energy & time |Tabletop chore
The Vermont company Laundry Alternative Inc. stocks several energy-efficient appliances including the Wonderwash, a pressure compact washing machine that costs $42.95 (before shipping and taxes) and uses 90 percent less water and detergent than conventional washers. The Wonderwash is portable, requires no electricity, and completes a 5-pound load in less than 2 minutes. laundry-alternative.com or 888-813-9559.
space |Outdoor elegance
The March issue of Sunset magazine gives readers ideas for transforming long, narrow outdoor spaces into inviting gardens. The feature includes tips such as:
Creating a winding path to make the space feel less skinny.
Limiting flower types to keep a slim garden from looking messy.
Staying on top of maintenance to prevent overgrown plants from dominating a small space.
Need more Room?
Look for these online-only stories at denverpost.com/room
Friday:
Get a sneak peek at this year’s Parade of Homes located in Aurora’s premier new waterfront community.
Monday:
Telluride author and remodeling expert Michelle Kodis talks about her forthcoming coffee-table book, “Modern Cabin.”
Tuesday:
Celebrity designer Kari Whitman discusses her Boulder roots, her animal-rescue efforts and her new reality show.
Wednesday:
Spanish-language television star Cristina Saralegui talks about her love of studying design through history and her new line of bedding at Kohl’s.
