***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
Wow. You guys are a lot more opinionated about the periodic table than I had assumed. Anyway, random.org selected the winner of this giveaway as… Andi W. (who chose Sodium for all of the salty snacks it provides, while admitting “My inner nerd wants to vote adamantium.”) Congrats, Andi!
Calling all cleaning and chemistry fans: this giveaway featured Oreck’s lightest upright vacuum yet — the Magnesium. At under 8 pounds, the Magnesium is notably lighter than a typical upright vacuum and designed to slide easily beneath furniture and into other hard-to-reach spaces where dust and debris collect. The sweep of its slim frame and low profile makes it a practical option for everyday touch-ups as well as full cleanings.
To complement the upright, Oreck included their Ultimate Handheld Vac in this prize pack, giving the winner a compact, grab-and-go option for stairs, upholstery, car interiors and quick spills. Together, the Magnesium upright and the Ultimate Handheld Vac bring the total prize value to approximately $599, offering versatile cleaning tools for a variety of household tasks.
- PRIZE: One Oreck Magnesium upright vacuum plus one Oreck Ultimate Handheld Vac (approximate total value: $599).
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the phrase “Mg ME!” and answer the bonus question described below.
- BONUS QUESTION: What’s your favorite element on the periodic table? Are you partial to Oxygen for obvious reasons, a fan of Sodium for salty snacks, or drawn to Au & Ag (gold and silver)? Share your pick and a short reason why — we love a little chemistry commentary with our giveaways.
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, June 27th at 8pm EST or when 10,000 entries are received, whichever comes first.
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- DISCOUNT: 15% off any Oreck product with code YOUNGHOUSELOVE (valid through July 9; excludes sale or refurbished items).
- PRIZE SHIPS: Within the United States. We do our best to offer international giveaways when possible, but this prize is restricted to U.S. shipping.
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per email address is permitted. The winner will be chosen using random.org and announced as an update to this post on Thursday following the close of the giveaway. Be sure to check back to see who won.
The giveaway was intended to be a thank-you to readers and followers — it was not sponsored in a way that paid us to host it. We run these giveaways to show appreciation for the community that stops by, and we always try to keep things straightforward and fair. If you’re curious about how we run giveaways, check our Giveaway FAQ on the site for more details about entry rules, eligibility, and how winners are selected.
Why enter? Whether you live in a compact apartment or a larger home, a lightweight upright like the Magnesium can make routine cleaning less of a chore. It’s easier to lift and carry than many traditional uprights, and the low-profile design helps you reach under sofas, dressers and other furniture without struggling. The paired handheld vac adds convenience for targeted cleanups — crumbs, pet hair, car messes and spots where a full upright isn’t necessary.
Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their favorite elements — the responses were entertaining and imaginative. And thanks to Oreck for providing the products featured in this giveaway. For the winner: enjoy your new cleaning tools, and for everyone else: stay tuned for future giveaways and promotions.