Question: How much does the requesters food processor cost?

For a <$50 food processor this product is great! The suction cup feet are a bit odd but really thoughtful addition - almost acts like a third hand to keep the machine from walking on the counter while running. The shredding/slicing disk is a nice addition and helps make the food processor a little more handy! Has handled veggies, chicken, and making pesto with ease and dishwasher safe for easier cleanup.

Answer: $50

<hl> For a < $50 food processor this product is great! <hl> The suction cup feet are a bit odd but really thoughtful addition - almost acts like a third hand to keep the machine from walking on the counter while running. The shredding/slicing disk is a nice addition and helps make the food processor a little more handy! Has handled veggies, chicken, and making pesto with ease and dishwasher safe for easier cleanup.

For a <<hl> $50 <hl> food processor this product is great! The suction cup feet are a bit odd but really thoughtful addition - almost acts like a third hand to keep the machine from walking on the counter while running. The shredding/slicing disk is a nice addition and helps make the food processor a little more handy! Has handled veggies, chicken, and making pesto with ease and dishwasher safe for easier cleanup.

For a < <hl> $50 <hl> food processor this product is great!


Question: How much does a cheap Harbor Freight sharpener cost?

I own a Wusthof 7-Piece knife block set and I've tried other sharpeners, which did a fair job, but decided to spend the money for a Wusthof sharpener because I thought that it was made for sharpening Wusthof knives.I was wrong. This sharpener actually removed the sharp edge off of two knives that had been sharpened with $3.00 Harbor Freight sharpener that looks like this one, but only has a single ceramic sharpener . The V-shaped cutting heads on both the carbide blades and the ceramic side of the Wusthof sharpener that I received from Amazon are set at the wrong angle for the Wusthof knives.I first tried an old, unused knife to test the product and it turned out "fair", but then I sharpened that same old knife in my cheapo Harbor Freight model and achieved a better, cleaner and sharper edge. But, not willing to leave well enough alone, I just had to try my new Wusthof sharpener on one of my Wusthof knives.This Wusthof sharpener made it duller, just the same as it did with the old knife.Thinking that I could salvage part of my investment, I then tried to sharpen two pairs of scissors. They turned out to be a bit better than doing nothing, but scissors are not the reason I bought this knife sharpening tool.

Answer: $3.00

I own a Wusthof 7-Piece knife block set and I've tried other sharpeners, which did a fair job, but decided to spend the money for a Wusthof sharpener because I thought that it was made for sharpening Wusthof knives. I was wrong. <hl> This sharpener actually removed the sharp edge off of two knives that had been sharpened with $3.00 Harbor Freight sharpener that looks like this one, but only has a single ceramic sharpener . <hl> The V-shaped cutting heads on both the carbide blades and the ceramic side of the Wusthof sharpener that I received from Amazon are set at the wrong angle for the Wusthof knives. I first tried an old, unused knife to test the product and it turned out "fair", but then I sharpened that same old knife in my cheapo Harbor Freight model and achieved a better, cleaner and sharper edge. But, not willing to leave well enough alone, I just had to try my new Wusthof sharpener on one of my Wusthof knives. This Wusthof sharpener made it duller, just the same as it did with the old knife. Thinking that I could salvage part of my investment, I then tried to sharpen two pairs of scissors. They turned out to be a bit better than doing nothing, but scissors are not the reason I bought this knife sharpening tool.

I own a Wusthof 7-Piece knife block set and I've tried other sharpeners, which did a fair job, but decided to spend the money for a Wusthof sharpener because I thought that it was made for sharpening Wusthof knives.I was wrong. This sharpener actually removed the sharp edge off of two knives that had been sharpened with <hl> $3.00 <hl> Harbor Freight sharpener that looks like this one, but only has a single ceramic sharpener . The V-shaped cutting heads on both the carbide blades and the ceramic side of the Wusthof sharpener that I received from Amazon are set at the wrong angle for the Wusthof knives.I first tried an old, unused knife to test the product and it turned out "fair", but then I sharpened that same old knife in my cheapo Harbor Freight model and achieved a better, cleaner and sharper edge. But, not willing to leave well enough alone, I just had to try my new Wusthof sharpener on one of my Wusthof knives.This Wusthof sharpener made it duller, just the same as it did with the old knife.Thinking that I could salvage part of my investment, I then tried to sharpen two pairs of scissors. They turned out to be a bit better than doing nothing, but scissors are not the reason I bought this knife sharpening tool.


Question: How many did they order?

I ordered two of these shelving units for my loft and they arrived in one week. First, the boxes were not real bulky. The sender even wrapped extra bubble wrap around them. Second, I opened each box and each piece was wrapped in clear plastic. Everything was in each box, no missing parts. Third, the easiest way to assemble them is to screw in each bar first, only half way. Then snap the shelves in place. There is only a print out of the parts...no instructions. Then, after the shelf is standing with shelves in place, start to tighten each screw...but do not tighten it so hard as to strip it. Note: The extra bars are for extra support on the backside.

Answer: two

<hl> I ordered two of these shelving units for my loft <hl> and they arrived in one week. First, the boxes were not real bulky. The sender even wrapped extra bubble wrap around them. Second, I opened each box and each piece was wrapped in clear plastic. Everything was in each box, no missing parts. Third, the easiest way to assemble them is to screw in each bar first, only half way. Then snap the shelves in place. There is only a print out of the parts...no instructions. Then, after the shelf is standing with shelves in place, start to tighten each screw...but do not tighten it so hard as to strip it. Note: The extra bars are for extra support on the backside.

I ordered <hl> two <hl> of these shelving units for my loft and they arrived in one week. First, the boxes were not real bulky. The sender even wrapped extra bubble wrap around them. Second, I opened each box and each piece was wrapped in clear plastic. Everything was in each box, no missing parts. Third, the easiest way to assemble them is to screw in each bar first, only half way. Then snap the shelves in place. There is only a print out of the parts...no instructions. Then, after the shelf is standing with shelves in place, start to tighten each screw...but do not tighten it so hard as to strip it. Note: The extra bars are for extra support on the backside.


Question: What do other reviewers advise to do with the rice before cooking?

I have only had this rice cooker for a short time, but have been very satisfied with it's performance. I haven't used the vegetable steamer yet, only the rice cooker, so my review is only for the rice cooker portion. This cooks rice (white & brown) very nicely. I followed other reviewers advice and rinse the rice well before cooking. I also add a little olive oil to the water. This seems to keep the rice from browning too much on the bottom. I will try and follow up after I've had this for a while.

Answer: rinse the rice well

I have only had this rice cooker for a short time, but have been very satisfied with it's performance. I haven't used the vegetable steamer yet, only the rice cooker, so my review is only for the rice cooker portion. This cooks rice (white & brown) very nicely. <hl> I followed other reviewers advice and rinse the rice well before cooking. <hl> I also add a little olive oil to the water. This seems to keep the rice from browning too much on the bottom. I will try and follow up after I've had this for a while.

I have only had this rice cooker for a short time, but have been very satisfied with it's performance. I haven't used the vegetable steamer yet, only the rice cooker, so my review is only for the rice cooker portion. This cooks rice (white & brown) very nicely. I followed other reviewers advice and <hl> rinse the rice well <hl> before cooking. I also add a little olive oil to the water. This seems to keep the rice from browning too much on the bottom. I will try and follow up after I've had this for a while.


Question: Which size pans are too large for day to day cooking?

I cook almost entirely with cast iron. Most of my pans and dutch ovens are Lodge and I've been very happy with them. The T-fal is cheaper, but not by much. For $26, this pan is surprisingly underwhelming.Like others have mentioned, the finish isn't very smooth, compared to Lodge. This isn't too big a deal because over time it will get there with regular use. But for most people, we like to have the smooth finish from the start and save ourselves the frustration of seasoning over years of cooking.I've often struggled with using 12-inch pans at home. They work okay on a gas range, but for the most part they seem to be far too large for day-to-day cooking. A 10-inch pan is much more practical, especially if you've got things on the other burners.This isn't terrible. It's cast iron, and it does it's work fine. I've decided this will be my camping skillet and leave the Lodge for cooking at home. It does what it's supposed to, but it doesn't have quite the same finesse as the Lodge pans.

Answer: 12-inch pans

I cook almost entirely with cast iron. Most of my pans and dutch ovens are Lodge and I've been very happy with them. The T-fal is cheaper, but not by much. For $26, this pan is surprisingly underwhelming. Like others have mentioned, the finish isn't very smooth, compared to Lodge. This isn't too big a deal because over time it will get there with regular use. But for most people, we like to have the smooth finish from the start and save ourselves the frustration of seasoning over years of cooking. <hl> I've often struggled with using 12-inch pans at home. <hl> They work okay on a gas range, but for the most part they seem to be far too large for day-to-day cooking. A 10-inch pan is much more practical, especially if you've got things on the other burners. This isn't terrible. It's cast iron, and it does it's work fine. I've decided this will be my camping skillet and leave the Lodge for cooking at home. It does what it's supposed to, but it doesn't have quite the same finesse as the Lodge pans.

I cook almost entirely with cast iron. Most of my pans and dutch ovens are Lodge and I've been very happy with them. The T-fal is cheaper, but not by much. For $26, this pan is surprisingly underwhelming.Like others have mentioned, the finish isn't very smooth, compared to Lodge. This isn't too big a deal because over time it will get there with regular use. But for most people, we like to have the smooth finish from the start and save ourselves the frustration of seasoning over years of cooking.I've often struggled with using <hl> 12-inch pans <hl> at home. They work okay on a gas range, but for the most part they seem to be far too large for day-to-day cooking. A 10-inch pan is much more practical, especially if you've got things on the other burners.This isn't terrible. It's cast iron, and it does it's work fine. I've decided this will be my camping skillet and leave the Lodge for cooking at home. It does what it's supposed to, but it doesn't have quite the same finesse as the Lodge pans.


Question: When was the new oven purchased?

Bought this oven several months ago after our old NuWave gave up the ghost. We like this design much more than the plastic NuWave we had whose hood we had to replace after it cracked a year or so after we bought it. The only downside so far has been that the halogen light needs a deflector ring or shield to minimize the glare while cooking. We have not had any of the problems mentioned by other reviewers. Cleaning is a breeze. We've used it primarily for cooking meats and it has worked really well.

Answer: several months ago

<hl> Bought this oven several months ago after our old NuWave gave up the ghost. <hl> We like this design much more than the plastic NuWave we had whose hood we had to replace after it cracked a year or so after we bought it. The only downside so far has been that the halogen light needs a deflector ring or shield to minimize the glare while cooking. We have not had any of the problems mentioned by other reviewers. Cleaning is a breeze. We've used it primarily for cooking meats and it has worked really well.

Bought this oven <hl> several months ago <hl> after our old NuWave gave up the ghost. We like this design much more than the plastic NuWave we had whose hood we had to replace after it cracked a year or so after we bought it. The only downside so far has been that the halogen light needs a deflector ring or shield to minimize the glare while cooking. We have not had any of the problems mentioned by other reviewers. Cleaning is a breeze. We've used it primarily for cooking meats and it has worked really well.


Question: What are one of the cons to using an ionizing unit?

We have a house with an open floor plan, and were not yet ready to install a HEPA filter on the furnace. We bought a couple of these for smaller spaces, and a different larger purifier for the largest space. These have been great! My husband (an allergist) has recently become very allergic to the cats. By banning the cats from the bedroom (every allergist's first recommendation), and using these in the bedroom and his office, those spaces are constant "safe" zones. I am very pleased. I'm back online to purchase two more because I love what these do for the air circulation in our poorly ventilated house. The upstairs is chronically 5-10 degrees warmer than the main level, and our bedroom unit circulates the air such that our room in more comfortable than it has been in years. We are putting these in the kids rooms in place of their white noise machines (on the highest filtration setting, the "white" wind noise of these purifiers is more pleasant than the machines we use), and to improve air circulation. When I vacuum the filter, it is always filthy, but it doesn't seem to ever be overfull, the unit seems to always be effective. By having two more of these, we expect it will improve the overall air quality as well as circulation. For the price, I definitely recommend these!(BTW, for those wondering about ionizing units, the ionizing units release ozone, and the allergy community feels that even the small amount of ozone released can be more irritating to asthmatics than the allergens, and thus the latest recommendations say to avoid any purifier that releases ANY amount of ozone. My husband had us turn off our furnace air filter and remove the ionizing coils, and just replace the coils with a cardboard filter. It's hardly a perfect fix, but it is better than the ozone (we didn't realize) it was releasing before. We'll get a whole house HEPA eventually, but one step at a time...)

Answer: release ozone

We have a house with an open floor plan, and were not yet ready to install a HEPA filter on the furnace. We bought a couple of these for smaller spaces, and a different larger purifier for the largest space. These have been great! My husband (an allergist) has recently become very allergic to the cats. By banning the cats from the bedroom (every allergist's first recommendation), and using these in the bedroom and his office, those spaces are constant "safe" zones. I am very pleased. I'm back online to purchase two more because I love what these do for the air circulation in our poorly ventilated house. The upstairs is chronically 5-10 degrees warmer than the main level, and our bedroom unit circulates the air such that our room in more comfortable than it has been in years. We are putting these in the kids rooms in place of their white noise machines (on the highest filtration setting, the "white" wind noise of these purifiers is more pleasant than the machines we use), and to improve air circulation. When I vacuum the filter, it is always filthy, but it doesn't seem to ever be overfull, the unit seems to always be effective. By having two more of these, we expect it will improve the overall air quality as well as circulation. <hl> For the price, I definitely recommend these!(BTW, for those wondering about ionizing units, the ionizing units release ozone , and the allergy community feels that even the small amount of ozone released can be more irritating to asthmatics than the allergens, and thus the latest recommendations say to avoid any purifier that releases ANY amount of ozone. <hl> My husband had us turn off our furnace air filter and remove the ionizing coils, and just replace the coils with a cardboard filter. It's hardly a perfect fix, but it is better than the ozone (we didn't realize) it was releasing before. We'll get a whole house HEPA eventually, but one step at a time...)

We have a house with an open floor plan, and were not yet ready to install a HEPA filter on the furnace. We bought a couple of these for smaller spaces, and a different larger purifier for the largest space. These have been great! My husband (an allergist) has recently become very allergic to the cats. By banning the cats from the bedroom (every allergist's first recommendation), and using these in the bedroom and his office, those spaces are constant "safe" zones. I am very pleased. I'm back online to purchase two more because I love what these do for the air circulation in our poorly ventilated house. The upstairs is chronically 5-10 degrees warmer than the main level, and our bedroom unit circulates the air such that our room in more comfortable than it has been in years. We are putting these in the kids rooms in place of their white noise machines (on the highest filtration setting, the "white" wind noise of these purifiers is more pleasant than the machines we use), and to improve air circulation. When I vacuum the filter, it is always filthy, but it doesn't seem to ever be overfull, the unit seems to always be effective. By having two more of these, we expect it will improve the overall air quality as well as circulation. For the price, I definitely recommend these!(BTW, for those wondering about ionizing units, the ionizing units <hl> release ozone <hl>, and the allergy community feels that even the small amount of ozone released can be more irritating to asthmatics than the allergens, and thus the latest recommendations say to avoid any purifier that releases ANY amount of ozone. My husband had us turn off our furnace air filter and remove the ionizing coils, and just replace the coils with a cardboard filter. It's hardly a perfect fix, but it is better than the ozone (we didn't realize) it was releasing before. We'll get a whole house HEPA eventually, but one step at a time...)

For the price, I definitely recommend these!(BTW, for those wondering about ionizing units, the ionizing units <hl> release ozone <hl> , and the allergy community feels that even the small amount of ozone released can be more irritating to asthmatics than the allergens, and thus the latest recommendations say to avoid any purifier that releases ANY amount of ozone.


Question: What time of day did the reviewer's husband constantly ask her to make him a cup of coffee?

I'm like one of the other reviewers. I've owned the 3 cup, 6 cup, and when my husband constantly asked me to make another cup for him in the morning, I decided to buy the 12 cup so that I could save myself a few minutes.Well it didn't work out that way. The first couple of times it worked well and I was excited. But then it was a crap shoot.Sometimes it would brew the coffee, while other times it would not. Now it just won't push the steam through at all. After wasting pound of coffee on testing various ways and or amounts by which I could get a more consistent result, I have given it up. Not worth the head ache. I've gone back to using my trusty old 6 cup espresso maker.

Answer: morning

I'm like one of the other reviewers. I've owned the 3 cup, 6 cup, and when my husband constantly asked me to make another cup for him in <hl> the morning , I decided to buy the 12 cup so that I could save myself a few minutes. <hl> Well it didn't work out that way. The first couple of times it worked well and I was excited. But then it was a crap shoot. Sometimes it would brew the coffee, while other times it would not. Now it just won't push the steam through at all. After wasting pound of coffee on testing various ways and or amounts by which I could get a more consistent result, I have given it up. Not worth the head ache. I've gone back to using my trusty old 6 cup espresso maker.

I'm like one of the other reviewers. I've owned the 3 cup, 6 cup, and when my husband constantly asked me to make another cup for him in the <hl> morning <hl>, I decided to buy the 12 cup so that I could save myself a few minutes.Well it didn't work out that way. The first couple of times it worked well and I was excited. But then it was a crap shoot.Sometimes it would brew the coffee, while other times it would not. Now it just won't push the steam through at all. After wasting pound of coffee on testing various ways and or amounts by which I could get a more consistent result, I have given it up. Not worth the head ache. I've gone back to using my trusty old 6 cup espresso maker.

the <hl> morning <hl> , I decided to buy the 12 cup so that I could save myself a few minutes.


Question: What is the number of the different handle sizes?

Saw the review for this in Cooks Illustrated and couldn't believe there was a spatula out there that was real rubber and I had missed it, but here it is! Just like the old Rubbermaids of yore. It is all it says that it is! It has a substantial handle a very good sized "head" and a little notch to clean the bowl. There are two handle lengths, a 13 inch and a 9 1/2'. At first I thought the 13" was too long, however, it has become very useful for many jobs around the kitchen.Rubbermaid White Spatula 9 1/2"I have found that they do not pick up color, at least not with my pasta sauce or food coloring when baking; nor do the heads pick up any odor, especially when working with pasta sauce and garlic. Ultimately a very useful and dependable tool to have around the kitchen.

Answer: two

Saw the review for this in Cooks Illustrated and couldn't believe there was a spatula out there that was real rubber and I had missed it, but here it is! Just like the old Rubbermaids of yore. It is all it says that it is! It has a substantial handle a very good sized "head" and a little notch to clean the bowl. <hl> There are two handle lengths, a 13 inch and a 9 1/2'. <hl> At first I thought the 13" was too long, however, it has become very useful for many jobs around the kitchen. Rubbermaid White Spatula 9 1/2"I have found that they do not pick up color, at least not with my pasta sauce or food coloring when baking; nor do the heads pick up any odor, especially when working with pasta sauce and garlic. Ultimately a very useful and dependable tool to have around the kitchen.

Saw the review for this in Cooks Illustrated and couldn't believe there was a spatula out there that was real rubber and I had missed it, but here it is! Just like the old Rubbermaids of yore. It is all it says that it is! It has a substantial handle a very good sized "head" and a little notch to clean the bowl. There are <hl> two <hl> handle lengths, a 13 inch and a 9 1/2'. At first I thought the 13" was too long, however, it has become very useful for many jobs around the kitchen.Rubbermaid White Spatula 9 1/2"I have found that they do not pick up color, at least not with my pasta sauce or food coloring when baking; nor do the heads pick up any odor, especially when working with pasta sauce and garlic. Ultimately a very useful and dependable tool to have around the kitchen.


Question: Is the product secure?

Bought this six years ago to use instead of the under-cabinet one that was already installed in my kitchen. The under-cabinet one was better at unscrewing a lid, but occasionally the jar would slip out of the vice and my hand would get pinched. Well, this OXO opener proved to be a disaster in every way. Like other reviewers noted, it doesn't secure well enough to the lid, slips off the lid, and hurts your hand when it gets slammed into the jar. I'm surprised no one has sued the company for manufacturing this awkward, uncomfortable, dangerous product.

Answer: it doesn't secure well enough to the lid, slips off the lid, a

Bought this six years ago to use instead of the under-cabinet one that was already installed in my kitchen. The under-cabinet one was better at unscrewing a lid, but occasionally the jar would slip out of the vice and my hand would get pinched. Well, this OXO opener proved to be a disaster in every way. <hl> Like other reviewers noted, it doesn't secure well enough to the lid, slips off the lid, a nd hurts your hand when it gets slammed into the jar. <hl> I'm surprised no one has sued the company for manufacturing this awkward, uncomfortable, dangerous product.

Bought this six years ago to use instead of the under-cabinet one that was already installed in my kitchen. The under-cabinet one was better at unscrewing a lid, but occasionally the jar would slip out of the vice and my hand would get pinched. Well, this OXO opener proved to be a disaster in every way. Like other reviewers noted, <hl> it doesn't secure well enough to the lid, slips off the lid, a <hl>nd hurts your hand when it gets slammed into the jar. I'm surprised no one has sued the company for manufacturing this awkward, uncomfortable, dangerous product.

Like other reviewers noted, <hl> it doesn't secure well enough to the lid, slips off the lid, a <hl> nd hurts your hand when it gets slammed into the jar.


Question: What is the product used for?

I use this for homebrewing after reviewing several thermometers out there. This one is great because the probe can withstand to be in the liquid and is long enough to do the job. It also features and on/off switch which a lot fo the others out there do not so you can save on some batteries, even though the draw is minimal as I use this thing a lot and am still on the same battery (thankfully it only uses 1 AAA and comes with it). If you are a homebrewer, get this one. You won't be sorry.

Answer: homebrewing

<hl> I use this for homebrewing after reviewing several thermometers out there. <hl> This one is great because the probe can withstand to be in the liquid and is long enough to do the job. It also features and on/off switch which a lot fo the others out there do not so you can save on some batteries, even though the draw is minimal as I use this thing a lot and am still on the same battery (thankfully it only uses 1 AAA and comes with it). If you are a homebrewer, get this one. You won't be sorry.

I use this for <hl> homebrewing <hl> after reviewing several thermometers out there. This one is great because the probe can withstand to be in the liquid and is long enough to do the job. It also features and on/off switch which a lot fo the others out there do not so you can save on some batteries, even though the draw is minimal as I use this thing a lot and am still on the same battery (thankfully it only uses 1 AAA and comes with it). If you are a homebrewer, get this one. You won't be sorry.


Question: What does the product look like in the picture?

So, I just paid almost 25 dollars for some rough chunks of glass. They look nothing like what is pictured, nothing. One is significantly smaller than the other two, with a rough jagged spot. The product pictured looks like smooth stones. The things I got, two at least, just look like flat plugs. And the third looks like a cast off from a glass blowing place. Who knows. Terrible. I wouldn't normally leave such a bad review, but these were ridiculous.

Answer: smooth stones

So, I just paid almost 25 dollars for some rough chunks of glass. They look nothing like what is pictured, nothing. One is significantly smaller than the other two, with a rough jagged spot. <hl> The product pictured looks like smooth stones . <hl> The things I got, two at least, just look like flat plugs. And the third looks like a cast off from a glass blowing place. Who knows. Terrible. I wouldn't normally leave such a bad review, but these were ridiculous.

So, I just paid almost 25 dollars for some rough chunks of glass. They look nothing like what is pictured, nothing. One is significantly smaller than the other two, with a rough jagged spot. The product pictured looks like <hl> smooth stones <hl>. The things I got, two at least, just look like flat plugs. And the third looks like a cast off from a glass blowing place. Who knows. Terrible. I wouldn't normally leave such a bad review, but these were ridiculous.

The product pictured looks like <hl> smooth stones <hl> .


Question: What is the writer reviewing?

At first this is a very versatile knife block that can hold many things. But over time the plastic stems start to bend and create clogs in the block due to repeated use by putting your knives in. Visually you won't notice any difference, but it will harder and harder to put your knives back into the knife block and the knives won't go in as far as it use to.The only way to fix this is to remove the plastic stems from the block itself and start trimming off the bent plastic stems with a wire cutter.It was fun while this block lasted but I'm going to look for a different product that can last longer than six months.

Answer: knife block

<hl> At first this is a very versatile knife block that can hold many things. <hl> But over time the plastic stems start to bend and create clogs in the block due to repeated use by putting your knives in. Visually you won't notice any difference, but it will harder and harder to put your knives back into the knife block and the knives won't go in as far as it use to. The only way to fix this is to remove the plastic stems from the block itself and start trimming off the bent plastic stems with a wire cutter. It was fun while this block lasted but I'm going to look for a different product that can last longer than six months.

At first this is a very versatile <hl> knife block <hl> that can hold many things. But over time the plastic stems start to bend and create clogs in the block due to repeated use by putting your knives in. Visually you won't notice any difference, but it will harder and harder to put your knives back into the knife block and the knives won't go in as far as it use to.The only way to fix this is to remove the plastic stems from the block itself and start trimming off the bent plastic stems with a wire cutter.It was fun while this block lasted but I'm going to look for a different product that can last longer than six months.


Question: what type of timer does it have?

This thing does it all, ice crusher, smoothies, mixed drinks, pesto etc. Yeah it makes noise, it's a blender, the tech built into this works, the blades, the ribs in the vessel, the countdown timer. A friend's girlfriend bought a 450 dollar vitamix and all I would hear about was smoothie this and we grind up avocado seeds in them and blah blah blah. Then the first time I ever made a smoothie never mind with this machine his silence was damning when he finally said "you only paid 200 for that?"...

Answer: countdown timer

This thing does it all, ice crusher, smoothies, mixed drinks, pesto etc. <hl> Yeah it makes noise, it's a blender, the tech built into this works, the blades, the ribs in the vessel, the countdown timer . <hl> A friend's girlfriend bought a 450 dollar vitamix and all I would hear about was smoothie this and we grind up avocado seeds in them and blah blah blah. Then the first time I ever made a smoothie never mind with this machine his silence was damning when he finally said "you only paid 200 for that?"...

This thing does it all, ice crusher, smoothies, mixed drinks, pesto etc. Yeah it makes noise, it's a blender, the tech built into this works, the blades, the ribs in the vessel, the <hl> countdown timer <hl>. A friend's girlfriend bought a 450 dollar vitamix and all I would hear about was smoothie this and we grind up avocado seeds in them and blah blah blah. Then the first time I ever made a smoothie never mind with this machine his silence was damning when he finally said "you only paid 200 for that?"...

Yeah it makes noise, it's a blender, the tech built into this works, the blades, the ribs in the vessel, the <hl> countdown timer <hl> .


Question: What kind of feet does the machine have?

I got this coffee maker to replace my old Melitta Take-2 and never much cared for the weak, lukewarm K-cup coffee makers. The Kitchenaid makes an 18 ounce mug of very hot coffee. The thermal mug doesn't seem very well insulated on the bottom as the metal part gets pretty hot. The tilt out and removable filter compartment has a re-usable basket but also looks like it might have been designed to use a disposable #2 paper cone filter but they don't fit. The feet on this appliance are very sticky which I suppose is a good thing for most people but I need to slide it in and out from under a cupboard so it is a bit of a bother to me. Also, the feet have stained my laminate counter top. The price here shows a retail value of $99 but the Kitchenaid retails at major department stores in the mall for $79.

Answer: feet on this appliance are very sticky

I got this coffee maker to replace my old Melitta Take-2 and never much cared for the weak, lukewarm K-cup coffee makers. The Kitchenaid makes an 18 ounce mug of very hot coffee. The thermal mug doesn't seem very well insulated on the bottom as the metal part gets pretty hot. The tilt out and removable filter compartment has a re-usable basket but also looks like it might have been designed to use a disposable #2 paper cone filter but they don't fit. <hl> The feet on this appliance are very sticky which I suppose is a good thing for most people <hl> but I need to slide it in and out from under a cupboard so it is a bit of a bother to me. Also, the feet have stained my laminate counter top. The price here shows a retail value of $99 but the Kitchenaid retails at major department stores in the mall for $79.

I got this coffee maker to replace my old Melitta Take-2 and never much cared for the weak, lukewarm K-cup coffee makers. The Kitchenaid makes an 18 ounce mug of very hot coffee. The thermal mug doesn't seem very well insulated on the bottom as the metal part gets pretty hot. The tilt out and removable filter compartment has a re-usable basket but also looks like it might have been designed to use a disposable #2 paper cone filter but they don't fit. The <hl> feet on this appliance are very sticky <hl> which I suppose is a good thing for most people but I need to slide it in and out from under a cupboard so it is a bit of a bother to me. Also, the feet have stained my laminate counter top. The price here shows a retail value of $99 but the Kitchenaid retails at major department stores in the mall for $79.


Question: What does the persimmon color darkens to?

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

Answer: very dark orange

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

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


Question: What room was the reviewer looking to outfit?

Needing to outfit a new kitchen I was looking for a set that would work with all types of cookware. These fit the bill perfectly. The pieces are sturdy and all are useful. I've used them in boiling water and hot oil with no problem. I would recommend these to anyone.May 2013 amendment. These aren't quite as great as I first thought. I used the spatula in a frying pan over med-high heat and it started to melt. I'm now looking for a better quality replacement. The spoons are still great and going strong. For that reason I changed from 5 stars to 4 stars.

Answer: kitchen

<hl> Needing to outfit a new kitchen I was looking for a set that would work with all types of cookware. <hl> These fit the bill perfectly. The pieces are sturdy and all are useful. I've used them in boiling water and hot oil with no problem. I would recommend these to anyone. May 2013 amendment. These aren't quite as great as I first thought. I used the spatula in a frying pan over med-high heat and it started to melt. I'm now looking for a better quality replacement. The spoons are still great and going strong. For that reason I changed from 5 stars to 4 stars.

Needing to outfit a new <hl> kitchen <hl> I was looking for a set that would work with all types of cookware. These fit the bill perfectly. The pieces are sturdy and all are useful. I've used them in boiling water and hot oil with no problem. I would recommend these to anyone.May 2013 amendment. These aren't quite as great as I first thought. I used the spatula in a frying pan over med-high heat and it started to melt. I'm now looking for a better quality replacement. The spoons are still great and going strong. For that reason I changed from 5 stars to 4 stars.


Question: How long have they been using this product?

We have had this for the past 2 years - its been our second one by Shark and we really like the set up. (Shark/Euro-Pro has many variations on this...mosttly diffs. on power) The feature I like most is the little motorized head -- really cool (although its not used very often).So after two years, the batteries are going...meaning it lasts only 1-2 min after a recharge. No issues -- given the unit was under $40, I'd expect to get replacement batteries for ~1/3 the purchase price -- or $15 at most. Wrong!I went to the Shark web site - see below[...]and a battery, with shipping is the approx the same cost as a whole new vacuum.Too bad - I have always believed in fixing a good product, but euro-pro has yet to get the message.With that in mind, I jumped ship, and just ordered a Black & Decker CHV1510 Dustbuster 15.6-Volt Cordless Cyclonic Hand Vacuum. Folks seem to like that (although no motorized head :-(For those that don't mind a cord and it being loud, the Eureka 71B is awesome...all kinds of power.

Answer: 2 years

<hl> We have had this for the past 2 years - its been our second one by Shark and we really like the set up. <hl> (Shark/Euro-Pro has many variations on this...mosttly diffs. on power) The feature I like most is the little motorized head -- really cool (although its not used very often).So after two years, the batteries are going...meaning it lasts only 1-2 min after a recharge. No issues -- given the unit was under $40, I'd expect to get replacement batteries for ~1/3 the purchase price -- or $15 at most. Wrong!I went to the Shark web site - see below[... ]and a battery, with shipping is the approx the same cost as a whole new vacuum. Too bad - I have always believed in fixing a good product, but euro-pro has yet to get the message. With that in mind, I jumped ship, and just ordered a Black & Decker CHV1510 Dustbuster 15.6-Volt Cordless Cyclonic Hand Vacuum. Folks seem to like that (although no motorized head :-(For those that don't mind a cord and it being loud, the Eureka 71B is awesome...all kinds of power.

We have had this for the past <hl> 2 years <hl> - its been our second one by Shark and we really like the set up. (Shark/Euro-Pro has many variations on this...mosttly diffs. on power) The feature I like most is the little motorized head -- really cool (although its not used very often).So after two years, the batteries are going...meaning it lasts only 1-2 min after a recharge. No issues -- given the unit was under $40, I'd expect to get replacement batteries for ~1/3 the purchase price -- or $15 at most. Wrong!I went to the Shark web site - see below[...]and a battery, with shipping is the approx the same cost as a whole new vacuum.Too bad - I have always believed in fixing a good product, but euro-pro has yet to get the message.With that in mind, I jumped ship, and just ordered a Black & Decker CHV1510 Dustbuster 15.6-Volt Cordless Cyclonic Hand Vacuum. Folks seem to like that (although no motorized head :-(For those that don't mind a cord and it being loud, the Eureka 71B is awesome...all kinds of power.


Question: Why do the meals have to be kept level until frozen?

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: they are NOT leak-proof

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. <hl> 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. <hl> 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.

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 <hl> they are NOT leak-proof <hl> 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.


Question: Which furniture has a scratch?

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

Answer: shelves

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

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


Question: The author claims that it is not a sturdy piece of?

I had the truck return it, before it arrived. All other reviewers stated that it is flimsy and that the back of it can not be put behind a sofa, because it is not finished. Also, reviews indicate that it is not sturdy, and may have to be strapped to a wall. I decided not to receive it, since I have a cat that jumps on my furniture, and I don't want it coming down and hurting him. This is not a sturdy, piece of furniture.

Answer: furniture

I had the truck return it, before it arrived. All other reviewers stated that it is flimsy and that the back of it can not be put behind a sofa, because it is not finished. Also, reviews indicate that it is not sturdy, and may have to be strapped to a wall. <hl> I decided not to receive it, since I have a cat that jumps on my furniture , and I don't want it coming down and hurting him. <hl> This is not a sturdy, piece of furniture.

I had the truck return it, before it arrived. All other reviewers stated that it is flimsy and that the back of it can not be put behind a sofa, because it is not finished. Also, reviews indicate that it is not sturdy, and may have to be strapped to a wall. I decided not to receive it, since I have a cat that jumps on my <hl> furniture <hl>, and I don't want it coming down and hurting him. This is not a sturdy, piece of furniture.

I decided not to receive it, since I have a cat that jumps on my <hl> furniture <hl> , and I don't want it coming down and hurting him.


Question: What is the type of person is described as not like mason jars?

Mason jars are just the bomb diggity, what can I say? Who doesn't friggen love a mason jar? Psychopaths maybe? I dunno. Anyway, mason jars are legit and buying 12 at a time is a no brainer!

Answer: Psychopaths

Mason jars are just the bomb diggity, what can I say? <hl> Who doesn't friggen love a mason jar? Psychopaths maybe? <hl> I dunno. Anyway, mason jars are legit and buying 12 at a time is a no brainer!

Mason jars are just the bomb diggity, what can I say? Who doesn't friggen love a mason jar? <hl> Psychopaths <hl> maybe? I dunno. Anyway, mason jars are legit and buying 12 at a time is a no brainer!


Question: How would this buyer rate the overall look of the bag?

Perhaps I should have read more carefully, but this is definitely a SHOULDER bad. The strap is too long to carry it as you would a shopping bag. But it is a fantastic design. The stretchy pouch is terrific! If folds up quickly and easily. I would give it five stars but ... it's the shoulder strap. I feel like I'm wearing a European Man Bag when I shop. Not what I want. I'll be regretfully returning them because of the shoulder strap. For those who want/like shoulder bags ... GO FOR IT ... it's terrific in design!

Answer: fantastic design

But it is a fantastic design .

Perhaps I should have read more carefully, but this is definitely a SHOULDER bad. The strap is too long to carry it as you would a shopping bag. <hl> But it is a fantastic design . <hl> The stretchy pouch is terrific! If folds up quickly and easily. I would give it five stars but ... it's the shoulder strap. I feel like I'm wearing a European Man Bag when I shop. Not what I want. I'll be regretfully returning them because of the shoulder strap. For those who want/like shoulder bags ... GO FOR IT ... it's terrific in design!

Perhaps I should have read more carefully, but this is definitely a SHOULDER bad. The strap is too long to carry it as you would a shopping bag. But it is a <hl> fantastic design <hl>. The stretchy pouch is terrific! If folds up quickly and easily. I would give it five stars but ... it's the shoulder strap. I feel like I'm wearing a European Man Bag when I shop. Not what I want. I'll be regretfully returning them because of the shoulder strap. For those who want/like shoulder bags ... GO FOR IT ... it's terrific in design!

But it is a <hl> fantastic design <hl> .


Question: What is the brand name of the squeezer?

The squeezer looks nice and sturdy, and has a good heft, which is good since you need to put a little bit of elbow grease into it to get your juice. I juiced a few limes and a couple of lemons last night with great results. After juicing a lime, it looked still pretty pulpy, and I was concerned that the squeezer had left behind some juice, but when I squeezed it by hand, I was only able to eek out a few more drops. The Meyers lemons had unusually thick rinds, but the OXO still got plenty of juice out.Washed it up in the sink and it's all ready to go for the next cocktail party or batch of lemonade.No directions are included, but a quick search online gives you the definitive answer of which way to put your citrus in... Cut side down! Or up! ... Cut side down is what I used, which seems reasonable, since you want the juice to go down to the holes, and not squirt out the sides.Inexpensive, easy to use & clean, gets the job done.

Answer: OXO

The squeezer looks nice and sturdy, and has a good heft, which is good since you need to put a little bit of elbow grease into it to get your juice. I juiced a few limes and a couple of lemons last night with great results. After juicing a lime, it looked still pretty pulpy, and I was concerned that the squeezer had left behind some juice, but when I squeezed it by hand, I was only able to eek out a few more drops. <hl> The Meyers lemons had unusually thick rinds, but the OXO still got plenty of juice out. <hl> Washed it up in the sink and it's all ready to go for the next cocktail party or batch of lemonade. No directions are included, but a quick search online gives you the definitive answer of which way to put your citrus in... Cut side down! Or up! ... Cut side down is what I used, which seems reasonable, since you want the juice to go down to the holes, and not squirt out the sides. Inexpensive, easy to use & clean, gets the job done.

The squeezer looks nice and sturdy, and has a good heft, which is good since you need to put a little bit of elbow grease into it to get your juice. I juiced a few limes and a couple of lemons last night with great results. After juicing a lime, it looked still pretty pulpy, and I was concerned that the squeezer had left behind some juice, but when I squeezed it by hand, I was only able to eek out a few more drops. The Meyers lemons had unusually thick rinds, but the <hl> OXO <hl> still got plenty of juice out.Washed it up in the sink and it's all ready to go for the next cocktail party or batch of lemonade.No directions are included, but a quick search online gives you the definitive answer of which way to put your citrus in... Cut side down! Or up! ... Cut side down is what I used, which seems reasonable, since you want the juice to go down to the holes, and not squirt out the sides.Inexpensive, easy to use & clean, gets the job done.


Question: What seems to last forever?

I am SO completely hooked on Lock & Lock containers. Fruit and veggies seem to last forever. I have stored strawberries for weeks without them molding or going bad. Leftovers stay fresh longer. Foods don't dry out or get moldy. I find way fewer "science experiments" in the back of the refrigerator! ;o) Pasta, rice, cereals, crackers and cookies just don't get stale. The containers don't stain and stack really well in the pantry or fridge. (For best results, don't forget to press hard on the center of the lid to create some vacuum before snapping the last lock closed.)

Answer: Fruit and veggies

Fruit and veggies seem to last forever.

I am SO completely hooked on Lock & Lock containers. <hl> Fruit and veggies seem to last forever. <hl> I have stored strawberries for weeks without them molding or going bad. Leftovers stay fresh longer. Foods don't dry out or get moldy. I find way fewer "science experiments" in the back of the refrigerator! ;o) Pasta, rice, cereals, crackers and cookies just don't get stale. The containers don't stain and stack really well in the pantry or fridge. (For best results, don't forget to press hard on the center of the lid to create some vacuum before snapping the last lock closed.)

I am SO completely hooked on Lock & Lock containers. <hl> Fruit and veggies <hl> seem to last forever. I have stored strawberries for weeks without them molding or going bad. Leftovers stay fresh longer. Foods don't dry out or get moldy. I find way fewer "science experiments" in the back of the refrigerator! ;o) Pasta, rice, cereals, crackers and cookies just don't get stale. The containers don't stain and stack really well in the pantry or fridge. (For best results, don't forget to press hard on the center of the lid to create some vacuum before snapping the last lock closed.)


Question: Why should you plan your counter top space?

This baby is the bomb! I bought this for my husbands birthday and I have been celebrating ever since! This does a great job making drinks! I can't believe how well it shaves ice; it makes great icee's also! This is a big machine so plan your counter space appropriately. The pitcher it comes with is glass so we bought an extra plastic pitcher to keep the drinks flowing. This truly makes great margarita's, better than any bar we've been to so don't hesitate to pull the trigger.

Answer: a big machine

This baby is the bomb! I bought this for my husbands birthday and I have been celebrating ever since! This does a great job making drinks! I can't believe how well it shaves ice; it makes great icee's also! <hl> This is a big machine so plan your counter space appropriately. <hl> The pitcher it comes with is glass so we bought an extra plastic pitcher to keep the drinks flowing. This truly makes great margarita's, better than any bar we've been to so don't hesitate to pull the trigger.

This baby is the bomb! I bought this for my husbands birthday and I have been celebrating ever since! This does a great job making drinks! I can't believe how well it shaves ice; it makes great icee's also! This is <hl> a big machine <hl> so plan your counter space appropriately. The pitcher it comes with is glass so we bought an extra plastic pitcher to keep the drinks flowing. This truly makes great margarita's, better than any bar we've been to so don't hesitate to pull the trigger.


Question: The name of the author of the book is?

Thanks to Against all Grain cookbook by Danielle, I bought this slicer to spiral zucchini into spaghetti noodles. My favorite item to use in the kitchen. Easy cleaning. Suctions down. Great Slicer. Thanks Again.

Answer: Danielle

<hl> Thanks to Against all Grain cookbook by Danielle , I bought this slicer to spiral zucchini into spaghetti noodles. <hl> My favorite item to use in the kitchen. Easy cleaning. Suctions down. Great Slicer. Thanks Again.

Thanks to Against all Grain cookbook by <hl> Danielle <hl>, I bought this slicer to spiral zucchini into spaghetti noodles. My favorite item to use in the kitchen. Easy cleaning. Suctions down. Great Slicer. Thanks Again.

Thanks to Against all Grain cookbook by <hl> Danielle <hl> , I bought this slicer to spiral zucchini into spaghetti noodles.


Question: Is the Dyson heavy or lightweight?

I have owned many vacuums in my life and, because they were so heavy, I hated vacuuming. After throwing away like my 4th vacuum, I decided to get a Dyson. I love the Dyson; it cleans dirt deep down on the carpet and floor. The only problem I have had is hair; it tends to roll over hair instead of picking it up.I do want to add that the problems I have started after I used one of those carpet cleaners. Thus, I can't be sure if the DYSON doesn't like to pick up hair or there is something wrong because the carpet cleaner messed up some parts.Pros:LightweightCleans up the smallest particles of dust and dirtCons:Hard to get cornersLeaves hair, bobby pins, and other debris behindDo I recommend? Yes, highly. I let my neighbor use it and he went to buy one at Walmart because he loved it so much. He realized it was #400.00 and didn't buy it but he loved it just as much as I do.

Answer: Lightweight

I have owned many vacuums in my life and, because they were so heavy, I hated vacuuming. After throwing away like my 4th vacuum, I decided to get a Dyson. I love the Dyson; it cleans dirt deep down on the carpet and floor. The only problem I have had is hair; it tends to roll over hair instead of picking it up. I do want to add that the problems I have started after I used one of those carpet cleaners. Thus, I can't be sure if the DYSON doesn't like to pick up hair or there is something wrong because the carpet cleaner messed up some parts. <hl> Pros: Lightweight Cleans up the smallest particles of dust and dirtCons:Hard to get cornersLeaves hair, bobby pins, and other debris behindDo I recommend? <hl> Yes, highly. I let my neighbor use it and he went to buy one at Walmart because he loved it so much. He realized it was #400.00 and didn't buy it but he loved it just as much as I do.

I have owned many vacuums in my life and, because they were so heavy, I hated vacuuming. After throwing away like my 4th vacuum, I decided to get a Dyson. I love the Dyson; it cleans dirt deep down on the carpet and floor. The only problem I have had is hair; it tends to roll over hair instead of picking it up.I do want to add that the problems I have started after I used one of those carpet cleaners. Thus, I can't be sure if the DYSON doesn't like to pick up hair or there is something wrong because the carpet cleaner messed up some parts.Pros:<hl> Lightweight <hl>Cleans up the smallest particles of dust and dirtCons:Hard to get cornersLeaves hair, bobby pins, and other debris behindDo I recommend? Yes, highly. I let my neighbor use it and he went to buy one at Walmart because he loved it so much. He realized it was #400.00 and didn't buy it but he loved it just as much as I do.

Pros: <hl> Lightweight <hl> Cleans up the smallest particles of dust and dirtCons:Hard to get cornersLeaves hair, bobby pins, and other debris behindDo I recommend?


Question: What comes along with the bread machine?

We got two of these to hold out freshly baked bread. these are the perfect item and comes with a little cutting board.The vent is especially handy when the bread is out of the bread machine, as even after cooling on a rack, the bread keeper need to vent out the moisture and heat.The only "down" side that I noticed is that after several washings in the top rack of the diswasher, the plastic gets a "foggy" look to it, but that is not a big deal.I do wish they would come out with ones that have a color tint to the plastic.still, a very handy item to have.

Answer: little cutting board

We got two of these to hold out freshly baked bread. these are the perfect item and comes with <hl> a little cutting board .The vent is especially handy when the bread is out of the bread machine, as even after cooling on a rack, the bread keeper need to vent out the moisture and heat. <hl> The only "down" side that I noticed is that after several washings in the top rack of the diswasher, the plastic gets a "foggy" look to it, but that is not a big deal. I do wish they would come out with ones that have a color tint to the plastic.still, a very handy item to have.

We got two of these to hold out freshly baked bread. these are the perfect item and comes with a <hl> little cutting board <hl>.The vent is especially handy when the bread is out of the bread machine, as even after cooling on a rack, the bread keeper need to vent out the moisture and heat.The only "down" side that I noticed is that after several washings in the top rack of the diswasher, the plastic gets a "foggy" look to it, but that is not a big deal.I do wish they would come out with ones that have a color tint to the plastic.still, a very handy item to have.

a <hl> little cutting board <hl> .The vent is especially handy when the bread is out of the bread machine, as even after cooling on a rack, the bread keeper need to vent out the moisture and heat.


Question: What 3 types have cereal have been stored so far?

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

Answer: cherios, fruit loops and reeses puffs

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

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

I read the bad reviews and have not had one problem with cereal crunching or anything of the sort, up to now I have put in <hl> cherios, fruit loops and reeses puffs <hl> , perfect performance, no complaints at all.


Question: What part of the shower curtain is showing early wear and tear?

pretty cool looking shower curtain, its exactly what I was looking for. We've had it for a month and so far it works great, no issues.Update: Its been 4 months now and part of the shower curtain that rubs against the tub; the print is wearing off. I still like the shower curtain and will continue to use it.Update: Its been almost 7 months now and I threw this away.... its not the fault of the shower curtain, its my own. I threw it in the washer and the fish prints came off. Had I read the washing instuctions (that is NOT listed on the shower curtain!) I would have known to wipe it clean with a wash cloth.

Answer: against the tub

pretty cool looking shower curtain, its exactly what I was looking for. We've had it for a month and so far it works great, no issues. <hl> Update: Its been 4 months now and part of the shower curtain that rubs against the tub ; the print is wearing off. <hl> I still like the shower curtain and will continue to use it. Update: Its been almost 7 months now and I threw this away.... its not the fault of the shower curtain, its my own. I threw it in the washer and the fish prints came off. Had I read the washing instuctions (that is NOT listed on the shower curtain!) I would have known to wipe it clean with a wash cloth.

pretty cool looking shower curtain, its exactly what I was looking for. We've had it for a month and so far it works great, no issues.Update: Its been 4 months now and part of the shower curtain that rubs <hl> against the tub <hl>; the print is wearing off. I still like the shower curtain and will continue to use it.Update: Its been almost 7 months now and I threw this away.... its not the fault of the shower curtain, its my own. I threw it in the washer and the fish prints came off. Had I read the washing instuctions (that is NOT listed on the shower curtain!) I would have known to wipe it clean with a wash cloth.

Update: Its been 4 months now and part of the shower curtain that rubs <hl> against the tub <hl> ; the print is wearing off.


Question: How long have they been looking for a new set?

These are short and hard to knock over. My parents had knocked over and cracked their taller acrylic set. The dispensing end is on the top so no annoying crumbs on table or cabinet. My parents like the little screw on caps which I might have thrown away. Also good If you live in a humid climate where salt cakes. Great genuine ceramic grinder, easy to turn. Since my parents are older I was worried about ease of use. These are very easy to use and adjust grind coarseness. I have been looking for these after buying a similar set 10 years ago. They are thick glass so very tough and seemingly impossible to break.

Answer: 10

These are short and hard to knock over. My parents had knocked over and cracked their taller acrylic set. The dispensing end is on the top so no annoying crumbs on table or cabinet. My parents like the little screw on caps which I might have thrown away. Also good If you live in a humid climate where salt cakes. Great genuine ceramic grinder, easy to turn. Since my parents are older I was worried about ease of use. These are very easy to use and adjust grind coarseness. <hl> I have been looking for these after buying a similar set 10 years ago. <hl> They are thick glass so very tough and seemingly impossible to break.

These are short and hard to knock over. My parents had knocked over and cracked their taller acrylic set. The dispensing end is on the top so no annoying crumbs on table or cabinet. My parents like the little screw on caps which I might have thrown away. Also good If you live in a humid climate where salt cakes. Great genuine ceramic grinder, easy to turn. Since my parents are older I was worried about ease of use. These are very easy to use and adjust grind coarseness. I have been looking for these after buying a similar set <hl> 10 <hl> years ago. They are thick glass so very tough and seemingly impossible to break.


Question: Is the toaster attractive?

it looks nice on my counter but a couple of notes here: first of all the lever to make toast is a little fussy, must make sure it goes all the way to the bottom and catches. I think a little inferior workmanship. Secondly, contrary to previous poster, we need to set it at five to get toasted browned bread. The four setting he spoke of only toasts the top of the crust, not the whole slice. Havent tried it on bagels yet, so perhaps that setting will be better for thicker, ie: closer to the element cooking. But , for the money, it's an ok toaster but i suspect that it may not last forever like toasters of the past! Everything is so "throw away" anymore.

Answer: nice on my counter

<hl> it looks nice on my counter but a couple of notes here: first of all the lever to make toast is a little fussy, must make sure it goes all the way to the bottom and catches. <hl> I think a little inferior workmanship. Secondly, contrary to previous poster, we need to set it at five to get toasted browned bread. The four setting he spoke of only toasts the top of the crust, not the whole slice. Havent tried it on bagels yet, so perhaps that setting will be better for thicker, ie: closer to the element cooking. But , for the money, it's an ok toaster but i suspect that it may not last forever like toasters of the past! Everything is so "throw away" anymore.

it looks <hl> nice on my counter <hl> but a couple of notes here: first of all the lever to make toast is a little fussy, must make sure it goes all the way to the bottom and catches. I think a little inferior workmanship. Secondly, contrary to previous poster, we need to set it at five to get toasted browned bread. The four setting he spoke of only toasts the top of the crust, not the whole slice. Havent tried it on bagels yet, so perhaps that setting will be better for thicker, ie: closer to the element cooking. But , for the money, it's an ok toaster but i suspect that it may not last forever like toasters of the past! Everything is so "throw away" anymore.


Question: How does it cook the food because of it covering the food?

First it does the very basic of what it should- keep food from splattering everywhere. But what I didn't count on, which is the best bonus of all, is that because of the food being contained under the cover, it cooks the food with a little additional steam. My food has come out moist, evenly heated, and a much better texture/flavor than microwaving without it. Now I microwave everything under it, not just splatter-prone food.I took a cue from others and just store mine in the microwave so I haven't really had to deal with whether it's easy to pop or close.Very very happy about this purchase!Update: Forgot to mention that the air holes will provide opportunities for small splatters to escape. Not a whole bunch, but a tomato or potato soup might still get through the holes. Just FYI... Also, it's big enough to cover a large plate. It sits on top of the plate, but unless you have food all the way to the edge, it's fine.

Answer: additional steam

First it does the very basic of what it should- keep food from splattering everywhere. <hl> But what I didn't count on, which is the best bonus of all, is that because of the food being contained under the cover, it cooks the food with a little additional steam . <hl> My food has come out moist, evenly heated, and a much better texture/flavor than microwaving without it. Now I microwave everything under it, not just splatter-prone food. I took a cue from others and just store mine in the microwave so I haven't really had to deal with whether it's easy to pop or close. Very very happy about this purchase!Update: Forgot to mention that the air holes will provide opportunities for small splatters to escape. Not a whole bunch, but a tomato or potato soup might still get through the holes. Just FYI... Also, it's big enough to cover a large plate. It sits on top of the plate, but unless you have food all the way to the edge, it's fine.

First it does the very basic of what it should- keep food from splattering everywhere. But what I didn't count on, which is the best bonus of all, is that because of the food being contained under the cover, it cooks the food with a little <hl> additional steam <hl>. My food has come out moist, evenly heated, and a much better texture/flavor than microwaving without it. Now I microwave everything under it, not just splatter-prone food.I took a cue from others and just store mine in the microwave so I haven't really had to deal with whether it's easy to pop or close.Very very happy about this purchase!Update: Forgot to mention that the air holes will provide opportunities for small splatters to escape. Not a whole bunch, but a tomato or potato soup might still get through the holes. Just FYI... Also, it's big enough to cover a large plate. It sits on top of the plate, but unless you have food all the way to the edge, it's fine.

But what I didn't count on, which is the best bonus of all, is that because of the food being contained under the cover, it cooks the food with a little <hl> additional steam <hl> .


Question: Which attribute of this vacuum is described as being too strong?

This vacuum has got to have the strongest suction of any cleaner ever made. PLEASE keep household birds and small animals locked up when you're using it! This is a two-way sword, however, because when vacuuming HEAVY WOOL AREA RUGS it tries to suck up the rug and makes the most frightening squeal! It needs to have an "area rug" adjustment. Or, like other vacuums, several height adjustments. I am not talking about those bathroom rugs, either. Those would disappear into the chamber.With our Berber, it's glued down so it is fine on it. And it does well on bare floors, too, although large leaves don't do well. Look out for twist ties, also (hate to think the sound Those would make). I would be nervous using it on large shag rugs, too. You feel like you need a tranquilizer before you use it in case it tries to suck up your oriental rug.The wand that lifts up that you put attachments on is too stiff to come out easily like it did on our Fantom (which also had height adjustments).And I haven't figured out how to put it back in yet. I think I figured out the reason it vacuums up rugs: it doesn't have a BEATER BAR. You know those big, heavy cylinders that many uprights have? This instead has a1/4" thin plastic thing with brushes on it that spins. So there is a lot of SPACE around this beater "thingy" leaving certain items at risk of being sucked up. (like rugs) This spinning thing? I wonder how long it'll last? I wonder if they WANT it to last?To empty out the dirt, (this is when that big canister is HALF full) you struggle with it to get the bottom to open then the dirt falls down into the trash can. There is no big HANDLE that says, "PULL TO OPEN AND DUMP."Something else quite original: on other vacuums, there is a little footpedal on the base on the right hand side you push down to get going. This does not have one of those. You have to push this long, slippery bar that goes across the front of the thing to let the handle down. Odd.Bottom line: Mr Dyson is right: it doesn't lose suction. You could probably use several to pull the Space Station back to earth.

Answer: suction

<hl> This vacuum has got to have the strongest suction of any cleaner ever made. <hl> PLEASE keep household birds and small animals locked up when you're using it! This is a two-way sword, however, because when vacuuming HEAVY WOOL AREA RUGS it tries to suck up the rug and makes the most frightening squeal! It needs to have an "area rug" adjustment. Or, like other vacuums, several height adjustments. I am not talking about those bathroom rugs, either. Those would disappear into the chamber. With our Berber, it's glued down so it is fine on it. And it does well on bare floors, too, although large leaves don't do well. Look out for twist ties, also (hate to think the sound Those would make). I would be nervous using it on large shag rugs, too. You feel like you need a tranquilizer before you use it in case it tries to suck up your oriental rug. The wand that lifts up that you put attachments on is too stiff to come out easily like it did on our Fantom (which also had height adjustments).And I haven't figured out how to put it back in yet. I think I figured out the reason it vacuums up rugs: it doesn't have a BEATER BAR. You know those big, heavy cylinders that many uprights have? This instead has a1/4" thin plastic thing with brushes on it that spins. So there is a lot of SPACE around this beater "thingy" leaving certain items at risk of being sucked up. (like rugs) This spinning thing? I wonder how long it'll last? I wonder if they WANT it to last?To empty out the dirt, (this is when that big canister is HALF full) you struggle with it to get the bottom to open then the dirt falls down into the trash can. There is no big HANDLE that says, "PULL TO OPEN AND DUMP."Something else quite original: on other vacuums, there is a little footpedal on the base on the right hand side you push down to get going. This does not have one of those. You have to push this long, slippery bar that goes across the front of the thing to let the handle down. Odd. Bottom line: Mr Dyson is right: it doesn't lose suction. You could probably use several to pull the Space Station back to earth.

This vacuum has got to have the strongest <hl> suction <hl> of any cleaner ever made. PLEASE keep household birds and small animals locked up when you're using it! This is a two-way sword, however, because when vacuuming HEAVY WOOL AREA RUGS it tries to suck up the rug and makes the most frightening squeal! It needs to have an "area rug" adjustment. Or, like other vacuums, several height adjustments. I am not talking about those bathroom rugs, either. Those would disappear into the chamber.With our Berber, it's glued down so it is fine on it. And it does well on bare floors, too, although large leaves don't do well. Look out for twist ties, also (hate to think the sound Those would make). I would be nervous using it on large shag rugs, too. You feel like you need a tranquilizer before you use it in case it tries to suck up your oriental rug.The wand that lifts up that you put attachments on is too stiff to come out easily like it did on our Fantom (which also had height adjustments).And I haven't figured out how to put it back in yet. I think I figured out the reason it vacuums up rugs: it doesn't have a BEATER BAR. You know those big, heavy cylinders that many uprights have? This instead has a1/4" thin plastic thing with brushes on it that spins. So there is a lot of SPACE around this beater "thingy" leaving certain items at risk of being sucked up. (like rugs) This spinning thing? I wonder how long it'll last? I wonder if they WANT it to last?To empty out the dirt, (this is when that big canister is HALF full) you struggle with it to get the bottom to open then the dirt falls down into the trash can. There is no big HANDLE that says, "PULL TO OPEN AND DUMP."Something else quite original: on other vacuums, there is a little footpedal on the base on the right hand side you push down to get going. This does not have one of those. You have to push this long, slippery bar that goes across the front of the thing to let the handle down. Odd.Bottom line: Mr Dyson is right: it doesn't lose suction. You could probably use several to pull the Space Station back to earth.


Question: What does the unit sound like?

I bought this unit because of several reviews that said it was whisper quiet. Oh, my. The first time I turned it on I set it on low, and it was pretty loud. On medium and high it was incredibly loud. So I left it on low, running continuously in my home office, for a week, and it just kept getting louder and louder.Thinking that I had possibly received a defective unit - because it was never anywhere close to whisper quiet, even straight out of the box - I exchanged it for another of the same model.The second one was even louder. Again, I always kept it on low, never turned it on medium or high because it was just way too noisy. I decided I would just live with it. Well, I can't stand it any more. Like the first unit, this one just kept getting louder and louder with each passing day. By the end of the third week, on the low setting it sounds like a roaring freight train. On medium or high, it sounds like a jet about to take off. This one is also going back, and I will keep looking for an air purifier that is at least moderately quiet.

Answer: roaring freight train

I bought this unit because of several reviews that said it was whisper quiet. Oh, my. The first time I turned it on I set it on low, and it was pretty loud. On medium and high it was incredibly loud. So I left it on low, running continuously in my home office, for a week, and it just kept getting louder and louder. Thinking that I had possibly received a defective unit - because it was never anywhere close to whisper quiet, even straight out of the box - I exchanged it for another of the same model. The second one was even louder. Again, I always kept it on low, never turned it on medium or high because it was just way too noisy. I decided I would just live with it. Well, I can't stand it any more. Like the first unit, this one just kept getting louder and louder with each passing day. <hl> By the end of the third week, on the low setting it sounds like a roaring freight train . <hl> On medium or high, it sounds like a jet about to take off. This one is also going back, and I will keep looking for an air purifier that is at least moderately quiet.

I bought this unit because of several reviews that said it was whisper quiet. Oh, my. The first time I turned it on I set it on low, and it was pretty loud. On medium and high it was incredibly loud. So I left it on low, running continuously in my home office, for a week, and it just kept getting louder and louder.Thinking that I had possibly received a defective unit - because it was never anywhere close to whisper quiet, even straight out of the box - I exchanged it for another of the same model.The second one was even louder. Again, I always kept it on low, never turned it on medium or high because it was just way too noisy. I decided I would just live with it. Well, I can't stand it any more. Like the first unit, this one just kept getting louder and louder with each passing day. By the end of the third week, on the low setting it sounds like a <hl> roaring freight train <hl>. On medium or high, it sounds like a jet about to take off. This one is also going back, and I will keep looking for an air purifier that is at least moderately quiet.

By the end of the third week, on the low setting it sounds like a <hl> roaring freight train <hl> .


Question: What base color were the the stripes over?

Who would ever think that two little tiny stripes of color would make a white towel look so darn elegant? Not me. This touch makes these towels something special.The towels are larger than a standard bath towel, somewhere between the standard size and a bath sheet. I'm a big guy and this is just about the perfect size. The towels arrived with a lot of sizing on them and really need to be washed a couple of times before they are super soft and absorbent. One side is nubby less and absorbent. The other side is super absorbent, smoother, and feels a bit like a microfiber towel (it isn't really that fine, just close to that feeling).These are just so darn nice.

Answer: white

<hl> Who would ever think that two little tiny stripes of color would make a white towel look so darn elegant? <hl> Not me. This touch makes these towels something special. The towels are larger than a standard bath towel, somewhere between the standard size and a bath sheet. I'm a big guy and this is just about the perfect size. The towels arrived with a lot of sizing on them and really need to be washed a couple of times before they are super soft and absorbent. One side is nubby less and absorbent. The other side is super absorbent, smoother, and feels a bit like a microfiber towel (it isn't really that fine, just close to that feeling).These are just so darn nice.

Who would ever think that two little tiny stripes of color would make a <hl> white <hl> towel look so darn elegant? Not me. This touch makes these towels something special.The towels are larger than a standard bath towel, somewhere between the standard size and a bath sheet. I'm a big guy and this is just about the perfect size. The towels arrived with a lot of sizing on them and really need to be washed a couple of times before they are super soft and absorbent. One side is nubby less and absorbent. The other side is super absorbent, smoother, and feels a bit like a microfiber towel (it isn't really that fine, just close to that feeling).These are just so darn nice.


Question: How does the lid fit?

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

Answer: snug

The lid is snug .

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

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


Question: What would the reviewer never try to do with the immersion blender?

I was given this hand blender as a gift... It's very handy in general to have an immersion blender to make pureed soups right from the pot vs transferring the blender. I used mine for several years 4/5+ and it just didn't hold up. The plastic part will melt if you have a very hot soup and a pot with the bottom still hot. Also, the whisk attachment is not very strong. It can whip together a light batter AFTER it's been all mixed and incorporated, but it certainly cannot cream butter and sugar, and I wouldn't dream of trying to whip cream with it. I just used it again the other day, and a little piece of the plastic (which was already deformed from a past melting) broke off into my soup. Soo, now I am off to find another immersion blender. One that lasts. Get this if you only need very light use. I used it in college as it had different attachments and I didn't have a hand mixer. It's a very very basic entry level immersion blender, but if you actually want to puree some veggies into a nice soup, I'd look elsewhere, because it just WON'T last.

Answer: whip cream

I was given this hand blender as a gift... It's very handy in general to have an immersion blender to make pureed soups right from the pot vs transferring the blender. I used mine for several years 4/5+ and it just didn't hold up. The plastic part will melt if you have a very hot soup and a pot with the bottom still hot. Also, the whisk attachment is not very strong. <hl> It can whip together a light batter AFTER it's been all mixed and incorporated, but it certainly cannot cream butter and sugar, and I wouldn't dream of trying to whip cream with it. <hl> I just used it again the other day, and a little piece of the plastic (which was already deformed from a past melting) broke off into my soup. Soo, now I am off to find another immersion blender. One that lasts. Get this if you only need very light use. I used it in college as it had different attachments and I didn't have a hand mixer. It's a very very basic entry level immersion blender, but if you actually want to puree some veggies into a nice soup, I'd look elsewhere, because it just WON'T last.

I was given this hand blender as a gift... It's very handy in general to have an immersion blender to make pureed soups right from the pot vs transferring the blender. I used mine for several years 4/5+ and it just didn't hold up. The plastic part will melt if you have a very hot soup and a pot with the bottom still hot. Also, the whisk attachment is not very strong. It can whip together a light batter AFTER it's been all mixed and incorporated, but it certainly cannot cream butter and sugar, and I wouldn't dream of trying to <hl> whip cream <hl> with it. I just used it again the other day, and a little piece of the plastic (which was already deformed from a past melting) broke off into my soup. Soo, now I am off to find another immersion blender. One that lasts. Get this if you only need very light use. I used it in college as it had different attachments and I didn't have a hand mixer. It's a very very basic entry level immersion blender, but if you actually want to puree some veggies into a nice soup, I'd look elsewhere, because it just WON'T last.


Question: How has the Table Mate changed their dinner time?

My family loves to take our dinner in the living room and watch a good movie together, but we have had problems and the Table Mate has helped to sovle them. I don't know about you but I have had my battles with my legs having no room while using TV tables and bending half-way over to reach my plate on my coffee table while sitting in a very uncomfortable position.We needed a solution and this product gave us that; I think the concept of Table Mate is great. Yes, perhaps the construction doesn't match the price which I do feel is a little steep, but the table gives you room, comfort and ease which is a real plus. I feel the product does what it says it will and does it well and certainly has made our TV room dinner/movie time a much more pleasant experience.

Answer: much more pleasant experience

My family loves to take our dinner in the living room and watch a good movie together, but we have had problems and the Table Mate has helped to sovle them. I don't know about you but I have had my battles with my legs having no room while using TV tables and bending half-way over to reach my plate on my coffee table while sitting in a very uncomfortable position. We needed a solution and this product gave us that; I think the concept of Table Mate is great. Yes, perhaps the construction doesn't match the price which I do feel is a little steep, but the table gives you room, comfort and ease which is a real plus. <hl> I feel the product does what it says it will and does it well and certainly has made our TV room dinner/movie time a much more pleasant experience . <hl>

My family loves to take our dinner in the living room and watch a good movie together, but we have had problems and the Table Mate has helped to sovle them. I don't know about you but I have had my battles with my legs having no room while using TV tables and bending half-way over to reach my plate on my coffee table while sitting in a very uncomfortable position.We needed a solution and this product gave us that; I think the concept of Table Mate is great. Yes, perhaps the construction doesn't match the price which I do feel is a little steep, but the table gives you room, comfort and ease which is a real plus. I feel the product does what it says it will and does it well and certainly has made our TV room dinner/movie time a <hl> much more pleasant experience <hl>.

I feel the product does what it says it will and does it well and certainly has made our TV room dinner/movie time a <hl> much more pleasant experience <hl> .


Question: what kind of shipping did they choose?

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

Answer: free shipping

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

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

I just ordered this with a cover two or three days ago and was not expecting them to arrive so quickly since I picked <hl> free shipping <hl> .I was pretty sure that king sized blankets/quilts/comforters would have significant overhang when used on a queen sized mattress and sitting under the duvet right now, I'm kind of disappointed.