Question: How much less is the pan from amazon than Macy's?

I purchased this pan at Macy's, and love it so much that I have put a second one on my Amazon Wish List (about $3 less than Macy's).The non-stick surface works like a charm - with just a little bit of greasing ahead of time, nothing sticks. Cleanup is a snap, with just some soapy water and a sponge.The pan is sturdy, distributes heat evenly, and most importantly - the bottom latches securely into the top, forming a solid seal that does not leak.I cannot think of any negatives for this pan (I cannot say the same for another no-name brand pan that will be tossed out as soon as I get my 2nd Anolon)

Answer: about $3 less

<hl> I purchased this pan at Macy's, and love it so much that I have put a second one on my Amazon Wish List ( about $3 less than Macy's).The non-stick surface works like a charm - with just a little bit of greasing ahead of time, nothing sticks. <hl> Cleanup is a snap, with just some soapy water and a sponge. The pan is sturdy, distributes heat evenly, and most importantly - the bottom latches securely into the top, forming a solid seal that does not leak. I cannot think of any negatives for this pan (I cannot say the same for another no-name brand pan that will be tossed out as soon as I get my 2nd Anolon)

I purchased this pan at Macy's, and love it so much that I have put a second one on my Amazon Wish List (<hl> about $3 less <hl> than Macy's).The non-stick surface works like a charm - with just a little bit of greasing ahead of time, nothing sticks. Cleanup is a snap, with just some soapy water and a sponge.The pan is sturdy, distributes heat evenly, and most importantly - the bottom latches securely into the top, forming a solid seal that does not leak.I cannot think of any negatives for this pan (I cannot say the same for another no-name brand pan that will be tossed out as soon as I get my 2nd Anolon)

I purchased this pan at Macy's, and love it so much that I have put a second one on my Amazon Wish List ( <hl> about $3 less <hl> than Macy's).The non-stick surface works like a charm - with just a little bit of greasing ahead of time, nothing sticks.


Question: What isnt removable?

Not much I really like about it other than it's a 12 cup thermal brewer. Things I don't like. When you take the pot out after brewing the basket drips some. The pot has a very small opening. You can't get your hand inside to wash it. Not even my wife's very tiny hand. You have to have man like hands to open the pot. The top outside diameter is huge. The water level is on the back side. You can't see it from the front. The water tank isn't removable making it more difficult to fill. I have not experienced the thing peeing coffee all over the counter top as many have mentioned. It is no where close to being the complete thermal brewer my beloved Starbucks Baristta, RIP, was. I'll probably end up giving it to my daughter-in-law.Not sure what I would buy.Update: It's toast. My wife and I hate this thing. Hope the daughter-in-law likes it. I'm looking at a Mr. Coffee Optimal Brew 10 cup thermal. It has a wider mouth, removable tank and side loading filter basket. Would like a 12 cup but they are virtually non-existent. That Dyson guy needs to look into making a real good coffee maker.Update #2. Bought the Mr. Coffee machine and couldn't be more satisfied. No mess, water tank is a breeze to fill, comes with gold filter (although we use disposable brown filters), shorter than the nightmare above and less $. The only raps on the Mr. Coffee is that is only 10 cups, would prefer 12 and has a disposable water filter. WE have RO water so tossed that a week ago. OK if you don't have any filtration system. They good for a month, not sure what they cost. Bottomline, Mr. Coffee you're the best I could find.

Answer: water tank

Not much I really like about it other than it's a 12 cup thermal brewer. Things I don't like. When you take the pot out after brewing the basket drips some. The pot has a very small opening. You can't get your hand inside to wash it. Not even my wife's very tiny hand. You have to have man like hands to open the pot. The top outside diameter is huge. The water level is on the back side. You can't see it from the front. <hl> The water tank isn't removable making it more difficult to fill. <hl> I have not experienced the thing peeing coffee all over the counter top as many have mentioned. It is no where close to being the complete thermal brewer my beloved Starbucks Baristta, RIP, was. I'll probably end up giving it to my daughter-in-law. Not sure what I would buy. Update: It's toast. My wife and I hate this thing. Hope the daughter-in-law likes it. I'm looking at a Mr. Coffee Optimal Brew 10 cup thermal. It has a wider mouth, removable tank and side loading filter basket. Would like a 12 cup but they are virtually non-existent. That Dyson guy needs to look into making a real good coffee maker. Update #2. Bought the Mr. Coffee machine and couldn't be more satisfied. No mess, water tank is a breeze to fill, comes with gold filter (although we use disposable brown filters), shorter than the nightmare above and less $. The only raps on the Mr. Coffee is that is only 10 cups, would prefer 12 and has a disposable water filter. WE have RO water so tossed that a week ago. OK if you don't have any filtration system. They good for a month, not sure what they cost. Bottomline, Mr. Coffee you're the best I could find.

Not much I really like about it other than it's a 12 cup thermal brewer. Things I don't like. When you take the pot out after brewing the basket drips some. The pot has a very small opening. You can't get your hand inside to wash it. Not even my wife's very tiny hand. You have to have man like hands to open the pot. The top outside diameter is huge. The water level is on the back side. You can't see it from the front. The <hl> water tank <hl> isn't removable making it more difficult to fill. I have not experienced the thing peeing coffee all over the counter top as many have mentioned. It is no where close to being the complete thermal brewer my beloved Starbucks Baristta, RIP, was. I'll probably end up giving it to my daughter-in-law.Not sure what I would buy.Update: It's toast. My wife and I hate this thing. Hope the daughter-in-law likes it. I'm looking at a Mr. Coffee Optimal Brew 10 cup thermal. It has a wider mouth, removable tank and side loading filter basket. Would like a 12 cup but they are virtually non-existent. That Dyson guy needs to look into making a real good coffee maker.Update #2. Bought the Mr. Coffee machine and couldn't be more satisfied. No mess, water tank is a breeze to fill, comes with gold filter (although we use disposable brown filters), shorter than the nightmare above and less $. The only raps on the Mr. Coffee is that is only 10 cups, would prefer 12 and has a disposable water filter. WE have RO water so tossed that a week ago. OK if you don't have any filtration system. They good for a month, not sure what they cost. Bottomline, Mr. Coffee you're the best I could find.


Question: What is the brand of the item I got?

I got this so as not to wake others when grinding coffee in the morning, but it makes only slightly less noise than my Starbucks machine which does a better job. The Norpro makes you take the handle off to adjust the fineness of the grind, which is kind of inconvenient, and the grounds don't come out as even as my other machine. But it looks great on the counter, and the removable drawer that holds the grounds is a cool feature once you get used to how many beans to put in before it fills up (since it's not see-through). Guests always have fun using it.

Answer: Norpro

I got this so as not to wake others when grinding coffee in the morning, but it makes only slightly less noise than my Starbucks machine which does a better job. <hl> The Norpro makes you take the handle off to adjust the fineness of the grind, which is kind of inconvenient, and the grounds don't come out as even as my other machine. <hl> But it looks great on the counter, and the removable drawer that holds the grounds is a cool feature once you get used to how many beans to put in before it fills up (since it's not see-through). Guests always have fun using it.

I got this so as not to wake others when grinding coffee in the morning, but it makes only slightly less noise than my Starbucks machine which does a better job. The <hl> Norpro <hl> makes you take the handle off to adjust the fineness of the grind, which is kind of inconvenient, and the grounds don't come out as even as my other machine. But it looks great on the counter, and the removable drawer that holds the grounds is a cool feature once you get used to how many beans to put in before it fills up (since it's not see-through). Guests always have fun using it.


Question: How long does this last

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

Answer: five years that finally wore out after three or more times use per week

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

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

I've owned one for over <hl> five years that finally wore out after three or more times use per week <hl> .I decided to buy the Cuisinart because it had better reviews, last time I'll listen to the reviews here.


Question: What kind of bottles can you put in it?

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: bottles of fluids

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

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


Question: What are these items made of?

As a child, I regularly had soft boiled eggs in egg holders similar, though not identical to these. I probably went over 40 years without having a soft boiled egg. Recently I warched the movie "Iron Lady" where Meryll Streep portrays Margaret Thatcher. In the opening scene of that film Thatcher serves soft boiled eggs in holders similar to these and it planted the seed in me to start eating soft boiled eggs again.Yes, these are porcelain, but knowing that, they're not unusually fragile - they're as fragile, indeed I believe LESS so, than a reasonable person would expect from porcelain. I think less so because they're actually pretty heavy. I don't envision the spoons breaking unless they're dropped. If used solely to crack eggs they're just fine.It's a nice set and One I think represents good value when compared to others available at this Website at the time of this writing. My set came with five spoons. I don't know if that was an error on the part of the ackaging company or if they've decided to add an extra just in case.

Answer: porcelain

As a child, I regularly had soft boiled eggs in egg holders similar, though not identical to these. I probably went over 40 years without having a soft boiled egg. Recently I warched the movie "Iron Lady" where Meryll Streep portrays Margaret Thatcher. In the opening scene of that film Thatcher serves soft boiled eggs in holders similar to these and it planted the seed in me to start eating soft boiled eggs again. <hl> Yes, these are porcelain , but knowing that, they're not unusually fragile - they're as fragile, indeed I believe LESS so, than a reasonable person would expect from porcelain. <hl> I think less so because they're actually pretty heavy. I don't envision the spoons breaking unless they're dropped. If used solely to crack eggs they're just fine. It's a nice set and One I think represents good value when compared to others available at this Website at the time of this writing. My set came with five spoons. I don't know if that was an error on the part of the ackaging company or if they've decided to add an extra just in case.

As a child, I regularly had soft boiled eggs in egg holders similar, though not identical to these. I probably went over 40 years without having a soft boiled egg. Recently I warched the movie "Iron Lady" where Meryll Streep portrays Margaret Thatcher. In the opening scene of that film Thatcher serves soft boiled eggs in holders similar to these and it planted the seed in me to start eating soft boiled eggs again.Yes, these are <hl> porcelain <hl>, but knowing that, they're not unusually fragile - they're as fragile, indeed I believe LESS so, than a reasonable person would expect from porcelain. I think less so because they're actually pretty heavy. I don't envision the spoons breaking unless they're dropped. If used solely to crack eggs they're just fine.It's a nice set and One I think represents good value when compared to others available at this Website at the time of this writing. My set came with five spoons. I don't know if that was an error on the part of the ackaging company or if they've decided to add an extra just in case.

Yes, these are <hl> porcelain <hl> , but knowing that, they're not unusually fragile - they're as fragile, indeed I believe LESS so, than a reasonable person would expect from porcelain.


Question: How long ago was the product purchased?

I was always told that Eureka was a good brand and I loved the features of this vacuum! It was cheap enough so I bought it online from walmart for $99 plus shipping since this model is only avalible online. I purchased it 6 months ago and the first month was great, I actually loved it. After that first month it's usless! If you have ANY kind of sand or dirt in your carpet, it will do nothing than toss it back at your feet and spread it around. I thought if I cleaned all the filters it would help, it didn't. The duster spinner is also useless, doesn't even suck the dirt off of that!Don't waste your time or money on this one, spend the extra $ and get something good! In my opinion, a vacuum with a bag. I have had 3 bagless vacuums in a years time and every one of them you have to get the dirt on your hands at some point in time weather if it's cleaning the filter(s) and or the bucket that holds the dirt that just flys everywhere and you have to vacuum that area again! I will be buying a bagged vacuum cleaner from now on!!

Answer: 6 months ago

I was always told that Eureka was a good brand and I loved the features of this vacuum! It was cheap enough so I bought it online from walmart for $99 plus shipping since this model is only avalible online. <hl> I purchased it 6 months ago and the first month was great, I actually loved it. <hl> After that first month it's usless! If you have ANY kind of sand or dirt in your carpet, it will do nothing than toss it back at your feet and spread it around. I thought if I cleaned all the filters it would help, it didn't. The duster spinner is also useless, doesn't even suck the dirt off of that!Don't waste your time or money on this one, spend the extra $ and get something good! In my opinion, a vacuum with a bag. I have had 3 bagless vacuums in a years time and every one of them you have to get the dirt on your hands at some point in time weather if it's cleaning the filter(s) and or the bucket that holds the dirt that just flys everywhere and you have to vacuum that area again! I will be buying a bagged vacuum cleaner from now on!!

I was always told that Eureka was a good brand and I loved the features of this vacuum! It was cheap enough so I bought it online from walmart for $99 plus shipping since this model is only avalible online. I purchased it <hl> 6 months ago <hl> and the first month was great, I actually loved it. After that first month it's usless! If you have ANY kind of sand or dirt in your carpet, it will do nothing than toss it back at your feet and spread it around. I thought if I cleaned all the filters it would help, it didn't. The duster spinner is also useless, doesn't even suck the dirt off of that!Don't waste your time or money on this one, spend the extra $ and get something good! In my opinion, a vacuum with a bag. I have had 3 bagless vacuums in a years time and every one of them you have to get the dirt on your hands at some point in time weather if it's cleaning the filter(s) and or the bucket that holds the dirt that just flys everywhere and you have to vacuum that area again! I will be buying a bagged vacuum cleaner from now on!!


Question: What was the brand of toaster oven owned for 15 years?

If you can find a toaster oven better than the Breville buy it and let everyone know what it is!!! I've had mine 3 years now so I know what I'm talking about, it replaced a Toast Master convection oven I had for 15 years, tells you how good that Toast Master was. I read these reviews and I wonder why sometimes people submit a review without really knowing the product. This oven is better that the GE big oven in my kitchen and takes 15% less time and probably 30% less electricity. I've cooked chickens to perfection, blueberry pecan bread to die for, steaks rare to well done, toast that my very expensive Kitchen Aid toaster would be proud of and all of this in a little compact powerful machine. It's got its own brain so if yours isn't working quite right it will keep you on track, does not heat up your kitchen, is stainless steel and you get what you paid for. I've given 3 of these away and everyone loves this unit. Thanks Breville your are the best.

Answer: Toast Master

If you can find a toaster oven better than the Breville buy it and let everyone know what it is!!! <hl> I've had mine 3 years now so I know what I'm talking about, it replaced a Toast Master convection oven I had for 15 years, tells you how good that Toast Master was. <hl> I read these reviews and I wonder why sometimes people submit a review without really knowing the product. This oven is better that the GE big oven in my kitchen and takes 15% less time and probably 30% less electricity. I've cooked chickens to perfection, blueberry pecan bread to die for, steaks rare to well done, toast that my very expensive Kitchen Aid toaster would be proud of and all of this in a little compact powerful machine. It's got its own brain so if yours isn't working quite right it will keep you on track, does not heat up your kitchen, is stainless steel and you get what you paid for. I've given 3 of these away and everyone loves this unit. Thanks Breville your are the best.

If you can find a toaster oven better than the Breville buy it and let everyone know what it is!!! I've had mine 3 years now so I know what I'm talking about, it replaced a <hl> Toast Master <hl> convection oven I had for 15 years, tells you how good that Toast Master was. I read these reviews and I wonder why sometimes people submit a review without really knowing the product. This oven is better that the GE big oven in my kitchen and takes 15% less time and probably 30% less electricity. I've cooked chickens to perfection, blueberry pecan bread to die for, steaks rare to well done, toast that my very expensive Kitchen Aid toaster would be proud of and all of this in a little compact powerful machine. It's got its own brain so if yours isn't working quite right it will keep you on track, does not heat up your kitchen, is stainless steel and you get what you paid for. I've given 3 of these away and everyone loves this unit. Thanks Breville your are the best.


Question: Is it hard to peel the paper off the frozen burger?

This patty press is just perfect. You can't beat the price. It cleans up in a snap. We make 1/4 lb. and 1/2 lb. burgers without much effort. The bottom part has a piece that lifts out, so you don't have to worry about the burgers sticking. The bottom piece impresses a dimple into the burgers, so they cook more evenly and don't puff up in the middle. The shape is perfect and fits nicely on the bun. One thing we discovered by trial and error is: if you are using the patty papers for freezing, don't put the paper in the press. Press out your burgers first, then layer the papers in between the burgers to prevent sticking when frozen. When you put the paper into the press, the paper gets embedded into the meat and it is very difficult to peel the paper off of the frozen burger.

Answer: very difficult

This patty press is just perfect. You can't beat the price. It cleans up in a snap. We make 1/4 lb. and 1/2 lb. burgers without much effort. The bottom part has a piece that lifts out, so you don't have to worry about the burgers sticking. The bottom piece impresses a dimple into the burgers, so they cook more evenly and don't puff up in the middle. The shape is perfect and fits nicely on the bun. One thing we discovered by trial and error is: if you are using the patty papers for freezing, don't put the paper in the press. Press out your burgers first, then layer the papers in between the burgers to prevent sticking when frozen. <hl> When you put the paper into the press, the paper gets embedded into the meat and it is very difficult to peel the paper off of the frozen burger. <hl>

This patty press is just perfect. You can't beat the price. It cleans up in a snap. We make 1/4 lb. and 1/2 lb. burgers without much effort. The bottom part has a piece that lifts out, so you don't have to worry about the burgers sticking. The bottom piece impresses a dimple into the burgers, so they cook more evenly and don't puff up in the middle. The shape is perfect and fits nicely on the bun. One thing we discovered by trial and error is: if you are using the patty papers for freezing, don't put the paper in the press. Press out your burgers first, then layer the papers in between the burgers to prevent sticking when frozen. When you put the paper into the press, the paper gets embedded into the meat and it is <hl> very difficult <hl> to peel the paper off of the frozen burger.


Question: How does the reviewer describe the look of the product?

Just started using this. First K cup machine purchase (dual brewing system). The K Cup side is limited to 10oz per brewing, which in my house means at least 2 KC to a "real" mug of coffee. Maybe that's normal for K Cup brewers, but I think it's a bit wasteful -packaging-wise and means you have to hang out to brew the second one before drinking your full-mug of coffee. I'll adapt :-) Drink half now and then brew more? The instructions are a bit misleading about the KCup process, but you'll figure it out. Don't really like that BOTH warmers heat up -instead of just the one you are using. The main pot got pretty darn hot while I was using the KC side. Only other thing to mention is it's a bit loud when it brews using the KCup side. Space is ok, appearance is ok. I would say it's a good purchase if the price is good. I think the dual brew option is the primary reason we purchased this particular machine, so with that in mind I'd give it a 5 star rating, but the lack of a temperature setting along with no separate warming option is why it's a 4 star IMO.

Answer: ok

Space is ok , appearance is ok.

Just started using this. First K cup machine purchase (dual brewing system). The K Cup side is limited to 10oz per brewing, which in my house means at least 2 KC to a "real" mug of coffee. Maybe that's normal for K Cup brewers, but I think it's a bit wasteful -packaging-wise and means you have to hang out to brew the second one before drinking your full-mug of coffee. I'll adapt :-) Drink half now and then brew more? The instructions are a bit misleading about the KCup process, but you'll figure it out. Don't really like that BOTH warmers heat up -instead of just the one you are using. The main pot got pretty darn hot while I was using the KC side. Only other thing to mention is it's a bit loud when it brews using the KCup side. <hl> Space is ok , appearance is ok. <hl> I would say it's a good purchase if the price is good. I think the dual brew option is the primary reason we purchased this particular machine, so with that in mind I'd give it a 5 star rating, but the lack of a temperature setting along with no separate warming option is why it's a 4 star IMO.

Just started using this. First K cup machine purchase (dual brewing system). The K Cup side is limited to 10oz per brewing, which in my house means at least 2 KC to a "real" mug of coffee. Maybe that's normal for K Cup brewers, but I think it's a bit wasteful -packaging-wise and means you have to hang out to brew the second one before drinking your full-mug of coffee. I'll adapt :-) Drink half now and then brew more? The instructions are a bit misleading about the KCup process, but you'll figure it out. Don't really like that BOTH warmers heat up -instead of just the one you are using. The main pot got pretty darn hot while I was using the KC side. Only other thing to mention is it's a bit loud when it brews using the KCup side. Space is <hl> ok <hl>, appearance is ok. I would say it's a good purchase if the price is good. I think the dual brew option is the primary reason we purchased this particular machine, so with that in mind I'd give it a 5 star rating, but the lack of a temperature setting along with no separate warming option is why it's a 4 star IMO.

Space is <hl> ok <hl> , appearance is ok.


Question: What is the greatest advantage of the blender?

I bought this last night from a brick and mortar store, I didn't want to wait for shipping. So far I am impressed. I am following a 3 day detox/cleanse from Dr. Oz's site, so I picked up this blender. The unit feels really well built and sturdy. The grips on the bottom of the device are like superglue, the device is not going to go anywhere. It packs a punch and does so without making you wish you had ear protection. It does not take up too much counter space, which is a huge plus. So far I am happy with it. I read the booklets that came with it and made sure to follow the directions. One of the books has recipes and is very bright with color. I made 3 shakes with it last night and it powered right through them. I had no leaking and everything was very well blended.Owned it for one day, no regrets about my purchase.

Answer: It does not take up too much counter space

I bought this last night from a brick and mortar store, I didn't want to wait for shipping. So far I am impressed. I am following a 3 day detox/cleanse from Dr. Oz's site, so I picked up this blender. The unit feels really well built and sturdy. The grips on the bottom of the device are like superglue, the device is not going to go anywhere. It packs a punch and does so without making you wish you had ear protection. <hl> It does not take up too much counter space , which is a huge plus. <hl> So far I am happy with it. I read the booklets that came with it and made sure to follow the directions. One of the books has recipes and is very bright with color. I made 3 shakes with it last night and it powered right through them. I had no leaking and everything was very well blended. Owned it for one day, no regrets about my purchase.

I bought this last night from a brick and mortar store, I didn't want to wait for shipping. So far I am impressed. I am following a 3 day detox/cleanse from Dr. Oz's site, so I picked up this blender. The unit feels really well built and sturdy. The grips on the bottom of the device are like superglue, the device is not going to go anywhere. It packs a punch and does so without making you wish you had ear protection. <hl> It does not take up too much counter space <hl>, which is a huge plus. So far I am happy with it. I read the booklets that came with it and made sure to follow the directions. One of the books has recipes and is very bright with color. I made 3 shakes with it last night and it powered right through them. I had no leaking and everything was very well blended.Owned it for one day, no regrets about my purchase.

<hl> It does not take up too much counter space <hl> , which is a huge plus.


Question: What did the customer used to add to their loaves of bread?

I have been using this breadmaker for over an year now and every loaf comes out marvelous! It looks sharp, and its easy to clean.I found that adding an egg or two, and sometimes a little beer to the bread recipes makes the loafs come out FLUFFY FLUFFY FLUFFY!Wonderful!AND... at only about $1/loaf for ingredients, it pays for itself within a few months.***************************December 24, 2013Breadmaker stopped kneading/working and emitted burnt electronics smells. Here it is, Christmas Eve, and I have another piece of worthless Cuisinart junk although I used to swear by this brand. I had to buy a $20. replacement bin a few months earlier because that had fallen apart as well.I made about 2 loaves a month with this breadmaker, so it sure wasn't overworked.It hardly survived to the two year mark and that seems wrong to me because this product was not cheap and I took good care of it.I am done with Cuisinart.

Answer: adding an egg or two, and sometimes a little beer to the bread

I have been using this breadmaker for over an year now and every loaf comes out marvelous! It looks sharp, and its easy to clean. <hl> I found that adding an egg or two, and sometimes a little beer to the bread recipes makes the loafs come out FLUFFY FLUFFY FLUFFY!Wonderful!AND... at only about $1/loaf for ingredients, it pays for itself within a few months.***************************December 24, 2013Breadmaker stopped kneading/working and emitted burnt electronics smells. <hl> Here it is, Christmas Eve, and I have another piece of worthless Cuisinart junk although I used to swear by this brand. I had to buy a $20. replacement bin a few months earlier because that had fallen apart as well. I made about 2 loaves a month with this breadmaker, so it sure wasn't overworked. It hardly survived to the two year mark and that seems wrong to me because this product was not cheap and I took good care of it. I am done with Cuisinart.

I have been using this breadmaker for over an year now and every loaf comes out marvelous! It looks sharp, and its easy to clean.I found that <hl> adding an egg or two, and sometimes a little beer to the bread <hl> recipes makes the loafs come out FLUFFY FLUFFY FLUFFY!Wonderful!AND... at only about $1/loaf for ingredients, it pays for itself within a few months.***************************December 24, 2013Breadmaker stopped kneading/working and emitted burnt electronics smells. Here it is, Christmas Eve, and I have another piece of worthless Cuisinart junk although I used to swear by this brand. I had to buy a $20. replacement bin a few months earlier because that had fallen apart as well.I made about 2 loaves a month with this breadmaker, so it sure wasn't overworked.It hardly survived to the two year mark and that seems wrong to me because this product was not cheap and I took good care of it.I am done with Cuisinart.


Question: What is the major complaint about this product?

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

Answer: irritating to wash

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

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


Question: What fluffed up the pillow?

I ordered this pillow because I was sick of the department store pillows going flat after a few months of use. It came packaged well, fluffed up in the dryer, and has kept up its shape so far (almost 4 months). However, I started getting headaches, which I never do. I don't drink alcohol or caffeine and couldn't think of anything other than this pillow. I switched back to a regular pillow and the headaches stopped. I think the pillow is too firm and it pinched a nerve or something while I slept (stomach sleeper). I still use it when propped up in bed reading or watching tv, but not for sleeping because it's not worth the headaches.

Answer: dryer

I ordered this pillow because I was sick of the department store pillows going flat after a few months of use. <hl> It came packaged well, fluffed up in the dryer , and has kept up its shape so far (almost 4 months). <hl> However, I started getting headaches, which I never do. I don't drink alcohol or caffeine and couldn't think of anything other than this pillow. I switched back to a regular pillow and the headaches stopped. I think the pillow is too firm and it pinched a nerve or something while I slept (stomach sleeper). I still use it when propped up in bed reading or watching tv, but not for sleeping because it's not worth the headaches.

I ordered this pillow because I was sick of the department store pillows going flat after a few months of use. It came packaged well, fluffed up in the <hl> dryer <hl>, and has kept up its shape so far (almost 4 months). However, I started getting headaches, which I never do. I don't drink alcohol or caffeine and couldn't think of anything other than this pillow. I switched back to a regular pillow and the headaches stopped. I think the pillow is too firm and it pinched a nerve or something while I slept (stomach sleeper). I still use it when propped up in bed reading or watching tv, but not for sleeping because it's not worth the headaches.

It came packaged well, fluffed up in the <hl> dryer <hl> , and has kept up its shape so far (almost 4 months).


Question: What makes the process go quicker than usual?

I do not use the julienne tool but the peeler alone is worth the money. It is the best peeler I have ever used. It is very slightly serrated and has never gotten dull. If you've never used a horizontal blade, the vertical peeling motion can be off-putting at first but once you get used to it, you'll find the downward - instead of sideways - motion more natural, and the longer strokes will make you faster at peeling and the slight serrate on the blade makes every stroke stick. You can get into a fast rhythm instead of the peeler sliding off the veggie/fruit every couple of strokes with a flat-bladed peeler.

Answer: the longer strokes

I do not use the julienne tool but the peeler alone is worth the money. It is the best peeler I have ever used. It is very slightly serrated and has never gotten dull. <hl> If you've never used a horizontal blade, the vertical peeling motion can be off-putting at first but once you get used to it, you'll find the downward - instead of sideways - motion more natural, and the longer strokes will make you faster at peeling and the slight serrate on the blade makes every stroke stick. <hl> You can get into a fast rhythm instead of the peeler sliding off the veggie/fruit every couple of strokes with a flat-bladed peeler.

I do not use the julienne tool but the peeler alone is worth the money. It is the best peeler I have ever used. It is very slightly serrated and has never gotten dull. If you've never used a horizontal blade, the vertical peeling motion can be off-putting at first but once you get used to it, you'll find the downward - instead of sideways - motion more natural, and <hl> the longer strokes <hl> will make you faster at peeling and the slight serrate on the blade makes every stroke stick. You can get into a fast rhythm instead of the peeler sliding off the veggie/fruit every couple of strokes with a flat-bladed peeler.


Question: What did the reviewers state about the product?

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

Answer: flimsy

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

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


Question: What did this person buy?

I was interested in this for one purpose: to hold my pastry mat in place. Though it is "non slip" - it does, indeed, move around. So when I received the non slip table mat - I went right to work making some cinnamon rolls using the non slip mat under my pastry mat. What a joy! It firmly keeps the pastry map in place - no more chasing the dough around the table! As a bonus - I had sliced my right hand on a mandolin (and then my husband sliced his finger on it when trying to put it away - we threw it in the trash!Oxo Good Grips V-Blade Mandolin Slicerand had to get stitches and my right hand is bandaged up. Of course, my hand is a bit weaker now and cumbersome with the bandages... and I was trying to open a bottle of parmesan cheese and couldn't open it. Then I remembered that the non-slip mat could be used to open bottles and used it - it worked! So I would think this would be very helpful to those who have compromised hand strength. I love it!

Answer: non slip table mat

I was interested in this for one purpose: to hold my pastry mat in place. Though it is "non slip" - it does, indeed, move around. <hl> So when I received the non slip table mat - I went right to work making some cinnamon rolls using the non slip mat under my pastry mat. <hl> What a joy! It firmly keeps the pastry map in place - no more chasing the dough around the table! As a bonus - I had sliced my right hand on a mandolin (and then my husband sliced his finger on it when trying to put it away - we threw it in the trash!Oxo Good Grips V-Blade Mandolin Slicerand had to get stitches and my right hand is bandaged up. Of course, my hand is a bit weaker now and cumbersome with the bandages... and I was trying to open a bottle of parmesan cheese and couldn't open it. Then I remembered that the non-slip mat could be used to open bottles and used it - it worked! So I would think this would be very helpful to those who have compromised hand strength. I love it!

I was interested in this for one purpose: to hold my pastry mat in place. Though it is "non slip" - it does, indeed, move around. So when I received the <hl> non slip table mat <hl> - I went right to work making some cinnamon rolls using the non slip mat under my pastry mat. What a joy! It firmly keeps the pastry map in place - no more chasing the dough around the table! As a bonus - I had sliced my right hand on a mandolin (and then my husband sliced his finger on it when trying to put it away - we threw it in the trash!Oxo Good Grips V-Blade Mandolin Slicerand had to get stitches and my right hand is bandaged up. Of course, my hand is a bit weaker now and cumbersome with the bandages... and I was trying to open a bottle of parmesan cheese and couldn't open it. Then I remembered that the non-slip mat could be used to open bottles and used it - it worked! So I would think this would be very helpful to those who have compromised hand strength. I love it!


Question: Where is the product stored?

This is a fantastic piece. I had had all of my jewelry in a drawer, but it was getting too cramped, so I bought this. It's compact yet has lots of room and compartments. It hangs nicely in a closet and doesn't take up much space. The best part (and I didn't realize until I got it) is that it will easily fit into a small suitcase, which makes it great for bringing (and keeping safe!) all your favorite jewelry when traveling. There are pockets on both sides, so you can store a lot of stuff. I'm so happy I bought this and highly recommend it!

Answer: closet

This is a fantastic piece. I had had all of my jewelry in a drawer, but it was getting too cramped, so I bought this. It's compact yet has lots of room and compartments. <hl> It hangs nicely in a closet and doesn't take up much space. <hl> The best part (and I didn't realize until I got it) is that it will easily fit into a small suitcase, which makes it great for bringing (and keeping safe!) all your favorite jewelry when traveling. There are pockets on both sides, so you can store a lot of stuff. I'm so happy I bought this and highly recommend it!

This is a fantastic piece. I had had all of my jewelry in a drawer, but it was getting too cramped, so I bought this. It's compact yet has lots of room and compartments. It hangs nicely in a <hl> closet <hl> and doesn't take up much space. The best part (and I didn't realize until I got it) is that it will easily fit into a small suitcase, which makes it great for bringing (and keeping safe!) all your favorite jewelry when traveling. There are pockets on both sides, so you can store a lot of stuff. I'm so happy I bought this and highly recommend it!


Question: What is this for?

Being retired and living alone I was looking for a slow cooker to be able to cook enough to make a couple of meals and something that worked and worked well. I had a couple of other slow cookers that I wasn't that happy with so looked for another and found this and it looked like what I wanted so bought it. I have been using it since I received it and in fact cooking tonight's meal in it and must say I love this slow cooker. I like the digital timer and cooking level and it works and works well. If I could give it more stars I would as this cooker is more then worth the money and I can not find any faults with it.

Answer: make a couple of meals

<hl> Being retired and living alone I was looking for a slow cooker to be able to cook enough to make a couple of meals and something that worked and worked well. <hl> I had a couple of other slow cookers that I wasn't that happy with so looked for another and found this and it looked like what I wanted so bought it. I have been using it since I received it and in fact cooking tonight's meal in it and must say I love this slow cooker. I like the digital timer and cooking level and it works and works well. If I could give it more stars I would as this cooker is more then worth the money and I can not find any faults with it.

Being retired and living alone I was looking for a slow cooker to be able to cook enough to <hl> make a couple of meals <hl> and something that worked and worked well. I had a couple of other slow cookers that I wasn't that happy with so looked for another and found this and it looked like what I wanted so bought it. I have been using it since I received it and in fact cooking tonight's meal in it and must say I love this slow cooker. I like the digital timer and cooking level and it works and works well. If I could give it more stars I would as this cooker is more then worth the money and I can not find any faults with it.


Question: How long does it take to make the finished product?

The Deni 5600 Yogurt Maker is a good product, especially considering the price. I have found yogurt recipes on the Web that work great in it, but don't count on the booklet that comes with it. Using 1/2 cup of natural Greek yogurt as a starter, 1 1/2 cups of 1% milk, and 1/2 cup of dry milk, I get good yogurt in 10 hours. (There are instructions that go with these ingredients that are too long to list here.) It's still slightly thinner than I like, so I'm going to try using 2% milk next time.The big drawback I've found, which I initially thought would be a plus, is the six 6-oz. jars. I didn't know this, but you don't add flavoring until the yogurt is fully incubated, so having separate containers is no particular advantage. In fact, it's less convenient, since I still empty the yogurt into a small bowl before eating it, and that's when I mix in any fruit or flavoring I want. Consequently, the next yogurt maker I buy will be one with a large, 1-qt. container rather than the small individual ones.

Answer: 10 hours

The Deni 5600 Yogurt Maker is a good product, especially considering the price. I have found yogurt recipes on the Web that work great in it, but don't count on the booklet that comes with it. <hl> Using 1/2 cup of natural Greek yogurt as a starter, 1 1/2 cups of 1% milk, and 1/2 cup of dry milk, I get good yogurt in 10 hours . <hl> (There are instructions that go with these ingredients that are too long to list here.) It's still slightly thinner than I like, so I'm going to try using 2% milk next time. The big drawback I've found, which I initially thought would be a plus, is the six 6-oz. jars. I didn't know this, but you don't add flavoring until the yogurt is fully incubated, so having separate containers is no particular advantage. In fact, it's less convenient, since I still empty the yogurt into a small bowl before eating it, and that's when I mix in any fruit or flavoring I want. Consequently, the next yogurt maker I buy will be one with a large, 1-qt. container rather than the small individual ones.

The Deni 5600 Yogurt Maker is a good product, especially considering the price. I have found yogurt recipes on the Web that work great in it, but don't count on the booklet that comes with it. Using 1/2 cup of natural Greek yogurt as a starter, 1 1/2 cups of 1% milk, and 1/2 cup of dry milk, I get good yogurt in <hl> 10 hours <hl>. (There are instructions that go with these ingredients that are too long to list here.) It's still slightly thinner than I like, so I'm going to try using 2% milk next time.The big drawback I've found, which I initially thought would be a plus, is the six 6-oz. jars. I didn't know this, but you don't add flavoring until the yogurt is fully incubated, so having separate containers is no particular advantage. In fact, it's less convenient, since I still empty the yogurt into a small bowl before eating it, and that's when I mix in any fruit or flavoring I want. Consequently, the next yogurt maker I buy will be one with a large, 1-qt. container rather than the small individual ones.

Using 1/2 cup of natural Greek yogurt as a starter, 1 1/2 cups of 1% milk, and 1/2 cup of dry milk, I get good yogurt in <hl> 10 hours <hl> .


Question: Under what situation does the author make Cream of Wheat more than once a week?

I make Cream of Wheat about once a week (more if I'm sick) and it requires a whisk to stir it into the boiling water so it doesn't lump together. Having non-stick pots, meant I was using a large non metal spoon which left lumps in my Cream of Wheat. This whisk is perfect. No scratches on pot and mixes well, no lumps. It also washes up nicely in the dishwasher. I like this so much, I would buy it to be included with a kitchen themed gift (think bridal showers or weddings).

Answer: sick

<hl> I make Cream of Wheat about once a week (more if I'm sick ) and it requires a whisk to stir it into the boiling water so it doesn't lump together. <hl> Having non-stick pots, meant I was using a large non metal spoon which left lumps in my Cream of Wheat. This whisk is perfect. No scratches on pot and mixes well, no lumps. It also washes up nicely in the dishwasher. I like this so much, I would buy it to be included with a kitchen themed gift (think bridal showers or weddings).

I make Cream of Wheat about once a week (more if I'm <hl> sick <hl>) and it requires a whisk to stir it into the boiling water so it doesn't lump together. Having non-stick pots, meant I was using a large non metal spoon which left lumps in my Cream of Wheat. This whisk is perfect. No scratches on pot and mixes well, no lumps. It also washes up nicely in the dishwasher. I like this so much, I would buy it to be included with a kitchen themed gift (think bridal showers or weddings).

I make Cream of Wheat about once a week (more if I'm <hl> sick <hl> ) and it requires a whisk to stir it into the boiling water so it doesn't lump together.


Question: What is the main reason the reviewer thinks they will need another in the future?

Not sure what the complaints are about but this little guy works as advertised. It light and a little thicker in the glass than my other carafe, still like both. What I like about this one is that the handle does not come out at 90deg. it bends down which makes it easier and safer hold and to clean cause it kind of hooks on your fingers as you clean it. Like all carafes of this type you should basically hand wash rather than stick it in the dish washer they are delicate and I think I like it that way helps keep me patient. I don't really use the lid. unless I have company, I make lattes 2 cups max no lid needed. The lid snaps in place with no problem. I will be ordering another one in the future because there are times I become extra clumsy.

Answer: there are times I become extra clumsy

Not sure what the complaints are about but this little guy works as advertised. It light and a little thicker in the glass than my other carafe, still like both. What I like about this one is that the handle does not come out at 90deg. it bends down which makes it easier and safer hold and to clean cause it kind of hooks on your fingers as you clean it. Like all carafes of this type you should basically hand wash rather than stick it in the dish washer they are delicate and I think I like it that way helps keep me patient. I don't really use the lid. unless I have company, I make lattes 2 cups max no lid needed. The lid snaps in place with no problem. <hl> I will be ordering another one in the future because there are times I become extra clumsy . <hl>

Not sure what the complaints are about but this little guy works as advertised. It light and a little thicker in the glass than my other carafe, still like both. What I like about this one is that the handle does not come out at 90deg. it bends down which makes it easier and safer hold and to clean cause it kind of hooks on your fingers as you clean it. Like all carafes of this type you should basically hand wash rather than stick it in the dish washer they are delicate and I think I like it that way helps keep me patient. I don't really use the lid. unless I have company, I make lattes 2 cups max no lid needed. The lid snaps in place with no problem. I will be ordering another one in the future because <hl> there are times I become extra clumsy <hl>.

I will be ordering another one in the future because <hl> there are times I become extra clumsy <hl> .


Question: what is one flaw of this vacuum?

We bought this to clean our carpeted stairs with. It was just to much of a hassle to clean them with the attachments of our normal upright vacuum so we would basically end up cleaning the first few we could reach from the ground floor and the last few we could reach from the second floor but leaving the stairs in the middle dirty because we didn't want to drag the whole vacuum up and down the stairs.This little thing is perfect for stairs and cleans really well. It's also handy for getting pet hair off of couches and chairs and cleaning out the car at home.The only negative thing I could say about it is that it can be a little loud to use depending on the surrounding area. I don't normally consider it an issue but the stairs going down to our basement have dry wall on both sides of them so it's a pretty tight area and it gets noisy there. I've never thought it was loud anywhere else.

Answer: it can be a little loud

We bought this to clean our carpeted stairs with. It was just to much of a hassle to clean them with the attachments of our normal upright vacuum so we would basically end up cleaning the first few we could reach from the ground floor and the last few we could reach from the second floor but leaving the stairs in the middle dirty because we didn't want to drag the whole vacuum up and down the stairs. This little thing is perfect for stairs and cleans really well. It's also handy for getting pet hair off of couches and chairs and cleaning out the car at home. <hl> The only negative thing I could say about it is that it can be a little loud to use depending on the surrounding area. <hl> I don't normally consider it an issue but the stairs going down to our basement have dry wall on both sides of them so it's a pretty tight area and it gets noisy there. I've never thought it was loud anywhere else.

We bought this to clean our carpeted stairs with. It was just to much of a hassle to clean them with the attachments of our normal upright vacuum so we would basically end up cleaning the first few we could reach from the ground floor and the last few we could reach from the second floor but leaving the stairs in the middle dirty because we didn't want to drag the whole vacuum up and down the stairs.This little thing is perfect for stairs and cleans really well. It's also handy for getting pet hair off of couches and chairs and cleaning out the car at home.The only negative thing I could say about it is that <hl> it can be a little loud <hl> to use depending on the surrounding area. I don't normally consider it an issue but the stairs going down to our basement have dry wall on both sides of them so it's a pretty tight area and it gets noisy there. I've never thought it was loud anywhere else.


Question: What where they suprised that the 24oz. was able to store easily?

I loved the 20 oz. mug so much, I decided to try this 24 oz. small vented casserole. I can't say enough good things about it! It is wonderful for heating/storing a main dish or veggies for two. Don't let the photo fool you. I stored two half chicken breasts with sauce easily. Reheating will not only be simply, the small size prevents the food from becoming over-done and dry. Leftovers travel easily (and spillproof) to work and then the dish goes into the dishwasher... What is not to love??? Best of all, I can bring it to the table and the simple clean lines are perfectly with my Portmeirion pattern. I plan to order a second to use instead of the disposable plastic ware. What a useful product at a very practical size and a great price!

Answer: stored two half chicken breasts with sauce easily.

I loved the 20 oz. mug so much, I decided to try this 24 oz. small vented casserole. I can't say enough good things about it! It is wonderful for heating/storing a main dish or veggies for two. Don't let the photo fool you. <hl> I stored two half chicken breasts with sauce easily. Reheating will not only be simply, the small size prevents the food from becoming over-done and dry. <hl> Leftovers travel easily (and spillproof) to work and then the dish goes into the dishwasher... What is not to love??? Best of all, I can bring it to the table and the simple clean lines are perfectly with my Portmeirion pattern. I plan to order a second to use instead of the disposable plastic ware. What a useful product at a very practical size and a great price!

I loved the 20 oz. mug so much, I decided to try this 24 oz. small vented casserole. I can't say enough good things about it! It is wonderful for heating/storing a main dish or veggies for two. Don't let the photo fool you. I <hl> stored two half chicken breasts with sauce easily. <hl> Reheating will not only be simply, the small size prevents the food from becoming over-done and dry. Leftovers travel easily (and spillproof) to work and then the dish goes into the dishwasher... What is not to love??? Best of all, I can bring it to the table and the simple clean lines are perfectly with my Portmeirion pattern. I plan to order a second to use instead of the disposable plastic ware. What a useful product at a very practical size and a great price!


Question: What tool did the reviewer find useful in putting the cabinet together?

This cabinet is very easy to assemble. It says "no tools", but I found it handy to have a rubber mallet for tapping pieces into place. It is a one-person job, no problem. Once assembled, this unit is pretty sturdy and looks to be very durable.I bought several of these to use in my barn, to keep my equipment and supplies out of the dust that inevitably accumulates. I am a bit disappointed that the front doors don't quite meet each other. There is a gap, up to about a quarter of inch. So these cabinets won't keep the contents as dust-free as if I stored them in stacked plastic bins. And they are definitely not rodent-proof! But they are much handier to use than a pile of plastic bins, so I am still happy with this solution.

Answer: a rubber mallet

This cabinet is very easy to assemble. <hl> It says "no tools", but I found it handy to have a rubber mallet for tapping pieces into place. <hl> It is a one-person job, no problem. Once assembled, this unit is pretty sturdy and looks to be very durable. I bought several of these to use in my barn, to keep my equipment and supplies out of the dust that inevitably accumulates. I am a bit disappointed that the front doors don't quite meet each other. There is a gap, up to about a quarter of inch. So these cabinets won't keep the contents as dust-free as if I stored them in stacked plastic bins. And they are definitely not rodent-proof! But they are much handier to use than a pile of plastic bins, so I am still happy with this solution.

This cabinet is very easy to assemble. It says "no tools", but I found it handy to have <hl> a rubber mallet <hl> for tapping pieces into place. It is a one-person job, no problem. Once assembled, this unit is pretty sturdy and looks to be very durable.I bought several of these to use in my barn, to keep my equipment and supplies out of the dust that inevitably accumulates. I am a bit disappointed that the front doors don't quite meet each other. There is a gap, up to about a quarter of inch. So these cabinets won't keep the contents as dust-free as if I stored them in stacked plastic bins. And they are definitely not rodent-proof! But they are much handier to use than a pile of plastic bins, so I am still happy with this solution.


Question: What Italian pasta accompaniment could also be scooped with this?

Finally have the perfect scoop for making cookies just the size I want them. Gave one of these to a daughter a couple of years ago and have wanted one for myself ever since. Why did I wait so long? The scoop is easy to handle, easy to use, easy to clean and does just what it should - scoop & release cookie dough or (probably) meat balls, etc. Haven't tried anything but dough so far. If you want your cookies a nice, uniform size, this is for you! Oh, and you can make nice, small ice cream scoops also. Kind of cute!

Answer: meat balls

Finally have the perfect scoop for making cookies just the size I want them. Gave one of these to a daughter a couple of years ago and have wanted one for myself ever since. Why did I wait so long? <hl> The scoop is easy to handle, easy to use, easy to clean and does just what it should - scoop & release cookie dough or (probably) meat balls , etc. Haven't tried anything but dough so far. <hl> If you want your cookies a nice, uniform size, this is for you! Oh, and you can make nice, small ice cream scoops also. Kind of cute!

Finally have the perfect scoop for making cookies just the size I want them. Gave one of these to a daughter a couple of years ago and have wanted one for myself ever since. Why did I wait so long? The scoop is easy to handle, easy to use, easy to clean and does just what it should - scoop & release cookie dough or (probably) <hl> meat balls <hl>, etc. Haven't tried anything but dough so far. If you want your cookies a nice, uniform size, this is for you! Oh, and you can make nice, small ice cream scoops also. Kind of cute!

The scoop is easy to handle, easy to use, easy to clean and does just what it should - scoop & release cookie dough or (probably) <hl> meat balls <hl> , etc. Haven't tried anything but dough so far.


Question: What is the heating element made from?

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

Answer: halogen light tube

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

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


Question: What vacuum brand name has been reliable for years?

I have several problems with my arms. It is extremely difficult for me to usean traditional upright vacuum/or a canister type style; where you have to pushand pull with your arms. I invested in an iRobot vacuum; which at first wasjust the ticket. Then it started having issues, EVERY single time I'd use it.And it was rather a pain to go through all the "steps", to try & find the problem.And it keeps beeping at you; and driving you NUTS !!So, for the price; I decided to try this VERY lightweight little upright.For me....it's the BEST EVER. My arm can handle the little bit of weight,and it had better suction than I ever thought it would. Now, I have only tile,and low pile carpet. So, for me this works excellent. I'm not sure itwould work as well on high pile carpet. I LOVE IT....and will buy another onewhen the time comes. Eureka has been a trusted name in vacuums for years !!

Answer: Eureka

I have several problems with my arms. It is extremely difficult for me to usean traditional upright vacuum/or a canister type style; where you have to pushand pull with your arms. I invested in an iRobot vacuum; which at first wasjust the ticket. Then it started having issues, EVERY single time I'd use it. And it was rather a pain to go through all the "steps", to try & find the problem. And it keeps beeping at you; and driving you NUTS !! So, for the price; I decided to try this VERY lightweight little upright. For me....it's the BEST EVER. My arm can handle the little bit of weight,and it had better suction than I ever thought it would. Now, I have only tile,and low pile carpet. So, for me this works excellent. I'm not sure itwould work as well on high pile carpet. I LOVE IT....and will buy another onewhen the time comes. <hl> Eureka has been a trusted name in vacuums for years !! <hl>

I have several problems with my arms. It is extremely difficult for me to usean traditional upright vacuum/or a canister type style; where you have to pushand pull with your arms. I invested in an iRobot vacuum; which at first wasjust the ticket. Then it started having issues, EVERY single time I'd use it.And it was rather a pain to go through all the "steps", to try & find the problem.And it keeps beeping at you; and driving you NUTS !!So, for the price; I decided to try this VERY lightweight little upright.For me....it's the BEST EVER. My arm can handle the little bit of weight,and it had better suction than I ever thought it would. Now, I have only tile,and low pile carpet. So, for me this works excellent. I'm not sure itwould work as well on high pile carpet. I LOVE IT....and will buy another onewhen the time comes. <hl> Eureka <hl> has been a trusted name in vacuums for years !!


Question: How much did the reviewer pay for the glass?

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

Answer: almost 25 dollars

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

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


Question: Where are the lids?

All the other ads included lids. If you look at the packaging photo, there's lids on it. If you look CLOSER, you'll see there are no lids included. So when you think you have a good deal, you actually don't. So I ordered the lids separately only to find that if I had gotten the ones that came with lids, I would have saved money. The pitfalls of shopping on Amazon I guess. On the plus side, the cups are just fine and the lids do fit and don't leak. The best part is, as Americans, we can exercise our God-given right to use and toss. I'm cheap, so I rinse and re-use. LOL.

Answer: the packaging photo

All the other ads included lids. <hl> If you look at the packaging photo , there's lids on it. <hl> If you look CLOSER, you'll see there are no lids included. So when you think you have a good deal, you actually don't. So I ordered the lids separately only to find that if I had gotten the ones that came with lids, I would have saved money. The pitfalls of shopping on Amazon I guess. On the plus side, the cups are just fine and the lids do fit and don't leak. The best part is, as Americans, we can exercise our God-given right to use and toss. I'm cheap, so I rinse and re-use. LOL.

All the other ads included lids. If you look at <hl> the packaging photo <hl>, there's lids on it. If you look CLOSER, you'll see there are no lids included. So when you think you have a good deal, you actually don't. So I ordered the lids separately only to find that if I had gotten the ones that came with lids, I would have saved money. The pitfalls of shopping on Amazon I guess. On the plus side, the cups are just fine and the lids do fit and don't leak. The best part is, as Americans, we can exercise our God-given right to use and toss. I'm cheap, so I rinse and re-use. LOL.

If you look at <hl> the packaging photo <hl> , there's lids on it.


Question: What should be served as cool as possible so you can't taste it?

Good beer tastes best cooled to between fifty and sixty degrees. Bad beer should be cooled until it's too cold to taste. Either way, these little sleeves will bring good beer to drinkable temperature in about ten minutes if it's in the bottle, five in a can. Bad beer takes a little longer, but if you're lucky, by then you will have found something else to drink.Don't overchill good beer: it becomes hard to taste. Don't drink beer that has to be near-frozen to be palatable: it's bad for the spirit.Lynn Hoffman, author ofNew Short Course in Wine,Theand the profoundly moving,Beer and the Nature of the Universe

Answer: Bad beer

Good beer tastes best cooled to between fifty and sixty degrees. <hl> Bad beer should be cooled until it's too cold to taste. <hl> Either way, these little sleeves will bring good beer to drinkable temperature in about ten minutes if it's in the bottle, five in a can. Bad beer takes a little longer, but if you're lucky, by then you will have found something else to drink. Don't overchill good beer: it becomes hard to taste. Don't drink beer that has to be near-frozen to be palatable: it's bad for the spirit. Lynn Hoffman, author ofNew Short Course in Wine,Theand the profoundly moving,Beer and the Nature of the Universe

Good beer tastes best cooled to between fifty and sixty degrees. <hl> Bad beer <hl> should be cooled until it's too cold to taste. Either way, these little sleeves will bring good beer to drinkable temperature in about ten minutes if it's in the bottle, five in a can. Bad beer takes a little longer, but if you're lucky, by then you will have found something else to drink.Don't overchill good beer: it becomes hard to taste. Don't drink beer that has to be near-frozen to be palatable: it's bad for the spirit.Lynn Hoffman, author ofNew Short Course in Wine,Theand the profoundly moving,Beer and the Nature of the Universe


Question: How does the writer describe the hold up of the pillows?

Updated 2/28 - 4 months now and they have become a staple on the bed. Still fluffy and yet firm and absolutely no feathers. Glad I bought an extra set for the other bed. Can't go wrong with these.After 30 days they're still fluffy and holding up to use daily. I use them as support for my other pillows against the headboard. Basically to cover the gap between the mattress and headboard, but in the morning they've always found their way to typical pillow mode. I do make sure I fluff a little when making the bed, but there is no breakdown and no feathers of any kind. Will update if this changes, but great deal and no problems. Not even from Mrs allergic to everything.

Answer: no breakdown and no feathers

Updated 2/28 - 4 months now and they have become a staple on the bed. Still fluffy and yet firm and absolutely no feathers. Glad I bought an extra set for the other bed. Can't go wrong with these. After 30 days they're still fluffy and holding up to use daily. I use them as support for my other pillows against the headboard. Basically to cover the gap between the mattress and headboard, but in the morning they've always found their way to typical pillow mode. <hl> I do make sure I fluff a little when making the bed, but there is no breakdown and no feathers of any kind. <hl> Will update if this changes, but great deal and no problems. Not even from Mrs allergic to everything.

Updated 2/28 - 4 months now and they have become a staple on the bed. Still fluffy and yet firm and absolutely no feathers. Glad I bought an extra set for the other bed. Can't go wrong with these.After 30 days they're still fluffy and holding up to use daily. I use them as support for my other pillows against the headboard. Basically to cover the gap between the mattress and headboard, but in the morning they've always found their way to typical pillow mode. I do make sure I fluff a little when making the bed, but there is <hl> no breakdown and no feathers <hl> of any kind. Will update if this changes, but great deal and no problems. Not even from Mrs allergic to everything.


Question: Where is the black rubber that helps improve grip?

As I've gotten into home mixology, I've realized that I need proper tools. This OXO double jigger fits the bill perfectly!Each side has three very clearly marked increments for very precise measurements. While it may sound silly, the black rubber in the middle really does improve grip substantially. This is also dishwasher safe. I typically keep it tucked away, but while out, this is a very nice looking piece of equipment, perfectly matching many other items like myOXO Good Grips Steel Cocktail Shaker(also highly recommended).Perfect execution on a necessary bar tool at a wonderful price. A real must-buy!

Answer: the middle

As I've gotten into home mixology, I've realized that I need proper tools. This OXO double jigger fits the bill perfectly!Each side has three very clearly marked increments for very precise measurements. <hl> While it may sound silly, the black rubber in the middle really does improve grip substantially. <hl> This is also dishwasher safe. I typically keep it tucked away, but while out, this is a very nice looking piece of equipment, perfectly matching many other items like myOXO Good Grips Steel Cocktail Shaker(also highly recommended).Perfect execution on a necessary bar tool at a wonderful price. A real must-buy!

As I've gotten into home mixology, I've realized that I need proper tools. This OXO double jigger fits the bill perfectly!Each side has three very clearly marked increments for very precise measurements. While it may sound silly, the black rubber in <hl> the middle <hl> really does improve grip substantially. This is also dishwasher safe. I typically keep it tucked away, but while out, this is a very nice looking piece of equipment, perfectly matching many other items like myOXO Good Grips Steel Cocktail Shaker(also highly recommended).Perfect execution on a necessary bar tool at a wonderful price. A real must-buy!


Question: Which is more expensive, the Cuisinart or Oster

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

Answer: Cuisinart

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

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


Question: What was overcrowded?

This is a fantastic piece. I had had all of my jewelry in a drawer, but it was getting too cramped, so I bought this. It's compact yet has lots of room and compartments. It hangs nicely in a closet and doesn't take up much space. The best part (and I didn't realize until I got it) is that it will easily fit into a small suitcase, which makes it great for bringing (and keeping safe!) all your favorite jewelry when traveling. There are pockets on both sides, so you can store a lot of stuff. I'm so happy I bought this and highly recommend it!

Answer: drawer

This is a fantastic piece. <hl> I had had all of my jewelry in a drawer , but it was getting too cramped, so I bought this. <hl> It's compact yet has lots of room and compartments. It hangs nicely in a closet and doesn't take up much space. The best part (and I didn't realize until I got it) is that it will easily fit into a small suitcase, which makes it great for bringing (and keeping safe!) all your favorite jewelry when traveling. There are pockets on both sides, so you can store a lot of stuff. I'm so happy I bought this and highly recommend it!

This is a fantastic piece. I had had all of my jewelry in a <hl> drawer <hl>, but it was getting too cramped, so I bought this. It's compact yet has lots of room and compartments. It hangs nicely in a closet and doesn't take up much space. The best part (and I didn't realize until I got it) is that it will easily fit into a small suitcase, which makes it great for bringing (and keeping safe!) all your favorite jewelry when traveling. There are pockets on both sides, so you can store a lot of stuff. I'm so happy I bought this and highly recommend it!

I had had all of my jewelry in a <hl> drawer <hl> , but it was getting too cramped, so I bought this.


Question: What part of the country does the woman who purchased the item live?

I am not sure what happened to those who had trouble with this little heater. This heater works just great for us, no "hot wall plug", no "short cycling of the fan/heat" and it keeps my Mom happy during these unusually cold days we have had in the south this winter. I keep the house at a steamy 72 degrees and Mom likes it to be very much warmer.

Answer: in the south

I am not sure what happened to those who had trouble with this little heater. <hl> This heater works just great for us, no "hot wall plug", no "short cycling of the fan/heat" and it keeps my Mom happy during these unusually cold days we have had in the south this winter. <hl> I keep the house at a steamy 72 degrees and Mom likes it to be very much warmer.

I am not sure what happened to those who had trouble with this little heater. This heater works just great for us, no "hot wall plug", no "short cycling of the fan/heat" and it keeps my Mom happy during these unusually cold days we have had <hl> in the south <hl> this winter. I keep the house at a steamy 72 degrees and Mom likes it to be very much warmer.


Question: What item is fantastic?

just to add on to all the good reviews this is a fantastic dutch oven I kicked it off by seasoning it again because yes people the seasoning is not stellar mine actually looked grey a bit still so in the oven it went but after that little time killer the fun began I made a roasted chicken with lemon rosemary and onion with garlic it was amazing how well this thing cooked it, literally so juicy and tender it fell off the bone..it was sooo good and my family is so damn picky they were even in love with it so thanks lodge I live for cast iron now!

Answer: dutch oven

<hl> just to add on to all the good reviews this is a fantastic dutch oven I kicked it off by seasoning it again because yes people the seasoning is not stellar mine actually looked grey a bit still so in the oven it went but after that little time killer the fun began I made a roasted chicken with lemon rosemary and onion with garlic it was amazing how well this thing cooked it, literally so juicy and tender it fell off the bone.. <hl> it was sooo good and my family is so damn picky they were even in love with it so thanks lodge I live for cast iron now!

just to add on to all the good reviews this is a fantastic <hl> dutch oven <hl> I kicked it off by seasoning it again because yes people the seasoning is not stellar mine actually looked grey a bit still so in the oven it went but after that little time killer the fun began I made a roasted chicken with lemon rosemary and onion with garlic it was amazing how well this thing cooked it, literally so juicy and tender it fell off the bone..it was sooo good and my family is so damn picky they were even in love with it so thanks lodge I live for cast iron now!


Question: What does the item hold for display?

This is a well constructed, easy to assemble, nice looking TV stand. It easily supports my Samsung 55" LED TV. The plastic feet allow it to slide nicely on a hard-wood floor, so you can easily pull it away from the wall to manage TV connections.I had to ding it one star for the cheap-plastic "decorative rings" between each leg piece, and the difficult to remove inspection stickers on every item; the stickers indicate that they are doing good quality control, but they need to use a sticker that doesn't leave a sticky mess on 16 different pieces. It took me longer to get all the stickers off than to put the thing together.

Answer: TV

<hl> This is a well constructed, easy to assemble, nice looking TV stand. <hl> It easily supports my Samsung 55" LED TV. The plastic feet allow it to slide nicely on a hard-wood floor, so you can easily pull it away from the wall to manage TV connections. I had to ding it one star for the cheap-plastic "decorative rings" between each leg piece, and the difficult to remove inspection stickers on every item; the stickers indicate that they are doing good quality control, but they need to use a sticker that doesn't leave a sticky mess on 16 different pieces. It took me longer to get all the stickers off than to put the thing together.

This is a well constructed, easy to assemble, nice looking <hl> TV <hl> stand. It easily supports my Samsung 55" LED TV. The plastic feet allow it to slide nicely on a hard-wood floor, so you can easily pull it away from the wall to manage TV connections.I had to ding it one star for the cheap-plastic "decorative rings" between each leg piece, and the difficult to remove inspection stickers on every item; the stickers indicate that they are doing good quality control, but they need to use a sticker that doesn't leave a sticky mess on 16 different pieces. It took me longer to get all the stickers off than to put the thing together.


Question: How long did it take to install in the shower?

So far so good. The Lift and Lock Pole Caddy took less than 2 minutes to be installed in our shower. One simply screws the needed pole pieces together, unlocks the bottom locking mechanism, slides the bottom pole up to the ceiling (you will hear clicks as its ratcheting mechanism locks on the way up). When it is firm against the ceiling and shower pan, then you press the locking mechanism down and you're done. Adding the trays is a snap. Just place them where you want and press down till you hear a click.So far we have some heavy shampoo and conditioner bottles on their own trays, razors, body wash, loofahs, etc on the trays and everything is just fine. Of course I wouldn't put overly heavy items on the trays, but they are sturdy. It also comes with a spare rubber piece that goes against the ceiling (that I nearly threw out as it was attached to some packaging inside the box with a bit of tape.)Some trays have large holes to place the bottle lids through when you need to turn your shampoo, conditioner, etc upside down and still keep them on the unit.Overall, it is a nice looking, solid unit that does exactly what it says and takes just a couple of minutes to set up. Ours is brushed nickel and it matches perfectly with the other brushed nickel pieces in the bathroom.I will update the review if the unit rusts, doesn't hold up, or has any other issues, but for now it is a very nice solution that takes up little space in the shower and I don't have to live with the rack that hangs from the shower head pipe that I don't care for.

Answer: 2 minutes

So far so good. <hl> The Lift and Lock Pole Caddy took less than 2 minutes to be installed in our shower. <hl> One simply screws the needed pole pieces together, unlocks the bottom locking mechanism, slides the bottom pole up to the ceiling (you will hear clicks as its ratcheting mechanism locks on the way up). When it is firm against the ceiling and shower pan, then you press the locking mechanism down and you're done. Adding the trays is a snap. Just place them where you want and press down till you hear a click. So far we have some heavy shampoo and conditioner bottles on their own trays, razors, body wash, loofahs, etc on the trays and everything is just fine. Of course I wouldn't put overly heavy items on the trays, but they are sturdy. It also comes with a spare rubber piece that goes against the ceiling (that I nearly threw out as it was attached to some packaging inside the box with a bit of tape.)Some trays have large holes to place the bottle lids through when you need to turn your shampoo, conditioner, etc upside down and still keep them on the unit. Overall, it is a nice looking, solid unit that does exactly what it says and takes just a couple of minutes to set up. Ours is brushed nickel and it matches perfectly with the other brushed nickel pieces in the bathroom. I will update the review if the unit rusts, doesn't hold up, or has any other issues, but for now it is a very nice solution that takes up little space in the shower and I don't have to live with the rack that hangs from the shower head pipe that I don't care for.

So far so good. The Lift and Lock Pole Caddy took less than <hl> 2 minutes <hl> to be installed in our shower. One simply screws the needed pole pieces together, unlocks the bottom locking mechanism, slides the bottom pole up to the ceiling (you will hear clicks as its ratcheting mechanism locks on the way up). When it is firm against the ceiling and shower pan, then you press the locking mechanism down and you're done. Adding the trays is a snap. Just place them where you want and press down till you hear a click.So far we have some heavy shampoo and conditioner bottles on their own trays, razors, body wash, loofahs, etc on the trays and everything is just fine. Of course I wouldn't put overly heavy items on the trays, but they are sturdy. It also comes with a spare rubber piece that goes against the ceiling (that I nearly threw out as it was attached to some packaging inside the box with a bit of tape.)Some trays have large holes to place the bottle lids through when you need to turn your shampoo, conditioner, etc upside down and still keep them on the unit.Overall, it is a nice looking, solid unit that does exactly what it says and takes just a couple of minutes to set up. Ours is brushed nickel and it matches perfectly with the other brushed nickel pieces in the bathroom.I will update the review if the unit rusts, doesn't hold up, or has any other issues, but for now it is a very nice solution that takes up little space in the shower and I don't have to live with the rack that hangs from the shower head pipe that I don't care for.


Question: What kept coming loose on the pots?

This set of cookware was great when I first started using it. It was non-stick as described, heated evenly on an electric stove and overall I was pretty satisfied with it. After using it for a year, my opinion is beginning to change. The handles on the pots keep coming loose and have to be tightened every couple of uses. The non-stick bottom, although I have been very careful to avoid scratching or damaging it has started to peel off in little bubbles. The bottoms tend to get burn marks that you can't scrub off even with some serious elbow grease. I think when you buy these, you are buying the name. You could probably get a similar item for much less money at your local superstore. Not thrilled.

Answer: The handles

This set of cookware was great when I first started using it. It was non-stick as described, heated evenly on an electric stove and overall I was pretty satisfied with it. After using it for a year, my opinion is beginning to change. <hl> The handles on the pots keep coming loose and have to be tightened every couple of uses. <hl> The non-stick bottom, although I have been very careful to avoid scratching or damaging it has started to peel off in little bubbles. The bottoms tend to get burn marks that you can't scrub off even with some serious elbow grease. I think when you buy these, you are buying the name. You could probably get a similar item for much less money at your local superstore. Not thrilled.

This set of cookware was great when I first started using it. It was non-stick as described, heated evenly on an electric stove and overall I was pretty satisfied with it. After using it for a year, my opinion is beginning to change. <hl> The handles <hl> on the pots keep coming loose and have to be tightened every couple of uses. The non-stick bottom, although I have been very careful to avoid scratching or damaging it has started to peel off in little bubbles. The bottoms tend to get burn marks that you can't scrub off even with some serious elbow grease. I think when you buy these, you are buying the name. You could probably get a similar item for much less money at your local superstore. Not thrilled.


Question: Who apologized to the user?

Finally, an original thick Oster gasket as advertised and/or pictured. I ordered one of these (according to picture displayed which looked super-thick) from Goodmans and got the cheap thin plastic one. I emailed them about it they apologized and said they would send me the correct one. So they went and sent me another cheap thin plastic flimsy one which of course ended up cracking. I think they meant well but you can certainly tell the difference between the real authentic original and the newer skimpy made ones and not necessarily by the 5 star or 6 star shape. Most of the cheap ones have 6 but I do have a cheap flimsy one with only 5 sticking out. This one is super thick and hard plastic. You'll know when you pick it up and feel the weight and texture that it's the real deal...

Answer: Goodmans

Finally, an original thick Oster gasket as advertised and/or pictured. <hl> I ordered one of these (according to picture displayed which looked super-thick) from Goodmans and got the cheap thin plastic one. <hl> I emailed them about it they apologized and said they would send me the correct one. So they went and sent me another cheap thin plastic flimsy one which of course ended up cracking. I think they meant well but you can certainly tell the difference between the real authentic original and the newer skimpy made ones and not necessarily by the 5 star or 6 star shape. Most of the cheap ones have 6 but I do have a cheap flimsy one with only 5 sticking out. This one is super thick and hard plastic. You'll know when you pick it up and feel the weight and texture that it's the real deal...

Finally, an original thick Oster gasket as advertised and/or pictured. I ordered one of these (according to picture displayed which looked super-thick) from <hl> Goodmans <hl> and got the cheap thin plastic one. I emailed them about it they apologized and said they would send me the correct one. So they went and sent me another cheap thin plastic flimsy one which of course ended up cracking. I think they meant well but you can certainly tell the difference between the real authentic original and the newer skimpy made ones and not necessarily by the 5 star or 6 star shape. Most of the cheap ones have 6 but I do have a cheap flimsy one with only 5 sticking out. This one is super thick and hard plastic. You'll know when you pick it up and feel the weight and texture that it's the real deal...


Question: What are the sheets used for?

These cookie sheets seem to be extremely consistant. I have used this many times and nothing changes. Nothing sticks and everything on the sheet is exactly the same every time.

Answer: cookie

<hl> These cookie sheets seem to be extremely consistant. <hl> I have used this many times and nothing changes. Nothing sticks and everything on the sheet is exactly the same every time.

These <hl> cookie <hl> sheets seem to be extremely consistant. I have used this many times and nothing changes. Nothing sticks and everything on the sheet is exactly the same every time.