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Safe air fresheners are ‘bear’ly noticeable

Who doesn’t love having their home smell fresh and inviting? Most of us do. But new reports about the hidden dangers and possible toxic chemicals of traditional air fresheners have left us wondering how to make our homes smell good and remain safe for our families.

Now there’s a unique and safe alternative: Beantowne Bears.

Although they look like ordinary stuffed animals, these Whip City Candle creations can scent a room for as long as four months without the use of plug-ins, wicks or sprays.

The bears, along with an assortment of friends including bunnies, moose and snowmen, are dipped in a natural soy wax and fragrances and then refluffed. They are available in dozens of fragrances such as hot apple pie, green tea and lemongrass, Georgia peach and plumeria.

Pricing for Beantowne Bears begins at $17.99.

Whip City Candle has been making all-natural fragrance products in the U.S. for the past six years.

Visit www.whipcity candle.com for details.

Space saving trailer hauls what you need

You have stuff you need to haul around, but you don’t have the space to store a trailer.

The Fold-Up Utility Trailer from Lifetime Products Inc. is your answer. A recent study of 500 homeowners conducted by Lifetime showed that almost 31 percent of us would like to have a utility trailer but they have no place to store it.

This trailer fits the bill. When you are done hauling, pull out the easy-to-use crank and fold the trailer down to 29 inches in width in less than 90 seconds.

It is the perfect size to tuck into the back corner of the garage or roll through the gate toward the backyard while still leaving plenty of space for cars in the garage and leisure areas in the yard.

In addition to ease of storage and usability, the trailer is packed with features, including removable front and rear gates that double as ramps, allowing owners to easily load and unload larger, heavier items such as motorcycles, ATVs or jet skis; weather- and scratch-resistant finish to protect from harsh environments, as well as the wear and tear encountered during loading and unloading; fully attached light kit including brake lights, turn signals, tail lamps and a wire harness for safety; and the ability to hold 1,000 to 1,500 pounds, depending on model.

The space-saving trailer comes in three sizes: 4 feet by 6 feet, 5 feet by 6 feet, and 5 feet by 8 feet. Retail prices range from $900 to $1,400.

For more information, call 800-225-3865 or visit www.lifetime.com. The Fold-Up Utility Trailer also is available at Home Depot, Sam’s Club, Costco and Lowe’s.