Question: What aspect of the handle makes it safer to use?

Not sure what the complaints are about but this little guy works as advertised. It light and a little thicker in the glass than my other carafe, still like both. What I like about this one is that the handle does not come out at 90deg. it bends down which makes it easier and safer hold and to clean cause it kind of hooks on your fingers as you clean it. Like all carafes of this type you should basically hand wash rather than stick it in the dish washer they are delicate and I think I like it that way helps keep me patient. I don't really use the lid. unless I have company, I make lattes 2 cups max no lid needed. The lid snaps in place with no problem. I will be ordering another one in the future because there are times I become extra clumsy.

Answer: the handle does not come out at 90deg. it bends down which makes it easier and safer hold and to clean

Not sure what the complaints are about but this little guy works as advertised. It light and a little thicker in the glass than my other carafe, still like both. <hl> What I like about this one is that the handle does not come out at 90deg. it bends down which makes it easier and safer hold and to clean cause it kind of hooks on your fingers as you clean it. <hl> Like all carafes of this type you should basically hand wash rather than stick it in the dish washer they are delicate and I think I like it that way helps keep me patient. I don't really use the lid. unless I have company, I make lattes 2 cups max no lid needed. The lid snaps in place with no problem. I will be ordering another one in the future because there are times I become extra clumsy.

Not sure what the complaints are about but this little guy works as advertised. It light and a little thicker in the glass than my other carafe, still like both. What I like about this one is that <hl> the handle does not come out at 90deg. it bends down which makes it easier and safer hold and to clean <hl> cause it kind of hooks on your fingers as you clean it. Like all carafes of this type you should basically hand wash rather than stick it in the dish washer they are delicate and I think I like it that way helps keep me patient. I don't really use the lid. unless I have company, I make lattes 2 cups max no lid needed. The lid snaps in place with no problem. I will be ordering another one in the future because there are times I become extra clumsy.


Question: What did they just receive a few days ago?

I must say this is much faster, easier to use and provides for a quicker cleanup than my other method - which is using an old (clean) cotton t-shirt. I still prefer the way that almond milk turns out when strained through something that is more tightly woven - which captures all of the fiber.I just received this new nut milk bag a couple days ago, and was eager to give it a try. While it works good, it leaves the nut milk a bit too gritty for my taste.I'm making my almond milk in a Blendtec blender. Maybe I'm just running it too long, and grinding up the almonds too fine. I'll play around with the length of time, and blender speed settings...maybe I'll be able to make a nice smooth (not gritty) almond milk using this bag after all. I'll report back after a few tests.

Answer: nut milk bag

I must say this is much faster, easier to use and provides for a quicker cleanup than my other method - which is using an old (clean) cotton t-shirt. I still prefer the way that almond milk turns out when strained through something that is more tightly woven - which captures all of the fiber. <hl> I just received this new nut milk bag a couple days ago, and was eager to give it a try. <hl> While it works good, it leaves the nut milk a bit too gritty for my taste. I'm making my almond milk in a Blendtec blender. Maybe I'm just running it too long, and grinding up the almonds too fine. I'll play around with the length of time, and blender speed settings... maybe I'll be able to make a nice smooth (not gritty) almond milk using this bag after all. I'll report back after a few tests.

I must say this is much faster, easier to use and provides for a quicker cleanup than my other method - which is using an old (clean) cotton t-shirt. I still prefer the way that almond milk turns out when strained through something that is more tightly woven - which captures all of the fiber.I just received this new <hl> nut milk bag <hl> a couple days ago, and was eager to give it a try. While it works good, it leaves the nut milk a bit too gritty for my taste.I'm making my almond milk in a Blendtec blender. Maybe I'm just running it too long, and grinding up the almonds too fine. I'll play around with the length of time, and blender speed settings...maybe I'll be able to make a nice smooth (not gritty) almond milk using this bag after all. I'll report back after a few tests.


Question: How many brands are better than All-Clad, according to the user?

We have an entire set of All-Clad, and need to add a couple more pieces. They're expensive! So why pay such a high price? Because without execption, there is none better. These pots and pans are built to last, out last and then some. The bottoms never warp so it's always even heating, no wolbbling on the burner, food doesn't run to one edge.Cleaning is a snap. Being stainless steel, the surface is very smooth and hard. If something does manage to get stuck, I just put water and liquid soap in the pot, and boil it for 5 minutes. Comes right out.Yes, they are expensive at first, but when you figure all the years they're going to last, cost per year is cheap. I honestly figure these pots and pans will be in the family long after I'm gone, passed on to my daughter, and probably to hers later. That makes them very cheap.

Answer: none

We have an entire set of All-Clad, and need to add a couple more pieces. They're expensive! So why pay such a high price? <hl> Because without execption, there is none better. <hl> These pots and pans are built to last, out last and then some. The bottoms never warp so it's always even heating, no wolbbling on the burner, food doesn't run to one edge. Cleaning is a snap. Being stainless steel, the surface is very smooth and hard. If something does manage to get stuck, I just put water and liquid soap in the pot, and boil it for 5 minutes. Comes right out. Yes, they are expensive at first, but when you figure all the years they're going to last, cost per year is cheap. I honestly figure these pots and pans will be in the family long after I'm gone, passed on to my daughter, and probably to hers later. That makes them very cheap.

We have an entire set of All-Clad, and need to add a couple more pieces. They're expensive! So why pay such a high price? Because without execption, there is <hl> none <hl> better. These pots and pans are built to last, out last and then some. The bottoms never warp so it's always even heating, no wolbbling on the burner, food doesn't run to one edge.Cleaning is a snap. Being stainless steel, the surface is very smooth and hard. If something does manage to get stuck, I just put water and liquid soap in the pot, and boil it for 5 minutes. Comes right out.Yes, they are expensive at first, but when you figure all the years they're going to last, cost per year is cheap. I honestly figure these pots and pans will be in the family long after I'm gone, passed on to my daughter, and probably to hers later. That makes them very cheap.


Question: What is their opinion on the item?

There are 3 great things about this hamper. It is collapsable, requires no tools to put together, and it has a lid that doesn't need to be opened and closed to put clothes in. Another plus is that it appears solid and should hold up. I put the lid on wrong at first; most of the lid goes on the inside. When the lid is on correctly, the sides don't fold in. The instructions didn't make sense, but the product picture is clear. I have many OXO products that are absolutely perfect, but I have a few little quibbles about this hamper. It looks utilitarian. The plastic-ish material (label says it is not PVC) looks like industrial plastic and the only venting is in the lid. Either wash quick or don't put damp thing in it. I like the suggestions in the OXO promotional video, which mentions toy storage or off-season clothes storage as possible uses. My experience with this type of products is spend a little more and it will last, so overall, I like it.

Answer: like it

There are 3 great things about this hamper. It is collapsable, requires no tools to put together, and it has a lid that doesn't need to be opened and closed to put clothes in. Another plus is that it appears solid and should hold up. I put the lid on wrong at first; most of the lid goes on the inside. When the lid is on correctly, the sides don't fold in. The instructions didn't make sense, but the product picture is clear. I have many OXO products that are absolutely perfect, but I have a few little quibbles about this hamper. It looks utilitarian. The plastic-ish material (label says it is not PVC) looks like industrial plastic and the only venting is in the lid. Either wash quick or don't put damp thing in it. I like the suggestions in the OXO promotional video, which mentions toy storage or off-season clothes storage as possible uses. <hl> My experience with this type of products is spend a little more and it will last, so overall, I like it . <hl>

There are 3 great things about this hamper. It is collapsable, requires no tools to put together, and it has a lid that doesn't need to be opened and closed to put clothes in. Another plus is that it appears solid and should hold up. I put the lid on wrong at first; most of the lid goes on the inside. When the lid is on correctly, the sides don't fold in. The instructions didn't make sense, but the product picture is clear. I have many OXO products that are absolutely perfect, but I have a few little quibbles about this hamper. It looks utilitarian. The plastic-ish material (label says it is not PVC) looks like industrial plastic and the only venting is in the lid. Either wash quick or don't put damp thing in it. I like the suggestions in the OXO promotional video, which mentions toy storage or off-season clothes storage as possible uses. My experience with this type of products is spend a little more and it will last, so overall, I <hl> like it <hl>.

My experience with this type of products is spend a little more and it will last, so overall, I <hl> like it <hl> .


Question: How much does the author weigh?

One must take into consideration the price of an item if you are going to be fair in evaluating it. This is an inexpensive ottoman, but I am surprised how nice looking it is and how sturdy. Yes it is small, but I knew that already before I bought it, so no deductions for that. The bonded leather is really nice looking and looks like leather. I sat on it and as I weight about 180 it held me quite easily - although it will not be used for seating (children could use it without a problem for this purpose). For value, function and looks this ottoman has exceeded my expectations and for that I give it a 5 star rating and as long as you understand the limitations, I would definitely recommend this product. It also holds quite a bit inside of it as a storage unit. Form, function, looks and value - this has it all.

Answer: 180

One must take into consideration the price of an item if you are going to be fair in evaluating it. This is an inexpensive ottoman, but I am surprised how nice looking it is and how sturdy. Yes it is small, but I knew that already before I bought it, so no deductions for that. The bonded leather is really nice looking and looks like leather. <hl> I sat on it and as I weight about 180 it held me quite easily - although it will not be used for seating (children could use it without a problem for this purpose). <hl> For value, function and looks this ottoman has exceeded my expectations and for that I give it a 5 star rating and as long as you understand the limitations, I would definitely recommend this product. It also holds quite a bit inside of it as a storage unit. Form, function, looks and value - this has it all.

One must take into consideration the price of an item if you are going to be fair in evaluating it. This is an inexpensive ottoman, but I am surprised how nice looking it is and how sturdy. Yes it is small, but I knew that already before I bought it, so no deductions for that. The bonded leather is really nice looking and looks like leather. I sat on it and as I weight about <hl> 180 <hl> it held me quite easily - although it will not be used for seating (children could use it without a problem for this purpose). For value, function and looks this ottoman has exceeded my expectations and for that I give it a 5 star rating and as long as you understand the limitations, I would definitely recommend this product. It also holds quite a bit inside of it as a storage unit. Form, function, looks and value - this has it all.


Question: What did the reviewer say was too weak on the product to handle a careless person passing by?

I love this little thing. It counts up, counts down, easy to use, easy to see and hear, sticks to my fridge, stands upright on a surface when you deploy the little stand in back, and very best of all just pops in your pocket. The latter feature is especially useful to me, as I will frequently have something going on the stove or in the oven but do not wish to be stuck within hearing distance of the stove's timer. This little device allows me to roam, even outside, confident that I won't forget something is cooking, and is handier than other portable alternatives.As for durability, I used it very frequently and without incident for 15 months. Then one day I accidentally bumped it with my shoulder while passing the fridge (I store the device on the fridge door) and the magnet failed to hold it and it fell around five feet to the kitchen floor. This knocked open the battery case door, dislodged the battery, and bent the spring that holds the battery in position. However, I easily repaired it and, bearing in mind we're not paying Rolex prices here, I considered the problem to be more the magnet is too weak to handle a careless passerby than the device is too flimsy to withstand smashing on the floor. You could of course just store the device in a safer position or place, but I elected to glue a neodymium magnet to the back to take care of it, and we've since been using the timer almost daily again without any problems.Given what I paid for it and the length of time I have now used it my ownership costis about to get below a penny a day. Given its utility and the frequency with which I use it I'd have to say that "for the money" this merits five stars, for me it has been a very useful item for little cost.

Answer: magnet

I love this little thing. It counts up, counts down, easy to use, easy to see and hear, sticks to my fridge, stands upright on a surface when you deploy the little stand in back, and very best of all just pops in your pocket. The latter feature is especially useful to me, as I will frequently have something going on the stove or in the oven but do not wish to be stuck within hearing distance of the stove's timer. This little device allows me to roam, even outside, confident that I won't forget something is cooking, and is handier than other portable alternatives. As for durability, I used it very frequently and without incident for 15 months. <hl> Then one day I accidentally bumped it with my shoulder while passing the fridge (I store the device on the fridge door) and the magnet failed to hold it and it fell around five feet to the kitchen floor. <hl> This knocked open the battery case door, dislodged the battery, and bent the spring that holds the battery in position. However, I easily repaired it and, bearing in mind we're not paying Rolex prices here, I considered the problem to be more the magnet is too weak to handle a careless passerby than the device is too flimsy to withstand smashing on the floor. You could of course just store the device in a safer position or place, but I elected to glue a neodymium magnet to the back to take care of it, and we've since been using the timer almost daily again without any problems. Given what I paid for it and the length of time I have now used it my ownership costis about to get below a penny a day. Given its utility and the frequency with which I use it I'd have to say that "for the money" this merits five stars, for me it has been a very useful item for little cost.

I love this little thing. It counts up, counts down, easy to use, easy to see and hear, sticks to my fridge, stands upright on a surface when you deploy the little stand in back, and very best of all just pops in your pocket. The latter feature is especially useful to me, as I will frequently have something going on the stove or in the oven but do not wish to be stuck within hearing distance of the stove's timer. This little device allows me to roam, even outside, confident that I won't forget something is cooking, and is handier than other portable alternatives.As for durability, I used it very frequently and without incident for 15 months. Then one day I accidentally bumped it with my shoulder while passing the fridge (I store the device on the fridge door) and the <hl> magnet <hl> failed to hold it and it fell around five feet to the kitchen floor. This knocked open the battery case door, dislodged the battery, and bent the spring that holds the battery in position. However, I easily repaired it and, bearing in mind we're not paying Rolex prices here, I considered the problem to be more the magnet is too weak to handle a careless passerby than the device is too flimsy to withstand smashing on the floor. You could of course just store the device in a safer position or place, but I elected to glue a neodymium magnet to the back to take care of it, and we've since been using the timer almost daily again without any problems.Given what I paid for it and the length of time I have now used it my ownership costis about to get below a penny a day. Given its utility and the frequency with which I use it I'd have to say that "for the money" this merits five stars, for me it has been a very useful item for little cost.


Question: What was the reviewer first using that took a lot of effort and work to clean the floors.?

I have this floormate although I didn't purchase it through amazon. In my case it is a good product because with two dogs my floors get heavy traffic/petstains/hair/dirt tracking. I was previously using a rag mop which takes a lot of exertion and dreading on my part. This unit seems to pick up a lot of filth that mopping alone doesnt do as even when my floors looked clean the bin was filled with dirty water. If I could change some things I would have them lower the brushes a little, it doesn't always get the grout especiially the first time around, my solution for this is to spray cleaner onto the floor before to loosen up dirt and get everything wet before using the machine. I think that the bins should also be larger for both the solution dispenser and the dirty water collector, often times I haven't even finished one room before I have to refill the solution. I would also love it if the unit could scrub and vacuum the liquid seperately instead of at the same time. If you don't have pets and clean your floors regularly a simple spray mop would probably be more convenient or you might want to purchase something like this just to make sure that you truly wash away all the dirt every now and then.

Answer: a rag mop

I have this floormate although I didn't purchase it through amazon. In my case it is a good product because with two dogs my floors get heavy traffic/petstains/hair/dirt tracking. <hl> I was previously using a rag mop which takes a lot of exertion and dreading on my part. <hl> This unit seems to pick up a lot of filth that mopping alone doesnt do as even when my floors looked clean the bin was filled with dirty water. If I could change some things I would have them lower the brushes a little, it doesn't always get the grout especiially the first time around, my solution for this is to spray cleaner onto the floor before to loosen up dirt and get everything wet before using the machine. I think that the bins should also be larger for both the solution dispenser and the dirty water collector, often times I haven't even finished one room before I have to refill the solution. I would also love it if the unit could scrub and vacuum the liquid seperately instead of at the same time. If you don't have pets and clean your floors regularly a simple spray mop would probably be more convenient or you might want to purchase something like this just to make sure that you truly wash away all the dirt every now and then.

I have this floormate although I didn't purchase it through amazon. In my case it is a good product because with two dogs my floors get heavy traffic/petstains/hair/dirt tracking. I was previously using <hl> a rag mop <hl> which takes a lot of exertion and dreading on my part. This unit seems to pick up a lot of filth that mopping alone doesnt do as even when my floors looked clean the bin was filled with dirty water. If I could change some things I would have them lower the brushes a little, it doesn't always get the grout especiially the first time around, my solution for this is to spray cleaner onto the floor before to loosen up dirt and get everything wet before using the machine. I think that the bins should also be larger for both the solution dispenser and the dirty water collector, often times I haven't even finished one room before I have to refill the solution. I would also love it if the unit could scrub and vacuum the liquid seperately instead of at the same time. If you don't have pets and clean your floors regularly a simple spray mop would probably be more convenient or you might want to purchase something like this just to make sure that you truly wash away all the dirt every now and then.


Question: What kind of cup does the reviewer own?

I love the Copco Cup. I've had mine for about two years now and I just ordered a second. They are sturdy and as a bonus can go straight in the microwave. The lid can be a little picky, but as an adult it's as simple as putting the lid down and screwing it on tight. A child might have an issue, but then again the hole in the lid would create a mess for children too. My other cups cannot go in the dishwasher which is super irritating, but this cup cleans up in a snap and does not hold on to smells from coffee, tea or cocoa.**Update: I've purchased another Copco Cup and I had horrible problems with it. The lid simply would not stay put. I contacted the company and they kindly sent me another cup at no charge. They were so nice! The only problem is the new cup doesn't work either. For some reason this specific cup does not seem to want to keep its lid closed. The older version works fine, but the newer version with the plastic ring in the lid doesn't work at all. I contacted Copco again and they were willing to either send me a different cup or refund my money. I opted for the refund and will be purchasing a different cup altogether.

Answer: the Copco Cup

I love the Copco Cup .

<hl> I love the Copco Cup . <hl> I've had mine for about two years now and I just ordered a second. They are sturdy and as a bonus can go straight in the microwave. The lid can be a little picky, but as an adult it's as simple as putting the lid down and screwing it on tight. A child might have an issue, but then again the hole in the lid would create a mess for children too. My other cups cannot go in the dishwasher which is super irritating, but this cup cleans up in a snap and does not hold on to smells from coffee, tea or cocoa.**Update: I've purchased another Copco Cup and I had horrible problems with it. The lid simply would not stay put. I contacted the company and they kindly sent me another cup at no charge. They were so nice! The only problem is the new cup doesn't work either. For some reason this specific cup does not seem to want to keep its lid closed. The older version works fine, but the newer version with the plastic ring in the lid doesn't work at all. I contacted Copco again and they were willing to either send me a different cup or refund my money. I opted for the refund and will be purchasing a different cup altogether.

I love <hl> the Copco Cup <hl>. I've had mine for about two years now and I just ordered a second. They are sturdy and as a bonus can go straight in the microwave. The lid can be a little picky, but as an adult it's as simple as putting the lid down and screwing it on tight. A child might have an issue, but then again the hole in the lid would create a mess for children too. My other cups cannot go in the dishwasher which is super irritating, but this cup cleans up in a snap and does not hold on to smells from coffee, tea or cocoa.**Update: I've purchased another Copco Cup and I had horrible problems with it. The lid simply would not stay put. I contacted the company and they kindly sent me another cup at no charge. They were so nice! The only problem is the new cup doesn't work either. For some reason this specific cup does not seem to want to keep its lid closed. The older version works fine, but the newer version with the plastic ring in the lid doesn't work at all. I contacted Copco again and they were willing to either send me a different cup or refund my money. I opted for the refund and will be purchasing a different cup altogether.


Question: What do you add to clean the frother?

I own this frother, and it works well with the Nespresso espresso machine. It doesn't warm the milk too hot, which is nice when making a quick cafe latte. I like the spinning mechanism in the frother better than the Keurig, b/c it is easier to clean, and it doesn't burn the milk unlike the Keurig. The spinning mechanism is at the bottom, and it pops out when the frother is done warming up the milk. I originally thought that this was a flaw, but that is how the mechanism works. The spinner magnetically touches the bottom of the frother. Add warm water to clean the frother and it is ready for use again.

Answer: warm water

I own this frother, and it works well with the Nespresso espresso machine. It doesn't warm the milk too hot, which is nice when making a quick cafe latte. I like the spinning mechanism in the frother better than the Keurig, b/c it is easier to clean, and it doesn't burn the milk unlike the Keurig. The spinning mechanism is at the bottom, and it pops out when the frother is done warming up the milk. I originally thought that this was a flaw, but that is how the mechanism works. The spinner magnetically touches the bottom of the frother. <hl> Add warm water to clean the frother and it is ready for use again. <hl>

I own this frother, and it works well with the Nespresso espresso machine. It doesn't warm the milk too hot, which is nice when making a quick cafe latte. I like the spinning mechanism in the frother better than the Keurig, b/c it is easier to clean, and it doesn't burn the milk unlike the Keurig. The spinning mechanism is at the bottom, and it pops out when the frother is done warming up the milk. I originally thought that this was a flaw, but that is how the mechanism works. The spinner magnetically touches the bottom of the frother. Add <hl> warm water <hl> to clean the frother and it is ready for use again.


Question: Are you happy with the product?

I am really happy with this refurbished KitchenAid blender. I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana, and the blender blends it all pretty well. Occasionally it bogs down and won't move the contents. I usually blend the frozen fruit on low, and as I write this it occurs to me that maybe I need to increase the speed in order to move those frozen pieces to the bottom and get the blender going again. I'll try it. But over all I love the blender. Sounds powerful. Crushes ice into snow if you let it.

Answer: KitchenAid blender

<hl> I am really happy with this refurbished KitchenAid blender . <hl> I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana, and the blender blends it all pretty well. Occasionally it bogs down and won't move the contents. I usually blend the frozen fruit on low, and as I write this it occurs to me that maybe I need to increase the speed in order to move those frozen pieces to the bottom and get the blender going again. I'll try it. But over all I love the blender. Sounds powerful. Crushes ice into snow if you let it.

I am really happy with this refurbished <hl> KitchenAid blender <hl>. I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana, and the blender blends it all pretty well. Occasionally it bogs down and won't move the contents. I usually blend the frozen fruit on low, and as I write this it occurs to me that maybe I need to increase the speed in order to move those frozen pieces to the bottom and get the blender going again. I'll try it. But over all I love the blender. Sounds powerful. Crushes ice into snow if you let it.

I am really happy with this refurbished <hl> KitchenAid blender <hl> .


Question: What do other people claim this product does satisfactory?

I never bought an extended warrant until I bought this. I read how it cleaned rugs well and broke often so I bought it.I like using it until it breaks, and it breaks every other time I use it. It is always the two water containers. I bought it at best buy and it has been back there 7 times in about three years.The handle will snap off or chip so that when you try to pick up the dirty water bucket, the top falls off. One time, the clean water container committed suicide! It just shot off the machine and broke.If the container breaks when you are just starting to clean, it may leak water.I hope that there will be no spills when it is off being repaired.It doesn't matter how gentle or careful you are, it will break anyway. Assume that when the warrant is over, your machine will be no good.By the way the hand tool sprays wide and so is difficult to control.

Answer: cleaned rugs well

I never bought an extended warrant until I bought this. <hl> I read how it cleaned rugs well and broke often <hl> so I bought it. I like using it until it breaks, and it breaks every other time I use it. It is always the two water containers. I bought it at best buy and it has been back there 7 times in about three years. The handle will snap off or chip so that when you try to pick up the dirty water bucket, the top falls off. One time, the clean water container committed suicide! It just shot off the machine and broke. If the container breaks when you are just starting to clean, it may leak water. I hope that there will be no spills when it is off being repaired. It doesn't matter how gentle or careful you are, it will break anyway. Assume that when the warrant is over, your machine will be no good. By the way the hand tool sprays wide and so is difficult to control.

I never bought an extended warrant until I bought this. I read how it <hl> cleaned rugs well <hl> and broke often so I bought it.I like using it until it breaks, and it breaks every other time I use it. It is always the two water containers. I bought it at best buy and it has been back there 7 times in about three years.The handle will snap off or chip so that when you try to pick up the dirty water bucket, the top falls off. One time, the clean water container committed suicide! It just shot off the machine and broke.If the container breaks when you are just starting to clean, it may leak water.I hope that there will be no spills when it is off being repaired.It doesn't matter how gentle or careful you are, it will break anyway. Assume that when the warrant is over, your machine will be no good.By the way the hand tool sprays wide and so is difficult to control.


Question: What are visible on the trash can?

I love the size and operation of this trash can. The handless feature is great. Please note that once you pass over the sensor it does take just a short time to open... it is not instantaneous as if you were stepping on something to open it like the old mechanical ones... this is about a second or so... not bad. The bags are easy to insert and hold a lot. The only complaint I can have is the bag tops being visible as you wrap them over the top of the can. I love the ring that holds the bags, I have never had one slip off.

Answer: bag tops

I love the size and operation of this trash can. The handless feature is great. Please note that once you pass over the sensor it does take just a short time to open... it is not instantaneous as if you were stepping on something to open it like the old mechanical ones... this is about a second or so... not bad. The bags are easy to insert and hold a lot. <hl> The only complaint I can have is the bag tops being visible as you wrap them over the top of the can. <hl> I love the ring that holds the bags, I have never had one slip off.

I love the size and operation of this trash can. The handless feature is great. Please note that once you pass over the sensor it does take just a short time to open... it is not instantaneous as if you were stepping on something to open it like the old mechanical ones... this is about a second or so... not bad. The bags are easy to insert and hold a lot. The only complaint I can have is the <hl> bag tops <hl> being visible as you wrap them over the top of the can. I love the ring that holds the bags, I have never had one slip off.


Question: Which area does the user want to stay warm?

I really like panel. is as it is in the picture. The cool thing is that it really insulates the room nicely it keeps my sleep area cool and it prevents my living area from getting cold

Answer: living area

I really like panel. is as it is in the picture. <hl> The cool thing is that it really insulates the room nicely it keeps my sleep area cool and it prevents my living area from getting cold <hl>

I really like panel. is as it is in the picture. The cool thing is that it really insulates the room nicely it keeps my sleep area cool and it prevents my <hl> living area <hl> from getting cold


Question: What happens to the eggs when using this product?

I had never eaten soft boiled eggs, and on whim purchased this unit after reading other positive reviews. I'm very satisfied. If care is taken to use the exact amounts of water indicated on the included graduated cylinder, the eggs come out perfect. An obnoxious buzzer sounds when eggs are done. Cooker does not shut off automatically, but it would be hard to ignore the buzzer.Easy to clean, I have a water softener so I don't have to worry about mineral deposits. Hard water could require more maintenance than I find needed.

Answer: come out perfect

I had never eaten soft boiled eggs, and on whim purchased this unit after reading other positive reviews. I'm very satisfied. <hl> If care is taken to use the exact amounts of water indicated on the included graduated cylinder, the eggs come out perfect . <hl> An obnoxious buzzer sounds when eggs are done. Cooker does not shut off automatically, but it would be hard to ignore the buzzer. Easy to clean, I have a water softener so I don't have to worry about mineral deposits. Hard water could require more maintenance than I find needed.

I had never eaten soft boiled eggs, and on whim purchased this unit after reading other positive reviews. I'm very satisfied. If care is taken to use the exact amounts of water indicated on the included graduated cylinder, the eggs <hl> come out perfect <hl>. An obnoxious buzzer sounds when eggs are done. Cooker does not shut off automatically, but it would be hard to ignore the buzzer.Easy to clean, I have a water softener so I don't have to worry about mineral deposits. Hard water could require more maintenance than I find needed.

If care is taken to use the exact amounts of water indicated on the included graduated cylinder, the eggs <hl> come out perfect <hl> .


Question: What physical aspects did the reviewer list as positive?

The Dirt Devil Turbo Plus Bagged Canister Vacuum was sent to me by Amazon Vine for review. Here's my take on it.This is a sleek-looking machine, a silvery color, lightweight with a carrying handle built in. There are several nice features: weight is one, onboard tool storage is another (all but two of the attachments store on the vacuum or on the wand). The hose snaps in to the canister easily and firmly so it won't loosen as you vacuum. Also, the wand telescopes so you need store only one wand piece. The On/OFF and retractable hose control can be foot operated, saving bending, however, I prefer to use my hand in case I might damage the plastic part. Also, it is suggested that you hold onto the cord as it retracts into the canister. Another nice feature is a variable suction-great for using the floor tool. A turbo tool provides extra agitation for carpet and seems to work well, however, I prefer using an upright for carpeting. I like the idea of using the turbo tool to pick up pet hair since this is something my upright with hose and attachment doesn't do well.The not quite so likable items: the floor brush is suction only, a plastic rectangle with short bristles all around the edge. (By increasing the suction, I was able to effectively clean dirt and debris from my tile floor, but the quality of the attachment seems moderate at best.) The hose is stiff and has a tendency to kink. Amazon does not currently carry the bags for this machine (bags, by the way, are small, so you'll want a good supply of them), however, they can be ordered from Dirt Devil on their website (part no. AD10035--this is for a 3-pack and until 10/12/11 there's a 20% off price and free shipping).The Dirt Devil Turbo Canister Plus has a 12 amp motor and comes with a two-year warranty (Note: stated warranty on Amazon site is two years, on bottom of canister states one year). At just under $130, it delivers a lot for a modest price.

Answer: sleek-looking machine, a silvery color, lightweight with a carrying handle built in

The Dirt Devil Turbo Plus Bagged Canister Vacuum was sent to me by Amazon Vine for review. Here's my take on it. <hl> This is a sleek-looking machine, a silvery color, lightweight with a carrying handle built in . <hl> There are several nice features: weight is one, onboard tool storage is another (all but two of the attachments store on the vacuum or on the wand). The hose snaps in to the canister easily and firmly so it won't loosen as you vacuum. Also, the wand telescopes so you need store only one wand piece. The On/OFF and retractable hose control can be foot operated, saving bending, however, I prefer to use my hand in case I might damage the plastic part. Also, it is suggested that you hold onto the cord as it retracts into the canister. Another nice feature is a variable suction-great for using the floor tool. A turbo tool provides extra agitation for carpet and seems to work well, however, I prefer using an upright for carpeting. I like the idea of using the turbo tool to pick up pet hair since this is something my upright with hose and attachment doesn't do well. The not quite so likable items: the floor brush is suction only, a plastic rectangle with short bristles all around the edge. (By increasing the suction, I was able to effectively clean dirt and debris from my tile floor, but the quality of the attachment seems moderate at best.) The hose is stiff and has a tendency to kink. Amazon does not currently carry the bags for this machine (bags, by the way, are small, so you'll want a good supply of them), however, they can be ordered from Dirt Devil on their website (part no. AD10035--this is for a 3-pack and until 10/12/11 there's a 20% off price and free shipping).The Dirt Devil Turbo Canister Plus has a 12 amp motor and comes with a two-year warranty (Note: stated warranty on Amazon site is two years, on bottom of canister states one year). At just under $130, it delivers a lot for a modest price.

The Dirt Devil Turbo Plus Bagged Canister Vacuum was sent to me by Amazon Vine for review. Here's my take on it.This is a <hl> sleek-looking machine, a silvery color, lightweight with a carrying handle built in <hl>. There are several nice features: weight is one, onboard tool storage is another (all but two of the attachments store on the vacuum or on the wand). The hose snaps in to the canister easily and firmly so it won't loosen as you vacuum. Also, the wand telescopes so you need store only one wand piece. The On/OFF and retractable hose control can be foot operated, saving bending, however, I prefer to use my hand in case I might damage the plastic part. Also, it is suggested that you hold onto the cord as it retracts into the canister. Another nice feature is a variable suction-great for using the floor tool. A turbo tool provides extra agitation for carpet and seems to work well, however, I prefer using an upright for carpeting. I like the idea of using the turbo tool to pick up pet hair since this is something my upright with hose and attachment doesn't do well.The not quite so likable items: the floor brush is suction only, a plastic rectangle with short bristles all around the edge. (By increasing the suction, I was able to effectively clean dirt and debris from my tile floor, but the quality of the attachment seems moderate at best.) The hose is stiff and has a tendency to kink. Amazon does not currently carry the bags for this machine (bags, by the way, are small, so you'll want a good supply of them), however, they can be ordered from Dirt Devil on their website (part no. AD10035--this is for a 3-pack and until 10/12/11 there's a 20% off price and free shipping).The Dirt Devil Turbo Canister Plus has a 12 amp motor and comes with a two-year warranty (Note: stated warranty on Amazon site is two years, on bottom of canister states one year). At just under $130, it delivers a lot for a modest price.

This is a <hl> sleek-looking machine, a silvery color, lightweight with a carrying handle built in <hl> .


Question: What are in the metal rack hooks?

I bought this for my new kitchen, where I had no space for a freestanding trash can and no desire to take up cabinet floor space with one either. This hanging basket proved to be much too wide and/or tall to fit on the insides, OR the outsides, of any of my kitchen cabinets. I thought, I'll try using it in the bathroom. No dice there either.I lucked out though - the metal rack hooks have tiny holes in them, and attached to those holes are little keychain loops. The edge of my galley kitchen has an overhanging countertop with empty space below. So I hung 3M hooks on the cabinet space under the countertop, and hung this trash basket using the keychain loops to the 3m hooks. So far it seems to be working really well and it's in a decent spot. But be aware, it's much larger than I expected.Grocery store plastic bags fit perfectly in it, but be careful when you pull them out. If an item of your trash is stuck between the metal tines, the bag will break and create a big mess. I find myself avoiding using this for food trash or anything that could get leaky/gross, I use my garbage disposal instead or throw the item out separately.

Answer: tiny holes

I bought this for my new kitchen, where I had no space for a freestanding trash can and no desire to take up cabinet floor space with one either. This hanging basket proved to be much too wide and/or tall to fit on the insides, OR the outsides, of any of my kitchen cabinets. I thought, I'll try using it in the bathroom. No dice there either. <hl> I lucked out though - the metal rack hooks have tiny holes in them, and attached to those holes are little keychain loops. <hl> The edge of my galley kitchen has an overhanging countertop with empty space below. So I hung 3M hooks on the cabinet space under the countertop, and hung this trash basket using the keychain loops to the 3m hooks. So far it seems to be working really well and it's in a decent spot. But be aware, it's much larger than I expected. Grocery store plastic bags fit perfectly in it, but be careful when you pull them out. If an item of your trash is stuck between the metal tines, the bag will break and create a big mess. I find myself avoiding using this for food trash or anything that could get leaky/gross, I use my garbage disposal instead or throw the item out separately.

I bought this for my new kitchen, where I had no space for a freestanding trash can and no desire to take up cabinet floor space with one either. This hanging basket proved to be much too wide and/or tall to fit on the insides, OR the outsides, of any of my kitchen cabinets. I thought, I'll try using it in the bathroom. No dice there either.I lucked out though - the metal rack hooks have <hl> tiny holes <hl> in them, and attached to those holes are little keychain loops. The edge of my galley kitchen has an overhanging countertop with empty space below. So I hung 3M hooks on the cabinet space under the countertop, and hung this trash basket using the keychain loops to the 3m hooks. So far it seems to be working really well and it's in a decent spot. But be aware, it's much larger than I expected.Grocery store plastic bags fit perfectly in it, but be careful when you pull them out. If an item of your trash is stuck between the metal tines, the bag will break and create a big mess. I find myself avoiding using this for food trash or anything that could get leaky/gross, I use my garbage disposal instead or throw the item out separately.


Question: What was inside the box when it was first opened?

When I first opened the box with this "fryer" inside, I was a littleintimidated! The round, ball-like control panel looked bulky anddifficult to handle. In reality, the ease of operation was quitegood. So far, I have "fried" chicken that came out great - crispyon the outside and moist on the inside. I also used this cooker tomake "fried" potatoes. Again, I experienced very good results. Atthis time, I definitely recommend this procut. I gave it 4 out of 5stars only because it is bulky to store. I have yet to find a placefor it in my kitchen, so it is currently in my storage room.

Answer: fryer

<hl> When I first opened the box with this " fryer " inside, I was a littleintimidated! <hl> The round, ball-like control panel looked bulky anddifficult to handle. In reality, the ease of operation was quitegood. So far, I have "fried" chicken that came out great - crispyon the outside and moist on the inside. I also used this cooker tomake "fried" potatoes. Again, I experienced very good results. Atthis time, I definitely recommend this procut. I gave it 4 out of 5stars only because it is bulky to store. I have yet to find a placefor it in my kitchen, so it is currently in my storage room.

When I first opened the box with this "<hl> fryer <hl>" inside, I was a littleintimidated! The round, ball-like control panel looked bulky anddifficult to handle. In reality, the ease of operation was quitegood. So far, I have "fried" chicken that came out great - crispyon the outside and moist on the inside. I also used this cooker tomake "fried" potatoes. Again, I experienced very good results. Atthis time, I definitely recommend this procut. I gave it 4 out of 5stars only because it is bulky to store. I have yet to find a placefor it in my kitchen, so it is currently in my storage room.

When I first opened the box with this " <hl> fryer <hl> " inside, I was a littleintimidated!


Question: What does the product do that is great?

I bought mine from Japan Super Mall, and it's made in Japan. I e-mailed them prior to ordering to make sure. It works great, makes washing rice faster since you have a constant flow of clean water running over it. Without something like this, you have to fill the bowl with water, swish it around, dump it, refill, swish, repeat, repeat, repeat...while being careful not to dump out rice while you're draining the water. This thing makes the process much quicker and more convenient.The description says it has drainers in the bottom AND sides, but really, it's only on the bottom. There are none on the sides except right where the spout is. It's not a problem at all because it works perfectly how it is, but the description isn't 100% accurate.

Answer: It works great, makes washing rice faster since you have a constant flow of clean water running over it.

I bought mine from Japan Super Mall, and it's made in Japan. I e-mailed them prior to ordering to make sure. <hl> It works great, makes washing rice faster since you have a constant flow of clean water running over it. Without something like this, you have to fill the bowl with water, swish it around, dump it, refill, swish, repeat, repeat, repeat...while being careful not to dump out rice while you're draining the water. <hl> This thing makes the process much quicker and more convenient. The description says it has drainers in the bottom AND sides, but really, it's only on the bottom. There are none on the sides except right where the spout is. It's not a problem at all because it works perfectly how it is, but the description isn't 100% accurate.

I bought mine from Japan Super Mall, and it's made in Japan. I e-mailed them prior to ordering to make sure. <hl> It works great, makes washing rice faster since you have a constant flow of clean water running over it. <hl> Without something like this, you have to fill the bowl with water, swish it around, dump it, refill, swish, repeat, repeat, repeat...while being careful not to dump out rice while you're draining the water. This thing makes the process much quicker and more convenient.The description says it has drainers in the bottom AND sides, but really, it's only on the bottom. There are none on the sides except right where the spout is. It's not a problem at all because it works perfectly how it is, but the description isn't 100% accurate.


Question: What object had holes in it?

I wish the description for it was better. I wouldn't have bought if I knew more about it.There is a disk inside it (with holes). I'm still not sure why (I'll explain in a second). It's attached to a metal wire which is what one would use to fish it out of the pot or cup. The tea ball itslf comes apart at the middle. So if you put some tea in the bottom half, then put it together, the only thing the disk could pissible do is agitate the contents of the tea ball becuase once you want it out of the cup or pot, you pull on the wire and the disk goes back to the top of the ball.As others have said, the instructions are worthless. If a manufacturer introduces something new, they really should document it better so people know what the intent was.I used it twice and put it in the dishwasher twice and it has permanent marks from the tea (tea leaf stains) on it. I put it in the trash can yesterday.My advice is get the infusers that fit on top of the cup or teapot: Nothing to take apart when you're done, most are dishwasher safe, and you can get them in finer mesh so little tea leaves can't escape.

Answer: a disk inside it

There is a disk inside it (with holes).

I wish the description for it was better. I wouldn't have bought if I knew more about it. <hl> There is a disk inside it (with holes). <hl> I'm still not sure why (I'll explain in a second). It's attached to a metal wire which is what one would use to fish it out of the pot or cup. The tea ball itslf comes apart at the middle. So if you put some tea in the bottom half, then put it together, the only thing the disk could pissible do is agitate the contents of the tea ball becuase once you want it out of the cup or pot, you pull on the wire and the disk goes back to the top of the ball. As others have said, the instructions are worthless. If a manufacturer introduces something new, they really should document it better so people know what the intent was. I used it twice and put it in the dishwasher twice and it has permanent marks from the tea (tea leaf stains) on it. I put it in the trash can yesterday. My advice is get the infusers that fit on top of the cup or teapot: Nothing to take apart when you're done, most are dishwasher safe, and you can get them in finer mesh so little tea leaves can't escape.

I wish the description for it was better. I wouldn't have bought if I knew more about it.There is <hl> a disk inside it <hl> (with holes). I'm still not sure why (I'll explain in a second). It's attached to a metal wire which is what one would use to fish it out of the pot or cup. The tea ball itslf comes apart at the middle. So if you put some tea in the bottom half, then put it together, the only thing the disk could pissible do is agitate the contents of the tea ball becuase once you want it out of the cup or pot, you pull on the wire and the disk goes back to the top of the ball.As others have said, the instructions are worthless. If a manufacturer introduces something new, they really should document it better so people know what the intent was.I used it twice and put it in the dishwasher twice and it has permanent marks from the tea (tea leaf stains) on it. I put it in the trash can yesterday.My advice is get the infusers that fit on top of the cup or teapot: Nothing to take apart when you're done, most are dishwasher safe, and you can get them in finer mesh so little tea leaves can't escape.


Question: What part of the author's body used to ache in the morning?

I was looking for a very firm twin xl mattress. I'm a huge guy and need a very firm mattress to support my body weigh. The mattress arrived on time, unpacked it and let it expand for a day and a half, and then slept on it that night. It fits my needs without any problems. My whole body can relax once again, yet feel supported. I no longer wake up in the morning with my back hurting, as well as other aches and pains elsewhere from the old mattress.Only time will tell how long this mattress holds up. But hopefully it will last a few years. I will update my review as time goes on, but for now, I'm enjoying it.

Answer: back

I was looking for a very firm twin xl mattress. I'm a huge guy and need a very firm mattress to support my body weigh. The mattress arrived on time, unpacked it and let it expand for a day and a half, and then slept on it that night. It fits my needs without any problems. My whole body can relax once again, yet feel supported. <hl> I no longer wake up in the morning with my back hurting, as well as other aches and pains elsewhere from the old mattress. <hl> Only time will tell how long this mattress holds up. But hopefully it will last a few years. I will update my review as time goes on, but for now, I'm enjoying it.

I was looking for a very firm twin xl mattress. I'm a huge guy and need a very firm mattress to support my body weigh. The mattress arrived on time, unpacked it and let it expand for a day and a half, and then slept on it that night. It fits my needs without any problems. My whole body can relax once again, yet feel supported. I no longer wake up in the morning with my <hl> back <hl> hurting, as well as other aches and pains elsewhere from the old mattress.Only time will tell how long this mattress holds up. But hopefully it will last a few years. I will update my review as time goes on, but for now, I'm enjoying it.


Question: What is this a good fit for

I carefully read all other reviews on Amazon and everywhere else before purchase. I have had Krups products before and been happier with them than with most of the other brands. I am not in the market for those really expensive Espresso makers but do want my espresso daily. My husband wants his coffee and we are furnishing a small apartment. This looked like the perfect answer. I have only had it one month but so far I am very happy. It makes both good espresso and good coffee and the milk steamer works very well. I saw that many people complained about it but I think they did not read the directions well and practice using it first. It appears that the original steamer design was not good and now Krups has modified and replaced it with a design which does work well.I like cappuccino and I use it by steaming my milk in a large cup first and then making the espresso in another smaller cup and adding it to the cup of milk. This way the cup I drink from is pre-heated and my drink stays hot. If just making espresso then use a small cup and it makes a very nice crema. Enjoy.

Answer: a small apartment

I carefully read all other reviews on Amazon and everywhere else before purchase. I have had Krups products before and been happier with them than with most of the other brands. I am not in the market for those really expensive Espresso makers but do want my espresso daily. <hl> My husband wants his coffee and we are furnishing a small apartment . <hl> This looked like the perfect answer. I have only had it one month but so far I am very happy. It makes both good espresso and good coffee and the milk steamer works very well. I saw that many people complained about it but I think they did not read the directions well and practice using it first. It appears that the original steamer design was not good and now Krups has modified and replaced it with a design which does work well. I like cappuccino and I use it by steaming my milk in a large cup first and then making the espresso in another smaller cup and adding it to the cup of milk. This way the cup I drink from is pre-heated and my drink stays hot. If just making espresso then use a small cup and it makes a very nice crema. Enjoy.

I carefully read all other reviews on Amazon and everywhere else before purchase. I have had Krups products before and been happier with them than with most of the other brands. I am not in the market for those really expensive Espresso makers but do want my espresso daily. My husband wants his coffee and we are furnishing <hl> a small apartment <hl>. This looked like the perfect answer. I have only had it one month but so far I am very happy. It makes both good espresso and good coffee and the milk steamer works very well. I saw that many people complained about it but I think they did not read the directions well and practice using it first. It appears that the original steamer design was not good and now Krups has modified and replaced it with a design which does work well.I like cappuccino and I use it by steaming my milk in a large cup first and then making the espresso in another smaller cup and adding it to the cup of milk. This way the cup I drink from is pre-heated and my drink stays hot. If just making espresso then use a small cup and it makes a very nice crema. Enjoy.

My husband wants his coffee and we are furnishing <hl> a small apartment <hl> .


Question: Out of the items which is their favorite?

This pan, book, and oven mitts combo is a great bargain at < $70.00. The pan is good quality. The mitts are thick and attractive. The book is spectacular. I like the book better than the pan or the mitts. I made pizza from recipes in the book and it was excellent.The pan.......Pros: The pan is heavy duty and well constructed.Cons: The pan is NOT constructed of magnetic stainless steel. It has a raised portion in the bottom with a rather deep channel around the outer edge. Presumably this channel is to collect fat rendered while roasting meat. I see no purpose for such configuration in a lasagna pan. I believe this pan was conceived by a confused designer or labeled a "lasagna pan" by a confused intern in the marketing department. Anyway, I would prefer such a pan have a flat bottom. Maybe I'm making more of this than warranted. I'll see......

Answer: The book

The book is spectacular.

This pan, book, and oven mitts combo is a great bargain at < $70.00. The pan is good quality. The mitts are thick and attractive. <hl> The book is spectacular. <hl> I like the book better than the pan or the mitts. I made pizza from recipes in the book and it was excellent. The pan.......Pros: The pan is heavy duty and well constructed. Cons: The pan is NOT constructed of magnetic stainless steel. It has a raised portion in the bottom with a rather deep channel around the outer edge. Presumably this channel is to collect fat rendered while roasting meat. I see no purpose for such configuration in a lasagna pan. I believe this pan was conceived by a confused designer or labeled a "lasagna pan" by a confused intern in the marketing department. Anyway, I would prefer such a pan have a flat bottom. Maybe I'm making more of this than warranted. I'll see......

This pan, book, and oven mitts combo is a great bargain at < $70.00. The pan is good quality. The mitts are thick and attractive. <hl> The book <hl> is spectacular. I like the book better than the pan or the mitts. I made pizza from recipes in the book and it was excellent.The pan.......Pros: The pan is heavy duty and well constructed.Cons: The pan is NOT constructed of magnetic stainless steel. It has a raised portion in the bottom with a rather deep channel around the outer edge. Presumably this channel is to collect fat rendered while roasting meat. I see no purpose for such configuration in a lasagna pan. I believe this pan was conceived by a confused designer or labeled a "lasagna pan" by a confused intern in the marketing department. Anyway, I would prefer such a pan have a flat bottom. Maybe I'm making more of this than warranted. I'll see......


Question: How many people are in the author's family?

I purchased this little pot from Amazon a couple of years ago and use it pretty frequently. Mostly i use it for boiling eggs, but it comes in handy for gravy and other types of sauces or it is perfect for homemade hot chocolate. Make no mistake it is LITTLE. 8 cups might be smaller than you expect, but for my family of 5 it gets the little jobs done. Some of the reviews question the quality of this product, I have been pleased with its sturdiness and durability, my only comment would be after frequent use there are several noticeable scratches on the outside of the pan. I have only hand washed it, but i'm sure it gets banged around going in and out of the cupboard and i nest it in a larger pan for space saving purposes. The scratches are not really troublesome to me, but might be a big negative for some.

Answer: 5

I purchased this little pot from Amazon a couple of years ago and use it pretty frequently. Mostly i use it for boiling eggs, but it comes in handy for gravy and other types of sauces or it is perfect for homemade hot chocolate. Make no mistake it is LITTLE. <hl> 8 cups might be smaller than you expect, but for my family of 5 it gets the little jobs done. <hl> Some of the reviews question the quality of this product, I have been pleased with its sturdiness and durability, my only comment would be after frequent use there are several noticeable scratches on the outside of the pan. I have only hand washed it, but i'm sure it gets banged around going in and out of the cupboard and i nest it in a larger pan for space saving purposes. The scratches are not really troublesome to me, but might be a big negative for some.

I purchased this little pot from Amazon a couple of years ago and use it pretty frequently. Mostly i use it for boiling eggs, but it comes in handy for gravy and other types of sauces or it is perfect for homemade hot chocolate. Make no mistake it is LITTLE. 8 cups might be smaller than you expect, but for my family of <hl> 5 <hl> it gets the little jobs done. Some of the reviews question the quality of this product, I have been pleased with its sturdiness and durability, my only comment would be after frequent use there are several noticeable scratches on the outside of the pan. I have only hand washed it, but i'm sure it gets banged around going in and out of the cupboard and i nest it in a larger pan for space saving purposes. The scratches are not really troublesome to me, but might be a big negative for some.


Question: How long does it last on a charge

I have purchased just about every cordless vacuum out there including a pricey ($99) cordless that never came close to the manufacturer's claims. After numerous disappointments I finally found the (almost) perfect cordless vacuum.I have seven cats and a combination of hardwood and carpeting in my home and this is the first cordless that I have found to pick up both cat hair on the carpet and on bare floors. It is surprisingly powerful for a cordless and once fully charged seems to last quite a long time until it needs recharging.I only have a few minor complaints being that it is a bit heavier and noisier than other cordless vacuums and the head is somewhat floppy. Considering how well it picks up and how long the charge lasts, the good far outweigh the bad.If you have animals and don't want to be hauling out the big vacuum everyday, this is an excellent choice to consider.

Answer: long time

I have purchased just about every cordless vacuum out there including a pricey ($99) cordless that never came close to the manufacturer's claims. After numerous disappointments I finally found the (almost) perfect cordless vacuum. I have seven cats and a combination of hardwood and carpeting in my home and this is the first cordless that I have found to pick up both cat hair on the carpet and on bare floors. <hl> It is surprisingly powerful for a cordless and once fully charged seems to last quite a long time until it needs recharging. <hl> I only have a few minor complaints being that it is a bit heavier and noisier than other cordless vacuums and the head is somewhat floppy. Considering how well it picks up and how long the charge lasts, the good far outweigh the bad. If you have animals and don't want to be hauling out the big vacuum everyday, this is an excellent choice to consider.

I have purchased just about every cordless vacuum out there including a pricey ($99) cordless that never came close to the manufacturer's claims. After numerous disappointments I finally found the (almost) perfect cordless vacuum.I have seven cats and a combination of hardwood and carpeting in my home and this is the first cordless that I have found to pick up both cat hair on the carpet and on bare floors. It is surprisingly powerful for a cordless and once fully charged seems to last quite a <hl> long time <hl> until it needs recharging.I only have a few minor complaints being that it is a bit heavier and noisier than other cordless vacuums and the head is somewhat floppy. Considering how well it picks up and how long the charge lasts, the good far outweigh the bad.If you have animals and don't want to be hauling out the big vacuum everyday, this is an excellent choice to consider.


Question: Besides the author, who is the other person who is happy with this product?

I cook professionaly for a living and htis does an excellent job My wife and I are pleased with results our favorite is freid catfish and hushpuppies. The timer is good it does not cut the whole unit when done like was stated by another user.made "dounut holes" for a Sunday morning coffee at church. Thety turned out great.Easy to clean The free offer that came with a mail in rebate grease can also had a strainer that works great. Heats up fast and is accurate in the temp. I checked with fryer temp.like one used in candy fryer temps.Use on single curicut or make sure not to many other things are going at the same time could trip a breaker

Answer: wife

I cook professionaly for a living and htis does an excellent job <hl> My wife and I are pleased with results our favorite is freid catfish and hushpuppies. <hl> The timer is good it does not cut the whole unit when done like was stated by another user.made "dounut holes" for a Sunday morning coffee at church. Thety turned out great. Easy to clean The free offer that came with a mail in rebate grease can also had a strainer that works great. Heats up fast and is accurate in the temp. I checked with fryer temp.like one used in candy fryer temps. Use on single curicut or make sure not to many other things are going at the same time could trip a breaker

I cook professionaly for a living and htis does an excellent job My <hl> wife <hl> and I are pleased with results our favorite is freid catfish and hushpuppies. The timer is good it does not cut the whole unit when done like was stated by another user.made "dounut holes" for a Sunday morning coffee at church. Thety turned out great.Easy to clean The free offer that came with a mail in rebate grease can also had a strainer that works great. Heats up fast and is accurate in the temp. I checked with fryer temp.like one used in candy fryer temps.Use on single curicut or make sure not to many other things are going at the same time could trip a breaker


Question: How about the noise level of the air purifier compared with other purifiers I have tested at this price point?

This is a top-of-the line air purifier that offers almost every feature you could need though you can also just put it into automatic mode and let it run constantly. The noise level is lower than every other purifier I've tested at this price point and is really barely noticeable most of the time. It's a small and sleek unit that is unobtrusive and can be placed behind furniture to keep out of the way. The whole unit is well made and feels substantial when you take it apart to clean the filter. The power cord can be hidden within the device and there's also a remote control though I found didn't modify the settings once it was installed. The performance, style and noise level are all what you would expect from a Friedrich and I couldn't be happier.

Answer: lower

This is a top-of-the line air purifier that offers almost every feature you could need though you can also just put it into automatic mode and let it run constantly. <hl> The noise level is lower than every other purifier I've tested at this price point and is really barely noticeable most of the time. <hl> It's a small and sleek unit that is unobtrusive and can be placed behind furniture to keep out of the way. The whole unit is well made and feels substantial when you take it apart to clean the filter. The power cord can be hidden within the device and there's also a remote control though I found didn't modify the settings once it was installed. The performance, style and noise level are all what you would expect from a Friedrich and I couldn't be happier.

This is a top-of-the line air purifier that offers almost every feature you could need though you can also just put it into automatic mode and let it run constantly. The noise level is <hl> lower <hl> than every other purifier I've tested at this price point and is really barely noticeable most of the time. It's a small and sleek unit that is unobtrusive and can be placed behind furniture to keep out of the way. The whole unit is well made and feels substantial when you take it apart to clean the filter. The power cord can be hidden within the device and there's also a remote control though I found didn't modify the settings once it was installed. The performance, style and noise level are all what you would expect from a Friedrich and I couldn't be happier.


Question: What does the duvet feel like?

I just ordered this with a cover two or three days ago and was not expecting them to arrive so quickly since I picked free shipping.I was pretty sure that king sized blankets/quilts/comforters would have significant overhang when used on a queen sized mattress and sitting under the duvet right now, I'm kind of disappointed. The king sized quilt I bought elsewhere has more overhang than this duvet.This duvet feels (to me) like down, just without the stabby feathers and it's heavy enough that I don't have to use more than one electric heater while sleeping this winter night (I'm a freeze baby, though). I washed it before stuffing it into the cover and it did not tear, nor does it have any outstanding defects after I scoured it over.I'm pretty happy with it, I just kind of wish it was a larger comforter.

Answer: down

I just ordered this with a cover two or three days ago and was not expecting them to arrive so quickly since I picked free shipping. I was pretty sure that king sized blankets/quilts/comforters would have significant overhang when used on a queen sized mattress and sitting under the duvet right now, I'm kind of disappointed. The king sized quilt I bought elsewhere has more overhang than this duvet. <hl> This duvet feels (to me) like down , just without the stabby feathers and it's heavy enough that I don't have to use more than one electric heater while sleeping this winter night (I'm a freeze baby, though). <hl> I washed it before stuffing it into the cover and it did not tear, nor does it have any outstanding defects after I scoured it over. I'm pretty happy with it, I just kind of wish it was a larger comforter.

I just ordered this with a cover two or three days ago and was not expecting them to arrive so quickly since I picked free shipping.I was pretty sure that king sized blankets/quilts/comforters would have significant overhang when used on a queen sized mattress and sitting under the duvet right now, I'm kind of disappointed. The king sized quilt I bought elsewhere has more overhang than this duvet.This duvet feels (to me) like <hl> down <hl>, just without the stabby feathers and it's heavy enough that I don't have to use more than one electric heater while sleeping this winter night (I'm a freeze baby, though). I washed it before stuffing it into the cover and it did not tear, nor does it have any outstanding defects after I scoured it over.I'm pretty happy with it, I just kind of wish it was a larger comforter.

This duvet feels (to me) like <hl> down <hl> , just without the stabby feathers and it's heavy enough that I don't have to use more than one electric heater while sleeping this winter night (I'm a freeze baby, though).


Question: Where is the author taking another product to?

I bought these for a wedding shower gift and everyone at the shower commented on them. The quality is good and the design is whimsical...very cute. Ganz does a great job designing the different sets they offer. I liked them so much that I ordered a second set to take to Australia for a thank you gift.

Answer: Australia

I bought these for a wedding shower gift and everyone at the shower commented on them. The quality is good and the design is whimsical...very cute. Ganz does a great job designing the different sets they offer. <hl> I liked them so much that I ordered a second set to take to Australia for a thank you gift. <hl>

I bought these for a wedding shower gift and everyone at the shower commented on them. The quality is good and the design is whimsical...very cute. Ganz does a great job designing the different sets they offer. I liked them so much that I ordered a second set to take to <hl> Australia <hl> for a thank you gift.


Question: What is the product made from?

I have a drawer full of OXO kitchen tools so I definitely am impressed by OXO's product line. Good quality, comfort, effectiveness, and smart design are the hallmarks of OXO and this tool is no exception.Ideally this is the size of a perfect wedge of pie. It has a comfortable handle and is made of a sturdy grade of stainless steel. It is flexible enough to make a non-messy first cut and it can slide under to pick up the last piece of pie. It has a serrated edge that produces a nice cut and it washes up nicely by hand or dishwasher without staining.It also has a hole in the handle which is perfect for hanging on a rack.Overall, a great pie cutter which can handle a hefty wedge of pie.

Answer: stainless steel

I have a drawer full of OXO kitchen tools so I definitely am impressed by OXO's product line. Good quality, comfort, effectiveness, and smart design are the hallmarks of OXO and this tool is no exception. Ideally this is the size of a perfect wedge of pie. <hl> It has a comfortable handle and is made of a sturdy grade of stainless steel . <hl> It is flexible enough to make a non-messy first cut and it can slide under to pick up the last piece of pie. It has a serrated edge that produces a nice cut and it washes up nicely by hand or dishwasher without staining. It also has a hole in the handle which is perfect for hanging on a rack. Overall, a great pie cutter which can handle a hefty wedge of pie.

I have a drawer full of OXO kitchen tools so I definitely am impressed by OXO's product line. Good quality, comfort, effectiveness, and smart design are the hallmarks of OXO and this tool is no exception.Ideally this is the size of a perfect wedge of pie. It has a comfortable handle and is made of a sturdy grade of <hl> stainless steel <hl>. It is flexible enough to make a non-messy first cut and it can slide under to pick up the last piece of pie. It has a serrated edge that produces a nice cut and it washes up nicely by hand or dishwasher without staining.It also has a hole in the handle which is perfect for hanging on a rack.Overall, a great pie cutter which can handle a hefty wedge of pie.

It has a comfortable handle and is made of a sturdy grade of <hl> stainless steel <hl> .


Question: What type of rice requires a special feature on the rice cooker?

This rice cooker cooks my rice perfectly every time. I have grown up using rice cookers from the $30 models to the nicer Sanyo micro-processor models. The Zojurishi comes in handy to not only cook rice for large groups, but also to keep rice warm and ready for consuming for around two days. The 10 cup model is also good for one or two rice eaters. i believe you have to cook atleast two cups of rice, but the cups are smaller cups (i believe a 3/4 cup measuring). Although I haven't cooked brown rice yet it has some special settings for the GABA brown rice, which i will be switching to once my 15lb bag of jasmine long grain white rice is used up. Also, I still wonder why Zojirushi does not include any rice cleaning bowls, but make sure you grab one to easily wash your rice before cooking!I got mine using the Amazon warehouse for a discounted price and I couldn't really tell "the box was opened and the item was repackaged" since all of the stickers were still on it and it was well packaged. I saved over half the price as well going with this option. I love mine, get one!

Answer: GABA brown rice

This rice cooker cooks my rice perfectly every time. I have grown up using rice cookers from the $30 models to the nicer Sanyo micro-processor models. The Zojurishi comes in handy to not only cook rice for large groups, but also to keep rice warm and ready for consuming for around two days. The 10 cup model is also good for one or two rice eaters. i believe you have to cook atleast two cups of rice, but the cups are smaller cups (i believe a 3/4 cup measuring). <hl> Although I haven't cooked brown rice yet it has some special settings for the GABA brown rice , which i will be switching to once my 15lb bag of jasmine long grain white rice is used up. <hl> Also, I still wonder why Zojirushi does not include any rice cleaning bowls, but make sure you grab one to easily wash your rice before cooking!I got mine using the Amazon warehouse for a discounted price and I couldn't really tell "the box was opened and the item was repackaged" since all of the stickers were still on it and it was well packaged. I saved over half the price as well going with this option. I love mine, get one!

This rice cooker cooks my rice perfectly every time. I have grown up using rice cookers from the $30 models to the nicer Sanyo micro-processor models. The Zojurishi comes in handy to not only cook rice for large groups, but also to keep rice warm and ready for consuming for around two days. The 10 cup model is also good for one or two rice eaters. i believe you have to cook atleast two cups of rice, but the cups are smaller cups (i believe a 3/4 cup measuring). Although I haven't cooked brown rice yet it has some special settings for the <hl> GABA brown rice <hl>, which i will be switching to once my 15lb bag of jasmine long grain white rice is used up. Also, I still wonder why Zojirushi does not include any rice cleaning bowls, but make sure you grab one to easily wash your rice before cooking!I got mine using the Amazon warehouse for a discounted price and I couldn't really tell "the box was opened and the item was repackaged" since all of the stickers were still on it and it was well packaged. I saved over half the price as well going with this option. I love mine, get one!

Although I haven't cooked brown rice yet it has some special settings for the <hl> GABA brown rice <hl> , which i will be switching to once my 15lb bag of jasmine long grain white rice is used up.


Question: What type of businesses does this person own?

I have both a machine shop as well as a cafe, and I can vouch for this product being well made, for the most part.The canister itself is not just stamped, but spun then all threads are machined. These are very expensive operations and I am impressed with that arrived for a reasonable price.The charge cap is also made heavy duty, however, there is a pressure relief hole drilled at the end and the burrs were left inside. I know it is difficult to remove these burrs but not impossible. The hole is drilled in a corner and out of the way, but anything can happen which COULD puncture a charger accidentally. Perhaps this was just the one I got, but who knows?The threads on the canister was nicely machined, but there are a couple threads that look like before or after the thread cutting operation were done, the tool came down and cut away some of the threads. Only 2 out of 4-5 threads are affected which might mean the machine operator was able to stop the program before it cut all the way through. After examining the product, I wouldn't see any intentional purpose for these. This shows poor workmanship in the part programming and manufacturing departments, but doesn't seem to affect performance at all.Because of these two things, I rated this product a 3 instead of a 4.The trigger is a little wide and not too ergonomic but not horrible.Keep in mind that after the canister is charged, the first squeeze will come out a little watery and runny, but that may be due to the water from washing the canister before use. After that, foamed foods come out perfectly.Also keep in mind NOT to use 12g chargers. They are about an inch longer than the 8g chargers and won't fit the included charger cylinder. The 8g chargers are appropriate for this product.You may end up purchasing at least two of these, as you may want, for example, one for a mousse and one for whipped cream. Otherwise you will probably need to use up all your mousse, clean the canister and make whipped cream. This is my next step; order another one.

Answer: a machine shop as well as a cafe

<hl> I have both a machine shop as well as a cafe , and I can vouch for this product being well made, for the most part. <hl> The canister itself is not just stamped, but spun then all threads are machined. These are very expensive operations and I am impressed with that arrived for a reasonable price. The charge cap is also made heavy duty, however, there is a pressure relief hole drilled at the end and the burrs were left inside. I know it is difficult to remove these burrs but not impossible. The hole is drilled in a corner and out of the way, but anything can happen which COULD puncture a charger accidentally. Perhaps this was just the one I got, but who knows?The threads on the canister was nicely machined, but there are a couple threads that look like before or after the thread cutting operation were done, the tool came down and cut away some of the threads. Only 2 out of 4-5 threads are affected which might mean the machine operator was able to stop the program before it cut all the way through. After examining the product, I wouldn't see any intentional purpose for these. This shows poor workmanship in the part programming and manufacturing departments, but doesn't seem to affect performance at all. Because of these two things, I rated this product a 3 instead of a 4.The trigger is a little wide and not too ergonomic but not horrible. Keep in mind that after the canister is charged, the first squeeze will come out a little watery and runny, but that may be due to the water from washing the canister before use. After that, foamed foods come out perfectly. Also keep in mind NOT to use 12g chargers. They are about an inch longer than the 8g chargers and won't fit the included charger cylinder. The 8g chargers are appropriate for this product. You may end up purchasing at least two of these, as you may want, for example, one for a mousse and one for whipped cream. Otherwise you will probably need to use up all your mousse, clean the canister and make whipped cream. This is my next step; order another one.

I have both <hl> a machine shop as well as a cafe <hl>, and I can vouch for this product being well made, for the most part.The canister itself is not just stamped, but spun then all threads are machined. These are very expensive operations and I am impressed with that arrived for a reasonable price.The charge cap is also made heavy duty, however, there is a pressure relief hole drilled at the end and the burrs were left inside. I know it is difficult to remove these burrs but not impossible. The hole is drilled in a corner and out of the way, but anything can happen which COULD puncture a charger accidentally. Perhaps this was just the one I got, but who knows?The threads on the canister was nicely machined, but there are a couple threads that look like before or after the thread cutting operation were done, the tool came down and cut away some of the threads. Only 2 out of 4-5 threads are affected which might mean the machine operator was able to stop the program before it cut all the way through. After examining the product, I wouldn't see any intentional purpose for these. This shows poor workmanship in the part programming and manufacturing departments, but doesn't seem to affect performance at all.Because of these two things, I rated this product a 3 instead of a 4.The trigger is a little wide and not too ergonomic but not horrible.Keep in mind that after the canister is charged, the first squeeze will come out a little watery and runny, but that may be due to the water from washing the canister before use. After that, foamed foods come out perfectly.Also keep in mind NOT to use 12g chargers. They are about an inch longer than the 8g chargers and won't fit the included charger cylinder. The 8g chargers are appropriate for this product.You may end up purchasing at least two of these, as you may want, for example, one for a mousse and one for whipped cream. Otherwise you will probably need to use up all your mousse, clean the canister and make whipped cream. This is my next step; order another one.

I have both <hl> a machine shop as well as a cafe <hl> , and I can vouch for this product being well made, for the most part.


Question: How many of the product did the user purchase?

I purchased two of these after experiencing how long theThermos Stainless King SK1005MBTRI4 16-Ounce Leak-Proof Travel Mug, Midnight Bluekept my coffee hot. I can fill my mug with coffee at 7:30am and it'll still be warm enough to drink at 3pm.Pros:- Built-in collapsible metal spoon. No need to pack extra silverware. The spoon stays clean until use and a dirty/used spoon isn't bouncing around in my pack getting other things messy.- The top cap serves as a cup.- The indentation around the middle of the thermos makes it easy to hold onto while eating.- The rim is comfortable to drink from.- No nooks and crannies on the inside to make cleaning difficult.- The entire bottom half is stainless steel, so my food is not in constant contact with plastic.Cons:- Hand wash only in order to preserve the blue finish.Others reviewers state that the mouth is too narrow to use the spoon. I find that it is a similar width to other thermoses I've used, and I have no problems using the spoon to eat chunky soups directly from the thermos. No thermos is the width of a soup bowl, so all of them require a bit of tilting if you want to lift a spoonful of something out of them. See the additional picture I uploaded for a size comparison.

Answer: two

<hl> I purchased two of these after experiencing how long theThermos <hl> Stainless King SK1005MBTRI4 16-Ounce Leak-Proof Travel Mug, Midnight Bluekept my coffee hot. I can fill my mug with coffee at 7:30am and it'll still be warm enough to drink at 3pm. Pros:- Built-in collapsible metal spoon. No need to pack extra silverware. The spoon stays clean until use and a dirty/used spoon isn't bouncing around in my pack getting other things messy.- The top cap serves as a cup.- The indentation around the middle of the thermos makes it easy to hold onto while eating.- The rim is comfortable to drink from.- No nooks and crannies on the inside to make cleaning difficult.- The entire bottom half is stainless steel, so my food is not in constant contact with plastic. Cons:- Hand wash only in order to preserve the blue finish. Others reviewers state that the mouth is too narrow to use the spoon. I find that it is a similar width to other thermoses I've used, and I have no problems using the spoon to eat chunky soups directly from the thermos. No thermos is the width of a soup bowl, so all of them require a bit of tilting if you want to lift a spoonful of something out of them. See the additional picture I uploaded for a size comparison.

I purchased <hl> two <hl> of these after experiencing how long theThermos Stainless King SK1005MBTRI4 16-Ounce Leak-Proof Travel Mug, Midnight Bluekept my coffee hot. I can fill my mug with coffee at 7:30am and it'll still be warm enough to drink at 3pm.Pros:- Built-in collapsible metal spoon. No need to pack extra silverware. The spoon stays clean until use and a dirty/used spoon isn't bouncing around in my pack getting other things messy.- The top cap serves as a cup.- The indentation around the middle of the thermos makes it easy to hold onto while eating.- The rim is comfortable to drink from.- No nooks and crannies on the inside to make cleaning difficult.- The entire bottom half is stainless steel, so my food is not in constant contact with plastic.Cons:- Hand wash only in order to preserve the blue finish.Others reviewers state that the mouth is too narrow to use the spoon. I find that it is a similar width to other thermoses I've used, and I have no problems using the spoon to eat chunky soups directly from the thermos. No thermos is the width of a soup bowl, so all of them require a bit of tilting if you want to lift a spoonful of something out of them. See the additional picture I uploaded for a size comparison.


Question: How many stars did the author give the kettle?

It is very stylish and looks great in my kitchen. I like the squat shape and sturdy handle. I love that I don't have to pull the stopper and risk getting burned to pour the water. I also really like the enamel interior. It has a nice loud whistle that will definitely alert me if I forget it on the stove. Holds 1 1/2 quarts very nicely. The lid is snug. I only have one complaint - the opening to the kettle isn't large enough to put my hand in to clean inside (and I don't have large hands). Even though I only use water, I do clean my teapot with vinegar when the hard water deposits build up. I suppose I'll just use a brush to reach the inside. It's not enough of an issue for me to merit marking it 4 stars instead of 5.

Answer: 5

It is very stylish and looks great in my kitchen. I like the squat shape and sturdy handle. I love that I don't have to pull the stopper and risk getting burned to pour the water. I also really like the enamel interior. It has a nice loud whistle that will definitely alert me if I forget it on the stove. Holds 1 1/2 quarts very nicely. The lid is snug. I only have one complaint - the opening to the kettle isn't large enough to put my hand in to clean inside (and I don't have large hands). Even though I only use water, I do clean my teapot with vinegar when the hard water deposits build up. I suppose I'll just use a brush to reach the inside. <hl> It's not enough of an issue for me to merit marking it 4 stars instead of 5 . <hl>

It is very stylish and looks great in my kitchen. I like the squat shape and sturdy handle. I love that I don't have to pull the stopper and risk getting burned to pour the water. I also really like the enamel interior. It has a nice loud whistle that will definitely alert me if I forget it on the stove. Holds 1 1/2 quarts very nicely. The lid is snug. I only have one complaint - the opening to the kettle isn't large enough to put my hand in to clean inside (and I don't have large hands). Even though I only use water, I do clean my teapot with vinegar when the hard water deposits build up. I suppose I'll just use a brush to reach the inside. It's not enough of an issue for me to merit marking it 4 stars instead of <hl> 5 <hl>.

It's not enough of an issue for me to merit marking it 4 stars instead of <hl> 5 <hl> .


Question: What did the reviewer say that the one option that toasters seem to never have now?

I have ordered and returned several toasters because they did not toast evenly across the slice. Some were considerably more expensive than this one. This one seems pretty even, but it did toast one side of the bread side darker than the other. The side closer to the center was darker--however, it was within my standards for eating on both sides (but barely on the darker side). I will be keeping it as I am tired of the search for a good toaster, and at least this one is even.One feature toasters seem to never have now is the option for one slice. Older toasters could sense if you had only one slice in and would heat only the coils on that side (it was always a specific side--it would only sense this happening if it was in the correct slot). I suspect that is what this one needs, and the fact that it is heating coils on both sides even though I have only one slice of bread in is why it is darker on the bread side closer to the center of the toaster.I cannot comment on the longevity as I have only had it a few days.

Answer: option for one slice

the option for one slice .

I have ordered and returned several toasters because they did not toast evenly across the slice. Some were considerably more expensive than this one. This one seems pretty even, but it did toast one side of the bread side darker than the other. The side closer to the center was darker--however, it was within my standards for eating on both sides (but barely on the darker side). I will be keeping it as I am tired of the search for a good toaster, and at least this one is even. One feature toasters seem to never have now is <hl> the option for one slice . <hl> Older toasters could sense if you had only one slice in and would heat only the coils on that side (it was always a specific side--it would only sense this happening if it was in the correct slot). I suspect that is what this one needs, and the fact that it is heating coils on both sides even though I have only one slice of bread in is why it is darker on the bread side closer to the center of the toaster. I cannot comment on the longevity as I have only had it a few days.

I have ordered and returned several toasters because they did not toast evenly across the slice. Some were considerably more expensive than this one. This one seems pretty even, but it did toast one side of the bread side darker than the other. The side closer to the center was darker--however, it was within my standards for eating on both sides (but barely on the darker side). I will be keeping it as I am tired of the search for a good toaster, and at least this one is even.One feature toasters seem to never have now is the <hl> option for one slice <hl>. Older toasters could sense if you had only one slice in and would heat only the coils on that side (it was always a specific side--it would only sense this happening if it was in the correct slot). I suspect that is what this one needs, and the fact that it is heating coils on both sides even though I have only one slice of bread in is why it is darker on the bread side closer to the center of the toaster.I cannot comment on the longevity as I have only had it a few days.


Question: Why does the mesh seal help make this a better product?

I bought this to replace a previous Bodum french press that I shattered when tapping it entirely too hard against the garbage can to get some grounds out. I mention this not as a negative that it broke (because that's my fault) but that I bought another one from this company rather than a cheaper one, not that many are cheaper.I like this one because the mesh at the bottom forms such a good seal that very little of the grinds make their way past it. Some do and that's just the nature of a french press but I feel it does a great job.Other than that a french press is a french press. You get more flavor from your coffee than using a drip and a filter.

Answer: very little of the grinds make their way past it

I bought this to replace a previous Bodum french press that I shattered when tapping it entirely too hard against the garbage can to get some grounds out. I mention this not as a negative that it broke (because that's my fault) but that I bought another one from this company rather than a cheaper one, not that many are cheaper. <hl> I like this one because the mesh at the bottom forms such a good seal that very little of the grinds make their way past it . <hl> Some do and that's just the nature of a french press but I feel it does a great job. Other than that a french press is a french press. You get more flavor from your coffee than using a drip and a filter.

I bought this to replace a previous Bodum french press that I shattered when tapping it entirely too hard against the garbage can to get some grounds out. I mention this not as a negative that it broke (because that's my fault) but that I bought another one from this company rather than a cheaper one, not that many are cheaper.I like this one because the mesh at the bottom forms such a good seal that <hl> very little of the grinds make their way past it <hl>. Some do and that's just the nature of a french press but I feel it does a great job.Other than that a french press is a french press. You get more flavor from your coffee than using a drip and a filter.

I like this one because the mesh at the bottom forms such a good seal that <hl> very little of the grinds make their way past it <hl> .