Question: what size is this toaster compared to how it was advertised?

As a toaster this is of acceptable quality, barely. First it is not nearly the size indicated. Those measurements include2 2" metal posts on the back to keep it from resting against the wall. It is really 9 1/2 x 13 1/2 X 8 1/2 which was what I really wanted anyway but is much smaller than advertised. The toast donness dial is way off when you get it but becomes more accurate in time. I suspect they all are like that and I have no problem figuring out where to set it to get toast the way I like it. It produces more smoke than any other toaster oven I have had.As an oven it might be unusable for most people. There is no control to set the temperature. I use a toaster oven for heating and baking to avoid heating up the main over and taxing the AC. If you use yours to bake potatoes for instance does it stay on until it gets to 500 or does it self regulate to a preset nonadjustable and unknown temperature?Toaster; acceptable-Oven ;Not acceptable

Answer: much smaller

As a toaster this is of acceptable quality, barely. First it is not nearly the size indicated. Those measurements include2 2" metal posts on the back to keep it from resting against the wall. <hl> It is really 9 1/2 x 13 1/2 X 8 1/2 which was what I really wanted anyway but is much smaller than advertised. <hl> The toast donness dial is way off when you get it but becomes more accurate in time. I suspect they all are like that and I have no problem figuring out where to set it to get toast the way I like it. It produces more smoke than any other toaster oven I have had. As an oven it might be unusable for most people. There is no control to set the temperature. I use a toaster oven for heating and baking to avoid heating up the main over and taxing the AC. If you use yours to bake potatoes for instance does it stay on until it gets to 500 or does it self regulate to a preset nonadjustable and unknown temperature?Toaster; acceptable-Oven ;Not acceptable

As a toaster this is of acceptable quality, barely. First it is not nearly the size indicated. Those measurements include2 2" metal posts on the back to keep it from resting against the wall. It is really 9 1/2 x 13 1/2 X 8 1/2 which was what I really wanted anyway but is <hl> much smaller <hl> than advertised. The toast donness dial is way off when you get it but becomes more accurate in time. I suspect they all are like that and I have no problem figuring out where to set it to get toast the way I like it. It produces more smoke than any other toaster oven I have had.As an oven it might be unusable for most people. There is no control to set the temperature. I use a toaster oven for heating and baking to avoid heating up the main over and taxing the AC. If you use yours to bake potatoes for instance does it stay on until it gets to 500 or does it self regulate to a preset nonadjustable and unknown temperature?Toaster; acceptable-Oven ;Not acceptable


Question: How long did you wait to purchase?

I was not expecting sateen sheets, I like heavy smooth cotton sheets. These are heavy, not all that smooth and small, the bottom sheet fit nice and tight, but one of the corners had a hole in it. The top sheet is tiny. It barely tucks in at the end (my mattress is thick but but not a pillow top or super thick) there's about 3 inches hanging past the end of the mattress and barely covers the mattress on the sides. I waited for these to go down for about 8 months - so though I only paid $64.99 - I'm returning them. Oh, the pillow cases barely cover my pillows. (and they are standard size) Buy at your own risk.

Answer: 8 months

I was not expecting sateen sheets, I like heavy smooth cotton sheets. These are heavy, not all that smooth and small, the bottom sheet fit nice and tight, but one of the corners had a hole in it. The top sheet is tiny. It barely tucks in at the end (my mattress is thick but but not a pillow top or super thick) there's about 3 inches hanging past the end of the mattress and barely covers the mattress on the sides. <hl> I waited for these to go down for about 8 months - so though I only paid $64.99 - I'm returning them. <hl> Oh, the pillow cases barely cover my pillows. (and they are standard size) Buy at your own risk.

I was not expecting sateen sheets, I like heavy smooth cotton sheets. These are heavy, not all that smooth and small, the bottom sheet fit nice and tight, but one of the corners had a hole in it. The top sheet is tiny. It barely tucks in at the end (my mattress is thick but but not a pillow top or super thick) there's about 3 inches hanging past the end of the mattress and barely covers the mattress on the sides. I waited for these to go down for about <hl> 8 months <hl> - so though I only paid $64.99 - I'm returning them. Oh, the pillow cases barely cover my pillows. (and they are standard size) Buy at your own risk.


Question: What kind of smell does it take away?

I got a model very similar for about 10 bucks on clearence, and plugged it in, not expecting much. I placed it in the finished portion of my basement near the catbox. After 1 day, I noticed the air was a little fresher, crisper. It took that ammonia smell directly above the box away. After about a week, the whole basement was a little clearer. I noticed the difference the most after I unplugged it vacuuming one day and didn't plug it back in. The next morning the odor was creeping back. This is a relatively affordable item, does descent job for a small space. I have now had this for about 2 1/2 years, still working good with refills.

Answer: ammonia

I got a model very similar for about 10 bucks on clearence, and plugged it in, not expecting much. I placed it in the finished portion of my basement near the catbox. After 1 day, I noticed the air was a little fresher, crisper. <hl> It took that ammonia smell directly above the box away. <hl> After about a week, the whole basement was a little clearer. I noticed the difference the most after I unplugged it vacuuming one day and didn't plug it back in. The next morning the odor was creeping back. This is a relatively affordable item, does descent job for a small space. I have now had this for about 2 1/2 years, still working good with refills.

I got a model very similar for about 10 bucks on clearence, and plugged it in, not expecting much. I placed it in the finished portion of my basement near the catbox. After 1 day, I noticed the air was a little fresher, crisper. It took that <hl> ammonia <hl> smell directly above the box away. After about a week, the whole basement was a little clearer. I noticed the difference the most after I unplugged it vacuuming one day and didn't plug it back in. The next morning the odor was creeping back. This is a relatively affordable item, does descent job for a small space. I have now had this for about 2 1/2 years, still working good with refills.


Question: What do all the disposable products do that causes a messy problem?

I tried all of the different disposable products. Waisted like 60 bucks on all of them. Amazon was loving me. They ALL leak. I am back to regular manufacturer K-Cups or the My K-Cup (the one you can get in the store) (That's the only one that doesn't leak).I even went online and checked out the reviews that said to move the rubber seal down on the needle, it didn't work.Keurig is designed to brew with high pressure. To do that, you need an airtight seal. This doesn't provide that. That is why Keurig is not selling these in the store next to their machines.Specifically, I tried this with several different options. The My K-cup, the K-Caps to name a few. The flap that overhangs the cup wicks the water out of the K'cup when the machine applies water pressure and the coffee leaks over the side of the cup and all through the machine.

Answer: They ALL leak

They ALL leak .

I tried all of the different disposable products. Waisted like 60 bucks on all of them. Amazon was loving me. <hl> They ALL leak . <hl> I am back to regular manufacturer K-Cups or the My K-Cup (the one you can get in the store) (That's the only one that doesn't leak).I even went online and checked out the reviews that said to move the rubber seal down on the needle, it didn't work. Keurig is designed to brew with high pressure. To do that, you need an airtight seal. This doesn't provide that. That is why Keurig is not selling these in the store next to their machines. Specifically, I tried this with several different options. The My K-cup, the K-Caps to name a few. The flap that overhangs the cup wicks the water out of the K'cup when the machine applies water pressure and the coffee leaks over the side of the cup and all through the machine.

I tried all of the different disposable products. Waisted like 60 bucks on all of them. Amazon was loving me. <hl> They ALL leak <hl>. I am back to regular manufacturer K-Cups or the My K-Cup (the one you can get in the store) (That's the only one that doesn't leak).I even went online and checked out the reviews that said to move the rubber seal down on the needle, it didn't work.Keurig is designed to brew with high pressure. To do that, you need an airtight seal. This doesn't provide that. That is why Keurig is not selling these in the store next to their machines.Specifically, I tried this with several different options. The My K-cup, the K-Caps to name a few. The flap that overhangs the cup wicks the water out of the K'cup when the machine applies water pressure and the coffee leaks over the side of the cup and all through the machine.


Question: What was unbelievable for the reviewer?

Didn't think that this would be a very good vacuum but needed an upright for the small amount of carpeting I have in my new home...I bought it and vacuumed.....WOW!!! I couldn't believe how much crud it sucked up off my floors! I tell everyone about this little inexpensive vacuum and they have bought it with the same results. This is a 5 star winner for sure!

Answer: how much crud it sucked up

Didn't think that this would be a very good vacuum but needed an upright for the small amount of carpeting I have in my new home... I bought it and vacuumed.....WOW!!! <hl> I couldn't believe how much crud it sucked up off my floors! <hl> I tell everyone about this little inexpensive vacuum and they have bought it with the same results. This is a 5 star winner for sure!

Didn't think that this would be a very good vacuum but needed an upright for the small amount of carpeting I have in my new home...I bought it and vacuumed.....WOW!!! I couldn't believe <hl> how much crud it sucked up <hl> off my floors! I tell everyone about this little inexpensive vacuum and they have bought it with the same results. This is a 5 star winner for sure!


Question: What is the writer not satisfied with the toaster?

I'm pleased with this toaster. The ejector slide is big and easy to use, as is the shade knob. The buttons could be bigger, and it's hard to read their labels. So memorize that the bottom button is cancel and the top button is bagel.The thing I like most about this toaster is the commendable uniformity of its toasting. Stick a sliced frozen bagel in it and it comes out a beautiful uniform brown.That's about it. A lack of bells & whistles, and focusing on toasting make this an easy recommend for any kitchen.

Answer: The buttons could be bigger, and it's hard to read their labels

I'm pleased with this toaster. The ejector slide is big and easy to use, as is the shade knob. <hl> The buttons could be bigger, and it's hard to read their labels . <hl> So memorize that the bottom button is cancel and the top button is bagel. The thing I like most about this toaster is the commendable uniformity of its toasting. Stick a sliced frozen bagel in it and it comes out a beautiful uniform brown. That's about it. A lack of bells & whistles, and focusing on toasting make this an easy recommend for any kitchen.

I'm pleased with this toaster. The ejector slide is big and easy to use, as is the shade knob. <hl> The buttons could be bigger, and it's hard to read their labels <hl>. So memorize that the bottom button is cancel and the top button is bagel.The thing I like most about this toaster is the commendable uniformity of its toasting. Stick a sliced frozen bagel in it and it comes out a beautiful uniform brown.That's about it. A lack of bells & whistles, and focusing on toasting make this an easy recommend for any kitchen.

<hl> The buttons could be bigger, and it's hard to read their labels <hl> .


Question: What qualities nullifies the ergonomic aspect of the product?

I honestly don't know what all the fuss is about with this product. I'm a total kitchen gadget junkie and so I was delighted when I received this for Christmas. Yes, it's more ergonomic to hold and it's a little easier for me to slice up small bits of pizza for my toddler, but it's not *all that*. The problem is the thing is so irritating to wash that I find myself just reaching for my regular pizza cutter instead of this one. Basically you have to take it out of its plastic case to wash it which can be rather tricky. I keep worrying I'm going to slice myself with the blade. Even putting it back together after it's clean is a bit nerve racking. Frankly all this business of taking it apart and putting it together sort of nullifies the ergonomic aspect of it for me.I'd say if you already have a pizza cutter that you're happy with you don't need to bother with this thing.

Answer: all this business of taking it apart and putting

I honestly don't know what all the fuss is about with this product. I'm a total kitchen gadget junkie and so I was delighted when I received this for Christmas. Yes, it's more ergonomic to hold and it's a little easier for me to slice up small bits of pizza for my toddler, but it's not *all that*. The problem is the thing is so irritating to wash that I find myself just reaching for my regular pizza cutter instead of this one. Basically you have to take it out of its plastic case to wash it which can be rather tricky. I keep worrying I'm going to slice myself with the blade. Even putting it back together after it's clean is a bit nerve racking. <hl> Frankly all this business of taking it apart and putting it together sort of nullifies the ergonomic aspect of it for me. <hl> I'd say if you already have a pizza cutter that you're happy with you don't need to bother with this thing.

I honestly don't know what all the fuss is about with this product. I'm a total kitchen gadget junkie and so I was delighted when I received this for Christmas. Yes, it's more ergonomic to hold and it's a little easier for me to slice up small bits of pizza for my toddler, but it's not *all that*. The problem is the thing is so irritating to wash that I find myself just reaching for my regular pizza cutter instead of this one. Basically you have to take it out of its plastic case to wash it which can be rather tricky. I keep worrying I'm going to slice myself with the blade. Even putting it back together after it's clean is a bit nerve racking. Frankly <hl> all this business of taking it apart and putting <hl> it together sort of nullifies the ergonomic aspect of it for me.I'd say if you already have a pizza cutter that you're happy with you don't need to bother with this thing.


Question: What design problem the NuWave overcame?

I first purchased the NuWave and loved it until the plastic dome started cracking. Rather than buy another dome, I figured it would be better to purchase a product with a better design such as the Super Wave Oven which has a big glass bowl and a cover on top which should last longer and is easier to wash. The only problem I see with this design which the NuWave overcame is the heating element. The NuWave's heating element is a true infrared carbon heat element which is thick and only glows a little which I can tell will last for a long time. The Super Wave's heating element is a halogen light tube which won't last longer than a year - thus minus one star. The other thing annoying is the loud beeping noise when setting the heat and time. Other than those two things, the oven is great so far.

Answer: the heating element.

I first purchased the NuWave and loved it until the plastic dome started cracking. Rather than buy another dome, I figured it would be better to purchase a product with a better design such as the Super Wave Oven which has a big glass bowl and a cover on top which should last longer and is easier to wash. <hl> The only problem I see with this design which the NuWave overcame is the heating element. The NuWave's heating element is a true infrared carbon heat element which is thick and only glows a little which I can tell will last for a long time. <hl> The Super Wave's heating element is a halogen light tube which won't last longer than a year - thus minus one star. The other thing annoying is the loud beeping noise when setting the heat and time. Other than those two things, the oven is great so far.

I first purchased the NuWave and loved it until the plastic dome started cracking. Rather than buy another dome, I figured it would be better to purchase a product with a better design such as the Super Wave Oven which has a big glass bowl and a cover on top which should last longer and is easier to wash. The only problem I see with this design which the NuWave overcame is <hl> the heating element. <hl> The NuWave's heating element is a true infrared carbon heat element which is thick and only glows a little which I can tell will last for a long time. The Super Wave's heating element is a halogen light tube which won't last longer than a year - thus minus one star. The other thing annoying is the loud beeping noise when setting the heat and time. Other than those two things, the oven is great so far.


Question: What makes the napkin holder even better?

As another reviewer said, the seam is in the front, which is a poor design, but other than that, it works well and looks good. Needed a napkin holder for out in the patio, but having the silverware too makes it even better.It's good looking enough to keep on the countertop all the time.

Answer: silverware

As another reviewer said, the seam is in the front, which is a poor design, but other than that, it works well and looks good. <hl> Needed a napkin holder for out in the patio, but having the silverware too makes it even better. <hl> It's good looking enough to keep on the countertop all the time.

As another reviewer said, the seam is in the front, which is a poor design, but other than that, it works well and looks good. Needed a napkin holder for out in the patio, but having the <hl> silverware <hl> too makes it even better.It's good looking enough to keep on the countertop all the time.


Question: Which person is the buyer gifting the product to?

I guess I don't have to add much here considering all the excellent reviews on this bottle. Everyone has managed to say what I would have said. So I'll just reiterate on what is most important and that's quality. This is a very sturdy, solid feeling bottle which does everything as described in the ad. It does not sweat, it does not leak, it is easy to clean, the opening is wide enough to add ice and it sure keeps liquids icy cold for a very long time. I take mine to bed with some ice in water; 12 hours later the ice is pretty much the same size and of course, the water is still icy cold. I love the pop up lid and the flow of liquids from the opening is wonderful. I ordered three, then ordered the 22 ounce bottle and about to order a second one now. This will come in handy for my little grandson when on trips this summer. I'm impressed and very, very pleased! Excellent product.

Answer: grandson

I guess I don't have to add much here considering all the excellent reviews on this bottle. Everyone has managed to say what I would have said. So I'll just reiterate on what is most important and that's quality. This is a very sturdy, solid feeling bottle which does everything as described in the ad. It does not sweat, it does not leak, it is easy to clean, the opening is wide enough to add ice and it sure keeps liquids icy cold for a very long time. I take mine to bed with some ice in water; 12 hours later the ice is pretty much the same size and of course, the water is still icy cold. I love the pop up lid and the flow of liquids from the opening is wonderful. I ordered three, then ordered the 22 ounce bottle and about to order a second one now. <hl> This will come in handy for my little grandson when on trips this summer. <hl> I'm impressed and very, very pleased! Excellent product.

I guess I don't have to add much here considering all the excellent reviews on this bottle. Everyone has managed to say what I would have said. So I'll just reiterate on what is most important and that's quality. This is a very sturdy, solid feeling bottle which does everything as described in the ad. It does not sweat, it does not leak, it is easy to clean, the opening is wide enough to add ice and it sure keeps liquids icy cold for a very long time. I take mine to bed with some ice in water; 12 hours later the ice is pretty much the same size and of course, the water is still icy cold. I love the pop up lid and the flow of liquids from the opening is wonderful. I ordered three, then ordered the 22 ounce bottle and about to order a second one now. This will come in handy for my little <hl> grandson <hl> when on trips this summer. I'm impressed and very, very pleased! Excellent product.


Question: What type of steak cook did the author have trouble getting?

Received this yesterday and cooked a Delmonico. Followed all the rater's suggestions on cooking/searing (thank you) and I cannot believe I am saying this was the best steak ever. Better than any grilled steak. Steak tasted like fine quality restaurant steak houses. Only issue I have, and if anyone can post--how to get a rare steak? Cooked 2 minutes each side on med-low and after resting was well-done. This pan is extremely well-made, but it is very, very heavy. The two handles are definitely needed along with oven mitts. I needed both hands to lift the pan. I cooked on a glass-top and found the pan did slide a bit so I have to watch and make sure the pan is directly on the heat element. As suggested, purchase the larger size. With the smaller pan, cooking a Delmonico at 1.3 pounds there would not be room to spare to add veggies. Washed up great, no scrubbing or burnt bits on the pan. I am going to only buy Lodge from now on.

Answer: rare

Received this yesterday and cooked a Delmonico. Followed all the rater's suggestions on cooking/searing (thank you) and I cannot believe I am saying this was the best steak ever. Better than any grilled steak. Steak tasted like fine quality restaurant steak houses. <hl> Only issue I have, and if anyone can post--how to get a rare steak? <hl> Cooked 2 minutes each side on med-low and after resting was well-done. This pan is extremely well-made, but it is very, very heavy. The two handles are definitely needed along with oven mitts. I needed both hands to lift the pan. I cooked on a glass-top and found the pan did slide a bit so I have to watch and make sure the pan is directly on the heat element. As suggested, purchase the larger size. With the smaller pan, cooking a Delmonico at 1.3 pounds there would not be room to spare to add veggies. Washed up great, no scrubbing or burnt bits on the pan. I am going to only buy Lodge from now on.

Received this yesterday and cooked a Delmonico. Followed all the rater's suggestions on cooking/searing (thank you) and I cannot believe I am saying this was the best steak ever. Better than any grilled steak. Steak tasted like fine quality restaurant steak houses. Only issue I have, and if anyone can post--how to get a <hl> rare <hl> steak? Cooked 2 minutes each side on med-low and after resting was well-done. This pan is extremely well-made, but it is very, very heavy. The two handles are definitely needed along with oven mitts. I needed both hands to lift the pan. I cooked on a glass-top and found the pan did slide a bit so I have to watch and make sure the pan is directly on the heat element. As suggested, purchase the larger size. With the smaller pan, cooking a Delmonico at 1.3 pounds there would not be room to spare to add veggies. Washed up great, no scrubbing or burnt bits on the pan. I am going to only buy Lodge from now on.


Question: Who assembled the glass shelves?

First of all, this thing is freakin' awesome. My wife put it together while I did some work, she assembled all the glass shelves in to the frame. We hung it up with 6 BIG 4" wall toggle bolts. On the top shelf I house an external WD Hdd, a WDTV Live and a Actiontec HDMI WiFi Transmitter. On the second shelf I have my Dish Network 722 (fits perfectly even with all the wires coming out the back). On the bottom shelf I have an old Ken wood Stereo Receive (fits, but the front legs come off just a bit but this doesn't affect stability. The receiver measures 17"w x 14"d x 5"h.The wire maintenance was a little trick. We used a wire coat hanger and some masking tape to thread the bulky wires through the back.This unit installed is an amazing addition to your small living space, I highly recommend it!

Answer: My wife

First of all, this thing is freakin' awesome. <hl> My wife put it together while I did some work, she assembled all the glass shelves in to the frame. <hl> We hung it up with 6 BIG 4" wall toggle bolts. On the top shelf I house an external WD Hdd, a WDTV Live and a Actiontec HDMI WiFi Transmitter. On the second shelf I have my Dish Network 722 (fits perfectly even with all the wires coming out the back). On the bottom shelf I have an old Ken wood Stereo Receive (fits, but the front legs come off just a bit but this doesn't affect stability. The receiver measures 17"w x 14"d x 5"h. The wire maintenance was a little trick. We used a wire coat hanger and some masking tape to thread the bulky wires through the back. This unit installed is an amazing addition to your small living space, I highly recommend it!

First of all, this thing is freakin' awesome. <hl> My wife <hl> put it together while I did some work, she assembled all the glass shelves in to the frame. We hung it up with 6 BIG 4" wall toggle bolts. On the top shelf I house an external WD Hdd, a WDTV Live and a Actiontec HDMI WiFi Transmitter. On the second shelf I have my Dish Network 722 (fits perfectly even with all the wires coming out the back). On the bottom shelf I have an old Ken wood Stereo Receive (fits, but the front legs come off just a bit but this doesn't affect stability. The receiver measures 17"w x 14"d x 5"h.The wire maintenance was a little trick. We used a wire coat hanger and some masking tape to thread the bulky wires through the back.This unit installed is an amazing addition to your small living space, I highly recommend it!


Question: In addtion to the DC27, what brand vaccum cleaner do I have?

I also have a DC27 which is heavy and I don't really like as the connector hose between the power head and the vacuum keeps disconnecting and the extension hose is tight which is why I got this one. The Hoover is much lighter and has a longer & more flexible hose but to use the handheld part, you have to manually disconnect and then reconnect the hose. To get the long hose, you need to connect in the hose extension as well. The Dyson sucks from the power head when the handle is tilted (assuming the hose underneath hasn't come undone) and from the wand when locked upright which is superior when it works. For the price, the Hoover is a great deal but frankly I would have returned it if I hadn't already put all the packaging into the recycle bin.

Answer: Hoover

I also have a DC27 which is heavy and I don't really like as the connector hose between the power head and the vacuum keeps disconnecting and the extension hose is tight which is why I got this one. <hl> The Hoover is much lighter and has a longer & more flexible hose but to use the handheld part, you have to manually disconnect and then reconnect the hose. <hl> To get the long hose, you need to connect in the hose extension as well. The Dyson sucks from the power head when the handle is tilted (assuming the hose underneath hasn't come undone) and from the wand when locked upright which is superior when it works. For the price, the Hoover is a great deal but frankly I would have returned it if I hadn't already put all the packaging into the recycle bin.

I also have a DC27 which is heavy and I don't really like as the connector hose between the power head and the vacuum keeps disconnecting and the extension hose is tight which is why I got this one. The <hl> Hoover <hl> is much lighter and has a longer & more flexible hose but to use the handheld part, you have to manually disconnect and then reconnect the hose. To get the long hose, you need to connect in the hose extension as well. The Dyson sucks from the power head when the handle is tilted (assuming the hose underneath hasn't come undone) and from the wand when locked upright which is superior when it works. For the price, the Hoover is a great deal but frankly I would have returned it if I hadn't already put all the packaging into the recycle bin.


Question: What can the husband sear on this?

I really wanted this to work so I could make nice, golden crepes. Unfortunately, I have tried it several times, and it just doesn't work. The crepes stick, they peel off in strips, they have to be thrown out. I seasoned it according to the instructions that came with the pan. Then I seasoned it according to the other insturctions that came with the pan (yes, it came with two different sets of instructions). Then I looked up pan seasoning online and tried yet another method. Still no luck. Maybe my husband can sear a steak on this or something, but it's certainly not useful for crepes.

Answer: a steak

I really wanted this to work so I could make nice, golden crepes. Unfortunately, I have tried it several times, and it just doesn't work. The crepes stick, they peel off in strips, they have to be thrown out. I seasoned it according to the instructions that came with the pan. Then I seasoned it according to the other insturctions that came with the pan (yes, it came with two different sets of instructions). Then I looked up pan seasoning online and tried yet another method. Still no luck. <hl> Maybe my husband can sear a steak on this or something, but it's certainly not useful for crepes. <hl>

I really wanted this to work so I could make nice, golden crepes. Unfortunately, I have tried it several times, and it just doesn't work. The crepes stick, they peel off in strips, they have to be thrown out. I seasoned it according to the instructions that came with the pan. Then I seasoned it according to the other insturctions that came with the pan (yes, it came with two different sets of instructions). Then I looked up pan seasoning online and tried yet another method. Still no luck. Maybe my husband can sear <hl> a steak <hl> on this or something, but it's certainly not useful for crepes.


Question: Why is the mattress difficult to stand on it's side?

The fact that it came undamaged after being compressed and folded to fit into a rather small box says a lot about the quality of the springs. I bought it to use with this frame http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005WXO984/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1 and it fits perfectly.The mattress is firm but not too hard, very comfy. I don't understand what some reviewers are talking about when they say it's so soft that they sink into it. Two adults who weigh about 290lbs in total have been sleeping on it with no complaints.It is very nice for the price so I'm not going to be too picky. The only cons are:1. The underside of the mattress is a few layers of that cheap reusable grocery bag material. It tore a little bit when I tried to drag the mattress to a different room.2. It is heavy and very floppy, so it can be difficult to stand it on it's side and carry down 2 flights of stairs when we move out.Overall a very good purchase.

Answer: . It is heavy and very floppy, so it can be difficult to stand it on it's side

The fact that it came undamaged after being compressed and folded to fit into a rather small box says a lot about the quality of the springs. I bought it to use with this frame http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005WXO984/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1 and it fits perfectly. The mattress is firm but not too hard, very comfy. I don't understand what some reviewers are talking about when they say it's so soft that they sink into it. Two adults who weigh about 290lbs in total have been sleeping on it with no complaints. It is very nice for the price so I'm not going to be too picky. The only cons are:1. The underside of the mattress is a few layers of that cheap reusable grocery bag material. <hl> It tore a little bit when I tried to drag the mattress to a different room.2 . It is heavy and very floppy, so it can be difficult to stand it on it's side and carry down 2 flights of stairs when we move out. <hl> Overall a very good purchase.

The fact that it came undamaged after being compressed and folded to fit into a rather small box says a lot about the quality of the springs. I bought it to use with this frame http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005WXO984/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1 and it fits perfectly.The mattress is firm but not too hard, very comfy. I don't understand what some reviewers are talking about when they say it's so soft that they sink into it. Two adults who weigh about 290lbs in total have been sleeping on it with no complaints.It is very nice for the price so I'm not going to be too picky. The only cons are:1. The underside of the mattress is a few layers of that cheap reusable grocery bag material. It tore a little bit when I tried to drag the mattress to a different room.2<hl> . It is heavy and very floppy, so it can be difficult to stand it on it's side <hl> and carry down 2 flights of stairs when we move out.Overall a very good purchase.

It tore a little bit when I tried to drag the mattress to a different room.2 <hl> . It is heavy and very floppy, so it can be difficult to stand it on it's side <hl> and carry down 2 flights of stairs when we move out.


Question: what did the writer purchase the product for?

Purchased it specifically to grind spices. At first trials with a variety of hard and soft, dry and wet spices, it functioned as expected; grinding cacao beans, pepper corns, granulated sugar, flax seeds and Ceylon sticks.It is a “blade” grinder and should be used very carefully and sparingly to grind hard nuts (Almonds, Nutmeg etc) as that would blunt the blades. It is not as efficient as a “burr” grinder for grinding coffee beans.It has three speeds. Best to use “Pulse” at first when grinding new material, to gauge the desired grind.The bowl is all one piece and cannot be disassembled, which makes it difficult to clean.Tends to overheat if used with hard nuts or continuously for about 20 to 30 minutes.

Answer: grind spices

<hl> Purchased it specifically to grind spices . <hl> At first trials with a variety of hard and soft, dry and wet spices, it functioned as expected; grinding cacao beans, pepper corns, granulated sugar, flax seeds and Ceylon sticks. It is a “blade” grinder and should be used very carefully and sparingly to grind hard nuts (Almonds, Nutmeg etc) as that would blunt the blades. It is not as efficient as a “burr” grinder for grinding coffee beans. It has three speeds. Best to use “Pulse” at first when grinding new material, to gauge the desired grind. The bowl is all one piece and cannot be disassembled, which makes it difficult to clean. Tends to overheat if used with hard nuts or continuously for about 20 to 30 minutes.

Purchased it specifically to <hl> grind spices <hl>. At first trials with a variety of hard and soft, dry and wet spices, it functioned as expected; grinding cacao beans, pepper corns, granulated sugar, flax seeds and Ceylon sticks.It is a “blade” grinder and should be used very carefully and sparingly to grind hard nuts (Almonds, Nutmeg etc) as that would blunt the blades. It is not as efficient as a “burr” grinder for grinding coffee beans.It has three speeds. Best to use “Pulse” at first when grinding new material, to gauge the desired grind.The bowl is all one piece and cannot be disassembled, which makes it difficult to clean.Tends to overheat if used with hard nuts or continuously for about 20 to 30 minutes.

Purchased it specifically to <hl> grind spices <hl> .


Question: What material were the reviewer's previous measuring cups made of?

If you like a good solid measuring cup then look no further! I was looking for a set of measuring cups to use as a scoop for my dog, cat and bird foods. These are stainless steel and strong. I've used plastic ones and the handles generally snap. The handles on these are nice in that they feature non-slip handles. When scooping the pet food you don't lose your grip and spill kibble or seed all over the place. They do come with a plastic ring that you can use to keep the cups together and then when you need one you can easily slip it off. I don't really need this feature, but it is a nice way to keep them together.

Answer: plastic

If you like a good solid measuring cup then look no further! I was looking for a set of measuring cups to use as a scoop for my dog, cat and bird foods. These are stainless steel and strong. <hl> I've used plastic ones and the handles generally snap. <hl> The handles on these are nice in that they feature non-slip handles. When scooping the pet food you don't lose your grip and spill kibble or seed all over the place. They do come with a plastic ring that you can use to keep the cups together and then when you need one you can easily slip it off. I don't really need this feature, but it is a nice way to keep them together.

If you like a good solid measuring cup then look no further! I was looking for a set of measuring cups to use as a scoop for my dog, cat and bird foods. These are stainless steel and strong. I've used <hl> plastic <hl> ones and the handles generally snap. The handles on these are nice in that they feature non-slip handles. When scooping the pet food you don't lose your grip and spill kibble or seed all over the place. They do come with a plastic ring that you can use to keep the cups together and then when you need one you can easily slip it off. I don't really need this feature, but it is a nice way to keep them together.


Question: What is the result of smaller ice cubes?

Believe it or not. When you put water in these trays, and put them in your freezer, after a couple of hours, providing your freezer is cold enough, you will get ice cubes from these trays. I mean, what more are you expecting? I use these to supplement the ice-maker on my freezer. I bought a new $3,000 unit with the slim line ice maker in the door. You know, the kind that does not protrude into the freezer section. Well, let me tell you what the trade off is. The ice maker unit is smaller to fit in the door. Does not make as much ice as the full size units. And the size of the cubes are smaller, so you end up with the ice cubes melting faster than larger ones. So I use these trays to fill up my glasses when I want the ice cubes to last longer. And for that chore, these trays work fine.

Answer: the ice cubes melting faster than larger ones

Believe it or not. When you put water in these trays, and put them in your freezer, after a couple of hours, providing your freezer is cold enough, you will get ice cubes from these trays. I mean, what more are you expecting? I use these to supplement the ice-maker on my freezer. I bought a new $3,000 unit with the slim line ice maker in the door. You know, the kind that does not protrude into the freezer section. Well, let me tell you what the trade off is. The ice maker unit is smaller to fit in the door. Does not make as much ice as the full size units. <hl> And the size of the cubes are smaller, so you end up with the ice cubes melting faster than larger ones . <hl> So I use these trays to fill up my glasses when I want the ice cubes to last longer. And for that chore, these trays work fine.

Believe it or not. When you put water in these trays, and put them in your freezer, after a couple of hours, providing your freezer is cold enough, you will get ice cubes from these trays. I mean, what more are you expecting? I use these to supplement the ice-maker on my freezer. I bought a new $3,000 unit with the slim line ice maker in the door. You know, the kind that does not protrude into the freezer section. Well, let me tell you what the trade off is. The ice maker unit is smaller to fit in the door. Does not make as much ice as the full size units. And the size of the cubes are smaller, so you end up with <hl> the ice cubes melting faster than larger ones <hl>. So I use these trays to fill up my glasses when I want the ice cubes to last longer. And for that chore, these trays work fine.

And the size of the cubes are smaller, so you end up with <hl> the ice cubes melting faster than larger ones <hl> .


Question: Luckily they haven't had any issue with their TP-Holder doing what?

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

Answer: falling over

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

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

This is the perfection solution to not only holding the roll, but of storing a few spares!I haven't had issue with mine <hl> falling over <hl> , but we also do not yank the paper with brute force either...


Question: How can be sealed cork be tested?

These worked fine for me at first. But the rubber seems to lose some of its filling power over time and doesn't make a tight seal, as I found out when the cork that was sealed slipped out of a red wine bottle on its side. If you buy these I suggest you test it on each use; grasp it by the rim and lift the bottle, making sure it doesn't slip out. When it slips out, its usefulness is over. Also I had the lever mechanism break on one of them. I have since bought a brand at Bed Bath and Beyond that has a much more solid feeling thick toggle in the center, and 1+ years with no problems.

Answer: grasp it by the rim and lift the bottle, making sure it doesn't slip out

These worked fine for me at first. But the rubber seems to lose some of its filling power over time and doesn't make a tight seal, as I found out when the cork that was sealed slipped out of a red wine bottle on its side. <hl> If you buy these I suggest you test it on each use; grasp it by the rim and lift the bottle, making sure it doesn't slip out . <hl> When it slips out, its usefulness is over. Also I had the lever mechanism break on one of them. I have since bought a brand at Bed Bath and Beyond that has a much more solid feeling thick toggle in the center, and 1+ years with no problems.

These worked fine for me at first. But the rubber seems to lose some of its filling power over time and doesn't make a tight seal, as I found out when the cork that was sealed slipped out of a red wine bottle on its side. If you buy these I suggest you test it on each use; <hl> grasp it by the rim and lift the bottle, making sure it doesn't slip out <hl>. When it slips out, its usefulness is over. Also I had the lever mechanism break on one of them. I have since bought a brand at Bed Bath and Beyond that has a much more solid feeling thick toggle in the center, and 1+ years with no problems.

If you buy these I suggest you test it on each use; <hl> grasp it by the rim and lift the bottle, making sure it doesn't slip out <hl> .


Question: How many times does the author have to pump it for each spray?

I was expecting a little more out of this device than what I got, but it does work. I purchased this to help spread butter flavoring on popcorn. I can fill it up and spray the popcorn then sift a little extra flavoring and it works great. There are two areas in which I would really like to see this device improve...1. It seems silly to only be able to use half the bottle for product. Leaving very little space for the product meaning that you have to refill it pretty regularly.2. Not much pressure generated. While this does work I basically have to pump it a good 10x or so for each spray, which is bordering on too much work to make it useful.I'm not sure what it would take to resolve these two issues, but I removed a star for each of these.

Answer: 10x

I was expecting a little more out of this device than what I got, but it does work. I purchased this to help spread butter flavoring on popcorn. I can fill it up and spray the popcorn then sift a little extra flavoring and it works great. There are two areas in which I would really like to see this device improve...1. It seems silly to only be able to use half the bottle for product. Leaving very little space for the product meaning that you have to refill it pretty regularly.2. Not much pressure generated. <hl> While this does work I basically have to pump it a good 10x or so for each spray, which is bordering on too much work to make it useful. <hl> I'm not sure what it would take to resolve these two issues, but I removed a star for each of these.

I was expecting a little more out of this device than what I got, but it does work. I purchased this to help spread butter flavoring on popcorn. I can fill it up and spray the popcorn then sift a little extra flavoring and it works great. There are two areas in which I would really like to see this device improve...1. It seems silly to only be able to use half the bottle for product. Leaving very little space for the product meaning that you have to refill it pretty regularly.2. Not much pressure generated. While this does work I basically have to pump it a good <hl> 10x <hl> or so for each spray, which is bordering on too much work to make it useful.I'm not sure what it would take to resolve these two issues, but I removed a star for each of these.


Question: What kind of plug did this come with?

Considering that most high quality decanters come without stoppers, this simple object should be essential for most wine lovers. We don't often decant wine, and when we do, we usually consume the whole bottle in one evening. However, this stopper is perfect for those times when you can't finish the wine the same day. It is high quality glass, free of bubbles and defects. It is satisfyingly heavy and very good quality. Additionally, it fits both of our decanters (Spiegelau and Riedel) perfectly, giving us the chance to enjoy the wine in decent condition the next day. We are very pleased with it.

Answer: stoppers

<hl> Considering that most high quality decanters come without stoppers , this simple object should be essential for most wine lovers. <hl> We don't often decant wine, and when we do, we usually consume the whole bottle in one evening. However, this stopper is perfect for those times when you can't finish the wine the same day. It is high quality glass, free of bubbles and defects. It is satisfyingly heavy and very good quality. Additionally, it fits both of our decanters (Spiegelau and Riedel) perfectly, giving us the chance to enjoy the wine in decent condition the next day. We are very pleased with it.

Considering that most high quality decanters come without <hl> stoppers <hl>, this simple object should be essential for most wine lovers. We don't often decant wine, and when we do, we usually consume the whole bottle in one evening. However, this stopper is perfect for those times when you can't finish the wine the same day. It is high quality glass, free of bubbles and defects. It is satisfyingly heavy and very good quality. Additionally, it fits both of our decanters (Spiegelau and Riedel) perfectly, giving us the chance to enjoy the wine in decent condition the next day. We are very pleased with it.

Considering that most high quality decanters come without <hl> stoppers <hl> , this simple object should be essential for most wine lovers.


Question: Which type of rod is not recommended?

For those of us who can't use a regular shower caddy (e.g. with a claw foot tub) and need to hang something on the shower rod, this works as advertised. I wouldn't recommend it if you have a tension rod, since you'll be putting bottles of fluids in it. But otherwise it holds the bottles and brushes and loofas fine. My (women's) razors did NOT fit well in the smaller pockets up top and tend to fall out. Also not the most attractive thing, but not uglier than anything else available. And it works.

Answer: tension

For those of us who can't use a regular shower caddy (e.g. with a claw foot tub) and need to hang something on the shower rod, this works as advertised. <hl> I wouldn't recommend it if you have a tension rod, since you'll be putting bottles of fluids in it. <hl> But otherwise it holds the bottles and brushes and loofas fine. My (women's) razors did NOT fit well in the smaller pockets up top and tend to fall out. Also not the most attractive thing, but not uglier than anything else available. And it works.

For those of us who can't use a regular shower caddy (e.g. with a claw foot tub) and need to hang something on the shower rod, this works as advertised. I wouldn't recommend it if you have a <hl> tension <hl> rod, since you'll be putting bottles of fluids in it. But otherwise it holds the bottles and brushes and loofas fine. My (women's) razors did NOT fit well in the smaller pockets up top and tend to fall out. Also not the most attractive thing, but not uglier than anything else available. And it works.


Question: It's much easier to use The Super Peel, than to?

I've owned and used an Exo Super Peel since 2006. I just used it today, to move some soft/sticky Italian bread loaves from my kitchen counter to a perforated loaf pan. No sticking, no hassles. It was much easier than trying to roll/slide/move the loaves into the pan any other way.The Super Peel is great when moving soft/sticky pizza or any sort of dough from your working surface into the oven. It's MUCH better than a traditional "peel". Less sticking, less deformation of a sticky dough creation.I like it...a lot!

Answer: roll/slide/move the loaves into the pan any other way

I've owned and used an Exo Super Peel since 2006. I just used it today, to move some soft/sticky Italian bread loaves from my kitchen counter to a perforated loaf pan. No sticking, no hassles. <hl> It was much easier than trying to roll/slide/move the loaves into the pan any other way .The Super Peel is great when moving soft/sticky pizza or any sort of dough from your working surface into the oven. <hl> It's MUCH better than a traditional "peel". Less sticking, less deformation of a sticky dough creation. I like it...a lot!

I've owned and used an Exo Super Peel since 2006. I just used it today, to move some soft/sticky Italian bread loaves from my kitchen counter to a perforated loaf pan. No sticking, no hassles. It was much easier than trying to <hl> roll/slide/move the loaves into the pan any other way <hl>.The Super Peel is great when moving soft/sticky pizza or any sort of dough from your working surface into the oven. It's MUCH better than a traditional "peel". Less sticking, less deformation of a sticky dough creation.I like it...a lot!

It was much easier than trying to <hl> roll/slide/move the loaves into the pan any other way <hl> .The Super Peel is great when moving soft/sticky pizza or any sort of dough from your working surface into the oven.


Question: Who did they have a potluck bbq with?

I bought this knife after reading an America's Test Kitchen review...was a little skeptical as it was so relatively inexpensive but it's great! Hold it's edge, nice weight (not too heavy) and definitely a keeper. I had a potluck BBQ with several friends who were doing various preps in my kitchen of things they had brought...after several of them mentioned loving the knife and that they were considering just slipping it into their bags when they left...I told them...that it was a Victorinox. not that expensive and they could easily go online and buy one from Amazon too. People that like to cook seem to go through set after set of useless knives or spent a small fortune trying to find "the perfect knife" I know I have...then again there's the Victorinox (the same company that makes Swiss Army Knives) it's great...who knew? They need to advertise more.

Answer: several friends

I bought this knife after reading an America's Test Kitchen review...was a little skeptical as it was so relatively inexpensive but it's great! Hold it's edge, nice weight (not too heavy) and definitely a keeper. <hl> I had a potluck BBQ with several friends who were doing various preps in my kitchen of things they had brought...after several of them mentioned loving the knife and that they were considering just slipping it into their bags when they left... <hl> I told them...that it was a Victorinox. not that expensive and they could easily go online and buy one from Amazon too. People that like to cook seem to go through set after set of useless knives or spent a small fortune trying to find "the perfect knife" I know I have...then again there's the Victorinox (the same company that makes Swiss Army Knives) it's great...who knew? They need to advertise more.

I bought this knife after reading an America's Test Kitchen review...was a little skeptical as it was so relatively inexpensive but it's great! Hold it's edge, nice weight (not too heavy) and definitely a keeper. I had a potluck BBQ with <hl> several friends <hl> who were doing various preps in my kitchen of things they had brought...after several of them mentioned loving the knife and that they were considering just slipping it into their bags when they left...I told them...that it was a Victorinox. not that expensive and they could easily go online and buy one from Amazon too. People that like to cook seem to go through set after set of useless knives or spent a small fortune trying to find "the perfect knife" I know I have...then again there's the Victorinox (the same company that makes Swiss Army Knives) it's great...who knew? They need to advertise more.


Question: What room does the author keep this product in?

1.5 months after purchase. Still absolutely loving it!!! Even if I ended up having to press the open and close button (which so far has not been necessary because the auto open and close still works perfectly) I would still recommend this can. It is huge so you don't have to take out the trash nearly so often! It seals in smells amazingly well so no worries about odor either. No fingerprints... well.. you hardly have to ever touch it so maybe that's part of the benefit. It presses nice and tight and flat to the wall so it's a spacesaver in my dining room. Great price!! Love It Love It Love It!!

Answer: dining room

1.5 months after purchase. Still absolutely loving it!!! Even if I ended up having to press the open and close button (which so far has not been necessary because the auto open and close still works perfectly) I would still recommend this can. It is huge so you don't have to take out the trash nearly so often! It seals in smells amazingly well so no worries about odor either. No fingerprints... well.. you hardly have to ever touch it so maybe that's part of the benefit. <hl> It presses nice and tight and flat to the wall so it's a spacesaver in my dining room . <hl> Great price!! Love It Love It Love It!!

1.5 months after purchase. Still absolutely loving it!!! Even if I ended up having to press the open and close button (which so far has not been necessary because the auto open and close still works perfectly) I would still recommend this can. It is huge so you don't have to take out the trash nearly so often! It seals in smells amazingly well so no worries about odor either. No fingerprints... well.. you hardly have to ever touch it so maybe that's part of the benefit. It presses nice and tight and flat to the wall so it's a spacesaver in my <hl> dining room <hl>. Great price!! Love It Love It Love It!!

It presses nice and tight and flat to the wall so it's a spacesaver in my <hl> dining room <hl> .


Question: what type of odor does city water have?

I have been using this pitcher for about 9 months. First off, the taste of the water is great. It completely removed the chlorine odor and odd taste from my city water. The pitcher is well designed. It is pretty easy to clean and I only clean mine every two months when I change the filter. I have not detected any mold or odors with this cleaning frequency. I do keep my pitcher in the fridge all the time so I'm sure that helps. I was only buying two gallons of bottled water per week, but this has already paid for itself in less than a year. I know my water has been filtered now. You never know if bottled water is filtered or just bottled from a city tap.

Answer: chlorine

I have been using this pitcher for about 9 months. First off, the taste of the water is great. <hl> It completely removed the chlorine odor and odd taste from my city water. <hl> The pitcher is well designed. It is pretty easy to clean and I only clean mine every two months when I change the filter. I have not detected any mold or odors with this cleaning frequency. I do keep my pitcher in the fridge all the time so I'm sure that helps. I was only buying two gallons of bottled water per week, but this has already paid for itself in less than a year. I know my water has been filtered now. You never know if bottled water is filtered or just bottled from a city tap.

I have been using this pitcher for about 9 months. First off, the taste of the water is great. It completely removed the <hl> chlorine <hl> odor and odd taste from my city water. The pitcher is well designed. It is pretty easy to clean and I only clean mine every two months when I change the filter. I have not detected any mold or odors with this cleaning frequency. I do keep my pitcher in the fridge all the time so I'm sure that helps. I was only buying two gallons of bottled water per week, but this has already paid for itself in less than a year. I know my water has been filtered now. You never know if bottled water is filtered or just bottled from a city tap.


Question: what type of clamping device does this product use to hold it together?

This comes in a deceptively small box, and uses the usual oddball hardware clamping devices to hold it together. You need a reasonable size workspace to assemble it, and if you have a couple decks of cards or thin books it helps because the base is deeper than the unit as a whole. It went together quickly. The only thing that's a bit quirky is that if you're using it just to store CDs, the vertical openings aren't uniform. If you use it with more flexible opening for other things, you won't notice it.

Answer: oddball hardware

<hl> This comes in a deceptively small box, and uses the usual oddball hardware clamping devices to hold it together. <hl> You need a reasonable size workspace to assemble it, and if you have a couple decks of cards or thin books it helps because the base is deeper than the unit as a whole. It went together quickly. The only thing that's a bit quirky is that if you're using it just to store CDs, the vertical openings aren't uniform. If you use it with more flexible opening for other things, you won't notice it.

This comes in a deceptively small box, and uses the usual <hl> oddball hardware <hl> clamping devices to hold it together. You need a reasonable size workspace to assemble it, and if you have a couple decks of cards or thin books it helps because the base is deeper than the unit as a whole. It went together quickly. The only thing that's a bit quirky is that if you're using it just to store CDs, the vertical openings aren't uniform. If you use it with more flexible opening for other things, you won't notice it.


Question: Where did the person search for products to buy?

Love it... however it does not have an on/off switch. I knew this when I bought it. I give it a four because I think the manf should put an on//off switch on it. I had an old faithful popcorn popper and could not find one to reorder. I researched on Amazon, and this one seemed to fit the need. Works great! Per other recommendations, I did let the popper heat up a few minutes before I put in the popcorn and a little bit of popcorn oil. I only use Orville popcorn, and it popped beautifully. No leftover kernels. I do not use the butter melter on the top of the bowl. Once popcorn stops popping, flip over and remove the base... no burnt popcorn either!

Answer: Amazon

Love it... however it does not have an on/off switch. I knew this when I bought it. I give it a four because I think the manf should put an on//off switch on it. I had an old faithful popcorn popper and could not find one to reorder. <hl> I researched on Amazon , and this one seemed to fit the need. <hl> Works great! Per other recommendations, I did let the popper heat up a few minutes before I put in the popcorn and a little bit of popcorn oil. I only use Orville popcorn, and it popped beautifully. No leftover kernels. I do not use the butter melter on the top of the bowl. Once popcorn stops popping, flip over and remove the base... no burnt popcorn either!

Love it... however it does not have an on/off switch. I knew this when I bought it. I give it a four because I think the manf should put an on//off switch on it. I had an old faithful popcorn popper and could not find one to reorder. I researched on <hl> Amazon <hl>, and this one seemed to fit the need. Works great! Per other recommendations, I did let the popper heat up a few minutes before I put in the popcorn and a little bit of popcorn oil. I only use Orville popcorn, and it popped beautifully. No leftover kernels. I do not use the butter melter on the top of the bowl. Once popcorn stops popping, flip over and remove the base... no burnt popcorn either!

I researched on <hl> Amazon <hl> , and this one seemed to fit the need.


Question: What gets burned?

I bought these pans thinking that this style/size would be a universal size for all types of tins. I already own two of the Wilton Jumbo pans and assumed these would be the same. These cups are wider than wilton, resulting in a shorter, fatter muffin than if I put the same amount of batter into the Wilton pan. Also, the dark coating has had a tendency to burn the edges of my products before they are through cooking in the middle. These may say non-stick, but I always spray as I do not use liners when baking jumbo muffins for our local cafe.If you are looking for a taller muffin pan, I would recommend using Wilton's:Wilton 6-Cup Jumbo Muffin Pan

Answer: the edges

I bought these pans thinking that this style/size would be a universal size for all types of tins. I already own two of the Wilton Jumbo pans and assumed these would be the same. These cups are wider than wilton, resulting in a shorter, fatter muffin than if I put the same amount of batter into the Wilton pan. <hl> Also, the dark coating has had a tendency to burn the edges of my products before they are through cooking in the middle. <hl> These may say non-stick, but I always spray as I do not use liners when baking jumbo muffins for our local cafe. If you are looking for a taller muffin pan, I would recommend using Wilton's:Wilton 6-Cup Jumbo Muffin Pan

I bought these pans thinking that this style/size would be a universal size for all types of tins. I already own two of the Wilton Jumbo pans and assumed these would be the same. These cups are wider than wilton, resulting in a shorter, fatter muffin than if I put the same amount of batter into the Wilton pan. Also, the dark coating has had a tendency to burn <hl> the edges <hl> of my products before they are through cooking in the middle. These may say non-stick, but I always spray as I do not use liners when baking jumbo muffins for our local cafe.If you are looking for a taller muffin pan, I would recommend using Wilton's:Wilton 6-Cup Jumbo Muffin Pan


Question: what timer funciton do they like?

It is very simple to use and I don 't know why I stuck with manual timers as long as I did. My last timer which was a Sunbeam manual timer cured me of my ignorance; it couldn't keep proper time and would sometimes stop ticking all together or other times the buzzer wouldn't ring or very softly.This timer costs less than any timer I have previously bought but you get a lot of bang for your buck! I really liked the memory function so when I make cookies for example with one push of a button; I can reset it for the same time again and again.

Answer: memory

It is very simple to use and I don 't know why I stuck with manual timers as long as I did. My last timer which was a Sunbeam manual timer cured me of my ignorance; it couldn't keep proper time and would sometimes stop ticking all together or other times the buzzer wouldn't ring or very softly. This timer costs less than any timer I have previously bought but you get a lot of bang for your buck! <hl> I really liked the memory function so when I make cookies for example with one push of a button; I can reset it for the same time again and again. <hl>

It is very simple to use and I don 't know why I stuck with manual timers as long as I did. My last timer which was a Sunbeam manual timer cured me of my ignorance; it couldn't keep proper time and would sometimes stop ticking all together or other times the buzzer wouldn't ring or very softly.This timer costs less than any timer I have previously bought but you get a lot of bang for your buck! I really liked the <hl> memory <hl> function so when I make cookies for example with one push of a button; I can reset it for the same time again and again.


Question: How long has the item been in use?

I've used these now for about 2 months now. When I'm cutting veggies, or chicken, or beef, I set the mat on top of my bamboo cutting board to work. They help me avoid cross-contamination between different kinds of foods and proteins, and help keep my cutting board clean. The color-coding is instantly identifiable, even if you don't see the picture. The flexibility of the mat allows me to cut the food bend the mat, and dump it into the bowl. I can't think of one thing that would improve these. They seem ideally suited for what they are designed for. I like that they have Microban and are BPA free (very important to me) and they are dishwasher safe and that they don't dull your knives. A must for everyone's kitchen .. plus they don't take up a lot of space.

Answer: 2 months

<hl> I've used these now for about 2 months now. <hl> When I'm cutting veggies, or chicken, or beef, I set the mat on top of my bamboo cutting board to work. They help me avoid cross-contamination between different kinds of foods and proteins, and help keep my cutting board clean. The color-coding is instantly identifiable, even if you don't see the picture. The flexibility of the mat allows me to cut the food bend the mat, and dump it into the bowl. I can't think of one thing that would improve these. They seem ideally suited for what they are designed for. I like that they have Microban and are BPA free (very important to me) and they are dishwasher safe and that they don't dull your knives. A must for everyone's kitchen .. plus they don't take up a lot of space.

I've used these now for about <hl> 2 months <hl> now. When I'm cutting veggies, or chicken, or beef, I set the mat on top of my bamboo cutting board to work. They help me avoid cross-contamination between different kinds of foods and proteins, and help keep my cutting board clean. The color-coding is instantly identifiable, even if you don't see the picture. The flexibility of the mat allows me to cut the food bend the mat, and dump it into the bowl. I can't think of one thing that would improve these. They seem ideally suited for what they are designed for. I like that they have Microban and are BPA free (very important to me) and they are dishwasher safe and that they don't dull your knives. A must for everyone's kitchen .. plus they don't take up a lot of space.


Question: Which food came out partially bad a few times?

I wanted one of these so badly. My sister bought this for me as a gift. It is not at all easy to clean. With the first use, the silver backsplatter sheild had burned-on goodness all over it that could not be removed. Cleaning the stuff that goes inside, especially the cage that holds chicken parts, takes some skill and patience - things I don't possess in great measure. The skin of the chicken sticks to the inside. I've tried spraying it with non-stick cooking spray and it helps a little but not enough. Also, a few times the chicken that I had placed in the tray came out bad in some places. At first I thought I was being hoodwinked by the local grocer and getting bad chicken parts. I make my food to bring to work for lunch and can't have the smell of rotting chicken eminating from the microwave in my office and this seems to happen consistenly with this rotisserie. Not when I just bake the chicken in the preheated oven. Right now it's just taking up space on my table. I'm getting rid of it.

Answer: skin of the chicken

I wanted one of these so badly. My sister bought this for me as a gift. It is not at all easy to clean. With the first use, the silver backsplatter sheild had burned-on goodness all over it that could not be removed. Cleaning the stuff that goes inside, especially the cage that holds chicken parts, takes some skill and patience - things I don't possess in great measure. <hl> The skin of the chicken sticks to the inside. <hl> I've tried spraying it with non-stick cooking spray and it helps a little but not enough. Also, a few times the chicken that I had placed in the tray came out bad in some places. At first I thought I was being hoodwinked by the local grocer and getting bad chicken parts. I make my food to bring to work for lunch and can't have the smell of rotting chicken eminating from the microwave in my office and this seems to happen consistenly with this rotisserie. Not when I just bake the chicken in the preheated oven. Right now it's just taking up space on my table. I'm getting rid of it.

I wanted one of these so badly. My sister bought this for me as a gift. It is not at all easy to clean. With the first use, the silver backsplatter sheild had burned-on goodness all over it that could not be removed. Cleaning the stuff that goes inside, especially the cage that holds chicken parts, takes some skill and patience - things I don't possess in great measure. The <hl> skin of the chicken <hl> sticks to the inside. I've tried spraying it with non-stick cooking spray and it helps a little but not enough. Also, a few times the chicken that I had placed in the tray came out bad in some places. At first I thought I was being hoodwinked by the local grocer and getting bad chicken parts. I make my food to bring to work for lunch and can't have the smell of rotting chicken eminating from the microwave in my office and this seems to happen consistenly with this rotisserie. Not when I just bake the chicken in the preheated oven. Right now it's just taking up space on my table. I'm getting rid of it.


Question: How long does it take to cook?

12/03/2011: One exception added to the cleaning / WHITE develops a severe scorching yellow to the OUTSIDE edges of top cover. NOT at all removable with even the best of cleaners.**************recipe for Gingerale [no milk no egg] very good - 2 cups Bisquick* 1 12 oz can gingerale/2 TBS oil. Mix - it will bubble up - seetles right down for 4 perfect waffles - 6 min cook.***********Betty Crocker Cherry Chip CakeBetty Crocker Supermoist Cake Mix, Cherry Chip, 18.25-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)and Blueberry Muffin/Bread mixesBetty Crocker Muffin Mix, Wild Blueberry, 18.25-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)have perfect cake donut texture.Cake mix - increase wtr by 1/4 cup - use only 2 eggs not 3. [5 Waffles about 5 min each]Bluberry Muffin - Mix as package directions state. 5-6 minutes. Lift to check color -********************Made perfect Bisquick* Waffles -Bisquick Pancake and Baking Mix, 40-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3)very good with Betty Crocker Brownie Mix as well as:Betty Crocker Fudge Brownies, Family Size, 18.3-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)watching the timing closely -Very happy with this unit - after cooling just lay a towel on counter - open unit place on its side then run either dish cloth or 'foam' edging paint brush -

Answer: 6 min cook

12/03/2011: One exception added to the cleaning / WHITE develops a severe scorching yellow to the OUTSIDE edges of top cover. NOT at all removable with even the best of cleaners.**************recipe for Gingerale [no milk no egg] very good - 2 cups Bisquick* 1 12 oz can gingerale/2 TBS oil. <hl> Mix - it will bubble up - seetles right down for 4 perfect waffles - 6 min cook .***********Betty <hl> Crocker Cherry Chip CakeBetty Crocker Supermoist Cake Mix, Cherry Chip, 18.25-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)and Blueberry Muffin/Bread mixesBetty Crocker Muffin Mix, Wild Blueberry, 18.25-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)have perfect cake donut texture. Cake mix - increase wtr by 1/4 cup - use only 2 eggs not 3. [5 Waffles about 5 min each]Bluberry Muffin - Mix as package directions state. 5-6 minutes. Lift to check color -********************Made perfect Bisquick* Waffles -Bisquick Pancake and Baking Mix, 40-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3)very good with Betty Crocker Brownie Mix as well as:Betty Crocker Fudge Brownies, Family Size, 18.3-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)watching the timing closely -Very happy with this unit - after cooling just lay a towel on counter - open unit place on its side then run either dish cloth or 'foam' edging paint brush -

12/03/2011: One exception added to the cleaning / WHITE develops a severe scorching yellow to the OUTSIDE edges of top cover. NOT at all removable with even the best of cleaners.**************recipe for Gingerale [no milk no egg] very good - 2 cups Bisquick* 1 12 oz can gingerale/2 TBS oil. Mix - it will bubble up - seetles right down for 4 perfect waffles - <hl> 6 min cook <hl>.***********Betty Crocker Cherry Chip CakeBetty Crocker Supermoist Cake Mix, Cherry Chip, 18.25-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)and Blueberry Muffin/Bread mixesBetty Crocker Muffin Mix, Wild Blueberry, 18.25-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)have perfect cake donut texture.Cake mix - increase wtr by 1/4 cup - use only 2 eggs not 3. [5 Waffles about 5 min each]Bluberry Muffin - Mix as package directions state. 5-6 minutes. Lift to check color -********************Made perfect Bisquick* Waffles -Bisquick Pancake and Baking Mix, 40-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3)very good with Betty Crocker Brownie Mix as well as:Betty Crocker Fudge Brownies, Family Size, 18.3-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)watching the timing closely -Very happy with this unit - after cooling just lay a towel on counter - open unit place on its side then run either dish cloth or 'foam' edging paint brush -

Mix - it will bubble up - seetles right down for 4 perfect waffles - <hl> 6 min cook <hl> .***********Betty


Question: How long has the author owned the set?

For our wedding registry, we chose this Colorwave set. That was more than ten years ago. I liked it because the color (we have green) was attractive, and it wasn't too fancy for everyday use. The set has held up fine, with the exception that two out of twelve bowls have nicked. The bowls nick more easily than the plates and coffee mugs, which haven't nicked at all. Considering it's been ten years, I don't think the nicking problem is all that bad. I just have to be extra careful with the bowls. They tend to nick when I'm washing the dishes and accidentally bang them against one another.

Answer: ten years

That was more than ten years ago.

For our wedding registry, we chose this Colorwave set. <hl> That was more than ten years ago. <hl> I liked it because the color (we have green) was attractive, and it wasn't too fancy for everyday use. The set has held up fine, with the exception that two out of twelve bowls have nicked. The bowls nick more easily than the plates and coffee mugs, which haven't nicked at all. Considering it's been ten years, I don't think the nicking problem is all that bad. I just have to be extra careful with the bowls. They tend to nick when I'm washing the dishes and accidentally bang them against one another.

For our wedding registry, we chose this Colorwave set. That was more than <hl> ten years <hl> ago. I liked it because the color (we have green) was attractive, and it wasn't too fancy for everyday use. The set has held up fine, with the exception that two out of twelve bowls have nicked. The bowls nick more easily than the plates and coffee mugs, which haven't nicked at all. Considering it's been ten years, I don't think the nicking problem is all that bad. I just have to be extra careful with the bowls. They tend to nick when I'm washing the dishes and accidentally bang them against one another.


Question: The Dustbuster comes with what to get to hard-to-reach places?

I have toddler twins and for months have been picking up food remnants by hand or lugging out the huge Bissel vacuum to clean up after their food throwing shenanigans.This product has changed my life. It picks up pieces the size of a tortilla chip or smaller, which is pretty much all of the debris that clutter my flooring. It makes cleanup a breeze after mealtime, when my kids show off their "throwing bean" skills and manage to turn dinner into an olympic sport. My daughter is slightly afraid of this Dustbuster so when she is acting up we chase her with it.I wish this Dustbuster had an attachment to get to those hard-to-reach places, but otherwise I think it does a fabulous job. It is easy to clean out and change the filter. Luckily a charge lasts a week if you use it for a minute at a time.

Answer: attachment

I have toddler twins and for months have been picking up food remnants by hand or lugging out the huge Bissel vacuum to clean up after their food throwing shenanigans. This product has changed my life. It picks up pieces the size of a tortilla chip or smaller, which is pretty much all of the debris that clutter my flooring. It makes cleanup a breeze after mealtime, when my kids show off their "throwing bean" skills and manage to turn dinner into an olympic sport. My daughter is slightly afraid of this Dustbuster so when she is acting up we chase her with it. <hl> I wish this Dustbuster had an attachment to get to those hard-to-reach places, but otherwise I think it does a fabulous job. <hl> It is easy to clean out and change the filter. Luckily a charge lasts a week if you use it for a minute at a time.

I have toddler twins and for months have been picking up food remnants by hand or lugging out the huge Bissel vacuum to clean up after their food throwing shenanigans.This product has changed my life. It picks up pieces the size of a tortilla chip or smaller, which is pretty much all of the debris that clutter my flooring. It makes cleanup a breeze after mealtime, when my kids show off their "throwing bean" skills and manage to turn dinner into an olympic sport. My daughter is slightly afraid of this Dustbuster so when she is acting up we chase her with it.I wish this Dustbuster had an <hl> attachment <hl> to get to those hard-to-reach places, but otherwise I think it does a fabulous job. It is easy to clean out and change the filter. Luckily a charge lasts a week if you use it for a minute at a time.


Question: How many bars must have I put down into the side of the rack?

This shoe rack is OK. It wasn't too difficult to assemble, no tools. It comes with 8 metal bars and 2 sides to push the bars into, this is most easily done if you put the side of the rack on the ground and push the bars down into it and then put the top rack on top and push it down. It fits perfectly underneath my clothes in my closet and holds exactly 20 pairs of shoes; I have my boots, heels, flip flops, sneakers. The problem is the height of the shelves, it is a very small space for my shoes to fit, even the heels. I put my boots on the top rack because that's the only place they could fit. Like I said, it's OK but a great space saver.

Answer: 8 metal bars

This shoe rack is OK. It wasn't too difficult to assemble, no tools. <hl> It comes with 8 metal bars and 2 sides to push the bars into, this is most easily done if you put the side of the rack on the ground and push the bars down into it and then put the top rack on top and push it down. <hl> It fits perfectly underneath my clothes in my closet and holds exactly 20 pairs of shoes; I have my boots, heels, flip flops, sneakers. The problem is the height of the shelves, it is a very small space for my shoes to fit, even the heels. I put my boots on the top rack because that's the only place they could fit. Like I said, it's OK but a great space saver.

This shoe rack is OK. It wasn't too difficult to assemble, no tools. It comes with <hl> 8 metal bars <hl> and 2 sides to push the bars into, this is most easily done if you put the side of the rack on the ground and push the bars down into it and then put the top rack on top and push it down. It fits perfectly underneath my clothes in my closet and holds exactly 20 pairs of shoes; I have my boots, heels, flip flops, sneakers. The problem is the height of the shelves, it is a very small space for my shoes to fit, even the heels. I put my boots on the top rack because that's the only place they could fit. Like I said, it's OK but a great space saver.


Question: Are the boards dishwasher safe?

This 3-piece bamboo cutting board set feels pretty sturdy and it's versatile. I like the fact that the boards are three different sizes, for example, no sense getting a large cutting board dirty if you're just going to cut some cheese, while the larger boards come in handy for cutting fruit and vegetables. They're also great for entertaining. I also like the fact that they're made out of bamboo.The only thing I didn't care for was that they are not machine washable, but it's not a big deal and it won't stop me from using them as I feel that the pros outweigh the cons.

Answer: they are not machine washable

This 3-piece bamboo cutting board set feels pretty sturdy and it's versatile. I like the fact that the boards are three different sizes, for example, no sense getting a large cutting board dirty if you're just going to cut some cheese, while the larger boards come in handy for cutting fruit and vegetables. They're also great for entertaining. I also like the fact that they're made out of bamboo. <hl> The only thing I didn't care for was that they are not machine washable , but it's not a big deal and it won't stop me from using them as I feel that the pros outweigh the cons. <hl>

This 3-piece bamboo cutting board set feels pretty sturdy and it's versatile. I like the fact that the boards are three different sizes, for example, no sense getting a large cutting board dirty if you're just going to cut some cheese, while the larger boards come in handy for cutting fruit and vegetables. They're also great for entertaining. I also like the fact that they're made out of bamboo.The only thing I didn't care for was that <hl> they are not machine washable <hl>, but it's not a big deal and it won't stop me from using them as I feel that the pros outweigh the cons.

The only thing I didn't care for was that <hl> they are not machine washable <hl> , but it's not a big deal and it won't stop me from using them as I feel that the pros outweigh the cons.


Question: What design of the shelf helps with little spills?

What's great about this shelf is that the feet are adjustable. I bought a cheaper one before and it wasn't adjustable so it didn't work out, wabbled a lot for some reason. This one has rubber feet that stay put well once you get them adjusted (very easy to do). Easy to put together, took maybe 10 minutes to do so alone. Lots of shelf space too.The shelf itself is light colored wood and will stain easily if you let it. I would recommend staining it if you don't want that to happen. I like that it has a reservoir cut into it to help with little spills that can happen when you replace cloths, sponges or pot scrubbers onto it. Quality product all around.-D

Answer: a reservoir cut

What's great about this shelf is that the feet are adjustable. I bought a cheaper one before and it wasn't adjustable so it didn't work out, wabbled a lot for some reason. This one has rubber feet that stay put well once you get them adjusted (very easy to do). Easy to put together, took maybe 10 minutes to do so alone. Lots of shelf space too. The shelf itself is light colored wood and will stain easily if you let it. I would recommend staining it if you don't want that to happen. <hl> I like that it has a reservoir cut into it to help with little spills that can happen when you replace cloths, sponges or pot scrubbers onto it. <hl> Quality product all around.-D

What's great about this shelf is that the feet are adjustable. I bought a cheaper one before and it wasn't adjustable so it didn't work out, wabbled a lot for some reason. This one has rubber feet that stay put well once you get them adjusted (very easy to do). Easy to put together, took maybe 10 minutes to do so alone. Lots of shelf space too.The shelf itself is light colored wood and will stain easily if you let it. I would recommend staining it if you don't want that to happen. I like that it has <hl> a reservoir cut <hl> into it to help with little spills that can happen when you replace cloths, sponges or pot scrubbers onto it. Quality product all around.-D


Question: How long ago did they order the soap dish?

OK, so I saw in the reviews and photos that some people were receiving a cheap knockoff version of this soap dish, with no slant and a suction cup on it. However, most of the reviews over the more recent months showed people getting the correct item, so I thought Amazon must've corrected the problem. Not so. Ordered 3 days ago, got the idiotic replica which for some reason has no slant whatsoever (one would think even the people making the knockoffs would recognize the overall purpose of the thing.) It's also itty bitty, maybe holding a hotel bar comfortably, but no way a bath bar. And what's with the suction cup? If used on a flat surface, it would make it rock back and forth. Anyhow, it's going back immediately. Ridiculous to waste the time, effort, shipping, etc just to randomly give people either the correct product or a cheap, useless version. If you try it, good luck. At least Amazon has easy returns.

Answer: 3 days

OK, so I saw in the reviews and photos that some people were receiving a cheap knockoff version of this soap dish, with no slant and a suction cup on it. However, most of the reviews over the more recent months showed people getting the correct item, so I thought Amazon must've corrected the problem. Not so. <hl> Ordered 3 days ago, got the idiotic replica which for some reason has no slant whatsoever (one would think even the people making the knockoffs would recognize the overall purpose of the thing.) <hl> It's also itty bitty, maybe holding a hotel bar comfortably, but no way a bath bar. And what's with the suction cup? If used on a flat surface, it would make it rock back and forth. Anyhow, it's going back immediately. Ridiculous to waste the time, effort, shipping, etc just to randomly give people either the correct product or a cheap, useless version. If you try it, good luck. At least Amazon has easy returns.

OK, so I saw in the reviews and photos that some people were receiving a cheap knockoff version of this soap dish, with no slant and a suction cup on it. However, most of the reviews over the more recent months showed people getting the correct item, so I thought Amazon must've corrected the problem. Not so. Ordered <hl> 3 days <hl> ago, got the idiotic replica which for some reason has no slant whatsoever (one would think even the people making the knockoffs would recognize the overall purpose of the thing.) It's also itty bitty, maybe holding a hotel bar comfortably, but no way a bath bar. And what's with the suction cup? If used on a flat surface, it would make it rock back and forth. Anyhow, it's going back immediately. Ridiculous to waste the time, effort, shipping, etc just to randomly give people either the correct product or a cheap, useless version. If you try it, good luck. At least Amazon has easy returns.


Question: Where does the Oster chop to

I don't see why this product is getting so many bad reviews.I've owned one for over five years that finally wore out after three or more times use per week.I decided to buy the Cuisinart because it had better reviews, last time I'll listen to the reviews here.The Oster is hands down a better unit and is cheaper to boot.The Oster has more power and chops much closer to the bottom of the bowl.I returned the Cuisinart in trade for a new Oster. It appears to be exactly the same as the one that served me so well for several years.

Answer: bottom of the bowl

I don't see why this product is getting so many bad reviews. I've owned one for over five years that finally wore out after three or more times use per week. I decided to buy the Cuisinart because it had better reviews, last time I'll listen to the reviews here. The Oster is hands down a better unit and is cheaper to boot. <hl> The Oster has more power and chops much closer to the bottom of the bowl .I returned the Cuisinart in trade for a new Oster. <hl> It appears to be exactly the same as the one that served me so well for several years.

I don't see why this product is getting so many bad reviews.I've owned one for over five years that finally wore out after three or more times use per week.I decided to buy the Cuisinart because it had better reviews, last time I'll listen to the reviews here.The Oster is hands down a better unit and is cheaper to boot.The Oster has more power and chops much closer to the <hl> bottom of the bowl <hl>.I returned the Cuisinart in trade for a new Oster. It appears to be exactly the same as the one that served me so well for several years.

The Oster has more power and chops much closer to the <hl> bottom of the bowl <hl> .I returned the Cuisinart in trade for a new Oster.


Question: How much time did we need?

For those who don't mind a very scarce assembly manual that, in the case of the King Size model has the wrong pictures and the wrong list of parts and very vague instructions this should be a 5-star product because everything is right about the product itself. All the needed parts are there - even ended up with one extra bold and one extra wood screw, everything fits together and the end-product is a solid, rigid mattress foundation. Now... if you expect to each part labeled and step-by-step instructions... look elsewhere.It took me and my 16 yr. old kid exactly one hour to put this together, from the moment we opened the box until we were done tidying up everything. The only tool you need is a POWER screwdriver with a Phillips bit unless you don't mind doing 40 wood screws by hand. Like I said, everything fits perfectly together but nothing is labelled and we did end up with the two middle braces upside down (odds for both ending up that way 1 in 4) but that was only a 5-minute setback. Everything else went well and we are happy with the end-result.I am going to rate this a 4-stars only because it would have been so easy to make this a perfectly easy to assemble product but, like I said, once you're done with the assembly you have a good quality mattress foundation.

Answer: exactly one hour

For those who don't mind a very scarce assembly manual that, in the case of the King Size model has the wrong pictures and the wrong list of parts and very vague instructions this should be a 5-star product because everything is right about the product itself. All the needed parts are there - even ended up with one extra bold and one extra wood screw, everything fits together and the end-product is a solid, rigid mattress foundation. Now... if you expect to each part labeled and step-by-step instructions... look elsewhere. It took me and my 16 yr. <hl> old kid exactly one hour to put this together, from the moment we opened the box until we were done tidying up everything. <hl> The only tool you need is a POWER screwdriver with a Phillips bit unless you don't mind doing 40 wood screws by hand. Like I said, everything fits perfectly together but nothing is labelled and we did end up with the two middle braces upside down (odds for both ending up that way 1 in 4) but that was only a 5-minute setback. Everything else went well and we are happy with the end-result. I am going to rate this a 4-stars only because it would have been so easy to make this a perfectly easy to assemble product but, like I said, once you're done with the assembly you have a good quality mattress foundation.

For those who don't mind a very scarce assembly manual that, in the case of the King Size model has the wrong pictures and the wrong list of parts and very vague instructions this should be a 5-star product because everything is right about the product itself. All the needed parts are there - even ended up with one extra bold and one extra wood screw, everything fits together and the end-product is a solid, rigid mattress foundation. Now... if you expect to each part labeled and step-by-step instructions... look elsewhere.It took me and my 16 yr. old kid <hl> exactly one hour <hl> to put this together, from the moment we opened the box until we were done tidying up everything. The only tool you need is a POWER screwdriver with a Phillips bit unless you don't mind doing 40 wood screws by hand. Like I said, everything fits perfectly together but nothing is labelled and we did end up with the two middle braces upside down (odds for both ending up that way 1 in 4) but that was only a 5-minute setback. Everything else went well and we are happy with the end-result.I am going to rate this a 4-stars only because it would have been so easy to make this a perfectly easy to assemble product but, like I said, once you're done with the assembly you have a good quality mattress foundation.


Question: How long will it take to install?

Installing this air conditioner is a big project. You will need a couple of strong guys with tools who have several hours to spare and skills in building and installation. Also, since this will take several hours, you will need to provide refreshments.Once the unit was installed, tested and found to be working, we turned it off and are now waiting for hot weather. The guys are looking forward to having the man cave cool this summer.I love that this unit is an Energy Star product , which conserves energy. Our electric company offers a rebate on Energy Star products, be sure and check with yours. In past years we have received tax credits for buying Energy Star items, we will have to wait and see if they offer anything this year.

Answer: several hours

Installing this air conditioner is a big project. <hl> You will need a couple of strong guys with tools who have several hours to spare and skills in building and installation. <hl> Also, since this will take several hours, you will need to provide refreshments. Once the unit was installed, tested and found to be working, we turned it off and are now waiting for hot weather. The guys are looking forward to having the man cave cool this summer. I love that this unit is an Energy Star product , which conserves energy. Our electric company offers a rebate on Energy Star products, be sure and check with yours. In past years we have received tax credits for buying Energy Star items, we will have to wait and see if they offer anything this year.

Installing this air conditioner is a big project. You will need a couple of strong guys with tools who have <hl> several hours <hl> to spare and skills in building and installation. Also, since this will take several hours, you will need to provide refreshments.Once the unit was installed, tested and found to be working, we turned it off and are now waiting for hot weather. The guys are looking forward to having the man cave cool this summer.I love that this unit is an Energy Star product , which conserves energy. Our electric company offers a rebate on Energy Star products, be sure and check with yours. In past years we have received tax credits for buying Energy Star items, we will have to wait and see if they offer anything this year.