Question: What did they set the dial to?

In 2006, I bought the older version of this heater from Gaiam. The heater did not have a fancy digital display, or a remote. During the coldest months of the year, energy usage in my home decreased considerably by simply setting the dial to the energy saver symbol. I was so pleased with the savings that I purchased a second heater to be used in other areas of my home. One heater will easily heat and maintain room temperature in a 350 sq ft living space. I'm not the only one enjoying the comfort of this heater. When my cats hear the click of the knob, they run to the source.

Answer: energy saver symbol

In 2006, I bought the older version of this heater from Gaiam. The heater did not have a fancy digital display, or a remote. <hl> During the coldest months of the year, energy usage in my home decreased considerably by simply setting the dial to the energy saver symbol . <hl> I was so pleased with the savings that I purchased a second heater to be used in other areas of my home. One heater will easily heat and maintain room temperature in a 350 sq ft living space. I'm not the only one enjoying the comfort of this heater. When my cats hear the click of the knob, they run to the source.

In 2006, I bought the older version of this heater from Gaiam. The heater did not have a fancy digital display, or a remote. During the coldest months of the year, energy usage in my home decreased considerably by simply setting the dial to the <hl> energy saver symbol <hl>. I was so pleased with the savings that I purchased a second heater to be used in other areas of my home. One heater will easily heat and maintain room temperature in a 350 sq ft living space. I'm not the only one enjoying the comfort of this heater. When my cats hear the click of the knob, they run to the source.

During the coldest months of the year, energy usage in my home decreased considerably by simply setting the dial to the <hl> energy saver symbol <hl> .


Question: What does water do to these pans?

I haven't used these trays very much yet but they have worked well so far. I used them to cook frozen pizzas and they have come out nicely. However, be very careful when you wash these trays! If you've never owned a product like this before you might not realize that you absolutely CANNOT soak them in water. If you do, water seeps in between the layers of the tray and it is very difficult to recover from this. You can attempt to dry them out in the oven, but that typically only works with a small amount of damage. Unfortunately, I lost one of my trays to this mistake! My advice is just to be careful when you wash them. They also don't do well in the dishwasher so you really do need to wash them by hand. They're good quality, but you have to treat them carefully if you want them to last.

Answer: seeps in between the layers of the tray

I haven't used these trays very much yet but they have worked well so far. I used them to cook frozen pizzas and they have come out nicely. However, be very careful when you wash these trays! If you've never owned a product like this before you might not realize that you absolutely CANNOT soak them in water. <hl> If you do, water seeps in between the layers of the tray and it is very difficult to recover from this. <hl> You can attempt to dry them out in the oven, but that typically only works with a small amount of damage. Unfortunately, I lost one of my trays to this mistake! My advice is just to be careful when you wash them. They also don't do well in the dishwasher so you really do need to wash them by hand. They're good quality, but you have to treat them carefully if you want them to last.

I haven't used these trays very much yet but they have worked well so far. I used them to cook frozen pizzas and they have come out nicely. However, be very careful when you wash these trays! If you've never owned a product like this before you might not realize that you absolutely CANNOT soak them in water. If you do, water <hl> seeps in between the layers of the tray <hl> and it is very difficult to recover from this. You can attempt to dry them out in the oven, but that typically only works with a small amount of damage. Unfortunately, I lost one of my trays to this mistake! My advice is just to be careful when you wash them. They also don't do well in the dishwasher so you really do need to wash them by hand. They're good quality, but you have to treat them carefully if you want them to last.


Question: What is the difficulty level to clean the colander?

I really like this version of collapsable colander. I had one that was collapsable and shaped kind of like a tennis racket and I loved it but it was really hard to hold let alone dump something in it from a heavy water filled pan. I didn't have enough arms!! So having this sit over the sink is PERFECT for that issue It folds up and stores away easily. Its easy to clean. Its a little tough at first to squish it down but it gets much easier after you do it once or twice. Brilliant invention.

Answer: easy

Its easy to clean.

I really like this version of collapsable colander. I had one that was collapsable and shaped kind of like a tennis racket and I loved it but it was really hard to hold let alone dump something in it from a heavy water filled pan. I didn't have enough arms!! So having this sit over the sink is PERFECT for that issue It folds up and stores away easily. <hl> Its easy to clean. <hl> Its a little tough at first to squish it down but it gets much easier after you do it once or twice. Brilliant invention.

I really like this version of collapsable colander. I had one that was collapsable and shaped kind of like a tennis racket and I loved it but it was really hard to hold let alone dump something in it from a heavy water filled pan. I didn't have enough arms!! So having this sit over the sink is PERFECT for that issue It folds up and stores away easily. Its <hl> easy <hl> to clean. Its a little tough at first to squish it down but it gets much easier after you do it once or twice. Brilliant invention.


Question: Are they dishwasher safe?

I drink coffee every morning and usually I make it for the week (I am not a connoisseur) and refrigerate it. Sometimes I have cold coffe but most of the time I heat it up. I used to have to heat it up in a secondary cup, then pour it into my travel mug (stainless steel etc). This cup eliminates that step entirely. It is awesome. It doesn't close and it works pretty much exactly like the cup you get at a coffee house but this has a screw top lid and sealing gasket. They do not have valves or little pieces to wash and disinfect which is great for me. I pop them in the dishwasher without worrying about the little crevasses.One huge warning! This cup is so great in the microwave you cannot accurately judge how hot the liquid is inside, you can't feel any of the heat! Don't burn your mouth!

Answer: pop them in the dishwasher without worrying

I drink coffee every morning and usually I make it for the week (I am not a connoisseur) and refrigerate it. Sometimes I have cold coffe but most of the time I heat it up. I used to have to heat it up in a secondary cup, then pour it into my travel mug (stainless steel etc). This cup eliminates that step entirely. It is awesome. It doesn't close and it works pretty much exactly like the cup you get at a coffee house but this has a screw top lid and sealing gasket. They do not have valves or little pieces to wash and disinfect which is great for me. <hl> I pop them in the dishwasher without worrying about the little crevasses. <hl> One huge warning! This cup is so great in the microwave you cannot accurately judge how hot the liquid is inside, you can't feel any of the heat! Don't burn your mouth!

I drink coffee every morning and usually I make it for the week (I am not a connoisseur) and refrigerate it. Sometimes I have cold coffe but most of the time I heat it up. I used to have to heat it up in a secondary cup, then pour it into my travel mug (stainless steel etc). This cup eliminates that step entirely. It is awesome. It doesn't close and it works pretty much exactly like the cup you get at a coffee house but this has a screw top lid and sealing gasket. They do not have valves or little pieces to wash and disinfect which is great for me. I <hl> pop them in the dishwasher without worrying <hl> about the little crevasses.One huge warning! This cup is so great in the microwave you cannot accurately judge how hot the liquid is inside, you can't feel any of the heat! Don't burn your mouth!


Question: What brand of products are being discussed?

The OXO Good Grips Three Ring Trivet Set is a functional and well thought out update to trivets made of cork or plastics, but is not as much of an improvement to the traditional design as many other OXO products.I do like the nesting capability and the non-stick feet. Also, unlike cork trivets, the OXO trivets can be washed easily and frequently.Bottom line: the ability to clean the OXO trivets properly is very nice. So I'll go four stars, even though I did not think "why hasn't somebody come up with this before" as I often do with OXO Good Grips tools and gadgets.

Answer: OXO

<hl> The OXO Good Grips Three Ring Trivet Set is a functional and well thought out update to trivets made of cork or plastics, but is not as much of an improvement to the traditional design as many other OXO products. <hl> I do like the nesting capability and the non-stick feet. Also, unlike cork trivets, the OXO trivets can be washed easily and frequently. Bottom line: the ability to clean the OXO trivets properly is very nice. So I'll go four stars, even though I did not think "why hasn't somebody come up with this before" as I often do with OXO Good Grips tools and gadgets.

The <hl> OXO <hl> Good Grips Three Ring Trivet Set is a functional and well thought out update to trivets made of cork or plastics, but is not as much of an improvement to the traditional design as many other OXO products.I do like the nesting capability and the non-stick feet. Also, unlike cork trivets, the OXO trivets can be washed easily and frequently.Bottom line: the ability to clean the OXO trivets properly is very nice. So I'll go four stars, even though I did not think "why hasn't somebody come up with this before" as I often do with OXO Good Grips tools and gadgets.


Question: What is the best thing about this pie slicer?

Ordered this in time for Thanksgiving. What a great invention! Works very well for most every pie. It won't slice a small pie all the way but I used it to mark the slices for the Marie Callander frozen pumpkin and pecan pie so everyone got the same size slice of pie. The homemade mince/apple pie cut perfectly and I left the slicer in place to separate the pieces and keep the filling in place. Some of the best things about this pie slicer are the clean up and storage, and the ability to slice the pie in 6 or 8 slices. The storage box is small enough to tuck away without taking much cabinet space. A must for every hostess.UPDATE! I love it even more. We took a small frozen pie out of it's 8" aluminum foil pan and let it thaw in a regular size pie dish that the slicer fit in and voila; perfect pie slices.December 1, 2012 update. Still love this pie slicer. It IS collapsible, if the cutter blades are hard to remove be sure you have unscrewed the red top from the white, or use a rubber gripper to get a better grip on the cutters. If you are baking a frozen pie that is 8 inches, put it in a 9 pie plate to bake or do what I do; mark the top of the pie by gently pushing the the cutter into the top of the pie to make cutting guide lines. I had four pies at Thanksgiving and I marked the pies with the cutter so all the pieces were even. I love this pie cutter and use it all the time. Easy to use, easy to clean, stores in a small space and collapsible.

Answer: clean up and storage

Ordered this in time for Thanksgiving. What a great invention! Works very well for most every pie. It won't slice a small pie all the way but I used it to mark the slices for the Marie Callander frozen pumpkin and pecan pie so everyone got the same size slice of pie. The homemade mince/apple pie cut perfectly and I left the slicer in place to separate the pieces and keep the filling in place. <hl> Some of the best things about this pie slicer are the clean up and storage , and the ability to slice the pie in 6 or 8 slices. <hl> The storage box is small enough to tuck away without taking much cabinet space. A must for every hostess. UPDATE! I love it even more. We took a small frozen pie out of it's 8" aluminum foil pan and let it thaw in a regular size pie dish that the slicer fit in and voila; perfect pie slices. December 1, 2012 update. Still love this pie slicer. It IS collapsible, if the cutter blades are hard to remove be sure you have unscrewed the red top from the white, or use a rubber gripper to get a better grip on the cutters. If you are baking a frozen pie that is 8 inches, put it in a 9 pie plate to bake or do what I do; mark the top of the pie by gently pushing the the cutter into the top of the pie to make cutting guide lines. I had four pies at Thanksgiving and I marked the pies with the cutter so all the pieces were even. I love this pie cutter and use it all the time. Easy to use, easy to clean, stores in a small space and collapsible.

Ordered this in time for Thanksgiving. What a great invention! Works very well for most every pie. It won't slice a small pie all the way but I used it to mark the slices for the Marie Callander frozen pumpkin and pecan pie so everyone got the same size slice of pie. The homemade mince/apple pie cut perfectly and I left the slicer in place to separate the pieces and keep the filling in place. Some of the best things about this pie slicer are the <hl> clean up and storage <hl>, and the ability to slice the pie in 6 or 8 slices. The storage box is small enough to tuck away without taking much cabinet space. A must for every hostess.UPDATE! I love it even more. We took a small frozen pie out of it's 8" aluminum foil pan and let it thaw in a regular size pie dish that the slicer fit in and voila; perfect pie slices.December 1, 2012 update. Still love this pie slicer. It IS collapsible, if the cutter blades are hard to remove be sure you have unscrewed the red top from the white, or use a rubber gripper to get a better grip on the cutters. If you are baking a frozen pie that is 8 inches, put it in a 9 pie plate to bake or do what I do; mark the top of the pie by gently pushing the the cutter into the top of the pie to make cutting guide lines. I had four pies at Thanksgiving and I marked the pies with the cutter so all the pieces were even. I love this pie cutter and use it all the time. Easy to use, easy to clean, stores in a small space and collapsible.

Some of the best things about this pie slicer are the <hl> clean up and storage <hl> , and the ability to slice the pie in 6 or 8 slices.


Question: What product has solved their problem?

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

Answer: Table Mate

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

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


Question: What needed to be replaced?

Purchased this to replace the sensor soap dispenser that I'd loved and used for many years until it up and died. This version has some design improvements, including a larger opening to refill the soap chamber, a rubber dispensing "tip" and the elimination of a lower front foot that used to get soap scum/residue and water spots.I was also worried that this new design would not work with my preferred soap -- Bath & Body Works "kitchen lemon" -- but it works just as well as, if not better than, the old model.

Answer: the sensor soap dispenser

<hl> Purchased this to replace the sensor soap dispenser that I'd loved and used for many years until it up and died. <hl> This version has some design improvements, including a larger opening to refill the soap chamber, a rubber dispensing "tip" and the elimination of a lower front foot that used to get soap scum/residue and water spots. I was also worried that this new design would not work with my preferred soap -- Bath & Body Works "kitchen lemon" -- but it works just as well as, if not better than, the old model.

Purchased this to replace <hl> the sensor soap dispenser <hl> that I'd loved and used for many years until it up and died. This version has some design improvements, including a larger opening to refill the soap chamber, a rubber dispensing "tip" and the elimination of a lower front foot that used to get soap scum/residue and water spots.I was also worried that this new design would not work with my preferred soap -- Bath & Body Works "kitchen lemon" -- but it works just as well as, if not better than, the old model.


Question: What will it pick up

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

Answer: cat hair on the carpet and on bare floors

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

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

I have seven cats and a combination of hardwood and carpeting in my home and this is the first cordless that I have found to pick up both <hl> cat hair on the carpet and on bare floors <hl> .


Question: What unusual sensory stimulus was noticeable about the item when held up close to the face?

I sent this back. It seemed cheaply made and had a weird smell. It could have just been mine but seemed rather poorly constructed. the spout part is a separate piece. I have a porcelain enamel covered SS teapot but it fell and chipped on the outside. I bought this to replace that one but I tried the water alone after heating it up and it seemed to have a "different" taste. I used the same filtered water I always use. I decided to just keep using my old tea pot until I find something similar. I think the ceramic helps offer tea water with no metallic taste.

Answer: smell

I sent this back. <hl> It seemed cheaply made and had a weird smell . <hl> It could have just been mine but seemed rather poorly constructed. the spout part is a separate piece. I have a porcelain enamel covered SS teapot but it fell and chipped on the outside. I bought this to replace that one but I tried the water alone after heating it up and it seemed to have a "different" taste. I used the same filtered water I always use. I decided to just keep using my old tea pot until I find something similar. I think the ceramic helps offer tea water with no metallic taste.

I sent this back. It seemed cheaply made and had a weird <hl> smell <hl>. It could have just been mine but seemed rather poorly constructed. the spout part is a separate piece. I have a porcelain enamel covered SS teapot but it fell and chipped on the outside. I bought this to replace that one but I tried the water alone after heating it up and it seemed to have a "different" taste. I used the same filtered water I always use. I decided to just keep using my old tea pot until I find something similar. I think the ceramic helps offer tea water with no metallic taste.

It seemed cheaply made and had a weird <hl> smell <hl> .


Question: What is disgusting aspect never goes away despite washing?

So there was a big fuss about these being the greatest ice cube trays known to mankind on some consumer review blog that basically just regurgitates the content of reviews from Cook's Illustrated and slaps their name on it. I've never been particularly happy with any ice cube tray I've owned, and these were cheap enough, so I figured I'd give them a try.These trays will definitely hold water inside them long enough to freeze it, so in that regard, they are wonderful. In every other regard, they are exactly the same as every other ice cube tray I've ever used. It takes a lot of effort to push the cubes out, and you invariably end up pushing out more than you actually wanted because it's still a big, single-piece tray. I wouldn't really harp on that being an issue were it not for the emphatic pronouncements of Tovolo's apparent mechanical superiority in the cube removal arena--something I've found to be completely imaginary in actual practice. Where it differs from the rest of the market is in the size of the cubes it produces. More specifically, they're too big to fit in any glass I own.Oh yeah, and the disgusting taste/smell is impossible to ignore or get rid of. Wash it all you want, it never goes away.In short: People who call themselves "mixologists" aren't particularly valuable sources of information and I will not be basing any further purchasing decisions on their rantings.

Answer: taste/smell

So there was a big fuss about these being the greatest ice cube trays known to mankind on some consumer review blog that basically just regurgitates the content of reviews from Cook's Illustrated and slaps their name on it. I've never been particularly happy with any ice cube tray I've owned, and these were cheap enough, so I figured I'd give them a try. These trays will definitely hold water inside them long enough to freeze it, so in that regard, they are wonderful. In every other regard, they are exactly the same as every other ice cube tray I've ever used. It takes a lot of effort to push the cubes out, and you invariably end up pushing out more than you actually wanted because it's still a big, single-piece tray. I wouldn't really harp on that being an issue were it not for the emphatic pronouncements of Tovolo's apparent mechanical superiority in the cube removal arena--something I've found to be completely imaginary in actual practice. Where it differs from the rest of the market is in the size of the cubes it produces. More specifically, they're too big to fit in any glass I own. <hl> Oh yeah, and the disgusting taste/smell is impossible to ignore or get rid of. <hl> Wash it all you want, it never goes away. In short: People who call themselves "mixologists" aren't particularly valuable sources of information and I will not be basing any further purchasing decisions on their rantings.

So there was a big fuss about these being the greatest ice cube trays known to mankind on some consumer review blog that basically just regurgitates the content of reviews from Cook's Illustrated and slaps their name on it. I've never been particularly happy with any ice cube tray I've owned, and these were cheap enough, so I figured I'd give them a try.These trays will definitely hold water inside them long enough to freeze it, so in that regard, they are wonderful. In every other regard, they are exactly the same as every other ice cube tray I've ever used. It takes a lot of effort to push the cubes out, and you invariably end up pushing out more than you actually wanted because it's still a big, single-piece tray. I wouldn't really harp on that being an issue were it not for the emphatic pronouncements of Tovolo's apparent mechanical superiority in the cube removal arena--something I've found to be completely imaginary in actual practice. Where it differs from the rest of the market is in the size of the cubes it produces. More specifically, they're too big to fit in any glass I own.Oh yeah, and the disgusting <hl> taste/smell <hl> is impossible to ignore or get rid of. Wash it all you want, it never goes away.In short: People who call themselves "mixologists" aren't particularly valuable sources of information and I will not be basing any further purchasing decisions on their rantings.


Question: What did this person buy?

I initially had a hard time getting a good and consistant cup of coffee from the EZ cup. To be honeset, I didn't buy the EZ cup because it was ecofriendly, or even because it would cost less per cup. I bought it because I love a good cup of coffee. They are few and far between when using K-cups, and even with all of the blends available in K-cups, there were some I liked that I still just couldn't get. I wanted this to wok, so I followed another reviewer's recommendations and cut the bottom off of a K-cup. This was to slow the flow of coffe through the device. Unlike the other reviewer, I didn't find that a 3/8" disk did anything, so I experimented. I wound up with a plastic disk that was cut just inside the protruding rim that you find on the bottom of each K-cup. It seems to slow the flow enough to strengthen the brew. I also used 2 TBSP of coffee per cup. I am getting a great consistant cup of coffee. I can make it allot stronger which is one of the reasons that I have a problem with K-cups. I used the EZ cup filter with fresh ground coffee. I agree that the EZ Cup spring tamps down the coffee and it seems to work better with more coffee and the plastic K-cup disk. Now I finally can get a strong cup of coffee regardless of whether a dark or lighter roast. I really think this has made the difference between a convenient coffee maker with mediocre coffee and a great cup of coffee. I hope you find this review helpful.

Answer: EZ cup

<hl> I initially had a hard time getting a good and consistant cup of coffee from the EZ cup . <hl> To be honeset, I didn't buy the EZ cup because it was ecofriendly, or even because it would cost less per cup. I bought it because I love a good cup of coffee. They are few and far between when using K-cups, and even with all of the blends available in K-cups, there were some I liked that I still just couldn't get. I wanted this to wok, so I followed another reviewer's recommendations and cut the bottom off of a K-cup. This was to slow the flow of coffe through the device. Unlike the other reviewer, I didn't find that a 3/8" disk did anything, so I experimented. I wound up with a plastic disk that was cut just inside the protruding rim that you find on the bottom of each K-cup. It seems to slow the flow enough to strengthen the brew. I also used 2 TBSP of coffee per cup. I am getting a great consistant cup of coffee. I can make it allot stronger which is one of the reasons that I have a problem with K-cups. I used the EZ cup filter with fresh ground coffee. I agree that the EZ Cup spring tamps down the coffee and it seems to work better with more coffee and the plastic K-cup disk. Now I finally can get a strong cup of coffee regardless of whether a dark or lighter roast. I really think this has made the difference between a convenient coffee maker with mediocre coffee and a great cup of coffee. I hope you find this review helpful.

I initially had a hard time getting a good and consistant cup of coffee from the <hl> EZ cup <hl>. To be honeset, I didn't buy the EZ cup because it was ecofriendly, or even because it would cost less per cup. I bought it because I love a good cup of coffee. They are few and far between when using K-cups, and even with all of the blends available in K-cups, there were some I liked that I still just couldn't get. I wanted this to wok, so I followed another reviewer's recommendations and cut the bottom off of a K-cup. This was to slow the flow of coffe through the device. Unlike the other reviewer, I didn't find that a 3/8" disk did anything, so I experimented. I wound up with a plastic disk that was cut just inside the protruding rim that you find on the bottom of each K-cup. It seems to slow the flow enough to strengthen the brew. I also used 2 TBSP of coffee per cup. I am getting a great consistant cup of coffee. I can make it allot stronger which is one of the reasons that I have a problem with K-cups. I used the EZ cup filter with fresh ground coffee. I agree that the EZ Cup spring tamps down the coffee and it seems to work better with more coffee and the plastic K-cup disk. Now I finally can get a strong cup of coffee regardless of whether a dark or lighter roast. I really think this has made the difference between a convenient coffee maker with mediocre coffee and a great cup of coffee. I hope you find this review helpful.

I initially had a hard time getting a good and consistant cup of coffee from the <hl> EZ cup <hl> .


Question: What makes the LCD display so bright?

I can never have too many scales in my kitchen. This is one of my favorite scales because it's so reliable. I weigh a lot of my ingredients, especially when I'm baking gluten free goodies, so it's important to have a good scale on hand. This Kitchen Gurus scale is easy to read with its high contrast LCD display. It also allows to tare/zero out weight as needed. The scale also measures out grams, ounces, fluid ounces and kilograms. And I like how it's easy to clean and made of durable tempered glass that can hold up to 11 pounds.

Answer: high contrast

I can never have too many scales in my kitchen. This is one of my favorite scales because it's so reliable. I weigh a lot of my ingredients, especially when I'm baking gluten free goodies, so it's important to have a good scale on hand. <hl> This Kitchen Gurus scale is easy to read with its high contrast LCD display. <hl> It also allows to tare/zero out weight as needed. The scale also measures out grams, ounces, fluid ounces and kilograms. And I like how it's easy to clean and made of durable tempered glass that can hold up to 11 pounds.

I can never have too many scales in my kitchen. This is one of my favorite scales because it's so reliable. I weigh a lot of my ingredients, especially when I'm baking gluten free goodies, so it's important to have a good scale on hand. This Kitchen Gurus scale is easy to read with its <hl> high contrast <hl> LCD display. It also allows to tare/zero out weight as needed. The scale also measures out grams, ounces, fluid ounces and kilograms. And I like how it's easy to clean and made of durable tempered glass that can hold up to 11 pounds.


Question: what was not expected?

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

Answer: to arrive so quickly

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

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


Question: What should you push through the cork?

Was given the Cork Remover as a gift. What a terrific gift it is. Was very worried when the air ran out on the original but was thrilled to see you could get replacements. Installation couldn't have been easier! One does have to get used to it. The cork pop can be a surprise, and one must exert some force to remove the cork afterward. But how cool it is! So EASY and quick. A twist of the wrist removes the wrap at top of bottle. Push the needle down through the cork. Press the canister with your thumb, and POP! Cork out.Great product!

Answer: needle

Push the needle down through the cork.

Was given the Cork Remover as a gift. What a terrific gift it is. Was very worried when the air ran out on the original but was thrilled to see you could get replacements. Installation couldn't have been easier! One does have to get used to it. The cork pop can be a surprise, and one must exert some force to remove the cork afterward. But how cool it is! So EASY and quick. A twist of the wrist removes the wrap at top of bottle. <hl> Push the needle down through the cork. <hl> Press the canister with your thumb, and POP! Cork out. Great product!

Was given the Cork Remover as a gift. What a terrific gift it is. Was very worried when the air ran out on the original but was thrilled to see you could get replacements. Installation couldn't have been easier! One does have to get used to it. The cork pop can be a surprise, and one must exert some force to remove the cork afterward. But how cool it is! So EASY and quick. A twist of the wrist removes the wrap at top of bottle. Push the <hl> needle <hl> down through the cork. Press the canister with your thumb, and POP! Cork out.Great product!


Question: How many coffeemakers were reviewed before buying this one?

I purchased this coffee maker after reviewing several others and I am very happy with my purchase. It is so handy and easy to use. Makes very good coffee from dozens of options available. Biggest chore was deciding which of the 18 samples provided best suited my tastes. Coffee pods cost more than bulk ground coffee, but are so much easier & no mess to clean up...plus so many flavors & varieties. By using the accessory filter, you can still use regular ground coffee if you wish. I bought it with the coffee maker, but after several months have still not found a need to use it...Buy this....you will like it.

Answer: several

<hl> I purchased this coffee maker after reviewing several others and I am very happy with my purchase. <hl> It is so handy and easy to use. Makes very good coffee from dozens of options available. Biggest chore was deciding which of the 18 samples provided best suited my tastes. Coffee pods cost more than bulk ground coffee, but are so much easier & no mess to clean up...plus so many flavors & varieties. By using the accessory filter, you can still use regular ground coffee if you wish. I bought it with the coffee maker, but after several months have still not found a need to use it... Buy this....you will like it.

I purchased this coffee maker after reviewing <hl> several <hl> others and I am very happy with my purchase. It is so handy and easy to use. Makes very good coffee from dozens of options available. Biggest chore was deciding which of the 18 samples provided best suited my tastes. Coffee pods cost more than bulk ground coffee, but are so much easier & no mess to clean up...plus so many flavors & varieties. By using the accessory filter, you can still use regular ground coffee if you wish. I bought it with the coffee maker, but after several months have still not found a need to use it...Buy this....you will like it.


Question: How is the rack?

This rack is okay, but not great. I agree with other reviewers that the lids are very fragile. I am extremely careful when taking them off and putting them back on. I feel that any over tightening will crack the thin plastic. That being said, it's still better to have all my odds and ends of spices in this compact rack. I used a label maker to put the names on the bottles and put them in alphabetical order to make it easy and quick to find what I need. So many of the racks I found were wall mount and that wasn't an option for me so I'm glad to find this one at a reasonable price.

Answer: okay, but not great

This rack is okay, but not great .

<hl> This rack is okay, but not great . <hl> I agree with other reviewers that the lids are very fragile. I am extremely careful when taking them off and putting them back on. I feel that any over tightening will crack the thin plastic. That being said, it's still better to have all my odds and ends of spices in this compact rack. I used a label maker to put the names on the bottles and put them in alphabetical order to make it easy and quick to find what I need. So many of the racks I found were wall mount and that wasn't an option for me so I'm glad to find this one at a reasonable price.

This rack is <hl> okay, but not great <hl>. I agree with other reviewers that the lids are very fragile. I am extremely careful when taking them off and putting them back on. I feel that any over tightening will crack the thin plastic. That being said, it's still better to have all my odds and ends of spices in this compact rack. I used a label maker to put the names on the bottles and put them in alphabetical order to make it easy and quick to find what I need. So many of the racks I found were wall mount and that wasn't an option for me so I'm glad to find this one at a reasonable price.

This rack is <hl> okay, but not great <hl> .


Question: What is the model number of the induction range?

Not only are these beautiful, well balanced, substantial without being too heavy, but they work wonderfully on our induction range PHS925STSS Profile 30" Slide-In Induction Range PreciseAir Convection System Warming Zone. I could not be more delighted. My particular set has tight fitting glass lids (this was not an Amazon purchase) which I prefer over the stainless lids.One of the pluses when it comes to using these on an induction stove-top is that they are constructed so that the heat will travel up the sides of the pans also, thus making your induction cooking even more efficient.Beauty, function, lifetime guarantee, and great price(here at Amazon).

Answer: PHS925STSS

<hl> Not only are these beautiful, well balanced, substantial without being too heavy, but they work wonderfully on our induction range PHS925STSS Profile 30" Slide-In Induction Range PreciseAir Convection System Warming Zone. <hl> I could not be more delighted. My particular set has tight fitting glass lids (this was not an Amazon purchase) which I prefer over the stainless lids. One of the pluses when it comes to using these on an induction stove-top is that they are constructed so that the heat will travel up the sides of the pans also, thus making your induction cooking even more efficient. Beauty, function, lifetime guarantee, and great price(here at Amazon).

Not only are these beautiful, well balanced, substantial without being too heavy, but they work wonderfully on our induction range <hl> PHS925STSS <hl> Profile 30" Slide-In Induction Range PreciseAir Convection System Warming Zone. I could not be more delighted. My particular set has tight fitting glass lids (this was not an Amazon purchase) which I prefer over the stainless lids.One of the pluses when it comes to using these on an induction stove-top is that they are constructed so that the heat will travel up the sides of the pans also, thus making your induction cooking even more efficient.Beauty, function, lifetime guarantee, and great price(here at Amazon).


Question: What meats are too big to be baked using a silicone roasting rack?

A silicone roasting rack is a great idea and much needed, given that most "non-stick" roasting racks are anything but. However, this version is not well executed. It is way too small to have much utility. You can get a single small pork roast on it, but that's about it. You won't be using this for baking poultry pieces, pork chops, etc., and don't even think you could put a turkey on it. Somebody needs to take this idea and make a big version of it. They would sell a million of them.

Answer: poultry pieces, pork chops, etc.

A silicone roasting rack is a great idea and much needed, given that most "non-stick" roasting racks are anything but. However, this version is not well executed. It is way too small to have much utility. You can get a single small pork roast on it, but that's about it. <hl> You won't be using this for baking poultry pieces, pork chops, etc. , and don't even think you could put a turkey on it. <hl> Somebody needs to take this idea and make a big version of it. They would sell a million of them.

A silicone roasting rack is a great idea and much needed, given that most "non-stick" roasting racks are anything but. However, this version is not well executed. It is way too small to have much utility. You can get a single small pork roast on it, but that's about it. You won't be using this for baking <hl> poultry pieces, pork chops, etc. <hl>, and don't even think you could put a turkey on it. Somebody needs to take this idea and make a big version of it. They would sell a million of them.

You won't be using this for baking <hl> poultry pieces, pork chops, etc. <hl> , and don't even think you could put a turkey on it.


Question: What is the handle made out of?

This cocktail muddler will look nice on a bar, with a heavy brushed-finish stainless steel handle that is tapered for comfort, and a solid nylon head with pyramidal teeth that won't scratch glass. The end of the handle is smooth and rounded so it can be used with any grip. It is just over 8 inches long to reach down into tall glasses.This gadget is also useful for getting all the juice out of smaller citrus fruits like key limes or those expensive little sweet lemons that won't fit on a manual juicer. It could also be used as a meat tenderizer when cooking for one and it makes quick work of mashing garlic or cracking peppercorns.The handle is heavy-duty but it is hollow so it probably is better to hand wash as recommended, although the head does fit in very tightly and I don't see how water could get in.A sample was provided for testing and review. This is an attractive and functional bar and kitchen tool so I can definitely recommend it.

Answer: stainless steel

<hl> This cocktail muddler will look nice on a bar, with a heavy brushed-finish stainless steel handle that is tapered for comfort, and a solid nylon head with pyramidal teeth that won't scratch glass. <hl> The end of the handle is smooth and rounded so it can be used with any grip. It is just over 8 inches long to reach down into tall glasses. This gadget is also useful for getting all the juice out of smaller citrus fruits like key limes or those expensive little sweet lemons that won't fit on a manual juicer. It could also be used as a meat tenderizer when cooking for one and it makes quick work of mashing garlic or cracking peppercorns. The handle is heavy-duty but it is hollow so it probably is better to hand wash as recommended, although the head does fit in very tightly and I don't see how water could get in. A sample was provided for testing and review. This is an attractive and functional bar and kitchen tool so I can definitely recommend it.

This cocktail muddler will look nice on a bar, with a heavy brushed-finish <hl> stainless steel <hl> handle that is tapered for comfort, and a solid nylon head with pyramidal teeth that won't scratch glass. The end of the handle is smooth and rounded so it can be used with any grip. It is just over 8 inches long to reach down into tall glasses.This gadget is also useful for getting all the juice out of smaller citrus fruits like key limes or those expensive little sweet lemons that won't fit on a manual juicer. It could also be used as a meat tenderizer when cooking for one and it makes quick work of mashing garlic or cracking peppercorns.The handle is heavy-duty but it is hollow so it probably is better to hand wash as recommended, although the head does fit in very tightly and I don't see how water could get in.A sample was provided for testing and review. This is an attractive and functional bar and kitchen tool so I can definitely recommend it.


Question: What type of heater did the reviewer purchase from WalMart?

I have only had this for a few weeks so I can't vouch for its long-term durability. But this heater is designed very nicely. It looks and feels of good quality materials. Other positives:* soft quiet sound very easy to sleep with* elegant and practical handle* oscillates to spread the heat around a little (cute little R2D2)* small footprint but stableI use the heater in a 10 x 10 room. I haven't set the thermostat dial above 3 out of 10, even when it's been 10 F. outside. I usually keep it in low power mode. But I'm not very demanding that way so if you need a really strong fan blowing high heat or if you prefer the direct warm feeling of glowing radiant heat you might not be satisfied.Shortly before getting this "Lasko Oscillating Ceramic Heater" I had tried and returned two unsatisfactory heaters. One was a poor quality $20 heater ("DeLonghi DFH132"). The other, which I bought at WalMart for around $34, was one of those old radiant heaters (a couple of feet long with wires strung back and forth) which was unacceptably loud.

Answer: old radiant heaters

I have only had this for a few weeks so I can't vouch for its long-term durability. But this heater is designed very nicely. It looks and feels of good quality materials. Other positives:* soft quiet sound very easy to sleep with* elegant and practical handle* oscillates to spread the heat around a little (cute little R2D2)* small footprint but stableI use the heater in a 10 x 10 room. I haven't set the thermostat dial above 3 out of 10, even when it's been 10 F. outside. I usually keep it in low power mode. But I'm not very demanding that way so if you need a really strong fan blowing high heat or if you prefer the direct warm feeling of glowing radiant heat you might not be satisfied. Shortly before getting this "Lasko Oscillating Ceramic Heater" I had tried and returned two unsatisfactory heaters. One was a poor quality $20 heater ("DeLonghi DFH132"). <hl> The other, which I bought at WalMart for around $34, was one of those old radiant heaters (a couple of feet long with wires strung back and forth) which was unacceptably loud. <hl>

I have only had this for a few weeks so I can't vouch for its long-term durability. But this heater is designed very nicely. It looks and feels of good quality materials. Other positives:* soft quiet sound very easy to sleep with* elegant and practical handle* oscillates to spread the heat around a little (cute little R2D2)* small footprint but stableI use the heater in a 10 x 10 room. I haven't set the thermostat dial above 3 out of 10, even when it's been 10 F. outside. I usually keep it in low power mode. But I'm not very demanding that way so if you need a really strong fan blowing high heat or if you prefer the direct warm feeling of glowing radiant heat you might not be satisfied.Shortly before getting this "Lasko Oscillating Ceramic Heater" I had tried and returned two unsatisfactory heaters. One was a poor quality $20 heater ("DeLonghi DFH132"). The other, which I bought at WalMart for around $34, was one of those <hl> old radiant heaters <hl> (a couple of feet long with wires strung back and forth) which was unacceptably loud.


Question: What vegetable did the user try with this tool?

This is a very handy tool that I know I will use often, not one of those that will sit in the bottom of the drawer. It is very easy to use and clean. My only comment is that while it is called a Julienne peeler, what it produces are very fine shreds, finer than what I would call julienne. But it made quick work of a couple of carrots for salad and produced a size and texture that were much better to my taste than carrot slices and it's a whiz for cole slaw. I've only had it for a short while, but it seems to be very sturdy and I can imagine it holding up well over time. Recommended.

Answer: carrots

This is a very handy tool that I know I will use often, not one of those that will sit in the bottom of the drawer. It is very easy to use and clean. My only comment is that while it is called a Julienne peeler, what it produces are very fine shreds, finer than what I would call julienne. <hl> But it made quick work of a couple of carrots for salad and produced a size and texture that were much better to my taste than carrot slices and it's a whiz for cole slaw. <hl> I've only had it for a short while, but it seems to be very sturdy and I can imagine it holding up well over time. Recommended.

This is a very handy tool that I know I will use often, not one of those that will sit in the bottom of the drawer. It is very easy to use and clean. My only comment is that while it is called a Julienne peeler, what it produces are very fine shreds, finer than what I would call julienne. But it made quick work of a couple of <hl> carrots <hl> for salad and produced a size and texture that were much better to my taste than carrot slices and it's a whiz for cole slaw. I've only had it for a short while, but it seems to be very sturdy and I can imagine it holding up well over time. Recommended.


Question: What is the max rating from the EPA for bottled water?

I am new to Reverse Osmosis (RO) filter sys. I bought a Intellitec water purity tester to check water quality. The tester reads Total Dissolved Solids(TDS), in parts per million (PPM). This is the testers water chart;__RO, Deionization, Microfiltration, Distillation:~~~~~50 PPM__Some bottled, Carbon filtration:~~~~~~~~~~~~50 - 150 PPM__Tap water:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~150 - 400 PPM__Well water (EPA max allowed 500):~~~~~~~~~~400 - 1000 PPMMy readings using copper and CPVC pipes in Detroit Mi. My RO is using these ISpring filters.;__Tap water:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~98 PPM__RO:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~25 PPM__My Fridge filters the RO water one more time:~~~~~~~22 PPMI ordered my filters with my Amazon account, but, using ISpring as the seller option. My RO is BareWater system. ISpring and I communicated a few times, I am new but confused with RO, their guidance was very good and fair.

Answer: 500

I am new to Reverse Osmosis (RO) filter sys. I bought a Intellitec water purity tester to check water quality. The tester reads Total Dissolved Solids(TDS), in parts per million (PPM). <hl> This is the testers water chart;__RO, Deionization, Microfiltration, Distillation:~~~~~50 PPM__Some bottled, Carbon filtration:~~~~~~~~~~~~50 - 150 PPM__Tap water:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~150 - 400 PPM__Well water (EPA max allowed 500 ):~~~~~~~~~~400 - 1000 PPMMy readings using copper and CPVC pipes in Detroit Mi. <hl> My RO is using these ISpring filters.;__Tap water:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~98 PPM__RO:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~25 PPM__My Fridge filters the RO water one more time:~~~~~~~22 PPMI ordered my filters with my Amazon account, but, using ISpring as the seller option. My RO is BareWater system. ISpring and I communicated a few times, I am new but confused with RO, their guidance was very good and fair.

I am new to Reverse Osmosis (RO) filter sys. I bought a Intellitec water purity tester to check water quality. The tester reads Total Dissolved Solids(TDS), in parts per million (PPM). This is the testers water chart;__RO, Deionization, Microfiltration, Distillation:~~~~~50 PPM__Some bottled, Carbon filtration:~~~~~~~~~~~~50 - 150 PPM__Tap water:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~150 - 400 PPM__Well water (EPA max allowed <hl> 500 <hl>):~~~~~~~~~~400 - 1000 PPMMy readings using copper and CPVC pipes in Detroit Mi. My RO is using these ISpring filters.;__Tap water:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~98 PPM__RO:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~25 PPM__My Fridge filters the RO water one more time:~~~~~~~22 PPMI ordered my filters with my Amazon account, but, using ISpring as the seller option. My RO is BareWater system. ISpring and I communicated a few times, I am new but confused with RO, their guidance was very good and fair.

This is the testers water chart;__RO, Deionization, Microfiltration, Distillation:~~~~~50 PPM__Some bottled, Carbon filtration:~~~~~~~~~~~~50 - 150 PPM__Tap water:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~150 - 400 PPM__Well water (EPA max allowed <hl> 500 <hl> ):~~~~~~~~~~400 - 1000 PPMMy readings using copper and CPVC pipes in Detroit Mi.


Question: What did they find on sale?

We found the Apple Peeler on sale at a home store and bought it on an impulse. My expectations were fairly low and I am happy to say that it performed way better than it looked like it was going to. The only real issue is with the very poor instructions, so some trial and error testing was needed.The keys to getting good results are:1) Use symmetrical Apples or Potatoes2) The firmer the better3) Take time align the Apple so the core can be cleanly removedSetting the contraption up is very easy. The base firmly attaches to most flat surfaces via a suction cup, which is nice because it can be positioned over our sink to catch the peels.We love how quickly this peels and cores a lot of apples! Our kids also got a kick out of using it, so that was a big plus as well.Recommended!

Answer: Apple Peeler

<hl> We found the Apple Peeler on sale at a home store and bought it on an impulse. <hl> My expectations were fairly low and I am happy to say that it performed way better than it looked like it was going to. The only real issue is with the very poor instructions, so some trial and error testing was needed. The keys to getting good results are:1) Use symmetrical Apples or Potatoes2) The firmer the better3) Take time align the Apple so the core can be cleanly removedSetting the contraption up is very easy. The base firmly attaches to most flat surfaces via a suction cup, which is nice because it can be positioned over our sink to catch the peels. We love how quickly this peels and cores a lot of apples! Our kids also got a kick out of using it, so that was a big plus as well. Recommended!

We found the <hl> Apple Peeler <hl> on sale at a home store and bought it on an impulse. My expectations were fairly low and I am happy to say that it performed way better than it looked like it was going to. The only real issue is with the very poor instructions, so some trial and error testing was needed.The keys to getting good results are:1) Use symmetrical Apples or Potatoes2) The firmer the better3) Take time align the Apple so the core can be cleanly removedSetting the contraption up is very easy. The base firmly attaches to most flat surfaces via a suction cup, which is nice because it can be positioned over our sink to catch the peels.We love how quickly this peels and cores a lot of apples! Our kids also got a kick out of using it, so that was a big plus as well.Recommended!


Question: How many glasses are in a small set of Riedel vinum wine glasses?

I've been using Riedel vinum glasses for a number of years now, and wouldn't consider any other brand.Personally, I find it hard to believe that anyone can tell the difference between wine served in a Riedel glass compared to a plastic cup. However, I think a beautiful, well made glass adds to the experience of enjoying a fine wine. These glasses will make it clear to your guests that you're pouring the good stuff!I purchased this set of two glasses to replace two that I broke. I've since learned the trick to not breaking them is to avoid twisting the stem/base while drying the glass. The joint between the stem and the glass is the weakest part, and twisting will put too much torque on this point.

Answer: two

I've been using Riedel vinum glasses for a number of years now, and wouldn't consider any other brand. Personally, I find it hard to believe that anyone can tell the difference between wine served in a Riedel glass compared to a plastic cup. However, I think a beautiful, well made glass adds to the experience of enjoying a fine wine. <hl> These glasses will make it clear to your guests that you're pouring the good stuff!I purchased this set of two glasses to replace two that I broke. <hl> I've since learned the trick to not breaking them is to avoid twisting the stem/base while drying the glass. The joint between the stem and the glass is the weakest part, and twisting will put too much torque on this point.

I've been using Riedel vinum glasses for a number of years now, and wouldn't consider any other brand.Personally, I find it hard to believe that anyone can tell the difference between wine served in a Riedel glass compared to a plastic cup. However, I think a beautiful, well made glass adds to the experience of enjoying a fine wine. These glasses will make it clear to your guests that you're pouring the good stuff!I purchased this set of <hl> two <hl> glasses to replace two that I broke. I've since learned the trick to not breaking them is to avoid twisting the stem/base while drying the glass. The joint between the stem and the glass is the weakest part, and twisting will put too much torque on this point.


Question: Where is the reviewer currently living at?

It fills a need and does it effectively -- some place bedside to pile my junk. It was fairly easy to put together (a pair of pliers helped). I'm currently in an Assisted Living facility and I find it useful. I knocked a point off the rating because although very nice from a utilitarian viewpoint it isn't an elegant piece of furniture. (It's sturdy enough to withstand someone coming in and sitting on it.)

Answer: an Assisted Living facility

It fills a need and does it effectively -- some place bedside to pile my junk. It was fairly easy to put together (a pair of pliers helped). <hl> I'm currently in an Assisted Living facility and I find it useful. <hl> I knocked a point off the rating because although very nice from a utilitarian viewpoint it isn't an elegant piece of furniture. (It's sturdy enough to withstand someone coming in and sitting on it.)

It fills a need and does it effectively -- some place bedside to pile my junk. It was fairly easy to put together (a pair of pliers helped). I'm currently in <hl> an Assisted Living facility <hl> and I find it useful. I knocked a point off the rating because although very nice from a utilitarian viewpoint it isn't an elegant piece of furniture. (It's sturdy enough to withstand someone coming in and sitting on it.)


Question: What is this made out of?

Other reviewers have already said it, and I'll support all the comments ... this pot is great for homebrewing! It is heavy duty but not heavy (an advantage of aluminum). Having brewed in it a couple of times, it has already begun to develop a patina that will serve to protect the pot in much the same way as seasoning a cast iron skillet. Sure, I'd rather have a stainless steel pot, but a similar quality SS pot would cost several times as much. I don't subscribe to the theory that aluminum pots in home brewing causes Alzheimer's disease, but I keep forgetting why. I just use my Winware pot and never look back. I wish it fit in my sink for easier cleaning, but it's about an inch too wide to fit inside either side of my two bowl sink. Not a big deal for me though.

Answer: aluminum

Other reviewers have already said it, and I'll support all the comments ... this pot is great for homebrewing! <hl> It is heavy duty but not heavy (an advantage of aluminum ). <hl> Having brewed in it a couple of times, it has already begun to develop a patina that will serve to protect the pot in much the same way as seasoning a cast iron skillet. Sure, I'd rather have a stainless steel pot, but a similar quality SS pot would cost several times as much. I don't subscribe to the theory that aluminum pots in home brewing causes Alzheimer's disease, but I keep forgetting why. I just use my Winware pot and never look back. I wish it fit in my sink for easier cleaning, but it's about an inch too wide to fit inside either side of my two bowl sink. Not a big deal for me though.

Other reviewers have already said it, and I'll support all the comments ... this pot is great for homebrewing! It is heavy duty but not heavy (an advantage of <hl> aluminum <hl>). Having brewed in it a couple of times, it has already begun to develop a patina that will serve to protect the pot in much the same way as seasoning a cast iron skillet. Sure, I'd rather have a stainless steel pot, but a similar quality SS pot would cost several times as much. I don't subscribe to the theory that aluminum pots in home brewing causes Alzheimer's disease, but I keep forgetting why. I just use my Winware pot and never look back. I wish it fit in my sink for easier cleaning, but it's about an inch too wide to fit inside either side of my two bowl sink. Not a big deal for me though.

It is heavy duty but not heavy (an advantage of <hl> aluminum <hl> ).


Question: What can only hot water extract?

The system itself has good intentions and isn't overly cheap, but it is certainly not going to make the complex cup of coffee that a french press or Chemex will.I have never had a problem with the acidity of coffee, and when I tried cold-brewed, it was the bland taste that lacked all the complex flavor notes that drove me away. Maybe for iced coffee - maybe - but not for the add-hot-water-to-concentrate crowd that has cropped up. You are short-changing the complex flavors that only hot water can extract.

Answer: complex flavors

The system itself has good intentions and isn't overly cheap, but it is certainly not going to make the complex cup of coffee that a french press or Chemex will. I have never had a problem with the acidity of coffee, and when I tried cold-brewed, it was the bland taste that lacked all the complex flavor notes that drove me away. Maybe for iced coffee - maybe - but not for the add-hot-water-to-concentrate crowd that has cropped up. <hl> You are short-changing the complex flavors that only hot water can extract. <hl>

The system itself has good intentions and isn't overly cheap, but it is certainly not going to make the complex cup of coffee that a french press or Chemex will.I have never had a problem with the acidity of coffee, and when I tried cold-brewed, it was the bland taste that lacked all the complex flavor notes that drove me away. Maybe for iced coffee - maybe - but not for the add-hot-water-to-concentrate crowd that has cropped up. You are short-changing the <hl> complex flavors <hl> that only hot water can extract.


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

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

Answer: reasonable size

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

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


Question: How large is the soap holder?

Keeps the soap hi-n-dry with ease. I like its simple rectangular shape with rounded corners, and it's big enough to hold very large bars of soap. The chrome look matches my faucet and is fairly unobtrusive. I particularly like the large drainage holes in the top part of the holder - really lets the water slough off the soap so it never gets soggy. Glad I bought this! I'll probably wind up buying another one when my wooden soap holder/drainer disintegrates, as they inevitably do (this stainless one will probably outlast me!).

Answer: big enough to hold very large bars of soap

Keeps the soap hi-n-dry with ease. <hl> I like its simple rectangular shape with rounded corners, and it's big enough to hold very large bars of soap . <hl> The chrome look matches my faucet and is fairly unobtrusive. I particularly like the large drainage holes in the top part of the holder - really lets the water slough off the soap so it never gets soggy. Glad I bought this! I'll probably wind up buying another one when my wooden soap holder/drainer disintegrates, as they inevitably do (this stainless one will probably outlast me!).

Keeps the soap hi-n-dry with ease. I like its simple rectangular shape with rounded corners, and it's <hl> big enough to hold very large bars of soap <hl>. The chrome look matches my faucet and is fairly unobtrusive. I particularly like the large drainage holes in the top part of the holder - really lets the water slough off the soap so it never gets soggy. Glad I bought this! I'll probably wind up buying another one when my wooden soap holder/drainer disintegrates, as they inevitably do (this stainless one will probably outlast me!).

I like its simple rectangular shape with rounded corners, and it's <hl> big enough to hold very large bars of soap <hl> .


Question: how many times is the blender used each week?

Absolutely love it. Researched a dozen mixers, biggest complaint was that slow speeds were too fast. This one is realllllly slooooow and always starts at the lowest speed. Beaters were a bit tricky to learn to insert properly, finally found the knack for it. Having the blender beater (single) means I can mix dough and beat egg whites or cream separately without cleaning anything in between. Feels like a quality piece of equipment, well made. Hoping I won't experience the failures described by others as I only use it once a week.

Answer: once a week.

Absolutely love it. Researched a dozen mixers, biggest complaint was that slow speeds were too fast. This one is realllllly slooooow and always starts at the lowest speed. Beaters were a bit tricky to learn to insert properly, finally found the knack for it. Having the blender beater (single) means I can mix dough and beat egg whites or cream separately without cleaning anything in between. Feels like a quality piece of equipment, well made. <hl> Hoping I won't experience the failures described by others as I only use it once a week. <hl>

Absolutely love it. Researched a dozen mixers, biggest complaint was that slow speeds were too fast. This one is realllllly slooooow and always starts at the lowest speed. Beaters were a bit tricky to learn to insert properly, finally found the knack for it. Having the blender beater (single) means I can mix dough and beat egg whites or cream separately without cleaning anything in between. Feels like a quality piece of equipment, well made. Hoping I won't experience the failures described by others as I only use it <hl> once a week. <hl>


Question: What color is the trim on these towels?

These towels are, well, fine. They don't stand out in any real way. They aren't extra thick, or soft, or absorbent, or pretty---they are just standard white cotton dishcloths with blue trim. I used and washed them a few times, and they washed pretty well, but didn't really get softer or better (or worse) with washing. They are not fuzzy or plush---they are broadcloth cotton. I don't think they'd fall apart or anything like that, but they really don't stand out in any way. I'd get them if you feel the price is good for 6 fairly good-sized dish towels, but not because you expect them to be something special.

Answer: blue

These towels are, well, fine. They don't stand out in any real way. <hl> They aren't extra thick, or soft, or absorbent, or pretty---they are just standard white cotton dishcloths with blue trim. <hl> I used and washed them a few times, and they washed pretty well, but didn't really get softer or better (or worse) with washing. They are not fuzzy or plush---they are broadcloth cotton. I don't think they'd fall apart or anything like that, but they really don't stand out in any way. I'd get them if you feel the price is good for 6 fairly good-sized dish towels, but not because you expect them to be something special.

These towels are, well, fine. They don't stand out in any real way. They aren't extra thick, or soft, or absorbent, or pretty---they are just standard white cotton dishcloths with <hl> blue <hl> trim. I used and washed them a few times, and they washed pretty well, but didn't really get softer or better (or worse) with washing. They are not fuzzy or plush---they are broadcloth cotton. I don't think they'd fall apart or anything like that, but they really don't stand out in any way. I'd get them if you feel the price is good for 6 fairly good-sized dish towels, but not because you expect them to be something special.


Question: What was the advertised capacity of the cup?

Okay: the cup itself is great. It's heavy and durable. The silicon lid and gromet are fine as well. Overall this purchase would rank as a 4.5-5-Star aquisition under normal circumstances...except:It is advertised as a 16-ounce cup, but wait...it holds 13.5-ounces (measured with graduated cylinder; not eyeball) filled completely to the top (not practical for coffee drinkers in less you want a lap-full-o'-coffee). So 12-ounces is a safe capacity.False advertising Smart Planet. I would love for a company representative to explain this. I'll give you that the outer diameter of the cup is probably 16-ounces, but that's far from the liquid capacity.I'm giving the cup 3-stars because as I've said: it's a good cup. I'm drinking from it right now. Smart Planet deserves 1-star though.

Answer: 16-ounce

Okay: the cup itself is great. It's heavy and durable. The silicon lid and gromet are fine as well. <hl> Overall this purchase would rank as a 4.5-5-Star aquisition under normal circumstances...except:It is advertised as a 16-ounce cup, but wait... <hl> it holds 13.5-ounces (measured with graduated cylinder; not eyeball) filled completely to the top (not practical for coffee drinkers in less you want a lap-full-o'-coffee). So 12-ounces is a safe capacity. False advertising Smart Planet. I would love for a company representative to explain this. I'll give you that the outer diameter of the cup is probably 16-ounces, but that's far from the liquid capacity. I'm giving the cup 3-stars because as I've said: it's a good cup. I'm drinking from it right now. Smart Planet deserves 1-star though.

Okay: the cup itself is great. It's heavy and durable. The silicon lid and gromet are fine as well. Overall this purchase would rank as a 4.5-5-Star aquisition under normal circumstances...except:It is advertised as a <hl> 16-ounce <hl> cup, but wait...it holds 13.5-ounces (measured with graduated cylinder; not eyeball) filled completely to the top (not practical for coffee drinkers in less you want a lap-full-o'-coffee). So 12-ounces is a safe capacity.False advertising Smart Planet. I would love for a company representative to explain this. I'll give you that the outer diameter of the cup is probably 16-ounces, but that's far from the liquid capacity.I'm giving the cup 3-stars because as I've said: it's a good cup. I'm drinking from it right now. Smart Planet deserves 1-star though.


Question: what can be dont to make the peppermill last longer?

My wife and I have had this Peppermill for about ten years. Well, not exactly this ONE. We have gone through four of them in the ten years. Sometimes it sat in the cabinet for a few months before we sent it back. The peppermill does come with a lifetime warranty and Olde Thompson has replaced it, without question, every time the gears have stripped out. We ship it back and receive a new on in a couple of weeks. The cover has been changed since we first purchased it. Perhaps it was part of an upgrade. We have had our current one for a couple of years now.Other than the gears stripping out every couple of years, the mill works great. I particularly like it that the pepper comes out the top rather than the bottom. It doesn't leave pepper on the table whenever we set it down, like many of the bottom gear mills. The adjustable gears work fine. We have found that it seems to last longer if we don't grind the peppercorns as fine. We usually prefer the coarse grind anyway.

Answer: don't grind the peppercorns as fine

My wife and I have had this Peppermill for about ten years. Well, not exactly this ONE. We have gone through four of them in the ten years. Sometimes it sat in the cabinet for a few months before we sent it back. The peppermill does come with a lifetime warranty and Olde Thompson has replaced it, without question, every time the gears have stripped out. We ship it back and receive a new on in a couple of weeks. The cover has been changed since we first purchased it. Perhaps it was part of an upgrade. We have had our current one for a couple of years now. Other than the gears stripping out every couple of years, the mill works great. I particularly like it that the pepper comes out the top rather than the bottom. It doesn't leave pepper on the table whenever we set it down, like many of the bottom gear mills. The adjustable gears work fine. <hl> We have found that it seems to last longer if we don't grind the peppercorns as fine . <hl> We usually prefer the coarse grind anyway.

My wife and I have had this Peppermill for about ten years. Well, not exactly this ONE. We have gone through four of them in the ten years. Sometimes it sat in the cabinet for a few months before we sent it back. The peppermill does come with a lifetime warranty and Olde Thompson has replaced it, without question, every time the gears have stripped out. We ship it back and receive a new on in a couple of weeks. The cover has been changed since we first purchased it. Perhaps it was part of an upgrade. We have had our current one for a couple of years now.Other than the gears stripping out every couple of years, the mill works great. I particularly like it that the pepper comes out the top rather than the bottom. It doesn't leave pepper on the table whenever we set it down, like many of the bottom gear mills. The adjustable gears work fine. We have found that it seems to last longer if we <hl> don't grind the peppercorns as fine <hl>. We usually prefer the coarse grind anyway.

We have found that it seems to last longer if we <hl> don't grind the peppercorns as fine <hl> .


Question: What sometimes will happen to the eggs?

I love soft boiled eggs and my family loves hard boiled eggs. Making hard boiled eggs by boiling them in water in a pot is not an issue except that they sometimes crack but I was rarely making soft boiled eggs because it's a pain to get them right. The Egg Genie changed all that - boiling eggs of any consistency is easy and mostly successful. If you follow the directions and use the right amount of water, the eggs are perfect each time. One exception is soft boiling eggs after hard boiling eggs without allowing the unit to cool down. This tends to produce under-cooked soft boiled eggs but this is understandable and I learned my lesson after the first time. I would have given the Egg Genie 5 stars if not for the following. First, the base of the pin to pierce the eggs is too wide. It's almost impossible to make a tiny enough hole as when you press the egg on the pin it tends to travel all the way to the base of the pin. This produces a hole that's too big and results in egg white escaping from the hole. Using my own pin as I always have eliminates this problem but is not as convenient. Second, even distilled water leaves significant deposits on the aluminum plate, even after hard boiling only 3 eggs. Scrubbing with vinegar gets rid of them but is once again inconvenient. So in summary, the Egg Genie is not a perfect product but is a good product at a great price, and I'm thrilled that making soft boiled eggs is no longer a crap shoot.

Answer: they sometimes crack

I love soft boiled eggs and my family loves hard boiled eggs. <hl> Making hard boiled eggs by boiling them in water in a pot is not an issue except that they sometimes crack but I was rarely making soft boiled eggs because it's a pain to get them right. <hl> The Egg Genie changed all that - boiling eggs of any consistency is easy and mostly successful. If you follow the directions and use the right amount of water, the eggs are perfect each time. One exception is soft boiling eggs after hard boiling eggs without allowing the unit to cool down. This tends to produce under-cooked soft boiled eggs but this is understandable and I learned my lesson after the first time. I would have given the Egg Genie 5 stars if not for the following. First, the base of the pin to pierce the eggs is too wide. It's almost impossible to make a tiny enough hole as when you press the egg on the pin it tends to travel all the way to the base of the pin. This produces a hole that's too big and results in egg white escaping from the hole. Using my own pin as I always have eliminates this problem but is not as convenient. Second, even distilled water leaves significant deposits on the aluminum plate, even after hard boiling only 3 eggs. Scrubbing with vinegar gets rid of them but is once again inconvenient. So in summary, the Egg Genie is not a perfect product but is a good product at a great price, and I'm thrilled that making soft boiled eggs is no longer a crap shoot.

I love soft boiled eggs and my family loves hard boiled eggs. Making hard boiled eggs by boiling them in water in a pot is not an issue except that <hl> they sometimes crack <hl> but I was rarely making soft boiled eggs because it's a pain to get them right. The Egg Genie changed all that - boiling eggs of any consistency is easy and mostly successful. If you follow the directions and use the right amount of water, the eggs are perfect each time. One exception is soft boiling eggs after hard boiling eggs without allowing the unit to cool down. This tends to produce under-cooked soft boiled eggs but this is understandable and I learned my lesson after the first time. I would have given the Egg Genie 5 stars if not for the following. First, the base of the pin to pierce the eggs is too wide. It's almost impossible to make a tiny enough hole as when you press the egg on the pin it tends to travel all the way to the base of the pin. This produces a hole that's too big and results in egg white escaping from the hole. Using my own pin as I always have eliminates this problem but is not as convenient. Second, even distilled water leaves significant deposits on the aluminum plate, even after hard boiling only 3 eggs. Scrubbing with vinegar gets rid of them but is once again inconvenient. So in summary, the Egg Genie is not a perfect product but is a good product at a great price, and I'm thrilled that making soft boiled eggs is no longer a crap shoot.


Question: Where did the coffee cool down?

Perhaps I have been brainwashed into believing that the method of brewing coffee influences flavor, but I have been using a cone style filter for most of my adult life and was shocked when I opened this coffee maker and discovered it had a cup-style filter (not mentioned anywhere I could see in the advertisements for it). As with another reviewer, the temperature was much lower than my favorite old Cuisinart which broke down after many years of daily-plus use, and the coffee cooled down in my cup before I was even halfway finished with it. I packaged this DeLonghi back up and went and replaced my Cuisinart with the identical one I have used for years.

Answer: my cup

Perhaps I have been brainwashed into believing that the method of brewing coffee influences flavor, but I have been using a cone style filter for most of my adult life and was shocked when I opened this coffee maker and discovered it had a cup-style filter (not mentioned anywhere I could see in the advertisements for it). <hl> As with another reviewer, the temperature was much lower than my favorite old Cuisinart which broke down after many years of daily-plus use, and the coffee cooled down in my cup before I was even halfway finished with it. <hl> I packaged this DeLonghi back up and went and replaced my Cuisinart with the identical one I have used for years.

Perhaps I have been brainwashed into believing that the method of brewing coffee influences flavor, but I have been using a cone style filter for most of my adult life and was shocked when I opened this coffee maker and discovered it had a cup-style filter (not mentioned anywhere I could see in the advertisements for it). As with another reviewer, the temperature was much lower than my favorite old Cuisinart which broke down after many years of daily-plus use, and the coffee cooled down in <hl> my cup <hl> before I was even halfway finished with it. I packaged this DeLonghi back up and went and replaced my Cuisinart with the identical one I have used for years.


Question: Instead of getting a frother, the customer recommends this product instead?

I am a big fan of cappuccino, and it's probably the espresso-based drink that I most frequently order when I go out to a coffee shop. I have a small espresso machine at home, but until now I was not able to use it to make any of the more involved coffee concoctions. This little Eparé milk frother has enabled me to froth-up my own milk.The frother is very elegant, easy to use and operate, and it sits very comfortably in your hand. I've used it to froth up some regular milk, and have tried it as well with rice milk. The regular milk was mostly a success, albeit the froth was not as "stable" and rich as i would have liked. The rice milk was an almost complete failure. Despite my best efforts I was only able to produce a very small amount of froth. Others might have a better success with this device than I do, but right now I would not recommend it to the lactose-intolerant types.The frother was extremely easy to clean. You you submerge the whisking part into the soapy water and turn it on a few times, and then just rinse it afterwards.If you are really serious about getting frothy milk and other drinks I would recommend that you check out one of those steamers. If you are less picky about such things than this small frother would be more than adequate.**** Product provided for review purposes. ****

Answer: steamers

I am a big fan of cappuccino, and it's probably the espresso-based drink that I most frequently order when I go out to a coffee shop. I have a small espresso machine at home, but until now I was not able to use it to make any of the more involved coffee concoctions. This little Eparé milk frother has enabled me to froth-up my own milk. The frother is very elegant, easy to use and operate, and it sits very comfortably in your hand. I've used it to froth up some regular milk, and have tried it as well with rice milk. The regular milk was mostly a success, albeit the froth was not as "stable" and rich as i would have liked. The rice milk was an almost complete failure. Despite my best efforts I was only able to produce a very small amount of froth. Others might have a better success with this device than I do, but right now I would not recommend it to the lactose-intolerant types. The frother was extremely easy to clean. You you submerge the whisking part into the soapy water and turn it on a few times, and then just rinse it afterwards. <hl> If you are really serious about getting frothy milk and other drinks I would recommend that you check out one of those steamers . <hl> If you are less picky about such things than this small frother would be more than adequate. **** Product provided for review purposes. ****

I am a big fan of cappuccino, and it's probably the espresso-based drink that I most frequently order when I go out to a coffee shop. I have a small espresso machine at home, but until now I was not able to use it to make any of the more involved coffee concoctions. This little Eparé milk frother has enabled me to froth-up my own milk.The frother is very elegant, easy to use and operate, and it sits very comfortably in your hand. I've used it to froth up some regular milk, and have tried it as well with rice milk. The regular milk was mostly a success, albeit the froth was not as "stable" and rich as i would have liked. The rice milk was an almost complete failure. Despite my best efforts I was only able to produce a very small amount of froth. Others might have a better success with this device than I do, but right now I would not recommend it to the lactose-intolerant types.The frother was extremely easy to clean. You you submerge the whisking part into the soapy water and turn it on a few times, and then just rinse it afterwards.If you are really serious about getting frothy milk and other drinks I would recommend that you check out one of those <hl> steamers <hl>. If you are less picky about such things than this small frother would be more than adequate.**** Product provided for review purposes. ****

If you are really serious about getting frothy milk and other drinks I would recommend that you check out one of those <hl> steamers <hl> .


Question: How does the product work in the dishwasher?

These are a happy addition to my kitchen. I like the bright colors. They handle the dishwasher just fine. The handles are sturdy enough not to bend when measuring brown sugar or other "heavy" ingredients. I recommend them.

Answer: just fine

They handle the dishwasher just fine .

These are a happy addition to my kitchen. I like the bright colors. <hl> They handle the dishwasher just fine . <hl> The handles are sturdy enough not to bend when measuring brown sugar or other "heavy" ingredients. I recommend them.

These are a happy addition to my kitchen. I like the bright colors. They handle the dishwasher <hl> just fine <hl>. The handles are sturdy enough not to bend when measuring brown sugar or other "heavy" ingredients. I recommend them.

They handle the dishwasher <hl> just fine <hl> .


Question: Where can you hang this item?

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

Answer: shower rod

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

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

For those of us who can't use a regular shower caddy (e.g. with a claw foot tub) and need to hang something on the <hl> shower rod <hl> , this works as advertised.


Question: Do the get misshapen?

These work really well for muffins and cupcakes. They're sturdy, and can stand up on their own. They can take plenty of heat, but they can also go into the freezer without a problem. Getting even still warm muffins or cupcakes out of these is no problem at all. Clean up is easy...whatever you've put in these comes right off without any scrubbing. They easily go into the dishwasher, even when you don't have a whole lot of room, they're so flexible, they fit just about anywhere. Then, they bounce back to their original shape with no problem. I also like the fact that you're not using up a lot of paper cupcake cups, so, they're environmentally friendly, too!

Answer: they bounce back to their original shape with no problem

These work really well for muffins and cupcakes. They're sturdy, and can stand up on their own. They can take plenty of heat, but they can also go into the freezer without a problem. Getting even still warm muffins or cupcakes out of these is no problem at all. Clean up is easy...whatever you've put in these comes right off without any scrubbing. They easily go into the dishwasher, even when you don't have a whole lot of room, they're so flexible, they fit just about anywhere. <hl> Then, they bounce back to their original shape with no problem . <hl> I also like the fact that you're not using up a lot of paper cupcake cups, so, they're environmentally friendly, too!

These work really well for muffins and cupcakes. They're sturdy, and can stand up on their own. They can take plenty of heat, but they can also go into the freezer without a problem. Getting even still warm muffins or cupcakes out of these is no problem at all. Clean up is easy...whatever you've put in these comes right off without any scrubbing. They easily go into the dishwasher, even when you don't have a whole lot of room, they're so flexible, they fit just about anywhere. Then, <hl> they bounce back to their original shape with no problem <hl>. I also like the fact that you're not using up a lot of paper cupcake cups, so, they're environmentally friendly, too!

Then, <hl> they bounce back to their original shape with no problem <hl> .


Question: What is the material that they are compose of?

These sheets are made of good, heavy fabric. I ordered them for a full-size bed. The only down side is that when they come out of the dryer, they appear wrinkled. However since I'm the one using these sheets, that doesn't bother me (it would if I was using them on a guest bed). They're sturdy, very crisp and comfortable and are fully cut to fit the bed, especially the fitted sheet. They also give you 4 pillowcases (I only need 2) but that's a nice touch. For the price, I think they are very good sheets and a good buy.

Answer: good, heavy fabric

<hl> These sheets are made of good, heavy fabric . <hl> I ordered them for a full-size bed. The only down side is that when they come out of the dryer, they appear wrinkled. However since I'm the one using these sheets, that doesn't bother me (it would if I was using them on a guest bed). They're sturdy, very crisp and comfortable and are fully cut to fit the bed, especially the fitted sheet. They also give you 4 pillowcases (I only need 2) but that's a nice touch. For the price, I think they are very good sheets and a good buy.

These sheets are made of <hl> good, heavy fabric <hl>. I ordered them for a full-size bed. The only down side is that when they come out of the dryer, they appear wrinkled. However since I'm the one using these sheets, that doesn't bother me (it would if I was using them on a guest bed). They're sturdy, very crisp and comfortable and are fully cut to fit the bed, especially the fitted sheet. They also give you 4 pillowcases (I only need 2) but that's a nice touch. For the price, I think they are very good sheets and a good buy.

These sheets are made of <hl> good, heavy fabric <hl> .