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What Suits You Best – Canister Or Upright Vacuum
Monday, September 7th, 2009If you live in a house with stairs, a canister vacuum would be more convenient as the assortment of tools that are available make reaching those difficult areas, such as corners, stairways and closets, a lot easier. You can maneuver with canister vacuum cleaners quite easily, since they are lightweight, and clean all types of floors that are in your home. If you need to carry it on stairs there is a special floor tool that inserts into the integrated wand holder so the vacuum can be picked up.
It is a great advantage over the upright vacuum cleaners that are more heavier and are more difficult to lift and maneuver with. Canister vacuums are much easier to store because they are compact.
One of the most popular vacuum cleaners brands is Kirby. The trademark of all their canister vacuums is its motor, developed and produced in their factories. The motors that have up 1200 Watts are improving the performance of these vacuum cleaners. When you take that into consideration, you can see how these vacuums are quiet. The reason for this is a good motor design which is combined with suspension and good motor seal so you can do your vacuuming and be able to hear the doorbell in the same time. Kirby G5 vacuum and Kirby G6 vacuum is what you should take a look at.
From the large range of vacuums to choose from it can be difficult to know which model will suit you and your needs. It’s depending on the surface types you are going to clean with the appliance, as well as the size of the area being cleaned. When selecting a vacuum for home, the main decision will be to select between a canister and an upright model. It would be best to make a general overview concerning the strengths and weaknesses of these appliances. Most canister vacuum cleaners are small and therefore efficient for use in homes, whether you have carpets or hard surfaces to clean. A suction control is built in in these vacuums so you can use them on wooden floors, tiles, rugs and carpets. On the other side, upright vacuums are used for more serious cleaning, are heavier and can clean a whole lot more.
Vacuums can last you for years with care and regular servicing. There is an overwhelming number of different brands and models available on the market, so it is not easy to find the right one for youself. One of choices you could make are Kirby G5 vacuum cleaner and Kirby G6. You will have much easier vacuuming if you do some research and choose a vacuum cleaner you know something about.
A Look On A Breville Juicers
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009More and more people are beginning to see their health as an important issue. You can easily increase your minerals intake by using a juicer as a help. You’ll be able to find some good juicers for your home. One of the most respectable is the Brevile juicer.
If you compare Jack Lalanne’s Power Juicer, Juiceman juicer and a Breville Juice Fountain, you will see that the last one has features others do not. I think you will be happy to hear that this juicer costs about $30 less then some models from competition, like Juiceman juicers or famous Jack Lalanne’s Power Juicer we hear so much about.
There is a big 3 horsepower motor installed in a Breville juicer. This motor is 600 watts and has a maximum speed of 14,500 rpm’s. The fact that Breville won’t get stuck on some kind of fruit or vegetable is very useful, and this is because it has a powerful motor that is very important with juice extractors. Compared to other juicers, the Breville motor is not so noisy, but it is powerful and cuts down content easily.
The Breville juicer is very simple to operate. You need to turn the machine on, pick up the vegerables or fruit you want to make juice with, put them into a feeding tube and use the plunger to push them. You have fresh cup of juice to drink, or you can store it in the refrigerator. When you purchase any Breville juicer, it will come with some interesting recipes for you to try.
One the work is over, you can clean up your juicer with ease. The design of this appliance is so simple that you will only have to use common sense to take it apart and clean it. You will get a special brush that comes with every Breville juice extractor and you will use it to clean up the pulp. It is highly recommended that you reassemble the juicer after you rinse it.
What To Look For In Freezers
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009Our freezers are the silent workers in our homes. It operates year in and year out, requiring nothing other than a constant supply of electricity. In time it may need to be replaced though.
The following are a few considerations that will allow you to make an informed decision about its purchase..
We will talk about the freezer size first. And it of course depends on what you need. Generally though, most people buy too large a freezer. And the judgment is made on what they think will be, not what really is. And the story goes something like this: We will need a large freezers because of some special sale that will be at the grocery store. The reality though is that most freezers end up being operated only half full.
All food has to be consumed in less then six weeks. You food is bound to be dehydrated if you store it longer that that, and no wrapping will help it. Nutritional value and the food taste will be worst as the moisture is leaving the food. Anything that is stored more then a month and a half is considered wasted .
For example, try to remember how many food or ice cream you wasted because crystals appeared. And the ice that is appearing inside the package is a sign of dehydration.
You electricity bill will be increased, although appliances like GE freezer are an efficient electric applliances.
You will spend more electricity with a upright freezer. This is because every time it is opened the cold air spills out onto the floor. It will have to be on more often in the future. Since the upright freezers are frost free, and most of them are, they consume more power then the older models. Because we don’t have to defrost it, we have to pay for that advantage.
Chest freezers are more efficient consumers of electricity because the cold air lies inside even though the lid is lifted to access the contents. Alas, chest freezers are manual and will need to be shut down and defrosted once a year.
Since most freezers are relegated to the basement they are not an appliance that needs to look pretty. And many consumers do not think that they should have more features at all.
Most are simply regarded as large storage boxes where frozen foods are kept for later usage.
But there are more brands that offer a lot of options when it comes to chest freezers. There are a lot of features you can find in freezers made today; quick freeze, push button control, frost free and digital temperature display.
Do Something For Your Freezer
Saturday, August 29th, 2009To achieve good level of safety and efficiency, the freezers require maintenance and care from you. Make sure to read all manufacturers instructions to ensure proper installation and use. To keep your upright or any kind of small cheap freezer running properly, there are some important issues you need to take care of
Choose a cool and dry room for your new appliance, and it’s best if the room has more then 40 degrees Fahrenheit. This will allow the freezer mechanism to run at its best. Always locate the freezer away from heat sources. For example, do not place your freezer near a heating vent. Avoid putting this appliance on places that get sunlight at any time of the day
When you put your freezer at the place you want it, be sure that it is leveled. Your doors will close and open properly at all time if you do this. You can do one more neat trick by tilting the upright freezer away from the front which will help the doors to close easy.
To avoid losing cold air, make sure you clean the door seals. A tight seal is important to maintain cold temperatures inside your freezer. Position the chest freezer with adequate air circulation on all sides. The freezer must disperse heat from the inside and heat generated by the unit itself. In case the circulation has limits of some sort, your appliance will have to work much harder to achieve this.
Keep your best freezer well stocked for greater efficiency. Filling your appliance at least 3/4 full is more efficient than an almost empty freezer. Defrost the freezer according to manufacturer directions, but not less than once a year. If the frost build up more then half an inch, then it’s time to do some defrosting.
You should always close the door, there is no need that they are opened longer then 10 seconds. If you want to know what exactly you have in your freezer without checking it manually, you can keep the list of items at the doors. When you take or put food inside, you can update the list with a pen that is just near the freezer.
If you follow tips given here, you will have a freezer that will serve you for a long time, without problems. There won’t be any problems with your freezer if you stick to these grounds rules.
The Advantages Of Mini Refrigerators
Sunday, August 23rd, 2009For anyone who travels often, a mini refrigerator is a great options because it will keep drinks and food at the perfect temperature. These small appliances are functioning as a food heater and as a cooler at the same time. You can plug refrigerator in your car’s cigarette lighter socket and this way you will get a ten pound block of ice to cool your drink or food. The foam insulation can keep food both cool and warm, depending on its needs. If there is a power supply on the location you are, it’s possible to use these refrigerators in the office, RV, home or garage.
You have to know that mini refrigerator is functioning a bit different then the regular refrigerator we have at home. It uses some mechanics and technology that are rarely used in regular size fridges. The cooling system is compact and needs to fit into a small space. In order to dissipate the heat within the container, a DC current runs through the heat sink. A powered fan moves air through the space to prevent dissipation. Full sizes refrigerators are using gas that circulates through the interior of a fridge, absorbs the heat and releases it out of the appliance.
A Summit compact refrigerator is considered as space saver and is perfect when you need a refrigerator, but don’t have the room for a full-size model. These appliances are perfect for a car, small apartment or an office. These are a fine solution for anyone who wants counter-height fridge and freezer features.
Today’s compact refrigerators are much more sophisticated than they once were. A lot of manufacturers offer stylish exteriors and interior storage options such as adjustable door storage, full-width freezer compartments, and large crisper drawers with see-through covers for better visibility. It’s easy to see that compact refrigerator are moved with ease, besides being cheap and easy to maintain.
Fortunately, today’s refrigerators are better energy performers than older models. Energy efficiency is improved due to better door seals, better insulation of the fridge and improved performance of the compressors. It is one key feature to look for while purchasing a compact refrigerator.
Dyson Animal Cleaners
Monday, August 17th, 2009You can find Dyson cleaners in two different styles. First one is standard and other one is animal version that is specially made for all of us who own pets. The Dyson familymodels that belong to the animal option are the Dyson DC15 upright cleaner, the Dyson DC07 original vacuum, the Dyson DC14 cleaner that has telescopic wand and the Dyson DC24 absolute upright vacuum cleaner.
The original Dyson DC 07 vacuum cleaner has a reversible wand and can be used on all surface types. You won’t have any problems with cleaning high reach places and stairs with a Dyson DC14 because it is equipped with the right tools. The astounding 17 feet reach is made possible by great telescopic wand! And this type of vacuum can be used for all types of floors. The Dyson DC 24 overall performs better than all other cleaners. Level 3 cyclone technology is supporting this model, as well as the ability to clean all types of floors in your home. This model comes with the innovative quick draw telescopic reach wand also. American Asthma Foundation recommends this vacuum because it is built in such way to battle the allergies and help allergy sufferers.
The Dyson DC 15 utilizes Dyson’s patented “ball” technology. In order for user to reach those tough areas, he only needs to turn his wrist and the unit will make a turn. This unit is actually made specifically for homes with animals. It also has another cool feature, a telescopic wand that can reach absolutely anywhere.
There are two different types of vacuum cleaning appliances that Dyson offers. First one is a standard cleaner while the other one is a vacuum that is equipped with a well known ball technology. The standard Dyson upright vacuum cleaner uses Root Cyclone technology to separate dirt from the air by a centrifugal force. I believe that there are no many vacuum cleaners that are able to keep the power of suction as Dyson does.
Not only does a Root cyclone technology cleans our floors and entire home with special care, it also cleans the air we breathe! Believe it or not, the air that comes out of Dyson cleaners is healthier then the air we usually breathe!
Little Green Machine Cleaner
Friday, August 14th, 2009Using a vacuum cleaner while you are cleaning your floors and carpets can be troublesome sometimes. Dragging it from room to room, trying to get to all those tight spots and fighting with stubborn stains can drive you crazy in an instance and ruin your day. Alas, you are aware that you have to do the dirty work, no question about that, so you have to continue with cleaning. And because you took some time to read this post, you will find out about a little cleaning machine that could assist you in your work.
Green Machine is the type of appliance you call when you can’t get rid of the most stubborn stains on your carpets and upholsteries. This fine appliance has a small size but powerful cleaning technique that will help you get rid of all the nasty stains and dirt from the carpets in your home. All types of surfaces can be cleaned with Little Green Machine, upholsteries, rugs and carpets. Of course, you can use this appliance to clean car interior. Why bother with big Bissell carpet cleaner? You need more time and so little place to maneuver with it while you can damage the paint on the car fighting with it.
This machine is not only superior when it comes to size, it has a special way of dealing with dirt and stubborn stains too. It won’t only spray the chemicals on the carpet and rub them into a mess. I guess you already know that is what really happens with many vacuum cleaners on the market. Bissell carpet cleaner uses chemicals that will destroy the stain completely but then doesn’t let it go deep inside the carpet like some other cleaning machines.
The stains and dirt that are left behind with the chemicals can now be sucked in container with the vacuum cord. It is not possible for the stain to get deep because you will remove it at once with powerful suction action. The container inside the machine will store all the dirt that you clean up and will be trapped inside until you finish cleaning. You can clean all the stains in your home and you won’t need more then one step to complete the entire work.
Eureka Boss Vacuum Cleaner Review
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009Eureka has created a brand new cleaning system designed to take care of every floor in the home. You will be able to clean deep pile carpets, bare floors and everything else you have with the Eureka Boss vacuum cleaner. And you get all these conveniences for $200!
When you turn of the power bar, Boss is switching to another cleaning mode that will clean plush carpets, even though you used him to clean bare floors just a minute ago. Designed to clean and protect bare floors, whether they are tile, linoleum, or even sealed hard-wood, the Boss SmartVac gets your bare floors clean and dust-free with ease. Even better, the Boss SmartVac 4D’s cleaning path is 25% wider than other brands. You will finish your cleaning faster because you will pick up more dirt every time you make a pass!
You will also have a RugSaver option on your disposal which will help you to clean your carpets better then ever, by controling the speed of the rotating brushes. You get a Power Paw attachment with the Boss vacuum to clean your stairs in a minute. Featuring an extra-long stretch hose, able to stretch to five times its original length to follow you throughout the house, and a power-driven rotating brush, vacuuming the stairs has never been easier.
Since this Eureka vacuum has a well known HEPA filters, you will have the chance to see hot it captures 99.97% of airborne dirt particles. Boss SmartVac is a great solution of you are looking for a vacuum that will make your home allergen-free zone. The fact that Boss SmartVac is a bagless vacuum means you won’t have to buy and replace a vacuum bag ever again, which will save you money and time. After you get rid of the dirt from the dust bin, you can get back to your regular schedule.
There is one fault that people notice with Boss vacuum cleaner, and that is his inability to get into tight ares to clean them. On the other side, most of them are aware that few upright vacuums can, and this is why something like Eureka Maxima vacuum is great to cover those areas. Combine these two appliances and you are going to have a tidy home to come back to every day.
Use Kirby Bags For Cleaner Floors
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009Products pertaining to vacuum cleaners use and for their maintenance became an important thing since the beginning of the 20th century and big popularity of vacuum cleaners. And then the ordinary carpet cleaner people used in their homes started to grow into an appliance that had beater bars, hoses, filters, vacuum bags and canisters. The attachments themselves are in-demand commodities that undergo product development and design phase as well. Kirby vacuum cleaner bags are also constantly being improved using the latest filtration technology.
At the same time Bissell and Hoover arrived at the market, was the time that Kirby vacuum cleaners started their battle with the competition. Kirby vacuum cleaners were designed by Jim Kirby for the Scott Fetzer Company in the early 1920s. Do not think that Kirby was a popularized brand, it became one only after the World War. Kirby Classic that was made in 70s is a design that made Kirby popular and well known brand on the market. And you probably know that this design is known for its lool reminiscent of the model that was made at the start of last century. Kirby has maintained its competitive edge by providing consumers with a personal relationship and with quality vacuum cleaners that have power, versatility, and durability which comes with a price that is often higher than most of its competitors.
Early Kirby vacuum cleaner bags looked a lot more like golf bags that were cumbersome and hard to dispose of. One of the innovations that was related to vacuum cleaners were the bags that were easily removed from a vacuum cleaners, and they could be bought in any size and shape. One of the best brands in the vacuum cleaner industry is Kirby. Good guys at Kirby are still inventing and producing a quality parts for their vacuum cleaners, parts that will endure a lot of pounding.
Vacuum bags should always match the machine’s model. If you buy another type, that is used by a different brand, you may affect the filtration effectivenes of the cleaner. Do not forget to check what Kirby vacuums have to offer, in case you decide to buy a new model for your home. Kirby has two strong points that make him a good opportunity, durability and reliability.
What To Look For In A Refrigerator
Monday, August 10th, 2009Fridges are useful appliances that are preserving our food and drinks for longer period of time. The refrigerators are quite useful to preserve our food since we are no longer free to get fresh food in our home, the busy schedule we have doesn’t provide us with the opportunity to do so. Even food that can be cooked is preserved and this way the usability of the food is increased leading to less wastage of food.
Besides in househlods, refrigerators became a necessity even in offices and business houses for the unique value they provide. Following are presented some of the vital features, which are included in the models of refrigerators:
a)You can find swapped knobs that are used for touch pads.
b)Temperature is displayed digitally.
c)You can easily adjust the door bins and attach them when required.
d)The split shelves of the refrigerator can be adjusted according to different heights whereas elevator shelves can be cranked down and up even without removing the contents kept inside.
e)The new feature are shelf snuggers which are basically the brakets that are fitted on the door shelves and are securing bottles and jars.
f)Drawers that are temperature controlled: These are used to store fish and meat as this drawer has low temperature as compared to other parts of the refrigerator.
g)There are models with icemakers as well as water filters.
By listing some of the refrigerator designs here, we will help you to choose the one that will suit your needs and fulfill your expectations:
1)Top freezers are the traditional freezers wherein freezers are fitted on the upper side.
2)Bottom freezers are quite convenient to keep as well as take out things from them.
3)One side is used for freezer while other is a refrigerator in a side-by-side model.
4)Famous built-in refrigerators can fit with cabinets and counters in your kitchen.
5)There are free standing cabinet refrigerators with freezer on the top that are similar to built-in models since they are not so shallow.
Upright Or Chest Freezers – Which To Choose?
Friday, August 7th, 2009Ah, a question that just about everyone asks themselves when looking at freezers. And here we will present you with some of the things you should know about. You should know that chest freezers are taking more floor space than uprights, sometimes even two times more. If you live in an apartment, this will certainly be a major consideration in your final decision.
You shouldn’t stack your stuff on top of chest freezers because it is not a convenient thing to do. You’ll rethink that idea after a few times of off-loading this week’s laundry and those extra paint cans and your recyclables off the top of your chest freezer because you needed to get that frozen pizza out for dinner.
But the good news is that a small chest freezer will cost you less in the start, will save more energy while it works, and will give more space for you to use for whem compared to upright freezer. The problem appears when they are fully loaded and you need to find something in there. You won’t have any fun with a frustrating and muttering inducing quest for a frozen pizza. This happened to me several times, although I have marked every item with care. More than once I’ve had my feet in the air while my numb fingers shuffled through frozen peas and beef roasts. Appliances never gave so much bad vibes as this does. Freezer space is there so no one can hear you scream. Except for my wife who stands there behind me, hands on hips, laughing with delight.
Upright compact freezers have several important advantages over chest freezers. Like I said before, you will fill them easier and you can find items a whole lot more easier. You normally don’t need to rummage too much when trying to find that pork roast you bought in November. Plus, many uprights are available with auto defrost. Most chest freezers are manual defrost, and even though you only usually need to do it about once a year, defrosting one can be a tedious, hours-long task.
Whichever you decide for, make sure you take good care of it. A freezer can last for a long time if you do it right.
Finding Discount Dyson Vacuums
Friday, April 24th, 2009Dyson vacuum cleaners are some of the best in the industry, ranking high in reviews of durability, suction power, and the quality of cleaning. Becasue quality doesn’t come for cheap, Dyson cleaning appliances can cost several hudred bucks. If the consumer knows where to look, it is quite easy for him to find a good deal on one of the discount Dyson vacuum cleaners.
What you have to decide first is are you willing to settle with used or a refurbished Dyson vacuum cleaner as a consumer. Taking a refurbished vacuum is like buying a new vacuum cleaner for many people simply because all vacuums are assessed by manufacturer and have been releaved of all the problems they had. Big number of refurbished Dyson vacuums are in good working order and still have a warranty that says they are reliable products. You won’t find any quality guarantee nor even warranty on used vacuums. Like purchasing a used car from a newspaper ad, the buyer is usually stuck with whatever problems might turn up if the Dyson vacuum has been damaged.
One more thing you can do to find your discount Dyson vacuum is to use internet. A quick google search of “Dyson discount vacuums” returns many pages of information, including licensed refurbished dealers, as well as ten and twenty percent-off coupons for new vacuums. And if you take into account that a Dyson cleaner costs $400, you are actually saving $80 quite easily. The few minutes spent looking for good deals can really pay off.
Why should you buy a Dyson vacuum cleaner at first place? The powerful Dysons are among the best vacuums on the market because they have the quality and durability that follows it. But remember the old saying that teaches us how we get what we payed for.You won’t go cheaply with a superior cleaning power and quality. You can find a reliable Dyson vacuum and buy it without spending several hundred dollars, the price they usually can be found at?
How To Get Parts For Kirby Vacuums
Friday, April 24th, 2009The Kirby is a rare brand indeed, since their vacuums share a lot of replacement parts.the bags taht fit Generation 3 models will be perfectly good for other Kirby vacuum cleaners like Legend 1, Legend 2 and Heritage 2. These bags are available in fiber too and are electrostatically charges so they can capture even the microscopic dust particles with their allergy recuction filter, thus reducing the level of allergens in your house. The G5 models have a vacuum bags that are sized to fit to other models. The two model series share replacement parts as well as bags; the belts, bag/tube tie, and bag clamp, as examples, fit both series.
The G4 vacuuming hose, upholstery nozzle, dust brush and wall ceiling brush with a surface nozzle fit the other models in that serioes, while G4 bag isn’t made to fit G5 series models. The G5 series shares a lot of replacing part with the more advanced series – the Gsix. The entire generation of models will be able to use vacuum fans and the cleaner rool with a magnet, while the fill tube will fit with the G Six models as well as models from Legend, Heritage 1HD, Heritage 2HD and Generation 3, 4 and 5 models.
G200, Ultimate G and a GSix share the same Kirby vacuum cleaner bag model and latches, as well as the tools, wands, brushes, interchangeable hoses and other attachments that fit them all properly. Literally same parts are used with these several models, and by that we mean: vacuum cleaner hose, dust brush, cevice tool and a extension wand. These model series are known to share the exact same parts. There are several parts from Gsix series that are designed in such way to fit other models, like belt, fill tube, the replacement fan, rug plate and a shampoo brush roll.
You won’t have trouble finding a part for your cleaning appliance because they are made in such a way to fit your model. You will keep your Kirby cleaner in the best order since there will be enough replacement parts for you to choose from, no matter what kind of model you have.
Nesco Cooker – Why Are They Popular
Saturday, April 18th, 2009Lets stay clear from the regular hype and talk how Nesco is the best company in the world that creates awesome cookware. I don’t want to be so straightforward and hyped. If we figure out why Nesco is such a well known brand on the market, we will discover how much quality they truly ofer. People who tried their product consider them to be good and value them high. If any of you searched for a rice cooker before, most likely is that you saw some of them. Their reputation among buyers is well known so this is absolutely not unusual.
I guess few of you are wondering how they have such a good reputation, but the answer to that question is really simple. Behind each ot their products are years of experience and numerous tests. This is why Nesco is capable to offer quality and durability and that is what people who use them appreciate above all.
Nesco creates many other appliances and home cookware, pressure cookers are not the only thing they are good at. It’s not like they are crazy to take risks with just any product they think of, all cookers were tested so they can bring value to the customer and serve him for years. There are some companies around who get into digital cookers market, create a product and quickly disappear. This is simply because they didn’t have anything to offer. It’s when customers try the product itself when the truth is revealed. Nesco pressure cookers are with us for decades and th reason for that is because they have something to offer to their buyers.
Nesco is a company that made a breakthrough with an idea to biring electricity to cookware. A lot of things change in the cookware industry after this was applied on a food dehydrator. That caused the flood of various electric cookware and among them was a Nesco cooker as well. They are used as a multi-purpose cookware that serves us for preparing different types of meals. If some rice is what you want to prepare, you can use a pressure cooker. Prepare a tasty chicken, make a stew or roast some pork, you can do it all with a Nesco cooker.
Steam Juicers And Your Health
Saturday, April 18th, 2009Quality number one juicers offered when they came to market was speed. You must admit that’s a great benefit just because we could all have a few minutes to relax during the day. What we didn’t know us that a high speed blades that were cutting vegetables and fruits wre also killing the nutrients. When electric juicer is working, it creates heat that burns the minerals and lessens the quality of the juice. How can this be fixed?
Norwalk juicer is ok, but there is something better. This juicer will squeeze out a wonderful, fresh juice that tastes great, and it’s all from the fruits and vegetables you prepared. Steam juicers are the appliances that can provide this.
Is there a way for you to benefit from steam juicer and what exactly is it? You will need only the powr of steam to extract juice from fruits like grapes and berries, there won’t be any cutting involved. And the way it works is really simple actually. You will find that steam juicers have two separate containers. There is one at the bottom and it contains water that we need to boil. Other container is located at the top of a juicer and we need it to store the vegetables and fruits we will use.
Juice will be released from the content and separated into the pan when water starts to boil. And the next step is the extraction of the juice through a tube into a cup. And this system is not different than the one we use when we are making jellies. It’s really easy to figure it out and even more easy to use the steam juicer.
And this actually means that the fruits and vegetables you want to use will not be cut at all, they wil be squeezed and drained with steam power. You can relax and forget all about peeling, pitting and stemming vegetables and fruits. It is quite interesting to prepare juicer with such a little effort and so little hassle. No longer you have to use your old electric Bullet blender. It would benefit you to try a steam juicer.