Heated Stair Treads
These thin treads from Calorique Ltd. screw into place over existing stairs and can be temperature-controlled to “melt snow and ice” without salt or chemicals. Price: $283 for a tread 9 inches deep by 2 feet wide Contact: Morelectric.com
Source: The New York Times
Water Trapper doormat
This polypropylene wonder comes in gray, brown, and red and “can absorb over a gallon of water without letting moisture seep through to the floor.” Price: $35 Contact: Gardenerssupply.com
Source: The New York Times
Rolling Flip Shovel
Designed to relieve strain on your back and shoulders, this mini-plow includes an “adjustable handle, plastic wheels, and a flip blade that allows the snow to be moved in any direction.” Price: $35 Contact: Vandykes.com
Source: The New York Times
Towel Spa warmer
This portable, bucket-size device may be designed to keep towels and sheets toasty, but “it warms mittens and hats, socks and slippers” just
as well. Price: $80 Contact: Brookstone.com
Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer
Wovel
This odd contraption resembles “some sort of antique iron snow shovel attached to a wheel” but lets you clear walks and driveways with less strain.
Price: $120 Contact: Wovel.com
Source: Connecticut Post
