January 12, 2012 22:11
Well we can't complain too much about the winter we have had so far - that's for sure!! But make sure that you don't get caught off guard with hidden patches of ice hiding under that fresh snow we just got! With the ups and downs of our recent temperatures it is a bigger problem this year than normal! Turn to our Magic Melt! It's our Ice Melter product that works just like the name says! Just sprinkle a light dusting over your sidewalks after you shovel - or directly to those icy patches when they appear after some melting. Magic Melt is an absolutely fabulous ice melter unlike most you'll ever see on the store shelf! This product can be spread with a shaker bottle or a fertilizer spreader to ensure the product covers evenly. You use a third of what you would normally use for other products you buy retail. Anything more is a waste! Ideally you want to sprinkle your walks about a half hour prior to when you want them clear but it often doesn't need that much time! Heavier ice patches may require a little extra product. Shovel your walk or driveway as normal. Then sprinkle Magic Melt on any areas with a snow buildup or icey areas. Keep it light - you don't need much! One kernel of Magic Melt will melt up to 300 times it's size in snow or ice! What happens is when it connects with ice or snow it creates a reaction that produces a heat! This heat is very fast and hot. It melts away even the most stubborn ice situations. Heavier ice build ups may require an additional application. But what you will really like is that the water created by the melt will not last long and it's gone - it does not refreeze and leave you another future ice patch to slip and fall on. And it leaves an invisible film on your driveway or walk that makes shoveling even easier after the next snowfall! It also helps prevent blowing snow from sticking as well. Come into the store and check out our Magic Melt. Friendly for your pet's little paws too! Our staff can show you how it works properly and answer any questions you may have!

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   December 28, 2011 20:38

 

 

May all the joys of the season be with you and your family through this holiday season.

Open Regular Business Hours 10 am to 6 pm through Friday, December 30th.

Closing early on Saturday, December 31st - Open 10 am to 4 pm.

Closed on January 1st and 2nd.

We will be open again Tuesday January 3rd with regular business hours!

We apologize for any inconvenience these changes to our hours may cause our valued customers!

 

Again - all the best in the new year!!

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To You And Yours ... From Us And Ours!!

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   December 21, 2011 22:29

May all the joys of the season be with you and your family through this holiday season.

Our store will be CLOSED on Dec 24th, 25th and 26st.

Open Regular Business Hours 10 am to 6 pm Tuesday, December 27th through Friday, December 30th.

Closing early on Saturday, December 31st - Open 10 am to 4 pm.

Closed on January 1.

We will be open again Monday January 2nd with regular business hours!

 

We apologize for any inconvenience these changes to our hours may cause our valued customers!

 

Again - have a very Merry Christmas and all the best in the new year!!

 

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There's still Time!!

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   December 20, 2011 20:37

For all you last minute Christmas shoppers out there - there's still time to get some very unique Christmas gifts at the Envirowise store!

 

 

From the Warm Buddies line up we have these awesome Paw Mitts!  They are very nice and we still have a good selection available in stock right now!

 

Check out these awesome Bear Slippers and so much more!!  And they aren't just for kids!  We have a children's slipper and adult slipper as well for those with a young heart!!

 

 

And for those lonely nights - or when you just want that little extra something to cuddle with - check our warming Bear Buddies.  The insert warms up and goes back inside the bear giving you the extra warmth with that cuddle - sized for kids or for adults!!

Check out the whole Warm Buddies line up in stock at the store right now.  We have a good selection of some of our most popular sellers still in stock. Come in and check them out today.

And there are specialty items too.  There are warming mitts and booties that are very nice but are also great for people with poor circulation in their hands and feet.  The scarfs are moving fast!  There is still plenty to choose from but you had better hurry!!

And don't miss out on those other extras as well!  We have scented candles and breakaway cubes.  Melt your favorite scents - including our seasonal Evergreen and the Blue Spruce - the perfect way to make everyone think that artificial tree is real!

Check out our little extras - you may be surprised at the great gift ideas we have in the store.

That's why are name is Envirowise Soap & More!  Not just soap products ... we give you a little more!!

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Company Coming?

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   December 14, 2011 21:46

If you have company coming during the Christmas season we have an awesome product for those stale bedrooms and damp basement rooms!  Refresh is a biological air freshner that works like magic on all kinds of odour issues.  Whether it is just a stale room that you need to freshen up, bedding or furniture, even carpets with mildew odours - Refresh can truly give you the results you are looking for.

Refresh is not a scent masker.  It is a true biological product.  Just go to the furthest point in the room or hallway and work your way backwards.  Lightly spray any surface that can potentially hold odours and bacteria.  You want to make it damp but not wet!  It has no added scent to it but the natural scent of the product is a light refreshing aroma that does fade away in 15 minutes or so.  Depending on the intensity of the odours depends of the strength you need.  For stronger odours use full strength.  If using for light odours or just to freshen up a room Refresh can be diluted down and used as a air spray as well.  Extremely strong odours may require a second application but talk to our staff at the store for more specific applications for your issue.

Refresh is also an excellent product to improve your car odours - especially when you travel with pets and have pet urine issues - or a smoker in your vehicle!!  Smoke has the ability to get into lots of surfaces so if you are looking for complete elimation of smoke odours you have to spray the entire car surfaces especially the headliner, seats, under the seats, all carpet areas - and don't forget the sun visors.  Three full applications and you can't even tell someone smoked in the car!!

This is not a generic aerosol scent masking product like you find in most retail stores.  Refresh is truly a very refreshing experience!!


And don't forget it also has a place in your bathroom when someone leaves their presence well known!  Ha!  A couple of quick sprays and leave the room - in a few minutes the room can be used again without any problem!!

Whether it's for company coming for Christmas or whatever your need throughout the year, check out Refresh for all your odour control issues!!

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Awesome Christmas Gift Ideas for that Someone Special!!!

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   November 29, 2011 21:51

Not sure what to get that special someone?

Stop in at the store and check some of our unique Christmas gift ideas for your special someone - whether it's your partner or your child.

Check out the Warm Buddy product line with gifts that are sure to impress.  The Bear Mitts are a fabulous idea and available in child or adult sizes.  And WARM too!  Sure to delight anyone on your gift list!  There are slippers too and scarfs! 

And who can resist the Warm Buddy Bears and Lambs that have the special insert that you warm up in the microwave - then reinsert in your Warm Buddy.  Whether you a child or an adult with a child's heart - they are so warm and cuddly you may just want to get one for yourself too!!

For those with normally cold feet or hands - check out the Warming Mitts or Warming Booties.  A very warming gift idea!!

Check out the Warm Buddies section under Assorted Products right here on our website - or better yet stop in at the store and make sure you get that special item before they are sold out for this Christmas season!

And there are lots more for gift ideas including our candles, our specialty soaps and so much more ... or maybe we can put together a special gift basket with an assortment of items.  Gift Baskets are custom made for you with a little help from yourself.  Just talk to Carol and the store and she is bound to put together a basket designed to make your special someone very happy!

 

Stop in at the store today and check out what treasures you can find today!!!

 

 

 

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Magic Melt is truly a Magical Product!!

posted by EnviroWise Expert    |   November 14, 2011 18:49

If you haven't tried it out yet ... then what are you waiting for?

Magic Melt is an absolutely fabulous ice melter unlike most you'll ever see on the store shelf!  This product can be spread with a shaker bottle or a fertilizer spreader to ensure the product covers evenly.  You use a third of what you would normally use for other products you buy retail.  Anything more is a waste!

Shovel your walk or driveway as normal. Then sprinkle Magic Melt on any areas with a snow buildup or icey areas.  Keep it light - you don't need much!  One kernel of Magic Melt will melt up to 300 times it's size in snow or ice!  What happens is when it connects with ice or snow it creates a reaction that produces a heat!  This heat is very fast and hot.  It melts away even the most stubborn ice situations.  Heavier ice build ups may require an additional application.  But what you will really like is that the water created by the melt will not last long and it's gone - it does not refreeze and leave you another future ice patch to slip and fall on.  And it leaves an invisible film on your driveway or walk that makes shovelling even easier after the next snowfall!  It also helps prevent blowing snow from sticking as well.

And one of the best things is that when applied correctly it all disappears with the snow and ice!  Nothing left to track into your home or business!!

And it works to -40 degrees - just what we need for Saskatchewan winters!!  Most other products only work to -20 or -30!

Magic Melt can be applied to all concrete surfaces without worry of damaging your concrete when used properly.  Most rock salt and ice melt products can leave your concrete pitted and ugly. After a couple of years crumbling and an ice sore resulting in costly repairs or replacement.  They also risk major damage to nearby vegetation or will kill nearby grass and shrubs.  Magic Melt contains some extra help to promote regrowth of nearby vegetation so even if you over apply there is very little risk to vegetation.

And it is very pet friendly!!  Unlike rock salts that can burn or damage paws ...

Give it a try for yourself and tell us if you don't agree that Magic Melt is the best ice melt product you have ever tried!

 

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