Question: Which food has been prepared with this device?

Update: 1/19/2011I am disappointed that the case discolored so much and the lid cracked. Maybe I should just buy another one but it seems like they could have made it more durable and lasting. Will try an alternative this time.Original review.------------------------------------------------I had one of these 30 or 40 years ago and was tickled pink to find it again.I just like:1)not having the screaming jet engine noise of the thermal popcorn poppers.2)not having an extra appliance around.I pop the corn, add the salt and extra piquant spices, and pack my stomach full without any extra cholesterol. It's a sweet life.

Answer: popcorn

Update: 1/19/2011I am disappointed that the case discolored so much and the lid cracked. Maybe I should just buy another one but it seems like they could have made it more durable and lasting. Will try an alternative this time. Original review.------------------------------------------------I had one of these 30 or 40 years ago and was tickled pink to find it again. <hl> I just like:1)not having the screaming jet engine noise of the thermal popcorn poppers.2)not having an extra appliance around. <hl> I pop the corn, add the salt and extra piquant spices, and pack my stomach full without any extra cholesterol. It's a sweet life.

Update: 1/19/2011I am disappointed that the case discolored so much and the lid cracked. Maybe I should just buy another one but it seems like they could have made it more durable and lasting. Will try an alternative this time.Original review.------------------------------------------------I had one of these 30 or 40 years ago and was tickled pink to find it again.I just like:1)not having the screaming jet engine noise of the thermal <hl> popcorn <hl> poppers.2)not having an extra appliance around.I pop the corn, add the salt and extra piquant spices, and pack my stomach full without any extra cholesterol. It's a sweet life.


Question: What was the price of their vacuum?

Look, to tone down those who say that the bag is not HEPA, 'reality check' nowhere on the bag does it say HEPA. I have used these bags and for the price they are great. As one reviewer states "It's good to have inexpensive cloth instead of the paper" AMEN. I just finished using my almost new Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140-900 (on sale $59 excellent value)to clean the fine remaining ash in my fireplace, my previous bag would have allowed the fine particles to escape... this bag did not - Kudos! For the money, Highly Recommended.

Answer: $59

Look, to tone down those who say that the bag is not HEPA, 'reality check' nowhere on the bag does it say HEPA. I have used these bags and for the price they are great. As one reviewer states "It's good to have inexpensive cloth instead of the paper" AMEN. <hl> I just finished using my almost new Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140-900 (on sale $59 excellent value)to clean the fine remaining ash in my fireplace, my previous bag would have allowed the fine particles to escape... this bag did not - Kudos! <hl> For the money, Highly Recommended.

Look, to tone down those who say that the bag is not HEPA, 'reality check' nowhere on the bag does it say HEPA. I have used these bags and for the price they are great. As one reviewer states "It's good to have inexpensive cloth instead of the paper" AMEN. I just finished using my almost new Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140-900 (on sale <hl> $59 <hl> excellent value)to clean the fine remaining ash in my fireplace, my previous bag would have allowed the fine particles to escape... this bag did not - Kudos! For the money, Highly Recommended.


Question: What are the measurements?

Just saw a similar cart on QVC this morning for $33 including S&H and tax. The measurements were 13-1/2"W x 36"H x 12"D, not even as big as this one. This is bottomless. Holds everything including soda and packs of water and then the rest of your items... Just hold the handle behind you as you walk and it seems weightless. Goes up stairs. Folds into the trunk of the car without taking much space at all. I don't know how I ever did without this. An extremely small investment for a GREAT product that will become an absolute neccesity after the first time you use it..

Answer: 13-1/2"W x 36"H x 12"D

Just saw a similar cart on QVC this morning for $33 including S&H and tax. <hl> The measurements were 13-1/2"W x 36"H x 12"D , not even as big as this one. <hl> This is bottomless. Holds everything including soda and packs of water and then the rest of your items... Just hold the handle behind you as you walk and it seems weightless. Goes up stairs. Folds into the trunk of the car without taking much space at all. I don't know how I ever did without this. An extremely small investment for a GREAT product that will become an absolute neccesity after the first time you use it..

Just saw a similar cart on QVC this morning for $33 including S&H and tax. The measurements were <hl> 13-1/2"W x 36"H x 12"D <hl>, not even as big as this one. This is bottomless. Holds everything including soda and packs of water and then the rest of your items... Just hold the handle behind you as you walk and it seems weightless. Goes up stairs. Folds into the trunk of the car without taking much space at all. I don't know how I ever did without this. An extremely small investment for a GREAT product that will become an absolute neccesity after the first time you use it..

The measurements were <hl> 13-1/2"W x 36"H x 12"D <hl> , not even as big as this one.


Question: What might you want to spread onto the sweater before steaming?

I have worked at a dry cleaners and have used the professional size steam press to press clothing and to steam block sweaters. The surface where the clothes lay on never gets too hot, unless the lower steamer is applied, which this produce does not have. I was surprised at the reviewer who expected the steamer to get too hot to handle?This smaller version of the dry-cleaners steam press works well. It saves time in pressing, but you need to know the techinques to position the shirts and pants so that you'll get nice creases. Steam comes from the upper lid of the presser. Steam does not come out from the pressing pad.In order to block sweaters, position the sweater so that it is flat and then lower the pressor lid to 'almost' touching the sweater and let the sweater steam a few seconds. You may want to spray a mist of water onto the sweater before steaming. Next, move sweater around and repeat until entire sweater has been steam blocked.

Answer: mist of water

I have worked at a dry cleaners and have used the professional size steam press to press clothing and to steam block sweaters. The surface where the clothes lay on never gets too hot, unless the lower steamer is applied, which this produce does not have. I was surprised at the reviewer who expected the steamer to get too hot to handle?This smaller version of the dry-cleaners steam press works well. It saves time in pressing, but you need to know the techinques to position the shirts and pants so that you'll get nice creases. Steam comes from the upper lid of the presser. Steam does not come out from the pressing pad. In order to block sweaters, position the sweater so that it is flat and then lower the pressor lid to 'almost' touching the sweater and let the sweater steam a few seconds. <hl> You may want to spray a mist of water onto the sweater before steaming. <hl> Next, move sweater around and repeat until entire sweater has been steam blocked.

I have worked at a dry cleaners and have used the professional size steam press to press clothing and to steam block sweaters. The surface where the clothes lay on never gets too hot, unless the lower steamer is applied, which this produce does not have. I was surprised at the reviewer who expected the steamer to get too hot to handle?This smaller version of the dry-cleaners steam press works well. It saves time in pressing, but you need to know the techinques to position the shirts and pants so that you'll get nice creases. Steam comes from the upper lid of the presser. Steam does not come out from the pressing pad.In order to block sweaters, position the sweater so that it is flat and then lower the pressor lid to 'almost' touching the sweater and let the sweater steam a few seconds. You may want to spray a <hl> mist of water <hl> onto the sweater before steaming. Next, move sweater around and repeat until entire sweater has been steam blocked.


Question: Which furniture has a scratch?

But you're probably not going to put this next to your "nice" furniture. The color difference between the baskets and the wood of the frame is pretty significant. Also, one of my shelves had a scratch/scuff -- if I were going to use this without the baskets, that would have been a problem. Last, it's quite a bit redder than it appears in the picture.That said, it was extremely easy to put together, and it's solid once it's together. It works for me, but don't buy it expecting a high-end quality category.

Answer: shelves

But you're probably not going to put this next to your "nice" furniture. The color difference between the baskets and the wood of the frame is pretty significant. <hl> Also, one of my shelves had a scratch/scuff -- if I were going to use this without the baskets, that would have been a problem. <hl> Last, it's quite a bit redder than it appears in the picture. That said, it was extremely easy to put together, and it's solid once it's together. It works for me, but don't buy it expecting a high-end quality category.

But you're probably not going to put this next to your "nice" furniture. The color difference between the baskets and the wood of the frame is pretty significant. Also, one of my <hl> shelves <hl> had a scratch/scuff -- if I were going to use this without the baskets, that would have been a problem. Last, it's quite a bit redder than it appears in the picture.That said, it was extremely easy to put together, and it's solid once it's together. It works for me, but don't buy it expecting a high-end quality category.


Question: Is the kettle loud enough for someone to hear it in another room?

I needed a one-person, smaller tea kettle but did not want a cheap metal kettle that would look dented or tacky within a month. Nor did I want to drink water boiled in aluminum. I also didn't want to spend $80 or more for a better quality kettle. Though I love both glass and ceramic, it's too easy to break with regular daily use.This little kettle is tiny, so it heats up to a boil at a rapid pace. You'll have a cup of hot tea in minutes. Perfect.No it's not thick, but it is stainless and it's easy to clean. Pop it into dishwasher and it looks new again.Yes, it does whistle, but in proportion to its size. It's NOT loud. That is my major caution.If you tend to wander away to the other side of the house and forget the kettle is on the stove, you likely won't hear this little fellow whistling and should buy a bigger, louder teakettle.If your needs are similar to mine, you'll think it's perfect. Will it last for ten years? Probably but the plastic parts might not. And the price is beyond reasonable.

Answer: you likely won't hear this little fellow whistling

I needed a one-person, smaller tea kettle but did not want a cheap metal kettle that would look dented or tacky within a month. Nor did I want to drink water boiled in aluminum. I also didn't want to spend $80 or more for a better quality kettle. Though I love both glass and ceramic, it's too easy to break with regular daily use. This little kettle is tiny, so it heats up to a boil at a rapid pace. You'll have a cup of hot tea in minutes. Perfect. No it's not thick, but it is stainless and it's easy to clean. Pop it into dishwasher and it looks new again. Yes, it does whistle, but in proportion to its size. It's NOT loud. That is my major caution. <hl> If you tend to wander away to the other side of the house and forget the kettle is on the stove, you likely won't hear this little fellow whistling and should buy a bigger, louder teakettle. <hl> If your needs are similar to mine, you'll think it's perfect. Will it last for ten years? Probably but the plastic parts might not. And the price is beyond reasonable.

I needed a one-person, smaller tea kettle but did not want a cheap metal kettle that would look dented or tacky within a month. Nor did I want to drink water boiled in aluminum. I also didn't want to spend $80 or more for a better quality kettle. Though I love both glass and ceramic, it's too easy to break with regular daily use.This little kettle is tiny, so it heats up to a boil at a rapid pace. You'll have a cup of hot tea in minutes. Perfect.No it's not thick, but it is stainless and it's easy to clean. Pop it into dishwasher and it looks new again.Yes, it does whistle, but in proportion to its size. It's NOT loud. That is my major caution.If you tend to wander away to the other side of the house and forget the kettle is on the stove, <hl> you likely won't hear this little fellow whistling <hl> and should buy a bigger, louder teakettle.If your needs are similar to mine, you'll think it's perfect. Will it last for ten years? Probably but the plastic parts might not. And the price is beyond reasonable.


Question: How is the quality of this product?

I have 4 children and have had this for 3 months now. It is GREAT, I would highly recomend if you do not want the cereal boxes lying around everywhere. It keeps the cereal fresh, is easy to fill and super easy for a 3, 5, 6 and 10 year old to get their cereal each morning. The quality is excelent. 4 friends who saw it at my house have already bought it. It is large, in the picture you cannot tell so much but it does ocupy some space. it also contains a full box of cereal in each canister. I read the bad reviews and have not had one problem with cereal crunching or anything of the sort, up to now I have put in cherios, fruit loops and reeses puffs, perfect performance, no complaints at all. I set it up myself and it was supert easy and fast to put together.

Answer: excelent

The quality is excelent .

I have 4 children and have had this for 3 months now. It is GREAT, I would highly recomend if you do not want the cereal boxes lying around everywhere. It keeps the cereal fresh, is easy to fill and super easy for a 3, 5, 6 and 10 year old to get their cereal each morning. <hl> The quality is excelent . <hl> 4 friends who saw it at my house have already bought it. It is large, in the picture you cannot tell so much but it does ocupy some space. it also contains a full box of cereal in each canister. I read the bad reviews and have not had one problem with cereal crunching or anything of the sort, up to now I have put in cherios, fruit loops and reeses puffs, perfect performance, no complaints at all. I set it up myself and it was supert easy and fast to put together.

I have 4 children and have had this for 3 months now. It is GREAT, I would highly recomend if you do not want the cereal boxes lying around everywhere. It keeps the cereal fresh, is easy to fill and super easy for a 3, 5, 6 and 10 year old to get their cereal each morning. The quality is <hl> excelent <hl>. 4 friends who saw it at my house have already bought it. It is large, in the picture you cannot tell so much but it does ocupy some space. it also contains a full box of cereal in each canister. I read the bad reviews and have not had one problem with cereal crunching or anything of the sort, up to now I have put in cherios, fruit loops and reeses puffs, perfect performance, no complaints at all. I set it up myself and it was supert easy and fast to put together.


Question: How long has the writer had the cup?

I've had this cup for a week or so now. There's not really much that can go wrong with a cup. Some people have express problems with the lid. Mine does not leak. It did smell strongly when it came out of the package, but if you can live with it for 3 days it dissipates. It just smells like anything made of plastic or silicone that's new. When you put hot coffee or hot tea in it, it gets nicely warm on the outside, however if you make your tea with boiling water it gets too hot.What I like about this cup...It's beautiful. The porcelain has a lovely finish, and if you're arty, you can draw on it with a pencil and wash it off.What I don't like...It's only 10 oz, and I like to have 12 oz. of coffee or tea, so it feels a bit brief when I come to the end of my drink.

Answer: a week or so

I've had this cup for a week or so now.

<hl> I've had this cup for a week or so now. <hl> There's not really much that can go wrong with a cup. Some people have express problems with the lid. Mine does not leak. It did smell strongly when it came out of the package, but if you can live with it for 3 days it dissipates. It just smells like anything made of plastic or silicone that's new. When you put hot coffee or hot tea in it, it gets nicely warm on the outside, however if you make your tea with boiling water it gets too hot. What I like about this cup... It's beautiful. The porcelain has a lovely finish, and if you're arty, you can draw on it with a pencil and wash it off. What I don't like... It's only 10 oz, and I like to have 12 oz. of coffee or tea, so it feels a bit brief when I come to the end of my drink.

I've had this cup for <hl> a week or so <hl> now. There's not really much that can go wrong with a cup. Some people have express problems with the lid. Mine does not leak. It did smell strongly when it came out of the package, but if you can live with it for 3 days it dissipates. It just smells like anything made of plastic or silicone that's new. When you put hot coffee or hot tea in it, it gets nicely warm on the outside, however if you make your tea with boiling water it gets too hot.What I like about this cup...It's beautiful. The porcelain has a lovely finish, and if you're arty, you can draw on it with a pencil and wash it off.What I don't like...It's only 10 oz, and I like to have 12 oz. of coffee or tea, so it feels a bit brief when I come to the end of my drink.


Question: What doesn't the reviewer use?

I bought this just for the handled bowl to make pancakes. It was worth the money for the bowl alone. I don't even use the measuring cups/spoons. I have weak wrists, so I cannot handle grandma's old crock mixing bowls with one hand. This light melamine bowl is so easy to handle because it HAS a handle and you can scoop or stir with your free hand. Makes scooping out pancake batter a BREEZE!Dishwasher safe on the top rack and has a rubber ring on the bottom of the bowl which keeps it stable and makes no sound when you sit it on a hard counter. I love it and if anything ever happens to mine, I'll be buying it again!

Answer: measuring cups/spoons

I bought this just for the handled bowl to make pancakes. It was worth the money for the bowl alone. <hl> I don't even use the measuring cups/spoons . <hl> I have weak wrists, so I cannot handle grandma's old crock mixing bowls with one hand. This light melamine bowl is so easy to handle because it HAS a handle and you can scoop or stir with your free hand. Makes scooping out pancake batter a BREEZE!Dishwasher safe on the top rack and has a rubber ring on the bottom of the bowl which keeps it stable and makes no sound when you sit it on a hard counter. I love it and if anything ever happens to mine, I'll be buying it again!

I bought this just for the handled bowl to make pancakes. It was worth the money for the bowl alone. I don't even use the <hl> measuring cups/spoons <hl>. I have weak wrists, so I cannot handle grandma's old crock mixing bowls with one hand. This light melamine bowl is so easy to handle because it HAS a handle and you can scoop or stir with your free hand. Makes scooping out pancake batter a BREEZE!Dishwasher safe on the top rack and has a rubber ring on the bottom of the bowl which keeps it stable and makes no sound when you sit it on a hard counter. I love it and if anything ever happens to mine, I'll be buying it again!

I don't even use the <hl> measuring cups/spoons <hl> .


Question: What does the writer do to secure the new handle?

I thought I had rated this vacuum before. I can't say enough about it. I've read some bad reviews about people not getting response from Hoover. I had a problem at about the one year point with the handle. It broke right where the screw is to hold it to the rest of the product. I called Hoover and I had another handle within three weeks. I had registered the vacuum with Hoover when I received it so I think that speeded up the process. How else do they know when you've purchased it and aren't trying to scam them. Since getting the new handle, I use clear packaging tape to help secure it to the base to hold it sturdier. I highly recommend people register their product as soon as they receive it. I use in the kitchen and bathrooms but not on carpet as we have a heavier one for that. If/when something does eventually happen to it after the warranty period, I will definitely get another one.

Answer: use clear packaging tape to help secure it to the base to hold it sturdier

I thought I had rated this vacuum before. I can't say enough about it. I've read some bad reviews about people not getting response from Hoover. I had a problem at about the one year point with the handle. It broke right where the screw is to hold it to the rest of the product. I called Hoover and I had another handle within three weeks. I had registered the vacuum with Hoover when I received it so I think that speeded up the process. How else do they know when you've purchased it and aren't trying to scam them. <hl> Since getting the new handle, I use clear packaging tape to help secure it to the base to hold it sturdier . <hl> I highly recommend people register their product as soon as they receive it. I use in the kitchen and bathrooms but not on carpet as we have a heavier one for that. If/when something does eventually happen to it after the warranty period, I will definitely get another one.

I thought I had rated this vacuum before. I can't say enough about it. I've read some bad reviews about people not getting response from Hoover. I had a problem at about the one year point with the handle. It broke right where the screw is to hold it to the rest of the product. I called Hoover and I had another handle within three weeks. I had registered the vacuum with Hoover when I received it so I think that speeded up the process. How else do they know when you've purchased it and aren't trying to scam them. Since getting the new handle, I <hl> use clear packaging tape to help secure it to the base to hold it sturdier <hl>. I highly recommend people register their product as soon as they receive it. I use in the kitchen and bathrooms but not on carpet as we have a heavier one for that. If/when something does eventually happen to it after the warranty period, I will definitely get another one.

Since getting the new handle, I <hl> use clear packaging tape to help secure it to the base to hold it sturdier <hl> .


Question: What brand does the author mention?

We live in the so called "boonies" and have well water. I have installed water filters for drinking under our sink in our fridge etc....they just dont cut it. The water tastes strange....so I wanted to try something to let us get great tasting water and help the environment by not buying water bottles.....Brita is the answer.This jug has a sensor on top that will remind you to change the filter. That is one of the best features....another thing I dont have to worry about or remember until its time. The water tastes perfect to me in our home now and I have no hesitation in recommending this item.

Answer: Brita

Brita is the answer.

We live in the so called "boonies" and have well water. I have installed water filters for drinking under our sink in our fridge etc....they just dont cut it. The water tastes strange.... so I wanted to try something to let us get great tasting water and help the environment by not buying water bottles..... <hl> Brita is the answer. <hl> This jug has a sensor on top that will remind you to change the filter. That is one of the best features....another thing I dont have to worry about or remember until its time. The water tastes perfect to me in our home now and I have no hesitation in recommending this item.

We live in the so called "boonies" and have well water. I have installed water filters for drinking under our sink in our fridge etc....they just dont cut it. The water tastes strange....so I wanted to try something to let us get great tasting water and help the environment by not buying water bottles.....<hl> Brita <hl> is the answer.This jug has a sensor on top that will remind you to change the filter. That is one of the best features....another thing I dont have to worry about or remember until its time. The water tastes perfect to me in our home now and I have no hesitation in recommending this item.


Question: What does the writer like to make with the product?

These are a great way to be creative with summer snacking. I like to puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them. Watermelon pops are amazingly refreshing on a hot humid day.I also lile to use fresh fruit juice of any flavor, raspberry lime is a favorite. Clean up is a breeze which is awesome. And the nicest part is that I control what goes in. As a matter of fact...I can go all out, which I believe I will, and make some Margarita and Daquiri Pops, ice pops aren't just for kids you know :-)I am editing this on 06/24/13 to add:One of the nicer things about this freezer pop making set is, the lids. I know that doesn't sound like such a big deal, but I have the old fashioned Icepop kit, and while it is okay(when the pop comes out on the stick) you have to keep the whole thing in the freezer til they are all consumed or transfer everything to a freezer bag. Again, not really a big deal, but I am not a fan of there being extra steps and more work for me. These molds, once frozen, are self contained and can just be put in any space in your freezer. I love that convenience...plus no stick to worry about.

Answer: puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them

These are a great way to be creative with summer snacking. <hl> I like to puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them . <hl> Watermelon pops are amazingly refreshing on a hot humid day. I also lile to use fresh fruit juice of any flavor, raspberry lime is a favorite. Clean up is a breeze which is awesome. And the nicest part is that I control what goes in. As a matter of fact...I can go all out, which I believe I will, and make some Margarita and Daquiri Pops, ice pops aren't just for kids you know :-)I am editing this on 06/24/13 to add:One of the nicer things about this freezer pop making set is, the lids. I know that doesn't sound like such a big deal, but I have the old fashioned Icepop kit, and while it is okay(when the pop comes out on the stick) you have to keep the whole thing in the freezer til they are all consumed or transfer everything to a freezer bag. Again, not really a big deal, but I am not a fan of there being extra steps and more work for me. These molds, once frozen, are self contained and can just be put in any space in your freezer. I love that convenience...plus no stick to worry about.

These are a great way to be creative with summer snacking. I like to <hl> puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them <hl>. Watermelon pops are amazingly refreshing on a hot humid day.I also lile to use fresh fruit juice of any flavor, raspberry lime is a favorite. Clean up is a breeze which is awesome. And the nicest part is that I control what goes in. As a matter of fact...I can go all out, which I believe I will, and make some Margarita and Daquiri Pops, ice pops aren't just for kids you know :-)I am editing this on 06/24/13 to add:One of the nicer things about this freezer pop making set is, the lids. I know that doesn't sound like such a big deal, but I have the old fashioned Icepop kit, and while it is okay(when the pop comes out on the stick) you have to keep the whole thing in the freezer til they are all consumed or transfer everything to a freezer bag. Again, not really a big deal, but I am not a fan of there being extra steps and more work for me. These molds, once frozen, are self contained and can just be put in any space in your freezer. I love that convenience...plus no stick to worry about.

I like to <hl> puree up whatever sweet fruits are in season and make pops out of them <hl> .


Question: Why would sending the product back be a problem?

I've had it for about 2 weeks. It's made terribly. The hose broke free from the end piece on which attachments are placed. I of course had discarded the box by then, so sending it back would be a pain in the ass. Now I have to go out and buy some plastic weld and figure out how to fix it.Don't buy this junk. It just isn't worth it. I wanted a bagged vacuum so as to not have to deal with a dirty container, but I now use my Dyson instead and just clean the dust bin after each use. The difference is like driving a Rolls Royce vs. a Dodge Neon.

Answer: discarded the box

I've had it for about 2 weeks. It's made terribly. The hose broke free from the end piece on which attachments are placed. <hl> I of course had discarded the box by then, so sending it back would be a pain in the ass. <hl> Now I have to go out and buy some plastic weld and figure out how to fix it. Don't buy this junk. It just isn't worth it. I wanted a bagged vacuum so as to not have to deal with a dirty container, but I now use my Dyson instead and just clean the dust bin after each use. The difference is like driving a Rolls Royce vs. a Dodge Neon.

I've had it for about 2 weeks. It's made terribly. The hose broke free from the end piece on which attachments are placed. I of course had <hl> discarded the box <hl> by then, so sending it back would be a pain in the ass. Now I have to go out and buy some plastic weld and figure out how to fix it.Don't buy this junk. It just isn't worth it. I wanted a bagged vacuum so as to not have to deal with a dirty container, but I now use my Dyson instead and just clean the dust bin after each use. The difference is like driving a Rolls Royce vs. a Dodge Neon.


Question: Does the product work?

I work in a hospital and I have used charcoal to get rid of the smell in the foulest rooms. Naturally I thought this product would work for my son's room. He is 5 and still has night time accidents. Even with changing the sheets every day the smell is still in his mattress. So we changed to a plastic mattress and it still smells. I put this in his room thinking it would help but it doesn't. The packaging is really cute and it doesn't look bad just sitting in the room. I just can't tell that it is doing anything at all.

Answer: thinking it would help but it doesn't

I work in a hospital and I have used charcoal to get rid of the smell in the foulest rooms. Naturally I thought this product would work for my son's room. He is 5 and still has night time accidents. Even with changing the sheets every day the smell is still in his mattress. So we changed to a plastic mattress and it still smells. <hl> I put this in his room thinking it would help but it doesn't . <hl> The packaging is really cute and it doesn't look bad just sitting in the room. I just can't tell that it is doing anything at all.

I work in a hospital and I have used charcoal to get rid of the smell in the foulest rooms. Naturally I thought this product would work for my son's room. He is 5 and still has night time accidents. Even with changing the sheets every day the smell is still in his mattress. So we changed to a plastic mattress and it still smells. I put this in his room <hl> thinking it would help but it doesn't <hl>. The packaging is really cute and it doesn't look bad just sitting in the room. I just can't tell that it is doing anything at all.

I put this in his room <hl> thinking it would help but it doesn't <hl> .


Question: What are the signs made of?

I bought two of these for my dish drawers, they're perfect for keeping everyone in the house on the same page. Despite it being cardstock (basically thick paper/thin cardboard) they do not look like cardboard at all; I was concerned that the edges of the sign would be a different color and give the sign a cheap look, but I'm quite pleased with them in person as they actually look like plastic signs. They are also quite well constructed, the slider between clean and dirty works very smoothly and I fully expect them to last a good while.Really my only complaint isn't so much a complaint but more a request; these would be perfect if they came in a stainless steel pattern, or even a bit darker shade of silver so they blended into stainless steel more.

Answer: cardstock

I bought two of these for my dish drawers, they're perfect for keeping everyone in the house on the same page. <hl> Despite it being cardstock (basically thick paper/thin cardboard) they do not look like cardboard at all; I was concerned that the edges of the sign would be a different color and give the sign a cheap look, but I'm quite pleased with them in person as they actually look like plastic signs. <hl> They are also quite well constructed, the slider between clean and dirty works very smoothly and I fully expect them to last a good while. Really my only complaint isn't so much a complaint but more a request; these would be perfect if they came in a stainless steel pattern, or even a bit darker shade of silver so they blended into stainless steel more.

I bought two of these for my dish drawers, they're perfect for keeping everyone in the house on the same page. Despite it being <hl> cardstock <hl> (basically thick paper/thin cardboard) they do not look like cardboard at all; I was concerned that the edges of the sign would be a different color and give the sign a cheap look, but I'm quite pleased with them in person as they actually look like plastic signs. They are also quite well constructed, the slider between clean and dirty works very smoothly and I fully expect them to last a good while.Really my only complaint isn't so much a complaint but more a request; these would be perfect if they came in a stainless steel pattern, or even a bit darker shade of silver so they blended into stainless steel more.


Question: What is something you don't want to do to the paper?

I have a teensy, tiny bathroom with no convenient wall location on which to mount a TP-Holder. This is the perfection solution to not only holding the roll, but of storing a few spares!I haven't had issue with mine falling over, but we also do not yank the paper with brute force either... the dogs have knocked it over for me, when all three decided to assist me in the tub-scrubbing adventure I was apparently enjoying without them.It is a wonderful solution for the smaller bathroom with no wall space handy!

Answer: yank the paper with brute force

I have a teensy, tiny bathroom with no convenient wall location on which to mount a TP-Holder. <hl> This is the perfection solution to not only holding the roll, but of storing a few spares!I haven't had issue with mine falling over, but we also do not yank the paper with brute force either... <hl> the dogs have knocked it over for me, when all three decided to assist me in the tub-scrubbing adventure I was apparently enjoying without them. It is a wonderful solution for the smaller bathroom with no wall space handy!

I have a teensy, tiny bathroom with no convenient wall location on which to mount a TP-Holder. This is the perfection solution to not only holding the roll, but of storing a few spares!I haven't had issue with mine falling over, but we also do not <hl> yank the paper with brute force <hl> either... the dogs have knocked it over for me, when all three decided to assist me in the tub-scrubbing adventure I was apparently enjoying without them.It is a wonderful solution for the smaller bathroom with no wall space handy!


Question: What was the egg keeper made of?

I ordered this egg keeper, and love it! However a few days after the order I received a notice stating it would be delayed. Ok I can understand back orders, I accepted the back order, instead of trying to find it somewhere else.Eventually I did receive my product in fine condition, (It's a rubbermaid continer, pretty hard to damage). I also received a coupon in the box stating that I could get $5.00 off my next purchase. The coupon was valid "now through July 31 2005. Unfortunately I received my order in the middle of August. I called and left a message asking if I could get another coupon, no one returned my call. I called again and left a message no one returned my call. I called a third time and they told me that they did not reprint the coupons after they expired I could use the expired one. I tried and the website did not accept it.A little frustrated by the run around, I opted not to call back a fourth time to ask why the expired coupon was not accepted. If you can find this container some where else it's great, go for it!

Answer: It's a rubbermaid continer

I ordered this egg keeper, and love it! However a few days after the order I received a notice stating it would be delayed. Ok I can understand back orders, I accepted the back order, instead of trying to find it somewhere else. <hl> Eventually I did receive my product in fine condition, ( It's a rubbermaid continer , pretty hard to damage). <hl> I also received a coupon in the box stating that I could get $5.00 off my next purchase. The coupon was valid "now through July 31 2005. Unfortunately I received my order in the middle of August. I called and left a message asking if I could get another coupon, no one returned my call. I called again and left a message no one returned my call. I called a third time and they told me that they did not reprint the coupons after they expired I could use the expired one. I tried and the website did not accept it. A little frustrated by the run around, I opted not to call back a fourth time to ask why the expired coupon was not accepted. If you can find this container some where else it's great, go for it!

I ordered this egg keeper, and love it! However a few days after the order I received a notice stating it would be delayed. Ok I can understand back orders, I accepted the back order, instead of trying to find it somewhere else.Eventually I did receive my product in fine condition, (<hl> It's a rubbermaid continer <hl>, pretty hard to damage). I also received a coupon in the box stating that I could get $5.00 off my next purchase. The coupon was valid "now through July 31 2005. Unfortunately I received my order in the middle of August. I called and left a message asking if I could get another coupon, no one returned my call. I called again and left a message no one returned my call. I called a third time and they told me that they did not reprint the coupons after they expired I could use the expired one. I tried and the website did not accept it.A little frustrated by the run around, I opted not to call back a fourth time to ask why the expired coupon was not accepted. If you can find this container some where else it's great, go for it!

Eventually I did receive my product in fine condition, ( <hl> It's a rubbermaid continer <hl> , pretty hard to damage).


Question: What do they make?

I bought these to assist with the stray pins that seem to jump out of the pin cushion onto the floor. My favorite use is as a assistant to medical magnets. If you are sensitive to magnetic therapy (not everyone is) it doesn't cost much to try them. I make lumbar pillows for those with back problems that do have positive responses to magnets. If it works for you great if not take some more Motrin and paste more pictures of the kids on the fridge. I like to use them as drawer liners in my desk to attract the paper clips and loose staples forever in the bottom of that drawer. I keep a strip in the medicine cabinet to hold the used razor blade I use to scrape paint and clean my glass top range when my cooking isn't quite up to par It is worth the trouble for me not to have to worry about little hands coming across them. Would enjoy hearing uses others have come up with for these. Buy a couple and let us all know. It is a hassle writing these but, I always check them before I buy anything and appreciate others that take that time

Answer: lumbar pillows

I bought these to assist with the stray pins that seem to jump out of the pin cushion onto the floor. My favorite use is as a assistant to medical magnets. If you are sensitive to magnetic therapy (not everyone is) it doesn't cost much to try them. <hl> I make lumbar pillows for those with back problems that do have positive responses to magnets. <hl> If it works for you great if not take some more Motrin and paste more pictures of the kids on the fridge. I like to use them as drawer liners in my desk to attract the paper clips and loose staples forever in the bottom of that drawer. I keep a strip in the medicine cabinet to hold the used razor blade I use to scrape paint and clean my glass top range when my cooking isn't quite up to par It is worth the trouble for me not to have to worry about little hands coming across them. Would enjoy hearing uses others have come up with for these. Buy a couple and let us all know. It is a hassle writing these but, I always check them before I buy anything and appreciate others that take that time

I bought these to assist with the stray pins that seem to jump out of the pin cushion onto the floor. My favorite use is as a assistant to medical magnets. If you are sensitive to magnetic therapy (not everyone is) it doesn't cost much to try them. I make <hl> lumbar pillows <hl> for those with back problems that do have positive responses to magnets. If it works for you great if not take some more Motrin and paste more pictures of the kids on the fridge. I like to use them as drawer liners in my desk to attract the paper clips and loose staples forever in the bottom of that drawer. I keep a strip in the medicine cabinet to hold the used razor blade I use to scrape paint and clean my glass top range when my cooking isn't quite up to par It is worth the trouble for me not to have to worry about little hands coming across them. Would enjoy hearing uses others have come up with for these. Buy a couple and let us all know. It is a hassle writing these but, I always check them before I buy anything and appreciate others that take that time


Question: How long does the pan last?

One of my go-to fry pans in my kitchen! I love Lodge cast iron pans and own many. I own two of this size which really come in handy on fried potatoes, bacon and egg weekends. I use a larger 13 1/2" to do the bacon. I cook so many things in these smaller cast iron pans I probably could fill the page but I won't bore people. Just figure anything you can cook in a regular stainless steel pan (which I own many of) will cook better in a well seasoned, loved and used Lodge cast iron pan! Great pans, if properly cared for, will live on long after you and I are gone!

Answer: if properly cared for, will live on long after you and I are gone!

One of my go-to fry pans in my kitchen! I love Lodge cast iron pans and own many. I own two of this size which really come in handy on fried potatoes, bacon and egg weekends. I use a larger 13 1/2" to do the bacon. I cook so many things in these smaller cast iron pans I probably could fill the page but I won't bore people. Just figure anything you can cook in a regular stainless steel pan (which I own many of) will cook better in a well seasoned, loved and used Lodge cast iron pan! <hl> Great pans, if properly cared for, will live on long after you and I are gone! <hl>

One of my go-to fry pans in my kitchen! I love Lodge cast iron pans and own many. I own two of this size which really come in handy on fried potatoes, bacon and egg weekends. I use a larger 13 1/2" to do the bacon. I cook so many things in these smaller cast iron pans I probably could fill the page but I won't bore people. Just figure anything you can cook in a regular stainless steel pan (which I own many of) will cook better in a well seasoned, loved and used Lodge cast iron pan! Great pans, <hl> if properly cared for, will live on long after you and I are gone! <hl>


Question: What room did the reviewer buy the bed for?

I've heard some say it was hard/stiff.. definitely not.. its molds to you body too well in my opinion. im 5"10' 175lbs.I bought this for my guest room and laid on it this morning for about 5 minutes, it felt okay.My parents spent the night last night and they have a tempur-pedic mattress at their house.I asked my mom who is very particular about her bed because she has a sensitive back.She said that she could definitely felt the difference between her bed back home and this mattress. although she had a good night sleep, one major factor was that she felt a shift in the mattress. in comparison to her tempur-pedic mattress she said that when my dad was on the bed she felt a weight shift and her side of the bed tighten, where as in her bed having someone lay next to her did not affect stiffness of her side of the bed.for roughly $180 for a full sixzed bed, i cant complain especially since its for my guest room. i'll keep you poseted on how long it will hold its shape. (11/16/11I

Answer: guest room

I've heard some say it was hard/stiff.. definitely not.. its molds to you body too well in my opinion. im 5"10' 175lbs. <hl> I bought this for my guest room and laid on it this morning for about 5 minutes, it felt okay. <hl> My parents spent the night last night and they have a tempur-pedic mattress at their house. I asked my mom who is very particular about her bed because she has a sensitive back. She said that she could definitely felt the difference between her bed back home and this mattress. although she had a good night sleep, one major factor was that she felt a shift in the mattress. in comparison to her tempur-pedic mattress she said that when my dad was on the bed she felt a weight shift and her side of the bed tighten, where as in her bed having someone lay next to her did not affect stiffness of her side of the bed.for roughly $180 for a full sixzed bed, i cant complain especially since its for my guest room. i'll keep you poseted on how long it will hold its shape. (11/16/11I

I've heard some say it was hard/stiff.. definitely not.. its molds to you body too well in my opinion. im 5"10' 175lbs.I bought this for my <hl> guest room <hl> and laid on it this morning for about 5 minutes, it felt okay.My parents spent the night last night and they have a tempur-pedic mattress at their house.I asked my mom who is very particular about her bed because she has a sensitive back.She said that she could definitely felt the difference between her bed back home and this mattress. although she had a good night sleep, one major factor was that she felt a shift in the mattress. in comparison to her tempur-pedic mattress she said that when my dad was on the bed she felt a weight shift and her side of the bed tighten, where as in her bed having someone lay next to her did not affect stiffness of her side of the bed.for roughly $180 for a full sixzed bed, i cant complain especially since its for my guest room. i'll keep you poseted on how long it will hold its shape. (11/16/11I


Question: How often does the writer use the Cuisinart set?

If you use your pots and pans as recommended, they will maintain good form and finish. Who would have thought this to be the case? We have ruined our fair share of pots and pans. My wife searched for a long time, did a lot of reading, took customer reviews from all over the internet into consideration and finally decided on this Cuisinart set. As stated, if you use them properly they will last a very long time. We've only had them for a few weeks but use them very regularly and so far they're great!

Answer: very regularly

If you use your pots and pans as recommended, they will maintain good form and finish. Who would have thought this to be the case? We have ruined our fair share of pots and pans. My wife searched for a long time, did a lot of reading, took customer reviews from all over the internet into consideration and finally decided on this Cuisinart set. As stated, if you use them properly they will last a very long time. <hl> We've only had them for a few weeks but use them very regularly and so far they're great! <hl>

If you use your pots and pans as recommended, they will maintain good form and finish. Who would have thought this to be the case? We have ruined our fair share of pots and pans. My wife searched for a long time, did a lot of reading, took customer reviews from all over the internet into consideration and finally decided on this Cuisinart set. As stated, if you use them properly they will last a very long time. We've only had them for a few weeks but use them <hl> very regularly <hl> and so far they're great!


Question: What is it bad at?

This robot is "Neato"! It does just what the description says. So much better than my old Roomba (with its hard to clean brush and its bumping hard into stuff).I do think the Neato is better at cleaning carpet than hard surface. If it is partly on and partly off a scatter rug, it doesn't clean great because of the slope.I thought it might get tangled in rug fringe, but it doesn't seem to be a problem.As others have said, it doesn't do great at edge cleaning, but neither does a big vacuum.If the Neato keeps working as well as it is right now, I'll be a happy camper.

Answer: edge cleaning

This robot is "Neato"! It does just what the description says. So much better than my old Roomba (with its hard to clean brush and its bumping hard into stuff).I do think the Neato is better at cleaning carpet than hard surface. If it is partly on and partly off a scatter rug, it doesn't clean great because of the slope. I thought it might get tangled in rug fringe, but it doesn't seem to be a problem. <hl> As others have said, it doesn't do great at edge cleaning , but neither does a big vacuum. <hl> If the Neato keeps working as well as it is right now, I'll be a happy camper.

This robot is "Neato"! It does just what the description says. So much better than my old Roomba (with its hard to clean brush and its bumping hard into stuff).I do think the Neato is better at cleaning carpet than hard surface. If it is partly on and partly off a scatter rug, it doesn't clean great because of the slope.I thought it might get tangled in rug fringe, but it doesn't seem to be a problem.As others have said, it doesn't do great at <hl> edge cleaning <hl>, but neither does a big vacuum.If the Neato keeps working as well as it is right now, I'll be a happy camper.

As others have said, it doesn't do great at <hl> edge cleaning <hl> , but neither does a big vacuum.


Question: What sized bed does the blanket fit beautifully, according to the reviewer?

I PURCHASED THIS LOVELY BLANKET FOR MY GUEST ROOM. IT ARRIVED AND I FOUND IT TO BE A TERRIFIC BUY! IT IS LIGHTWEIGHT AND SO VERY SOFT. BECAUSE THE MEASUREMENTS ARE GENEROUS, IT ACTUALLY FITS BEAUTIFULLY ON MY KING SIZED BED. THERE IS AMPLE SIDE & BOTTOM EDGE "HANG-DOWN"....I USE IT UNDER A QUILT WITH BEDSKIRT AND I DIDN'T WANT IT TO BE LONGER THAN THE QUILT. I HAVEN'T LAUNDERED IT YET, BUT I'VE HAD OTHER ITEMS MADE OF THE SAME MICROPLUSH FABRIC AND THEY WASH & DRY WITH ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS. I BELIEVE THE PRICE I PAID FOR THIS BLANKET WAS VERY REASONABLE. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A PRACTICAL AS WELL AS LUXURIOUS BLANKET AT A FAIR PRICE, I THINK YOU WILL BE WELL-SATISFIED WITH THIS ITEM.

Answer: KING SIZED BED

I PURCHASED THIS LOVELY BLANKET FOR MY GUEST ROOM. IT ARRIVED AND I FOUND IT TO BE A TERRIFIC BUY! IT IS LIGHTWEIGHT AND SO VERY SOFT. <hl> BECAUSE THE MEASUREMENTS ARE GENEROUS, IT ACTUALLY FITS BEAUTIFULLY ON MY KING SIZED BED . <hl> THERE IS AMPLE SIDE & BOTTOM EDGE "HANG-DOWN".... I USE IT UNDER A QUILT WITH BEDSKIRT AND I DIDN'T WANT IT TO BE LONGER THAN THE QUILT. I HAVEN'T LAUNDERED IT YET, BUT I'VE HAD OTHER ITEMS MADE OF THE SAME MICROPLUSH FABRIC AND THEY WASH & DRY WITH ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS. I BELIEVE THE PRICE I PAID FOR THIS BLANKET WAS VERY REASONABLE. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A PRACTICAL AS WELL AS LUXURIOUS BLANKET AT A FAIR PRICE, I THINK YOU WILL BE WELL-SATISFIED WITH THIS ITEM.

I PURCHASED THIS LOVELY BLANKET FOR MY GUEST ROOM. IT ARRIVED AND I FOUND IT TO BE A TERRIFIC BUY! IT IS LIGHTWEIGHT AND SO VERY SOFT. BECAUSE THE MEASUREMENTS ARE GENEROUS, IT ACTUALLY FITS BEAUTIFULLY ON MY <hl> KING SIZED BED <hl>. THERE IS AMPLE SIDE & BOTTOM EDGE "HANG-DOWN"....I USE IT UNDER A QUILT WITH BEDSKIRT AND I DIDN'T WANT IT TO BE LONGER THAN THE QUILT. I HAVEN'T LAUNDERED IT YET, BUT I'VE HAD OTHER ITEMS MADE OF THE SAME MICROPLUSH FABRIC AND THEY WASH & DRY WITH ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS. I BELIEVE THE PRICE I PAID FOR THIS BLANKET WAS VERY REASONABLE. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A PRACTICAL AS WELL AS LUXURIOUS BLANKET AT A FAIR PRICE, I THINK YOU WILL BE WELL-SATISFIED WITH THIS ITEM.

BECAUSE THE MEASUREMENTS ARE GENEROUS, IT ACTUALLY FITS BEAUTIFULLY ON MY <hl> KING SIZED BED <hl> .


Question: What nickname for Louisianians did the reviewer use?

What can be said about this pot other than awsome....extremly well constructed. We (coonasses) live in Louisiana and love too cook, these pots once seasoned, cook great and last forever ... minus the Handle (knob) on the lid, it being plastic will give up it's ghost after a few cooking sessions, but can be easyly replaced w/ a cabinet knob purchased at the local hardware store, but once that is done it's forever faithful. and I can say a cabinet knob being wood customizes my lids quite nicely. I know my Lid anywhere :)

Answer: coonasses

What can be said about this pot other than awsome....extremly well constructed. <hl> We ( coonasses ) live in Louisiana and love too cook, these pots once seasoned, cook great and last forever ... <hl> minus the Handle (knob) on the lid, it being plastic will give up it's ghost after a few cooking sessions, but can be easyly replaced w/ a cabinet knob purchased at the local hardware store, but once that is done it's forever faithful. and I can say a cabinet knob being wood customizes my lids quite nicely. I know my Lid anywhere :)

What can be said about this pot other than awsome....extremly well constructed. We (<hl> coonasses <hl>) live in Louisiana and love too cook, these pots once seasoned, cook great and last forever ... minus the Handle (knob) on the lid, it being plastic will give up it's ghost after a few cooking sessions, but can be easyly replaced w/ a cabinet knob purchased at the local hardware store, but once that is done it's forever faithful. and I can say a cabinet knob being wood customizes my lids quite nicely. I know my Lid anywhere :)

We ( <hl> coonasses <hl> ) live in Louisiana and love too cook, these pots once seasoned, cook great and last forever ...


Question: How long did it take to purify the air in an SUV?

I'm not sure what product was received by the other folks that have written reviews about this product but I do know that my Ionizer was a real DUD.First of all you need a really DEEP 12v socket in order to plug it in - take a look at the picture - see the little silver button on the side? That is how deep your socket must be in order to turn the Ionizer on. Then you have to constantly adjust it in the socket in order for it to stay ON.Finally it has such little power that it would take about six weeks for it to purify the air in an SUV, possibly longer.Not what I expected until I realized that it was made in China. Truly another piece of imported garbage. It is a very expensive piece of plastic junk.Buy American - if you can find it.

Answer: six weeks

I'm not sure what product was received by the other folks that have written reviews about this product but I do know that my Ionizer was a real DUD.First of all you need a really DEEP 12v socket in order to plug it in - take a look at the picture - see the little silver button on the side? That is how deep your socket must be in order to turn the Ionizer on. <hl> Then you have to constantly adjust it in the socket in order for it to stay ON.Finally it has such little power that it would take about six weeks for it to purify the air in an SUV, possibly longer. <hl> Not what I expected until I realized that it was made in China. Truly another piece of imported garbage. It is a very expensive piece of plastic junk. Buy American - if you can find it.

I'm not sure what product was received by the other folks that have written reviews about this product but I do know that my Ionizer was a real DUD.First of all you need a really DEEP 12v socket in order to plug it in - take a look at the picture - see the little silver button on the side? That is how deep your socket must be in order to turn the Ionizer on. Then you have to constantly adjust it in the socket in order for it to stay ON.Finally it has such little power that it would take about <hl> six weeks <hl> for it to purify the air in an SUV, possibly longer.Not what I expected until I realized that it was made in China. Truly another piece of imported garbage. It is a very expensive piece of plastic junk.Buy American - if you can find it.


Question: How much did I pay for shipping?

I was given a new 64 oz standard size container for my Vitamix Creations Galaxy Class (QVC) blender that came with the shorter 48 oz container. The 64 oz container I was given didn't come with a tamper and the mini one that came with my 48 oz container of course will not work. This arrived 2 days after ordering and fits and works perfectly for my new and taller 64 oz container. I now have a large and small container to use with my new Vitamix. Yay! :) Also, this tamper was only $14 plus tax. When I went to buy one from the Vitamix site I would have wound up paying over $19 after tax and shipping,...no shipping costs with prime and it was here in 2 days. :)

Answer: no shipping costs with prime

I was given a new 64 oz standard size container for my Vitamix Creations Galaxy Class (QVC) blender that came with the shorter 48 oz container. The 64 oz container I was given didn't come with a tamper and the mini one that came with my 48 oz container of course will not work. This arrived 2 days after ordering and fits and works perfectly for my new and taller 64 oz container. I now have a large and small container to use with my new Vitamix. Yay! :) Also, this tamper was only $14 plus tax. When I went to buy one from the Vitamix site I would have wound up paying over $19 after tax and shipping,... <hl> no shipping costs with prime and it was here in 2 days. <hl> :)

I was given a new 64 oz standard size container for my Vitamix Creations Galaxy Class (QVC) blender that came with the shorter 48 oz container. The 64 oz container I was given didn't come with a tamper and the mini one that came with my 48 oz container of course will not work. This arrived 2 days after ordering and fits and works perfectly for my new and taller 64 oz container. I now have a large and small container to use with my new Vitamix. Yay! :) Also, this tamper was only $14 plus tax. When I went to buy one from the Vitamix site I would have wound up paying over $19 after tax and shipping,...<hl> no shipping costs with prime <hl> and it was here in 2 days. :)


Question: What kind of packing did the replacement product have?

I ordered this and it was delivered fast but in an extremely damaged box with only a sheet of packing paper shoved in one side. It had been dropped on the small handle end and dented, and there were dents in the metal trim ring of the lid. Amazon immediately sent me out a replacement and I had it in less than 2 days; but the replacement had even less packing and had similar but smaller dents from banging around inside the box. I kept it since it wasn't too bad to be used. If it starts to chip or peel the non-stick where the dent was, I'll update the review - but so far (2 weeks) it is still looking great.

Answer: even less packing

I ordered this and it was delivered fast but in an extremely damaged box with only a sheet of packing paper shoved in one side. It had been dropped on the small handle end and dented, and there were dents in the metal trim ring of the lid. <hl> Amazon immediately sent me out a replacement and I had it in less than 2 days; but the replacement had even less packing and had similar but smaller dents from banging around inside the box. <hl> I kept it since it wasn't too bad to be used. If it starts to chip or peel the non-stick where the dent was, I'll update the review - but so far (2 weeks) it is still looking great.

I ordered this and it was delivered fast but in an extremely damaged box with only a sheet of packing paper shoved in one side. It had been dropped on the small handle end and dented, and there were dents in the metal trim ring of the lid. Amazon immediately sent me out a replacement and I had it in less than 2 days; but the replacement had <hl> even less packing <hl> and had similar but smaller dents from banging around inside the box. I kept it since it wasn't too bad to be used. If it starts to chip or peel the non-stick where the dent was, I'll update the review - but so far (2 weeks) it is still looking great.


Question: The narrator suggested not to put the product next to what?

But you're probably not going to put this next to your "nice" furniture. The color difference between the baskets and the wood of the frame is pretty significant. Also, one of my shelves had a scratch/scuff -- if I were going to use this without the baskets, that would have been a problem. Last, it's quite a bit redder than it appears in the picture.That said, it was extremely easy to put together, and it's solid once it's together. It works for me, but don't buy it expecting a high-end quality category.

Answer: furniture

<hl> But you're probably not going to put this next to your "nice" furniture . <hl> The color difference between the baskets and the wood of the frame is pretty significant. Also, one of my shelves had a scratch/scuff -- if I were going to use this without the baskets, that would have been a problem. Last, it's quite a bit redder than it appears in the picture. That said, it was extremely easy to put together, and it's solid once it's together. It works for me, but don't buy it expecting a high-end quality category.

But you're probably not going to put this next to your "nice" <hl> furniture <hl>. The color difference between the baskets and the wood of the frame is pretty significant. Also, one of my shelves had a scratch/scuff -- if I were going to use this without the baskets, that would have been a problem. Last, it's quite a bit redder than it appears in the picture.That said, it was extremely easy to put together, and it's solid once it's together. It works for me, but don't buy it expecting a high-end quality category.

But you're probably not going to put this next to your "nice" <hl> furniture <hl> .


Question: How does the surface feel after washing it?

This is a wonderful chopping board! I think this will be my next Christmas gift for all my family and friends ;) The surface is so hard it barely gets scratched in it so it always feels like it comes really clean when washing it, unlike all my others that feel rough and get things stuck in the grooves. It doesn't stain either. Also, the sellers are very helpful and friendly. The only reason for giving 4 stars instead of five is because I thought the board had such a hard surface, based on the description and after seeing the product for the first time, that it would not allow any etchmarks to get embedded in it but then found out that it does allow scoring in order to protect the knives so, while that's good, I still wanted it to stay pretty for longer! Oh well. Still...great company, great invention, great product!

Answer: really clean

This is a wonderful chopping board! I think this will be my next Christmas gift for all my family and friends ;) <hl> The surface is so hard it barely gets scratched in it so it always feels like it comes really clean when washing it, unlike all my others that feel rough and get things stuck in the grooves. <hl> It doesn't stain either. Also, the sellers are very helpful and friendly. The only reason for giving 4 stars instead of five is because I thought the board had such a hard surface, based on the description and after seeing the product for the first time, that it would not allow any etchmarks to get embedded in it but then found out that it does allow scoring in order to protect the knives so, while that's good, I still wanted it to stay pretty for longer! Oh well. Still...great company, great invention, great product!

This is a wonderful chopping board! I think this will be my next Christmas gift for all my family and friends ;) The surface is so hard it barely gets scratched in it so it always feels like it comes <hl> really clean <hl> when washing it, unlike all my others that feel rough and get things stuck in the grooves. It doesn't stain either. Also, the sellers are very helpful and friendly. The only reason for giving 4 stars instead of five is because I thought the board had such a hard surface, based on the description and after seeing the product for the first time, that it would not allow any etchmarks to get embedded in it but then found out that it does allow scoring in order to protect the knives so, while that's good, I still wanted it to stay pretty for longer! Oh well. Still...great company, great invention, great product!


Question: What other mattress is the this bed compared to?

Answer: tempur-pedic

I've heard some say it was hard/stiff.. definitely not.. its molds to you body too well in my opinion. im 5"10' 175lbs. I bought this for my guest room and laid on it this morning for about 5 minutes, it felt okay. <hl> My parents spent the night last night and they have a tempur-pedic mattress at their house. <hl> I asked my mom who is very particular about her bed because she has a sensitive back. She said that she could definitely felt the difference between her bed back home and this mattress. although she had a good night sleep, one major factor was that she felt a shift in the mattress. in comparison to her tempur-pedic mattress she said that when my dad was on the bed she felt a weight shift and her side of the bed tighten, where as in her bed having someone lay next to her did not affect stiffness of her side of the bed.for roughly $180 for a full sixzed bed, i cant complain especially since its for my guest room. i'll keep you poseted on how long it will hold its shape. (11/16/11I

I've heard some say it was hard/stiff.. definitely not.. its molds to you body too well in my opinion. im 5"10' 175lbs.I bought this for my guest room and laid on it this morning for about 5 minutes, it felt okay.My parents spent the night last night and they have a <hl> tempur-pedic <hl> mattress at their house.I asked my mom who is very particular about her bed because she has a sensitive back.She said that she could definitely felt the difference between her bed back home and this mattress. although she had a good night sleep, one major factor was that she felt a shift in the mattress. in comparison to her tempur-pedic mattress she said that when my dad was on the bed she felt a weight shift and her side of the bed tighten, where as in her bed having someone lay next to her did not affect stiffness of her side of the bed.for roughly $180 for a full sixzed bed, i cant complain especially since its for my guest room. i'll keep you poseted on how long it will hold its shape. (11/16/11I


Question: What does it not do?

This is one dandy can opener. After dealing with a couple of Chinese imports, I found this opener, bought it in a flash -- and the first time I used it, I remembered what a good hand can opener is. I had nearly forgotten. This opener CUTS through the metal easily and smoothly. It CUTS all the way around the can. It does not leave uncut areas, jagged edges, or little whiskers of metal that could fall into the food. It does not strain even my somewhat arthritic hands. In short, it does the job it's supposed to do, and does it easily and smoothly. All Hail a Decent, Made-in-the-USA Can Opener! I'm going to give them as Christmas presents to a couple of people. Seriously.

Answer: leave uncut areas, jagged edges, or little whiskers of metal

This is one dandy can opener. After dealing with a couple of Chinese imports, I found this opener, bought it in a flash -- and the first time I used it, I remembered what a good hand can opener is. I had nearly forgotten. This opener CUTS through the metal easily and smoothly. It CUTS all the way around the can. <hl> It does not leave uncut areas, jagged edges, or little whiskers of metal that could fall into the food. <hl> It does not strain even my somewhat arthritic hands. In short, it does the job it's supposed to do, and does it easily and smoothly. All Hail a Decent, Made-in-the-USA Can Opener! I'm going to give them as Christmas presents to a couple of people. Seriously.

This is one dandy can opener. After dealing with a couple of Chinese imports, I found this opener, bought it in a flash -- and the first time I used it, I remembered what a good hand can opener is. I had nearly forgotten. This opener CUTS through the metal easily and smoothly. It CUTS all the way around the can. It does not <hl> leave uncut areas, jagged edges, or little whiskers of metal <hl> that could fall into the food. It does not strain even my somewhat arthritic hands. In short, it does the job it's supposed to do, and does it easily and smoothly. All Hail a Decent, Made-in-the-USA Can Opener! I'm going to give them as Christmas presents to a couple of people. Seriously.


Question: Should I preheat the fondue pot?

My husband and I love this fondue pot period. I've only had one time that something burnt to the bottom and that was my fault for turning the heat up too high. We've tried broths, cheese, and chocolate in it and couldn't be happier! My only complaint is what it seems all overs have griped about too, the cord is very short. We even have an outlet right under our table and still need an extension cord, but unlike most others we don't really mind using one. No, it's not pretty but it lets us eat our fondue on the table and not on the floor. One piece of advice I will give others is when preparing to use a broth, preheat the pot. If not it will take forever to heat up enough to actually cook your food.

Answer: preheat the pot

My husband and I love this fondue pot period. I've only had one time that something burnt to the bottom and that was my fault for turning the heat up too high. We've tried broths, cheese, and chocolate in it and couldn't be happier! My only complaint is what it seems all overs have griped about too, the cord is very short. We even have an outlet right under our table and still need an extension cord, but unlike most others we don't really mind using one. No, it's not pretty but it lets us eat our fondue on the table and not on the floor. <hl> One piece of advice I will give others is when preparing to use a broth, preheat the pot . <hl> If not it will take forever to heat up enough to actually cook your food.

My husband and I love this fondue pot period. I've only had one time that something burnt to the bottom and that was my fault for turning the heat up too high. We've tried broths, cheese, and chocolate in it and couldn't be happier! My only complaint is what it seems all overs have griped about too, the cord is very short. We even have an outlet right under our table and still need an extension cord, but unlike most others we don't really mind using one. No, it's not pretty but it lets us eat our fondue on the table and not on the floor. One piece of advice I will give others is when preparing to use a broth, <hl> preheat the pot <hl>. If not it will take forever to heat up enough to actually cook your food.

One piece of advice I will give others is when preparing to use a broth, <hl> preheat the pot <hl> .


Question: Where does the person caution that the lids might end up?

These things are great for wine drinkers! I've used mine for transporting in a back back when walking/hiking and for storing leftover wine. Yes, that occasionally happens :), esp when you have more than multiple bottles going with guests around. I have labeled one for white, rose, and red, because I just feel better about it that way lol, but I'm not sure it's really necessary. I've never spilled a drop either filling or pouring, not sure why some have trouble with that. The lids are air tight, never had a leak. My only caution would be to make sure you have a safe place to store lids while drying, as they do resemble lids from other types of bottles and with 'helpers' around they could easily end up in the recycling or the trash! No problems cleaning the pouches, I just follow the directions on the side. Highly recommend these, also a great value in the 4-pack!

Answer: recycling or the trash

These things are great for wine drinkers! I've used mine for transporting in a back back when walking/hiking and for storing leftover wine. Yes, that occasionally happens :), esp when you have more than multiple bottles going with guests around. I have labeled one for white, rose, and red, because I just feel better about it that way lol, but I'm not sure it's really necessary. I've never spilled a drop either filling or pouring, not sure why some have trouble with that. The lids are air tight, never had a leak. <hl> My only caution would be to make sure you have a safe place to store lids while drying, as they do resemble lids from other types of bottles and with 'helpers' around they could easily end up in the recycling or the trash ! <hl> No problems cleaning the pouches, I just follow the directions on the side. Highly recommend these, also a great value in the 4-pack!

These things are great for wine drinkers! I've used mine for transporting in a back back when walking/hiking and for storing leftover wine. Yes, that occasionally happens :), esp when you have more than multiple bottles going with guests around. I have labeled one for white, rose, and red, because I just feel better about it that way lol, but I'm not sure it's really necessary. I've never spilled a drop either filling or pouring, not sure why some have trouble with that. The lids are air tight, never had a leak. My only caution would be to make sure you have a safe place to store lids while drying, as they do resemble lids from other types of bottles and with 'helpers' around they could easily end up in the <hl> recycling or the trash <hl>! No problems cleaning the pouches, I just follow the directions on the side. Highly recommend these, also a great value in the 4-pack!

My only caution would be to make sure you have a safe place to store lids while drying, as they do resemble lids from other types of bottles and with 'helpers' around they could easily end up in the <hl> recycling or the trash <hl> !


Question: did the powdered sugar work well?

I used this mold last night for the first time, and it was extremely easy. The package recommended that I lightly dust the mold with cornstarch but I used powdered sugar instead, with great results. I used the mold to make the beads and they looked great on my cake when finished. I did learn to make sure to replace the powdered sugar dusting at least every two or three sets of packing the mold or I'd get a bit of sticking, and this was easily accomplished by using a small paint brush. I also learned to make sure that I didn't have excess fondant on the sides or back of the beads as this made the beads look a bit sloppy, but I just used a small sharp knife to cut away any excess and it only took a couple of seconds. Highly recommended.

Answer: great results

I used this mold last night for the first time, and it was extremely easy. <hl> The package recommended that I lightly dust the mold with cornstarch but I used powdered sugar instead, with great results . <hl> I used the mold to make the beads and they looked great on my cake when finished. I did learn to make sure to replace the powdered sugar dusting at least every two or three sets of packing the mold or I'd get a bit of sticking, and this was easily accomplished by using a small paint brush. I also learned to make sure that I didn't have excess fondant on the sides or back of the beads as this made the beads look a bit sloppy, but I just used a small sharp knife to cut away any excess and it only took a couple of seconds. Highly recommended.

I used this mold last night for the first time, and it was extremely easy. The package recommended that I lightly dust the mold with cornstarch but I used powdered sugar instead, with <hl> great results <hl>. I used the mold to make the beads and they looked great on my cake when finished. I did learn to make sure to replace the powdered sugar dusting at least every two or three sets of packing the mold or I'd get a bit of sticking, and this was easily accomplished by using a small paint brush. I also learned to make sure that I didn't have excess fondant on the sides or back of the beads as this made the beads look a bit sloppy, but I just used a small sharp knife to cut away any excess and it only took a couple of seconds. Highly recommended.

The package recommended that I lightly dust the mold with cornstarch but I used powdered sugar instead, with <hl> great results <hl> .


Question: What is basically needed to inserted into you main water line?

They call it a whole house filtration system, which would lead you to believe that everything you need to install is included, but it's not. And installation is much more involved than I expected. Basically this is just the filter and a large fiberglass cap that has to be inserted into your main water line. And for proper install, you would also have to buy pipes and valves that would let you bypass the filter in order to swap it out. It is priced accordingly,tho, as you'll see that just the filter alone costs almost as much as this "system". Overall, I'm disappointed, and was expecting something more feasible for the DIYer, and I just don't think this is it.

Answer: the filter and a large fiberglass cap

They call it a whole house filtration system, which would lead you to believe that everything you need to install is included, but it's not. And installation is much more involved than I expected. <hl> Basically this is just the filter and a large fiberglass cap that has to be inserted into your main water line. <hl> And for proper install, you would also have to buy pipes and valves that would let you bypass the filter in order to swap it out. It is priced accordingly,tho, as you'll see that just the filter alone costs almost as much as this "system". Overall, I'm disappointed, and was expecting something more feasible for the DIYer, and I just don't think this is it.

They call it a whole house filtration system, which would lead you to believe that everything you need to install is included, but it's not. And installation is much more involved than I expected. Basically this is just <hl> the filter and a large fiberglass cap <hl> that has to be inserted into your main water line. And for proper install, you would also have to buy pipes and valves that would let you bypass the filter in order to swap it out. It is priced accordingly,tho, as you'll see that just the filter alone costs almost as much as this "system". Overall, I'm disappointed, and was expecting something more feasible for the DIYer, and I just don't think this is it.


Question: what site do they use for their purchases?

This is a perfect gift for someone who drinks wine. As the pictures show, you can give it to someone with a bottle of wine in it, then they can use it to collect their corks in.I use Amazon for most of my purchases and update my reviews if anything changes with the products. I do this so other Amazon users can get a real feel for the life of the product. You can look at my review which will be close to my purchase date and tell how the product is doing as time passes. I am not associated with any company and all opinions are my very own.

Answer: Amazon

This is a perfect gift for someone who drinks wine. As the pictures show, you can give it to someone with a bottle of wine in it, then they can use it to collect their corks in. <hl> I use Amazon for most of my purchases and update my reviews if anything changes with the products. <hl> I do this so other Amazon users can get a real feel for the life of the product. You can look at my review which will be close to my purchase date and tell how the product is doing as time passes. I am not associated with any company and all opinions are my very own.

This is a perfect gift for someone who drinks wine. As the pictures show, you can give it to someone with a bottle of wine in it, then they can use it to collect their corks in.I use <hl> Amazon <hl> for most of my purchases and update my reviews if anything changes with the products. I do this so other Amazon users can get a real feel for the life of the product. You can look at my review which will be close to my purchase date and tell how the product is doing as time passes. I am not associated with any company and all opinions are my very own.


Question: What is the purpose of the bags?

I hate to pay so much for bags, but I really can see it prolongs the life of the fruit. Since fruits like blackberries and blueberries are so pricey, it's worth it to me to get these.They can be used up to 2 months, just don't put more than one kind of fruit in it at a time. Fruit stored together like that can encourage each other to ripen faster.I keep some bananas on a hanger on the counter, but put 1/2 in a green bag in the fridge. They stay firm instead of getting ripe too fast.If moisture accumulates inside the bag, you'll want to wipe it dry with a paper towel to keep the fruit longer.

Answer: prolongs the life of the fruit

<hl> I hate to pay so much for bags, but I really can see it prolongs the life of the fruit . <hl> Since fruits like blackberries and blueberries are so pricey, it's worth it to me to get these. They can be used up to 2 months, just don't put more than one kind of fruit in it at a time. Fruit stored together like that can encourage each other to ripen faster. I keep some bananas on a hanger on the counter, but put 1/2 in a green bag in the fridge. They stay firm instead of getting ripe too fast. If moisture accumulates inside the bag, you'll want to wipe it dry with a paper towel to keep the fruit longer.

I hate to pay so much for bags, but I really can see it <hl> prolongs the life of the fruit <hl>. Since fruits like blackberries and blueberries are so pricey, it's worth it to me to get these.They can be used up to 2 months, just don't put more than one kind of fruit in it at a time. Fruit stored together like that can encourage each other to ripen faster.I keep some bananas on a hanger on the counter, but put 1/2 in a green bag in the fridge. They stay firm instead of getting ripe too fast.If moisture accumulates inside the bag, you'll want to wipe it dry with a paper towel to keep the fruit longer.

I hate to pay so much for bags, but I really can see it <hl> prolongs the life of the fruit <hl> .


Question: What is the maximum weight of vegetables that is expected to be steamed at a time by the Aladdin collapsible steamer?

Ordered, got quick delivery, tried it out and it works. The Aladdin 32-Ounce Collapsible Steamer functions just as it's advertised.Steaming vegetables is an excellent method to retain nutrients, color and flavor. When home alone and cooking for oneself it beats the heck out of steaming on the range and when away from home, at work, or on the road it's a no brainer. It's quick and cleans up easily too. An excellent idea from Aladdin.

Answer: 32-Ounce

Ordered, got quick delivery, tried it out and it works. <hl> The Aladdin 32-Ounce Collapsible Steamer functions just as it's advertised. <hl> Steaming vegetables is an excellent method to retain nutrients, color and flavor. When home alone and cooking for oneself it beats the heck out of steaming on the range and when away from home, at work, or on the road it's a no brainer. It's quick and cleans up easily too. An excellent idea from Aladdin.

Ordered, got quick delivery, tried it out and it works. The Aladdin <hl> 32-Ounce <hl> Collapsible Steamer functions just as it's advertised.Steaming vegetables is an excellent method to retain nutrients, color and flavor. When home alone and cooking for oneself it beats the heck out of steaming on the range and when away from home, at work, or on the road it's a no brainer. It's quick and cleans up easily too. An excellent idea from Aladdin.


Question: How does everyone who tries them feel?

We first tried these at a friend's dinner party, and immediately ordered a set as a gift and one for ourselves. You can grind the salt or pepper into the base, then measure it out (great for cooking), or take off the base and grind it right onto your meal. You can adjust the grind, too.Everyone who's tried them enjoys them. A great gift and a fun way to salt and pepper your food. (Another plus: there's really no flavor difference between fresh- and pre-ground salt, but this grinder prevents the potential problem of clumping salt in humid weather!)

Answer: enjoys them

Everyone who's tried them enjoys them .

We first tried these at a friend's dinner party, and immediately ordered a set as a gift and one for ourselves. You can grind the salt or pepper into the base, then measure it out (great for cooking), or take off the base and grind it right onto your meal. You can adjust the grind, too. <hl> Everyone who's tried them enjoys them . <hl> A great gift and a fun way to salt and pepper your food. (Another plus: there's really no flavor difference between fresh- and pre-ground salt, but this grinder prevents the potential problem of clumping salt in humid weather!)

We first tried these at a friend's dinner party, and immediately ordered a set as a gift and one for ourselves. You can grind the salt or pepper into the base, then measure it out (great for cooking), or take off the base and grind it right onto your meal. You can adjust the grind, too.Everyone who's tried them <hl> enjoys them <hl>. A great gift and a fun way to salt and pepper your food. (Another plus: there's really no flavor difference between fresh- and pre-ground salt, but this grinder prevents the potential problem of clumping salt in humid weather!)

Everyone who's tried them <hl> enjoys them <hl> .


Question: how does the writer rate their cooking ability?

Was trying to justify spending a lot of money for a set of All Clad cookware. I am a Cooks Illustrated follower. All Clad is consistently rated tops. I still could not bring myself to spend that kind of money. I am a intermediate level cook. I am so glad I read their reviews on the Calphalon set. I purchased the 13 piece set and was wowed! The set is beautiful and does cook like a dream. I am so glad read the reviews. When cooking with these pots and pans, it is crucial to preheat them on medium heat. I use a light coating of oil, not Pam. I have cooked eggs, over easy, and no problems with sticking. Cleaning them is a breeze as well. I use a little Bar Keepers Friend and they shine right up. The cookware seems to heat evenly thanks to the tri ply construction. I am totally thrilled with my purchase and am so happy to have saved well over $1200 by going with the Calphalon.

Answer: intermediate

I am a intermediate level cook.

Was trying to justify spending a lot of money for a set of All Clad cookware. I am a Cooks Illustrated follower. All Clad is consistently rated tops. I still could not bring myself to spend that kind of money. <hl> I am a intermediate level cook. <hl> I am so glad I read their reviews on the Calphalon set. I purchased the 13 piece set and was wowed! The set is beautiful and does cook like a dream. I am so glad read the reviews. When cooking with these pots and pans, it is crucial to preheat them on medium heat. I use a light coating of oil, not Pam. I have cooked eggs, over easy, and no problems with sticking. Cleaning them is a breeze as well. I use a little Bar Keepers Friend and they shine right up. The cookware seems to heat evenly thanks to the tri ply construction. I am totally thrilled with my purchase and am so happy to have saved well over $1200 by going with the Calphalon.

Was trying to justify spending a lot of money for a set of All Clad cookware. I am a Cooks Illustrated follower. All Clad is consistently rated tops. I still could not bring myself to spend that kind of money. I am a <hl> intermediate <hl> level cook. I am so glad I read their reviews on the Calphalon set. I purchased the 13 piece set and was wowed! The set is beautiful and does cook like a dream. I am so glad read the reviews. When cooking with these pots and pans, it is crucial to preheat them on medium heat. I use a light coating of oil, not Pam. I have cooked eggs, over easy, and no problems with sticking. Cleaning them is a breeze as well. I use a little Bar Keepers Friend and they shine right up. The cookware seems to heat evenly thanks to the tri ply construction. I am totally thrilled with my purchase and am so happy to have saved well over $1200 by going with the Calphalon.


Question: What does the alternative have unlike the French ovens?

This is an inexpensive alternative to the higher priced French ovens. It is a bit heavier though, than comparable others. Unlike the French ovens, this one has little spikes on the inside of the lid which serve to baste the food as it roasts. They do work and when you open the lid, you don't have a lot of hot water dripping off of it.Just so you know, the inside is white and does stain. There is some product out there that would probably remove the stains, but I don't mind enough to have searched for it. After soaking the pot in soapy water, a baking soda paste and a nylon scrubber will remove baked on greasy spots on the outside without harming the finish. Oddly, the persimmon color darkens to a very dark orange with heat, but it returns to its original color as the pot cools. Turns out that that oddity has actually kept me from grabbing a hot lid at least once. The pot's outside is entirely enameled and the bottom is flat, so it could be used on a ceramic stove top without risk of scratches.It's a very nice pot.

Answer: little spikes

This is an inexpensive alternative to the higher priced French ovens. It is a bit heavier though, than comparable others. <hl> Unlike the French ovens, this one has little spikes on the inside of the lid which serve to baste the food as it roasts. <hl> They do work and when you open the lid, you don't have a lot of hot water dripping off of it. Just so you know, the inside is white and does stain. There is some product out there that would probably remove the stains, but I don't mind enough to have searched for it. After soaking the pot in soapy water, a baking soda paste and a nylon scrubber will remove baked on greasy spots on the outside without harming the finish. Oddly, the persimmon color darkens to a very dark orange with heat, but it returns to its original color as the pot cools. Turns out that that oddity has actually kept me from grabbing a hot lid at least once. The pot's outside is entirely enameled and the bottom is flat, so it could be used on a ceramic stove top without risk of scratches. It's a very nice pot.

This is an inexpensive alternative to the higher priced French ovens. It is a bit heavier though, than comparable others. Unlike the French ovens, this one has <hl> little spikes <hl> on the inside of the lid which serve to baste the food as it roasts. They do work and when you open the lid, you don't have a lot of hot water dripping off of it.Just so you know, the inside is white and does stain. There is some product out there that would probably remove the stains, but I don't mind enough to have searched for it. After soaking the pot in soapy water, a baking soda paste and a nylon scrubber will remove baked on greasy spots on the outside without harming the finish. Oddly, the persimmon color darkens to a very dark orange with heat, but it returns to its original color as the pot cools. Turns out that that oddity has actually kept me from grabbing a hot lid at least once. The pot's outside is entirely enameled and the bottom is flat, so it could be used on a ceramic stove top without risk of scratches.It's a very nice pot.


Question: Where is the product produced?

It is likeable enough. It is glass with a metal twist on/off top, made in Mexico. Quality is about right for what you get now days. It is not the quality of the good old American made glass and metal and the tolerances on the threads between the metal top and the glass vessel could be better.However it does work and it is a little better than I expected in today's world marketplace.We keep Parmesan cheese in ours, to seal it for freshness we place a plastic sandwich bag over the top and secure it with a rubber band. Easy on and easy off and it works well.

Answer: Mexico

It is likeable enough. <hl> It is glass with a metal twist on/off top, made in Mexico . <hl> Quality is about right for what you get now days. It is not the quality of the good old American made glass and metal and the tolerances on the threads between the metal top and the glass vessel could be better. However it does work and it is a little better than I expected in today's world marketplace. We keep Parmesan cheese in ours, to seal it for freshness we place a plastic sandwich bag over the top and secure it with a rubber band. Easy on and easy off and it works well.

It is likeable enough. It is glass with a metal twist on/off top, made in <hl> Mexico <hl>. Quality is about right for what you get now days. It is not the quality of the good old American made glass and metal and the tolerances on the threads between the metal top and the glass vessel could be better.However it does work and it is a little better than I expected in today's world marketplace.We keep Parmesan cheese in ours, to seal it for freshness we place a plastic sandwich bag over the top and secure it with a rubber band. Easy on and easy off and it works well.

It is glass with a metal twist on/off top, made in <hl> Mexico <hl> .


Question: What is the problem with Trader Joe's rice?

I'm not a cook. I don't plan out my meals days in advance or even hours in advance. My kids are hungry, I look in the fridge and make them something quick and easy before they get too irritable. I have a rice cooker, but never use it because it takes too long and I don't enjoy the clean up. For rice, I've been using the Trader Joe's precooked rice that takes 3 minutes in the microwave. Now, that's quick and easy. The problem is that the packets aren't enough. The Sistema rice steamer is the solution. Quick and easy. 1 minute of prep - measure out the rice, rinse, add water. 12 minutes of microwave time. 3 minutes of resting and the rice is perfect!!! Everytime. Enjoy and then into the dishwasher. Quick and easy.

Answer: the packets aren't enough

I'm not a cook. I don't plan out my meals days in advance or even hours in advance. My kids are hungry, I look in the fridge and make them something quick and easy before they get too irritable. I have a rice cooker, but never use it because it takes too long and I don't enjoy the clean up. For rice, I've been using the Trader Joe's precooked rice that takes 3 minutes in the microwave. Now, that's quick and easy. <hl> The problem is that the packets aren't enough . <hl> The Sistema rice steamer is the solution. Quick and easy. 1 minute of prep - measure out the rice, rinse, add water. 12 minutes of microwave time. 3 minutes of resting and the rice is perfect!!! Everytime. Enjoy and then into the dishwasher. Quick and easy.

I'm not a cook. I don't plan out my meals days in advance or even hours in advance. My kids are hungry, I look in the fridge and make them something quick and easy before they get too irritable. I have a rice cooker, but never use it because it takes too long and I don't enjoy the clean up. For rice, I've been using the Trader Joe's precooked rice that takes 3 minutes in the microwave. Now, that's quick and easy. The problem is that <hl> the packets aren't enough <hl>. The Sistema rice steamer is the solution. Quick and easy. 1 minute of prep - measure out the rice, rinse, add water. 12 minutes of microwave time. 3 minutes of resting and the rice is perfect!!! Everytime. Enjoy and then into the dishwasher. Quick and easy.

The problem is that <hl> the packets aren't enough <hl> .