Question: What have they been using before they purchased the Bissell?

Well, I just finished the first pass of my home with this new Bissell. All I can say is I was AMAZED at what this machine pulled out of my carpets. Now, granted the fact that my Kenmore died about a month ago and I have been just getting by with an old Hoover Canister; however, this thing would suck the kernels off an ear of corn. Fantastic power & relatively quiet for all it does. Yes, be prepared to empty the collection canister frequently, but just looking in it will give you an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. It may also convince you that you are not going to make the cover of Good Housekeeping. Does a number on pet hair and my carpets almost look like they were shampooed. The Red/Green light is actually a cool gadget and pretty effective. I assume that my next pass around the house will not yield the same amount of dirt now that I am in "Green Light" status.Bottom-line: You cannot beat the quality & performance of this vacuum for this price.

Answer: Hoover Canister

Well, I just finished the first pass of my home with this new Bissell. All I can say is I was AMAZED at what this machine pulled out of my carpets. <hl> Now, granted the fact that my Kenmore died about a month ago and I have been just getting by with an old Hoover Canister ; however, this thing would suck the kernels off an ear of corn. <hl> Fantastic power & relatively quiet for all it does. Yes, be prepared to empty the collection canister frequently, but just looking in it will give you an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. It may also convince you that you are not going to make the cover of Good Housekeeping. Does a number on pet hair and my carpets almost look like they were shampooed. The Red/Green light is actually a cool gadget and pretty effective. I assume that my next pass around the house will not yield the same amount of dirt now that I am in "Green Light" status. Bottom-line: You cannot beat the quality & performance of this vacuum for this price.

Well, I just finished the first pass of my home with this new Bissell. All I can say is I was AMAZED at what this machine pulled out of my carpets. Now, granted the fact that my Kenmore died about a month ago and I have been just getting by with an old <hl> Hoover Canister <hl>; however, this thing would suck the kernels off an ear of corn. Fantastic power & relatively quiet for all it does. Yes, be prepared to empty the collection canister frequently, but just looking in it will give you an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. It may also convince you that you are not going to make the cover of Good Housekeeping. Does a number on pet hair and my carpets almost look like they were shampooed. The Red/Green light is actually a cool gadget and pretty effective. I assume that my next pass around the house will not yield the same amount of dirt now that I am in "Green Light" status.Bottom-line: You cannot beat the quality & performance of this vacuum for this price.

Now, granted the fact that my Kenmore died about a month ago and I have been just getting by with an old <hl> Hoover Canister <hl> ; however, this thing would suck the kernels off an ear of corn.


Question: What colors did they order in?

After too many frustrating times when I needed my smallest cutting board but it was already dirty from something else and I couldn't cross-contaminate things, I ended up ordering two of these 5x7 Architec boards, one in turquoise and one in white.I love the small, convenient size for things like fruit, olives, and cheese, and they are so small that I can just leave a clean one out all the time, ready to be used.The solid grip bottom keeps the board from sliding all over during use, and the grooves on the edge keep most juices produced by cutting from running off the board and onto the counter.I like the 5x7 boards so much that the larger sizes will be first on the list next time I need more cutting boards.

Answer: one in turquoise and one in white

<hl> After too many frustrating times when I needed my smallest cutting board but it was already dirty from something else and I couldn't cross-contaminate things, I ended up ordering two of these 5x7 Architec boards, one in turquoise and one in white .I love the small, convenient size for things like fruit, olives, and cheese, and they are so small that I can just leave a clean one out all the time, ready to be used. <hl> The solid grip bottom keeps the board from sliding all over during use, and the grooves on the edge keep most juices produced by cutting from running off the board and onto the counter. I like the 5x7 boards so much that the larger sizes will be first on the list next time I need more cutting boards.

After too many frustrating times when I needed my smallest cutting board but it was already dirty from something else and I couldn't cross-contaminate things, I ended up ordering two of these 5x7 Architec boards, <hl> one in turquoise and one in white <hl>.I love the small, convenient size for things like fruit, olives, and cheese, and they are so small that I can just leave a clean one out all the time, ready to be used.The solid grip bottom keeps the board from sliding all over during use, and the grooves on the edge keep most juices produced by cutting from running off the board and onto the counter.I like the 5x7 boards so much that the larger sizes will be first on the list next time I need more cutting boards.

After too many frustrating times when I needed my smallest cutting board but it was already dirty from something else and I couldn't cross-contaminate things, I ended up ordering two of these 5x7 Architec boards, <hl> one in turquoise and one in white <hl> .I love the small, convenient size for things like fruit, olives, and cheese, and they are so small that I can just leave a clean one out all the time, ready to be used.


Question: Why did the reviewer have to store the pitcher on the lower shelf of the refrigerator?

The pitcher works great and I am extremely happy with it. Our tap water tastes horrible, and the pitcher was able to get it where it's drinkable. There is still a bit of an after taste, but it's a huge improvement. I found only two drawbacks. The first is that while it does fit in the refrigerator, it's a little too tall. I end up having to put it on the bottom shelf, which leads into the second issue. My young daughter quickly figured out how to work the pour-button spout on the handle, so you may want to make sure that it's up high enough on counters or in the fridge so that little hands can't reach it. Also, you should know that the higher the TDS of your water, the quicker your filters will wear out.I have received a ZeroWater pitcher and filters to facilitate my review.

Answer: it's a little too tall

The pitcher works great and I am extremely happy with it. Our tap water tastes horrible, and the pitcher was able to get it where it's drinkable. There is still a bit of an after taste, but it's a huge improvement. I found only two drawbacks. <hl> The first is that while it does fit in the refrigerator, it's a little too tall . <hl> I end up having to put it on the bottom shelf, which leads into the second issue. My young daughter quickly figured out how to work the pour-button spout on the handle, so you may want to make sure that it's up high enough on counters or in the fridge so that little hands can't reach it. Also, you should know that the higher the TDS of your water, the quicker your filters will wear out. I have received a ZeroWater pitcher and filters to facilitate my review.

The pitcher works great and I am extremely happy with it. Our tap water tastes horrible, and the pitcher was able to get it where it's drinkable. There is still a bit of an after taste, but it's a huge improvement. I found only two drawbacks. The first is that while it does fit in the refrigerator, <hl> it's a little too tall <hl>. I end up having to put it on the bottom shelf, which leads into the second issue. My young daughter quickly figured out how to work the pour-button spout on the handle, so you may want to make sure that it's up high enough on counters or in the fridge so that little hands can't reach it. Also, you should know that the higher the TDS of your water, the quicker your filters will wear out.I have received a ZeroWater pitcher and filters to facilitate my review.

The first is that while it does fit in the refrigerator, <hl> it's a little too tall <hl> .


Question: How many more sets are they planning on buying?

This product is excellent. Very good quality. Bought it about 3 years ago at a known kitchen store. Buying two more over here to my recently married daughters.Do use caution when handling. I've cut myself very bad once...Don't use it without the protector.

Answer: two more

This product is excellent. Very good quality. Bought it about 3 years ago at a known kitchen store. <hl> Buying two more over here to my recently married daughters. <hl> Do use caution when handling. I've cut myself very bad once... Don't use it without the protector.

This product is excellent. Very good quality. Bought it about 3 years ago at a known kitchen store. Buying <hl> two more <hl> over here to my recently married daughters.Do use caution when handling. I've cut myself very bad once...Don't use it without the protector.


Question: What operations did not fail?

This item operates as it should. All mechanical operations did not fail. It is simply too small, and not powerful enough to cool anything with any degree of effectiveness. I followed all directions for use. Inserted fresh batteries. Turned it on. Then left it in my car for a few hours on a 60 degree temperature day. When I came back to the car, the fan was still on. But the interior was hot. The fan ran exactly like it was suppose to, but the air was not cool. All that it did was circulate hot air. If this fan can't cool the inside of a car, then how is it suppose to work in a room?

Answer: mechanical

All mechanical operations did not fail.

This item operates as it should. <hl> All mechanical operations did not fail. <hl> It is simply too small, and not powerful enough to cool anything with any degree of effectiveness. I followed all directions for use. Inserted fresh batteries. Turned it on. Then left it in my car for a few hours on a 60 degree temperature day. When I came back to the car, the fan was still on. But the interior was hot. The fan ran exactly like it was suppose to, but the air was not cool. All that it did was circulate hot air. If this fan can't cool the inside of a car, then how is it suppose to work in a room?

This item operates as it should. All <hl> mechanical <hl> operations did not fail. It is simply too small, and not powerful enough to cool anything with any degree of effectiveness. I followed all directions for use. Inserted fresh batteries. Turned it on. Then left it in my car for a few hours on a 60 degree temperature day. When I came back to the car, the fan was still on. But the interior was hot. The fan ran exactly like it was suppose to, but the air was not cool. All that it did was circulate hot air. If this fan can't cool the inside of a car, then how is it suppose to work in a room?


Question: What is their house filled with?

My wife is a muffin maker supreme. Seriously, she makes the best muffins in the known universe. Which means our house is filled with baking pans of every variety. Silicone. Metal. Paper. Everything.She has tried a variety of silicone baking pans, of which this “Ozera 2 Pack Silicone Muffin Pan” is the latest. While she is a fan of the silicone baking cup liners, this full-fledged pans don’t get her seal of approval. All for the same reason; they are too floppy.These pans are way too floppy to use on their own. They have to be set on a rigid baking sheet in order to get them in and out of the oven. And once out of the oven, they are unwieldy to use. She much prefers the regular metal pans with the silicone baking cups. They cook better and are easier to use.That said, this Ozera product is as good as any other we have used. There was nothing in particular to distinguish it from other silicone muffin pans. It is pretty generic. It really boils down to whether or not you are a fan of silicone muffin pans or not. If you are, then these Ozera pans will be just what you need.Sample provided for review.

Answer: baking pans

My wife is a muffin maker supreme. Seriously, she makes the best muffins in the known universe. <hl> Which means our house is filled with baking pans of every variety. <hl> Silicone. Metal. Paper. Everything. She has tried a variety of silicone baking pans, of which this “Ozera 2 Pack Silicone Muffin Pan” is the latest. While she is a fan of the silicone baking cup liners, this full-fledged pans don’t get her seal of approval. All for the same reason; they are too floppy. These pans are way too floppy to use on their own. They have to be set on a rigid baking sheet in order to get them in and out of the oven. And once out of the oven, they are unwieldy to use. She much prefers the regular metal pans with the silicone baking cups. They cook better and are easier to use. That said, this Ozera product is as good as any other we have used. There was nothing in particular to distinguish it from other silicone muffin pans. It is pretty generic. It really boils down to whether or not you are a fan of silicone muffin pans or not. If you are, then these Ozera pans will be just what you need. Sample provided for review.

My wife is a muffin maker supreme. Seriously, she makes the best muffins in the known universe. Which means our house is filled with <hl> baking pans <hl> of every variety. Silicone. Metal. Paper. Everything.She has tried a variety of silicone baking pans, of which this “Ozera 2 Pack Silicone Muffin Pan” is the latest. While she is a fan of the silicone baking cup liners, this full-fledged pans don’t get her seal of approval. All for the same reason; they are too floppy.These pans are way too floppy to use on their own. They have to be set on a rigid baking sheet in order to get them in and out of the oven. And once out of the oven, they are unwieldy to use. She much prefers the regular metal pans with the silicone baking cups. They cook better and are easier to use.That said, this Ozera product is as good as any other we have used. There was nothing in particular to distinguish it from other silicone muffin pans. It is pretty generic. It really boils down to whether or not you are a fan of silicone muffin pans or not. If you are, then these Ozera pans will be just what you need.Sample provided for review.


Question: How many pre filters did the customer get by cutting them?

The filter is amazing, looks awesome, and quiet. My main complaint is that the fan speed selector has tiny lights on it that, in a way similar to xmas "chasing" lights, appear to spin at various speeds. The problem I have with this is that there's something frustratingly addictive about playing with the fan speeds and watching the lights! Other than that, great all around!!Now, the money saving tip: There's a certain department store out there with a carbon/charcoal mesh and blue mesh trim-to-fit air filter for $10 (the store is based in Arkansas and has the word "Mart" in it). If you set that up as a "pre-filter" of sorts, you'll not only get nearly a year out of your 3M one, but you'll get rid of odors much better. I believe the $10 filter is made by WEB - I've been able to cut it in such a way as to get 3 pre-filters out of each.

Answer: 3

The filter is amazing, looks awesome, and quiet. My main complaint is that the fan speed selector has tiny lights on it that, in a way similar to xmas "chasing" lights, appear to spin at various speeds. The problem I have with this is that there's something frustratingly addictive about playing with the fan speeds and watching the lights! Other than that, great all around!!Now, the money saving tip: There's a certain department store out there with a carbon/charcoal mesh and blue mesh trim-to-fit air filter for $10 (the store is based in Arkansas and has the word "Mart" in it). <hl> If you set that up as a "pre-filter" of sorts, you'll not only get nearly a year out of your 3 M one, but you'll get rid of odors much better. <hl> I believe the $10 filter is made by WEB - I've been able to cut it in such a way as to get 3 pre-filters out of each.

The filter is amazing, looks awesome, and quiet. My main complaint is that the fan speed selector has tiny lights on it that, in a way similar to xmas "chasing" lights, appear to spin at various speeds. The problem I have with this is that there's something frustratingly addictive about playing with the fan speeds and watching the lights! Other than that, great all around!!Now, the money saving tip: There's a certain department store out there with a carbon/charcoal mesh and blue mesh trim-to-fit air filter for $10 (the store is based in Arkansas and has the word "Mart" in it). If you set that up as a "pre-filter" of sorts, you'll not only get nearly a year out of your <hl> 3 <hl>M one, but you'll get rid of odors much better. I believe the $10 filter is made by WEB - I've been able to cut it in such a way as to get 3 pre-filters out of each.

If you set that up as a "pre-filter" of sorts, you'll not only get nearly a year out of your <hl> 3 <hl> M one, but you'll get rid of odors much better.


Question: How deep was the hole the customer cut in the pillow

I really like a latex pillow. It gives you fluff and won't quit on you. Only thing is my ear feels squeezed and irritated. BUT, I found a way around that. I cut a 7" round cup in thecenter of the pillow, about an 1-1 1/2 deep ( easy to do ) and put it back together.This gives my ear a little place to rest; without feeling squeezed and it supports, my head. Good night sleep. This will only work on memory foam or latex pillows. And you can always turn it over, to avoid the hole.I also ordered the 'high fluff' one, to try it out. But, I likethe high fluff one. More head support and it stays fluffed up.The other one is for people who like to lie their head flat, witha little fluff.

Answer: 1-1 1/2

I really like a latex pillow. It gives you fluff and won't quit on you. Only thing is my ear feels squeezed and irritated. BUT, I found a way around that. <hl> I cut a 7" round cup in thecenter of the pillow, about an 1-1 1/2 deep ( easy to do ) and put it back together. <hl> This gives my ear a little place to rest; without feeling squeezed and it supports, my head. Good night sleep. This will only work on memory foam or latex pillows. And you can always turn it over, to avoid the hole. I also ordered the 'high fluff' one, to try it out. But, I likethe high fluff one. More head support and it stays fluffed up. The other one is for people who like to lie their head flat, witha little fluff.

I really like a latex pillow. It gives you fluff and won't quit on you. Only thing is my ear feels squeezed and irritated. BUT, I found a way around that. I cut a 7" round cup in thecenter of the pillow, about an <hl> 1-1 1/2 <hl> deep ( easy to do ) and put it back together.This gives my ear a little place to rest; without feeling squeezed and it supports, my head. Good night sleep. This will only work on memory foam or latex pillows. And you can always turn it over, to avoid the hole.I also ordered the 'high fluff' one, to try it out. But, I likethe high fluff one. More head support and it stays fluffed up.The other one is for people who like to lie their head flat, witha little fluff.


Question: What is really, really small?

The vacuum they fit is a complete piece of junk, but if you insist on continuing to use it (or somehow it hasn't broken down on you yet), these bags are what you need. And you'll need lots of them, because they're really, really small. They're kind of hard to find in the store, probably because Electrolux disowned the Intensity vacuum (model EL5020A) after having come to the realization themselves that it was terrible.There are six bags and one motor filter in the box. This product is made in China.

Answer: bags

<hl> The vacuum they fit is a complete piece of junk, but if you insist on continuing to use it (or somehow it hasn't broken down on you yet), these bags are what you need. <hl> And you'll need lots of them, because they're really, really small. They're kind of hard to find in the store, probably because Electrolux disowned the Intensity vacuum (model EL5020A) after having come to the realization themselves that it was terrible. There are six bags and one motor filter in the box. This product is made in China.

The vacuum they fit is a complete piece of junk, but if you insist on continuing to use it (or somehow it hasn't broken down on you yet), these <hl> bags <hl> are what you need. And you'll need lots of them, because they're really, really small. They're kind of hard to find in the store, probably because Electrolux disowned the Intensity vacuum (model EL5020A) after having come to the realization themselves that it was terrible.There are six bags and one motor filter in the box. This product is made in China.


Question: How long ago did the reviewer receive the product?

Received this 1 hour ago and does not work in my house and had spent 200.00 for assistance to try to fit my windows, very disappointed that this has happen. Air Condition unit is nice but trying to fit the window panels for the hoses did not work with my window, I was disappointed, had a air condition company come in to assist but after many attempts, just would not fit my windows, so I had to return the unit. Spent 200.00 trying, so before you buy this unit I hope you have windows that will fit the hoses.

Answer: 1 hour ago

<hl> Received this 1 hour ago and does not work in my house and had spent 200.00 for assistance to try to fit my windows, very disappointed that this has happen. <hl> Air Condition unit is nice but trying to fit the window panels for the hoses did not work with my window, I was disappointed, had a air condition company come in to assist but after many attempts, just would not fit my windows, so I had to return the unit. Spent 200.00 trying, so before you buy this unit I hope you have windows that will fit the hoses.

Received this <hl> 1 hour ago <hl> and does not work in my house and had spent 200.00 for assistance to try to fit my windows, very disappointed that this has happen. Air Condition unit is nice but trying to fit the window panels for the hoses did not work with my window, I was disappointed, had a air condition company come in to assist but after many attempts, just would not fit my windows, so I had to return the unit. Spent 200.00 trying, so before you buy this unit I hope you have windows that will fit the hoses.


Question: What size is the vacuum?

very nice and handy little vacuum, but boy, is it LOUDalso, there appears to be some air that comes out from the back end; so when I'm vacuuming, I notice the air from the back is so powerful as well that it blows away the stuff I'm trying to vacuum!be careful what you vacuum as well, I accidentally let it suck in a toothpick and next thing I know the toothpick came sticking out of the middle of the hose! I was afraid the thing would no longer work, so quickly hot-glued the hole caused by the toothpick and it appears fine for now....

Answer: little

<hl> very nice and handy little vacuum, but boy, is it LOUDalso, there appears to be some air that comes out from the back end; so when I'm vacuuming, I notice the air from the back is so powerful as well that it blows away the stuff I'm trying to vacuum!be careful what you vacuum as well, I accidentally let it suck in a toothpick and next thing I know the toothpick came sticking out of the middle of the hose! <hl> I was afraid the thing would no longer work, so quickly hot-glued the hole caused by the toothpick and it appears fine for now....

very nice and handy <hl> little <hl> vacuum, but boy, is it LOUDalso, there appears to be some air that comes out from the back end; so when I'm vacuuming, I notice the air from the back is so powerful as well that it blows away the stuff I'm trying to vacuum!be careful what you vacuum as well, I accidentally let it suck in a toothpick and next thing I know the toothpick came sticking out of the middle of the hose! I was afraid the thing would no longer work, so quickly hot-glued the hole caused by the toothpick and it appears fine for now....


Question: What item was purchased?

I've had for 8 months now. I've modified (11/11)my review from when I purchased 3/11. What I like:- two heat settings & a non-heat setting- froths like it should- non-stick surface- shuts off automaticallyOnly one time when I used it, it did not shut off automatically and when I smelled it burning I turned it off. The milk was brown - but this is what I like about the non-stick surface, it cleans so easily. I can't imagine buying a frother that does not have a non-stick feature. I can go for weeks w/not using it, then I can go for weeks when I use it daily. So far it's been turning off automatically. I love using the heated setting so the milk doesn't cool my coffee. I use a mixture of heavy creme and milk and it still froths nicely. 2% milk froths even better. After I make the froth, I use a spatula to put in a coffee mug, put the mug under the Keurig dispener and have the coffee go right on top. I can stir afterwards and the froth still stays frothy! So far, it's produced great froth, consistently.

Answer: frother

I've had for 8 months now. I've modified (11/11)my review from when I purchased 3/11. What I like:- two heat settings & a non-heat setting- froths like it should- non-stick surface- shuts off automaticallyOnly one time when I used it, it did not shut off automatically and when I smelled it burning I turned it off. The milk was brown - but this is what I like about the non-stick surface, it cleans so easily. <hl> I can't imagine buying a frother that does not have a non-stick feature. <hl> I can go for weeks w/not using it, then I can go for weeks when I use it daily. So far it's been turning off automatically. I love using the heated setting so the milk doesn't cool my coffee. I use a mixture of heavy creme and milk and it still froths nicely. 2% milk froths even better. After I make the froth, I use a spatula to put in a coffee mug, put the mug under the Keurig dispener and have the coffee go right on top. I can stir afterwards and the froth still stays frothy! So far, it's produced great froth, consistently.

I've had for 8 months now. I've modified (11/11)my review from when I purchased 3/11. What I like:- two heat settings & a non-heat setting- froths like it should- non-stick surface- shuts off automaticallyOnly one time when I used it, it did not shut off automatically and when I smelled it burning I turned it off. The milk was brown - but this is what I like about the non-stick surface, it cleans so easily. I can't imagine buying a <hl> frother <hl> that does not have a non-stick feature. I can go for weeks w/not using it, then I can go for weeks when I use it daily. So far it's been turning off automatically. I love using the heated setting so the milk doesn't cool my coffee. I use a mixture of heavy creme and milk and it still froths nicely. 2% milk froths even better. After I make the froth, I use a spatula to put in a coffee mug, put the mug under the Keurig dispener and have the coffee go right on top. I can stir afterwards and the froth still stays frothy! So far, it's produced great froth, consistently.


Question: what are items that you are prepared ?

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

Answer: I make fruit shakes that have frozen fruit, including a cut-up frozen banana, and the blender blends

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

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


Question: How was the product described as working?

Been using this product for 6-weeks. Works great, single hand operation is nice. Would recommend using rechargeable batteries or you'll be buying six AAAs every month. I use this primarily for seasoning meats before going on the grill.

Answer: great

Been using this product for 6-weeks. <hl> Works great , single hand operation is nice. <hl> Would recommend using rechargeable batteries or you'll be buying six AAAs every month. I use this primarily for seasoning meats before going on the grill.

Been using this product for 6-weeks. Works <hl> great <hl>, single hand operation is nice. Would recommend using rechargeable batteries or you'll be buying six AAAs every month. I use this primarily for seasoning meats before going on the grill.

Works <hl> great <hl> , single hand operation is nice.


Question: How much foes the hamper cost?

OXO makes pretty good kitchen and household products and this is one of them. I wasn't aware that they produced hampers though (where are the rubber grips!) ;). This is a cleverly designed item: the grips are strong, the flaps nicely spring back after clothing has been stuffed into either of the two chambers and the cloth material of the entire unit seems durable and good for the long haul. When Laundry Day does comes around, the top piece pops off and the clothes are easily pulled out. The overall size of this hamper is not too large, but is actually quite capacious.Recommended, but will you spend $60.00 for a clothes hamper?

Answer: $60.00

OXO makes pretty good kitchen and household products and this is one of them. I wasn't aware that they produced hampers though (where are the rubber grips!) ;). This is a cleverly designed item: the grips are strong, the flaps nicely spring back after clothing has been stuffed into either of the two chambers and the cloth material of the entire unit seems durable and good for the long haul. When Laundry Day does comes around, the top piece pops off and the clothes are easily pulled out. The overall size of this hamper is not too large, but is actually quite capacious. <hl> Recommended, but will you spend $60.00 for a clothes hamper? <hl>

OXO makes pretty good kitchen and household products and this is one of them. I wasn't aware that they produced hampers though (where are the rubber grips!) ;). This is a cleverly designed item: the grips are strong, the flaps nicely spring back after clothing has been stuffed into either of the two chambers and the cloth material of the entire unit seems durable and good for the long haul. When Laundry Day does comes around, the top piece pops off and the clothes are easily pulled out. The overall size of this hamper is not too large, but is actually quite capacious.Recommended, but will you spend <hl> $60.00 <hl> for a clothes hamper?


Question: What happens if you don't properly iron linen or wool garments?

It's not that using the iron is so terribly difficult but, with garments made of linen or wool, you can often iron in such a way that a seam becomes permanently visible. The steamer allows you to get rid of creases and wrinkles without leaving collateral marks on the clothes. It also is a great way to "refresh" otherwise clean clothes that I'd normally send to the dry cleaner just to get them to hang properly again.The hanger that's included isn't that great, but when I substitute my own padded hangers it's ideal.For whatever reason, using the iron seems like a chore, but using the steamer is like playing with a toy. It's easy to set up and operate, plus it saves me money! I love it!

Answer: seam becomes permanently visible

<hl> It's not that using the iron is so terribly difficult but, with garments made of linen or wool, you can often iron in such a way that a seam becomes permanently visible . <hl> The steamer allows you to get rid of creases and wrinkles without leaving collateral marks on the clothes. It also is a great way to "refresh" otherwise clean clothes that I'd normally send to the dry cleaner just to get them to hang properly again. The hanger that's included isn't that great, but when I substitute my own padded hangers it's ideal. For whatever reason, using the iron seems like a chore, but using the steamer is like playing with a toy. It's easy to set up and operate, plus it saves me money! I love it!

It's not that using the iron is so terribly difficult but, with garments made of linen or wool, you can often iron in such a way that a <hl> seam becomes permanently visible <hl>. The steamer allows you to get rid of creases and wrinkles without leaving collateral marks on the clothes. It also is a great way to "refresh" otherwise clean clothes that I'd normally send to the dry cleaner just to get them to hang properly again.The hanger that's included isn't that great, but when I substitute my own padded hangers it's ideal.For whatever reason, using the iron seems like a chore, but using the steamer is like playing with a toy. It's easy to set up and operate, plus it saves me money! I love it!

It's not that using the iron is so terribly difficult but, with garments made of linen or wool, you can often iron in such a way that a <hl> seam becomes permanently visible <hl> .


Question: What did the author stop in the process of coffee making that made the coffee better?

I folowed the instructions and found that the coffee was very weak so I experimented with differint grinds and filter no filter. I found not useing the paper filter and grinding the coffee expresso and stoping the water when it starts to look pale makes a med. strong cup. A lot of work for a decent cup. I still think that my old krups drip makes a great cup. I will keep trying other alternets to the pods becous there very expensive. I am waiting for some one to start manufacturing a home pod maker. that you can fill & seel at home.

Answer: the water

I folowed the instructions and found that the coffee was very weak so I experimented with differint grinds and filter no filter. <hl> I found not useing the paper filter and grinding the coffee expresso and stoping the water when it starts to look pale makes a med. <hl> strong cup. A lot of work for a decent cup. I still think that my old krups drip makes a great cup. I will keep trying other alternets to the pods becous there very expensive. I am waiting for some one to start manufacturing a home pod maker. that you can fill & seel at home.

I folowed the instructions and found that the coffee was very weak so I experimented with differint grinds and filter no filter. I found not useing the paper filter and grinding the coffee expresso and stoping <hl> the water <hl> when it starts to look pale makes a med. strong cup. A lot of work for a decent cup. I still think that my old krups drip makes a great cup. I will keep trying other alternets to the pods becous there very expensive. I am waiting for some one to start manufacturing a home pod maker. that you can fill & seel at home.


Question: What can their next topic of conversation be now?

The office where I work has a "coffee club" which means for a set monthly price you get generic watered down coffee. Nope, that is not going to work. So in a workers revolt, a Keurig B60 Special Edition was purchased.To say that I love this machine is an understatement. Easy setup, ease of use, automatic shut off which make the safety team happy, 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to eight cups of water which is no problem because the "water club" and filtered water is literally two steps away. It is true, we seem to have a "club" for everything.The three size options work perfectly for our group. This way you can have the coffee as strong (or weak) as you would like. No more arguing over who used too many grounds and who will now be up all night because decaf is not an option. Really, you would think grown adults could learn to compromise.Finally, one less thing to complain about and now our conversations can move onto the more important things like - pens. No really, it is amazing how fussy people can be about writing instruments.Huh, maybe decaf would be a better option.

Answer: pens

The office where I work has a "coffee club" which means for a set monthly price you get generic watered down coffee. Nope, that is not going to work. So in a workers revolt, a Keurig B60 Special Edition was purchased. To say that I love this machine is an understatement. Easy setup, ease of use, automatic shut off which make the safety team happy, 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to eight cups of water which is no problem because the "water club" and filtered water is literally two steps away. It is true, we seem to have a "club" for everything. The three size options work perfectly for our group. This way you can have the coffee as strong (or weak) as you would like. No more arguing over who used too many grounds and who will now be up all night because decaf is not an option. Really, you would think grown adults could learn to compromise. <hl> Finally, one less thing to complain about and now our conversations can move onto the more important things like - pens . <hl> No really, it is amazing how fussy people can be about writing instruments. Huh, maybe decaf would be a better option.

The office where I work has a "coffee club" which means for a set monthly price you get generic watered down coffee. Nope, that is not going to work. So in a workers revolt, a Keurig B60 Special Edition was purchased.To say that I love this machine is an understatement. Easy setup, ease of use, automatic shut off which make the safety team happy, 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to eight cups of water which is no problem because the "water club" and filtered water is literally two steps away. It is true, we seem to have a "club" for everything.The three size options work perfectly for our group. This way you can have the coffee as strong (or weak) as you would like. No more arguing over who used too many grounds and who will now be up all night because decaf is not an option. Really, you would think grown adults could learn to compromise.Finally, one less thing to complain about and now our conversations can move onto the more important things like - <hl> pens <hl>. No really, it is amazing how fussy people can be about writing instruments.Huh, maybe decaf would be a better option.

Finally, one less thing to complain about and now our conversations can move onto the more important things like - <hl> pens <hl> .


Question: The product is not of what quality category?

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

Answer: high-end

a high-end quality category.

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

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


Question: Can you read out the water temperature?

The unit is nicely designed for the most part. Love the controls on the base and not on the kettle itself. This is the one plus over the Cuisinart. However, I wonder if the base is water resistant in case of accidental sloshing. That would make it decidedly a flaw.Other nice feature is the digital temperature gauge.The one drawback is the handle heats up and gets to be too hot.I highly recommend the other water kettle I have owned for a couple of years with no problems:Cuisinart CPK-17 PerfecTemp 1.7-Liter Stainless Steel Cordless Electric Kettle

Answer: digital temperature gauge

The unit is nicely designed for the most part. Love the controls on the base and not on the kettle itself. This is the one plus over the Cuisinart. However, I wonder if the base is water resistant in case of accidental sloshing. That would make it decidedly a flaw. <hl> Other nice feature is the digital temperature gauge .The one drawback is the handle heats up and gets to be too hot. <hl> I highly recommend the other water kettle I have owned for a couple of years with no problems:Cuisinart CPK-17 PerfecTemp 1.7-Liter Stainless Steel Cordless Electric Kettle

The unit is nicely designed for the most part. Love the controls on the base and not on the kettle itself. This is the one plus over the Cuisinart. However, I wonder if the base is water resistant in case of accidental sloshing. That would make it decidedly a flaw.Other nice feature is the <hl> digital temperature gauge <hl>.The one drawback is the handle heats up and gets to be too hot.I highly recommend the other water kettle I have owned for a couple of years with no problems:Cuisinart CPK-17 PerfecTemp 1.7-Liter Stainless Steel Cordless Electric Kettle

Other nice feature is the <hl> digital temperature gauge <hl> .The one drawback is the handle heats up and gets to be too hot.


Question: What size of sheets were put in the box?

This is an attractive storage box made of wide-weave papery fabric. The see-through window is clear and flexible. The box was packed flat and arrived in two pieces: one is the entire box including the lid which is attached at the back; and the second piece is a firm, flat insert for the bottom of the box. It goes together in seconds. I filled the large-size box to capacity with flannel sheets: two queen flat, two queen fitted & four pillow cases and was able to tightly close the lid. InterDesign makes a variety of storage options, all of which seem to be reasonably priced. Mixing and matching the various containers seems like an easy way to organize a closet so that it stays tidy and looks great. I got this one for free in order to write an honest review, but I am going to buy more.

Answer: queen

This is an attractive storage box made of wide-weave papery fabric. The see-through window is clear and flexible. The box was packed flat and arrived in two pieces: one is the entire box including the lid which is attached at the back; and the second piece is a firm, flat insert for the bottom of the box. It goes together in seconds. <hl> I filled the large-size box to capacity with flannel sheets: two queen flat, two queen fitted & four pillow cases and was able to tightly close the lid. <hl> InterDesign makes a variety of storage options, all of which seem to be reasonably priced. Mixing and matching the various containers seems like an easy way to organize a closet so that it stays tidy and looks great. I got this one for free in order to write an honest review, but I am going to buy more.

This is an attractive storage box made of wide-weave papery fabric. The see-through window is clear and flexible. The box was packed flat and arrived in two pieces: one is the entire box including the lid which is attached at the back; and the second piece is a firm, flat insert for the bottom of the box. It goes together in seconds. I filled the large-size box to capacity with flannel sheets: two <hl> queen <hl> flat, two queen fitted & four pillow cases and was able to tightly close the lid. InterDesign makes a variety of storage options, all of which seem to be reasonably priced. Mixing and matching the various containers seems like an easy way to organize a closet so that it stays tidy and looks great. I got this one for free in order to write an honest review, but I am going to buy more.


Question: Why is it difficult to wash the inside surfaces of the tank?

We've been using this Penguin humidifier for about a year now. It works great, but it has one critical flaw: You can't open the tank up for a thorough cleaning.If you've ever used a humidifier for more than a few days, you know that algae and slime buid up pretty extensively on any surface the water comes into contact with. This is to be expected. However, the tank on this Penguin has only one small filling port that is much too small to get your hand through. So, ever week or so I can clean off all the accumulated slime and algae in the base and the outside surfaces of the thank, but the inside surfaces of the thank go uncleaned. It's pretty disgusting inside that tank after one year of not being cleaned.If I could do it over again, I would have picked a humidifier with a design that allows for cleaning of all surfaces.

Answer: the tank on this Penguin has only one small filling port that is much too small to get your hand through

We've been using this Penguin humidifier for about a year now. It works great, but it has one critical flaw: You can't open the tank up for a thorough cleaning. If you've ever used a humidifier for more than a few days, you know that algae and slime buid up pretty extensively on any surface the water comes into contact with. This is to be expected. <hl> However, the tank on this Penguin has only one small filling port that is much too small to get your hand through . <hl> So, ever week or so I can clean off all the accumulated slime and algae in the base and the outside surfaces of the thank, but the inside surfaces of the thank go uncleaned. It's pretty disgusting inside that tank after one year of not being cleaned. If I could do it over again, I would have picked a humidifier with a design that allows for cleaning of all surfaces.

We've been using this Penguin humidifier for about a year now. It works great, but it has one critical flaw: You can't open the tank up for a thorough cleaning.If you've ever used a humidifier for more than a few days, you know that algae and slime buid up pretty extensively on any surface the water comes into contact with. This is to be expected. However, <hl> the tank on this Penguin has only one small filling port that is much too small to get your hand through <hl>. So, ever week or so I can clean off all the accumulated slime and algae in the base and the outside surfaces of the thank, but the inside surfaces of the thank go uncleaned. It's pretty disgusting inside that tank after one year of not being cleaned.If I could do it over again, I would have picked a humidifier with a design that allows for cleaning of all surfaces.

However, <hl> the tank on this Penguin has only one small filling port that is much too small to get your hand through <hl> .


Question: What size are the portions when using these containers?

I cook large meals for just myself and these are the perfect size to make freezer meals I can take out to heat in the microwave for dinner. Sure beats eating expensive store bought food. Each is no more expensive than the cost of one Stouffer's meal. Knowing they are NOT leak-proof reminds me to keep them level till frozen then can be store any which way to keep till I need a meal. The larger area is probably a little bigger than I need for the meat portion, but the other two are sized for two vegetables and I can always put a few scoops of potato in the larger side if I desire. Also helps keep my portions to a reasonable size so I don't overeat ! ... a good buy in my opinion as the only way to save money when you cook for one is to be able to store what you can't eat in one day.

Answer: reasonable size

I cook large meals for just myself and these are the perfect size to make freezer meals I can take out to heat in the microwave for dinner. Sure beats eating expensive store bought food. Each is no more expensive than the cost of one Stouffer's meal. Knowing they are NOT leak-proof reminds me to keep them level till frozen then can be store any which way to keep till I need a meal. The larger area is probably a little bigger than I need for the meat portion, but the other two are sized for two vegetables and I can always put a few scoops of potato in the larger side if I desire. Also helps keep my portions to <hl> a reasonable size so I don't overeat ! ... <hl> a good buy in my opinion as the only way to save money when you cook for one is to be able to store what you can't eat in one day.

I cook large meals for just myself and these are the perfect size to make freezer meals I can take out to heat in the microwave for dinner. Sure beats eating expensive store bought food. Each is no more expensive than the cost of one Stouffer's meal. Knowing they are NOT leak-proof reminds me to keep them level till frozen then can be store any which way to keep till I need a meal. The larger area is probably a little bigger than I need for the meat portion, but the other two are sized for two vegetables and I can always put a few scoops of potato in the larger side if I desire. Also helps keep my portions to a <hl> reasonable size <hl> so I don't overeat ! ... a good buy in my opinion as the only way to save money when you cook for one is to be able to store what you can't eat in one day.


Question: What brand is this product?

The Yube Cube Modular furniture system is a little challenging to assemble. I did follow the directions, as most of the pieces basically snap together. The biggest problem were the interior pins, which do take some effort to secure. The Yube is also not very substantial (the white panels are made from pressed sugar cane the frames are made from plastic and bamboo), but the cubes are light and easy to wheel around. The furniture can also be connected horizontally or vertically, and you can add on more Yube pieces to the system. For lightweight furniture, the Yube is a nice conversation piece, maybe a good addition for a summer home, kid's or play room.

Answer: Yube Cube

<hl> The Yube Cube Modular furniture system is a little challenging to assemble. <hl> I did follow the directions, as most of the pieces basically snap together. The biggest problem were the interior pins, which do take some effort to secure. The Yube is also not very substantial (the white panels are made from pressed sugar cane the frames are made from plastic and bamboo), but the cubes are light and easy to wheel around. The furniture can also be connected horizontally or vertically, and you can add on more Yube pieces to the system. For lightweight furniture, the Yube is a nice conversation piece, maybe a good addition for a summer home, kid's or play room.

The <hl> Yube Cube <hl> Modular furniture system is a little challenging to assemble. I did follow the directions, as most of the pieces basically snap together. The biggest problem were the interior pins, which do take some effort to secure. The Yube is also not very substantial (the white panels are made from pressed sugar cane the frames are made from plastic and bamboo), but the cubes are light and easy to wheel around. The furniture can also be connected horizontally or vertically, and you can add on more Yube pieces to the system. For lightweight furniture, the Yube is a nice conversation piece, maybe a good addition for a summer home, kid's or play room.


Question: The frame is painted green to match the Moai's what?

April 2012:I've enjoyed owning this item for years. I mounted it on a 1" thick frame on the wall. The frame has a cutout which fits a `standard' tissue box - it looks like a picture frame. The tiki box is mounted to the frame using a 2-inch' brass hinge at the top - had to drill holes in top of the box to fasten the hinge with small bolts/nuts. When `closed,' the box covers the cutout which is holding the tissue box. Works well, looks good. I painted the frame a dark off-green to go with the color of the face, which is called a 'Moai,' (sculpture) by the Easter Island people. Great conversation piece!

Answer: face

April 2012:I've enjoyed owning this item for years. I mounted it on a 1" thick frame on the wall. The frame has a cutout which fits a `standard' tissue box - it looks like a picture frame. The tiki box is mounted to the frame using a 2-inch' brass hinge at the top - had to drill holes in top of the box to fasten the hinge with small bolts/nuts. When `closed,' the box covers the cutout which is holding the tissue box. Works well, looks good. <hl> I painted the frame a dark off-green to go with the color of the face , which is called a 'Moai,' (sculpture) by the Easter Island people. <hl> Great conversation piece!

April 2012:I've enjoyed owning this item for years. I mounted it on a 1" thick frame on the wall. The frame has a cutout which fits a `standard' tissue box - it looks like a picture frame. The tiki box is mounted to the frame using a 2-inch' brass hinge at the top - had to drill holes in top of the box to fasten the hinge with small bolts/nuts. When `closed,' the box covers the cutout which is holding the tissue box. Works well, looks good. I painted the frame a dark off-green to go with the color of the <hl> face <hl>, which is called a 'Moai,' (sculpture) by the Easter Island people. Great conversation piece!

I painted the frame a dark off-green to go with the color of the <hl> face <hl> , which is called a 'Moai,' (sculpture) by the Easter Island people.


Question: How long did the person use the vacuum before the next charge?

This is the best vacuum EVER. It is the perfect size for a duplex townhouse. I had both a regular upright vacuum and a tiny little stick vac, this does the job of both and is very light to carry up and down the stairs. I love that it has a very accessible button to switch from hard floor to carpeting and the dust canister is extremely easy to empty. I charged the battery as soon as I received it, and I have used it almost every night for 2 weeks and just had to re-charge the battery yesterday.I am very happy with this purchase!!!

Answer: almost every night for 2 weeks

This is the best vacuum EVER. It is the perfect size for a duplex townhouse. I had both a regular upright vacuum and a tiny little stick vac, this does the job of both and is very light to carry up and down the stairs. I love that it has a very accessible button to switch from hard floor to carpeting and the dust canister is extremely easy to empty. <hl> I charged the battery as soon as I received it, and I have used it almost every night for 2 weeks and just had to re-charge the battery yesterday. <hl> I am very happy with this purchase!!!

This is the best vacuum EVER. It is the perfect size for a duplex townhouse. I had both a regular upright vacuum and a tiny little stick vac, this does the job of both and is very light to carry up and down the stairs. I love that it has a very accessible button to switch from hard floor to carpeting and the dust canister is extremely easy to empty. I charged the battery as soon as I received it, and I have used it <hl> almost every night for 2 weeks <hl> and just had to re-charge the battery yesterday.I am very happy with this purchase!!!


Question: How did you know you popped the same amount of kernals each time?

This popper is awesome ( as poppers go). Long ago I had another brand, but this Presto is blazing fast and pops every kernel.. I put it to the test with 6 brands and never had more than 1 or 2 unpopped kernels. The size and volume were another thing entirely. All samples are of the same weight of popping corn (weighed for accuracy on a postal scale). Some popped up twice the volume of others. The mushroom popcorn was purchased on Amazon (Mushroom Popcorn Kernels - Just Poppin Brandby Just Poppin). How did they taste? Pretty much the same, except the Trader Joes Organic was tougher and more chewy.

Answer: All samples are of the same weight of popping corn (weighed for accuracy on a postal scale)

This popper is awesome ( as poppers go). Long ago I had another brand, but this Presto is blazing fast and pops every kernel.. I put it to the test with 6 brands and never had more than 1 or 2 unpopped kernels. The size and volume were another thing entirely. <hl> All samples are of the same weight of popping corn (weighed for accuracy on a postal scale) . <hl> Some popped up twice the volume of others. The mushroom popcorn was purchased on Amazon (Mushroom Popcorn Kernels - Just Poppin Brandby Just Poppin). How did they taste? Pretty much the same, except the Trader Joes Organic was tougher and more chewy.

This popper is awesome ( as poppers go). Long ago I had another brand, but this Presto is blazing fast and pops every kernel.. I put it to the test with 6 brands and never had more than 1 or 2 unpopped kernels. The size and volume were another thing entirely. <hl> All samples are of the same weight of popping corn (weighed for accuracy on a postal scale) <hl>. Some popped up twice the volume of others. The mushroom popcorn was purchased on Amazon (Mushroom Popcorn Kernels - Just Poppin Brandby Just Poppin). How did they taste? Pretty much the same, except the Trader Joes Organic was tougher and more chewy.

<hl> All samples are of the same weight of popping corn (weighed for accuracy on a postal scale) <hl> .


Question: What kind of seal does the stick have?

We've been using this product all Summer, with great results. Our 'normal' stick (an East Coast stick, as I understand that they are different on the West Coast) fits in fine - you do need to 'load' it from the bottom (remove the plunger, then insert), but that's not hard at all. Curved to 'fit' the ear of corn. And, we've had no issues with the top falling off. I do suppose it's true that it's not an airtight seal, but we've gone through its' capacity (1/2 stick) in no more than 2 meals, so it's not really an issue for us. It's also top-rack dishwasher safe, so clean-up is a breeze.

Answer: not an airtight

We've been using this product all Summer, with great results. Our 'normal' stick (an East Coast stick, as I understand that they are different on the West Coast) fits in fine - you do need to 'load' it from the bottom (remove the plunger, then insert), but that's not hard at all. Curved to 'fit' the ear of corn. And, we've had no issues with the top falling off. <hl> I do suppose it's true that it's not an airtight seal, but we've gone through its' capacity (1/2 stick) in no more than 2 meals, so it's not really an issue for us. <hl> It's also top-rack dishwasher safe, so clean-up is a breeze.

We've been using this product all Summer, with great results. Our 'normal' stick (an East Coast stick, as I understand that they are different on the West Coast) fits in fine - you do need to 'load' it from the bottom (remove the plunger, then insert), but that's not hard at all. Curved to 'fit' the ear of corn. And, we've had no issues with the top falling off. I do suppose it's true that it's <hl> not an airtight <hl> seal, but we've gone through its' capacity (1/2 stick) in no more than 2 meals, so it's not really an issue for us. It's also top-rack dishwasher safe, so clean-up is a breeze.


Question: How many slices can fit in the toaster oven?

I'm happy with this little toaster oven. It can hold four slices of toast if they're jammed together, so it's not huge, but I'm happy with the size. With the screen on the middle rack, it toasts bread and bagels perfectly. I use it mostly for toast and a little bit of broiling, and it works great!The only thing I'm taking a point off for is the timer. It has an old-fashioned, mechanical ticking timer, which works fine now but I'm worried about the longevity of it. I've had a few of those old kitchen egg-timers that slowed down considerably after some use, and I think this may be the same type of mechanism. However, the oven was cheap enough that I think it makes up for this one flaw. I would buy this oven again.

Answer: four

I'm happy with this little toaster oven. <hl> It can hold four slices of toast if they're jammed together, so it's not huge, but I'm happy with the size. <hl> With the screen on the middle rack, it toasts bread and bagels perfectly. I use it mostly for toast and a little bit of broiling, and it works great!The only thing I'm taking a point off for is the timer. It has an old-fashioned, mechanical ticking timer, which works fine now but I'm worried about the longevity of it. I've had a few of those old kitchen egg-timers that slowed down considerably after some use, and I think this may be the same type of mechanism. However, the oven was cheap enough that I think it makes up for this one flaw. I would buy this oven again.

I'm happy with this little toaster oven. It can hold <hl> four <hl> slices of toast if they're jammed together, so it's not huge, but I'm happy with the size. With the screen on the middle rack, it toasts bread and bagels perfectly. I use it mostly for toast and a little bit of broiling, and it works great!The only thing I'm taking a point off for is the timer. It has an old-fashioned, mechanical ticking timer, which works fine now but I'm worried about the longevity of it. I've had a few of those old kitchen egg-timers that slowed down considerably after some use, and I think this may be the same type of mechanism. However, the oven was cheap enough that I think it makes up for this one flaw. I would buy this oven again.


Question: How satisfied is the customer with his purchase?

With two cats, little messes--litter, catnip, fur, food--are inevitable, but hauling out the big vac is more of a production than I can usually be bothered with. But my last hand-held vac was a total waste of time and money. It had very little suction and clogged up quickly (you'd think with so little suction that wouldn't happen, but anyway.) Granted, this was about 10 years ago. So it was with some trepidation I selected the Pet hair Eraser. As it turns out, I am reasonably satisfied with it. It has a decent amount of suction, although of course it doesn't do as good a job at the big vac. It picks up litter and cat food quite well, fur and catnip slightly less well. But for a quick tidy-up, it certainly serves its purpose well. I've used it for maybe 15 minutes now and haven't had to recharge it. I do have to empty it after every use (a good sign, really, that it's functioning well). The filter does clog up, but it washes easily.My one big complaint is about the "integrated crevice tool." It's not really a crevice tool so much as a narrow opening for the vac itself. It's not really narrow enough to be a crevice tool, and not really big enough for the vac itself. I wish they hadn't gone for the compromise here.

Answer: reasonably satisfied

With two cats, little messes--litter, catnip, fur, food--are inevitable, but hauling out the big vac is more of a production than I can usually be bothered with. But my last hand-held vac was a total waste of time and money. It had very little suction and clogged up quickly (you'd think with so little suction that wouldn't happen, but anyway.) Granted, this was about 10 years ago. So it was with some trepidation I selected the Pet hair Eraser. <hl> As it turns out, I am reasonably satisfied with it. <hl> It has a decent amount of suction, although of course it doesn't do as good a job at the big vac. It picks up litter and cat food quite well, fur and catnip slightly less well. But for a quick tidy-up, it certainly serves its purpose well. I've used it for maybe 15 minutes now and haven't had to recharge it. I do have to empty it after every use (a good sign, really, that it's functioning well). The filter does clog up, but it washes easily. My one big complaint is about the "integrated crevice tool." It's not really a crevice tool so much as a narrow opening for the vac itself. It's not really narrow enough to be a crevice tool, and not really big enough for the vac itself. I wish they hadn't gone for the compromise here.

With two cats, little messes--litter, catnip, fur, food--are inevitable, but hauling out the big vac is more of a production than I can usually be bothered with. But my last hand-held vac was a total waste of time and money. It had very little suction and clogged up quickly (you'd think with so little suction that wouldn't happen, but anyway.) Granted, this was about 10 years ago. So it was with some trepidation I selected the Pet hair Eraser. As it turns out, I am <hl> reasonably satisfied <hl> with it. It has a decent amount of suction, although of course it doesn't do as good a job at the big vac. It picks up litter and cat food quite well, fur and catnip slightly less well. But for a quick tidy-up, it certainly serves its purpose well. I've used it for maybe 15 minutes now and haven't had to recharge it. I do have to empty it after every use (a good sign, really, that it's functioning well). The filter does clog up, but it washes easily.My one big complaint is about the "integrated crevice tool." It's not really a crevice tool so much as a narrow opening for the vac itself. It's not really narrow enough to be a crevice tool, and not really big enough for the vac itself. I wish they hadn't gone for the compromise here.


Question: Does the product come in multiple colors?

Works as advertised. The only thing i wish it didn't have was "hang away" right smack in the middle of the front of the product. This product only comes in white but can probably be easily spray painted to match any decor shower bathroom etc wherever you put it. It can fit up to four toothbrushes and two razors comfortably (I was able to fit three razors, two being venuses and one being schick sp? comfortably on one product. I bought two of these products in case I needed another one but haven't used the second one. You have to mess with it since all different toothbrushes and razors are different sizes. It sticks on whatever surface you want it to be on. I haven't taken it off so I'm not sure what that is like but judging from what stuck it on seems to take some elbow grease to take it off but it will come off completely but that goes to show that this thing will hold some pretty heavy things and if you really wanted to I'm sure it would hold an oral b electronic toothbrush. Just follow the instructions to put it on and you are good to go. This product works great and hasn't come off or moved the slightest and i've had it for almost a year and i've cleaned my bathroom numerous times with this thing still in place and i've even scrubbed the sides of this product. there's not much build up that gets stuck around the product where i put it but i guess it depends on where you put it if gunk will build up around it but if it does like i said i've scrubbed the product and around it and it hasn't moved. Great product i would buy again

Answer: only comes in white

Works as advertised. The only thing i wish it didn't have was "hang away" right smack in the middle of the front of the product. <hl> This product only comes in white but can probably be easily spray painted to match any decor shower bathroom etc wherever you put it. <hl> It can fit up to four toothbrushes and two razors comfortably (I was able to fit three razors, two being venuses and one being schick sp? comfortably on one product. I bought two of these products in case I needed another one but haven't used the second one. You have to mess with it since all different toothbrushes and razors are different sizes. It sticks on whatever surface you want it to be on. I haven't taken it off so I'm not sure what that is like but judging from what stuck it on seems to take some elbow grease to take it off but it will come off completely but that goes to show that this thing will hold some pretty heavy things and if you really wanted to I'm sure it would hold an oral b electronic toothbrush. Just follow the instructions to put it on and you are good to go. This product works great and hasn't come off or moved the slightest and i've had it for almost a year and i've cleaned my bathroom numerous times with this thing still in place and i've even scrubbed the sides of this product. there's not much build up that gets stuck around the product where i put it but i guess it depends on where you put it if gunk will build up around it but if it does like i said i've scrubbed the product and around it and it hasn't moved. Great product i would buy again

Works as advertised. The only thing i wish it didn't have was "hang away" right smack in the middle of the front of the product. This product <hl> only comes in white <hl> but can probably be easily spray painted to match any decor shower bathroom etc wherever you put it. It can fit up to four toothbrushes and two razors comfortably (I was able to fit three razors, two being venuses and one being schick sp? comfortably on one product. I bought two of these products in case I needed another one but haven't used the second one. You have to mess with it since all different toothbrushes and razors are different sizes. It sticks on whatever surface you want it to be on. I haven't taken it off so I'm not sure what that is like but judging from what stuck it on seems to take some elbow grease to take it off but it will come off completely but that goes to show that this thing will hold some pretty heavy things and if you really wanted to I'm sure it would hold an oral b electronic toothbrush. Just follow the instructions to put it on and you are good to go. This product works great and hasn't come off or moved the slightest and i've had it for almost a year and i've cleaned my bathroom numerous times with this thing still in place and i've even scrubbed the sides of this product. there's not much build up that gets stuck around the product where i put it but i guess it depends on where you put it if gunk will build up around it but if it does like i said i've scrubbed the product and around it and it hasn't moved. Great product i would buy again


Question: Instead of mechanical cooking timers this product uses what?

This is a versatile steamer compared to others I've used before. The dual steamer basket allows for you to cook for just one, or a whole family. You will have to plan your meals to put the longer cooking item on the bottom. The innovative design allows the extra cooking capacity to break down for storage by allowing the bowls to fit inside each other and stack upside down on the unit so it takes up little more space than the base unit.The digital controls are a change over other units I've used which had an old style mechanical kitchen timer. The controls are easy to set and allow for more precise setting so dishes can be cooked the same every time you cook them. The max time that can be set at one time is 60 minutes, but as most things are cooked in half that time.The cons are that the unit can't be refilled while cooking and the overall construction and materials are not as good as others I've tried in the past. Full MSRP is a bit high, but if you can find this unit on sale, I'd definitely consider it.

Answer: digital controls

This is a versatile steamer compared to others I've used before. The dual steamer basket allows for you to cook for just one, or a whole family. You will have to plan your meals to put the longer cooking item on the bottom. The innovative design allows the extra cooking capacity to break down for storage by allowing the bowls to fit inside each other and stack upside down on the unit so it takes up little more space than the base unit. <hl> The digital controls are a change over other units I've used which had an old style mechanical kitchen timer. <hl> The controls are easy to set and allow for more precise setting so dishes can be cooked the same every time you cook them. The max time that can be set at one time is 60 minutes, but as most things are cooked in half that time. The cons are that the unit can't be refilled while cooking and the overall construction and materials are not as good as others I've tried in the past. Full MSRP is a bit high, but if you can find this unit on sale, I'd definitely consider it.

This is a versatile steamer compared to others I've used before. The dual steamer basket allows for you to cook for just one, or a whole family. You will have to plan your meals to put the longer cooking item on the bottom. The innovative design allows the extra cooking capacity to break down for storage by allowing the bowls to fit inside each other and stack upside down on the unit so it takes up little more space than the base unit.The <hl> digital controls <hl> are a change over other units I've used which had an old style mechanical kitchen timer. The controls are easy to set and allow for more precise setting so dishes can be cooked the same every time you cook them. The max time that can be set at one time is 60 minutes, but as most things are cooked in half that time.The cons are that the unit can't be refilled while cooking and the overall construction and materials are not as good as others I've tried in the past. Full MSRP is a bit high, but if you can find this unit on sale, I'd definitely consider it.


Question: How does the reviewer feel anyone would feel about having this scraper in their kitchen?

This scraper comes in handy for so many things. I mostly use it for putting chopped foods into whatever I am cooking, but I do use it for baking and sometimes measuring. I tend to get this out when I start cooking without even thinking about it.I have started rolling out biscuit dough into a square and using this scraper to cut it into square biscuits. Not that it takes much time with a biscuit cutter, but it goes faster and I only roll out the dough once (better biscuits). This also makes handling doughs easier than trying to use both hands. I've also used it to slice cookie dough and it works great.I like the handle a lot. It's easy to hold and use.This is not the most innovative item for the kitchen, but it is well worth having. I'd bet anyone would be happy having this scraper in their kitchen!

Answer: be happy

This scraper comes in handy for so many things. I mostly use it for putting chopped foods into whatever I am cooking, but I do use it for baking and sometimes measuring. I tend to get this out when I start cooking without even thinking about it. I have started rolling out biscuit dough into a square and using this scraper to cut it into square biscuits. Not that it takes much time with a biscuit cutter, but it goes faster and I only roll out the dough once (better biscuits). This also makes handling doughs easier than trying to use both hands. I've also used it to slice cookie dough and it works great. I like the handle a lot. It's easy to hold and use. This is not the most innovative item for the kitchen, but it is well worth having. <hl> I'd bet anyone would be happy having this scraper in their kitchen! <hl>

This scraper comes in handy for so many things. I mostly use it for putting chopped foods into whatever I am cooking, but I do use it for baking and sometimes measuring. I tend to get this out when I start cooking without even thinking about it.I have started rolling out biscuit dough into a square and using this scraper to cut it into square biscuits. Not that it takes much time with a biscuit cutter, but it goes faster and I only roll out the dough once (better biscuits). This also makes handling doughs easier than trying to use both hands. I've also used it to slice cookie dough and it works great.I like the handle a lot. It's easy to hold and use.This is not the most innovative item for the kitchen, but it is well worth having. I'd bet anyone would <hl> be happy <hl> having this scraper in their kitchen!


Question: In what way did the reviewer change their review?

This is my second T-Fal purchase, spend 6 mo with their cheaper model, and thisProfessional model is a pleasure to use. So many features and I'm able to use metalturners with this one.Only time will confirm how the anti-warp feature will work but meanwhile I'm a happy camper.I like the feel of the handle grip and the see through lid. I'll let my cast iron skillet rest for a while.When and if it warps, I'll update this promptly.Don't waste your time and monies on the cheaper models, I'm sorry I did.Good Luck9/21/13 after extensive use it has not warped and it's been through some heavy usage.11/25/13 and it will warp, lots of usage and it is warped, very disappointing.*** 11/29/13 *** after a call to Amazon got the number for T-fal USA then got into and endless telephone loop where you just listen to the computer repeat the same message 5 times, hangup- and rewrite my review, they are not specific about the warrant, so forget that and so I'm back to a clad stainless steel that I know won't warp. It was great until it warped and that was reason for buying this in the first place. So my stars go from 5 to 2 or 3, because you can still fry in it on a gas stove, and the lid works, it did not change when the bottom warped.MY advice move on don't waste your money on one that has no warranty department that you can talk to.I'll just donate this to Goodwill tor a tax deduct.

Answer: from 5 to 2 or 3

This is my second T-Fal purchase, spend 6 mo with their cheaper model, and thisProfessional model is a pleasure to use. So many features and I'm able to use metalturners with this one. Only time will confirm how the anti-warp feature will work but meanwhile I'm a happy camper. I like the feel of the handle grip and the see through lid. I'll let my cast iron skillet rest for a while. When and if it warps, I'll update this promptly. Don't waste your time and monies on the cheaper models, I'm sorry I did. Good Luck9/21/13 after extensive use it has not warped and it's been through some heavy usage.11/25/13 and it will warp, lots of usage and it is warped, very disappointing. *** 11/29/13 *** after a call to Amazon got the number for T-fal USA then got into and endless telephone loop where you just listen to the computer repeat the same message 5 times, hangup- and rewrite my review, they are not specific about the warrant, so forget that and so I'm back to a clad stainless steel that I know won't warp. It was great until it warped and that was reason for buying this in the first place. <hl> So my stars go from 5 to 2 or 3 , because you can still fry in it on a gas stove, and the lid works, it did not change when the bottom warped. <hl> MY advice move on don't waste your money on one that has no warranty department that you can talk to. I'll just donate this to Goodwill tor a tax deduct.

This is my second T-Fal purchase, spend 6 mo with their cheaper model, and thisProfessional model is a pleasure to use. So many features and I'm able to use metalturners with this one.Only time will confirm how the anti-warp feature will work but meanwhile I'm a happy camper.I like the feel of the handle grip and the see through lid. I'll let my cast iron skillet rest for a while.When and if it warps, I'll update this promptly.Don't waste your time and monies on the cheaper models, I'm sorry I did.Good Luck9/21/13 after extensive use it has not warped and it's been through some heavy usage.11/25/13 and it will warp, lots of usage and it is warped, very disappointing.*** 11/29/13 *** after a call to Amazon got the number for T-fal USA then got into and endless telephone loop where you just listen to the computer repeat the same message 5 times, hangup- and rewrite my review, they are not specific about the warrant, so forget that and so I'm back to a clad stainless steel that I know won't warp. It was great until it warped and that was reason for buying this in the first place. So my stars go <hl> from 5 to 2 or 3 <hl>, because you can still fry in it on a gas stove, and the lid works, it did not change when the bottom warped.MY advice move on don't waste your money on one that has no warranty department that you can talk to.I'll just donate this to Goodwill tor a tax deduct.

So my stars go <hl> from 5 to 2 or 3 <hl> , because you can still fry in it on a gas stove, and the lid works, it did not change when the bottom warped.


Question: What version of this product are they reviewing?

This review is specific to the 2.5" Lucid by LinenSpa Gel Infused Ventilated Memory Foam Mattress Topper with Removable Bamboo Cover 3-Year Warranty. I have arthritis in my shoulders and hips and would wake up in the middle of the night aching to the point I would just get up and move around. And this was sleeping on a good quality pillow top mattress. I added this topper and I am not kidding you, my aches and pains are now gone and I'm sleeping much much better. I give this thing TWO THUMBS UP. Okay, that's the good news. Other considerations: There is a smell to it. However, I unfolded it and left it on top of my pool table for a month because I was traveling. When I got back, the smell was mostly gone and there's no problem with smell now. So if you get it and have problems with the smell then don't be in a hurry, let it air out and breath for a few weeks before you use it. Another issue you might wonder about is how this might affect sex. Yes, sex, there I said it. This topper does indeed dampen movement. Again, two thumbs up!

Answer: 2.5

<hl> This review is specific to the 2.5 " Lucid by LinenSpa Gel Infused Ventilated Memory Foam Mattress Topper with Removable Bamboo Cover 3-Year Warranty. <hl> I have arthritis in my shoulders and hips and would wake up in the middle of the night aching to the point I would just get up and move around. And this was sleeping on a good quality pillow top mattress. I added this topper and I am not kidding you, my aches and pains are now gone and I'm sleeping much much better. I give this thing TWO THUMBS UP. Okay, that's the good news. Other considerations: There is a smell to it. However, I unfolded it and left it on top of my pool table for a month because I was traveling. When I got back, the smell was mostly gone and there's no problem with smell now. So if you get it and have problems with the smell then don't be in a hurry, let it air out and breath for a few weeks before you use it. Another issue you might wonder about is how this might affect sex. Yes, sex, there I said it. This topper does indeed dampen movement. Again, two thumbs up!

This review is specific to the <hl> 2.5 <hl>" Lucid by LinenSpa Gel Infused Ventilated Memory Foam Mattress Topper with Removable Bamboo Cover 3-Year Warranty. I have arthritis in my shoulders and hips and would wake up in the middle of the night aching to the point I would just get up and move around. And this was sleeping on a good quality pillow top mattress. I added this topper and I am not kidding you, my aches and pains are now gone and I'm sleeping much much better. I give this thing TWO THUMBS UP. Okay, that's the good news. Other considerations: There is a smell to it. However, I unfolded it and left it on top of my pool table for a month because I was traveling. When I got back, the smell was mostly gone and there's no problem with smell now. So if you get it and have problems with the smell then don't be in a hurry, let it air out and breath for a few weeks before you use it. Another issue you might wonder about is how this might affect sex. Yes, sex, there I said it. This topper does indeed dampen movement. Again, two thumbs up!

This review is specific to the <hl> 2.5 <hl> " Lucid by LinenSpa Gel Infused Ventilated Memory Foam Mattress Topper with Removable Bamboo Cover 3-Year Warranty.


Question: What happened to the motor on the sixth use?

Over the course of about 14 months, I used this juice about 6 times. Was quite please with it for the first 4 times - provided nice juice, little pulp, looked nice, and easy to clean.However, as so many other reviews indicated, the motor burned out after this light use. On use number 5, the motor became noticeably louder. On use number 6, the motor frozen, just making a very loud humming noise.TIP - on the last use, I was able to complete a about 10 more limes by using my hand to turn the cone a little, which then allowed the motor to unfreeze and start spinning the cone. So long as I kept pressure on the cone when switching to new limes, the motor kept spinning. After my hands slipped a few times, the motor froze forever.I would have given this at least 4 stars if it didn't suffer from severe quality issues. However, even at $25 per unit, it added $4 per use to the cost of my fresh orange / lime juice. Would be better off going to my local dinner and ordering their fresh juice.

Answer: frozen, just making a very loud humming noise

Over the course of about 14 months, I used this juice about 6 times. Was quite please with it for the first 4 times - provided nice juice, little pulp, looked nice, and easy to clean. However, as so many other reviews indicated, the motor burned out after this light use. On use number 5, the motor became noticeably louder. <hl> On use number 6, the motor frozen, just making a very loud humming noise .TIP - on the last use, I was able to complete a about 10 more limes by using my hand to turn the cone a little, which then allowed the motor to unfreeze and start spinning the cone. <hl> So long as I kept pressure on the cone when switching to new limes, the motor kept spinning. After my hands slipped a few times, the motor froze forever. I would have given this at least 4 stars if it didn't suffer from severe quality issues. However, even at $25 per unit, it added $4 per use to the cost of my fresh orange / lime juice. Would be better off going to my local dinner and ordering their fresh juice.

Over the course of about 14 months, I used this juice about 6 times. Was quite please with it for the first 4 times - provided nice juice, little pulp, looked nice, and easy to clean.However, as so many other reviews indicated, the motor burned out after this light use. On use number 5, the motor became noticeably louder. On use number 6, the motor <hl> frozen, just making a very loud humming noise <hl>.TIP - on the last use, I was able to complete a about 10 more limes by using my hand to turn the cone a little, which then allowed the motor to unfreeze and start spinning the cone. So long as I kept pressure on the cone when switching to new limes, the motor kept spinning. After my hands slipped a few times, the motor froze forever.I would have given this at least 4 stars if it didn't suffer from severe quality issues. However, even at $25 per unit, it added $4 per use to the cost of my fresh orange / lime juice. Would be better off going to my local dinner and ordering their fresh juice.

On use number 6, the motor <hl> frozen, just making a very loud humming noise <hl> .TIP - on the last use, I was able to complete a about 10 more limes by using my hand to turn the cone a little, which then allowed the motor to unfreeze and start spinning the cone.


Question: What do they already own?

Look, the Cuisinart SS-300 Single Server Brewing System is great - if you are the only one using it. It is cumbersome if there is more than one person in your household. Simply put you have to add water each time you want a cup of coffee. I have the larger Cuisinart keurig product that has a larger water reservoir that allows you to make successive single cups without the hassle of having to fill it up each time. It works the same as its big brother in every respect as I can tell. Unfortunately there are more than one in my household. Consequently this product gets used when only one cup serving is desired. This is a great product otherwise.

Answer: larger Cuisinart keurig

Look, the Cuisinart SS-300 Single Server Brewing System is great - if you are the only one using it. It is cumbersome if there is more than one person in your household. Simply put you have to add water each time you want a cup of coffee. <hl> I have the larger Cuisinart keurig product that has a larger water reservoir that allows you to make successive single cups without the hassle of having to fill it up each time. <hl> It works the same as its big brother in every respect as I can tell. Unfortunately there are more than one in my household. Consequently this product gets used when only one cup serving is desired. This is a great product otherwise.

Look, the Cuisinart SS-300 Single Server Brewing System is great - if you are the only one using it. It is cumbersome if there is more than one person in your household. Simply put you have to add water each time you want a cup of coffee. I have the <hl> larger Cuisinart keurig <hl> product that has a larger water reservoir that allows you to make successive single cups without the hassle of having to fill it up each time. It works the same as its big brother in every respect as I can tell. Unfortunately there are more than one in my household. Consequently this product gets used when only one cup serving is desired. This is a great product otherwise.


Question: What is the brand of water boiler and rice cooker?

I bought a Zojirsuhi water boiler for my tea, and liked it so much I decided to give this rice cooker a whirl as well. Just like the water boiler, this rice cooker has a somewhat technical appearance at first glance. I find it appealing.It comes with a little plastic measuring cup, a super cool studded rice paddle and a clip tp secure the paddle to the side of the cooker. It's not hard to use at all. Its important to use only the measuring cup that came with it. The rice cooker takes literally ALL of the hassle out of making perfect restaurant quality rice, I make basmati rice a lot, and have made sushi rice for sashimi. Mmmm. Wow. I couldn't believe I made it. The reason I use it every day is for steel cut oats. I never even heard of them before I read the reviews here. What a revelation. I set the cooker on porridge and set the timer before I go to bed. If you've never tried them, you should cook up a zoji cup of steel cut oats and 2.5 to 3 cups of water. You just KNOW that this stuff is good for you. LOL. I want to point out that this rice cooker has a surprisingly small foot print. It is about the size of a toaster. I was worried that it would be the size of a football helmet, but it most certainly is not.

Answer: Zojirsuhi

<hl> I bought a Zojirsuhi water boiler for my tea, and liked it so much I decided to give this rice cooker a whirl as well. <hl> Just like the water boiler, this rice cooker has a somewhat technical appearance at first glance. I find it appealing. It comes with a little plastic measuring cup, a super cool studded rice paddle and a clip tp secure the paddle to the side of the cooker. It's not hard to use at all. Its important to use only the measuring cup that came with it. The rice cooker takes literally ALL of the hassle out of making perfect restaurant quality rice, I make basmati rice a lot, and have made sushi rice for sashimi. Mmmm. Wow. I couldn't believe I made it. The reason I use it every day is for steel cut oats. I never even heard of them before I read the reviews here. What a revelation. I set the cooker on porridge and set the timer before I go to bed. If you've never tried them, you should cook up a zoji cup of steel cut oats and 2.5 to 3 cups of water. You just KNOW that this stuff is good for you. LOL. I want to point out that this rice cooker has a surprisingly small foot print. It is about the size of a toaster. I was worried that it would be the size of a football helmet, but it most certainly is not.

I bought a <hl> Zojirsuhi <hl> water boiler for my tea, and liked it so much I decided to give this rice cooker a whirl as well. Just like the water boiler, this rice cooker has a somewhat technical appearance at first glance. I find it appealing.It comes with a little plastic measuring cup, a super cool studded rice paddle and a clip tp secure the paddle to the side of the cooker. It's not hard to use at all. Its important to use only the measuring cup that came with it. The rice cooker takes literally ALL of the hassle out of making perfect restaurant quality rice, I make basmati rice a lot, and have made sushi rice for sashimi. Mmmm. Wow. I couldn't believe I made it. The reason I use it every day is for steel cut oats. I never even heard of them before I read the reviews here. What a revelation. I set the cooker on porridge and set the timer before I go to bed. If you've never tried them, you should cook up a zoji cup of steel cut oats and 2.5 to 3 cups of water. You just KNOW that this stuff is good for you. LOL. I want to point out that this rice cooker has a surprisingly small foot print. It is about the size of a toaster. I was worried that it would be the size of a football helmet, but it most certainly is not.


Question: What does the author say about refilling the shakers?

I love this satin brushed salt and pepper shaker. The idea to store the pepper shaker in the salt shaker is great. I love watching guests trying to figure it out. I do not have any problems getting enough salt out of the shaker and the pepper shaker is more for white pepper. I do use white pepper often, but only as powder. If I need black pepper I do use a pepper mill. I am trying to avoid too much salt and pepper anyway and I really do not like the automatic grab to the salt shaker. So the little wholes do work well.The salt and pepper shaker are easy to refill and also easy to clean.

Answer: easy to refill

I love this satin brushed salt and pepper shaker. The idea to store the pepper shaker in the salt shaker is great. I love watching guests trying to figure it out. I do not have any problems getting enough salt out of the shaker and the pepper shaker is more for white pepper. I do use white pepper often, but only as powder. If I need black pepper I do use a pepper mill. I am trying to avoid too much salt and pepper anyway and I really do not like the automatic grab to the salt shaker. So the little wholes do work well. <hl> The salt and pepper shaker are easy to refill and also easy to clean. <hl>

I love this satin brushed salt and pepper shaker. The idea to store the pepper shaker in the salt shaker is great. I love watching guests trying to figure it out. I do not have any problems getting enough salt out of the shaker and the pepper shaker is more for white pepper. I do use white pepper often, but only as powder. If I need black pepper I do use a pepper mill. I am trying to avoid too much salt and pepper anyway and I really do not like the automatic grab to the salt shaker. So the little wholes do work well.The salt and pepper shaker are <hl> easy to refill <hl> and also easy to clean.


Question: Where did the writer buy a new meat thermometer?

We picked up a William Sonoma remote meat/temp probe a while back. After long use, the probe cord material starts to crack (especially if you let the grill get too hot). ONce the insulating material starts to crack the probe reading becomes variant and intermittant if at all. I ordered this on line as I could not find a replacement for my "William Sonoma" Brand. Works like a charm. I've booked marked this part as I'm sure I'll need another one in a year or two .. but then we smoke and grill all the time

Answer: on line

We picked up a William Sonoma remote meat/temp probe a while back. After long use, the probe cord material starts to crack (especially if you let the grill get too hot). ONce the insulating material starts to crack the probe reading becomes variant and intermittant if at all. <hl> I ordered this on line as I could not find a replacement for my "William Sonoma" Brand. <hl> Works like a charm. I've booked marked this part as I'm sure I'll need another one in a year or two .. but then we smoke and grill all the time

We picked up a William Sonoma remote meat/temp probe a while back. After long use, the probe cord material starts to crack (especially if you let the grill get too hot). ONce the insulating material starts to crack the probe reading becomes variant and intermittant if at all. I ordered this <hl> on line <hl> as I could not find a replacement for my "William Sonoma" Brand. Works like a charm. I've booked marked this part as I'm sure I'll need another one in a year or two .. but then we smoke and grill all the time