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SAVE WATER WITH STYLE: Doing laundry has just become easier with the new GE Front-Load Laundry Pair. Part of the GE Profile Harmony Clothes Care System, the new products feature the CleanSpeak system, which offers English and Spanish options on the LCD touch screens. The washer includes the HydroWash System, which infuses the detergent through clothes, while the HydroHeater increases temperature when tough stains are involved. The washer also saves up to 23 gallons of water per load by using as little as 10 gallons for a small load and 15 gallons for an average load.

The dryer features the Duo Dry System with dual thermostats and two sensor bars that make sure the right level of dryness is reached. Available in Granite Gray and White on White. The suggested retail price ranges from $899 to $949 for the washer, and $649 to $749 for the dryer. Available at www.ge.com and appliance stores nationwide.

- Simone Schramm

TINY BUBBLES: For a newly invigorating shower, the Hansgrohe has released the new Downpour Air Royale shower head. The shower head features 225 individual spray channels and uses a patented air-injection system. This expands water droplets with air bubbles, intensifying the warmth and massaging effects of the water. The most unique aspect of the shower head is its ultra-flat, all-metal design, which adds a decorative touch. The suggested retail price is $980. Available at local home design stores such as Deco Brass at 8919 Ventura Blvd. in Tarzana, [phone]. For more information visit www.hansgrohe-usa.com.

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ONE HOT FLOOR: Keep your feet toasty - and your wallet full - this winter season with radiant floors, an innovative flooring system that can help save between 20 percent and 40 percent on energy costs.

Radiant floor heating utilizes an under-floor polyethylene tubing system that circulates warm water. The heat rises upward and provides an even temperature without the need to turn up the thermostat. Radiant floors can be installed throughout the house, or in just one room, for example, the bathroom.

Radiant floors are offered by a number of manufacturers. Minnesota-based Uponor Winsor offers Quik Trak, easy-to-install 1/2-inch panels that can be placed over existing concrete slabs or plywood subfloors.

For information about pricing and installation options, visit www.wisbo.com or contact another certified radiant flooring manufacturer.

- Kate Zuparko

ALL BY MYSELF: Do-it-yourselfers can go solo with Ryobi's MultiTASKit electronic tool line that allows users to do common household tasks without a helping hand.

It comes with four attachments and has a tape measure slot for one-handed measuring. Included in the kit are the laser head attachment, which rotates up to 360 degrees and makes projects such as hanging pictures, and flooring easy. There's also a 360 degree rotating work light, which brightens poorly lit places, and the magnetic tray, which holds screws, nuts, bolts, screwdrivers and other small tools for easy grabbing. The helping hand attachment, a rotating arm that supports shelves, crown molding and other materials while you measure your work, is also included. The kit comes with a neoprene rough surface adapter pad, nylon carrying case, base strap attachment for 2-by-4s or wood beams, and four AA batteries. The suggested retail price is $49.97, and it's available exclusively at Home Depot. For more information call [phone] or visit www.ryobitools.com or www.homedepot.com.

- S.S

POWER GRAB BAG: Cleaning up icky spills used to mean using rags, mops or paper towels, and often ending up with messy hands. The Shark Grab 'n Bag Powered Scooper alleviates all that with the press of a button. The motorized scooper picks up unsavory stuff such as wet food, paint, oil and pet messes and deposits them in biodegradable bags. The scooper also safely picks up hazardous objects such as broken glass. The scooper can be used on tables, countertops, and floors and is the perfect companion on a dog walk. The lightweight scooper comes with a fold-down handle, adjustable strap and a household extender attachment for mega-messes. There's even a light for dark corners, underneath furniture and night-time use.

The suggested retail price is $29.99. Available at retailers nationwide such as Bed, Bath and Beyond, Kohl's, Linens 'N Things and PetSmart. For more information, visit www.sharkvac.com.

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