Question: All in all, how does the person feel about the product?

I'm using it in front of the kitchen sink and it works well. It is indeed easy to clean - spills wipe right off which means it should last longer than the cheap slice rugs I've been using which just can't be cleaned up. My only issues with it are that it's not particularly comfortable to stand on and the color is much more golden than pictured. I would have preferred a dark color. It's not uncomfortable but is totally flat, giving no support or relief. But overall I'm pleased. And it came very quickly. It was rolled up but laid out flat just fine.

Answer: pleased

But overall I'm pleased .

I'm using it in front of the kitchen sink and it works well. It is indeed easy to clean - spills wipe right off which means it should last longer than the cheap slice rugs I've been using which just can't be cleaned up. My only issues with it are that it's not particularly comfortable to stand on and the color is much more golden than pictured. I would have preferred a dark color. It's not uncomfortable but is totally flat, giving no support or relief. <hl> But overall I'm pleased . <hl> And it came very quickly. It was rolled up but laid out flat just fine.

I'm using it in front of the kitchen sink and it works well. It is indeed easy to clean - spills wipe right off which means it should last longer than the cheap slice rugs I've been using which just can't be cleaned up. My only issues with it are that it's not particularly comfortable to stand on and the color is much more golden than pictured. I would have preferred a dark color. It's not uncomfortable but is totally flat, giving no support or relief. But overall I'm <hl> pleased <hl>. And it came very quickly. It was rolled up but laid out flat just fine.


Question: What is useless?

I bought this set to replace a non-seratted set that was way too flimsy. I cannot be happier. Except for the box they work as advertised. The box is useless. Lined with light weight foam rubber, the box is impractical for knife storage. It would take too long to fit the knives back inside their foam rubber cradle positions. Fortunately, my other set had a wooden knife rack I can store these knives in. Best still the knives can be washed in my dishwasher. The old set had wooden handles and neede hand washing. The box caused me to score 4 out of 5 stars.

Answer: The box

The box is useless.

I bought this set to replace a non-seratted set that was way too flimsy. I cannot be happier. Except for the box they work as advertised. <hl> The box is useless. <hl> Lined with light weight foam rubber, the box is impractical for knife storage. It would take too long to fit the knives back inside their foam rubber cradle positions. Fortunately, my other set had a wooden knife rack I can store these knives in. Best still the knives can be washed in my dishwasher. The old set had wooden handles and neede hand washing. The box caused me to score 4 out of 5 stars.

I bought this set to replace a non-seratted set that was way too flimsy. I cannot be happier. Except for the box they work as advertised. <hl> The box <hl> is useless. Lined with light weight foam rubber, the box is impractical for knife storage. It would take too long to fit the knives back inside their foam rubber cradle positions. Fortunately, my other set had a wooden knife rack I can store these knives in. Best still the knives can be washed in my dishwasher. The old set had wooden handles and neede hand washing. The box caused me to score 4 out of 5 stars.


Question: How easy is it to push?

I bought this vacuum on the recommendation of a major consumer product review organization; while two vacuums had higher ratings, this one cost about half as much. For the most part, I am glad I did not spend the extra money.First and foremost, it has adequate power for the job and the rotary beaters are efficient. I had used an old Hoover for over 12 years and thought I was getting my carpet clean, I was deluded. The difference in the looks of the carpet was immediately apparent. The Eureka was far more effective. Secondly, it is clean. It uses a traditional replaceable bag to collect dust but has a HEPA filter over the exhaust port to collect fine particulate. There was no fine dust in the air or dust smell. The accessories mount on the body of the vacuum, but while convenient they are not completely secured. The brush falls off occasionally. It is very easy to shift from floor cleaning to the hose attachments; you simply turn the handle of a valve on the upper body of the vacuum. The extensions are long enough to reach an 11 ft ceiling. Shifting to different carpet pile heights is also easy and convenient.The consumer organization gave two reasons for not giving this vacuum a top rating. First they said it was not the as easy to maneuver as it might be. This is true; other vacuums are easier to shove about and this one is not power assisted. They also dinged it for being noisier than the two more expensive vacuums. While this is probably true, after the ol' Hoover I was delighted at how quite it was. Also making it quieter would affect the price. The plastic of the body could be a bit more rugged but again this would increase the price. My home is small; if you really spend a lot of time behind a vacuum, you probably want to spend a bit more. This lack of rugged construction probably explains the huge variability in the product reviews. Caveat emptor - the instructions advise calling Eureka customer service and NOT taking the machine back to the place where you purchased it if it is defective. This could be a problem. And - some assembly required.All-in-all, good vacuum, value for money.

Answer: other vacuums are easier to shove about and this one is not power assisted

I bought this vacuum on the recommendation of a major consumer product review organization; while two vacuums had higher ratings, this one cost about half as much. For the most part, I am glad I did not spend the extra money. First and foremost, it has adequate power for the job and the rotary beaters are efficient. I had used an old Hoover for over 12 years and thought I was getting my carpet clean, I was deluded. The difference in the looks of the carpet was immediately apparent. The Eureka was far more effective. Secondly, it is clean. It uses a traditional replaceable bag to collect dust but has a HEPA filter over the exhaust port to collect fine particulate. There was no fine dust in the air or dust smell. The accessories mount on the body of the vacuum, but while convenient they are not completely secured. The brush falls off occasionally. It is very easy to shift from floor cleaning to the hose attachments; you simply turn the handle of a valve on the upper body of the vacuum. The extensions are long enough to reach an 11 ft ceiling. Shifting to different carpet pile heights is also easy and convenient. The consumer organization gave two reasons for not giving this vacuum a top rating. First they said it was not the as easy to maneuver as it might be. <hl> This is true; other vacuums are easier to shove about and this one is not power assisted . <hl> They also dinged it for being noisier than the two more expensive vacuums. While this is probably true, after the ol' Hoover I was delighted at how quite it was. Also making it quieter would affect the price. The plastic of the body could be a bit more rugged but again this would increase the price. My home is small; if you really spend a lot of time behind a vacuum, you probably want to spend a bit more. This lack of rugged construction probably explains the huge variability in the product reviews. Caveat emptor - the instructions advise calling Eureka customer service and NOT taking the machine back to the place where you purchased it if it is defective. This could be a problem. And - some assembly required. All-in-all, good vacuum, value for money.

I bought this vacuum on the recommendation of a major consumer product review organization; while two vacuums had higher ratings, this one cost about half as much. For the most part, I am glad I did not spend the extra money.First and foremost, it has adequate power for the job and the rotary beaters are efficient. I had used an old Hoover for over 12 years and thought I was getting my carpet clean, I was deluded. The difference in the looks of the carpet was immediately apparent. The Eureka was far more effective. Secondly, it is clean. It uses a traditional replaceable bag to collect dust but has a HEPA filter over the exhaust port to collect fine particulate. There was no fine dust in the air or dust smell. The accessories mount on the body of the vacuum, but while convenient they are not completely secured. The brush falls off occasionally. It is very easy to shift from floor cleaning to the hose attachments; you simply turn the handle of a valve on the upper body of the vacuum. The extensions are long enough to reach an 11 ft ceiling. Shifting to different carpet pile heights is also easy and convenient.The consumer organization gave two reasons for not giving this vacuum a top rating. First they said it was not the as easy to maneuver as it might be. This is true; <hl> other vacuums are easier to shove about and this one is not power assisted <hl>. They also dinged it for being noisier than the two more expensive vacuums. While this is probably true, after the ol' Hoover I was delighted at how quite it was. Also making it quieter would affect the price. The plastic of the body could be a bit more rugged but again this would increase the price. My home is small; if you really spend a lot of time behind a vacuum, you probably want to spend a bit more. This lack of rugged construction probably explains the huge variability in the product reviews. Caveat emptor - the instructions advise calling Eureka customer service and NOT taking the machine back to the place where you purchased it if it is defective. This could be a problem. And - some assembly required.All-in-all, good vacuum, value for money.

This is true; <hl> other vacuums are easier to shove about and this one is not power assisted <hl> .


Question: What two spoon measurements does this spoon rest work well with?

If you have a smaller spoon -- say a teaspoon or tablespoon -- this spoon rest works well. If you are using actual cooking utensils with longer handles, however, this spoon rest falls short. The longer stem length of the spoons do not allow the bowl of the spoon to sit in the rest. Instead, the spoon tends to angle up and tip over, making a mess of your counter or stove top. A rather huge design flaw, I'd think. (And the fact it's cheaper plastic means you really shouldn't set it on your stove top but on the counter next to your stove which, again, kind of defeats the purpose, eh?)

Answer: teaspoon or tablespoon

<hl> If you have a smaller spoon -- say a teaspoon or tablespoon -- this spoon rest works well. <hl> If you are using actual cooking utensils with longer handles, however, this spoon rest falls short. The longer stem length of the spoons do not allow the bowl of the spoon to sit in the rest. Instead, the spoon tends to angle up and tip over, making a mess of your counter or stove top. A rather huge design flaw, I'd think. (And the fact it's cheaper plastic means you really shouldn't set it on your stove top but on the counter next to your stove which, again, kind of defeats the purpose, eh?)

If you have a smaller spoon -- say a <hl> teaspoon or tablespoon <hl> -- this spoon rest works well. If you are using actual cooking utensils with longer handles, however, this spoon rest falls short. The longer stem length of the spoons do not allow the bowl of the spoon to sit in the rest. Instead, the spoon tends to angle up and tip over, making a mess of your counter or stove top. A rather huge design flaw, I'd think. (And the fact it's cheaper plastic means you really shouldn't set it on your stove top but on the counter next to your stove which, again, kind of defeats the purpose, eh?)


Question: What does the measuring cup set come with to keep the cups together?

If you like a good solid measuring cup then look no further! I was looking for a set of measuring cups to use as a scoop for my dog, cat and bird foods. These are stainless steel and strong. I've used plastic ones and the handles generally snap. The handles on these are nice in that they feature non-slip handles. When scooping the pet food you don't lose your grip and spill kibble or seed all over the place. They do come with a plastic ring that you can use to keep the cups together and then when you need one you can easily slip it off. I don't really need this feature, but it is a nice way to keep them together.

Answer: a plastic ring

If you like a good solid measuring cup then look no further! I was looking for a set of measuring cups to use as a scoop for my dog, cat and bird foods. These are stainless steel and strong. I've used plastic ones and the handles generally snap. The handles on these are nice in that they feature non-slip handles. When scooping the pet food you don't lose your grip and spill kibble or seed all over the place. <hl> They do come with a plastic ring that you can use to keep the cups together <hl> and then when you need one you can easily slip it off. I don't really need this feature, but it is a nice way to keep them together.

If you like a good solid measuring cup then look no further! I was looking for a set of measuring cups to use as a scoop for my dog, cat and bird foods. These are stainless steel and strong. I've used plastic ones and the handles generally snap. The handles on these are nice in that they feature non-slip handles. When scooping the pet food you don't lose your grip and spill kibble or seed all over the place. They do come with <hl> a plastic ring <hl> that you can use to keep the cups together and then when you need one you can easily slip it off. I don't really need this feature, but it is a nice way to keep them together.


Question: How old was the reviewers dog when it died?

I bought this fan a year ago when my elderly dog couldn't handle temperature in the house greater than 75 degrees. Either we ran the A/C all day just for him or we put a fan near his bed. I didn't want to run up my electric bill when it wasn't really that hot so I decided to try a fan. He liked it but whenever he went to a different room in the house I had to unplug and plug the fan each time. That got annoying real quick so I went out to buy a battery powered fan, something grab n' go. Turns out there aren't any except this one, not that I was able to locate. Batteries can be expensive but nothing compared to running the A/C. I put it near his bed and turned it on low. This fan ran for hours every day without a problem. I loved that it was convenient for me and made him comfortable. It got us through the summer and then I packed it away. It's back out again working as well as ever even though our dog is no longer around to enjoy it (he passed away last month at 18 yrs old).Oh, another thing I really like about this fan is that it folds up very narrow, easily slips into tight spaces for storage and is easy to tilt. Love that is has a handle. I wasn't expecting to like this fan more than the Vornado but it's now the one I go to first when the temps heat up.

Answer: 18 yrs

I bought this fan a year ago when my elderly dog couldn't handle temperature in the house greater than 75 degrees. Either we ran the A/C all day just for him or we put a fan near his bed. I didn't want to run up my electric bill when it wasn't really that hot so I decided to try a fan. He liked it but whenever he went to a different room in the house I had to unplug and plug the fan each time. That got annoying real quick so I went out to buy a battery powered fan, something grab n' go. Turns out there aren't any except this one, not that I was able to locate. Batteries can be expensive but nothing compared to running the A/C. I put it near his bed and turned it on low. This fan ran for hours every day without a problem. I loved that it was convenient for me and made him comfortable. It got us through the summer and then I packed it away. <hl> It's back out again working as well as ever even though our dog is no longer around to enjoy it (he passed away last month at 18 yrs old).Oh, another thing I really like about this fan is that it folds up very narrow, easily slips into tight spaces for storage and is easy to tilt. <hl> Love that is has a handle. I wasn't expecting to like this fan more than the Vornado but it's now the one I go to first when the temps heat up.

I bought this fan a year ago when my elderly dog couldn't handle temperature in the house greater than 75 degrees. Either we ran the A/C all day just for him or we put a fan near his bed. I didn't want to run up my electric bill when it wasn't really that hot so I decided to try a fan. He liked it but whenever he went to a different room in the house I had to unplug and plug the fan each time. That got annoying real quick so I went out to buy a battery powered fan, something grab n' go. Turns out there aren't any except this one, not that I was able to locate. Batteries can be expensive but nothing compared to running the A/C. I put it near his bed and turned it on low. This fan ran for hours every day without a problem. I loved that it was convenient for me and made him comfortable. It got us through the summer and then I packed it away. It's back out again working as well as ever even though our dog is no longer around to enjoy it (he passed away last month at <hl> 18 yrs <hl> old).Oh, another thing I really like about this fan is that it folds up very narrow, easily slips into tight spaces for storage and is easy to tilt. Love that is has a handle. I wasn't expecting to like this fan more than the Vornado but it's now the one I go to first when the temps heat up.


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

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

Answer: good, heavy fabric

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

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

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


Question: How many sharp knives are in the organizer?

I had to buy all new kitchenware, and this organizer holds a lot. The product image does not do it justice. I put 9 tablespoons in one compartment and there's room left over. I put eight 4-place dinner settings, 3 wire whisks, a large can opener, tongs, peeler, 4 sharp knives, a big strainer ladle, measuring spoons, basting brush and more in it. It is a charcoal color and is padded with a soft light grey padding material. First non-wood organizer I've seen that doesn't look cheap! This one is better because of the generous compartments and the padding that keeps things from moving and rattling.

Answer: 4

I had to buy all new kitchenware, and this organizer holds a lot. The product image does not do it justice. I put 9 tablespoons in one compartment and there's room left over. <hl> I put eight 4 -place dinner settings, 3 wire whisks, a large can opener, tongs, peeler, 4 sharp knives, a big strainer ladle, measuring spoons, basting brush and more in it. <hl> It is a charcoal color and is padded with a soft light grey padding material. First non-wood organizer I've seen that doesn't look cheap! This one is better because of the generous compartments and the padding that keeps things from moving and rattling.

I had to buy all new kitchenware, and this organizer holds a lot. The product image does not do it justice. I put 9 tablespoons in one compartment and there's room left over. I put eight <hl> 4 <hl>-place dinner settings, 3 wire whisks, a large can opener, tongs, peeler, 4 sharp knives, a big strainer ladle, measuring spoons, basting brush and more in it. It is a charcoal color and is padded with a soft light grey padding material. First non-wood organizer I've seen that doesn't look cheap! This one is better because of the generous compartments and the padding that keeps things from moving and rattling.

I put eight <hl> 4 <hl> -place dinner settings, 3 wire whisks, a large can opener, tongs, peeler, 4 sharp knives, a big strainer ladle, measuring spoons, basting brush and more in it.


Question: What liquids did the reviewer use the products in?

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

Answer: in boiling water and hot oil

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

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


Question: What was the purchaser's main frustration with the same type of product?

Discovered this device quite by accident while looking for something else. After checking it over and recalling my frustration trying to figure out where the right spot to stop filling was at with a regular canning funnel, I decided it was worth buying because the store has a good return policy, plus on the label it clearly says "Satisfaction guaranteed." Within a couple hours I had finished several batches of canning and totally love this canning funnel. First, the cut-out allows sighting of the product inside the jar as it reaches the proper fill level. Great!! It fits well on regular and wide mouth jars (even half-pint jars), is easy to quickly move to the next jar once the immediate jar is properly filled. Although I didn't sit it on the counter between jars, it does sit stable and well above the countertop so sticky jams/jellies, etc. don't get left on the countertop. It doesn't get hot from boiling product due to it's two layer construction, is easy to clean with a spatula to get the last bit into a jar, blackberry juice did not stain it, and does keep jar tops clean if the 'operator' is able to set it into the next jar without bumping the top of the jar (but it sure wasn't as bad as my very old funnel). But... "Designed in U.S.A. Made in China." I broke my sworn promise to only purchase U.S. manufactured products, but it does appear to be made much better than most things made in China. Maybe Progressive will decide to bring production back to the U.S.A ... ????

Answer: where the right spot to stop filling was at

Discovered this device quite by accident while looking for something else. <hl> After checking it over and recalling my frustration trying to figure out where the right spot to stop filling was at with a regular canning funnel, I decided it was worth buying because the store has a good return policy, plus on the label it clearly says "Satisfaction guaranteed." <hl> Within a couple hours I had finished several batches of canning and totally love this canning funnel. First, the cut-out allows sighting of the product inside the jar as it reaches the proper fill level. Great!! It fits well on regular and wide mouth jars (even half-pint jars), is easy to quickly move to the next jar once the immediate jar is properly filled. Although I didn't sit it on the counter between jars, it does sit stable and well above the countertop so sticky jams/jellies, etc. don't get left on the countertop. It doesn't get hot from boiling product due to it's two layer construction, is easy to clean with a spatula to get the last bit into a jar, blackberry juice did not stain it, and does keep jar tops clean if the 'operator' is able to set it into the next jar without bumping the top of the jar (but it sure wasn't as bad as my very old funnel). But... "Designed in U.S.A. Made in China." I broke my sworn promise to only purchase U.S. manufactured products, but it does appear to be made much better than most things made in China. Maybe Progressive will decide to bring production back to the U.S.A ... ????

Discovered this device quite by accident while looking for something else. After checking it over and recalling my frustration trying to figure out <hl> where the right spot to stop filling was at <hl> with a regular canning funnel, I decided it was worth buying because the store has a good return policy, plus on the label it clearly says "Satisfaction guaranteed." Within a couple hours I had finished several batches of canning and totally love this canning funnel. First, the cut-out allows sighting of the product inside the jar as it reaches the proper fill level. Great!! It fits well on regular and wide mouth jars (even half-pint jars), is easy to quickly move to the next jar once the immediate jar is properly filled. Although I didn't sit it on the counter between jars, it does sit stable and well above the countertop so sticky jams/jellies, etc. don't get left on the countertop. It doesn't get hot from boiling product due to it's two layer construction, is easy to clean with a spatula to get the last bit into a jar, blackberry juice did not stain it, and does keep jar tops clean if the 'operator' is able to set it into the next jar without bumping the top of the jar (but it sure wasn't as bad as my very old funnel). But... "Designed in U.S.A. Made in China." I broke my sworn promise to only purchase U.S. manufactured products, but it does appear to be made much better than most things made in China. Maybe Progressive will decide to bring production back to the U.S.A ... ????


Question: What network were they watching on tv?

I got this because I saw Rachel use it on her food network show. I watched her show occasionally and I like her and some of her ideas although I am not a devoted follower.I like having a big heavy duty nonstick pot for pasta and it works great for cooking soups and stews. I have stainless steel cookware and compared to my stainless steel pots this is functional and easy to clean. The oval shape is easier to handle compared to a big round tall pot, the dome shaped lid allows more cooking flexibility, it conducts heat well and Anolon makes quality cookware. I also purchased the 5-quart Oval Saute pan and the lids are inter-changeable. This is great for the times you don't need a lid that is domed and taller, has a vent, and you need to see the dish you are cooking.I like the looks of this line better than her other line with the safety orange handles. That line has the same pot with a flatter glass top with no vent and it is called an 8-quart oval stock pot.I watched the price for a while before I made a purchase. The price on this pot went up and down; as high as $99.00 and as low as $66.88. A friend who is a longtime Amazon shopper suggested putting it in my cart and waiting until it hit a good price to purchase it I did, I got it at a good price and I am happy.So this is a great pot heavy duty and cleans easy. If you are a Rachel Ray fan but not into her line of pots with handles the same color of orange construction cones this is a great choice.

Answer: food network

<hl> I got this because I saw Rachel use it on her food network show. <hl> I watched her show occasionally and I like her and some of her ideas although I am not a devoted follower. I like having a big heavy duty nonstick pot for pasta and it works great for cooking soups and stews. I have stainless steel cookware and compared to my stainless steel pots this is functional and easy to clean. The oval shape is easier to handle compared to a big round tall pot, the dome shaped lid allows more cooking flexibility, it conducts heat well and Anolon makes quality cookware. I also purchased the 5-quart Oval Saute pan and the lids are inter-changeable. This is great for the times you don't need a lid that is domed and taller, has a vent, and you need to see the dish you are cooking. I like the looks of this line better than her other line with the safety orange handles. That line has the same pot with a flatter glass top with no vent and it is called an 8-quart oval stock pot. I watched the price for a while before I made a purchase. The price on this pot went up and down; as high as $99.00 and as low as $66.88. A friend who is a longtime Amazon shopper suggested putting it in my cart and waiting until it hit a good price to purchase it I did, I got it at a good price and I am happy. So this is a great pot heavy duty and cleans easy. If you are a Rachel Ray fan but not into her line of pots with handles the same color of orange construction cones this is a great choice.

I got this because I saw Rachel use it on her <hl> food network <hl> show. I watched her show occasionally and I like her and some of her ideas although I am not a devoted follower.I like having a big heavy duty nonstick pot for pasta and it works great for cooking soups and stews. I have stainless steel cookware and compared to my stainless steel pots this is functional and easy to clean. The oval shape is easier to handle compared to a big round tall pot, the dome shaped lid allows more cooking flexibility, it conducts heat well and Anolon makes quality cookware. I also purchased the 5-quart Oval Saute pan and the lids are inter-changeable. This is great for the times you don't need a lid that is domed and taller, has a vent, and you need to see the dish you are cooking.I like the looks of this line better than her other line with the safety orange handles. That line has the same pot with a flatter glass top with no vent and it is called an 8-quart oval stock pot.I watched the price for a while before I made a purchase. The price on this pot went up and down; as high as $99.00 and as low as $66.88. A friend who is a longtime Amazon shopper suggested putting it in my cart and waiting until it hit a good price to purchase it I did, I got it at a good price and I am happy.So this is a great pot heavy duty and cleans easy. If you are a Rachel Ray fan but not into her line of pots with handles the same color of orange construction cones this is a great choice.


Question: What animal's hair has to be cleaned from the seat in the automobile?

At my house we don't have a lot of carpet, but we DO have lots of linoleum and hard pergo, so we were looking for a vacuum we could use to sweep our extensive hard floors. We normally sweep our floors with a broom, but the vacuum is so much more efficient and is lightweight and easy to handle- particularly for seniors. I especially like how well it works in the bathroom. It maneuvers easily around the toilet, and bookcases in my studio and finds dirt, pet hair and dust with ease. I even used it to sweep off the seats of my car to get rid of my Chihuahua's hair.It really works.The only thing I don't like having to do is clean it. And you have to nearly after every job, because it's capacity small and if you have pets, the rollers can get gunked up with hair pretty easily.Overall, this is a big success in my house.

Answer: Chihuahua's

At my house we don't have a lot of carpet, but we DO have lots of linoleum and hard pergo, so we were looking for a vacuum we could use to sweep our extensive hard floors. We normally sweep our floors with a broom, but the vacuum is so much more efficient and is lightweight and easy to handle- particularly for seniors. I especially like how well it works in the bathroom. It maneuvers easily around the toilet, and bookcases in my studio and finds dirt, pet hair and dust with ease. <hl> I even used it to sweep off the seats of my car to get rid of my Chihuahua's hair. <hl> It really works. The only thing I don't like having to do is clean it. And you have to nearly after every job, because it's capacity small and if you have pets, the rollers can get gunked up with hair pretty easily. Overall, this is a big success in my house.

At my house we don't have a lot of carpet, but we DO have lots of linoleum and hard pergo, so we were looking for a vacuum we could use to sweep our extensive hard floors. We normally sweep our floors with a broom, but the vacuum is so much more efficient and is lightweight and easy to handle- particularly for seniors. I especially like how well it works in the bathroom. It maneuvers easily around the toilet, and bookcases in my studio and finds dirt, pet hair and dust with ease. I even used it to sweep off the seats of my car to get rid of my <hl> Chihuahua's <hl> hair.It really works.The only thing I don't like having to do is clean it. And you have to nearly after every job, because it's capacity small and if you have pets, the rollers can get gunked up with hair pretty easily.Overall, this is a big success in my house.


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

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

Answer: two more

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

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


Question: What is set on top of the board?

I've used these now for about 2 months now. When I'm cutting veggies, or chicken, or beef, I set the mat on top of my bamboo cutting board to work. They help me avoid cross-contamination between different kinds of foods and proteins, and help keep my cutting board clean. The color-coding is instantly identifiable, even if you don't see the picture. The flexibility of the mat allows me to cut the food bend the mat, and dump it into the bowl. I can't think of one thing that would improve these. They seem ideally suited for what they are designed for. I like that they have Microban and are BPA free (very important to me) and they are dishwasher safe and that they don't dull your knives. A must for everyone's kitchen .. plus they don't take up a lot of space.

Answer: mat

I've used these now for about 2 months now. <hl> When I'm cutting veggies, or chicken, or beef, I set the mat on top of my bamboo cutting board to work. <hl> They help me avoid cross-contamination between different kinds of foods and proteins, and help keep my cutting board clean. The color-coding is instantly identifiable, even if you don't see the picture. The flexibility of the mat allows me to cut the food bend the mat, and dump it into the bowl. I can't think of one thing that would improve these. They seem ideally suited for what they are designed for. I like that they have Microban and are BPA free (very important to me) and they are dishwasher safe and that they don't dull your knives. A must for everyone's kitchen .. plus they don't take up a lot of space.

I've used these now for about 2 months now. When I'm cutting veggies, or chicken, or beef, I set the <hl> mat <hl> on top of my bamboo cutting board to work. They help me avoid cross-contamination between different kinds of foods and proteins, and help keep my cutting board clean. The color-coding is instantly identifiable, even if you don't see the picture. The flexibility of the mat allows me to cut the food bend the mat, and dump it into the bowl. I can't think of one thing that would improve these. They seem ideally suited for what they are designed for. I like that they have Microban and are BPA free (very important to me) and they are dishwasher safe and that they don't dull your knives. A must for everyone's kitchen .. plus they don't take up a lot of space.


Question: Which settings are actually pretty noisy?

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

Answer: middle and upper

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

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


Question: Who did I purchase the blanket for?

I purchased this blanket for my 93 year old mother. She's always had one and I thought this would be a 'safe' blanket for her as it turns off automatically should she forget to do so herself. Well, she had it on the lowest setting and it got so hot that her skin was all red. She double checked to be sure it was on the lowest setting and it was! She quickly unplugged it and it's off her bed now. Her skin is still sensitive because of this blanket. It could have been worse - I'm thankful it was not!Thank you Amazon for helping in this matter. I do believe this blanket is defective. My mother has always had an electric blanket on her bed, but the one she had was getting old and I thought a new one would be better. Boy, was I wrong! I'm only writing this review because I think anyone thinking of purchasing this blanket may want to be aware of a possible problem. Again, Amazon was amazing in their response to this problem.

Answer: my 93 year old mother

<hl> I purchased this blanket for my 93 year old mother . <hl> She's always had one and I thought this would be a 'safe' blanket for her as it turns off automatically should she forget to do so herself. Well, she had it on the lowest setting and it got so hot that her skin was all red. She double checked to be sure it was on the lowest setting and it was! She quickly unplugged it and it's off her bed now. Her skin is still sensitive because of this blanket. It could have been worse - I'm thankful it was not!Thank you Amazon for helping in this matter. I do believe this blanket is defective. My mother has always had an electric blanket on her bed, but the one she had was getting old and I thought a new one would be better. Boy, was I wrong! I'm only writing this review because I think anyone thinking of purchasing this blanket may want to be aware of a possible problem. Again, Amazon was amazing in their response to this problem.

I purchased this blanket for <hl> my 93 year old mother <hl>. She's always had one and I thought this would be a 'safe' blanket for her as it turns off automatically should she forget to do so herself. Well, she had it on the lowest setting and it got so hot that her skin was all red. She double checked to be sure it was on the lowest setting and it was! She quickly unplugged it and it's off her bed now. Her skin is still sensitive because of this blanket. It could have been worse - I'm thankful it was not!Thank you Amazon for helping in this matter. I do believe this blanket is defective. My mother has always had an electric blanket on her bed, but the one she had was getting old and I thought a new one would be better. Boy, was I wrong! I'm only writing this review because I think anyone thinking of purchasing this blanket may want to be aware of a possible problem. Again, Amazon was amazing in their response to this problem.

I purchased this blanket for <hl> my 93 year old mother <hl> .


Question: According to the reviewer , it is too small to hold what amount of food?

I, too, bought this dispenser so that I could easily refill my three cats' bowls each day. While this dispenser is attractive, functional and air-tight, it is too small to hold a week's worth of food and I have to hold my hand next to the opening to keep the triangular-shaped food from being shot across the counter.After less than a year, I had to discard it because the rubber seal on the bottom kept falling off.

Answer: a week's worth

I, too, bought this dispenser so that I could easily refill my three cats' bowls each day. <hl> While this dispenser is attractive, functional and air-tight, it is too small to hold a week's worth of food <hl> and I have to hold my hand next to the opening to keep the triangular-shaped food from being shot across the counter. After less than a year, I had to discard it because the rubber seal on the bottom kept falling off.

I, too, bought this dispenser so that I could easily refill my three cats' bowls each day. While this dispenser is attractive, functional and air-tight, it is too small to hold <hl> a week's worth <hl> of food and I have to hold my hand next to the opening to keep the triangular-shaped food from being shot across the counter.After less than a year, I had to discard it because the rubber seal on the bottom kept falling off.


Question: What reinforcement does the curtain have

My problem with this item stems from the photo shown. The photo shows a shower curtain with metal grommets. This shower curtain has no grommets, only some cheap plastic "reinforcing". While it will likely do the job, if any stress is placed upon it, it will probably rip, as it is also quite thin.

Answer: cheap plastic

My problem with this item stems from the photo shown. The photo shows a shower curtain with metal grommets. <hl> This shower curtain has no grommets, only some cheap plastic "reinforcing". <hl> While it will likely do the job, if any stress is placed upon it, it will probably rip, as it is also quite thin.

My problem with this item stems from the photo shown. The photo shows a shower curtain with metal grommets. This shower curtain has no grommets, only some <hl> cheap plastic <hl> "reinforcing". While it will likely do the job, if any stress is placed upon it, it will probably rip, as it is also quite thin.


Question: where are the pans made?

Well constructed, heavy, durable...these pans provide even heat across the whole cooking area. The non-stick surface is far superior to those found on most other brands of cookware. Foods slide off with ease. Because of the aluminum construction, it is rarely necessary to turn the heat much over halfway on my electric range. I have to admit, my wife and I usually buy AllClad. At this price point, however, these pans were irresistible. When compared to AllClad, I do not believe we have given up any quality by owning these pans. We've only saved money.Note: For what it's worth, these pans are made in China, unlike the Calphalon Commercial from yesteryear. Guess that's why they are priced so low.

Answer: China

Well constructed, heavy, durable...these pans provide even heat across the whole cooking area. The non-stick surface is far superior to those found on most other brands of cookware. Foods slide off with ease. Because of the aluminum construction, it is rarely necessary to turn the heat much over halfway on my electric range. I have to admit, my wife and I usually buy AllClad. At this price point, however, these pans were irresistible. When compared to AllClad, I do not believe we have given up any quality by owning these pans. We've only saved money. <hl> Note: For what it's worth, these pans are made in China , unlike the Calphalon Commercial from yesteryear. <hl> Guess that's why they are priced so low.

Well constructed, heavy, durable...these pans provide even heat across the whole cooking area. The non-stick surface is far superior to those found on most other brands of cookware. Foods slide off with ease. Because of the aluminum construction, it is rarely necessary to turn the heat much over halfway on my electric range. I have to admit, my wife and I usually buy AllClad. At this price point, however, these pans were irresistible. When compared to AllClad, I do not believe we have given up any quality by owning these pans. We've only saved money.Note: For what it's worth, these pans are made in <hl> China <hl>, unlike the Calphalon Commercial from yesteryear. Guess that's why they are priced so low.

Note: For what it's worth, these pans are made in <hl> China <hl> , unlike the Calphalon Commercial from yesteryear.


Question: How many stars would you give this utensil holder?

I do love the look of this utensil holder, but it only works well if you have it fully loaded. While I'm sure your kitchen is like mine and has plenty of utensils to stuff it with, if you don't you might want to avoid it...they will pop out of all of the slots in the side (this happened to me while transferring from my previous holder). I gave this 3 stars since they could have easily fixed this by putting another 1/2 to 1 inch metal band around the inside of it (it's currently around 3/8 an inch or so). This wouldn't affect the asthetics much and would make it a much better product.

Answer: 3 stars

I do love the look of this utensil holder, but it only works well if you have it fully loaded. While I'm sure your kitchen is like mine and has plenty of utensils to stuff it with, if you don't you might want to avoid it...they will pop out of all of the slots in the side (this happened to me while transferring from my previous holder). <hl> I gave this 3 stars since they could have easily fixed this by putting another 1/2 to 1 inch metal band around the inside of it (it's currently around 3/8 an inch or so). <hl> This wouldn't affect the asthetics much and would make it a much better product.

I do love the look of this utensil holder, but it only works well if you have it fully loaded. While I'm sure your kitchen is like mine and has plenty of utensils to stuff it with, if you don't you might want to avoid it...they will pop out of all of the slots in the side (this happened to me while transferring from my previous holder). I gave this <hl> 3 stars <hl> since they could have easily fixed this by putting another 1/2 to 1 inch metal band around the inside of it (it's currently around 3/8 an inch or so). This wouldn't affect the asthetics much and would make it a much better product.


Question: What did they think about the pan's weight when they first bought it?

When I first got this pan I thought it was a little heavy, but after using it...love it. I have been able to saute onions and potatoes to a flavorful brown, scramble eggs to perfection, cook pork chops and the pan still cleans up so easy.I also like the responsiveness to heat...it takes temp changes well..heating up and cooling off pretty fast. The shape is good with that nice little flair and deep enough to do a lot more than omelets. A plus is that my Calphalon lids fit - both the glass 10" and the stainless lid.At this price this pan is a bargain. And of course I love that free shipping and good customer service of Amazon.

Answer: it was a little heavy

<hl> When I first got this pan I thought it was a little heavy , but after using it...love it. <hl> I have been able to saute onions and potatoes to a flavorful brown, scramble eggs to perfection, cook pork chops and the pan still cleans up so easy. I also like the responsiveness to heat...it takes temp changes well..heating up and cooling off pretty fast. The shape is good with that nice little flair and deep enough to do a lot more than omelets. A plus is that my Calphalon lids fit - both the glass 10" and the stainless lid. At this price this pan is a bargain. And of course I love that free shipping and good customer service of Amazon.

When I first got this pan I thought <hl> it was a little heavy <hl>, but after using it...love it. I have been able to saute onions and potatoes to a flavorful brown, scramble eggs to perfection, cook pork chops and the pan still cleans up so easy.I also like the responsiveness to heat...it takes temp changes well..heating up and cooling off pretty fast. The shape is good with that nice little flair and deep enough to do a lot more than omelets. A plus is that my Calphalon lids fit - both the glass 10" and the stainless lid.At this price this pan is a bargain. And of course I love that free shipping and good customer service of Amazon.

When I first got this pan I thought <hl> it was a little heavy <hl> , but after using it...love it.


Question: How can you use it?

This silicon muffin pan actual works well...and I was a little surprised about that.When you take it out of the package --its feels very soft and flimsy in you hand.....I used it without muffin paper cups...and it worked great.When picking it up from the top and bottom ( smaller length sides) it did not bend or twist or spill--though filled with the batter...I then placed it in the oven very easily...and again no trouble at all...going in nor coming out.Coming out of the oven was the same no trouble at all....and the muffins popped right out. Only one stuck a teeny bit.......and that could of been caused by the blueberries.I was impressed.I also cooked some muffins in a another smaller count metal pan...and frankly--I believe the results were equal...but the silicone may have a edge being really easier to handle and remove muffins when not using paper cups.I would consider purchasing a this silicone muffin pan whenever I need to obtain new ones.

Answer: without muffin paper cups

This silicon muffin pan actual works well...and I was a little surprised about that. When you take it out of the package --its feels very soft and flimsy in you hand..... <hl> I used it without muffin paper cups ...and it worked great. <hl> When picking it up from the top and bottom ( smaller length sides) it did not bend or twist or spill--though filled with the batter... I then placed it in the oven very easily...and again no trouble at all...going in nor coming out. Coming out of the oven was the same no trouble at all....and the muffins popped right out. Only one stuck a teeny bit.......and that could of been caused by the blueberries. I was impressed. I also cooked some muffins in a another smaller count metal pan...and frankly--I believe the results were equal...but the silicone may have a edge being really easier to handle and remove muffins when not using paper cups. I would consider purchasing a this silicone muffin pan whenever I need to obtain new ones.

This silicon muffin pan actual works well...and I was a little surprised about that.When you take it out of the package --its feels very soft and flimsy in you hand.....I used it <hl> without muffin paper cups <hl>...and it worked great.When picking it up from the top and bottom ( smaller length sides) it did not bend or twist or spill--though filled with the batter...I then placed it in the oven very easily...and again no trouble at all...going in nor coming out.Coming out of the oven was the same no trouble at all....and the muffins popped right out. Only one stuck a teeny bit.......and that could of been caused by the blueberries.I was impressed.I also cooked some muffins in a another smaller count metal pan...and frankly--I believe the results were equal...but the silicone may have a edge being really easier to handle and remove muffins when not using paper cups.I would consider purchasing a this silicone muffin pan whenever I need to obtain new ones.

I used it <hl> without muffin paper cups <hl> ...and it worked great.


Question: What should you do if the bag becomes moist inside?

I hate to pay so much for bags, but I really can see it prolongs the life of the fruit. Since fruits like blackberries and blueberries are so pricey, it's worth it to me to get these.They can be used up to 2 months, just don't put more than one kind of fruit in it at a time. Fruit stored together like that can encourage each other to ripen faster.I keep some bananas on a hanger on the counter, but put 1/2 in a green bag in the fridge. They stay firm instead of getting ripe too fast.If moisture accumulates inside the bag, you'll want to wipe it dry with a paper towel to keep the fruit longer.

Answer: wipe it dry with a paper towel

I hate to pay so much for bags, but I really can see it prolongs the life of the fruit. Since fruits like blackberries and blueberries are so pricey, it's worth it to me to get these. They can be used up to 2 months, just don't put more than one kind of fruit in it at a time. Fruit stored together like that can encourage each other to ripen faster. I keep some bananas on a hanger on the counter, but put 1/2 in a green bag in the fridge. They stay firm instead of getting ripe too fast. <hl> If moisture accumulates inside the bag, you'll want to wipe it dry with a paper towel to keep the fruit longer. <hl>

I hate to pay so much for bags, but I really can see it prolongs the life of the fruit. Since fruits like blackberries and blueberries are so pricey, it's worth it to me to get these.They can be used up to 2 months, just don't put more than one kind of fruit in it at a time. Fruit stored together like that can encourage each other to ripen faster.I keep some bananas on a hanger on the counter, but put 1/2 in a green bag in the fridge. They stay firm instead of getting ripe too fast.If moisture accumulates inside the bag, you'll want to <hl> wipe it dry with a paper towel <hl> to keep the fruit longer.


Question: Where is this product made?

We have these for our younger kids who don't eat enough to warrant using a full-size dinner plate (or for dessert or toast in the morning for grown ups). Rather than buy a set in one colour, we opted for buying a variety of colours and we mix & match (this also means that if one breaks, replacing it isn't such a big deal if that colour isn't currently available). These plates have been dropped, handled roughly when being loaded in the dishwasher and so far, in the four years we've been using them, we've only lost one or two items. The best part (and primary reason for us choosing FiestaWare) is that it's made in the US so no "made in China" crap.

Answer: US

We have these for our younger kids who don't eat enough to warrant using a full-size dinner plate (or for dessert or toast in the morning for grown ups). Rather than buy a set in one colour, we opted for buying a variety of colours and we mix & match (this also means that if one breaks, replacing it isn't such a big deal if that colour isn't currently available). These plates have been dropped, handled roughly when being loaded in the dishwasher and so far, in the four years we've been using them, we've only lost one or two items. <hl> The best part (and primary reason for us choosing FiestaWare) is that it's made in the US so no "made in China" crap. <hl>

We have these for our younger kids who don't eat enough to warrant using a full-size dinner plate (or for dessert or toast in the morning for grown ups). Rather than buy a set in one colour, we opted for buying a variety of colours and we mix & match (this also means that if one breaks, replacing it isn't such a big deal if that colour isn't currently available). These plates have been dropped, handled roughly when being loaded in the dishwasher and so far, in the four years we've been using them, we've only lost one or two items. The best part (and primary reason for us choosing FiestaWare) is that it's made in the <hl> US <hl> so no "made in China" crap.


Question: Which area is cleaned with compressed air in the new vacuum?

We replaced our old Hoover after years of service. Having a large dog takes a toll on vacuums in terms of nasty odors over time. I prefer bag less vacuums so my wife has no excuse not to clean such as out of bags (just kidding). The suction seems pretty good, it is much lighter weight than our old unit. It is not a rainbow or some other miracle vacuum that costs 10 times the price, so keeping that in mind it works well. If you need a $2000 vacuum to clean your floors I would suggest more frequent cleanings, or calling a therapist. I clean mine occasionally out side with compressed air to get all the dog stink out of the filter housings. Be sure to clean all of the filters a few times per year.

Answer: filter housings

We replaced our old Hoover after years of service. Having a large dog takes a toll on vacuums in terms of nasty odors over time. I prefer bag less vacuums so my wife has no excuse not to clean such as out of bags (just kidding). The suction seems pretty good, it is much lighter weight than our old unit. It is not a rainbow or some other miracle vacuum that costs 10 times the price, so keeping that in mind it works well. If you need a $2000 vacuum to clean your floors I would suggest more frequent cleanings, or calling a therapist. <hl> I clean mine occasionally out side with compressed air to get all the dog stink out of the filter housings . <hl> Be sure to clean all of the filters a few times per year.

We replaced our old Hoover after years of service. Having a large dog takes a toll on vacuums in terms of nasty odors over time. I prefer bag less vacuums so my wife has no excuse not to clean such as out of bags (just kidding). The suction seems pretty good, it is much lighter weight than our old unit. It is not a rainbow or some other miracle vacuum that costs 10 times the price, so keeping that in mind it works well. If you need a $2000 vacuum to clean your floors I would suggest more frequent cleanings, or calling a therapist. I clean mine occasionally out side with compressed air to get all the dog stink out of the <hl> filter housings <hl>. Be sure to clean all of the filters a few times per year.

I clean mine occasionally out side with compressed air to get all the dog stink out of the <hl> filter housings <hl> .


Question: What size skillets did they have in the past

I'm in a tiny RV and got this for the foldaway feature. It's bigger to store than any of the 10" and 11" skillets I've had in the past. You remove that base, and there are feet under it, just like on the non-foldaway ones. In fact, the base clogs up the inside, so the lid can't be stored with the handle down. Its snap-off handles are wobbly, making it feel insecure to lift. This whole foldaway structure seems to be a waste to me.It heated quickly and cooked fine, so I gave it 3 stars, but most of them do. I wanted this one for the foldaway feature.Someone commented that all the parts stored inside might scratch the teflon, so I kept the piece of thin foam that protects the inside. I line it with that before storing the parts.It's nice and deep.I'm pretty sure I'll replace it in the near future.

Answer: 10" and 11" skillets

I'm in a tiny RV and got this for the foldaway feature. <hl> It's bigger to store than any of the 10" and 11" skillets I've had in the past. <hl> You remove that base, and there are feet under it, just like on the non-foldaway ones. In fact, the base clogs up the inside, so the lid can't be stored with the handle down. Its snap-off handles are wobbly, making it feel insecure to lift. This whole foldaway structure seems to be a waste to me. It heated quickly and cooked fine, so I gave it 3 stars, but most of them do. I wanted this one for the foldaway feature. Someone commented that all the parts stored inside might scratch the teflon, so I kept the piece of thin foam that protects the inside. I line it with that before storing the parts. It's nice and deep. I'm pretty sure I'll replace it in the near future.

I'm in a tiny RV and got this for the foldaway feature. It's bigger to store than any of the <hl> 10" and 11" skillets <hl> I've had in the past. You remove that base, and there are feet under it, just like on the non-foldaway ones. In fact, the base clogs up the inside, so the lid can't be stored with the handle down. Its snap-off handles are wobbly, making it feel insecure to lift. This whole foldaway structure seems to be a waste to me.It heated quickly and cooked fine, so I gave it 3 stars, but most of them do. I wanted this one for the foldaway feature.Someone commented that all the parts stored inside might scratch the teflon, so I kept the piece of thin foam that protects the inside. I line it with that before storing the parts.It's nice and deep.I'm pretty sure I'll replace it in the near future.


Question: How many drinks can it hold?

I was tending bar at a friend's party and had too many drinks to carry by hand. I grabbed a large plastic serving plate and used that. At least there was only one drink left when it decided to slide across the plate and launch itself toward my friend. (It was a clear drink, and she's still my friend.) So I finally broke down and bought this tray.If you've worked in a restaurant you've probably used or seen these. Boring black tray, non-skid coating. Works just fine, nothing slips. Holds half a dozen drinks or three drinks and a small plate. Easy to wash with a brush (like this one:Libman Kitchen Brush). Might be dishwasher safe if your dishwasher uses water that's less than 150F (according to the instructions on the bottom of the tray--see uploaded photo.)Other reviewers have said this tray has a rubber smell, but mine had no smell when it arrived. I like this tray, just wish I'd picked it up a little sooner.

Answer: half a dozen drinks

I was tending bar at a friend's party and had too many drinks to carry by hand. I grabbed a large plastic serving plate and used that. At least there was only one drink left when it decided to slide across the plate and launch itself toward my friend. (It was a clear drink, and she's still my friend.) So I finally broke down and bought this tray. If you've worked in a restaurant you've probably used or seen these. Boring black tray, non-skid coating. Works just fine, nothing slips. <hl> Holds half a dozen drinks or three drinks and a small plate. <hl> Easy to wash with a brush (like this one:Libman Kitchen Brush). Might be dishwasher safe if your dishwasher uses water that's less than 150F (according to the instructions on the bottom of the tray--see uploaded photo.)Other reviewers have said this tray has a rubber smell, but mine had no smell when it arrived. I like this tray, just wish I'd picked it up a little sooner.

I was tending bar at a friend's party and had too many drinks to carry by hand. I grabbed a large plastic serving plate and used that. At least there was only one drink left when it decided to slide across the plate and launch itself toward my friend. (It was a clear drink, and she's still my friend.) So I finally broke down and bought this tray.If you've worked in a restaurant you've probably used or seen these. Boring black tray, non-skid coating. Works just fine, nothing slips. Holds <hl> half a dozen drinks <hl> or three drinks and a small plate. Easy to wash with a brush (like this one:Libman Kitchen Brush). Might be dishwasher safe if your dishwasher uses water that's less than 150F (according to the instructions on the bottom of the tray--see uploaded photo.)Other reviewers have said this tray has a rubber smell, but mine had no smell when it arrived. I like this tray, just wish I'd picked it up a little sooner.


Question: What else does it come with?

I really believe if you are looking for a cocktail shaker, then this will be the perfect fit for your mixology need. It even comes with a jigger! I am very sure that the 24 oz Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker from Natural Revolution Ltd will not disappoint you. This product gets two thumbs up from me!Disclosure: I received a sample product to review in exchange for my honest opinion. To read the rest of my review, please visit the blog! Below is just a small portion of my thoughts:

Answer: a jigger

It even comes with a jigger !

I really believe if you are looking for a cocktail shaker, then this will be the perfect fit for your mixology need. <hl> It even comes with a jigger ! <hl> I am very sure that the 24 oz Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker from Natural Revolution Ltd will not disappoint you. This product gets two thumbs up from me!Disclosure: I received a sample product to review in exchange for my honest opinion. To read the rest of my review, please visit the blog! Below is just a small portion of my thoughts:

I really believe if you are looking for a cocktail shaker, then this will be the perfect fit for your mixology need. It even comes with <hl> a jigger <hl>! I am very sure that the 24 oz Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker from Natural Revolution Ltd will not disappoint you. This product gets two thumbs up from me!Disclosure: I received a sample product to review in exchange for my honest opinion. To read the rest of my review, please visit the blog! Below is just a small portion of my thoughts:


Question: How does the writer treat leaky food?

We love our Easy Lunch Boxes! I have had a set for 2+ years - from preschool to first grade, and they still are in excellent condition. I do not hand wash, they go through the dishwasher (normal wash/heat dry) and I've had no warping or discoloration.My favorite things about ELBs:no more plastic baggies!No more squished lunches!! (nothing says "yuck" like a flat or half-flat BB&J;)Packing lunch is quick and easy - just assembly-line the boxes!I love that lunches for my two kids and I fit all together in the Easy Lunchbox insulated tote for when we go on picnics in the park/zoo, we do not need separate lunch bags.and I love all the lunch ideas on the Easy Lunchbox website/gallery. When in a lunch-rut, I check out the photos to keep my kids interested and excited in their lunches.For "leaky" items like apple sauce, canned fruit, veggie dip, etc., I just put a little Press-n-Seal over that compartment. It is rare that I pack that sort of thing though, I usually get applesauce cups and they drop right into the middle-sized compartment with no problem, and sit low enough that the Easy Lunchbox Lid still fits on.

Answer: put a little Press-n-Seal over that compartment

We love our Easy Lunch Boxes! I have had a set for 2+ years - from preschool to first grade, and they still are in excellent condition. I do not hand wash, they go through the dishwasher (normal wash/heat dry) and I've had no warping or discoloration. My favorite things about ELBs:no more plastic baggies!No more squished lunches!! (nothing says "yuck" like a flat or half-flat BB&J;)Packing lunch is quick and easy - just assembly-line the boxes!I love that lunches for my two kids and I fit all together in the Easy Lunchbox insulated tote for when we go on picnics in the park/zoo, we do not need separate lunch bags.and I love all the lunch ideas on the Easy Lunchbox website/gallery. When in a lunch-rut, I check out the photos to keep my kids interested and excited in their lunches. <hl> For "leaky" items like apple sauce, canned fruit, veggie dip, etc., I just put a little Press-n-Seal over that compartment . <hl> It is rare that I pack that sort of thing though, I usually get applesauce cups and they drop right into the middle-sized compartment with no problem, and sit low enough that the Easy Lunchbox Lid still fits on.

We love our Easy Lunch Boxes! I have had a set for 2+ years - from preschool to first grade, and they still are in excellent condition. I do not hand wash, they go through the dishwasher (normal wash/heat dry) and I've had no warping or discoloration.My favorite things about ELBs:no more plastic baggies!No more squished lunches!! (nothing says "yuck" like a flat or half-flat BB&J;)Packing lunch is quick and easy - just assembly-line the boxes!I love that lunches for my two kids and I fit all together in the Easy Lunchbox insulated tote for when we go on picnics in the park/zoo, we do not need separate lunch bags.and I love all the lunch ideas on the Easy Lunchbox website/gallery. When in a lunch-rut, I check out the photos to keep my kids interested and excited in their lunches.For "leaky" items like apple sauce, canned fruit, veggie dip, etc., I just <hl> put a little Press-n-Seal over that compartment <hl>. It is rare that I pack that sort of thing though, I usually get applesauce cups and they drop right into the middle-sized compartment with no problem, and sit low enough that the Easy Lunchbox Lid still fits on.

For "leaky" items like apple sauce, canned fruit, veggie dip, etc., I just <hl> put a little Press-n-Seal over that compartment <hl> .


Question: What  did they use before?

This travel mug is great. We've gone through a lot of travel mugs in this house and my husband and I have never found one that we really liked until this one. We have one of the older versions without the easy clean lid and this version is much improved. Basically the inner part of the cup opens for easier cleaning. I still find it easiest to put some really hot water in it and leave it up side down for a while before washing it to make sure it's clean. Coffee stays really hot in this for a very long time. This fits well in standard cup holders and doesn't spill or leak.

Answer: older versions

This travel mug is great. We've gone through a lot of travel mugs in this house and my husband and I have never found one that we really liked until this one. <hl> We have one of the older versions without the easy clean lid and this version is much improved. <hl> Basically the inner part of the cup opens for easier cleaning. I still find it easiest to put some really hot water in it and leave it up side down for a while before washing it to make sure it's clean. Coffee stays really hot in this for a very long time. This fits well in standard cup holders and doesn't spill or leak.

This travel mug is great. We've gone through a lot of travel mugs in this house and my husband and I have never found one that we really liked until this one. We have one of the <hl> older versions <hl> without the easy clean lid and this version is much improved. Basically the inner part of the cup opens for easier cleaning. I still find it easiest to put some really hot water in it and leave it up side down for a while before washing it to make sure it's clean. Coffee stays really hot in this for a very long time. This fits well in standard cup holders and doesn't spill or leak.


Question: What makes it Chinese?

Alice May Brock is quoted as saying:Tomatoes and oregano makes it Italian;Tarragon and wine makes it French;Sour cream makes it Russian;Lemon and cinnamon make it Greek;Soy sauce makes it Chinese;Garlic makes it good.And Zyliss garlic press makes it oh so easy (and unmessy) to get the garlic where you need it! Don't even have to peel the garlic!(Caution: the cleaning tool (to get any remaining garlic out of the holes) is unidirectional. It does need to be lined up or you will break some of the plastic tines. But you rarely need to use it anyway, it's so simple to clean.)Even America's Test Kitchen loves this garlic press!

Answer: Soy sauce

<hl> Alice May Brock is quoted as saying:Tomatoes and oregano makes it Italian;Tarragon and wine makes it French;Sour cream makes it Russian;Lemon and cinnamon make it Greek; Soy sauce makes it Chinese;Garlic makes it good. <hl> And Zyliss garlic press makes it oh so easy (and unmessy) to get the garlic where you need it! Don't even have to peel the garlic!(Caution: the cleaning tool (to get any remaining garlic out of the holes) is unidirectional. It does need to be lined up or you will break some of the plastic tines. But you rarely need to use it anyway, it's so simple to clean.)Even America's Test Kitchen loves this garlic press!

Alice May Brock is quoted as saying:Tomatoes and oregano makes it Italian;Tarragon and wine makes it French;Sour cream makes it Russian;Lemon and cinnamon make it Greek;<hl> Soy sauce <hl> makes it Chinese;Garlic makes it good.And Zyliss garlic press makes it oh so easy (and unmessy) to get the garlic where you need it! Don't even have to peel the garlic!(Caution: the cleaning tool (to get any remaining garlic out of the holes) is unidirectional. It does need to be lined up or you will break some of the plastic tines. But you rarely need to use it anyway, it's so simple to clean.)Even America's Test Kitchen loves this garlic press!

Alice May Brock is quoted as saying:Tomatoes and oregano makes it Italian;Tarragon and wine makes it French;Sour cream makes it Russian;Lemon and cinnamon make it Greek; <hl> Soy sauce <hl> makes it Chinese;Garlic makes it good.


Question: Does Circulon only work on induction?

These are beautiful. I love the professional look of steel cookware but wanted the convenience of Circulon's great nonstick interior. This is my second set of Circulon. My other set is over 4 years old and still looks new but has the hard anodized exterior, I plan on handing that down to a friend. I cook a lot and have company for dinner several times a month so I like showing these off. I have an induction cook top and you cannot beat the Circulon with stainless steel base for even cooking on induction. Of course it works on gas and electric too. By the way these are heavy mainly because of the wonderful stainless steel base, some people don't like that but I feel it's a sign of the quality and induction option.

Answer: works on gas and electric

These are beautiful. I love the professional look of steel cookware but wanted the convenience of Circulon's great nonstick interior. This is my second set of Circulon. My other set is over 4 years old and still looks new but has the hard anodized exterior, I plan on handing that down to a friend. I cook a lot and have company for dinner several times a month so I like showing these off. I have an induction cook top and you cannot beat the Circulon with stainless steel base for even cooking on induction. <hl> Of course it works on gas and electric too. <hl> By the way these are heavy mainly because of the wonderful stainless steel base, some people don't like that but I feel it's a sign of the quality and induction option.

These are beautiful. I love the professional look of steel cookware but wanted the convenience of Circulon's great nonstick interior. This is my second set of Circulon. My other set is over 4 years old and still looks new but has the hard anodized exterior, I plan on handing that down to a friend. I cook a lot and have company for dinner several times a month so I like showing these off. I have an induction cook top and you cannot beat the Circulon with stainless steel base for even cooking on induction. Of course it <hl> works on gas and electric <hl> too. By the way these are heavy mainly because of the wonderful stainless steel base, some people don't like that but I feel it's a sign of the quality and induction option.


Question: What are two notable compliments the author made of this scale?

I was searching all over the place for an extremely accurate scale and finally settled on this one. Now that I've owned it for almost 3 years, I can confirm that it's extremely durable and totally accurate. I've done comparisons with very expensive laboratory and M.D. scales, and have found this one to be right on the money. I even use it to weigh my cat just before bringing him to the vet. His weight at the vet is always the same as what I measure on this scale. This is a solid, heavy weight and sturdy scale, and certainly much better than anything else I've used in the past. When they say precision, that's exactly what they mean, right down to a tenth of a pound. You won't be dissatisfied if you purchase this scale. I give it 5 big stars.

Answer: extremely durable and totally accurate

I was searching all over the place for an extremely accurate scale and finally settled on this one. <hl> Now that I've owned it for almost 3 years, I can confirm that it's extremely durable and totally accurate . <hl> I've done comparisons with very expensive laboratory and M.D. scales, and have found this one to be right on the money. I even use it to weigh my cat just before bringing him to the vet. His weight at the vet is always the same as what I measure on this scale. This is a solid, heavy weight and sturdy scale, and certainly much better than anything else I've used in the past. When they say precision, that's exactly what they mean, right down to a tenth of a pound. You won't be dissatisfied if you purchase this scale. I give it 5 big stars.

I was searching all over the place for an extremely accurate scale and finally settled on this one. Now that I've owned it for almost 3 years, I can confirm that it's <hl> extremely durable and totally accurate <hl>. I've done comparisons with very expensive laboratory and M.D. scales, and have found this one to be right on the money. I even use it to weigh my cat just before bringing him to the vet. His weight at the vet is always the same as what I measure on this scale. This is a solid, heavy weight and sturdy scale, and certainly much better than anything else I've used in the past. When they say precision, that's exactly what they mean, right down to a tenth of a pound. You won't be dissatisfied if you purchase this scale. I give it 5 big stars.

Now that I've owned it for almost 3 years, I can confirm that it's <hl> extremely durable and totally accurate <hl> .


Question: How often does the reviewer use this fan used at home?

I had a tower fan for over 8 years and it suddenly died and they didn't make it anymore. So I searched and found the Lasko 2551, decided to give it a try. It comes just needing to be attached to the base, which is easy. It's nice and tall, so half the air isn't blown into the floor. I use this fan constantly when I am at home, especially for white noise to block out other noise in the home and for sleeping soundly. For me, the fan is almost too quiet. It's sturdy, doesn't tip over easily, and has a nice cord length.

Answer: constantly

I had a tower fan for over 8 years and it suddenly died and they didn't make it anymore. So I searched and found the Lasko 2551, decided to give it a try. It comes just needing to be attached to the base, which is easy. It's nice and tall, so half the air isn't blown into the floor. <hl> I use this fan constantly when I am at home, especially for white noise to block out other noise in the home and for sleeping soundly. <hl> For me, the fan is almost too quiet. It's sturdy, doesn't tip over easily, and has a nice cord length.

I had a tower fan for over 8 years and it suddenly died and they didn't make it anymore. So I searched and found the Lasko 2551, decided to give it a try. It comes just needing to be attached to the base, which is easy. It's nice and tall, so half the air isn't blown into the floor. I use this fan <hl> constantly <hl> when I am at home, especially for white noise to block out other noise in the home and for sleeping soundly. For me, the fan is almost too quiet. It's sturdy, doesn't tip over easily, and has a nice cord length.


Question: What does the person advise against leaving in the pan during cooking?

We have the Caphalon Pots & Pans, these were a natural addition to our set to make sure our Pots & Pans investment would last!http://www.amazon.com/Calphalon-Unison-Nonstick-10-Piece-Cookware/dp/B0028S7R58/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_topThese Nylon Utensils protect our cookware, they are very durable, wash well in dishwasher or by hand - (no spotting / falling apart as other reviewers have stated). I wouldn't suggest you leave the spoon / lifter in the pan while cooking, rather set them on a plate or dish on the side between stirs. Not that they can't 'last' in the pan without melting - just not suggested to keep them in there.The handles feel good, have a nice 'weight', and work well. Enjoy!

Answer: the spoon / lifter

We have the Caphalon Pots & Pans, these were a natural addition to our set to make sure our Pots & Pans investment would last!http://www.amazon.com/Calphalon-Unison-Nonstick-10-Piece-Cookware/dp/B0028S7R58/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_topThese Nylon Utensils protect our cookware, they are very durable, wash well in dishwasher or by hand - (no spotting / falling apart as other reviewers have stated). <hl> I wouldn't suggest you leave the spoon / lifter in the pan while cooking, rather set them on a plate or dish on the side between stirs. <hl> Not that they can't 'last' in the pan without melting - just not suggested to keep them in there. The handles feel good, have a nice 'weight', and work well. Enjoy!

We have the Caphalon Pots & Pans, these were a natural addition to our set to make sure our Pots & Pans investment would last!http://www.amazon.com/Calphalon-Unison-Nonstick-10-Piece-Cookware/dp/B0028S7R58/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_topThese Nylon Utensils protect our cookware, they are very durable, wash well in dishwasher or by hand - (no spotting / falling apart as other reviewers have stated). I wouldn't suggest you leave <hl> the spoon / lifter <hl> in the pan while cooking, rather set them on a plate or dish on the side between stirs. Not that they can't 'last' in the pan without melting - just not suggested to keep them in there.The handles feel good, have a nice 'weight', and work well. Enjoy!


Question: What is a difficult feature of this pan?

I read so many reviews on this and other comparable pans. I decided on this one for the price and for the handles. I agree, the handles do help with balance and made it easier to put in or take out of the oven. The glass bottom feature is great...no mess trying to separate the cake from the bottom in order to serve. I just remove the side ring and serve! However, my disappointment would be the difficulty in trying to put the glass bottom back into the ring! I had such a hard time..especially knowing how delicate the glass bottom is. If you do not put the bottom in just right, it will not seal properly resulting in leaks! Unless I am not aware of the proper technique in putting this pan back together, I think it's a shame I had such a hard time. I really had high hopes for this pan. But thanks to the glass bottom, at the end of the day, I didn't have scratches from scrapping the bottom and the pan still looks great.

Answer: trying to put the glass bottom back into the ring

I read so many reviews on this and other comparable pans. I decided on this one for the price and for the handles. I agree, the handles do help with balance and made it easier to put in or take out of the oven. The glass bottom feature is great...no mess trying to separate the cake from the bottom in order to serve. I just remove the side ring and serve! <hl> However, my disappointment would be the difficulty in trying to put the glass bottom back into the ring ! <hl> I had such a hard time..especially knowing how delicate the glass bottom is. If you do not put the bottom in just right, it will not seal properly resulting in leaks! Unless I am not aware of the proper technique in putting this pan back together, I think it's a shame I had such a hard time. I really had high hopes for this pan. But thanks to the glass bottom, at the end of the day, I didn't have scratches from scrapping the bottom and the pan still looks great.

I read so many reviews on this and other comparable pans. I decided on this one for the price and for the handles. I agree, the handles do help with balance and made it easier to put in or take out of the oven. The glass bottom feature is great...no mess trying to separate the cake from the bottom in order to serve. I just remove the side ring and serve! However, my disappointment would be the difficulty in <hl> trying to put the glass bottom back into the ring <hl>! I had such a hard time..especially knowing how delicate the glass bottom is. If you do not put the bottom in just right, it will not seal properly resulting in leaks! Unless I am not aware of the proper technique in putting this pan back together, I think it's a shame I had such a hard time. I really had high hopes for this pan. But thanks to the glass bottom, at the end of the day, I didn't have scratches from scrapping the bottom and the pan still looks great.

However, my disappointment would be the difficulty in <hl> trying to put the glass bottom back into the ring <hl> !


Question: Does it keep the coffee fresh?

I drink several cups of coffee per day and have been using a 4 cup Mr. Coffee which performs satisfactorily. This new coffee maker makes a good cup of coffee. If you make a small quantity the coffee is not as hot as many people might prefer. I found that making a half pot or more results in hotter coffee. The coffee maker looks great and I appreciate the simple design that makes it easy to clean the tank, the filter holder and the glass carafe. The grey color looks nice and has a matte finish. Unlike my shiny black Mr. Coffee, this unit does not show finger prints and is easier to wipe clean. Other commentors have covered everything you can say. I have no problem with the carafe but I do remove the coffee filter unit before pouring. To me this is only logical.I paid $59.99 through [...] This site had the lowest price and delivered it in a week or so but were very poor in answering calls or emails. Compared to other small coffee makers this is expensive and has fewer features such as a clock or automatic "turn-on" at a set time. This does not bother me since it only takes about 4 minutes to brew and every other appliance seems to have a clock anyway. When I would set my Mr. Coffee to come on at 6AM it seems I didn't get up until 6:20 and the coffee was already burnt! I stopped using that feature. For me the biggest, though very minor, inconvenience is that you can't pour coffee until the brewing cycle is complete.

Answer: already burnt

I drink several cups of coffee per day and have been using a 4 cup Mr. Coffee which performs satisfactorily. This new coffee maker makes a good cup of coffee. If you make a small quantity the coffee is not as hot as many people might prefer. I found that making a half pot or more results in hotter coffee. The coffee maker looks great and I appreciate the simple design that makes it easy to clean the tank, the filter holder and the glass carafe. The grey color looks nice and has a matte finish. Unlike my shiny black Mr. Coffee, this unit does not show finger prints and is easier to wipe clean. Other commentors have covered everything you can say. I have no problem with the carafe but I do remove the coffee filter unit before pouring. To me this is only logical. I paid $59.99 through [...] This site had the lowest price and delivered it in a week or so but were very poor in answering calls or emails. Compared to other small coffee makers this is expensive and has fewer features such as a clock or automatic "turn-on" at a set time. This does not bother me since it only takes about 4 minutes to brew and every other appliance seems to have a clock anyway. <hl> When I would set my Mr. Coffee to come on at 6AM it seems I didn't get up until 6:20 and the coffee was already burnt ! <hl> I stopped using that feature. For me the biggest, though very minor, inconvenience is that you can't pour coffee until the brewing cycle is complete.

I drink several cups of coffee per day and have been using a 4 cup Mr. Coffee which performs satisfactorily. This new coffee maker makes a good cup of coffee. If you make a small quantity the coffee is not as hot as many people might prefer. I found that making a half pot or more results in hotter coffee. The coffee maker looks great and I appreciate the simple design that makes it easy to clean the tank, the filter holder and the glass carafe. The grey color looks nice and has a matte finish. Unlike my shiny black Mr. Coffee, this unit does not show finger prints and is easier to wipe clean. Other commentors have covered everything you can say. I have no problem with the carafe but I do remove the coffee filter unit before pouring. To me this is only logical.I paid $59.99 through [...] This site had the lowest price and delivered it in a week or so but were very poor in answering calls or emails. Compared to other small coffee makers this is expensive and has fewer features such as a clock or automatic "turn-on" at a set time. This does not bother me since it only takes about 4 minutes to brew and every other appliance seems to have a clock anyway. When I would set my Mr. Coffee to come on at 6AM it seems I didn't get up until 6:20 and the coffee was <hl> already burnt <hl>! I stopped using that feature. For me the biggest, though very minor, inconvenience is that you can't pour coffee until the brewing cycle is complete.

When I would set my Mr. Coffee to come on at 6AM it seems I didn't get up until 6:20 and the coffee was <hl> already burnt <hl> !


Question: how many bottles can fit in the wine cellar?

I ordered this wine cellar to replace one that had stopped working. My old one was also a 6 bottle cellar but when I compared the dimensions listed here on Amazon,this one was bigger. It was 3 inches taller. I almost didnt order it for this reason. I searched for a few days and decided to go ahead and purchase this one. After ordering, I spent half the day moving things around to find a new place for this larger unit. I received my order yesterday . I was shocked when I took it out of the box and set it beside the old one . They were IDENTICAL in size! It appears to me that the dimensions listed on this include the SHIPPING BOX!!This wine cellar is quiet and cooling perfectly. I am very happy with my purchase. The dimensions of this wine cellar are 20 inches deep X 14.5 inches tall X 10 inches wide .

Answer: 6

I ordered this wine cellar to replace one that had stopped working. <hl> My old one was also a 6 bottle cellar but when I compared the dimensions listed here on Amazon,this one was bigger. <hl> It was 3 inches taller. I almost didnt order it for this reason. I searched for a few days and decided to go ahead and purchase this one. After ordering, I spent half the day moving things around to find a new place for this larger unit. I received my order yesterday . I was shocked when I took it out of the box and set it beside the old one . They were IDENTICAL in size! It appears to me that the dimensions listed on this include the SHIPPING BOX!!This wine cellar is quiet and cooling perfectly. I am very happy with my purchase. The dimensions of this wine cellar are 20 inches deep X 14.5 inches tall X 10 inches wide .

I ordered this wine cellar to replace one that had stopped working. My old one was also a <hl> 6 <hl> bottle cellar but when I compared the dimensions listed here on Amazon,this one was bigger. It was 3 inches taller. I almost didnt order it for this reason. I searched for a few days and decided to go ahead and purchase this one. After ordering, I spent half the day moving things around to find a new place for this larger unit. I received my order yesterday . I was shocked when I took it out of the box and set it beside the old one . They were IDENTICAL in size! It appears to me that the dimensions listed on this include the SHIPPING BOX!!This wine cellar is quiet and cooling perfectly. I am very happy with my purchase. The dimensions of this wine cellar are 20 inches deep X 14.5 inches tall X 10 inches wide .