Well, here we are in the height of summer – finally! As such, Gail and I thought it a good time to remind us all of the dangers of over-exposure to the sun. Clearly we love the sun (we own a Shore home, and venture to the Caribbean frequently) but still precautions are a must! We went to Consumer Reports for some hopefully unbiased info and here it is. This is not gospel, but intended to be helpful!! First of all, we were not overly surprised to find out that of over the 60 lotions, sprays and sticks tested, 28…

A Guide for Linen Care By Deck Towel This weekend we were spending some quality time with our friends Paul and Linda at the Shore when Linda came up with an often asked question, “Hank, what is the best way to care for my Deck Towel?” We do address this in the FAQ portion of our website, but I thought I would take the opportunity to post it for all to see. The question is a bit like “Who serves the best cheesesteak in Philadelphia”, since there are various opinions, but here are some guidelines. First of all, many…

The Daan towel is featured in Refinery 29’s “Montauk in a Minute” feature. More and more now, the Hamptons conjures up thoughts of monster traffic, McMansions, and The Real Housewives of New York . And if you don’t own a summer house on the East End, that sure doesn’t mean you can’t summer in style. On the tip of Long Island, there’s Montauk, a beachy hideaway that’s long been the epitome of the surfer-meets-prep style. Pristine light, blissful beaches, and first-class waves attracts a laid-back crowd that’s way more into dark ‘n’ stormies and bonfires than champers and Polo. So,…