Question: What has a programmable setting

There's a lot of of online comparisons between these two blenders. Both are great. But here are my comments to add more confusion to the mix. Blendtec Pros- Smaller footprint, less counter space, programmed settings, so you don't have to stand there and crank up the speed, you can do other things, if not done hit it again, Doesn't walk around on the counter much ( The VM with the programmed settings which I tried, was horrible about this) Cons- The small jar is definitely not 64oz of usable liquid, you occasionally do need a tamper or something to get stuff dislodged( although it doesn't have one), the lid is harder to clean, and seems to make a bigger mess taking it off the containerVitamix 5000( similiar to the 5200) Pros- Has the tamper for when food gets stuck, large jar, easy to use lid. Cons- Base is very big. Have to use the knobs to change speeds manually. As noted I tried the model with preprogrammed settings for a week (from Sonoma Williams), but it walked all over the counter.Overall these are both good. I have a few things that will gum up the Vitamix, and turns out they also gum up the Blendtec. Both have a 7 year Warranty now. Costco online is running a special this week for the Blendtec at $369 with both jars, and a 8 year warranty. I mainly use my Blentec now but haven't sold the Vitamix yet. Just in case..

Answer: Blendtec Pros

There's a lot of of online comparisons between these two blenders. Both are great. But here are my comments to add more confusion to the mix. <hl> Blendtec Pros - Smaller footprint, less counter space, programmed settings, so you don't have to stand there and crank up the speed, you can do other things, if not done hit it again, Doesn't walk around on the counter much ( The VM with the programmed settings which I tried, was horrible about this) <hl> Cons- The small jar is definitely not 64oz of usable liquid, you occasionally do need a tamper or something to get stuff dislodged( although it doesn't have one), the lid is harder to clean, and seems to make a bigger mess taking it off the containerVitamix 5000( similiar to the 5200) Pros- Has the tamper for when food gets stuck, large jar, easy to use lid. Cons- Base is very big. Have to use the knobs to change speeds manually. As noted I tried the model with preprogrammed settings for a week (from Sonoma Williams), but it walked all over the counter. Overall these are both good. I have a few things that will gum up the Vitamix, and turns out they also gum up the Blendtec. Both have a 7 year Warranty now. Costco online is running a special this week for the Blendtec at $369 with both jars, and a 8 year warranty. I mainly use my Blentec now but haven't sold the Vitamix yet. Just in case..

There's a lot of of online comparisons between these two blenders. Both are great. But here are my comments to add more confusion to the mix. <hl> Blendtec Pros <hl>- Smaller footprint, less counter space, programmed settings, so you don't have to stand there and crank up the speed, you can do other things, if not done hit it again, Doesn't walk around on the counter much ( The VM with the programmed settings which I tried, was horrible about this) Cons- The small jar is definitely not 64oz of usable liquid, you occasionally do need a tamper or something to get stuff dislodged( although it doesn't have one), the lid is harder to clean, and seems to make a bigger mess taking it off the containerVitamix 5000( similiar to the 5200) Pros- Has the tamper for when food gets stuck, large jar, easy to use lid. Cons- Base is very big. Have to use the knobs to change speeds manually. As noted I tried the model with preprogrammed settings for a week (from Sonoma Williams), but it walked all over the counter.Overall these are both good. I have a few things that will gum up the Vitamix, and turns out they also gum up the Blendtec. Both have a 7 year Warranty now. Costco online is running a special this week for the Blendtec at $369 with both jars, and a 8 year warranty. I mainly use my Blentec now but haven't sold the Vitamix yet. Just in case..

<hl> Blendtec Pros <hl> - Smaller footprint, less counter space, programmed settings, so you don't have to stand there and crank up the speed, you can do other things, if not done hit it again, Doesn't walk around on the counter much ( The VM with the programmed settings which I tried, was horrible about this)


Question: What might be the function of the fabric softener sheet?

owning a bar means i have likely the worst schedule for sleeping possible. consequently i smoke before going to bed so i can sleep. my wife hates the smell of smoke almost as much as i do but as its a necessary "evil" such is life. it isn't an issue when its warm but during the winter months here in colorado we often get so cold that the windows freeze shut. no more going outside to smoke this really does what its advertized to do. no noticeable odor and it just keeps on working. noted the tip from another reviewer who made mention of placing a fabric softner sheet over the mouth end, actually a half sheet will do just fine. in doing so you greatly increase how long the smoke buddy will last as the sheet catches a lot of heavier tars exhaled instead allowing them to muck up the insides ending its usefullness sooner rather than later, and it doesn't impede airflow one bit.

Answer: the sheet catches a lot of heavier tars exhaled

owning a bar means i have likely the worst schedule for sleeping possible. consequently i smoke before going to bed so i can sleep. my wife hates the smell of smoke almost as much as i do but as its a necessary "evil" such is life. it isn't an issue when its warm but during the winter months here in colorado we often get so cold that the windows freeze shut. no more going outside to smoke this really does what its advertized to do. no noticeable odor and it just keeps on working. noted the tip from another reviewer who made mention of placing a fabric softner sheet over the mouth end, actually a half sheet will do just fine. <hl> in doing so you greatly increase how long the smoke buddy will last as the sheet catches a lot of heavier tars exhaled instead allowing them to muck up the insides ending its usefullness sooner rather than later, and it doesn't impede airflow one bit. <hl>

owning a bar means i have likely the worst schedule for sleeping possible. consequently i smoke before going to bed so i can sleep. my wife hates the smell of smoke almost as much as i do but as its a necessary "evil" such is life. it isn't an issue when its warm but during the winter months here in colorado we often get so cold that the windows freeze shut. no more going outside to smoke this really does what its advertized to do. no noticeable odor and it just keeps on working. noted the tip from another reviewer who made mention of placing a fabric softner sheet over the mouth end, actually a half sheet will do just fine. in doing so you greatly increase how long the smoke buddy will last as <hl> the sheet catches a lot of heavier tars exhaled <hl> instead allowing them to muck up the insides ending its usefullness sooner rather than later, and it doesn't impede airflow one bit.


Question: What did I worry about napkins before using the new napkin holder?

I was tired of the problems with vertical napkin holders. I looked at all the holders that were of this design and liked the looks AND size of this one the best.I will never worry about napkins blowing away again. Designed in the U.S. but manufactured in China.I recommend placing the napkins with the folded part toward the post as well as trying to grab the entire napkin and not just a layer when you pull it out.

Answer: napkins blowing away

I was tired of the problems with vertical napkin holders. I looked at all the holders that were of this design and liked the looks AND size of this one the best. <hl> I will never worry about napkins blowing away again. <hl> Designed in the U.S. but manufactured in China. I recommend placing the napkins with the folded part toward the post as well as trying to grab the entire napkin and not just a layer when you pull it out.

I was tired of the problems with vertical napkin holders. I looked at all the holders that were of this design and liked the looks AND size of this one the best.I will never worry about <hl> napkins blowing away <hl> again. Designed in the U.S. but manufactured in China.I recommend placing the napkins with the folded part toward the post as well as trying to grab the entire napkin and not just a layer when you pull it out.


Question: What is our relationship when he gived me the gift?

I received this as a gift from my husband when we were dating due to an inside joke. It isn't the most practical obviously, but it does make nice little ships and icebergs that are easy to remove. I actually bought a second one several months later.

Answer: dating

<hl> I received this as a gift from my husband when we were dating due to an inside joke. <hl> It isn't the most practical obviously, but it does make nice little ships and icebergs that are easy to remove. I actually bought a second one several months later.

I received this as a gift from my husband when we were <hl> dating <hl> due to an inside joke. It isn't the most practical obviously, but it does make nice little ships and icebergs that are easy to remove. I actually bought a second one several months later.


Question: What are hard to read on the spoons?

My grandkids love to help in the kitchen so I thought this would be a good set to use for their hands. The mixing bowl is decent quality, as is the wisk. The spatula is a little stiff and the labels for the measurements on the measuring spoons and cup are hard to read. However, the spoons are useable. The cup is all in ml/cc's! How does that help in the typical American kitchen? The cookie cutters are dull and aren't straight up and down, are sloped inward as you cut, not sure why. There are a dozen of them, mostly identifiable.We'll continue to use most of the stuff, but the rest are bathtub toys.

Answer: measurements

My grandkids love to help in the kitchen so I thought this would be a good set to use for their hands. The mixing bowl is decent quality, as is the wisk. <hl> The spatula is a little stiff and the labels for the measurements on the measuring spoons and cup are hard to read. <hl> However, the spoons are useable. The cup is all in ml/cc's! How does that help in the typical American kitchen? The cookie cutters are dull and aren't straight up and down, are sloped inward as you cut, not sure why. There are a dozen of them, mostly identifiable. We'll continue to use most of the stuff, but the rest are bathtub toys.

My grandkids love to help in the kitchen so I thought this would be a good set to use for their hands. The mixing bowl is decent quality, as is the wisk. The spatula is a little stiff and the labels for the <hl> measurements <hl> on the measuring spoons and cup are hard to read. However, the spoons are useable. The cup is all in ml/cc's! How does that help in the typical American kitchen? The cookie cutters are dull and aren't straight up and down, are sloped inward as you cut, not sure why. There are a dozen of them, mostly identifiable.We'll continue to use most of the stuff, but the rest are bathtub toys.


Question: What took awhile to get used to?

I've had the opportunity to review a number of memory foam mattresses. This one is neither the best nor the worst.I like that the bed is firm, but not too firm, as with any other memory foam. This model forms to the contour of my body great and is easy to get comfortable in. My sleep quality has improved, I wake up less at night and I never wake up feeling sore.On the other hand it is one of the mattresses that gets hot at night. Prior to this model I had a mattress that focused on staying cool at night. When moving the mattress around it's awkward and heavy, so if you plan on moving soon or you like to rearrange furniture often, keep that in mind; this also pertains to the packaging - it's too large for your standard car. The edges of the mattrees are hard and a pain to sit on. The smell took a while to get used to, also.Because of the heat the bed puts off overnight causing me to wake up sweating, I had to give this 3 stars. I absolutely HATE waking up sweating and this was the deal breaker for me. I had to revert back to my old mattress and put this one back in storage.

Answer: The smell

I've had the opportunity to review a number of memory foam mattresses. This one is neither the best nor the worst. I like that the bed is firm, but not too firm, as with any other memory foam. This model forms to the contour of my body great and is easy to get comfortable in. My sleep quality has improved, I wake up less at night and I never wake up feeling sore. On the other hand it is one of the mattresses that gets hot at night. Prior to this model I had a mattress that focused on staying cool at night. When moving the mattress around it's awkward and heavy, so if you plan on moving soon or you like to rearrange furniture often, keep that in mind; this also pertains to the packaging - it's too large for your standard car. The edges of the mattrees are hard and a pain to sit on. <hl> The smell took a while to get used to, also. <hl> Because of the heat the bed puts off overnight causing me to wake up sweating, I had to give this 3 stars. I absolutely HATE waking up sweating and this was the deal breaker for me. I had to revert back to my old mattress and put this one back in storage.

I've had the opportunity to review a number of memory foam mattresses. This one is neither the best nor the worst.I like that the bed is firm, but not too firm, as with any other memory foam. This model forms to the contour of my body great and is easy to get comfortable in. My sleep quality has improved, I wake up less at night and I never wake up feeling sore.On the other hand it is one of the mattresses that gets hot at night. Prior to this model I had a mattress that focused on staying cool at night. When moving the mattress around it's awkward and heavy, so if you plan on moving soon or you like to rearrange furniture often, keep that in mind; this also pertains to the packaging - it's too large for your standard car. The edges of the mattrees are hard and a pain to sit on. <hl> The smell <hl> took a while to get used to, also.Because of the heat the bed puts off overnight causing me to wake up sweating, I had to give this 3 stars. I absolutely HATE waking up sweating and this was the deal breaker for me. I had to revert back to my old mattress and put this one back in storage.


Question: How does the reviewer like the rice cooker?

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: very satisfied

<hl> I have only had this rice cooker for a short time, but have been very satisfied with it's performance. <hl> 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.

I have only had this rice cooker for a short time, but have been <hl> very satisfied <hl> 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.


Question: What didn't they like about the silicone oven mitts?

I bought a pair of these silicone oven mitts to replace an old, warn out pair of fabric ones. These mitts are okay. They are very good for being "grippy" of hot cookie sheets. The only negatives for me are that the thumbs sometimes get into the food on the cookie tray when I take stuff out of the oven. The thumbs are a little stiffer than I am used to with the old fabric ones, and they stick out a little more. The mitts are kind of expensive too. I haven't tried to clean them yet, so I'm not sure how they stack up there.Definitely good and "grippy", if that is what you are looking for.

Answer: the thumbs sometimes get into the food on the cookie tray when I take stuff out of the oven

I bought a pair of these silicone oven mitts to replace an old, warn out pair of fabric ones. These mitts are okay. They are very good for being "grippy" of hot cookie sheets. <hl> The only negatives for me are that the thumbs sometimes get into the food on the cookie tray when I take stuff out of the oven . <hl> The thumbs are a little stiffer than I am used to with the old fabric ones, and they stick out a little more. The mitts are kind of expensive too. I haven't tried to clean them yet, so I'm not sure how they stack up there. Definitely good and "grippy", if that is what you are looking for.

I bought a pair of these silicone oven mitts to replace an old, warn out pair of fabric ones. These mitts are okay. They are very good for being "grippy" of hot cookie sheets. The only negatives for me are that <hl> the thumbs sometimes get into the food on the cookie tray when I take stuff out of the oven <hl>. The thumbs are a little stiffer than I am used to with the old fabric ones, and they stick out a little more. The mitts are kind of expensive too. I haven't tried to clean them yet, so I'm not sure how they stack up there.Definitely good and "grippy", if that is what you are looking for.

The only negatives for me are that <hl> the thumbs sometimes get into the food on the cookie tray when I take stuff out of the oven <hl> .


Question: What cookware am I talking about?

I just can’t say enough about this cookware, it’s so well made and versatile. It’s labeled and being sold as a “slow cooker,” but if you only think of it as a slow cooker you’re missing the big picture. It’s just so useful to have cookware that can be used in the oven, on the stove, or as a basic slow cooker as well. A dutch oven can do most of that, but those are so heavy before you add food that I have avoided getting one. I like to make a beef stew but with all the vegetables I use it can come out a bit watery, even without adding water. The tight seal on this really kept the steam and water in as well, but now I’m able to finish it off in the oven without any messy transfer. It cleans up easily in the sink.You don’t need to hesitate with this one, just buy it. It’s so useful and well made I can’t believe you’d ever regret it.

Answer: a slow cooker

I just can’t say enough about this cookware, it’s so well made and versatile. <hl> It’s labeled and being sold as a “slow cooker,” but if you only think of it as a slow cooker you’re missing the big picture. <hl> It’s just so useful to have cookware that can be used in the oven, on the stove, or as a basic slow cooker as well. A dutch oven can do most of that, but those are so heavy before you add food that I have avoided getting one. I like to make a beef stew but with all the vegetables I use it can come out a bit watery, even without adding water. The tight seal on this really kept the steam and water in as well, but now I’m able to finish it off in the oven without any messy transfer. It cleans up easily in the sink. You don’t need to hesitate with this one, just buy it. It’s so useful and well made I can’t believe you’d ever regret it.

I just can’t say enough about this cookware, it’s so well made and versatile. It’s labeled and being sold as a “slow cooker,” but if you only think of it as <hl> a slow cooker <hl> you’re missing the big picture. It’s just so useful to have cookware that can be used in the oven, on the stove, or as a basic slow cooker as well. A dutch oven can do most of that, but those are so heavy before you add food that I have avoided getting one. I like to make a beef stew but with all the vegetables I use it can come out a bit watery, even without adding water. The tight seal on this really kept the steam and water in as well, but now I’m able to finish it off in the oven without any messy transfer. It cleans up easily in the sink.You don’t need to hesitate with this one, just buy it. It’s so useful and well made I can’t believe you’d ever regret it.


Question: What position does the author sleep in?

Only had them for a couple days so far but I am very picky when it comes to pillows - I tend to roll around a lot and sleep on side/back/stomach whatever I feel like at the moment. So I tend to have trouble finding pillows that work no matter which way I lay. These are really great though. They are super plushy but still have a great amount of support. And like down pillows, you can kind of mush them into whatever shape you want for support/comfort. 4 of these for the price is just a great deal.

Answer: sleep on side/back/stomach

Only had them for a couple days so far <hl> but I am very picky when it comes to pillows - I tend to roll around a lot and sleep on side/back/stomach whatever I feel like at the moment. <hl> So I tend to have trouble finding pillows that work no matter which way I lay. These are really great though. They are super plushy but still have a great amount of support. And like down pillows, you can kind of mush them into whatever shape you want for support/comfort. 4 of these for the price is just a great deal.

Only had them for a couple days so far but I am very picky when it comes to pillows - I tend to roll around a lot and <hl> sleep on side/back/stomach <hl> whatever I feel like at the moment. So I tend to have trouble finding pillows that work no matter which way I lay. These are really great though. They are super plushy but still have a great amount of support. And like down pillows, you can kind of mush them into whatever shape you want for support/comfort. 4 of these for the price is just a great deal.


Question: where in the dishwasher does the user recommend placing the glasses?

I have gotten tremendous use out these cappuccino glasses. They are the perfect size for cappuccino, espresso or even a small glass of coffee or tea. The steal handles come off and go back on nicely and the glass is high-quality and very durable (never any chips or cracks and I use these all the time). These are dishwasher safe, however I recommend putting them in the bottom rack and using a little bit of JetDry with your cycle just to make sure they get fully cleaned and sparkle. Besides hot beverages, I have found other uses for these cups. I also use them to crack eggs in; they're perfect for holding at least 2 eggs because they are see-through and because of the slightly oversized top of the glasses which include an elongated lip. I have also used these glasses to serve mini parfaits in. I'm also very pleased with this set because it's at offered at a great value.

Answer: bottom rack

I have gotten tremendous use out these cappuccino glasses. They are the perfect size for cappuccino, espresso or even a small glass of coffee or tea. The steal handles come off and go back on nicely and the glass is high-quality and very durable (never any chips or cracks and I use these all the time). <hl> These are dishwasher safe, however I recommend putting them in the bottom rack and using a little bit of JetDry with your cycle just to make sure they get fully cleaned and sparkle. <hl> Besides hot beverages, I have found other uses for these cups. I also use them to crack eggs in; they're perfect for holding at least 2 eggs because they are see-through and because of the slightly oversized top of the glasses which include an elongated lip. I have also used these glasses to serve mini parfaits in. I'm also very pleased with this set because it's at offered at a great value.

I have gotten tremendous use out these cappuccino glasses. They are the perfect size for cappuccino, espresso or even a small glass of coffee or tea. The steal handles come off and go back on nicely and the glass is high-quality and very durable (never any chips or cracks and I use these all the time). These are dishwasher safe, however I recommend putting them in the <hl> bottom rack <hl> and using a little bit of JetDry with your cycle just to make sure they get fully cleaned and sparkle. Besides hot beverages, I have found other uses for these cups. I also use them to crack eggs in; they're perfect for holding at least 2 eggs because they are see-through and because of the slightly oversized top of the glasses which include an elongated lip. I have also used these glasses to serve mini parfaits in. I'm also very pleased with this set because it's at offered at a great value.


Question: What part of the fryer is the hardest to clean?

I am a huge Chicken Wing fan. I make them at least once a week. This fryer is great. I have been using this model for years and always buy 2 when I order them. I fry wings, mozzarella sticks, fish, hushpuppies, etc... Easy to clean the fryer itself. The basket, not so much. I throw out the basket as soon as I open the box and fry food directly in the fryer without the basket. Works great. Just get yourself some tongs for getting the food out of the fryer and your set.GREAT PRODUCT!!!!!!Rich,Lincoln, NE

Answer: throw out the basket

I am a huge Chicken Wing fan. I make them at least once a week. This fryer is great. I have been using this model for years and always buy 2 when I order them. I fry wings, mozzarella sticks, fish, hushpuppies, etc... Easy to clean the fryer itself. The basket, not so much. <hl> I throw out the basket as soon as I open the box and fry food directly in the fryer without the basket. <hl> Works great. Just get yourself some tongs for getting the food out of the fryer and your set. GREAT PRODUCT!!!!!!Rich,Lincoln, NE

I am a huge Chicken Wing fan. I make them at least once a week. This fryer is great. I have been using this model for years and always buy 2 when I order them. I fry wings, mozzarella sticks, fish, hushpuppies, etc... Easy to clean the fryer itself. The basket, not so much. I <hl> throw out the basket <hl> as soon as I open the box and fry food directly in the fryer without the basket. Works great. Just get yourself some tongs for getting the food out of the fryer and your set.GREAT PRODUCT!!!!!!Rich,Lincoln, NE


Question: What was missing in one of the two storage towers?

I bought two of these for use in a couple of library buildings to hold plastic grocery bags for people to take and carry their items in. I was very impressed with the ingenuity that went into these storage towers. They assemble VERY easily, they are sturdy, and they hold quite a bit of stuff in a very small footprint. I think these would be useful for all sorts of things - toys, pantry items, garage storage, etc. The only bad thing I can think to say is that one of the two units I ordered was missing the foot pedal. One call to Richell and they had one shipped out to me. Highly recommended!

Answer: foot pedal

I bought two of these for use in a couple of library buildings to hold plastic grocery bags for people to take and carry their items in. I was very impressed with the ingenuity that went into these storage towers. They assemble VERY easily, they are sturdy, and they hold quite a bit of stuff in a very small footprint. I think these would be useful for all sorts of things - toys, pantry items, garage storage, etc. <hl> The only bad thing I can think to say is that one of the two units I ordered was missing the foot pedal . <hl> One call to Richell and they had one shipped out to me. Highly recommended!

I bought two of these for use in a couple of library buildings to hold plastic grocery bags for people to take and carry their items in. I was very impressed with the ingenuity that went into these storage towers. They assemble VERY easily, they are sturdy, and they hold quite a bit of stuff in a very small footprint. I think these would be useful for all sorts of things - toys, pantry items, garage storage, etc. The only bad thing I can think to say is that one of the two units I ordered was missing the <hl> foot pedal <hl>. One call to Richell and they had one shipped out to me. Highly recommended!

The only bad thing I can think to say is that one of the two units I ordered was missing the <hl> foot pedal <hl> .


Question: What do you need to use to make this filter last 5 years?

This is a no frills HEPA air filter in terms of its aesthetic: it's an efficiently designed rectangle, and though it's not snazzy on the outside, it's not offensive or obtrusive either.It sits in my home office, and does its thing quite well: cleansing the air, and overall improving the living conditions in a space in which I spend entirely too much time.I ordered this unit because I had begun to develop dust allergies in my mid-thirties and was having trouble focusing and getting work done. I noticed an improvement in the way I was feeling shortly after the unit was put into operation.The unit, though not cheap, is a particularly reliable model and is extremely cost-effective to operate over time. As any one who has done the research can tell you, the true expense with HEPA filters is not necessarily the up-front purchase cost, but the cost of replacement filters over the course of the years. Austin's design is one they stand behind with a 5 year warranty, and a filter rated at needing replacement once every 5 years... yes, you read that right. All you need do in order to achieve this longevity is to vacuum the pre-filter every few months. This is accomplished by running a bristled vacuum wand over the outer surface grating. It's simple. It really is: set a reminder in your calendar to run the vacuum over it and you're safe.The unit doesn't take up a lot of room, though it does produce a fair bit of sound in 2 of its 3 settings. The base setting is actually pretty quiet, but the middle and upper settings are noisy - the trade off is that at these settings it moves A LOT of air, which is what you want if you're trying to quick cleanse a room. To give you an idea of what I'm trying to say, while you likely wouldn't have a hard time sleeping with setting 1, you might with setting 2, and you DEFINITELY would with setting 3. Of course, everyone's mileage varies and I'm using words to describe an audible volume, which is not the same as hearing it yourself. As I said earlier: it's in my office, not my bedroom, so I COULD NOT BE HAPPIER with its performance.If you're looking for a bedroom model, you might look into an Alen A350 HEPA Air Purifier (wall mountable and quieter.)

Answer: bristled vacuum wand

This is a no frills HEPA air filter in terms of its aesthetic: it's an efficiently designed rectangle, and though it's not snazzy on the outside, it's not offensive or obtrusive either. It sits in my home office, and does its thing quite well: cleansing the air, and overall improving the living conditions in a space in which I spend entirely too much time. I ordered this unit because I had begun to develop dust allergies in my mid-thirties and was having trouble focusing and getting work done. I noticed an improvement in the way I was feeling shortly after the unit was put into operation. The unit, though not cheap, is a particularly reliable model and is extremely cost-effective to operate over time. As any one who has done the research can tell you, the true expense with HEPA filters is not necessarily the up-front purchase cost, but the cost of replacement filters over the course of the years. Austin's design is one they stand behind with a 5 year warranty, and a filter rated at needing replacement once every 5 years... yes, you read that right. All you need do in order to achieve this longevity is to vacuum the pre-filter every few months. <hl> This is accomplished by running a bristled vacuum wand over the outer surface grating. <hl> It's simple. It really is: set a reminder in your calendar to run the vacuum over it and you're safe. The unit doesn't take up a lot of room, though it does produce a fair bit of sound in 2 of its 3 settings. The base setting is actually pretty quiet, but the middle and upper settings are noisy - the trade off is that at these settings it moves A LOT of air, which is what you want if you're trying to quick cleanse a room. To give you an idea of what I'm trying to say, while you likely wouldn't have a hard time sleeping with setting 1, you might with setting 2, and you DEFINITELY would with setting 3. Of course, everyone's mileage varies and I'm using words to describe an audible volume, which is not the same as hearing it yourself. As I said earlier: it's in my office, not my bedroom, so I COULD NOT BE HAPPIER with its performance. If you're looking for a bedroom model, you might look into an Alen A350 HEPA Air Purifier (wall mountable and quieter.)

This is a no frills HEPA air filter in terms of its aesthetic: it's an efficiently designed rectangle, and though it's not snazzy on the outside, it's not offensive or obtrusive either.It sits in my home office, and does its thing quite well: cleansing the air, and overall improving the living conditions in a space in which I spend entirely too much time.I ordered this unit because I had begun to develop dust allergies in my mid-thirties and was having trouble focusing and getting work done. I noticed an improvement in the way I was feeling shortly after the unit was put into operation.The unit, though not cheap, is a particularly reliable model and is extremely cost-effective to operate over time. As any one who has done the research can tell you, the true expense with HEPA filters is not necessarily the up-front purchase cost, but the cost of replacement filters over the course of the years. Austin's design is one they stand behind with a 5 year warranty, and a filter rated at needing replacement once every 5 years... yes, you read that right. All you need do in order to achieve this longevity is to vacuum the pre-filter every few months. This is accomplished by running a <hl> bristled vacuum wand <hl> over the outer surface grating. It's simple. It really is: set a reminder in your calendar to run the vacuum over it and you're safe.The unit doesn't take up a lot of room, though it does produce a fair bit of sound in 2 of its 3 settings. The base setting is actually pretty quiet, but the middle and upper settings are noisy - the trade off is that at these settings it moves A LOT of air, which is what you want if you're trying to quick cleanse a room. To give you an idea of what I'm trying to say, while you likely wouldn't have a hard time sleeping with setting 1, you might with setting 2, and you DEFINITELY would with setting 3. Of course, everyone's mileage varies and I'm using words to describe an audible volume, which is not the same as hearing it yourself. As I said earlier: it's in my office, not my bedroom, so I COULD NOT BE HAPPIER with its performance.If you're looking for a bedroom model, you might look into an Alen A350 HEPA Air Purifier (wall mountable and quieter.)


Question: What is the reviewer advising to be very careful with?

These are great stands for the low price I paid. The price beat the large stores by $14. Two things you may need to know, first be very careful not to cross thread riser into base, I found it easier to thread the pipe from the bottom of the base to clean up threads and then put it together correctly from the top side. The other thing was the mount is setup for speakers with a pre-threaded insert or wood housed or plastic housed speakers that you can drill holes into and screw the base of the stand into. Another option which I used is double sided tape included, I had plastic housed speakers I did not want to drill into, so I used the included double sided tape. Fot extra security I put a screw in the wall hanging hole in my speaker housing and secured it to the back support brack with a flat washer and nut. These stands look stylish and fit perfectly with the styling of my livingroom.

Answer: not to cross thread riser into base

These are great stands for the low price I paid. The price beat the large stores by $14. <hl> Two things you may need to know, first be very careful not to cross thread riser into base , I found it easier to thread the pipe from the bottom of the base to clean up threads and then put it together correctly from the top side. <hl> The other thing was the mount is setup for speakers with a pre-threaded insert or wood housed or plastic housed speakers that you can drill holes into and screw the base of the stand into. Another option which I used is double sided tape included, I had plastic housed speakers I did not want to drill into, so I used the included double sided tape. Fot extra security I put a screw in the wall hanging hole in my speaker housing and secured it to the back support brack with a flat washer and nut. These stands look stylish and fit perfectly with the styling of my livingroom.

These are great stands for the low price I paid. The price beat the large stores by $14. Two things you may need to know, first be very careful <hl> not to cross thread riser into base <hl>, I found it easier to thread the pipe from the bottom of the base to clean up threads and then put it together correctly from the top side. The other thing was the mount is setup for speakers with a pre-threaded insert or wood housed or plastic housed speakers that you can drill holes into and screw the base of the stand into. Another option which I used is double sided tape included, I had plastic housed speakers I did not want to drill into, so I used the included double sided tape. Fot extra security I put a screw in the wall hanging hole in my speaker housing and secured it to the back support brack with a flat washer and nut. These stands look stylish and fit perfectly with the styling of my livingroom.

Two things you may need to know, first be very careful <hl> not to cross thread riser into base <hl> , I found it easier to thread the pipe from the bottom of the base to clean up threads and then put it together correctly from the top side.


Question: How did the first one break?

I'm about to order my third one of these. The first was left out in freezing weather by a house-sitter who used it to carry water to some chickens. It froze and cracked. The second cracked after my husband decided to make tea in it and poured boiling water onto the tea bags. But it's such a good pitcher (especially for infusing the tea with fruit) that we're giving ourselves one more chance. Just keep in mind that it will survive much longer if not subjected to temperature extremes. It does a wonderful job of imparting fruit flavors while leaving the tea (or other liquid) separate for serving.

Answer: left out in freezing weather by a house-sitter who used it to carry water

I'm about to order my third one of these. <hl> The first was left out in freezing weather by a house-sitter who used it to carry water to some chickens. <hl> It froze and cracked. The second cracked after my husband decided to make tea in it and poured boiling water onto the tea bags. But it's such a good pitcher (especially for infusing the tea with fruit) that we're giving ourselves one more chance. Just keep in mind that it will survive much longer if not subjected to temperature extremes. It does a wonderful job of imparting fruit flavors while leaving the tea (or other liquid) separate for serving.

I'm about to order my third one of these. The first was <hl> left out in freezing weather by a house-sitter who used it to carry water <hl> to some chickens. It froze and cracked. The second cracked after my husband decided to make tea in it and poured boiling water onto the tea bags. But it's such a good pitcher (especially for infusing the tea with fruit) that we're giving ourselves one more chance. Just keep in mind that it will survive much longer if not subjected to temperature extremes. It does a wonderful job of imparting fruit flavors while leaving the tea (or other liquid) separate for serving.


Question: for what holiday did the writer receive this product as a gift?

My little girl got me this mug for Christmas and I really like it. For one, I'm a John Wayne fan, and this mug along with my 2012 John Wayne calendar help motivate me to work on my projects. The outside of the mug has a younger picture of Wyane from "The Searchers" and a picture of Wayne a bit older with "American Legend" between the pics in a desert type landscape and John Wayne's signature. On the inside edge of the cup, so you'll read it if holding the handle in your right hand, it says, "Courage is being scared to death - but saddling up anyway." So true, and what a motivating quote.It's a large cup, 20 oz. (591 ml), and it is made of ceramic and is microwave and dishwater safe.Great coffe mug for all John Wayne fans!Reviewed by Alain Burrese, J.D., who drinks from this mug while working on his "Tough Guy Wisdom John Wayne" books.

Answer: Christmas

<hl> My little girl got me this mug for Christmas and I really like it. <hl> For one, I'm a John Wayne fan, and this mug along with my 2012 John Wayne calendar help motivate me to work on my projects. The outside of the mug has a younger picture of Wyane from "The Searchers" and a picture of Wayne a bit older with "American Legend" between the pics in a desert type landscape and John Wayne's signature. On the inside edge of the cup, so you'll read it if holding the handle in your right hand, it says, "Courage is being scared to death - but saddling up anyway." So true, and what a motivating quote. It's a large cup, 20 oz. (591 ml), and it is made of ceramic and is microwave and dishwater safe. Great coffe mug for all John Wayne fans!Reviewed by Alain Burrese, J.D., who drinks from this mug while working on his "Tough Guy Wisdom John Wayne" books.

My little girl got me this mug for <hl> Christmas <hl> and I really like it. For one, I'm a John Wayne fan, and this mug along with my 2012 John Wayne calendar help motivate me to work on my projects. The outside of the mug has a younger picture of Wyane from "The Searchers" and a picture of Wayne a bit older with "American Legend" between the pics in a desert type landscape and John Wayne's signature. On the inside edge of the cup, so you'll read it if holding the handle in your right hand, it says, "Courage is being scared to death - but saddling up anyway." So true, and what a motivating quote.It's a large cup, 20 oz. (591 ml), and it is made of ceramic and is microwave and dishwater safe.Great coffe mug for all John Wayne fans!Reviewed by Alain Burrese, J.D., who drinks from this mug while working on his "Tough Guy Wisdom John Wayne" books.


Question: What part of the machine is delicate?

This makes firm, lasting foam that is great for latte, cappuccino and hot chocolate. It works quickly and easily. I understand what others have written about the delicacy of the "whipping attachment," but I don't see it as a problem. I rinse it with warm water directly after use and wipe it out. One does need to make certain that the milk "film" that sticks a bit to the bottom of the cup is removed.

Answer: whipping attachment

This makes firm, lasting foam that is great for latte, cappuccino and hot chocolate. It works quickly and easily. <hl> I understand what others have written about the delicacy of the " whipping attachment ," but I don't see it as a problem. <hl> I rinse it with warm water directly after use and wipe it out. One does need to make certain that the milk "film" that sticks a bit to the bottom of the cup is removed.

This makes firm, lasting foam that is great for latte, cappuccino and hot chocolate. It works quickly and easily. I understand what others have written about the delicacy of the "<hl> whipping attachment <hl>," but I don't see it as a problem. I rinse it with warm water directly after use and wipe it out. One does need to make certain that the milk "film" that sticks a bit to the bottom of the cup is removed.

I understand what others have written about the delicacy of the " <hl> whipping attachment <hl> ," but I don't see it as a problem.


Question: What year did the author's mom and dad get the Kitchen Aid?

The first KitchenAid stand mixer I had was inherited from my mom and dad and they got it for their wedding in 1956. It finally pooped out on me in 2001. That beauty had steady hard work from the beginning with my mom and it continued to work hard for me at least twice a week until it expired. I was gifted with a new one that same week (*whew! Would have felt lost and had sore arms without it) and it's in storage, so I bought this one a few weeks ago I'm back, baby, I'm back!So far, I've only used it for cakes, cookies, etc. haven't tried any of the attachments, that will be soon. Unbelievable array of attachments/equipment, these mixers do SO much more than just mix my cookies! I will be grinding meat, but also whole fresh oranges and nuts and dried fruit with the meat grinder attachment. Pasta with the pasta attachment, and I haven't begun to explore the rest of the goodies!

Answer: 1956

<hl> The first KitchenAid stand mixer I had was inherited from my mom and dad and they got it for their wedding in 1956 . <hl> It finally pooped out on me in 2001. That beauty had steady hard work from the beginning with my mom and it continued to work hard for me at least twice a week until it expired. I was gifted with a new one that same week (*whew! Would have felt lost and had sore arms without it) and it's in storage, so I bought this one a few weeks ago I'm back, baby, I'm back!So far, I've only used it for cakes, cookies, etc. haven't tried any of the attachments, that will be soon. Unbelievable array of attachments/equipment, these mixers do SO much more than just mix my cookies! I will be grinding meat, but also whole fresh oranges and nuts and dried fruit with the meat grinder attachment. Pasta with the pasta attachment, and I haven't begun to explore the rest of the goodies!

The first KitchenAid stand mixer I had was inherited from my mom and dad and they got it for their wedding in <hl> 1956 <hl>. It finally pooped out on me in 2001. That beauty had steady hard work from the beginning with my mom and it continued to work hard for me at least twice a week until it expired. I was gifted with a new one that same week (*whew! Would have felt lost and had sore arms without it) and it's in storage, so I bought this one a few weeks ago I'm back, baby, I'm back!So far, I've only used it for cakes, cookies, etc. haven't tried any of the attachments, that will be soon. Unbelievable array of attachments/equipment, these mixers do SO much more than just mix my cookies! I will be grinding meat, but also whole fresh oranges and nuts and dried fruit with the meat grinder attachment. Pasta with the pasta attachment, and I haven't begun to explore the rest of the goodies!

The first KitchenAid stand mixer I had was inherited from my mom and dad and they got it for their wedding in <hl> 1956 <hl> .


Question: What does the reviewer eat a lot of?

I use this tenderizer all the time. We eat mainly excellent grass fed beef and this device makes it even better. We use it on the leaner cuts. We simply tenderize, add olive or grape seed oil and let it marinate for around an hour. You can add seasoning to the marinade too.The blade cover can be used to soak the sharp business end in hot soapy water to make cleaning easy.

Answer: grass fed beef

I use this tenderizer all the time. <hl> We eat mainly excellent grass fed beef and this device makes it even better. <hl> We use it on the leaner cuts. We simply tenderize, add olive or grape seed oil and let it marinate for around an hour. You can add seasoning to the marinade too. The blade cover can be used to soak the sharp business end in hot soapy water to make cleaning easy.

I use this tenderizer all the time. We eat mainly excellent <hl> grass fed beef <hl> and this device makes it even better. We use it on the leaner cuts. We simply tenderize, add olive or grape seed oil and let it marinate for around an hour. You can add seasoning to the marinade too.The blade cover can be used to soak the sharp business end in hot soapy water to make cleaning easy.


Question: What kind of motor does it have?

Imagine kneading bread dough to perfection, in as little as 40 seconds! Its how I make FRENCH BREAD. I also make all my dinner rolls and sweet rolls in the Cuisinart (yum)!Easily mix cakes, quick breads, and piecrusts. Effortlessly chop, slice and shred food; you can even grind meat.Touch Pad: I love it's smooth, easy to clean and computerized touch pad.Buttons: (OFF, ON, Pulse and Dough) The dough button kneads bread to perfection in 30-40 seconds. Plus it features a powerful induction motor for HEAVY DOUGH. Note: Still ALWAYS only make 3 lbs. wheat dough (1 large loaf) even in this model. Wheat flour is twice as dense as white!Blades (4 total): This model uses two metal blades; with one for chopping, mixing, kneading dough (also for lighter dough recipes of 3 c or less white flour, particularly small wet sweet doughs). The other metal "dough" blade is for kneading the heavy dough recipes (anything over 4-6 cups of white flour or 3 cups wheat flour). There's also one 4mm slicing blade and a medium shredding blade (it's detachable stem fits either).Locking System: Here's where the PPP shines! :-) The improved lid and feed tube assembly (with it's safety locking system) is much easier to use (at least to figure out).Lid: Each Cuisinart includes a lid and 2 pushers (with a large feed and a smaller inner feed tube).If you want a "top of the line" food processor, for your smallest to larger needs, you won't be disappointed with this model! --Sharon AnneP.S. If you like these tips, you'll love my cooking info website: [...]

Answer: induction motor

Imagine kneading bread dough to perfection, in as little as 40 seconds! Its how I make FRENCH BREAD. I also make all my dinner rolls and sweet rolls in the Cuisinart (yum)!Easily mix cakes, quick breads, and piecrusts. Effortlessly chop, slice and shred food; you can even grind meat. Touch Pad: I love it's smooth, easy to clean and computerized touch pad. Buttons: (OFF, ON, Pulse and Dough) The dough button kneads bread to perfection in 30-40 seconds. <hl> Plus it features a powerful induction motor for HEAVY DOUGH. <hl> Note: Still ALWAYS only make 3 lbs. wheat dough (1 large loaf) even in this model. Wheat flour is twice as dense as white!Blades (4 total): This model uses two metal blades; with one for chopping, mixing, kneading dough (also for lighter dough recipes of 3 c or less white flour, particularly small wet sweet doughs). The other metal "dough" blade is for kneading the heavy dough recipes (anything over 4-6 cups of white flour or 3 cups wheat flour). There's also one 4mm slicing blade and a medium shredding blade (it's detachable stem fits either).Locking System: Here's where the PPP shines! :-) The improved lid and feed tube assembly (with it's safety locking system) is much easier to use (at least to figure out).Lid: Each Cuisinart includes a lid and 2 pushers (with a large feed and a smaller inner feed tube).If you want a "top of the line" food processor, for your smallest to larger needs, you won't be disappointed with this model! --Sharon AnneP.S. If you like these tips, you'll love my cooking info website: [...]

Imagine kneading bread dough to perfection, in as little as 40 seconds! Its how I make FRENCH BREAD. I also make all my dinner rolls and sweet rolls in the Cuisinart (yum)!Easily mix cakes, quick breads, and piecrusts. Effortlessly chop, slice and shred food; you can even grind meat.Touch Pad: I love it's smooth, easy to clean and computerized touch pad.Buttons: (OFF, ON, Pulse and Dough) The dough button kneads bread to perfection in 30-40 seconds. Plus it features a powerful <hl> induction motor <hl> for HEAVY DOUGH. Note: Still ALWAYS only make 3 lbs. wheat dough (1 large loaf) even in this model. Wheat flour is twice as dense as white!Blades (4 total): This model uses two metal blades; with one for chopping, mixing, kneading dough (also for lighter dough recipes of 3 c or less white flour, particularly small wet sweet doughs). The other metal "dough" blade is for kneading the heavy dough recipes (anything over 4-6 cups of white flour or 3 cups wheat flour). There's also one 4mm slicing blade and a medium shredding blade (it's detachable stem fits either).Locking System: Here's where the PPP shines! :-) The improved lid and feed tube assembly (with it's safety locking system) is much easier to use (at least to figure out).Lid: Each Cuisinart includes a lid and 2 pushers (with a large feed and a smaller inner feed tube).If you want a "top of the line" food processor, for your smallest to larger needs, you won't be disappointed with this model! --Sharon AnneP.S. If you like these tips, you'll love my cooking info website: [...]


Question: What does the ricer aim into the bowl?

I love this ricer. It is extremely sturdy and heavy for its size, and is just a very high-quality piece of equipment that can be used for all sorts of things -- soups, purees, spaetzle, squeezing moisture out of wilted greens, etc. I also love that it doesn't have holes on the sides. My last ricer had side holes and I was constantly squirting boiling hot potato bits all over my kitchen. This ricer really aims the riced items downward into the bowl, which I appreciate.

Answer: riced items

I love this ricer. It is extremely sturdy and heavy for its size, and is just a very high-quality piece of equipment that can be used for all sorts of things -- soups, purees, spaetzle, squeezing moisture out of wilted greens, etc. I also love that it doesn't have holes on the sides. My last ricer had side holes and I was constantly squirting boiling hot potato bits all over my kitchen. <hl> This ricer really aims the riced items downward into the bowl, which I appreciate. <hl>

I love this ricer. It is extremely sturdy and heavy for its size, and is just a very high-quality piece of equipment that can be used for all sorts of things -- soups, purees, spaetzle, squeezing moisture out of wilted greens, etc. I also love that it doesn't have holes on the sides. My last ricer had side holes and I was constantly squirting boiling hot potato bits all over my kitchen. This ricer really aims the <hl> riced items <hl> downward into the bowl, which I appreciate.


Question: does this product stand out in a garden?

Not only does this blend in with my garden so you hardly know it is there, it keeps your outlets off the ground and protected with the cover. I have used outdoors in California year round, only moving it during the Christmas season when I change my lighting. I use it year-round for a fountain and for lights.

Answer: you hardly know it is there

<hl> Not only does this blend in with my garden so you hardly know it is there , it keeps your outlets off the ground and protected with the cover. <hl> I have used outdoors in California year round, only moving it during the Christmas season when I change my lighting. I use it year-round for a fountain and for lights.

Not only does this blend in with my garden so <hl> you hardly know it is there <hl>, it keeps your outlets off the ground and protected with the cover. I have used outdoors in California year round, only moving it during the Christmas season when I change my lighting. I use it year-round for a fountain and for lights.

Not only does this blend in with my garden so <hl> you hardly know it is there <hl> , it keeps your outlets off the ground and protected with the cover.


Question: What did they upgrade to from the KCup system?

I was so excited to upgrade from the KCup system to the Vue, but that's where it ends. I knew going into it that my coffee choices would be limited and more expensive, but was not prepared for my 14 ounce travel cup to not even come close to fitting under the dispenser. It worked fine in my KCup Platinum. I'm shocked being as this brewer offers up to an 18 ounce travel mug brew selection. It is much shorter than the previous KCup area, even with the drip pan totally removed. So now I have to brew into a separate cup and pour into mine, more trouble and more to wash. Kuerig, you really dropped the ball on this one. Also, you can't have a default setting for brewing with one touch, you must pick size, etc. every time. Very let down.

Answer: the Vue

<hl> I was so excited to upgrade from the KCup system to the Vue , but that's where it ends. <hl> I knew going into it that my coffee choices would be limited and more expensive, but was not prepared for my 14 ounce travel cup to not even come close to fitting under the dispenser. It worked fine in my KCup Platinum. I'm shocked being as this brewer offers up to an 18 ounce travel mug brew selection. It is much shorter than the previous KCup area, even with the drip pan totally removed. So now I have to brew into a separate cup and pour into mine, more trouble and more to wash. Kuerig, you really dropped the ball on this one. Also, you can't have a default setting for brewing with one touch, you must pick size, etc. every time. Very let down.

I was so excited to upgrade from the KCup system to <hl> the Vue <hl>, but that's where it ends. I knew going into it that my coffee choices would be limited and more expensive, but was not prepared for my 14 ounce travel cup to not even come close to fitting under the dispenser. It worked fine in my KCup Platinum. I'm shocked being as this brewer offers up to an 18 ounce travel mug brew selection. It is much shorter than the previous KCup area, even with the drip pan totally removed. So now I have to brew into a separate cup and pour into mine, more trouble and more to wash. Kuerig, you really dropped the ball on this one. Also, you can't have a default setting for brewing with one touch, you must pick size, etc. every time. Very let down.

I was so excited to upgrade from the KCup system to <hl> the Vue <hl> , but that's where it ends.


Question: What kind of set did the reviewer get?

This salt and pepper set is even better looking and classier than it looks in the picture, I am very happy with it. It's a solid, well-constructed set that seems like it will hold up for a long time.*update* Last night I dropped one of these on the floor while I was in a standing position and it did not shatter or even crack. This is a floor that things usually shatter in million pieces on too (we've had that happen with glasses and a pitcher). That shows how solid these are.*2nd update* I was just carrying items out of the room and the pepper shaker slipped and flew out of my hand and landed under a chair (no carpet, hard floor) and I said to myself that's going to be a mess...went to look and it was all in one piece, not even a crack! I just bumped these up to a 5 star, they've earned it.

Answer: salt and pepper

<hl> This salt and pepper set is even better looking and classier than it looks in the picture, I am very happy with it. <hl> It's a solid, well-constructed set that seems like it will hold up for a long time.*update* Last night I dropped one of these on the floor while I was in a standing position and it did not shatter or even crack. This is a floor that things usually shatter in million pieces on too (we've had that happen with glasses and a pitcher). That shows how solid these are.*2nd update* I was just carrying items out of the room and the pepper shaker slipped and flew out of my hand and landed under a chair (no carpet, hard floor) and I said to myself that's going to be a mess...went to look and it was all in one piece, not even a crack! I just bumped these up to a 5 star, they've earned it.

This <hl> salt and pepper <hl> set is even better looking and classier than it looks in the picture, I am very happy with it. It's a solid, well-constructed set that seems like it will hold up for a long time.*update* Last night I dropped one of these on the floor while I was in a standing position and it did not shatter or even crack. This is a floor that things usually shatter in million pieces on too (we've had that happen with glasses and a pitcher). That shows how solid these are.*2nd update* I was just carrying items out of the room and the pepper shaker slipped and flew out of my hand and landed under a chair (no carpet, hard floor) and I said to myself that's going to be a mess...went to look and it was all in one piece, not even a crack! I just bumped these up to a 5 star, they've earned it.


Question: What brand is it?

I have 9.5 in pie plates and they barely fit. If your pie has a lip and is bigger than 9.5 inches these may not work for you. I have these pie platesPyrex Easy Grab 9-1/2-Inch Pie Plateand because of the easy grab lip, it JUST fits. Once the pie is in this keeper, you will not be removing it until the pie is finished for there is ZERO wiggle room to grab the pie plate out.The lid is hinged and it appears like it will be a weak spot. I'm not sure if these will still latch shut once the hinge goes. Being they are not horribly expensive I won't mind if I only get a year or 2 out of the hinge.It is deep which is good for the pie plates I posted (though not advertised as such) are pretty deep. I have a lemon meringue pie in one of these right now and the lid clears the topping just fine.

Answer: Pyrex

I have 9.5 in pie plates and they barely fit. If your pie has a lip and is bigger than 9.5 inches these may not work for you. <hl> I have these pie plates Pyrex Easy Grab 9-1/2-Inch Pie Plateand because of the easy grab lip <hl> , it JUST fits. Once the pie is in this keeper, you will not be removing it until the pie is finished for there is ZERO wiggle room to grab the pie plate out. The lid is hinged and it appears like it will be a weak spot. I'm not sure if these will still latch shut once the hinge goes. Being they are not horribly expensive I won't mind if I only get a year or 2 out of the hinge. It is deep which is good for the pie plates I posted (though not advertised as such) are pretty deep. I have a lemon meringue pie in one of these right now and the lid clears the topping just fine.

I have 9.5 in pie plates and they barely fit. If your pie has a lip and is bigger than 9.5 inches these may not work for you. I have these pie plates<hl> Pyrex <hl> Easy Grab 9-1/2-Inch Pie Plateand because of the easy grab lip, it JUST fits. Once the pie is in this keeper, you will not be removing it until the pie is finished for there is ZERO wiggle room to grab the pie plate out.The lid is hinged and it appears like it will be a weak spot. I'm not sure if these will still latch shut once the hinge goes. Being they are not horribly expensive I won't mind if I only get a year or 2 out of the hinge.It is deep which is good for the pie plates I posted (though not advertised as such) are pretty deep. I have a lemon meringue pie in one of these right now and the lid clears the topping just fine.

I have these pie plates <hl> Pyrex <hl> Easy Grab 9-1/2-Inch Pie Plateand because of the easy grab lip


Question: How many cupcakes can it hold?

I had high expectations when I ordered this product. I was hoping that it would be as nice as my tupperware cupcake carrier, only with a handle. Well, don't order this thinking it's going to be a piece of tupperware. Nothing's further from the truth. It's made of that "easy to crack" plastic, making you leery of putting it down anywhere unsafe for glass. It does include a small, glass pie plate which would be nice if it was a deep dish but alas, it isn't. It can hold about a dozen cupcakes too, if you don't just put them all in the pie plate area. But be careful transporting - they'll get all over the place! It's good for its intent - as a pie carrier. I suppose that this is nice for things like picnics, informal get-togethers, etc., but if you're really going to a fancy holiday party, this guy just WON't be appropriate. Just wish the plastic was of a better quality. Recommend, but with the above disappointments.

Answer: about a dozen cupcakes

I had high expectations when I ordered this product. I was hoping that it would be as nice as my tupperware cupcake carrier, only with a handle. Well, don't order this thinking it's going to be a piece of tupperware. Nothing's further from the truth. It's made of that "easy to crack" plastic, making you leery of putting it down anywhere unsafe for glass. It does include a small, glass pie plate which would be nice if it was a deep dish but alas, it isn't. <hl> It can hold about a dozen cupcakes too, if you don't just put them all in the pie plate area. <hl> But be careful transporting - they'll get all over the place! It's good for its intent - as a pie carrier. I suppose that this is nice for things like picnics, informal get-togethers, etc., but if you're really going to a fancy holiday party, this guy just WON't be appropriate. Just wish the plastic was of a better quality. Recommend, but with the above disappointments.

I had high expectations when I ordered this product. I was hoping that it would be as nice as my tupperware cupcake carrier, only with a handle. Well, don't order this thinking it's going to be a piece of tupperware. Nothing's further from the truth. It's made of that "easy to crack" plastic, making you leery of putting it down anywhere unsafe for glass. It does include a small, glass pie plate which would be nice if it was a deep dish but alas, it isn't. It can hold <hl> about a dozen cupcakes <hl> too, if you don't just put them all in the pie plate area. But be careful transporting - they'll get all over the place! It's good for its intent - as a pie carrier. I suppose that this is nice for things like picnics, informal get-togethers, etc., but if you're really going to a fancy holiday party, this guy just WON't be appropriate. Just wish the plastic was of a better quality. Recommend, but with the above disappointments.


Question: How many slices does this toaster do?

I have the CPT-180 four-slice toaster. As was the experience with several other reviewers, the two center slices toast very unevenly--no matter what the setting or the kind of bread. (And, yes, I have read the owner's manual from cover to cover.) I returned my previous CPT-180 to Cuisinart because of uneven toasting; the customer service was quick and very courteous. I was impressed. Alas! I am not at all impressed with the performance of the replacement. It has the exact same problems as the one I returned. I think there must be a design flaw. From Cuisinart? Sad.

Answer: four

I have the CPT-180 four -slice toaster.

<hl> I have the CPT-180 four -slice toaster. <hl> As was the experience with several other reviewers, the two center slices toast very unevenly--no matter what the setting or the kind of bread. (And, yes, I have read the owner's manual from cover to cover.) I returned my previous CPT-180 to Cuisinart because of uneven toasting; the customer service was quick and very courteous. I was impressed. Alas! I am not at all impressed with the performance of the replacement. It has the exact same problems as the one I returned. I think there must be a design flaw. From Cuisinart? Sad.

I have the CPT-180 <hl> four <hl>-slice toaster. As was the experience with several other reviewers, the two center slices toast very unevenly--no matter what the setting or the kind of bread. (And, yes, I have read the owner's manual from cover to cover.) I returned my previous CPT-180 to Cuisinart because of uneven toasting; the customer service was quick and very courteous. I was impressed. Alas! I am not at all impressed with the performance of the replacement. It has the exact same problems as the one I returned. I think there must be a design flaw. From Cuisinart? Sad.

I have the CPT-180 <hl> four <hl> -slice toaster.


Question: What feature can be used to re-brew a tea?

This is an excellent hot-water kettle. I really love being able to choose the water temperature appropriate for the tea or coffee I am going to make. And the keep-warm feature is good too -- go back and re-brew your oolong, or make another cup of whatever. It is well designed, very well thought out, easy to use, the lights let you read the water height and amount, and it beeps to tell you that the water has come up to temperature. I really like it, and I'm seriously thinking of getting one for my tea-loving brother.

Answer: keep-warm

This is an excellent hot-water kettle. I really love being able to choose the water temperature appropriate for the tea or coffee I am going to make. <hl> And the keep-warm feature is good too -- go back and re-brew your oolong, or make another cup of whatever. <hl> It is well designed, very well thought out, easy to use, the lights let you read the water height and amount, and it beeps to tell you that the water has come up to temperature. I really like it, and I'm seriously thinking of getting one for my tea-loving brother.

This is an excellent hot-water kettle. I really love being able to choose the water temperature appropriate for the tea or coffee I am going to make. And the <hl> keep-warm <hl> feature is good too -- go back and re-brew your oolong, or make another cup of whatever. It is well designed, very well thought out, easy to use, the lights let you read the water height and amount, and it beeps to tell you that the water has come up to temperature. I really like it, and I'm seriously thinking of getting one for my tea-loving brother.


Question: What did the writer name the previous vacuum?

Good suction, plenty of accessories and reasonably light weight. I'm not going to pretend that it makes vacuuming the house any more pleasurable but it is definitely a lot easier than wrestling with the Dyson, which got nicknamed "The Beast" soon after its arrival. It is also delightful to have a bagged vacuum again that allows me to vacuum the entire house multiple times without having to empty the bag, unlike the Dyson which had to be emptied three times for one cleaning. (I do have three Rottweilers, so we don't lack for hair on the floor). As some others have said, the cord is a trifle short but luckily, I have an abundance of outlets and if that's its biggest flaw, I can't complain too much. I think the price is quite reasonable considering all that you get.

Answer: The Beast

Good suction, plenty of accessories and reasonably light weight. I'm not going to pretend that it makes vacuuming the house any more pleasurable <hl> but it is definitely a lot easier than wrestling with the Dyson, which got nicknamed " The Beast " soon after its arrival. <hl> It is also delightful to have a bagged vacuum again that allows me to vacuum the entire house multiple times without having to empty the bag, unlike the Dyson which had to be emptied three times for one cleaning. (I do have three Rottweilers, so we don't lack for hair on the floor). As some others have said, the cord is a trifle short but luckily, I have an abundance of outlets and if that's its biggest flaw, I can't complain too much. I think the price is quite reasonable considering all that you get.

Good suction, plenty of accessories and reasonably light weight. I'm not going to pretend that it makes vacuuming the house any more pleasurable but it is definitely a lot easier than wrestling with the Dyson, which got nicknamed "<hl> The Beast <hl>" soon after its arrival. It is also delightful to have a bagged vacuum again that allows me to vacuum the entire house multiple times without having to empty the bag, unlike the Dyson which had to be emptied three times for one cleaning. (I do have three Rottweilers, so we don't lack for hair on the floor). As some others have said, the cord is a trifle short but luckily, I have an abundance of outlets and if that's its biggest flaw, I can't complain too much. I think the price is quite reasonable considering all that you get.

but it is definitely a lot easier than wrestling with the Dyson, which got nicknamed " <hl> The Beast <hl> " soon after its arrival.


Question: How many steaks can fit into the grill?

This looks like the GE product that [a local store] carried a couple of years ago. In fact, Hamilton Beach made that unit. However...watch out, this is about 30% smaller. The picture is deceiving. It is quite a bit smaller than the Foreman Jumbo or Family size grill. Only one T-bone can fit on this grill at a time...or two chicken pieces.The non-stick surface on my previous grill started flaking after two years of light use. I do like the removable grills, however.You will need to turn the food once, since like all indoor grills, the bottom is hotter than the top plate.Addendum:I went to a Foreman jumbo. This grill just does not get hot enough to really work well. The Foreman is hotter and produces superior product.

Answer: one

This looks like the GE product that [a local store] carried a couple of years ago. In fact, Hamilton Beach made that unit. However...watch out, this is about 30% smaller. The picture is deceiving. It is quite a bit smaller than the Foreman Jumbo or Family size grill. <hl> Only one T-bone can fit on this grill at a time...or two chicken pieces. <hl> The non-stick surface on my previous grill started flaking after two years of light use. I do like the removable grills, however. You will need to turn the food once, since like all indoor grills, the bottom is hotter than the top plate. Addendum:I went to a Foreman jumbo. This grill just does not get hot enough to really work well. The Foreman is hotter and produces superior product.

This looks like the GE product that [a local store] carried a couple of years ago. In fact, Hamilton Beach made that unit. However...watch out, this is about 30% smaller. The picture is deceiving. It is quite a bit smaller than the Foreman Jumbo or Family size grill. Only <hl> one <hl> T-bone can fit on this grill at a time...or two chicken pieces.The non-stick surface on my previous grill started flaking after two years of light use. I do like the removable grills, however.You will need to turn the food once, since like all indoor grills, the bottom is hotter than the top plate.Addendum:I went to a Foreman jumbo. This grill just does not get hot enough to really work well. The Foreman is hotter and produces superior product.


Question: Where is the on/off button located?

I enjoy using this vacuum. I like that it comes with a separate canister vac instead of having on-board tools, as most current vacuums have. I have the freedoms to use the mini canister vac for quick kitchen, or to extend to my volume ceiling, without having to drag around the bulk of the big vac. Having the separate mini vac also makes the upright lighter than other uprights. The upright is very powerful. The only glitch I have is that the on/off button is at the top of the handle, close enough that I have on occasion managed to turn it off while manipulating around and under furniture.

Answer: at the top of the handle

I enjoy using this vacuum. I like that it comes with a separate canister vac instead of having on-board tools, as most current vacuums have. I have the freedoms to use the mini canister vac for quick kitchen, or to extend to my volume ceiling, without having to drag around the bulk of the big vac. Having the separate mini vac also makes the upright lighter than other uprights. The upright is very powerful. <hl> The only glitch I have is that the on/off button is at the top of the handle , close enough that I have on occasion managed to turn it off while manipulating around and under furniture. <hl>

I enjoy using this vacuum. I like that it comes with a separate canister vac instead of having on-board tools, as most current vacuums have. I have the freedoms to use the mini canister vac for quick kitchen, or to extend to my volume ceiling, without having to drag around the bulk of the big vac. Having the separate mini vac also makes the upright lighter than other uprights. The upright is very powerful. The only glitch I have is that the on/off button is <hl> at the top of the handle <hl>, close enough that I have on occasion managed to turn it off while manipulating around and under furniture.

The only glitch I have is that the on/off button is <hl> at the top of the handle <hl> , close enough that I have on occasion managed to turn it off while manipulating around and under furniture.


Question: What is the brand name of this electric Kettle

The Braun WK200W is the third electric kettle that I have owned, or had long term use of. This is my favorite. It is very smart looking, as well as practical, but I've always looked at practical first. It is the lightest and easiest to fill and fastest to heat up.The current stainless steel electric kettles on the market work very well, but are much heavier and are harder to fill. If you have to have stainless, though. It won't matter. If plastic (or whatever composite it is made from) is fine, then this kettle will fulfill all of your needs, I think. And Braun is one of the best brands out there.

Answer: Braun WK200W

<hl> The Braun WK200W is the third electric kettle that I have owned, or had long term use of. <hl> This is my favorite. It is very smart looking, as well as practical, but I've always looked at practical first. It is the lightest and easiest to fill and fastest to heat up. The current stainless steel electric kettles on the market work very well, but are much heavier and are harder to fill. If you have to have stainless, though. It won't matter. If plastic (or whatever composite it is made from) is fine, then this kettle will fulfill all of your needs, I think. And Braun is one of the best brands out there.

The <hl> Braun WK200W <hl> is the third electric kettle that I have owned, or had long term use of. This is my favorite. It is very smart looking, as well as practical, but I've always looked at practical first. It is the lightest and easiest to fill and fastest to heat up.The current stainless steel electric kettles on the market work very well, but are much heavier and are harder to fill. If you have to have stainless, though. It won't matter. If plastic (or whatever composite it is made from) is fine, then this kettle will fulfill all of your needs, I think. And Braun is one of the best brands out there.


Question: What will the stopper fit?

This is an ideal gift for hosts of wine and/or cheese tastings where the theme is predominately French. It's also a great way to identify bottles of French wines at tastings (unless they are blind tastings of course.)What I love is the attractive gift packaging. It's simple, classy actually, and even comes with a bow - all you need is to sign it.The stopper itself fits a variety of bottles and is designed to provide a tight seal on practically any bottle from 750ml to 1.5 liters. Possibly larger bottles too. I have not tried it on the 375ml bottles so cannot guarantee that the stopper will work with those.In addition to being an ideal gift to hosts, this stopper would also make a great prize for guests who correctly identify wines or cheeses in blind tests. And, of course, it makes a perfect gift for bottle stopper collectors.

Answer: a variety of bottles

This is an ideal gift for hosts of wine and/or cheese tastings where the theme is predominately French. It's also a great way to identify bottles of French wines at tastings (unless they are blind tastings of course.)What I love is the attractive gift packaging. It's simple, classy actually, and even comes with a bow - all you need is to sign it. <hl> The stopper itself fits a variety of bottles and is designed to provide a tight seal on practically any bottle from 750ml to 1.5 liters. <hl> Possibly larger bottles too. I have not tried it on the 375ml bottles so cannot guarantee that the stopper will work with those. In addition to being an ideal gift to hosts, this stopper would also make a great prize for guests who correctly identify wines or cheeses in blind tests. And, of course, it makes a perfect gift for bottle stopper collectors.

This is an ideal gift for hosts of wine and/or cheese tastings where the theme is predominately French. It's also a great way to identify bottles of French wines at tastings (unless they are blind tastings of course.)What I love is the attractive gift packaging. It's simple, classy actually, and even comes with a bow - all you need is to sign it.The stopper itself fits <hl> a variety of bottles <hl> and is designed to provide a tight seal on practically any bottle from 750ml to 1.5 liters. Possibly larger bottles too. I have not tried it on the 375ml bottles so cannot guarantee that the stopper will work with those.In addition to being an ideal gift to hosts, this stopper would also make a great prize for guests who correctly identify wines or cheeses in blind tests. And, of course, it makes a perfect gift for bottle stopper collectors.


Question: What other instrument did the reviewer require with different products?

I honestly was very skeptical about this product, I've just heard similar claims for other products that barely made a difference. I don't like "upgrading" something I already have if it isn't worth it. However, I saw this had good reviews so I put it on my "Christmas list" and someone bought it for me. And to my delight, it actually worked. It scrapped the sides wonderfully. Normally when making icings or batters I would have to stop the machine, find my spatula and push the sides down, and even then some parts may mess up because it didn't blend correctly. But not with this. I just add what needs to be mixed continuously.

Answer: spatula

I honestly was very skeptical about this product, I've just heard similar claims for other products that barely made a difference. I don't like "upgrading" something I already have if it isn't worth it. However, I saw this had good reviews so I put it on my "Christmas list" and someone bought it for me. And to my delight, it actually worked. It scrapped the sides wonderfully. <hl> Normally when making icings or batters I would have to stop the machine, find my spatula and push the sides down, and even then some parts may mess up because it didn't blend correctly. <hl> But not with this. I just add what needs to be mixed continuously.

I honestly was very skeptical about this product, I've just heard similar claims for other products that barely made a difference. I don't like "upgrading" something I already have if it isn't worth it. However, I saw this had good reviews so I put it on my "Christmas list" and someone bought it for me. And to my delight, it actually worked. It scrapped the sides wonderfully. Normally when making icings or batters I would have to stop the machine, find my <hl> spatula <hl> and push the sides down, and even then some parts may mess up because it didn't blend correctly. But not with this. I just add what needs to be mixed continuously.


Question: What happens if the chillsner is inserted too quickly into the beer?

We have a small refrigerator that is packed with tons of crap for us and the kids. I don't always have the room to store lots of beers in there, so sometimes I will find myself with friends over and no cold beers. The Chillsner solves that problem. I keep them in the freezer and they do work well to make a beer cold and drinkable. It is not going to be ice cold, like it would out of a cooler at a bar, but definitely cold enough to enjoy a beer.You just freeze the chillsner, take it out of the freezer, pop it in the beer (press it in firmly) and you can drink beer right through the chillsner as the beer flows out the top of it. It keeps your beer perfectly cold. It's nice that it comes in a 2 pack as my husband and I have both used it at outdoor parties this year. We actually have four of them for us and guests. We also like the cool design. The chillsner is definitely a conversation starter at a party. People do seem to think it's cool.My one word of advice is to be careful after you take your first swig of beer. The directions say to take a swig of beer to make room for the chillsner and then insert it. If you take a chug and insert the chillsner too quickly it can cause your beer to overflow. So take a sip, wait a few seconds and then insert the chillsner.

Answer: it can cause your beer to overflow

We have a small refrigerator that is packed with tons of crap for us and the kids. I don't always have the room to store lots of beers in there, so sometimes I will find myself with friends over and no cold beers. The Chillsner solves that problem. I keep them in the freezer and they do work well to make a beer cold and drinkable. It is not going to be ice cold, like it would out of a cooler at a bar, but definitely cold enough to enjoy a beer. You just freeze the chillsner, take it out of the freezer, pop it in the beer (press it in firmly) and you can drink beer right through the chillsner as the beer flows out the top of it. It keeps your beer perfectly cold. It's nice that it comes in a 2 pack as my husband and I have both used it at outdoor parties this year. We actually have four of them for us and guests. We also like the cool design. The chillsner is definitely a conversation starter at a party. People do seem to think it's cool. My one word of advice is to be careful after you take your first swig of beer. The directions say to take a swig of beer to make room for the chillsner and then insert it. <hl> If you take a chug and insert the chillsner too quickly it can cause your beer to overflow . <hl> So take a sip, wait a few seconds and then insert the chillsner.

We have a small refrigerator that is packed with tons of crap for us and the kids. I don't always have the room to store lots of beers in there, so sometimes I will find myself with friends over and no cold beers. The Chillsner solves that problem. I keep them in the freezer and they do work well to make a beer cold and drinkable. It is not going to be ice cold, like it would out of a cooler at a bar, but definitely cold enough to enjoy a beer.You just freeze the chillsner, take it out of the freezer, pop it in the beer (press it in firmly) and you can drink beer right through the chillsner as the beer flows out the top of it. It keeps your beer perfectly cold. It's nice that it comes in a 2 pack as my husband and I have both used it at outdoor parties this year. We actually have four of them for us and guests. We also like the cool design. The chillsner is definitely a conversation starter at a party. People do seem to think it's cool.My one word of advice is to be careful after you take your first swig of beer. The directions say to take a swig of beer to make room for the chillsner and then insert it. If you take a chug and insert the chillsner too quickly <hl> it can cause your beer to overflow <hl>. So take a sip, wait a few seconds and then insert the chillsner.

If you take a chug and insert the chillsner too quickly <hl> it can cause your beer to overflow <hl> .


Question: How small is the canister vac?

Answer: mini

I enjoy using this vacuum. I like that it comes with a separate canister vac instead of having on-board tools, as most current vacuums have. <hl> I have the freedoms to use the mini canister vac for quick kitchen, or to extend to my volume ceiling, without having to drag around the bulk of the big vac. <hl> Having the separate mini vac also makes the upright lighter than other uprights. The upright is very powerful. The only glitch I have is that the on/off button is at the top of the handle, close enough that I have on occasion managed to turn it off while manipulating around and under furniture.

I enjoy using this vacuum. I like that it comes with a separate canister vac instead of having on-board tools, as most current vacuums have. I have the freedoms to use the <hl> mini <hl> canister vac for quick kitchen, or to extend to my volume ceiling, without having to drag around the bulk of the big vac. Having the separate mini vac also makes the upright lighter than other uprights. The upright is very powerful. The only glitch I have is that the on/off button is at the top of the handle, close enough that I have on occasion managed to turn it off while manipulating around and under furniture.


Question: Where did the customer buy the bed?

I ordered this frame in king size after reading the reviews and am really happy that I did. When I opened the box it looked like it might be difficult to assemble, but it was really easy! It took my husband and I about half an hour, and I honestly could have done it myself if I had to. It is solid wood and looks lovely as is, but can be stained to match your other furniture. It does sit a little higher than your average bed, but since we're using it without a box spring it is the perfect hight. Best of all, it is really sturdy and noiseless. It was exactly what I was looking for!I also have to say that this seller is great! World of Futons shipped this the day after I ordered (which was Saturday) and I had it by Wednesday! I've ordered much smaller items that took twice as long (or even longer)to receive. I really can't say enough good things about this seller and highly recommend them.

Answer: World of Futons

I ordered this frame in king size after reading the reviews and am really happy that I did. When I opened the box it looked like it might be difficult to assemble, but it was really easy! It took my husband and I about half an hour, and I honestly could have done it myself if I had to. It is solid wood and looks lovely as is, but can be stained to match your other furniture. It does sit a little higher than your average bed, but since we're using it without a box spring it is the perfect hight. Best of all, it is really sturdy and noiseless. <hl> It was exactly what I was looking for!I also have to say that this seller is great! World of Futons shipped this the day after I ordered (which was Saturday) and I had it by Wednesday! <hl> I've ordered much smaller items that took twice as long (or even longer)to receive. I really can't say enough good things about this seller and highly recommend them.

I ordered this frame in king size after reading the reviews and am really happy that I did. When I opened the box it looked like it might be difficult to assemble, but it was really easy! It took my husband and I about half an hour, and I honestly could have done it myself if I had to. It is solid wood and looks lovely as is, but can be stained to match your other furniture. It does sit a little higher than your average bed, but since we're using it without a box spring it is the perfect hight. Best of all, it is really sturdy and noiseless. It was exactly what I was looking for!I also have to say that this seller is great! <hl> World of Futons <hl> shipped this the day after I ordered (which was Saturday) and I had it by Wednesday! I've ordered much smaller items that took twice as long (or even longer)to receive. I really can't say enough good things about this seller and highly recommend them.


Question: What was included?

I was worried when it arrived. I had to leave and couldn't inspect it immediately. There was a fairly large hole in the side of the thin cardboard box, but at first look it didn't seem to be an issue. Everything was okay, except for the heating/warming bulb which was broken off in the base. I haven't been able to find a replacement for it yet.The machine itself was simple to assemble, extra switches were included. It looks very nice, like some of the more expensive commercially available poppers.As far as operation, I wish the pot itself was deeper, as several un-popped kernels get knocked out as the popping starts. It's also a tight fit to load the pot, if you're not careful you'll dump everything. Besides that, it heats up and gets popping very fast, with a lot of steam and fresh popcorn-y goodness filling the area.I cannot wait until this winter to curl up on a cold night with hot popcorn and a good movie. This seems to be money well spent, if any issues arise, I'll "pop" back in later with an update.

Answer: extra switches

I was worried when it arrived. I had to leave and couldn't inspect it immediately. There was a fairly large hole in the side of the thin cardboard box, but at first look it didn't seem to be an issue. Everything was okay, except for the heating/warming bulb which was broken off in the base. I haven't been able to find a replacement for it yet. <hl> The machine itself was simple to assemble, extra switches were included. <hl> It looks very nice, like some of the more expensive commercially available poppers. As far as operation, I wish the pot itself was deeper, as several un-popped kernels get knocked out as the popping starts. It's also a tight fit to load the pot, if you're not careful you'll dump everything. Besides that, it heats up and gets popping very fast, with a lot of steam and fresh popcorn-y goodness filling the area. I cannot wait until this winter to curl up on a cold night with hot popcorn and a good movie. This seems to be money well spent, if any issues arise, I'll "pop" back in later with an update.

I was worried when it arrived. I had to leave and couldn't inspect it immediately. There was a fairly large hole in the side of the thin cardboard box, but at first look it didn't seem to be an issue. Everything was okay, except for the heating/warming bulb which was broken off in the base. I haven't been able to find a replacement for it yet.The machine itself was simple to assemble, <hl> extra switches <hl> were included. It looks very nice, like some of the more expensive commercially available poppers.As far as operation, I wish the pot itself was deeper, as several un-popped kernels get knocked out as the popping starts. It's also a tight fit to load the pot, if you're not careful you'll dump everything. Besides that, it heats up and gets popping very fast, with a lot of steam and fresh popcorn-y goodness filling the area.I cannot wait until this winter to curl up on a cold night with hot popcorn and a good movie. This seems to be money well spent, if any issues arise, I'll "pop" back in later with an update.


Question: What size was the Hoover with a bag?

First if you are looking for a vac with the most suck, this is not the one. Hey, get a shop vac from Sears. I've had one 35 years and it still out sucks them all.Having said that, this Cordless from Hoover is Great! I've had a lot of vacs. I loved the big hoover with a bag but my wife kept giving them away because she couldn't muscle it around.Of all the vacs that I have had since they all have one thing in common. Just as I need to go another five feet I run out of cord. Aghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!! I'm sick and tired of running out of cord. I tried adding a 50' extension cord but it seemed to get wrapped around everything. A royal pain in the aspen. But in comes the Hoover stick. It has good pickup, I finish before the battery dies and then just stand it up in the colset. It's great, easy to use and I actually vac more often. I can't give a carpet rating as I only have hardwood floors but it sure does the job for me and I have two 65 lb boxers that are always on the wrong side of the door. LOL

Answer: big

First if you are looking for a vac with the most suck, this is not the one. Hey, get a shop vac from Sears. I've had one 35 years and it still out sucks them all. Having said that, this Cordless from Hoover is Great! I've had a lot of vacs. <hl> I loved the big hoover with a bag but my wife kept giving them away because she couldn't muscle it around. <hl> Of all the vacs that I have had since they all have one thing in common. Just as I need to go another five feet I run out of cord. Aghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!! I'm sick and tired of running out of cord. I tried adding a 50' extension cord but it seemed to get wrapped around everything. A royal pain in the aspen. But in comes the Hoover stick. It has good pickup, I finish before the battery dies and then just stand it up in the colset. It's great, easy to use and I actually vac more often. I can't give a carpet rating as I only have hardwood floors but it sure does the job for me and I have two 65 lb boxers that are always on the wrong side of the door. LOL

First if you are looking for a vac with the most suck, this is not the one. Hey, get a shop vac from Sears. I've had one 35 years and it still out sucks them all.Having said that, this Cordless from Hoover is Great! I've had a lot of vacs. I loved the <hl> big <hl> hoover with a bag but my wife kept giving them away because she couldn't muscle it around.Of all the vacs that I have had since they all have one thing in common. Just as I need to go another five feet I run out of cord. Aghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!! I'm sick and tired of running out of cord. I tried adding a 50' extension cord but it seemed to get wrapped around everything. A royal pain in the aspen. But in comes the Hoover stick. It has good pickup, I finish before the battery dies and then just stand it up in the colset. It's great, easy to use and I actually vac more often. I can't give a carpet rating as I only have hardwood floors but it sure does the job for me and I have two 65 lb boxers that are always on the wrong side of the door. LOL