Question: What is being reviewed?

I disagree that Wilton is easy to roll out - perhaps that was on an extremely hot day in a very humid house?! I can't tell you how crappy this fondant is to work with. it is so stiff. My husband and I tried it several times (thinking maybe at first we just got a bad box) we both sat with half the box each and worked it until our hands were sore to get it vaguely softened. Then I tried to roll it out, it was so stiff I was using my whole body weight to roll it. My husband rolled it out with difficulty. By the time you've managed to roll it thin enough (all that effort takes time) it has dried out and cracks as it folds over the cake. Terrible fondant. SATIN ICE is much much better, more pliable, easier to roll out and much nicer flavor. Wilton flavor is kinda ok, it's not discusting like some say but SATIN ICE is so much nicer and also comes in many different flavors like vanilla or buttercream - even chocolate! whereas Wilton comes in one fake flavor. Stay away from Wilton!!!!

Answer: fondant

I disagree that Wilton is easy to roll out - perhaps that was on an extremely hot day in a very humid house?! <hl> I can't tell you how crappy this fondant is to work with. <hl> it is so stiff. My husband and I tried it several times (thinking maybe at first we just got a bad box) we both sat with half the box each and worked it until our hands were sore to get it vaguely softened. Then I tried to roll it out, it was so stiff I was using my whole body weight to roll it. My husband rolled it out with difficulty. By the time you've managed to roll it thin enough (all that effort takes time) it has dried out and cracks as it folds over the cake. Terrible fondant. SATIN ICE is much much better, more pliable, easier to roll out and much nicer flavor. Wilton flavor is kinda ok, it's not discusting like some say but SATIN ICE is so much nicer and also comes in many different flavors like vanilla or buttercream - even chocolate! whereas Wilton comes in one fake flavor. Stay away from Wilton!!!!

I disagree that Wilton is easy to roll out - perhaps that was on an extremely hot day in a very humid house?! I can't tell you how crappy this <hl> fondant <hl> is to work with. it is so stiff. My husband and I tried it several times (thinking maybe at first we just got a bad box) we both sat with half the box each and worked it until our hands were sore to get it vaguely softened. Then I tried to roll it out, it was so stiff I was using my whole body weight to roll it. My husband rolled it out with difficulty. By the time you've managed to roll it thin enough (all that effort takes time) it has dried out and cracks as it folds over the cake. Terrible fondant. SATIN ICE is much much better, more pliable, easier to roll out and much nicer flavor. Wilton flavor is kinda ok, it's not discusting like some say but SATIN ICE is so much nicer and also comes in many different flavors like vanilla or buttercream - even chocolate! whereas Wilton comes in one fake flavor. Stay away from Wilton!!!!


Question: What seemed to get wrapped around everything?

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

Answer: a 50' extension cord

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

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


Question: The name of the cookbook mentioned is?

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

Answer: Against all Grain

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

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


Question: Why did the person buy the vacuum?

I bought this vacuum to replace another small one that I have. This little baby really picks up stuff that my other one never did. It's light weight, perfect size for a one bedroom apartment with a mix of hardwood and carpeted floors, and easily glides from one surface to another. It has a anti scratch resistant squeegee blade that picks up the smallest dirt on hardwood floors and the rotary brush assembly does an excellent job on the carpet plus bristles for the corners that more expensive vacuums have. Since I've only had it for a week, the test will be how well it works (has a 1 year warranty) in the long run, but for the price I can't complain.

Answer: replace another small one

<hl> I bought this vacuum to replace another small one that I have. <hl> This little baby really picks up stuff that my other one never did. It's light weight, perfect size for a one bedroom apartment with a mix of hardwood and carpeted floors, and easily glides from one surface to another. It has a anti scratch resistant squeegee blade that picks up the smallest dirt on hardwood floors and the rotary brush assembly does an excellent job on the carpet plus bristles for the corners that more expensive vacuums have. Since I've only had it for a week, the test will be how well it works (has a 1 year warranty) in the long run, but for the price I can't complain.

I bought this vacuum to <hl> replace another small one <hl> that I have. This little baby really picks up stuff that my other one never did. It's light weight, perfect size for a one bedroom apartment with a mix of hardwood and carpeted floors, and easily glides from one surface to another. It has a anti scratch resistant squeegee blade that picks up the smallest dirt on hardwood floors and the rotary brush assembly does an excellent job on the carpet plus bristles for the corners that more expensive vacuums have. Since I've only had it for a week, the test will be how well it works (has a 1 year warranty) in the long run, but for the price I can't complain.


Question: How many levels of steam are there?

As far as steamers go, this must be one of the best. Long cord, easy to fill with water, steam in 30-seconds, two levels of steam, even distribution of steam, light weight, no hand pumping, swivel head for tight spots, pad attaches easily. If the one I have were to break, I would probably get another SI-60 just like the one I have now.All that being said; I mop twice after first sweeping and vacuuming the floor. First mop is with a sponge mop that has a squeeze type ringer and a bristle scrub brush on the flip side; I do use a floor cleaning product in the hot water. Then I go over the floor with the steam mop. When I get done the floor looks good and I think its clean. I was not satisfied using the steam mop alone.

Answer: two

As far as steamers go, this must be one of the best. <hl> Long cord, easy to fill with water, steam in 30-seconds, two levels of steam, even distribution of steam, light weight, no hand pumping, swivel head for tight spots, pad attaches easily. <hl> If the one I have were to break, I would probably get another SI-60 just like the one I have now. All that being said; I mop twice after first sweeping and vacuuming the floor. First mop is with a sponge mop that has a squeeze type ringer and a bristle scrub brush on the flip side; I do use a floor cleaning product in the hot water. Then I go over the floor with the steam mop. When I get done the floor looks good and I think its clean. I was not satisfied using the steam mop alone.

As far as steamers go, this must be one of the best. Long cord, easy to fill with water, steam in 30-seconds, <hl> two <hl> levels of steam, even distribution of steam, light weight, no hand pumping, swivel head for tight spots, pad attaches easily. If the one I have were to break, I would probably get another SI-60 just like the one I have now.All that being said; I mop twice after first sweeping and vacuuming the floor. First mop is with a sponge mop that has a squeeze type ringer and a bristle scrub brush on the flip side; I do use a floor cleaning product in the hot water. Then I go over the floor with the steam mop. When I get done the floor looks good and I think its clean. I was not satisfied using the steam mop alone.


Question: How is the plastic rated?

I have struggled with space in tiny cabinets for years. I just wound up digging through tons of canned goods, wound up loosing small things and was generally unhappy about the whole situation. This worked out beautifully, especially the bottom portion which is large enough for full sized canned goods (10>16oz type). The top portion because of how small my cabinents are, doesn't hold a lot but I use it for holding things like cans of Tuna, small jars of preserves, toothpicks and etc. It holds a lot more than th picture implies, which is a good thing my book.It's not especially strong palstic, but so far it been holding up well. I've had it for a handful months and no cracks or issues so far.

Answer: not especially strong palstic

I have struggled with space in tiny cabinets for years. I just wound up digging through tons of canned goods, wound up loosing small things and was generally unhappy about the whole situation. This worked out beautifully, especially the bottom portion which is large enough for full sized canned goods (10>16oz type). The top portion because of how small my cabinents are, doesn't hold a lot but I use it for holding things like cans of Tuna, small jars of preserves, toothpicks and etc. It holds a lot more than th picture implies, which is a good thing my book. <hl> It's not especially strong palstic , but so far it been holding up well. <hl> I've had it for a handful months and no cracks or issues so far.

I have struggled with space in tiny cabinets for years. I just wound up digging through tons of canned goods, wound up loosing small things and was generally unhappy about the whole situation. This worked out beautifully, especially the bottom portion which is large enough for full sized canned goods (10>16oz type). The top portion because of how small my cabinents are, doesn't hold a lot but I use it for holding things like cans of Tuna, small jars of preserves, toothpicks and etc. It holds a lot more than th picture implies, which is a good thing my book.It's <hl> not especially strong palstic <hl>, but so far it been holding up well. I've had it for a handful months and no cracks or issues so far.

It's <hl> not especially strong palstic <hl> , but so far it been holding up well.


Question: What will the sheets stand up to, according to the reviewer?

I bought a down-alternative comforter for my son. I decided to buy a sheet set to make a Duvet Comforter cover with.I let him pick out the sheet set pattern and he chose this one. I was a little sceptical in how the quality of the sheet set would be, especially if I sewed it together with a matching solid color flat sheet.Well, I was happily suprised when this set arrived. The set was of great quality and these sheets will stand up to many washings. The top sheet is now sewn together with a matching solid sheet to make the comforter cover, and the fitted sheet and pillow cases are great!Highly recommend this sheet set.

Answer: many washings

I bought a down-alternative comforter for my son. I decided to buy a sheet set to make a Duvet Comforter cover with. I let him pick out the sheet set pattern and he chose this one. I was a little sceptical in how the quality of the sheet set would be, especially if I sewed it together with a matching solid color flat sheet. Well, I was happily suprised when this set arrived. <hl> The set was of great quality and these sheets will stand up to many washings . <hl> The top sheet is now sewn together with a matching solid sheet to make the comforter cover, and the fitted sheet and pillow cases are great!Highly recommend this sheet set.

I bought a down-alternative comforter for my son. I decided to buy a sheet set to make a Duvet Comforter cover with.I let him pick out the sheet set pattern and he chose this one. I was a little sceptical in how the quality of the sheet set would be, especially if I sewed it together with a matching solid color flat sheet.Well, I was happily suprised when this set arrived. The set was of great quality and these sheets will stand up to <hl> many washings <hl>. The top sheet is now sewn together with a matching solid sheet to make the comforter cover, and the fitted sheet and pillow cases are great!Highly recommend this sheet set.

The set was of great quality and these sheets will stand up to <hl> many washings <hl> .


Question: How far out of warranty was the reviewers product?

I purchased a BXB 10c from Amazon about 3 1/2 years ago. The coffee maker just quit on morning trying to brew coffee. While this coffee maker looks great and has the reputation that Bunn has had for over some 50 years of making coffee makers probably the top name in coffee makers, this one is not in that class.I called Bunn Service and told them about the problem, heat plate wouldn't work, On/Off light on the hot plate quit working and the next day the heating element for heating the self contained reservoir holding onboard water also quit working. Their answer was, "Your warranty is 3 days past warranty." I asked to you ever fix these anymore and their reply was "NO." I asked why not, and her reply was, "Bunn has found them to be too troublesome to fix and it's just cheaper to warranty them and then when off warranty tell the customer to throw them away!" Whaaaat? Throw them away. Well I attempted to fix it myself thinking any product of this type would have an inline fuse. Guess what? ...No inline fuse. This thing is TOTAL JUNK. OVER PRICED JUNK. Buyer beware.

Answer: 3 days

I purchased a BXB 10c from Amazon about 3 1/2 years ago. The coffee maker just quit on morning trying to brew coffee. While this coffee maker looks great and has the reputation that Bunn has had for over some 50 years of making coffee makers probably the top name in coffee makers, this one is not in that class. I called Bunn Service and told them about the problem, heat plate wouldn't work, On/Off light on the hot plate quit working and the next day the heating element for heating the self contained reservoir holding onboard water also quit working. <hl> Their answer was, "Your warranty is 3 days past warranty." I asked to you ever fix these anymore and their reply was "NO." I asked why not, and her reply was, "Bunn has found them to be too troublesome to fix and it's just cheaper to warranty them and then when off warranty tell the customer to throw them away!" Whaaaat? <hl> Throw them away. Well I attempted to fix it myself thinking any product of this type would have an inline fuse. Guess what? ... No inline fuse. This thing is TOTAL JUNK. OVER PRICED JUNK. Buyer beware.

I purchased a BXB 10c from Amazon about 3 1/2 years ago. The coffee maker just quit on morning trying to brew coffee. While this coffee maker looks great and has the reputation that Bunn has had for over some 50 years of making coffee makers probably the top name in coffee makers, this one is not in that class.I called Bunn Service and told them about the problem, heat plate wouldn't work, On/Off light on the hot plate quit working and the next day the heating element for heating the self contained reservoir holding onboard water also quit working. Their answer was, "Your warranty is <hl> 3 days <hl> past warranty." I asked to you ever fix these anymore and their reply was "NO." I asked why not, and her reply was, "Bunn has found them to be too troublesome to fix and it's just cheaper to warranty them and then when off warranty tell the customer to throw them away!" Whaaaat? Throw them away. Well I attempted to fix it myself thinking any product of this type would have an inline fuse. Guess what? ...No inline fuse. This thing is TOTAL JUNK. OVER PRICED JUNK. Buyer beware.


Question: What might you sign up for to go on a buying binge?

If you work in the medical industry you need this mug. Wait. If you work in the medical industry and are that guy/girl in the office, then you need this mug. Wait. If you work in the medical industry and are that guy/girl in the office and you make yourself laugh harder than most interaction with other living things you have already purchased this mug and are only looking at prior purchases on Amazon to make yourself feel better about all the money you spent since you signed up for Prime and went on a binge of cheap crap you would never pay for in the store but since you saw it here for a few bucks...hey, why not?

Answer: Prime

If you work in the medical industry you need this mug. Wait. If you work in the medical industry and are that guy/girl in the office, then you need this mug. Wait. <hl> If you work in the medical industry and are that guy/girl in the office and you make yourself laugh harder than most interaction with other living things you have already purchased this mug and are only looking at prior purchases on Amazon to make yourself feel better about all the money you spent since you signed up for Prime and went on a binge of cheap crap you would never pay for in the store but since you saw it here for a few bucks... <hl> hey, why not?

If you work in the medical industry you need this mug. Wait. If you work in the medical industry and are that guy/girl in the office, then you need this mug. Wait. If you work in the medical industry and are that guy/girl in the office and you make yourself laugh harder than most interaction with other living things you have already purchased this mug and are only looking at prior purchases on Amazon to make yourself feel better about all the money you spent since you signed up for <hl> Prime <hl> and went on a binge of cheap crap you would never pay for in the store but since you saw it here for a few bucks...hey, why not?


Question: What other items can it store?

I think I got this for a great price given the quality of the product. And the quality of this product is superb! I have stored my finer pieces of silverware in it along with other pieces received as wedding gifts in the drawer beneath. I found that this is the only way to keep silverware looking brand new as opposed to the silverware stored in the kitchen drawer and is used daily that shows some knicks here and there for obvious reasons.

Answer: wedding gifts

I think I got this for a great price given the quality of the product. And the quality of this product is superb! <hl> I have stored my finer pieces of silverware in it along with other pieces received as wedding gifts in the drawer beneath. <hl> I found that this is the only way to keep silverware looking brand new as opposed to the silverware stored in the kitchen drawer and is used daily that shows some knicks here and there for obvious reasons.

I think I got this for a great price given the quality of the product. And the quality of this product is superb! I have stored my finer pieces of silverware in it along with other pieces received as <hl> wedding gifts <hl> in the drawer beneath. I found that this is the only way to keep silverware looking brand new as opposed to the silverware stored in the kitchen drawer and is used daily that shows some knicks here and there for obvious reasons.


Question: How big is the trash can?

This trash can is what I consider medium sized as I use a 39 gallon metal one a local store painted for my trash - 6 people = 1 black trash bag per day. But for my mother, it is perfect and a white kitchen size trash bag fits perfectly. We installed the D batteries since there was no outlet where she has her trashcan located. It worked like a charm but then again it was brand new. The only drawback that I experienced was that the opening is not as wide/large as the top and is what I consider rather small. This translates into problems when throwing away raw meat packages or leftovers since one will have to be careful not to allow the refuse to come in contact with the sides of the opening. Then again, one could wash/disinfect the top if desired, but who wants to bother with that everyday? Also, for a stainless steel product, it is made with really flimsy and thin metal, not what I would even call stainless steel - it was more like plastic with a stainless steel coating.

Answer: medium sized

<hl> This trash can is what I consider medium sized as I use a 39 gallon metal one a local store painted for my trash - 6 people = 1 black trash bag per day. <hl> But for my mother, it is perfect and a white kitchen size trash bag fits perfectly. We installed the D batteries since there was no outlet where she has her trashcan located. It worked like a charm but then again it was brand new. The only drawback that I experienced was that the opening is not as wide/large as the top and is what I consider rather small. This translates into problems when throwing away raw meat packages or leftovers since one will have to be careful not to allow the refuse to come in contact with the sides of the opening. Then again, one could wash/disinfect the top if desired, but who wants to bother with that everyday? Also, for a stainless steel product, it is made with really flimsy and thin metal, not what I would even call stainless steel - it was more like plastic with a stainless steel coating.

This trash can is what I consider <hl> medium sized <hl> as I use a 39 gallon metal one a local store painted for my trash - 6 people = 1 black trash bag per day. But for my mother, it is perfect and a white kitchen size trash bag fits perfectly. We installed the D batteries since there was no outlet where she has her trashcan located. It worked like a charm but then again it was brand new. The only drawback that I experienced was that the opening is not as wide/large as the top and is what I consider rather small. This translates into problems when throwing away raw meat packages or leftovers since one will have to be careful not to allow the refuse to come in contact with the sides of the opening. Then again, one could wash/disinfect the top if desired, but who wants to bother with that everyday? Also, for a stainless steel product, it is made with really flimsy and thin metal, not what I would even call stainless steel - it was more like plastic with a stainless steel coating.


Question: What is an unconventional use for the product?

Have you tried using a ricer for mashed potatoes? If not, you're missing out!Here's how you do it;Place the potatoes (I use Yukon Gold) in well salted water with their jackets still on. Bring to a boil and cook until a knife is easliy inserted into each potato. (They have to be soft of they won't go through the ricer.)Drain the hot water and remove the skins with your hands using paper towels as a "mitt". (The skins will slip off really easily, but Potatoes are HOT, be careful!)Place hot potato in ricer and push through. FOLD IN butter, cheese, chives, sour cream, whatever you like. The key is not to over mix because then the potatoes become gluey and heavy. Thats it, super simple and everyone will love them!

Answer: mashed potatoes

<hl> Have you tried using a ricer for mashed potatoes ? <hl> If not, you're missing out!Here's how you do it;Place the potatoes (I use Yukon Gold) in well salted water with their jackets still on. Bring to a boil and cook until a knife is easliy inserted into each potato. (They have to be soft of they won't go through the ricer.)Drain the hot water and remove the skins with your hands using paper towels as a "mitt". (The skins will slip off really easily, but Potatoes are HOT, be careful!)Place hot potato in ricer and push through. FOLD IN butter, cheese, chives, sour cream, whatever you like. The key is not to over mix because then the potatoes become gluey and heavy. Thats it, super simple and everyone will love them!

Have you tried using a ricer for <hl> mashed potatoes <hl>? If not, you're missing out!Here's how you do it;Place the potatoes (I use Yukon Gold) in well salted water with their jackets still on. Bring to a boil and cook until a knife is easliy inserted into each potato. (They have to be soft of they won't go through the ricer.)Drain the hot water and remove the skins with your hands using paper towels as a "mitt". (The skins will slip off really easily, but Potatoes are HOT, be careful!)Place hot potato in ricer and push through. FOLD IN butter, cheese, chives, sour cream, whatever you like. The key is not to over mix because then the potatoes become gluey and heavy. Thats it, super simple and everyone will love them!

Have you tried using a ricer for <hl> mashed potatoes <hl> ?


Question: Who is the manufacturer?

Every time I used the full size oven in my small apartment, I had to turn on the air conditioner to offset the heat output. Since I bought the Breville, I use the traditional oven as extra storage for pots and pans. The Breville heats quickly, bakes/broils/toasts quicker and more predictably than the big oven, and it doesn't turn my apartment into a sauna. I've used it to bake pies, cookies, bread, and casseroles; broil fish and bake chicken; toast pecans, bread, bagels, and open-faced sandwiches. I love heated plates and the top surface doubles as a plate warmer. The crumb tray isn't the afterthought that it is on most toaster ovens - it's convenient and easy to clean after every use. I stacked the Breville on top of my microwave so it doesn't even take up any additional counter space. Looks good, works great.Update 11/10/13: After 10 months, I still love the performance and functionality of the oven, BUT the convection fan has become quite noisy as other users have reported. I've dropped my review rating of the product and notified Breville of the fan issue. I'll see what response they have.

Answer: Breville

Every time I used the full size oven in my small apartment, I had to turn on the air conditioner to offset the heat output. <hl> Since I bought the Breville , I use the traditional oven as extra storage for pots and pans. <hl> The Breville heats quickly, bakes/broils/toasts quicker and more predictably than the big oven, and it doesn't turn my apartment into a sauna. I've used it to bake pies, cookies, bread, and casseroles; broil fish and bake chicken; toast pecans, bread, bagels, and open-faced sandwiches. I love heated plates and the top surface doubles as a plate warmer. The crumb tray isn't the afterthought that it is on most toaster ovens - it's convenient and easy to clean after every use. I stacked the Breville on top of my microwave so it doesn't even take up any additional counter space. Looks good, works great. Update 11/10/13: After 10 months, I still love the performance and functionality of the oven, BUT the convection fan has become quite noisy as other users have reported. I've dropped my review rating of the product and notified Breville of the fan issue. I'll see what response they have.

Every time I used the full size oven in my small apartment, I had to turn on the air conditioner to offset the heat output. Since I bought the <hl> Breville <hl>, I use the traditional oven as extra storage for pots and pans. The Breville heats quickly, bakes/broils/toasts quicker and more predictably than the big oven, and it doesn't turn my apartment into a sauna. I've used it to bake pies, cookies, bread, and casseroles; broil fish and bake chicken; toast pecans, bread, bagels, and open-faced sandwiches. I love heated plates and the top surface doubles as a plate warmer. The crumb tray isn't the afterthought that it is on most toaster ovens - it's convenient and easy to clean after every use. I stacked the Breville on top of my microwave so it doesn't even take up any additional counter space. Looks good, works great.Update 11/10/13: After 10 months, I still love the performance and functionality of the oven, BUT the convection fan has become quite noisy as other users have reported. I've dropped my review rating of the product and notified Breville of the fan issue. I'll see what response they have.

Since I bought the <hl> Breville <hl> , I use the traditional oven as extra storage for pots and pans.


Question: How is the print on the kitchen towel?

First of all, it is only printed on one side - the other side is white. Because of this, it looks cheap. You have to keep it folded a certain way or the white side will ruin the look. Not only that, it feels cheap and doesn't feel like quality kitchen towels you might get anywhere other than Walmart. It's also not absorbent! I mean really? What use is a kitchen towel that doesn't absorb? I thought microfiber is supposed to be absorbent. This doesn't feel like microfiber. It feels like cheap polyester. For the price, I expected better. The only this has going for it is that the print is cute, the print that's only on one side that is...

Answer: cute

First of all, it is only printed on one side - the other side is white. Because of this, it looks cheap. You have to keep it folded a certain way or the white side will ruin the look. Not only that, it feels cheap and doesn't feel like quality kitchen towels you might get anywhere other than Walmart. It's also not absorbent! I mean really? What use is a kitchen towel that doesn't absorb? I thought microfiber is supposed to be absorbent. This doesn't feel like microfiber. It feels like cheap polyester. For the price, I expected better. <hl> The only this has going for it is that the print is cute , the print that's only on one side that is... <hl>

First of all, it is only printed on one side - the other side is white. Because of this, it looks cheap. You have to keep it folded a certain way or the white side will ruin the look. Not only that, it feels cheap and doesn't feel like quality kitchen towels you might get anywhere other than Walmart. It's also not absorbent! I mean really? What use is a kitchen towel that doesn't absorb? I thought microfiber is supposed to be absorbent. This doesn't feel like microfiber. It feels like cheap polyester. For the price, I expected better. The only this has going for it is that the print is <hl> cute <hl>, the print that's only on one side that is...

The only this has going for it is that the print is <hl> cute <hl> , the print that's only on one side that is...


Question: How many different chairs were ordered?

I ordered four different chairs for our office. The other three, one person assembled with no problem. This one, two people worked on for well over an hour on two different occasions. Instead of enclosing a package of hardware, the screws were already screwed into the holes and then painted over (WHY?)- the directions confirmed that we had to remove the screws in order to assemble. I watched an able-bodied guy's knuckles go white as he tried for the nth time to remove one, and still couldn't get it to budge. We tried using a safety pin to remove some of the plasticky blue coating they'd painted the threads with (WHY?) and still couldn't make much progress. Finally got it together, but at the cost of several hours of staff time. Make sure you have a good screwdriver if you're brave enough to attempt it - unlike the other chairs I bought, this one didn't come with an Allen wrench.Assembled, I'm not overly impressed. It's okay. It's comfortable - now. But the seat does not have a lot of cushioning (135lb person using it) and the foam is low density and seems to low quality, so I expect it'll be flat in a year. The mesh back is nice and gives good support, except that the canvas trim around it is uneven and looks very cheap. I can see what another reviewer meant about the seat fabric being very rough - shouldn't be a problem for me, but I wouldn't want to use it with bare legs. The adjustments are pretty good. Definitely would not order another.** Update 9/4/13: taking off a star. The foam seat has flattened, as I expected. The wide-gauge mesh of the seat also traps lots of particles and looks dirty constantly. Not worth the money. Get theOffice Star Space Professional Air Grid Back Managers Chair with Leather Seat and 2-to-1 Synchro Tilt Controlinstead - a little more money but much better quality. I just bought a fourth one for the office.

Answer: four

<hl> I ordered four different chairs for our office. <hl> The other three, one person assembled with no problem. This one, two people worked on for well over an hour on two different occasions. Instead of enclosing a package of hardware, the screws were already screwed into the holes and then painted over (WHY?)- the directions confirmed that we had to remove the screws in order to assemble. I watched an able-bodied guy's knuckles go white as he tried for the nth time to remove one, and still couldn't get it to budge. We tried using a safety pin to remove some of the plasticky blue coating they'd painted the threads with (WHY?) and still couldn't make much progress. Finally got it together, but at the cost of several hours of staff time. Make sure you have a good screwdriver if you're brave enough to attempt it - unlike the other chairs I bought, this one didn't come with an Allen wrench. Assembled, I'm not overly impressed. It's okay. It's comfortable - now. But the seat does not have a lot of cushioning (135lb person using it) and the foam is low density and seems to low quality, so I expect it'll be flat in a year. The mesh back is nice and gives good support, except that the canvas trim around it is uneven and looks very cheap. I can see what another reviewer meant about the seat fabric being very rough - shouldn't be a problem for me, but I wouldn't want to use it with bare legs. The adjustments are pretty good. Definitely would not order another. ** Update 9/4/13: taking off a star. The foam seat has flattened, as I expected. The wide-gauge mesh of the seat also traps lots of particles and looks dirty constantly. Not worth the money. Get theOffice Star Space Professional Air Grid Back Managers Chair with Leather Seat and 2-to-1 Synchro Tilt Controlinstead - a little more money but much better quality. I just bought a fourth one for the office.

I ordered <hl> four <hl> different chairs for our office. The other three, one person assembled with no problem. This one, two people worked on for well over an hour on two different occasions. Instead of enclosing a package of hardware, the screws were already screwed into the holes and then painted over (WHY?)- the directions confirmed that we had to remove the screws in order to assemble. I watched an able-bodied guy's knuckles go white as he tried for the nth time to remove one, and still couldn't get it to budge. We tried using a safety pin to remove some of the plasticky blue coating they'd painted the threads with (WHY?) and still couldn't make much progress. Finally got it together, but at the cost of several hours of staff time. Make sure you have a good screwdriver if you're brave enough to attempt it - unlike the other chairs I bought, this one didn't come with an Allen wrench.Assembled, I'm not overly impressed. It's okay. It's comfortable - now. But the seat does not have a lot of cushioning (135lb person using it) and the foam is low density and seems to low quality, so I expect it'll be flat in a year. The mesh back is nice and gives good support, except that the canvas trim around it is uneven and looks very cheap. I can see what another reviewer meant about the seat fabric being very rough - shouldn't be a problem for me, but I wouldn't want to use it with bare legs. The adjustments are pretty good. Definitely would not order another.** Update 9/4/13: taking off a star. The foam seat has flattened, as I expected. The wide-gauge mesh of the seat also traps lots of particles and looks dirty constantly. Not worth the money. Get theOffice Star Space Professional Air Grid Back Managers Chair with Leather Seat and 2-to-1 Synchro Tilt Controlinstead - a little more money but much better quality. I just bought a fourth one for the office.


Question: What product does the reviewer suggest instead?

I am extremely familiar with the swamp/evaporative cooler theory, and have been using them here in the high desert for about 25 years. This product is only an extremely expensive fan. I filled it with cold water and ice, and after 6 hours of running time, the thermometer I inserted in the vent said that the output temp dropped one degree. Terrible, considering the claims of much more in the description. I sent it back the next day. Do not waste your money. Spend a bit more and go for a Kuulaire with an aspen pad. This one has a thin, t-shirt type material for a pad, which does not hold enough water to make a difference with the air output.

Answer: Spend a bit more and go for a Kuulaire with an aspen pad.

I am extremely familiar with the swamp/evaporative cooler theory, and have been using them here in the high desert for about 25 years. This product is only an extremely expensive fan. I filled it with cold water and ice, and after 6 hours of running time, the thermometer I inserted in the vent said that the output temp dropped one degree. Terrible, considering the claims of much more in the description. I sent it back the next day. Do not waste your money. <hl> Spend a bit more and go for a Kuulaire with an aspen pad. This one has a thin, t-shirt type material for a pad, which does not hold enough water to make a difference with the air output. <hl>

I am extremely familiar with the swamp/evaporative cooler theory, and have been using them here in the high desert for about 25 years. This product is only an extremely expensive fan. I filled it with cold water and ice, and after 6 hours of running time, the thermometer I inserted in the vent said that the output temp dropped one degree. Terrible, considering the claims of much more in the description. I sent it back the next day. Do not waste your money. <hl> Spend a bit more and go for a Kuulaire with an aspen pad. <hl> This one has a thin, t-shirt type material for a pad, which does not hold enough water to make a difference with the air output.


Question: What did they replace with this new product?

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

Answer: Melitta Take-2

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

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


Question: What kind of slots does this appliance have?

This is the best toaster I have ever owned. It is well built ( as are all Breville products) is the most versatile I have ever owned and the settings are very accurate. The bagel setting and "A Little More" are settings that should have been on toasters years ago. The extra wide slots make toasting any size bread very easy as does the basket that adjusts as the bread lowers in to be toasted. Breville has thought of everything. I highly recommend this toaster.

Answer: extra wide

This is the best toaster I have ever owned. It is well built ( as are all Breville products) is the most versatile I have ever owned and the settings are very accurate. The bagel setting and "A Little More" are settings that should have been on toasters years ago. <hl> The extra wide slots make toasting any size bread very easy as does the basket that adjusts as the bread lowers in to be toasted. <hl> Breville has thought of everything. I highly recommend this toaster.

This is the best toaster I have ever owned. It is well built ( as are all Breville products) is the most versatile I have ever owned and the settings are very accurate. The bagel setting and "A Little More" are settings that should have been on toasters years ago. The <hl> extra wide <hl> slots make toasting any size bread very easy as does the basket that adjusts as the bread lowers in to be toasted. Breville has thought of everything. I highly recommend this toaster.


Question: Which food came out partially bad a few times?

I wanted one of these so badly. My sister bought this for me as a gift. It is not at all easy to clean. With the first use, the silver backsplatter sheild had burned-on goodness all over it that could not be removed. Cleaning the stuff that goes inside, especially the cage that holds chicken parts, takes some skill and patience - things I don't possess in great measure. The skin of the chicken sticks to the inside. I've tried spraying it with non-stick cooking spray and it helps a little but not enough. Also, a few times the chicken that I had placed in the tray came out bad in some places. At first I thought I was being hoodwinked by the local grocer and getting bad chicken parts. I make my food to bring to work for lunch and can't have the smell of rotting chicken eminating from the microwave in my office and this seems to happen consistenly with this rotisserie. Not when I just bake the chicken in the preheated oven. Right now it's just taking up space on my table. I'm getting rid of it.

Answer: skin of the chicken

I wanted one of these so badly. My sister bought this for me as a gift. It is not at all easy to clean. With the first use, the silver backsplatter sheild had burned-on goodness all over it that could not be removed. Cleaning the stuff that goes inside, especially the cage that holds chicken parts, takes some skill and patience - things I don't possess in great measure. <hl> The skin of the chicken sticks to the inside. <hl> I've tried spraying it with non-stick cooking spray and it helps a little but not enough. Also, a few times the chicken that I had placed in the tray came out bad in some places. At first I thought I was being hoodwinked by the local grocer and getting bad chicken parts. I make my food to bring to work for lunch and can't have the smell of rotting chicken eminating from the microwave in my office and this seems to happen consistenly with this rotisserie. Not when I just bake the chicken in the preheated oven. Right now it's just taking up space on my table. I'm getting rid of it.

I wanted one of these so badly. My sister bought this for me as a gift. It is not at all easy to clean. With the first use, the silver backsplatter sheild had burned-on goodness all over it that could not be removed. Cleaning the stuff that goes inside, especially the cage that holds chicken parts, takes some skill and patience - things I don't possess in great measure. The <hl> skin of the chicken <hl> sticks to the inside. I've tried spraying it with non-stick cooking spray and it helps a little but not enough. Also, a few times the chicken that I had placed in the tray came out bad in some places. At first I thought I was being hoodwinked by the local grocer and getting bad chicken parts. I make my food to bring to work for lunch and can't have the smell of rotting chicken eminating from the microwave in my office and this seems to happen consistenly with this rotisserie. Not when I just bake the chicken in the preheated oven. Right now it's just taking up space on my table. I'm getting rid of it.


Question: What does the author say these are nicer than?

This is just so much nicer than the plastic expandable tension rod. It was not hard to hang up but you need two people to install it for sure. Read the directions and measure measure measure!! The only thing that keeps me from giving this 5 star is not REALLY a problem with the rod but my bathroom. It pushes the curtain further out from the tub - which it's supposed to. However my sink sits pretty close to my tub - it's tight quarters. So now the shower curtain catches in the drawer all the time and I really hate it. It's a minor inconvenience except for I bought a nice curtain that has now gotten all snagged up :( The directions about hanging the rod are very focused on getting you to put it up right over the ledge of the tub where a normal rod would mount - they never get you to check the clearance of anything else in the room.

Answer: plastic expandable tension rod

<hl> This is just so much nicer than the plastic expandable tension rod . <hl> It was not hard to hang up but you need two people to install it for sure. Read the directions and measure measure measure!! The only thing that keeps me from giving this 5 star is not REALLY a problem with the rod but my bathroom. It pushes the curtain further out from the tub - which it's supposed to. However my sink sits pretty close to my tub - it's tight quarters. So now the shower curtain catches in the drawer all the time and I really hate it. It's a minor inconvenience except for I bought a nice curtain that has now gotten all snagged up :( The directions about hanging the rod are very focused on getting you to put it up right over the ledge of the tub where a normal rod would mount - they never get you to check the clearance of anything else in the room.

This is just so much nicer than the <hl> plastic expandable tension rod <hl>. It was not hard to hang up but you need two people to install it for sure. Read the directions and measure measure measure!! The only thing that keeps me from giving this 5 star is not REALLY a problem with the rod but my bathroom. It pushes the curtain further out from the tub - which it's supposed to. However my sink sits pretty close to my tub - it's tight quarters. So now the shower curtain catches in the drawer all the time and I really hate it. It's a minor inconvenience except for I bought a nice curtain that has now gotten all snagged up :( The directions about hanging the rod are very focused on getting you to put it up right over the ledge of the tub where a normal rod would mount - they never get you to check the clearance of anything else in the room.

This is just so much nicer than the <hl> plastic expandable tension rod <hl> .


Question: Which part was particularly noisy?

This is a good product. Upon first ordering it, it worked well but then the fan started making a lot of noise and wouldn't stop. The company was contacted and they replaced the device without question, mainly because others had also complained about the fan. The company remedied the problem by having these devices re-manufactured with a different fan (I don't mean they repaired the one I sent them - I mean all their future devices were manufactured with a better fan). So they mailed me a new one at their own expense and it's been working great ever since - no noisy fan ever again. I was also pleased with their customer service - actually got a very nice, real live,courteous, friendly person on the phone who bent over backwards to be helpful. So I'm completely satisfied with this purchase and it continues to be a great little workhorse. I have one in the bathroom and one in the laundry room.

Answer: the fan

This is a good product. <hl> Upon first ordering it, it worked well but then the fan started making a lot of noise and wouldn't stop. <hl> The company was contacted and they replaced the device without question, mainly because others had also complained about the fan. The company remedied the problem by having these devices re-manufactured with a different fan (I don't mean they repaired the one I sent them - I mean all their future devices were manufactured with a better fan). So they mailed me a new one at their own expense and it's been working great ever since - no noisy fan ever again. I was also pleased with their customer service - actually got a very nice, real live,courteous, friendly person on the phone who bent over backwards to be helpful. So I'm completely satisfied with this purchase and it continues to be a great little workhorse. I have one in the bathroom and one in the laundry room.

This is a good product. Upon first ordering it, it worked well but then <hl> the fan <hl> started making a lot of noise and wouldn't stop. The company was contacted and they replaced the device without question, mainly because others had also complained about the fan. The company remedied the problem by having these devices re-manufactured with a different fan (I don't mean they repaired the one I sent them - I mean all their future devices were manufactured with a better fan). So they mailed me a new one at their own expense and it's been working great ever since - no noisy fan ever again. I was also pleased with their customer service - actually got a very nice, real live,courteous, friendly person on the phone who bent over backwards to be helpful. So I'm completely satisfied with this purchase and it continues to be a great little workhorse. I have one in the bathroom and one in the laundry room.


Question: How long longer does the user need the product to last to justify it's cost?

This is comfortable - the kind of step-on-it-with-barefeet-and-notice comfortable.About the same time this was a lightning deal, I also bought (on sale) a dense-foam comfort mat on sale at a big-box building store. It was nice. Then the GelPro came, and there actually was a large difference.It has been 2 weeks of using both in the kitchen,and I like the GelPro more. I am still debating if I like it the full it-costs-4-times-as-much more, but the very fact that I can't make up my mind (factoring in that cost) tells me how very good the GelPro is.It seems to be well made - I haven't found any flaws - and that ooohhh comfort I feel every time hasn't diminished. If I can still say so in 6 months, then I would have to say the higher cost was justified. If you can afford the difference, then get it.

Answer: 6 months

This is comfortable - the kind of step-on-it-with-barefeet-and-notice comfortable. About the same time this was a lightning deal, I also bought (on sale) a dense-foam comfort mat on sale at a big-box building store. It was nice. Then the GelPro came, and there actually was a large difference. It has been 2 weeks of using both in the kitchen,and I like the GelPro more. I am still debating if I like it the full it-costs-4-times-as-much more, but the very fact that I can't make up my mind (factoring in that cost) tells me how very good the GelPro is. It seems to be well made - I haven't found any flaws - and that ooohhh comfort I feel every time hasn't diminished. <hl> If I can still say so in 6 months , then I would have to say the higher cost was justified. <hl> If you can afford the difference, then get it.

This is comfortable - the kind of step-on-it-with-barefeet-and-notice comfortable.About the same time this was a lightning deal, I also bought (on sale) a dense-foam comfort mat on sale at a big-box building store. It was nice. Then the GelPro came, and there actually was a large difference.It has been 2 weeks of using both in the kitchen,and I like the GelPro more. I am still debating if I like it the full it-costs-4-times-as-much more, but the very fact that I can't make up my mind (factoring in that cost) tells me how very good the GelPro is.It seems to be well made - I haven't found any flaws - and that ooohhh comfort I feel every time hasn't diminished. If I can still say so in <hl> 6 months <hl>, then I would have to say the higher cost was justified. If you can afford the difference, then get it.

If I can still say so in <hl> 6 months <hl> , then I would have to say the higher cost was justified.


Question: What does this product run on instead of batteries?

I am in desperate need of long lasting battery operated fans. Have two of the older 02 cool rechargeable fans in which the rechargeable batteries stopped working after 3 months (apparently overcharged!) but at least with the 8 D batteries, you get nearly 5 days all night (when the power goes out). This one never worked on batteries, only AC. I did not buy it over Amazon but at BB&B;, but the exact same model.I didn't even try rechargeable D's because you never get enough uumph from them, but two different brand names (both considered the best) and brand new. Not even a peep. Returned once, same thing with the second. I didn't have the energy to return again. Obviously from the other reviews, others had good luck with this fan, but for me, I need to feel more confident that a product works. Somewhere there has to be a better fan that doesn't take 8 D batteries.On the other hand, I have not had good luck with any battery operated fan other than the rechargeable one, despite the loss of the rechargeable batteries after only a few months. I still use them at least.Amazon--please try to find a really good one that will work reliably that doesn't take so many darn heavy batteries.

Answer: AC

I am in desperate need of long lasting battery operated fans. Have two of the older 02 cool rechargeable fans in which the rechargeable batteries stopped working after 3 months (apparently overcharged!) but at least with the 8 D batteries, you get nearly 5 days all night (when the power goes out). <hl> This one never worked on batteries, only AC . <hl> I did not buy it over Amazon but at BB&B;, but the exact same model. I didn't even try rechargeable D's because you never get enough uumph from them, but two different brand names (both considered the best) and brand new. Not even a peep. Returned once, same thing with the second. I didn't have the energy to return again. Obviously from the other reviews, others had good luck with this fan, but for me, I need to feel more confident that a product works. Somewhere there has to be a better fan that doesn't take 8 D batteries. On the other hand, I have not had good luck with any battery operated fan other than the rechargeable one, despite the loss of the rechargeable batteries after only a few months. I still use them at least. Amazon--please try to find a really good one that will work reliably that doesn't take so many darn heavy batteries.

I am in desperate need of long lasting battery operated fans. Have two of the older 02 cool rechargeable fans in which the rechargeable batteries stopped working after 3 months (apparently overcharged!) but at least with the 8 D batteries, you get nearly 5 days all night (when the power goes out). This one never worked on batteries, only <hl> AC <hl>. I did not buy it over Amazon but at BB&B;, but the exact same model.I didn't even try rechargeable D's because you never get enough uumph from them, but two different brand names (both considered the best) and brand new. Not even a peep. Returned once, same thing with the second. I didn't have the energy to return again. Obviously from the other reviews, others had good luck with this fan, but for me, I need to feel more confident that a product works. Somewhere there has to be a better fan that doesn't take 8 D batteries.On the other hand, I have not had good luck with any battery operated fan other than the rechargeable one, despite the loss of the rechargeable batteries after only a few months. I still use them at least.Amazon--please try to find a really good one that will work reliably that doesn't take so many darn heavy batteries.

This one never worked on batteries, only <hl> AC <hl> .


Question: Is the zipper easy to use?

Many lunch totes on the market are bulky; this one is not. It has very soft sides, so you will have to package your food in a durable container to prevent it from being crushed.One nice this is that this is made from neoprene and is easy to clean.One drawback is that the zipper is hard to close sometimes...and to be specific, hard to get started to close. Once it gets going, it moves well.I'm not totally convinced that the 4 hours this product claims to keep food items insulated is accurate. I put it in the our refridgerator at work and my food got colder, even after an hour. I tend to think the opposite would happen if I left the bag at room temperature.All in all, it has a nice look, and the shoulder strap is at a really great length. I'd say it is durable enough for most people.

Answer: hard to close

Many lunch totes on the market are bulky; this one is not. It has very soft sides, so you will have to package your food in a durable container to prevent it from being crushed. One nice this is that this is made from neoprene and is easy to clean. <hl> One drawback is that the zipper is hard to close sometimes...and to be specific, hard to get started to close. <hl> Once it gets going, it moves well. I'm not totally convinced that the 4 hours this product claims to keep food items insulated is accurate. I put it in the our refridgerator at work and my food got colder, even after an hour. I tend to think the opposite would happen if I left the bag at room temperature. All in all, it has a nice look, and the shoulder strap is at a really great length. I'd say it is durable enough for most people.

Many lunch totes on the market are bulky; this one is not. It has very soft sides, so you will have to package your food in a durable container to prevent it from being crushed.One nice this is that this is made from neoprene and is easy to clean.One drawback is that the zipper is <hl> hard to close <hl> sometimes...and to be specific, hard to get started to close. Once it gets going, it moves well.I'm not totally convinced that the 4 hours this product claims to keep food items insulated is accurate. I put it in the our refridgerator at work and my food got colder, even after an hour. I tend to think the opposite would happen if I left the bag at room temperature.All in all, it has a nice look, and the shoulder strap is at a really great length. I'd say it is durable enough for most people.


Question: What was this able to do for the authors bedroom?

This is an amazing product - When I ordered it I was concerned that because if was queen/king it would be stretched to the hilt to fit around my king-sized bed - but not the case - Plenty of room to spare - and it was long enough for my extra-deep mattress. It went on so easily - just pull the elastic over the mattress and down the sides. It stays in place beautifully and requires no ironing - it was virtually wrinkle-free - I just touched it up in the dryer for a few minutes. So nice to be able to order this in colors - gives a much more 'finished' look to the bedroom.... Gone are the days of trying to get my mattress over the dust ruffle without tugging / clipping and eventually ripping it... I will never go back to a full bed ruffle again....

Answer: gives a much more 'finished' look

This is an amazing product - When I ordered it I was concerned that because if was queen/king it would be stretched to the hilt to fit around my king-sized bed - but not the case - Plenty of room to spare - and it was long enough for my extra-deep mattress. It went on so easily - just pull the elastic over the mattress and down the sides. It stays in place beautifully and requires no ironing - it was virtually wrinkle-free - I just touched it up in the dryer for a few minutes. <hl> So nice to be able to order this in colors - gives a much more 'finished' look to the bedroom.... <hl> Gone are the days of trying to get my mattress over the dust ruffle without tugging / clipping and eventually ripping it... I will never go back to a full bed ruffle again....

This is an amazing product - When I ordered it I was concerned that because if was queen/king it would be stretched to the hilt to fit around my king-sized bed - but not the case - Plenty of room to spare - and it was long enough for my extra-deep mattress. It went on so easily - just pull the elastic over the mattress and down the sides. It stays in place beautifully and requires no ironing - it was virtually wrinkle-free - I just touched it up in the dryer for a few minutes. So nice to be able to order this in colors - <hl> gives a much more 'finished' look <hl> to the bedroom.... Gone are the days of trying to get my mattress over the dust ruffle without tugging / clipping and eventually ripping it... I will never go back to a full bed ruffle again....


Question: How did the first product arrive?

1st one arrived defective -- the button would not stay down unless you pushed it off to the side or held it down. Seems like whatever the catch is that keeps it down was broken. There was no issue in getting it replaced, they sent a replacement within 2 days and it has worked perfectly from the start. You have to follow the directions before the first use, heating it on the highest heat cycle for 3 times to burn off the "new" smell and I think to help adjust the thermostat maybe. Directions also tell you where to put your toast for even heating depending on single, multiple, thick or thin slices. We find that setting 2 is fine for most toasted bread.

Answer: defective

<hl> 1st one arrived defective -- the button would not stay down unless you pushed it off to the side or held it down. <hl> Seems like whatever the catch is that keeps it down was broken. There was no issue in getting it replaced, they sent a replacement within 2 days and it has worked perfectly from the start. You have to follow the directions before the first use, heating it on the highest heat cycle for 3 times to burn off the "new" smell and I think to help adjust the thermostat maybe. Directions also tell you where to put your toast for even heating depending on single, multiple, thick or thin slices. We find that setting 2 is fine for most toasted bread.

1st one arrived <hl> defective <hl> -- the button would not stay down unless you pushed it off to the side or held it down. Seems like whatever the catch is that keeps it down was broken. There was no issue in getting it replaced, they sent a replacement within 2 days and it has worked perfectly from the start. You have to follow the directions before the first use, heating it on the highest heat cycle for 3 times to burn off the "new" smell and I think to help adjust the thermostat maybe. Directions also tell you where to put your toast for even heating depending on single, multiple, thick or thin slices. We find that setting 2 is fine for most toasted bread.


Question: What issues did the reviewer have that they removed a star from the score?

I bought this to replace a broken plastic unit I'd purchased from a popular, expensive "kitchen party" vendor. As noted throughout so many reviews, the plastic units tend to break and you're left with a piece of expensive trash.I used this unit to make spritz cookies at Christmas time. After I got the disc installed properly (concave!) it worked great. I did have some issues with getting the plunger to stay aligned with the handle to press the cookies, which is the reason I removed a star. The bar on the plunger is ratcheted to advance when the handle is pressed, but it turns freely and gets out of alignment with the handle from time to time. is Other than that, it worked great.I also use the press with other tips to fill deviled eggs, cream puffs, and to decorate cookies and cakes. Other than the occasional problem with the handle, it works great. Since most all of the unit is metal, I suspect it will last for quite some time. The variety of discs provided for pressing cookies is great, too...

Answer: issues with getting the plunger to stay aligned with the handle to press the cookies

I bought this to replace a broken plastic unit I'd purchased from a popular, expensive "kitchen party" vendor. As noted throughout so many reviews, the plastic units tend to break and you're left with a piece of expensive trash. I used this unit to make spritz cookies at Christmas time. After I got the disc installed properly (concave!) it worked great. <hl> I did have some issues with getting the plunger to stay aligned with the handle to press the cookies , which is the reason I removed a star. <hl> The bar on the plunger is ratcheted to advance when the handle is pressed, but it turns freely and gets out of alignment with the handle from time to time. is Other than that, it worked great. I also use the press with other tips to fill deviled eggs, cream puffs, and to decorate cookies and cakes. Other than the occasional problem with the handle, it works great. Since most all of the unit is metal, I suspect it will last for quite some time. The variety of discs provided for pressing cookies is great, too...

I bought this to replace a broken plastic unit I'd purchased from a popular, expensive "kitchen party" vendor. As noted throughout so many reviews, the plastic units tend to break and you're left with a piece of expensive trash.I used this unit to make spritz cookies at Christmas time. After I got the disc installed properly (concave!) it worked great. I did have some <hl> issues with getting the plunger to stay aligned with the handle to press the cookies <hl>, which is the reason I removed a star. The bar on the plunger is ratcheted to advance when the handle is pressed, but it turns freely and gets out of alignment with the handle from time to time. is Other than that, it worked great.I also use the press with other tips to fill deviled eggs, cream puffs, and to decorate cookies and cakes. Other than the occasional problem with the handle, it works great. Since most all of the unit is metal, I suspect it will last for quite some time. The variety of discs provided for pressing cookies is great, too...

I did have some <hl> issues with getting the plunger to stay aligned with the handle to press the cookies <hl> , which is the reason I removed a star.


Question: In what city does this reviewer live?

My wife and I had been using the ZeroWater pitcher for about a year until we recently purchased this dispenser. We've always been happy with the quality of the water from the ZeroWater filter, but this dispenser is a great improvement over the pitcher, even though it takes up more counter space. It holds more water in the reservoir, and we can get water from the dispenser even when the water in the reservoir has not finished filtering into the dispenser.ZeroWater produces water that tastes good, much better than bottled water, which has a plastic taste. I can't recommend it highly enough. In fact, I bought one for each of our children, so that they and our grandchildren would be drinking clean water.For those who complain that the filters don't last long enough, the quality of the water you put into the reservoir will affect how long the filter lasts. Here in Houston, with water that reads about 215-230, a filter lasts a little longer than one month. Even though the filters cost more than other brands, the quality of water justifies the price. Here's a product for which I can honestly say, you get what you pay for.Added 8.26.11: We have now used this dispenser for several months. I've bought a second one-- to use in my office. I've replaced several filters on the original without any problems (still on the original filter in the new unit), and neither shows problems some other users have complained of. Lately water in our part of Houston seems to have gotten dirtier, but the filtered water always tastes great.

Answer: Houston

My wife and I had been using the ZeroWater pitcher for about a year until we recently purchased this dispenser. We've always been happy with the quality of the water from the ZeroWater filter, but this dispenser is a great improvement over the pitcher, even though it takes up more counter space. It holds more water in the reservoir, and we can get water from the dispenser even when the water in the reservoir has not finished filtering into the dispenser. ZeroWater produces water that tastes good, much better than bottled water, which has a plastic taste. I can't recommend it highly enough. In fact, I bought one for each of our children, so that they and our grandchildren would be drinking clean water. For those who complain that the filters don't last long enough, the quality of the water you put into the reservoir will affect how long the filter lasts. <hl> Here in Houston , with water that reads about 215-230, a filter lasts a little longer than one month. <hl> Even though the filters cost more than other brands, the quality of water justifies the price. Here's a product for which I can honestly say, you get what you pay for. Added 8.26.11: We have now used this dispenser for several months. I've bought a second one-- to use in my office. I've replaced several filters on the original without any problems (still on the original filter in the new unit), and neither shows problems some other users have complained of. Lately water in our part of Houston seems to have gotten dirtier, but the filtered water always tastes great.

My wife and I had been using the ZeroWater pitcher for about a year until we recently purchased this dispenser. We've always been happy with the quality of the water from the ZeroWater filter, but this dispenser is a great improvement over the pitcher, even though it takes up more counter space. It holds more water in the reservoir, and we can get water from the dispenser even when the water in the reservoir has not finished filtering into the dispenser.ZeroWater produces water that tastes good, much better than bottled water, which has a plastic taste. I can't recommend it highly enough. In fact, I bought one for each of our children, so that they and our grandchildren would be drinking clean water.For those who complain that the filters don't last long enough, the quality of the water you put into the reservoir will affect how long the filter lasts. Here in <hl> Houston <hl>, with water that reads about 215-230, a filter lasts a little longer than one month. Even though the filters cost more than other brands, the quality of water justifies the price. Here's a product for which I can honestly say, you get what you pay for.Added 8.26.11: We have now used this dispenser for several months. I've bought a second one-- to use in my office. I've replaced several filters on the original without any problems (still on the original filter in the new unit), and neither shows problems some other users have complained of. Lately water in our part of Houston seems to have gotten dirtier, but the filtered water always tastes great.

Here in <hl> Houston <hl> , with water that reads about 215-230, a filter lasts a little longer than one month.


Question: What has warped on the canister?

I tried all kinds of non-plastic containers for dressings and all of them either leaked or were huge heavy glass. This finally gets it right for ketchup, peanut butter, cream cheese, dressing, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, or even toddler portions of things like raisins or nuts.They are stainless steel cups with stainless steel lids. The lid has a screw-on mechanism to lock it and a flat silicone ring fused to the inside. The silicone being fused on is nice so it can't get lost or fall off in the dishwasher. They are style neutral for adults or kids with no paint to chip off.They have gone through the dishwasher no problem. It's a great idea, long overdue.Update 5/31/13The silicone gasket has loosened and is warped (probably from me being so lazy and washing it in the dishwasher-even though it says it is dishwasher safe). But it has made is nearly (but not altogether) impossible to close them with a leak proof seal. I continue to use them, since I never trusted the kids to thread the lids on securely anyway, I can deal with it.

Answer: The silicone gasket

I tried all kinds of non-plastic containers for dressings and all of them either leaked or were huge heavy glass. This finally gets it right for ketchup, peanut butter, cream cheese, dressing, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, or even toddler portions of things like raisins or nuts. They are stainless steel cups with stainless steel lids. The lid has a screw-on mechanism to lock it and a flat silicone ring fused to the inside. The silicone being fused on is nice so it can't get lost or fall off in the dishwasher. They are style neutral for adults or kids with no paint to chip off. They have gone through the dishwasher no problem. It's a great idea, long overdue. <hl> Update 5/31/13 The silicone gasket has loosened and is warped (probably from me being so lazy and washing it in the dishwasher-even though it says it is dishwasher safe). <hl> But it has made is nearly (but not altogether) impossible to close them with a leak proof seal. I continue to use them, since I never trusted the kids to thread the lids on securely anyway, I can deal with it.

I tried all kinds of non-plastic containers for dressings and all of them either leaked or were huge heavy glass. This finally gets it right for ketchup, peanut butter, cream cheese, dressing, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, or even toddler portions of things like raisins or nuts.They are stainless steel cups with stainless steel lids. The lid has a screw-on mechanism to lock it and a flat silicone ring fused to the inside. The silicone being fused on is nice so it can't get lost or fall off in the dishwasher. They are style neutral for adults or kids with no paint to chip off.They have gone through the dishwasher no problem. It's a great idea, long overdue.Update 5/31/13<hl> The silicone gasket <hl> has loosened and is warped (probably from me being so lazy and washing it in the dishwasher-even though it says it is dishwasher safe). But it has made is nearly (but not altogether) impossible to close them with a leak proof seal. I continue to use them, since I never trusted the kids to thread the lids on securely anyway, I can deal with it.

Update 5/31/13 <hl> The silicone gasket <hl> has loosened and is warped (probably from me being so lazy and washing it in the dishwasher-even though it says it is dishwasher safe).


Question: How long did the shark iron last?

My husband loves high quality irons. He has used this brand in past and it lasted about 10 years. He asked me to purchase another but I went to local store and paid $40 for a shark. This was a big mistake and waste of money - the iron lasted less than a week and the plate seemed to magically get dirty. The self clean didn't help neither did extensive wiping. I was relieved to get this from amazon and the difference is unbelievable. The contour and glide of this iron is great. It feels good to hold and it catches corners around collars and buttons with ease. I see why my husband loves this iron.

Answer: less than a week

My husband loves high quality irons. He has used this brand in past and it lasted about 10 years. He asked me to purchase another but I went to local store and paid $40 for a shark. <hl> This was a big mistake and waste of money - the iron lasted less than a week and the plate seemed to magically get dirty. <hl> The self clean didn't help neither did extensive wiping. I was relieved to get this from amazon and the difference is unbelievable. The contour and glide of this iron is great. It feels good to hold and it catches corners around collars and buttons with ease. I see why my husband loves this iron.

My husband loves high quality irons. He has used this brand in past and it lasted about 10 years. He asked me to purchase another but I went to local store and paid $40 for a shark. This was a big mistake and waste of money - the iron lasted <hl> less than a week <hl> and the plate seemed to magically get dirty. The self clean didn't help neither did extensive wiping. I was relieved to get this from amazon and the difference is unbelievable. The contour and glide of this iron is great. It feels good to hold and it catches corners around collars and buttons with ease. I see why my husband loves this iron.


Question: What seems to big for a butter warmer?

At first I wondered who could possibly need a one-quart butter pan! That seems way too big for a butter warmer. But what better day to test it than Thanksgiving -- and the pan was great. I did use it to melt butter and later to simmer giblets and finally to make gravy -- and it was superb in all cases. The nonstick surface cleaned up very easily (hand wash only). I really liked the double pour spout, one on each side of the pan, which came in handy depending on which hand I was lifting with. The size makes it more versatile than for just melting butter, and the curved handle was very comfortable. There's also a ring if you'd like to hang the pot, which is an attractive speckled red. I have used the pan to make hot chocolate, and it does quite well.Did great for Thanksgiving dinner. This pan is a great addition to my kitchen.

Answer: one-quart butter pan

<hl> At first I wondered who could possibly need a one-quart butter pan ! <hl> That seems way too big for a butter warmer. But what better day to test it than Thanksgiving -- and the pan was great. I did use it to melt butter and later to simmer giblets and finally to make gravy -- and it was superb in all cases. The nonstick surface cleaned up very easily (hand wash only). I really liked the double pour spout, one on each side of the pan, which came in handy depending on which hand I was lifting with. The size makes it more versatile than for just melting butter, and the curved handle was very comfortable. There's also a ring if you'd like to hang the pot, which is an attractive speckled red. I have used the pan to make hot chocolate, and it does quite well. Did great for Thanksgiving dinner. This pan is a great addition to my kitchen.

At first I wondered who could possibly need a <hl> one-quart butter pan <hl>! That seems way too big for a butter warmer. But what better day to test it than Thanksgiving -- and the pan was great. I did use it to melt butter and later to simmer giblets and finally to make gravy -- and it was superb in all cases. The nonstick surface cleaned up very easily (hand wash only). I really liked the double pour spout, one on each side of the pan, which came in handy depending on which hand I was lifting with. The size makes it more versatile than for just melting butter, and the curved handle was very comfortable. There's also a ring if you'd like to hang the pot, which is an attractive speckled red. I have used the pan to make hot chocolate, and it does quite well.Did great for Thanksgiving dinner. This pan is a great addition to my kitchen.

At first I wondered who could possibly need a <hl> one-quart butter pan <hl> !


Question: If the author's hands don't fit to clean the kettle, what will the author use?

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

Answer: brush

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

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


Question: What kind of non stick pan did the user use?

Decided to pick up a set of these mostly because the price on Amazon was so good.I used them right away to make Zucchini Bread. They are absolutely wonderful. I already added another set to my cart because 4 just wasn't quite enough with the recipe I have.I read that some buyers stated they are hard to clean. I didn't have any problem with anything getting stuck in the seams. I did used a non stick spray (Pam) in them so that might make a difference.I keep a toothbrush in the kitchen exclusively for dishes and if something along the way might stick I am sure this will solve that problem.I love this particular brand and don't see at this price you can go wrong with these. They are sturdy where I have had some that were thin and flimsy but not these. They are a good quality with some weight to them. I am extremely pleased

Answer: (Pam

Decided to pick up a set of these mostly because the price on Amazon was so good. I used them right away to make Zucchini Bread. They are absolutely wonderful. I already added another set to my cart because 4 just wasn't quite enough with the recipe I have. I read that some buyers stated they are hard to clean. I didn't have any problem with anything getting stuck in the seams. <hl> I did used a non stick spray (Pam ) in them so that might make a difference. <hl> I keep a toothbrush in the kitchen exclusively for dishes and if something along the way might stick I am sure this will solve that problem. I love this particular brand and don't see at this price you can go wrong with these. They are sturdy where I have had some that were thin and flimsy but not these. They are a good quality with some weight to them. I am extremely pleased

Decided to pick up a set of these mostly because the price on Amazon was so good.I used them right away to make Zucchini Bread. They are absolutely wonderful. I already added another set to my cart because 4 just wasn't quite enough with the recipe I have.I read that some buyers stated they are hard to clean. I didn't have any problem with anything getting stuck in the seams. I did used a non stick spray <hl> (Pam <hl>) in them so that might make a difference.I keep a toothbrush in the kitchen exclusively for dishes and if something along the way might stick I am sure this will solve that problem.I love this particular brand and don't see at this price you can go wrong with these. They are sturdy where I have had some that were thin and flimsy but not these. They are a good quality with some weight to them. I am extremely pleased

I did used a non stick spray <hl> (Pam <hl> ) in them so that might make a difference.


Question: What kind of metal is the rack made out of?

Gosh, I really like the OXO Good Grips Over the Door Stainless Steel Rack...but, our doors won't close. When we hang this on our doors, there's not enough space at the top to close the door. I even applied gentle pressure on the door trying to close it, but it didn't work. Our home was built in the late 50's. This over door rack doesn't work in our daughter's home either. Her home was built in the early 70's. If I use this rack, I will need to leave the door open.This over door rack can be used in a variety of ways. You could hang your purses, camera bags, umbrellas, towels, jackets, jeans, etc. on it. I even use hangers on some of the hooks. Of course the hangers will overlap each other & depending on which hook you use, a hanger can prevent the door from closing.The rack measures 18" long & the hooks hang about 7 1/2" from the top of the door. Silicone surfaces protect the door from scratches, & it is designed with spring arms which flex to fit doors securely & adjust to fit a variety of doors. The stainless steel rack is rustproof & durable.Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Answer: Stainless Steel

<hl> Gosh, I really like the OXO Good Grips Over the Door Stainless Steel Rack... <hl> but, our doors won't close. When we hang this on our doors, there's not enough space at the top to close the door. I even applied gentle pressure on the door trying to close it, but it didn't work. Our home was built in the late 50's. This over door rack doesn't work in our daughter's home either. Her home was built in the early 70's. If I use this rack, I will need to leave the door open. This over door rack can be used in a variety of ways. You could hang your purses, camera bags, umbrellas, towels, jackets, jeans, etc. on it. I even use hangers on some of the hooks. Of course the hangers will overlap each other & depending on which hook you use, a hanger can prevent the door from closing. The rack measures 18" long & the hooks hang about 7 1/2" from the top of the door. Silicone surfaces protect the door from scratches, & it is designed with spring arms which flex to fit doors securely & adjust to fit a variety of doors. The stainless steel rack is rustproof & durable. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Gosh, I really like the OXO Good Grips Over the Door <hl> Stainless Steel <hl> Rack...but, our doors won't close. When we hang this on our doors, there's not enough space at the top to close the door. I even applied gentle pressure on the door trying to close it, but it didn't work. Our home was built in the late 50's. This over door rack doesn't work in our daughter's home either. Her home was built in the early 70's. If I use this rack, I will need to leave the door open.This over door rack can be used in a variety of ways. You could hang your purses, camera bags, umbrellas, towels, jackets, jeans, etc. on it. I even use hangers on some of the hooks. Of course the hangers will overlap each other & depending on which hook you use, a hanger can prevent the door from closing.The rack measures 18" long & the hooks hang about 7 1/2" from the top of the door. Silicone surfaces protect the door from scratches, & it is designed with spring arms which flex to fit doors securely & adjust to fit a variety of doors. The stainless steel rack is rustproof & durable.Satisfaction Guaranteed.


Question: what brand is the grinder?

Having ground coffee for over 40 years, this is one of the best. Does the job just fine. Is easily adjustable. Can clean burrs with relative ease. Not too loud. Probably as silent as practicable, given the task. My only concern is the electronics. What happens if they go? How much to repair? At $200 a pop, you simply don't throw it out. At least, I don't.Update: This grinder is under powered. I returned the first one because it regularly needed to be thoroughly cleaned out before it would work again. What is regularly? How about every few days or after 3 or four grinds. The second one is now doing the same thing only worse. Looks nice but ................Breville also gave me a hard time about returning it the first time until I became very firm. When you speak to a rep, they tell you what to do to make the grinder work. I can always get the grinder to work today after I clean it but tomorrow is the question. Do you use oily beans, they ask? What difference should that make to a $200 grinder? Those beans never bothered my Braun or Kitchen Aide burr machines. Bottom line, this is a very pretty grinder that's over priced and under powered.

Answer: Breville

Having ground coffee for over 40 years, this is one of the best. Does the job just fine. Is easily adjustable. Can clean burrs with relative ease. Not too loud. Probably as silent as practicable, given the task. My only concern is the electronics. What happens if they go? How much to repair? At $200 a pop, you simply don't throw it out. At least, I don't. Update: This grinder is under powered. I returned the first one because it regularly needed to be thoroughly cleaned out before it would work again. What is regularly? How about every few days or after 3 or four grinds. The second one is now doing the same thing only worse. Looks nice but ................ <hl> Breville also gave me a hard time about returning it the first time until I became very firm. <hl> When you speak to a rep, they tell you what to do to make the grinder work. I can always get the grinder to work today after I clean it but tomorrow is the question. Do you use oily beans, they ask? What difference should that make to a $200 grinder? Those beans never bothered my Braun or Kitchen Aide burr machines. Bottom line, this is a very pretty grinder that's over priced and under powered.

Having ground coffee for over 40 years, this is one of the best. Does the job just fine. Is easily adjustable. Can clean burrs with relative ease. Not too loud. Probably as silent as practicable, given the task. My only concern is the electronics. What happens if they go? How much to repair? At $200 a pop, you simply don't throw it out. At least, I don't.Update: This grinder is under powered. I returned the first one because it regularly needed to be thoroughly cleaned out before it would work again. What is regularly? How about every few days or after 3 or four grinds. The second one is now doing the same thing only worse. Looks nice but ................<hl> Breville <hl> also gave me a hard time about returning it the first time until I became very firm. When you speak to a rep, they tell you what to do to make the grinder work. I can always get the grinder to work today after I clean it but tomorrow is the question. Do you use oily beans, they ask? What difference should that make to a $200 grinder? Those beans never bothered my Braun or Kitchen Aide burr machines. Bottom line, this is a very pretty grinder that's over priced and under powered.


Question: How many beaters did it contain in it's packaging?

What a great hand mixer. It is inexpensive so I was worried, but I shouldn't have been. It comes with 3 different sets of beaters that store in a container that the mixer sits on. But that is not the best part. This mixer has SO much more umph than my old hand mixer ever had! I have used it on many different recipes and it has NEVER bogged down! Plus I went to the Hamilton Beach site and it has a 2 year warrenty to fix or replace. If you want a hand mixer that has all the gusto without having to drag out your full size mixer, this is the one for you!

Answer: 3 different sets

What a great hand mixer. It is inexpensive so I was worried, but I shouldn't have been. <hl> It comes with 3 different sets of beaters that store in a container that the mixer sits on. <hl> But that is not the best part. This mixer has SO much more umph than my old hand mixer ever had! I have used it on many different recipes and it has NEVER bogged down! Plus I went to the Hamilton Beach site and it has a 2 year warrenty to fix or replace. If you want a hand mixer that has all the gusto without having to drag out your full size mixer, this is the one for you!

What a great hand mixer. It is inexpensive so I was worried, but I shouldn't have been. It comes with <hl> 3 different sets <hl> of beaters that store in a container that the mixer sits on. But that is not the best part. This mixer has SO much more umph than my old hand mixer ever had! I have used it on many different recipes and it has NEVER bogged down! Plus I went to the Hamilton Beach site and it has a 2 year warrenty to fix or replace. If you want a hand mixer that has all the gusto without having to drag out your full size mixer, this is the one for you!


Question: Which temperatures is the water heated to?

I have purchased and returned 3 coffee makers in the last 4 months before buying this one. All the ones before this lacked in different features that I think is vital for a good coffee maker. To name a few, water temperature, brew strength and quality construction. This coffee maker is great, it heats the water very well resulting in the brewed coffee @ 165-168 degrees F. It has a very good warming plate that can be adjusted to stay on from 10 to 120 min. and 3 temperature settings (low, medium and high). It has 2 brew strengths (regular and strong), that really work. It has a water filter so you can use water straight from the tap. It comes with a gold tone cone shape filter and it is programmable. I'm glad I purchased mine from Amazon.com when I did for $69.99 because it went up $10 a few days later. So far I am completely satisfied with this coffee maker.

Answer: 165-168 degrees F

I have purchased and returned 3 coffee makers in the last 4 months before buying this one. All the ones before this lacked in different features that I think is vital for a good coffee maker. To name a few, water temperature, brew strength and quality construction. <hl> This coffee maker is great, it heats the water very well resulting in the brewed coffee @ 165-168 degrees F . <hl> It has a very good warming plate that can be adjusted to stay on from 10 to 120 min. and 3 temperature settings (low, medium and high). It has 2 brew strengths (regular and strong), that really work. It has a water filter so you can use water straight from the tap. It comes with a gold tone cone shape filter and it is programmable. I'm glad I purchased mine from Amazon.com when I did for $69.99 because it went up $10 a few days later. So far I am completely satisfied with this coffee maker.

I have purchased and returned 3 coffee makers in the last 4 months before buying this one. All the ones before this lacked in different features that I think is vital for a good coffee maker. To name a few, water temperature, brew strength and quality construction. This coffee maker is great, it heats the water very well resulting in the brewed coffee @ <hl> 165-168 degrees F <hl>. It has a very good warming plate that can be adjusted to stay on from 10 to 120 min. and 3 temperature settings (low, medium and high). It has 2 brew strengths (regular and strong), that really work. It has a water filter so you can use water straight from the tap. It comes with a gold tone cone shape filter and it is programmable. I'm glad I purchased mine from Amazon.com when I did for $69.99 because it went up $10 a few days later. So far I am completely satisfied with this coffee maker.

This coffee maker is great, it heats the water very well resulting in the brewed coffee @ <hl> 165-168 degrees F <hl> .