Question: why doesn't she like the pans?

My wife is a muffin maker supreme. Seriously, she makes the best muffins in the known universe. Which means our house is filled with baking pans of every variety. Silicone. Metal. Paper. Everything.She has tried a variety of silicone baking pans, of which this “Ozera 2 Pack Silicone Muffin Pan” is the latest. While she is a fan of the silicone baking cup liners, this full-fledged pans don’t get her seal of approval. All for the same reason; they are too floppy.These pans are way too floppy to use on their own. They have to be set on a rigid baking sheet in order to get them in and out of the oven. And once out of the oven, they are unwieldy to use. She much prefers the regular metal pans with the silicone baking cups. They cook better and are easier to use.That said, this Ozera product is as good as any other we have used. There was nothing in particular to distinguish it from other silicone muffin pans. It is pretty generic. It really boils down to whether or not you are a fan of silicone muffin pans or not. If you are, then these Ozera pans will be just what you need.Sample provided for review.

Answer: they are too floppy

My wife is a muffin maker supreme. Seriously, she makes the best muffins in the known universe. Which means our house is filled with baking pans of every variety. Silicone. Metal. Paper. Everything. She has tried a variety of silicone baking pans, of which this “Ozera 2 Pack Silicone Muffin Pan” is the latest. While she is a fan of the silicone baking cup liners, this full-fledged pans don’t get her seal of approval. <hl> All for the same reason; they are too floppy .These pans are way too floppy to use on their own. <hl> They have to be set on a rigid baking sheet in order to get them in and out of the oven. And once out of the oven, they are unwieldy to use. She much prefers the regular metal pans with the silicone baking cups. They cook better and are easier to use. That said, this Ozera product is as good as any other we have used. There was nothing in particular to distinguish it from other silicone muffin pans. It is pretty generic. It really boils down to whether or not you are a fan of silicone muffin pans or not. If you are, then these Ozera pans will be just what you need. Sample provided for review.

My wife is a muffin maker supreme. Seriously, she makes the best muffins in the known universe. Which means our house is filled with baking pans of every variety. Silicone. Metal. Paper. Everything.She has tried a variety of silicone baking pans, of which this “Ozera 2 Pack Silicone Muffin Pan” is the latest. While she is a fan of the silicone baking cup liners, this full-fledged pans don’t get her seal of approval. All for the same reason; <hl> they are too floppy <hl>.These pans are way too floppy to use on their own. They have to be set on a rigid baking sheet in order to get them in and out of the oven. And once out of the oven, they are unwieldy to use. She much prefers the regular metal pans with the silicone baking cups. They cook better and are easier to use.That said, this Ozera product is as good as any other we have used. There was nothing in particular to distinguish it from other silicone muffin pans. It is pretty generic. It really boils down to whether or not you are a fan of silicone muffin pans or not. If you are, then these Ozera pans will be just what you need.Sample provided for review.

All for the same reason; <hl> they are too floppy <hl> .These pans are way too floppy to use on their own.


Question: how does the writer feel about their purchase?

These hooks are exactly as described; remarkably strong even upside down, excellent for hanging anything from a heavy plant from a metal beam on my patio to a seasonal wreath on my front door. A useful feature to be able to use with other threaded parts for some of those endless possibilities mentioned in the description.Very pleased I was able to order exactly the right size/weight rating due to the very detailed instructions that specify that the magnetic force is reduced by sideways application which is how I had planned to use one hook.Easily recommended!

Answer: Very pleased

These hooks are exactly as described; remarkably strong even upside down, excellent for hanging anything from a heavy plant from a metal beam on my patio to a seasonal wreath on my front door. A useful feature to be able to use with other threaded parts for some of those endless possibilities mentioned in the description. <hl> Very pleased I was able to order exactly the right size/weight rating due to the very detailed instructions that specify that the magnetic force is reduced by sideways application which is how I had planned to use one hook. <hl> Easily recommended!

These hooks are exactly as described; remarkably strong even upside down, excellent for hanging anything from a heavy plant from a metal beam on my patio to a seasonal wreath on my front door. A useful feature to be able to use with other threaded parts for some of those endless possibilities mentioned in the description.<hl> Very pleased <hl> I was able to order exactly the right size/weight rating due to the very detailed instructions that specify that the magnetic force is reduced by sideways application which is how I had planned to use one hook.Easily recommended!


Question: What did the person purchase with the bread maker?

I really like this machine. I have made bread for years by hand but found I was making it less and less. I bought the book " The bread machine cookbook" at the same time that I bought this bread maker. It is a perfect compliment. I have made about ten different recipes from this book and they all have been perfect. The machine works very well and is very easy to program for the different types of breads. I now make organic bread when ever we need it. It just requires adding all of the ingredients and just turn it on.

Answer: The bread machine cookbook

I really like this machine. I have made bread for years by hand but found I was making it less and less. <hl> I bought the book " The bread machine cookbook " at the same time that I bought this bread maker. <hl> It is a perfect compliment. I have made about ten different recipes from this book and they all have been perfect. The machine works very well and is very easy to program for the different types of breads. I now make organic bread when ever we need it. It just requires adding all of the ingredients and just turn it on.

I really like this machine. I have made bread for years by hand but found I was making it less and less. I bought the book " <hl> The bread machine cookbook <hl>" at the same time that I bought this bread maker. It is a perfect compliment. I have made about ten different recipes from this book and they all have been perfect. The machine works very well and is very easy to program for the different types of breads. I now make organic bread when ever we need it. It just requires adding all of the ingredients and just turn it on.

I bought the book " <hl> The bread machine cookbook <hl> " at the same time that I bought this bread maker.


Question: What does the author struggle to do?

I have not bought a vacuum in many decades so maybe I am easy to impress. However, this machine is amazing. It was easy to assemble, the attachments are logical and it is quiet for a vacuum.It became obvious how great this vacuum is when I went over areas I had just cleaned with my old vacuum. Everything looks better. We have a lot of tile floors and this handles those as well as carpets. The dirt cup is super easy and neat to empty.I did struggle using this to clean our 15 carpeted steps to the second floor. The hose is very tight on the new machine and I hit myself on the head a few times by pulling the vacuum over. This is mostly a learning curve issue and I do not hold it against the machine.I defy anyone to find a better vacuum for 80$. It is amazing.

Answer: clean our 15 carpeted steps

I have not bought a vacuum in many decades so maybe I am easy to impress. However, this machine is amazing. It was easy to assemble, the attachments are logical and it is quiet for a vacuum. It became obvious how great this vacuum is when I went over areas I had just cleaned with my old vacuum. Everything looks better. We have a lot of tile floors and this handles those as well as carpets. The dirt cup is super easy and neat to empty. <hl> I did struggle using this to clean our 15 carpeted steps to the second floor. <hl> The hose is very tight on the new machine and I hit myself on the head a few times by pulling the vacuum over. This is mostly a learning curve issue and I do not hold it against the machine. I defy anyone to find a better vacuum for 80$. It is amazing.

I have not bought a vacuum in many decades so maybe I am easy to impress. However, this machine is amazing. It was easy to assemble, the attachments are logical and it is quiet for a vacuum.It became obvious how great this vacuum is when I went over areas I had just cleaned with my old vacuum. Everything looks better. We have a lot of tile floors and this handles those as well as carpets. The dirt cup is super easy and neat to empty.I did struggle using this to <hl> clean our 15 carpeted steps <hl> to the second floor. The hose is very tight on the new machine and I hit myself on the head a few times by pulling the vacuum over. This is mostly a learning curve issue and I do not hold it against the machine.I defy anyone to find a better vacuum for 80$. It is amazing.


Question: The customer found the only way for this product to be useful was to do add what to the bottom?

The item pictured is on a cork product is not on a slant. I didn't find that it kept wine chilled on its own. Im not sure how it would I had a normal sized wine bottle and the sides of the container were not even close to touching the sides on the bottle. But if you place ice in the bottom and a little water it becomes a makeshift ice bucket and that does the job. Using it this way I like it because you can see the label.

Answer: water

The item pictured is on a cork product is not on a slant. I didn't find that it kept wine chilled on its own. Im not sure how it would I had a normal sized wine bottle and the sides of the container were not even close to touching the sides on the bottle. <hl> But if you place ice in the bottom and a little water it becomes a makeshift ice bucket and that does the job. <hl> Using it this way I like it because you can see the label.

The item pictured is on a cork product is not on a slant. I didn't find that it kept wine chilled on its own. Im not sure how it would I had a normal sized wine bottle and the sides of the container were not even close to touching the sides on the bottle. But if you place ice in the bottom and a little <hl> water <hl> it becomes a makeshift ice bucket and that does the job. Using it this way I like it because you can see the label.


Question: How do these pans need to be treated in order for them to last?

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

Answer: carefully

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

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


Question: What allows for easy transfer?

This cutting board is a nice weight, with a smooth cutting surface. It balances well on the front edge of my counter, and the expanding basket is extremely useful. I love peeling my carrots and other veggies right into that basket, instead of dragging a trash can across the kitchen. Then I can easily take my veggie scraps to the compost bin, rinse the basket, and proceed to chopping my veggies. When the veggies are all chopped, I can push them into the basket to easily transfer them to my pan. The basket removes easily for washing, and attaches nicely to the cutting board for storage.The ONLY thing I don't like about this cutting board is that the collapsible basket and the folded down edge make it a bit bulky to store between uses. It's about 1.5 inches thick when it's ready to store. But, that's just something I need to adjust to. It's worth the extra storage space.

Answer: basket

This cutting board is a nice weight, with a smooth cutting surface. <hl> It balances well on the front edge of my counter, and the expanding basket is extremely useful. <hl> I love peeling my carrots and other veggies right into that basket, instead of dragging a trash can across the kitchen. Then I can easily take my veggie scraps to the compost bin, rinse the basket, and proceed to chopping my veggies. When the veggies are all chopped, I can push them into the basket to easily transfer them to my pan. The basket removes easily for washing, and attaches nicely to the cutting board for storage. The ONLY thing I don't like about this cutting board is that the collapsible basket and the folded down edge make it a bit bulky to store between uses. It's about 1.5 inches thick when it's ready to store. But, that's just something I need to adjust to. It's worth the extra storage space.

This cutting board is a nice weight, with a smooth cutting surface. It balances well on the front edge of my counter, and the expanding <hl> basket <hl> is extremely useful. I love peeling my carrots and other veggies right into that basket, instead of dragging a trash can across the kitchen. Then I can easily take my veggie scraps to the compost bin, rinse the basket, and proceed to chopping my veggies. When the veggies are all chopped, I can push them into the basket to easily transfer them to my pan. The basket removes easily for washing, and attaches nicely to the cutting board for storage.The ONLY thing I don't like about this cutting board is that the collapsible basket and the folded down edge make it a bit bulky to store between uses. It's about 1.5 inches thick when it's ready to store. But, that's just something I need to adjust to. It's worth the extra storage space.


Question: What will happen if you don't protect your hand when pouring?

Good things: It is pretty, and I think stays cleaner than a stainless steel kettle, both inside and outside. The short list ends here.Bad things: You have to hold the spout open to pour, which is a pain. The handle is such that you must always protect your hand when pouring with a cloth, or you will get burned every time. It does not pour in a nice flow, it sloshes water all over the place. That is the worst part, that you can't poor without water spattering around. I make coffee pouring boiling water into a funnel. It is about impossible to do this in a proper fashion with this teapot. Often the Whistle does not work. The top is very tight, but still does not seal properly. On reaching the boiling point, water spatters out of the spout opening if you fill it up to anywhere near capacity. As the bottom surface is smaller than in a convention design, you can't heat water up as fast, the flame will go around the pot rather than all hit the bottom.I recently left it on the stove and forgot, and the whistle did not work. The water boiled away. I was overjoyed when I saw that the plastic spout cover was melted, so I could throw it away. I got a stainless steel tea pot at Walmart, and am happy with it.

Answer: you will get burned

Good things: It is pretty, and I think stays cleaner than a stainless steel kettle, both inside and outside. The short list ends here. Bad things: You have to hold the spout open to pour, which is a pain. <hl> The handle is such that you must always protect your hand when pouring with a cloth, or you will get burned every time. <hl> It does not pour in a nice flow, it sloshes water all over the place. That is the worst part, that you can't poor without water spattering around. I make coffee pouring boiling water into a funnel. It is about impossible to do this in a proper fashion with this teapot. Often the Whistle does not work. The top is very tight, but still does not seal properly. On reaching the boiling point, water spatters out of the spout opening if you fill it up to anywhere near capacity. As the bottom surface is smaller than in a convention design, you can't heat water up as fast, the flame will go around the pot rather than all hit the bottom. I recently left it on the stove and forgot, and the whistle did not work. The water boiled away. I was overjoyed when I saw that the plastic spout cover was melted, so I could throw it away. I got a stainless steel tea pot at Walmart, and am happy with it.

Good things: It is pretty, and I think stays cleaner than a stainless steel kettle, both inside and outside. The short list ends here.Bad things: You have to hold the spout open to pour, which is a pain. The handle is such that you must always protect your hand when pouring with a cloth, or <hl> you will get burned <hl> every time. It does not pour in a nice flow, it sloshes water all over the place. That is the worst part, that you can't poor without water spattering around. I make coffee pouring boiling water into a funnel. It is about impossible to do this in a proper fashion with this teapot. Often the Whistle does not work. The top is very tight, but still does not seal properly. On reaching the boiling point, water spatters out of the spout opening if you fill it up to anywhere near capacity. As the bottom surface is smaller than in a convention design, you can't heat water up as fast, the flame will go around the pot rather than all hit the bottom.I recently left it on the stove and forgot, and the whistle did not work. The water boiled away. I was overjoyed when I saw that the plastic spout cover was melted, so I could throw it away. I got a stainless steel tea pot at Walmart, and am happy with it.


Question: How many cups can you make at once?

This thing is very annoying if you're used to the larger Keurig machines. You can only make one cup at a time, and each time, you have to WAIT for the water to heat up in it! Not sure what the pros are for that - it's still taking almost as much time as a regular brewer does to make one cup of coffee. We had a race to prove that. Really, truthfully, go with the larger versions of these things. You'll be happier, get going faster, and you can change the temperature of the water and the size of the cup. This one only goes up to a 10 ounce size whereas mine goes up to a 14 ounce. It's good for those who don't mind waiting but for the price, you may as well use a regular coffee pot.

Answer: one

This thing is very annoying if you're used to the larger Keurig machines. <hl> You can only make one cup at a time, and each time, you have to WAIT for the water to heat up in it! <hl> Not sure what the pros are for that - it's still taking almost as much time as a regular brewer does to make one cup of coffee. We had a race to prove that. Really, truthfully, go with the larger versions of these things. You'll be happier, get going faster, and you can change the temperature of the water and the size of the cup. This one only goes up to a 10 ounce size whereas mine goes up to a 14 ounce. It's good for those who don't mind waiting but for the price, you may as well use a regular coffee pot.

This thing is very annoying if you're used to the larger Keurig machines. You can only make <hl> one <hl> cup at a time, and each time, you have to WAIT for the water to heat up in it! Not sure what the pros are for that - it's still taking almost as much time as a regular brewer does to make one cup of coffee. We had a race to prove that. Really, truthfully, go with the larger versions of these things. You'll be happier, get going faster, and you can change the temperature of the water and the size of the cup. This one only goes up to a 10 ounce size whereas mine goes up to a 14 ounce. It's good for those who don't mind waiting but for the price, you may as well use a regular coffee pot.


Question: What works and is stylish?

The coffee maker works and it is very stylish. I have had issues with the water pump after removing and refilling the tank. I often have to power it off and then on. The easiest solution to the pump problem is to not take the water chamber off of the base and just refill it with a pitcher as needed. Also living in a higher altitude, we needed to turn down the temperature and that seemed to help a lot too.If you have any travel mugs (like from Starbucks) that hold small or medium size coffee they don't fit with the coffee maker. Granted we just use a coffee mug and then transfer the contents, it would be nice not to have to use two items to make 1 cup of coffee or tea.

Answer: The coffee maker

<hl> The coffee maker works and it is very stylish. <hl> I have had issues with the water pump after removing and refilling the tank. I often have to power it off and then on. The easiest solution to the pump problem is to not take the water chamber off of the base and just refill it with a pitcher as needed. Also living in a higher altitude, we needed to turn down the temperature and that seemed to help a lot too. If you have any travel mugs (like from Starbucks) that hold small or medium size coffee they don't fit with the coffee maker. Granted we just use a coffee mug and then transfer the contents, it would be nice not to have to use two items to make 1 cup of coffee or tea.

<hl> The coffee maker <hl> works and it is very stylish. I have had issues with the water pump after removing and refilling the tank. I often have to power it off and then on. The easiest solution to the pump problem is to not take the water chamber off of the base and just refill it with a pitcher as needed. Also living in a higher altitude, we needed to turn down the temperature and that seemed to help a lot too.If you have any travel mugs (like from Starbucks) that hold small or medium size coffee they don't fit with the coffee maker. Granted we just use a coffee mug and then transfer the contents, it would be nice not to have to use two items to make 1 cup of coffee or tea.


Question: What took longer in regard to the 5 lb roast?

I was afraid this was going to be a bugger to put together and use, but I was wrong. It's simple to put together, simple to use and not really bad to clean up. I have only ground up a 5 lb roast and it took me longer to cut the meat into pieces than it did to grind it. If I were doing a large animal it would probably take two people to cut the meat up fast enough for one person to feed it and then take another to wrap it. I will be able to go to the local slaughter/butcher, buy meat that has only been handled there and bring home to grind. I believe this is a purchase that will pay for itself.

Answer: cut the meat

I was afraid this was going to be a bugger to put together and use, but I was wrong. It's simple to put together, simple to use and not really bad to clean up. <hl> I have only ground up a 5 lb roast and it took me longer to cut the meat into pieces than it did to grind it. <hl> If I were doing a large animal it would probably take two people to cut the meat up fast enough for one person to feed it and then take another to wrap it. I will be able to go to the local slaughter/butcher, buy meat that has only been handled there and bring home to grind. I believe this is a purchase that will pay for itself.

I was afraid this was going to be a bugger to put together and use, but I was wrong. It's simple to put together, simple to use and not really bad to clean up. I have only ground up a 5 lb roast and it took me longer to <hl> cut the meat <hl> into pieces than it did to grind it. If I were doing a large animal it would probably take two people to cut the meat up fast enough for one person to feed it and then take another to wrap it. I will be able to go to the local slaughter/butcher, buy meat that has only been handled there and bring home to grind. I believe this is a purchase that will pay for itself.


Question: What was the solution to the author's problem of slicing the plastic into the food?

So after reading the reviews, I have been careful with my fingers while using this device and I'm happy to announce that I have yet to slice them off! However, please be very careful because the blade is very sharp. I prefer the thin slices of veggies and potatoes over the juilenne so I rarely use that side. I also have a problem with the lip of the holder being cut into my food. It seems that the closer I get to the blade, the more plastic it slices from the holder. I've started to just slice as low as possible with the Mandoline and slice the rest myself with a knife. Problem solved. My favorite is thin potato slices so I can make homemade potato chips.Update: So I figured out the slices of plastic problem. I had it flipped the wrong way. Just rotate it and everything will work perfectly.

Answer: Just rotate it

So after reading the reviews, I have been careful with my fingers while using this device and I'm happy to announce that I have yet to slice them off! However, please be very careful because the blade is very sharp. I prefer the thin slices of veggies and potatoes over the juilenne so I rarely use that side. I also have a problem with the lip of the holder being cut into my food. It seems that the closer I get to the blade, the more plastic it slices from the holder. I've started to just slice as low as possible with the Mandoline and slice the rest myself with a knife. Problem solved. My favorite is thin potato slices so I can make homemade potato chips. Update: So I figured out the slices of plastic problem. I had it flipped the wrong way. <hl> Just rotate it and everything will work perfectly. <hl>

So after reading the reviews, I have been careful with my fingers while using this device and I'm happy to announce that I have yet to slice them off! However, please be very careful because the blade is very sharp. I prefer the thin slices of veggies and potatoes over the juilenne so I rarely use that side. I also have a problem with the lip of the holder being cut into my food. It seems that the closer I get to the blade, the more plastic it slices from the holder. I've started to just slice as low as possible with the Mandoline and slice the rest myself with a knife. Problem solved. My favorite is thin potato slices so I can make homemade potato chips.Update: So I figured out the slices of plastic problem. I had it flipped the wrong way. <hl> Just rotate it <hl> and everything will work perfectly.


Question: what was the complaint about the size of the holes?

So convenient because, being stack-able, they take up very little room. The only thing I wish was different is that the holes in the salt shaker are so very small, I wish they were a tiny bit bigger. It's hard to get the salt out. Still, the shakers look have a clean, sharp look to them. I frequently eat in front of the TV so I have them on a tray right by the sofa where they are convenient. I taste the food sitting there and don't have to go back to the kitchen if I find I need salt or pepper. This is probably a use most people don't care about, but that's what I use them for.

Answer: so very small

So convenient because, being stack-able, they take up very little room. <hl> The only thing I wish was different is that the holes in the salt shaker are so very small , I wish they were a tiny bit bigger. <hl> It's hard to get the salt out. Still, the shakers look have a clean, sharp look to them. I frequently eat in front of the TV so I have them on a tray right by the sofa where they are convenient. I taste the food sitting there and don't have to go back to the kitchen if I find I need salt or pepper. This is probably a use most people don't care about, but that's what I use them for.

So convenient because, being stack-able, they take up very little room. The only thing I wish was different is that the holes in the salt shaker are <hl> so very small <hl>, I wish they were a tiny bit bigger. It's hard to get the salt out. Still, the shakers look have a clean, sharp look to them. I frequently eat in front of the TV so I have them on a tray right by the sofa where they are convenient. I taste the food sitting there and don't have to go back to the kitchen if I find I need salt or pepper. This is probably a use most people don't care about, but that's what I use them for.

The only thing I wish was different is that the holes in the salt shaker are <hl> so very small <hl> , I wish they were a tiny bit bigger.


Question: Why is is being returned?

The kettle is very nice, well designed & heats the water quickly. However, I'm returning it because of the cord. It's very heavy utilitarian black (3/8" diameter) and there's no way to conceal it in the base. It really detracts from the sleek look of the kettle, and there's no spot in my kitchen where it doesn't look bad. Maybe it makes it safer electrically, but I don't have any other small appliances with so heavy a cord. I'm probably being overly fussy, but I just think the cord will always bother me, so I'm packing it up to return.

Answer: because of the cord

The kettle is very nice, well designed & heats the water quickly. <hl> However, I'm returning it because of the cord . <hl> It's very heavy utilitarian black (3/8" diameter) and there's no way to conceal it in the base. It really detracts from the sleek look of the kettle, and there's no spot in my kitchen where it doesn't look bad. Maybe it makes it safer electrically, but I don't have any other small appliances with so heavy a cord. I'm probably being overly fussy, but I just think the cord will always bother me, so I'm packing it up to return.

The kettle is very nice, well designed & heats the water quickly. However, I'm returning it <hl> because of the cord <hl>. It's very heavy utilitarian black (3/8" diameter) and there's no way to conceal it in the base. It really detracts from the sleek look of the kettle, and there's no spot in my kitchen where it doesn't look bad. Maybe it makes it safer electrically, but I don't have any other small appliances with so heavy a cord. I'm probably being overly fussy, but I just think the cord will always bother me, so I'm packing it up to return.

However, I'm returning it <hl> because of the cord <hl> .


Question: Which oil do they use?

Okay, I was in a hurry and I didn't quite get exactly what the reviewers meant when they said it was curved. It is curved Out Of The Horizontal from about 2/3 of the way down from the handle end. That means that when you lay it flat on it's back, the stirring end sticks up into the air at about a 25 degree angle. But in a gradual curve. Like bentwood.There. Now I get it. You probably got it before. The angle is helpful for prying at the stuck bits when making stock. Gives you more mechanical advantage.The olive wood has lovely graining which shows up even more with oiling - mineral oil works fine. It's nice to find such a charming blend of beauty and utility.

Answer: mineral

Okay, I was in a hurry and I didn't quite get exactly what the reviewers meant when they said it was curved. It is curved Out Of The Horizontal from about 2/3 of the way down from the handle end. That means that when you lay it flat on it's back, the stirring end sticks up into the air at about a 25 degree angle. But in a gradual curve. Like bentwood. There. Now I get it. You probably got it before. The angle is helpful for prying at the stuck bits when making stock. Gives you more mechanical advantage. <hl> The olive wood has lovely graining which shows up even more with oiling - mineral oil works fine. <hl> It's nice to find such a charming blend of beauty and utility.

Okay, I was in a hurry and I didn't quite get exactly what the reviewers meant when they said it was curved. It is curved Out Of The Horizontal from about 2/3 of the way down from the handle end. That means that when you lay it flat on it's back, the stirring end sticks up into the air at about a 25 degree angle. But in a gradual curve. Like bentwood.There. Now I get it. You probably got it before. The angle is helpful for prying at the stuck bits when making stock. Gives you more mechanical advantage.The olive wood has lovely graining which shows up even more with oiling - <hl> mineral <hl> oil works fine. It's nice to find such a charming blend of beauty and utility.


Question: is the coating safe to ingest?

The good thing is they are cheap for 2. The bad thing is the coating wears off. I have the 12 inch in storage... too large to use daily. But the 10 inch coating has worn off and is chipping off. I need to throw this away... dangerous to injest this coating. My husband is not wanting me to toss the pan at the end of it's lifespann but I know it is not safe to eat from this now that it is chipping and peeling. What else works other than stainless steel? I want a durable pan that LASTS. I will use it 1-3 times a day. I like the idea of nonstick. Might have to go back to stainless steel.

Answer: dangerous

dangerous to injest this coating.

The good thing is they are cheap for 2. The bad thing is the coating wears off. I have the 12 inch in storage... too large to use daily. But the 10 inch coating has worn off and is chipping off. I need to throw this away... <hl> dangerous to injest this coating. <hl> My husband is not wanting me to toss the pan at the end of it's lifespann but I know it is not safe to eat from this now that it is chipping and peeling. What else works other than stainless steel? I want a durable pan that LASTS. I will use it 1-3 times a day. I like the idea of nonstick. Might have to go back to stainless steel.

The good thing is they are cheap for 2. The bad thing is the coating wears off. I have the 12 inch in storage... too large to use daily. But the 10 inch coating has worn off and is chipping off. I need to throw this away... <hl> dangerous <hl> to injest this coating. My husband is not wanting me to toss the pan at the end of it's lifespann but I know it is not safe to eat from this now that it is chipping and peeling. What else works other than stainless steel? I want a durable pan that LASTS. I will use it 1-3 times a day. I like the idea of nonstick. Might have to go back to stainless steel.


Question: When did the little vacuum arrive?

I just got this today (a day earlier than expected Thanks Amazon Prime). For $20 I am completely happy with the product. I wouldn't pay much more for it. Think of this as a dirt devil on a stick. It will not replace vacuuming but it is much quicker than sweeping hardwoods. Great for daily crumbs. I hate sweeping but enjoyed using this little vacuum. The cord is adequate length. It steers and rolls easily. It is definitely light weight. It picked up everything on the hardwoods, and most of the stuff on the rug. Happy with the purchase.

Answer: today

<hl> I just got this today (a day earlier than expected Thanks Amazon Prime). <hl> For $20 I am completely happy with the product. I wouldn't pay much more for it. Think of this as a dirt devil on a stick. It will not replace vacuuming but it is much quicker than sweeping hardwoods. Great for daily crumbs. I hate sweeping but enjoyed using this little vacuum. The cord is adequate length. It steers and rolls easily. It is definitely light weight. It picked up everything on the hardwoods, and most of the stuff on the rug. Happy with the purchase.

I just got this <hl> today <hl> (a day earlier than expected Thanks Amazon Prime). For $20 I am completely happy with the product. I wouldn't pay much more for it. Think of this as a dirt devil on a stick. It will not replace vacuuming but it is much quicker than sweeping hardwoods. Great for daily crumbs. I hate sweeping but enjoyed using this little vacuum. The cord is adequate length. It steers and rolls easily. It is definitely light weight. It picked up everything on the hardwoods, and most of the stuff on the rug. Happy with the purchase.


Question: When the cookie dough is tough and too thick, what is it better suited for?

Like other OXO products I've used, this is well-made and the storage case for the pattern disks is a good idea to keep them from getting misplaced. And it looks like a fun way to make cute cookies, but you can't use just any recipe since a soft consistency of the dough is important to getting it to work properly. I have a favorite recipe for sugar cookies my mom has made since I was a kid but the dough is much too thick and better suited to old-fashioned cookie cutters. And the recipes included with the cookie press are very heavy on butter - 3 or 4 sticks for each batch! - which makes them taste more like shortbread cookies to me (not my favorite and more expensive to bake). The patterns are cute - although they make very small bite-sized cookies - but it doesn't work with just any recipe.

Answer: old-fashioned cookie cutters

Like other OXO products I've used, this is well-made and the storage case for the pattern disks is a good idea to keep them from getting misplaced. And it looks like a fun way to make cute cookies, but you can't use just any recipe since a soft consistency of the dough is important to getting it to work properly. <hl> I have a favorite recipe for sugar cookies my mom has made since I was a kid but the dough is much too thick and better suited to old-fashioned cookie cutters . <hl> And the recipes included with the cookie press are very heavy on butter - 3 or 4 sticks for each batch! - which makes them taste more like shortbread cookies to me (not my favorite and more expensive to bake). The patterns are cute - although they make very small bite-sized cookies - but it doesn't work with just any recipe.

Like other OXO products I've used, this is well-made and the storage case for the pattern disks is a good idea to keep them from getting misplaced. And it looks like a fun way to make cute cookies, but you can't use just any recipe since a soft consistency of the dough is important to getting it to work properly. I have a favorite recipe for sugar cookies my mom has made since I was a kid but the dough is much too thick and better suited to <hl> old-fashioned cookie cutters <hl>. And the recipes included with the cookie press are very heavy on butter - 3 or 4 sticks for each batch! - which makes them taste more like shortbread cookies to me (not my favorite and more expensive to bake). The patterns are cute - although they make very small bite-sized cookies - but it doesn't work with just any recipe.

I have a favorite recipe for sugar cookies my mom has made since I was a kid but the dough is much too thick and better suited to <hl> old-fashioned cookie cutters <hl> .


Question: Do you have any issues with the product being loud?

I read tons of the reviews on here before purchasing this product. I ended up buying the Owl, and I am in love. I have been using it for 4 days so far and I have had no problems with burning electronics, noise level, it using too much water, etc.I can barely hear it. I think the noise level is on par with our ceiling fan, which runs all year long except in the winter. It produces a nice little stream of cool mist and after the first night of use I woke up without a dry, sore throat and nose. My apartment is so dry I have been getting nose bleeds in the morning from my nose cracking. It has been WONDERFUL! I feel so much better.I was hesitant about buying a $40 humidifier when I could get a Vick's hot steam from Walgreens for $12. I am glad I bought this instead. With the cool steam, I am not worried about my place catching fire from a faulty heating element.I set the dial to about 3/4 the way, and a full gallon of water lasted 3 nights. I have been using high purity water to prevent mineral build up and hopefully this little guy will last me a long time.

Answer: I can barely hear it. I think the noise level is on par with our ceiling fan

I read tons of the reviews on here before purchasing this product. I ended up buying the Owl, and I am in love. I have been using it for 4 days so far and I have had no problems with burning electronics, noise level, it using too much water, etc. <hl> I can barely hear it. I think the noise level is on par with our ceiling fan , which runs all year long except in the winter. <hl> It produces a nice little stream of cool mist and after the first night of use I woke up without a dry, sore throat and nose. My apartment is so dry I have been getting nose bleeds in the morning from my nose cracking. It has been WONDERFUL! I feel so much better. I was hesitant about buying a $40 humidifier when I could get a Vick's hot steam from Walgreens for $12. I am glad I bought this instead. With the cool steam, I am not worried about my place catching fire from a faulty heating element. I set the dial to about 3/4 the way, and a full gallon of water lasted 3 nights. I have been using high purity water to prevent mineral build up and hopefully this little guy will last me a long time.

I read tons of the reviews on here before purchasing this product. I ended up buying the Owl, and I am in love. I have been using it for 4 days so far and I have had no problems with burning electronics, noise level, it using too much water, etc.<hl> I can barely hear it. I think the noise level is on par with our ceiling fan <hl>, which runs all year long except in the winter. It produces a nice little stream of cool mist and after the first night of use I woke up without a dry, sore throat and nose. My apartment is so dry I have been getting nose bleeds in the morning from my nose cracking. It has been WONDERFUL! I feel so much better.I was hesitant about buying a $40 humidifier when I could get a Vick's hot steam from Walgreens for $12. I am glad I bought this instead. With the cool steam, I am not worried about my place catching fire from a faulty heating element.I set the dial to about 3/4 the way, and a full gallon of water lasted 3 nights. I have been using high purity water to prevent mineral build up and hopefully this little guy will last me a long time.

<hl> I can barely hear it. I think the noise level is on par with our ceiling fan <hl> , which runs all year long except in the winter.


Question: What is recommended for operation?

Been using this product for 6-weeks. Works great, single hand operation is nice. Would recommend using rechargeable batteries or you'll be buying six AAAs every month. I use this primarily for seasoning meats before going on the grill.

Answer: rechargeable batteries

Been using this product for 6-weeks. Works great, single hand operation is nice. <hl> Would recommend using rechargeable batteries or you'll be buying six AAAs every month. <hl> I use this primarily for seasoning meats before going on the grill.

Been using this product for 6-weeks. Works great, single hand operation is nice. Would recommend using <hl> rechargeable batteries <hl> or you'll be buying six AAAs every month. I use this primarily for seasoning meats before going on the grill.


Question: What kept the product safe during shipping?

This pitcher is absolutely perfect! I needed something for the green tea I make every couple of days, and was sick and tired of the staining on plastic containers. The plastics never looked or felt clean after washing, but this pitcher sparkles! I love the handle, and because I have small hands, it makes it much easier to balance when lifting the full pitcher. I have purchased other "Made in Italy" glassware, and find that the glass is much heavier and sturdier than typical houseware department glassware. Yes, it is heavy when full, but the cure for that is to use two hands! The lid is easy to operate and seals very well. The company took tremendous care to pack the pitcher for shipping , , , there was so much bubble wrap it would have survived if it had fallen off the truck.

Answer: bubble wrap

This pitcher is absolutely perfect! I needed something for the green tea I make every couple of days, and was sick and tired of the staining on plastic containers. The plastics never looked or felt clean after washing, but this pitcher sparkles! I love the handle, and because I have small hands, it makes it much easier to balance when lifting the full pitcher. I have purchased other "Made in Italy" glassware, and find that the glass is much heavier and sturdier than typical houseware department glassware. Yes, it is heavy when full, but the cure for that is to use two hands! The lid is easy to operate and seals very well. <hl> The company took tremendous care to pack the pitcher for shipping , , , there was so much bubble wrap it would have survived if it had fallen off the truck. <hl>

This pitcher is absolutely perfect! I needed something for the green tea I make every couple of days, and was sick and tired of the staining on plastic containers. The plastics never looked or felt clean after washing, but this pitcher sparkles! I love the handle, and because I have small hands, it makes it much easier to balance when lifting the full pitcher. I have purchased other "Made in Italy" glassware, and find that the glass is much heavier and sturdier than typical houseware department glassware. Yes, it is heavy when full, but the cure for that is to use two hands! The lid is easy to operate and seals very well. The company took tremendous care to pack the pitcher for shipping , , , there was so much <hl> bubble wrap <hl> it would have survived if it had fallen off the truck.


Question: Was the product well received?

I was intrigued with this product since it had great reviews from other customers, but I was disappointed. First off, it looked like it was used, and the light that was supposed to come on when plugged in worked intermittenly. The unit produced enough steam, but it was not hot. I could put my hand in front of it and the steam was just warm. I returned the product, after two failed attempts at trying to clean anything with it. I don't know if it was just a bad unit, or if all steamers work this way.

Answer: great reviews

<hl> I was intrigued with this product since it had great reviews from other customers, but <hl> I was disappointed. First off, it looked like it was used, and the light that was supposed to come on when plugged in worked intermittenly. The unit produced enough steam, but it was not hot. I could put my hand in front of it and the steam was just warm. I returned the product, after two failed attempts at trying to clean anything with it. I don't know if it was just a bad unit, or if all steamers work this way.

I was intrigued with this product since it had <hl> great reviews <hl> from other customers, but I was disappointed. First off, it looked like it was used, and the light that was supposed to come on when plugged in worked intermittenly. The unit produced enough steam, but it was not hot. I could put my hand in front of it and the steam was just warm. I returned the product, after two failed attempts at trying to clean anything with it. I don't know if it was just a bad unit, or if all steamers work this way.


Question: The coffee maker is sturdy, well made, fits on the counter, as well as?

Our old coffee pot finally had it, it was leaking all over the place, the clock stopped working....I believe we got everything out of the old gal we could.Choosing a coffee pot is important to us, we are passionate about our coffee...and whatever is going to brew it better be reliable, look good, brew a good pot, and functional. This one is.We have been using it for weeks now and there is no issue what so ever. Easy to use, if you want a cup while its brewing go ahead and get one!, it makes a perfect steaming delicious cup of joe.The coffee maker itself is sturdy, well made, fits well on our counters and stylish.

Answer: stylish

Our old coffee pot finally had it, it was leaking all over the place, the clock stopped working.... I believe we got everything out of the old gal we could. Choosing a coffee pot is important to us, we are passionate about our coffee...and whatever is going to brew it better be reliable, look good, brew a good pot, and functional. This one is. We have been using it for weeks now and there is no issue what so ever. Easy to use, if you want a cup while its brewing go ahead and get one!, it makes a perfect steaming delicious cup of joe. <hl> The coffee maker itself is sturdy, well made, fits well on our counters and stylish . <hl>

Our old coffee pot finally had it, it was leaking all over the place, the clock stopped working....I believe we got everything out of the old gal we could.Choosing a coffee pot is important to us, we are passionate about our coffee...and whatever is going to brew it better be reliable, look good, brew a good pot, and functional. This one is.We have been using it for weeks now and there is no issue what so ever. Easy to use, if you want a cup while its brewing go ahead and get one!, it makes a perfect steaming delicious cup of joe.The coffee maker itself is sturdy, well made, fits well on our counters and <hl> stylish <hl>.

The coffee maker itself is sturdy, well made, fits well on our counters and <hl> stylish <hl> .


Question: How many did they buy for gifts?

We are extremely picky with our kitchen utensils. Years prior, we received a set of knives we had selected in our wedding registry. At the time, we were naive. Thankfully we later learned not all knives are created equal. I can't say I've ever used a $50 or pricier knife, but I don't know why I would when this one seems to be perfect. It's super-sharp (just ask my fingers ...). It's comfortable to use. Me not being a fan of hand-washing, I wish I could toss it in the dishwasher, but I know that would dull the blade, and then what's the point?We have now purchased three of this model for ourselves and two as gifts, as well as purchasing the Victorinox Santoku for ourselves. Highly recommend for those looking for a great knife at a manageable price.

Answer: two

We are extremely picky with our kitchen utensils. Years prior, we received a set of knives we had selected in our wedding registry. At the time, we were naive. Thankfully we later learned not all knives are created equal. I can't say I've ever used a $50 or pricier knife, but I don't know why I would when this one seems to be perfect. It's super-sharp (just ask my fingers ...). It's comfortable to use. <hl> Me not being a fan of hand-washing, I wish I could toss it in the dishwasher, but I know that would dull the blade, and then what's the point?We have now purchased three of this model for ourselves and two as gifts, as well as purchasing the Victorinox Santoku for ourselves. <hl> Highly recommend for those looking for a great knife at a manageable price.

We are extremely picky with our kitchen utensils. Years prior, we received a set of knives we had selected in our wedding registry. At the time, we were naive. Thankfully we later learned not all knives are created equal. I can't say I've ever used a $50 or pricier knife, but I don't know why I would when this one seems to be perfect. It's super-sharp (just ask my fingers ...). It's comfortable to use. Me not being a fan of hand-washing, I wish I could toss it in the dishwasher, but I know that would dull the blade, and then what's the point?We have now purchased three of this model for ourselves and <hl> two <hl> as gifts, as well as purchasing the Victorinox Santoku for ourselves. Highly recommend for those looking for a great knife at a manageable price.


Question: what does the writer suggests using to make it possible to move this item?

First a negative: This unit is big and is not easy to move around or to get out of the box however it comes well packed and protected and had two heavy duty plastic ribbons around it which helped to move it in to the house. Without a dolly there's no way one person could lift it or take it up stairs.Some Positives:What a great idea to have a freestanding unit rather than the old fashioned window installed units. The entire back of my condo has sliding glass doors rather than regular windows and since the master bedroom is at back and that's where the unit was needed that worked out great. The exhaust hose was easy to install and to run out through the door. Though the weather has been incredibly mild this year the few days I used it it cooled the room well and the remote was nice to have to adjust the temps without getting out of bed.Using it caused my electric bill to go up but obviously not to the same extent using central air does which is convenient especially for nighttime only use.

Answer: a dolly

First a negative: This unit is big and is not easy to move around or to get out of the box however it comes well packed and protected and had two heavy duty plastic ribbons around it which helped to move it in to the house. <hl> Without a dolly there's no way one person could lift it or take it up stairs. <hl> Some Positives:What a great idea to have a freestanding unit rather than the old fashioned window installed units. The entire back of my condo has sliding glass doors rather than regular windows and since the master bedroom is at back and that's where the unit was needed that worked out great. The exhaust hose was easy to install and to run out through the door. Though the weather has been incredibly mild this year the few days I used it it cooled the room well and the remote was nice to have to adjust the temps without getting out of bed. Using it caused my electric bill to go up but obviously not to the same extent using central air does which is convenient especially for nighttime only use.

First a negative: This unit is big and is not easy to move around or to get out of the box however it comes well packed and protected and had two heavy duty plastic ribbons around it which helped to move it in to the house. Without <hl> a dolly <hl> there's no way one person could lift it or take it up stairs.Some Positives:What a great idea to have a freestanding unit rather than the old fashioned window installed units. The entire back of my condo has sliding glass doors rather than regular windows and since the master bedroom is at back and that's where the unit was needed that worked out great. The exhaust hose was easy to install and to run out through the door. Though the weather has been incredibly mild this year the few days I used it it cooled the room well and the remote was nice to have to adjust the temps without getting out of bed.Using it caused my electric bill to go up but obviously not to the same extent using central air does which is convenient especially for nighttime only use.


Question: What did the writer put in the item  to test it?

I ordered this Feb 20 and got it before the end of the month.I immediately placed an uncut tomato in it. It was probably a week before I cut the first 2 thin slices. Then another week before another cut. And another week before my third cut.It has now been 5 weeks and I still have about 1/3 of my tomato AND IT'S STILL FRESH!I really do have a hard time believing how well this little thing works but it dos.Because we use tomatoes very sparingly, I've thrown out loads of soft, mushy, black-spotted tomato remnants.NO MORE! Good to the last slice!

Answer: an uncut tomato

I ordered this Feb 20 and got it before the end of the month. <hl> I immediately placed an uncut tomato in it. <hl> It was probably a week before I cut the first 2 thin slices. Then another week before another cut. And another week before my third cut. It has now been 5 weeks and I still have about 1/3 of my tomato AND IT'S STILL FRESH!I really do have a hard time believing how well this little thing works but it dos. Because we use tomatoes very sparingly, I've thrown out loads of soft, mushy, black-spotted tomato remnants. NO MORE! Good to the last slice!

I ordered this Feb 20 and got it before the end of the month.I immediately placed <hl> an uncut tomato <hl> in it. It was probably a week before I cut the first 2 thin slices. Then another week before another cut. And another week before my third cut.It has now been 5 weeks and I still have about 1/3 of my tomato AND IT'S STILL FRESH!I really do have a hard time believing how well this little thing works but it dos.Because we use tomatoes very sparingly, I've thrown out loads of soft, mushy, black-spotted tomato remnants.NO MORE! Good to the last slice!


Question: Why didn't the reviewer give a 5 star rating?

These came promptly with gifts of an insulated bag and a pen. The first time I used the bags, I didn't realize that the bottom panels had to be put in place - I thought they were already in the bottoms. The store bagger did not notice and as a result, one of the bottom panels got bent in half and split from the bag contents. The next time I used the bags I noticed this same bag had a half inch triangular rip near the bottom - from the broken panel? I don't know. That's the only reason I did not give five stars.That said, I love these bags. They hold a lot, are sturdy and comfortable to carry. Baggers appreciate the rack loops for holding the bag in place while filling it. They fold up well, with the panels in the bottoms and the handles inside the bags. I keep them in the car at all times. Good product - good price!UPDATE I purchased and reviewed these bags in 2008. I'm updating today, 12/14/13, and changing to five stars because I'm still using these bags for groceries at least once a week. The little tear in the one bag never got bigger, and all the bags have been washed and are looking well used now, but are still going strong.

Answer: the bottom panels had to be put in place

These came promptly with gifts of an insulated bag and a pen. <hl> The first time I used the bags, I didn't realize that the bottom panels had to be put in place - I thought they were already in the bottoms. <hl> The store bagger did not notice and as a result, one of the bottom panels got bent in half and split from the bag contents. The next time I used the bags I noticed this same bag had a half inch triangular rip near the bottom - from the broken panel? I don't know. That's the only reason I did not give five stars. That said, I love these bags. They hold a lot, are sturdy and comfortable to carry. Baggers appreciate the rack loops for holding the bag in place while filling it. They fold up well, with the panels in the bottoms and the handles inside the bags. I keep them in the car at all times. Good product - good price!UPDATE I purchased and reviewed these bags in 2008. I'm updating today, 12/14/13, and changing to five stars because I'm still using these bags for groceries at least once a week. The little tear in the one bag never got bigger, and all the bags have been washed and are looking well used now, but are still going strong.

These came promptly with gifts of an insulated bag and a pen. The first time I used the bags, I didn't realize that <hl> the bottom panels had to be put in place <hl> - I thought they were already in the bottoms. The store bagger did not notice and as a result, one of the bottom panels got bent in half and split from the bag contents. The next time I used the bags I noticed this same bag had a half inch triangular rip near the bottom - from the broken panel? I don't know. That's the only reason I did not give five stars.That said, I love these bags. They hold a lot, are sturdy and comfortable to carry. Baggers appreciate the rack loops for holding the bag in place while filling it. They fold up well, with the panels in the bottoms and the handles inside the bags. I keep them in the car at all times. Good product - good price!UPDATE I purchased and reviewed these bags in 2008. I'm updating today, 12/14/13, and changing to five stars because I'm still using these bags for groceries at least once a week. The little tear in the one bag never got bigger, and all the bags have been washed and are looking well used now, but are still going strong.


Question: After they exchanged it, how long has it been between then and the review?

My husband bought this from Walmart - he wanted to get away from teflon. After 2 weeks of frying a few things in it - eggs would not come out - they started sticking, badly. I took it back and exchanged for another. Here we are, 2 months later, trying desperately to make it last because, once again, everything is sticking and you better not even put eggs in it.Poor product, will never buy another - still looking for that idea to get away from teflon - but not in this company.I have a picture of what it looks like now after washing - the dark spots are where the food sticks if you need a visual

Answer: 2 months

My husband bought this from Walmart - he wanted to get away from teflon. After 2 weeks of frying a few things in it - eggs would not come out - they started sticking, badly. I took it back and exchanged for another. <hl> Here we are, 2 months later, trying desperately to make it last because, once again, everything is sticking and you better not even put eggs in it. <hl> Poor product, will never buy another - still looking for that idea to get away from teflon - but not in this company. I have a picture of what it looks like now after washing - the dark spots are where the food sticks if you need a visual

My husband bought this from Walmart - he wanted to get away from teflon. After 2 weeks of frying a few things in it - eggs would not come out - they started sticking, badly. I took it back and exchanged for another. Here we are, <hl> 2 months <hl> later, trying desperately to make it last because, once again, everything is sticking and you better not even put eggs in it.Poor product, will never buy another - still looking for that idea to get away from teflon - but not in this company.I have a picture of what it looks like now after washing - the dark spots are where the food sticks if you need a visual


Question: What material would the main compartment be considered to this buyer?

Perhaps I should have read more carefully, but this is definitely a SHOULDER bad. The strap is too long to carry it as you would a shopping bag. But it is a fantastic design. The stretchy pouch is terrific! If folds up quickly and easily. I would give it five stars but ... it's the shoulder strap. I feel like I'm wearing a European Man Bag when I shop. Not what I want. I'll be regretfully returning them because of the shoulder strap. For those who want/like shoulder bags ... GO FOR IT ... it's terrific in design!

Answer: stretchy

The stretchy pouch is terrific!

Perhaps I should have read more carefully, but this is definitely a SHOULDER bad. The strap is too long to carry it as you would a shopping bag. But it is a fantastic design. <hl> The stretchy pouch is terrific! <hl> If folds up quickly and easily. I would give it five stars but ... it's the shoulder strap. I feel like I'm wearing a European Man Bag when I shop. Not what I want. I'll be regretfully returning them because of the shoulder strap. For those who want/like shoulder bags ... GO FOR IT ... it's terrific in design!

Perhaps I should have read more carefully, but this is definitely a SHOULDER bad. The strap is too long to carry it as you would a shopping bag. But it is a fantastic design. The <hl> stretchy <hl> pouch is terrific! If folds up quickly and easily. I would give it five stars but ... it's the shoulder strap. I feel like I'm wearing a European Man Bag when I shop. Not what I want. I'll be regretfully returning them because of the shoulder strap. For those who want/like shoulder bags ... GO FOR IT ... it's terrific in design!


Question: What happens if the humidifier is tipped over?

I was skeptical at first when reading the description but decided to try it out anyways. Let me tell you, it is the smallest and lightest travel humidifier i have ever seen and used. It works like a charm when you are traveling and it sits right next to you on the nightstand in the hotel. Extremely quiet and light, and the footprint of the humidifier is almost nonexistent. However, there is only one small problem, but it can be expected because of it's size and weight. You must be careful not to bump it because it can tip over easily and spill out the water all over the place. Other than that it is perfect and works very well for it's stated purpose.

Answer: spill out the water all over the place

I was skeptical at first when reading the description but decided to try it out anyways. Let me tell you, it is the smallest and lightest travel humidifier i have ever seen and used. It works like a charm when you are traveling and it sits right next to you on the nightstand in the hotel. Extremely quiet and light, and the footprint of the humidifier is almost nonexistent. However, there is only one small problem, but it can be expected because of it's size and weight. <hl> You must be careful not to bump it because it can tip over easily and spill out the water all over the place . <hl> Other than that it is perfect and works very well for it's stated purpose.

I was skeptical at first when reading the description but decided to try it out anyways. Let me tell you, it is the smallest and lightest travel humidifier i have ever seen and used. It works like a charm when you are traveling and it sits right next to you on the nightstand in the hotel. Extremely quiet and light, and the footprint of the humidifier is almost nonexistent. However, there is only one small problem, but it can be expected because of it's size and weight. You must be careful not to bump it because it can tip over easily and <hl> spill out the water all over the place <hl>. Other than that it is perfect and works very well for it's stated purpose.

You must be careful not to bump it because it can tip over easily and <hl> spill out the water all over the place <hl> .


Question: How much delicious sweat treats from scratch can Freshware help create?

Most everyone loves a sweet treat and when the treat is made in your own oven, the freshness and flavor are often second to none. A good baking tool makes the process much simpler and this baking aid from Freshware is certainly one to consider buying. It helps create up to 30 shapely, delicious sweet treats from scratch, right in the comforts of home.Candy isn't usually baked in the home and part of the reason is the lack of appropriate baking molds. With this simple, silicone device, an individual can make candies that keep their form and look every bit as nice as they taste. With other baking sheets, the candy doesn't always hold itself together, but there is no problem with this Freshware mold. Each piece of candy pops out of the mold in perfect condition, like a work of art, ready to display on a plate and enjoy for dessert or a snack.This candy mold utilizes non- stick silicone and it is reasonably easy to clean. The flexibility makes it easy to pop the candies out of the molds without damage and that means less cleanup afterward. Other baking molds do not have a reliable non- stick surface like this one and not only does it lead to sloppy looking candies, it also means more scrubbing and scraping to remove the leftover bits of candy when cleaning. With this simple, inexpensive candy baking mold, there is little to do. A little warm water and minimal scrubbing/wiping and the job is complete.We usually prefer to buy candy already made but with this Freshware candy mold, creativity in the kitchen is more commonplace than before. Candy prepared with this baking mold looks and tastes great and for such a low price, you really cannot go wrong.

Answer: 30

Most everyone loves a sweet treat and when the treat is made in your own oven, the freshness and flavor are often second to none. A good baking tool makes the process much simpler and this baking aid from Freshware is certainly one to consider buying. <hl> It helps create up to 30 shapely, delicious sweet treats from scratch, right in the comforts of home. <hl> Candy isn't usually baked in the home and part of the reason is the lack of appropriate baking molds. With this simple, silicone device, an individual can make candies that keep their form and look every bit as nice as they taste. With other baking sheets, the candy doesn't always hold itself together, but there is no problem with this Freshware mold. Each piece of candy pops out of the mold in perfect condition, like a work of art, ready to display on a plate and enjoy for dessert or a snack. This candy mold utilizes non- stick silicone and it is reasonably easy to clean. The flexibility makes it easy to pop the candies out of the molds without damage and that means less cleanup afterward. Other baking molds do not have a reliable non- stick surface like this one and not only does it lead to sloppy looking candies, it also means more scrubbing and scraping to remove the leftover bits of candy when cleaning. With this simple, inexpensive candy baking mold, there is little to do. A little warm water and minimal scrubbing/wiping and the job is complete. We usually prefer to buy candy already made but with this Freshware candy mold, creativity in the kitchen is more commonplace than before. Candy prepared with this baking mold looks and tastes great and for such a low price, you really cannot go wrong.

Most everyone loves a sweet treat and when the treat is made in your own oven, the freshness and flavor are often second to none. A good baking tool makes the process much simpler and this baking aid from Freshware is certainly one to consider buying. It helps create up to <hl> 30 <hl> shapely, delicious sweet treats from scratch, right in the comforts of home.Candy isn't usually baked in the home and part of the reason is the lack of appropriate baking molds. With this simple, silicone device, an individual can make candies that keep their form and look every bit as nice as they taste. With other baking sheets, the candy doesn't always hold itself together, but there is no problem with this Freshware mold. Each piece of candy pops out of the mold in perfect condition, like a work of art, ready to display on a plate and enjoy for dessert or a snack.This candy mold utilizes non- stick silicone and it is reasonably easy to clean. The flexibility makes it easy to pop the candies out of the molds without damage and that means less cleanup afterward. Other baking molds do not have a reliable non- stick surface like this one and not only does it lead to sloppy looking candies, it also means more scrubbing and scraping to remove the leftover bits of candy when cleaning. With this simple, inexpensive candy baking mold, there is little to do. A little warm water and minimal scrubbing/wiping and the job is complete.We usually prefer to buy candy already made but with this Freshware candy mold, creativity in the kitchen is more commonplace than before. Candy prepared with this baking mold looks and tastes great and for such a low price, you really cannot go wrong.


Question: Does this popper pop all the kernals?

This popper is awesome ( as poppers go). Long ago I had another brand, but this Presto is blazing fast and pops every kernel.. I put it to the test with 6 brands and never had more than 1 or 2 unpopped kernels. The size and volume were another thing entirely. All samples are of the same weight of popping corn (weighed for accuracy on a postal scale). Some popped up twice the volume of others. The mushroom popcorn was purchased on Amazon (Mushroom Popcorn Kernels - Just Poppin Brandby Just Poppin). How did they taste? Pretty much the same, except the Trader Joes Organic was tougher and more chewy.

Answer: Presto is blazing fast and pops every kernel

This popper is awesome ( as poppers go). <hl> Long ago I had another brand, but this Presto is blazing fast and pops every kernel .. I put it to the test with 6 brands and never had more than 1 or 2 unpopped kernels. <hl> The size and volume were another thing entirely. All samples are of the same weight of popping corn (weighed for accuracy on a postal scale). Some popped up twice the volume of others. The mushroom popcorn was purchased on Amazon (Mushroom Popcorn Kernels - Just Poppin Brandby Just Poppin). How did they taste? Pretty much the same, except the Trader Joes Organic was tougher and more chewy.

This popper is awesome ( as poppers go). Long ago I had another brand, but this <hl> Presto is blazing fast and pops every kernel <hl>.. I put it to the test with 6 brands and never had more than 1 or 2 unpopped kernels. The size and volume were another thing entirely. All samples are of the same weight of popping corn (weighed for accuracy on a postal scale). Some popped up twice the volume of others. The mushroom popcorn was purchased on Amazon (Mushroom Popcorn Kernels - Just Poppin Brandby Just Poppin). How did they taste? Pretty much the same, except the Trader Joes Organic was tougher and more chewy.

Long ago I had another brand, but this <hl> Presto is blazing fast and pops every kernel <hl> .. I put it to the test with 6 brands and never had more than 1 or 2 unpopped kernels.


Question: What size are they?

Rated this a 3 because I love the tiny pepper mill but the salt mill, leaves a lot to be desired.The actual mill pieces for the salt mill are plastic and for the pepper mill, they are metal. I would much rather have two metal mills! The salt is used more and will most likely break first. Love them, love the look, disappointed with the company for cutting corners.UPDATE: I understand that the mill for the salt was plastic due to corrosion of metal pieces but I keep this at a three. The mills (notw that I have had them for awhile) are too small to be useful most of the time. They are cute and useful when you need an extra set on the table. That said, they are tiny and hard to use as your primary grinders. I still like them but I find my self looking at new ones every time I'm at the store.

Answer: tiny

<hl> Rated this a 3 because I love the tiny pepper mill but the salt mill, leaves a lot to be desired. <hl> The actual mill pieces for the salt mill are plastic and for the pepper mill, they are metal. I would much rather have two metal mills! The salt is used more and will most likely break first. Love them, love the look, disappointed with the company for cutting corners. UPDATE: I understand that the mill for the salt was plastic due to corrosion of metal pieces but I keep this at a three. The mills (notw that I have had them for awhile) are too small to be useful most of the time. They are cute and useful when you need an extra set on the table. That said, they are tiny and hard to use as your primary grinders. I still like them but I find my self looking at new ones every time I'm at the store.

Rated this a 3 because I love the <hl> tiny <hl> pepper mill but the salt mill, leaves a lot to be desired.The actual mill pieces for the salt mill are plastic and for the pepper mill, they are metal. I would much rather have two metal mills! The salt is used more and will most likely break first. Love them, love the look, disappointed with the company for cutting corners.UPDATE: I understand that the mill for the salt was plastic due to corrosion of metal pieces but I keep this at a three. The mills (notw that I have had them for awhile) are too small to be useful most of the time. They are cute and useful when you need an extra set on the table. That said, they are tiny and hard to use as your primary grinders. I still like them but I find my self looking at new ones every time I'm at the store.


Question: If your making a smoothie with frozen berries what should you consider most?

The concept is great. However, these small blenders don't pack the necessary power for my type of use. I need something heavy duty. I have a Vitamix and am used to the power of this type of blender. I like to mix frozen berries into smoothies and this wasn't very good at doing this for me. So, this was a huge step down for me in terms of power. Since I purchased this item at Costco I was glad to not have to receive this item in the mail, only to have to pay for return shipping.I guess it's fine for very small jobs but it will not give you the power to do everything. I'll stick with a Vitamix.

Answer: terms of power

The concept is great. However, these small blenders don't pack the necessary power for my type of use. I need something heavy duty. I have a Vitamix and am used to the power of this type of blender. I like to mix frozen berries into smoothies and this wasn't very good at doing this for me. <hl> So, this was a huge step down for me in terms of power . <hl> Since I purchased this item at Costco I was glad to not have to receive this item in the mail, only to have to pay for return shipping. I guess it's fine for very small jobs but it will not give you the power to do everything. I'll stick with a Vitamix.

The concept is great. However, these small blenders don't pack the necessary power for my type of use. I need something heavy duty. I have a Vitamix and am used to the power of this type of blender. I like to mix frozen berries into smoothies and this wasn't very good at doing this for me. So, this was a huge step down for me in <hl> terms of power <hl>. Since I purchased this item at Costco I was glad to not have to receive this item in the mail, only to have to pay for return shipping.I guess it's fine for very small jobs but it will not give you the power to do everything. I'll stick with a Vitamix.

So, this was a huge step down for me in <hl> terms of power <hl> .


Question: What material are the legs made of?

This looks great once assembled and provides plenty of organization. The color looks gray-ish in the picture, but it isn't (thankfully for us). The description is accurate in saying the color is black with brown undertones. It was made to look like wood that was painted black, but only to the point where wood grain is showing through slightly.The instructions are very long and specific. If you read them very carefully and understand what is being said, they are very helpful. There is a plastic leg that goes in the middle of the base that sticks out slightly more than the other legs...hopefully this was just ours since we were able to easily spin the TV stand. We have cardboard under the back legs to keep it still...this may be ok on carpet, though.Overall this is great and we are very pleased!

Answer: plastic

This looks great once assembled and provides plenty of organization. The color looks gray-ish in the picture, but it isn't (thankfully for us). The description is accurate in saying the color is black with brown undertones. It was made to look like wood that was painted black, but only to the point where wood grain is showing through slightly. The instructions are very long and specific. If you read them very carefully and understand what is being said, they are very helpful. <hl> There is a plastic leg that goes in the middle of the base that sticks out slightly more than the other legs...hopefully this was just ours since we were able to easily spin the TV stand. <hl> We have cardboard under the back legs to keep it still...this may be ok on carpet, though. Overall this is great and we are very pleased!

This looks great once assembled and provides plenty of organization. The color looks gray-ish in the picture, but it isn't (thankfully for us). The description is accurate in saying the color is black with brown undertones. It was made to look like wood that was painted black, but only to the point where wood grain is showing through slightly.The instructions are very long and specific. If you read them very carefully and understand what is being said, they are very helpful. There is a <hl> plastic <hl> leg that goes in the middle of the base that sticks out slightly more than the other legs...hopefully this was just ours since we were able to easily spin the TV stand. We have cardboard under the back legs to keep it still...this may be ok on carpet, though.Overall this is great and we are very pleased!


Question: What brand is the Wok that burns food because the heat does not disperse uniformly?

"The heat will not spread evenly" when my 80 year old Chinese grandmother first saw this wok and she was right.When you're using this Wok on an electric stove the heat is completely concentrated at the bottom, so things get super hot, stuck, and then eventually burn at the bottom.I eventually got a Green Earth Wok by Ozeri. I know it doesn't come with a lid and it is more expensive but that Wok lets me have the electric burner running with red hot coils and not burn my food at the bottom. With Chinese cooking you need heat and this one from Cuisinart doesn't spread it evenly.

Answer: Cuisinart

"The heat will not spread evenly" when my 80 year old Chinese grandmother first saw this wok and she was right. When you're using this Wok on an electric stove the heat is completely concentrated at the bottom, so things get super hot, stuck, and then eventually burn at the bottom. I eventually got a Green Earth Wok by Ozeri. I know it doesn't come with a lid and it is more expensive but that Wok lets me have the electric burner running with red hot coils and not burn my food at the bottom. <hl> With Chinese cooking you need heat and this one from Cuisinart doesn't spread it evenly. <hl>

"The heat will not spread evenly" when my 80 year old Chinese grandmother first saw this wok and she was right.When you're using this Wok on an electric stove the heat is completely concentrated at the bottom, so things get super hot, stuck, and then eventually burn at the bottom.I eventually got a Green Earth Wok by Ozeri. I know it doesn't come with a lid and it is more expensive but that Wok lets me have the electric burner running with red hot coils and not burn my food at the bottom. With Chinese cooking you need heat and this one from <hl> Cuisinart <hl> doesn't spread it evenly.


Question: When herb did they just recently purchase?

I read all the reviews before I purchased this but decided to try it anyway since I was throwing out herbs that would not last more than a day or so. I expected it to be difficult to assemble and disassemble. I understood that once herbs were placed in it, it needed to be frozen before use. So, I thought I really had realistic expectations. When it arrived, I was pleased that assembly and dis-assembly was much easier than I expected. I read and followed directions and it was really pretty easy. I had just purchased fresh basil a day earlier so I placed it in the grinder and placed grinder in the freezer. The directions only have one small note about it working once herbs are frozen in it. However, the box it comes in clearly indicates it as a frozen herb grinder. I used the basil again a few days later...just ground what I needed from the mill and popped it back in the freezer for the next time. It was fast, easy and perfect. The herbs thaw almost instantly once ground and exposed to air or heat of food. They looked fresh, tasted fresh and smelled fresh. This was total perfection for me. I love this mill and have just ordered 2 more. Total thumbs up for me.

Answer: basil

I read all the reviews before I purchased this but decided to try it anyway since I was throwing out herbs that would not last more than a day or so. I expected it to be difficult to assemble and disassemble. I understood that once herbs were placed in it, it needed to be frozen before use. So, I thought I really had realistic expectations. When it arrived, I was pleased that assembly and dis-assembly was much easier than I expected. I read and followed directions and it was really pretty easy. <hl> I had just purchased fresh basil a day earlier so I placed it in the grinder and placed grinder in the freezer. <hl> The directions only have one small note about it working once herbs are frozen in it. However, the box it comes in clearly indicates it as a frozen herb grinder. I used the basil again a few days later...just ground what I needed from the mill and popped it back in the freezer for the next time. It was fast, easy and perfect. The herbs thaw almost instantly once ground and exposed to air or heat of food. They looked fresh, tasted fresh and smelled fresh. This was total perfection for me. I love this mill and have just ordered 2 more. Total thumbs up for me.

I read all the reviews before I purchased this but decided to try it anyway since I was throwing out herbs that would not last more than a day or so. I expected it to be difficult to assemble and disassemble. I understood that once herbs were placed in it, it needed to be frozen before use. So, I thought I really had realistic expectations. When it arrived, I was pleased that assembly and dis-assembly was much easier than I expected. I read and followed directions and it was really pretty easy. I had just purchased fresh <hl> basil <hl> a day earlier so I placed it in the grinder and placed grinder in the freezer. The directions only have one small note about it working once herbs are frozen in it. However, the box it comes in clearly indicates it as a frozen herb grinder. I used the basil again a few days later...just ground what I needed from the mill and popped it back in the freezer for the next time. It was fast, easy and perfect. The herbs thaw almost instantly once ground and exposed to air or heat of food. They looked fresh, tasted fresh and smelled fresh. This was total perfection for me. I love this mill and have just ordered 2 more. Total thumbs up for me.


Question: What works magic on the tea?

...what do I do with the teabag ?I'm not a regular tea drinker, but when I do, the question is always there after the tea has steeped: I've got a used teabag...now what?The Primula mug's "tea bag buddy" --a flexible covering for the mug-- answers that question forever while serving triple duty:(1) It holds on to your tea bag while the hot water works its magic on the tea.(2) It retains the water's warmth by covering the mug as the tea brews.(3) When your tea is ready, invert the cover, what was a raised top now becomes a convenient holder for the spent tea bag.Because the mug's double walls are crystal clear, you can see how strong your brew is becoming, and stop when it's right for you. Because of the double walls, it the mug never gets too hot to handle, making it gentle on your hands and the surfaces where it rests.The mug has a wide opening, so you get a large serving of the aroma coming from your beverage. I expect I'll be using this for other hot beverages too.Nice mug!

Answer: hot water

...what do I do with the teabag ? I'm not a regular tea drinker, but when I do, the question is always there after the tea has steeped: I've got a used teabag...now what?The Primula mug's "tea bag buddy" --a flexible covering for the mug-- answers that question forever while serving triple duty:(1) <hl> It holds on to your tea bag while the hot water works its magic on the tea.(2) <hl> It retains the water's warmth by covering the mug as the tea brews.(3) When your tea is ready, invert the cover, what was a raised top now becomes a convenient holder for the spent tea bag. Because the mug's double walls are crystal clear, you can see how strong your brew is becoming, and stop when it's right for you. Because of the double walls, it the mug never gets too hot to handle, making it gentle on your hands and the surfaces where it rests. The mug has a wide opening, so you get a large serving of the aroma coming from your beverage. I expect I'll be using this for other hot beverages too. Nice mug!

...what do I do with the teabag ?I'm not a regular tea drinker, but when I do, the question is always there after the tea has steeped: I've got a used teabag...now what?The Primula mug's "tea bag buddy" --a flexible covering for the mug-- answers that question forever while serving triple duty:(1) It holds on to your tea bag while the <hl> hot water <hl> works its magic on the tea.(2) It retains the water's warmth by covering the mug as the tea brews.(3) When your tea is ready, invert the cover, what was a raised top now becomes a convenient holder for the spent tea bag.Because the mug's double walls are crystal clear, you can see how strong your brew is becoming, and stop when it's right for you. Because of the double walls, it the mug never gets too hot to handle, making it gentle on your hands and the surfaces where it rests.The mug has a wide opening, so you get a large serving of the aroma coming from your beverage. I expect I'll be using this for other hot beverages too.Nice mug!


Question: What concerned the reviewer prior to purchasing based on previous reviews?

I received my desk recently and am pretty pleased with it so far. The real reason I am mainly reviewing this item is because I had read reviews prior to purchasing it where seemingly a lot of customers received the desk in a somewhat damaged condition...I am happy to report that I received the desk in perfect new condition, with no dings or scratches. I am very mechanically challenged and even I could assemble this desk in just under 30 minutes, super easily...Amazon is a very prompt shipper and this desk probably took a day longer than what I had expected, but that was no big deal and it is just as likely that this desk did not really take long.....is just that most Amazon orders ship really really fast.I would totally recommend this desk to a friend who wanted an inexpensive, very attractive desk without all the bells and whistles that tend to take up more space...A very nice buy overall

Answer: a lot of customers received the desk in a somewhat damaged condition

I received my desk recently and am pretty pleased with it so far. <hl> The real reason I am mainly reviewing this item is because I had read reviews prior to purchasing it where seemingly a lot of customers received the desk in a somewhat damaged condition ...I am happy to report that I received the desk in perfect new condition, with no dings or scratches. <hl> I am very mechanically challenged and even I could assemble this desk in just under 30 minutes, super easily... Amazon is a very prompt shipper and this desk probably took a day longer than what I had expected, but that was no big deal and it is just as likely that this desk did not really take long.....is just that most Amazon orders ship really really fast. I would totally recommend this desk to a friend who wanted an inexpensive, very attractive desk without all the bells and whistles that tend to take up more space... A very nice buy overall

I received my desk recently and am pretty pleased with it so far. The real reason I am mainly reviewing this item is because I had read reviews prior to purchasing it where seemingly <hl> a lot of customers received the desk in a somewhat damaged condition <hl>...I am happy to report that I received the desk in perfect new condition, with no dings or scratches. I am very mechanically challenged and even I could assemble this desk in just under 30 minutes, super easily...Amazon is a very prompt shipper and this desk probably took a day longer than what I had expected, but that was no big deal and it is just as likely that this desk did not really take long.....is just that most Amazon orders ship really really fast.I would totally recommend this desk to a friend who wanted an inexpensive, very attractive desk without all the bells and whistles that tend to take up more space...A very nice buy overall

The real reason I am mainly reviewing this item is because I had read reviews prior to purchasing it where seemingly <hl> a lot of customers received the desk in a somewhat damaged condition <hl> ...I am happy to report that I received the desk in perfect new condition, with no dings or scratches.


Question: Where was the ash located?

Look, to tone down those who say that the bag is not HEPA, 'reality check' nowhere on the bag does it say HEPA. I have used these bags and for the price they are great. As one reviewer states "It's good to have inexpensive cloth instead of the paper" AMEN. I just finished using my almost new Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140-900 (on sale $59 excellent value)to clean the fine remaining ash in my fireplace, my previous bag would have allowed the fine particles to escape... this bag did not - Kudos! For the money, Highly Recommended.

Answer: fireplace

Look, to tone down those who say that the bag is not HEPA, 'reality check' nowhere on the bag does it say HEPA. I have used these bags and for the price they are great. As one reviewer states "It's good to have inexpensive cloth instead of the paper" AMEN. <hl> I just finished using my almost new Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140-900 (on sale $59 excellent value)to clean the fine remaining ash in my fireplace , my previous bag would have allowed the fine particles to escape... this bag did not - Kudos! <hl> For the money, Highly Recommended.

Look, to tone down those who say that the bag is not HEPA, 'reality check' nowhere on the bag does it say HEPA. I have used these bags and for the price they are great. As one reviewer states "It's good to have inexpensive cloth instead of the paper" AMEN. I just finished using my almost new Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140-900 (on sale $59 excellent value)to clean the fine remaining ash in my <hl> fireplace <hl>, my previous bag would have allowed the fine particles to escape... this bag did not - Kudos! For the money, Highly Recommended.

I just finished using my almost new Hoover Tempo Widepath U5140-900 (on sale $59 excellent value)to clean the fine remaining ash in my <hl> fireplace <hl> , my previous bag would have allowed the fine particles to escape... this bag did not - Kudos!


Question: What is one benefit to non locking legs?

This set of 3 stackable cooling racks seems to be well made, with one caveat. I was a little surprised that the legs don't lock into place (at least not that I can find), so you'll have to use both hands to hold the legs in place while sitting the cooling racks on the counter or stacking them onto each other. Otherwise they tend to collapse, potentially dumping your baked goods into the floor. The folding legs are nice when it comes to storing them, since they take up less space, but there really needs to be a way to lock them into place during use.

Answer: they take up less space

This set of 3 stackable cooling racks seems to be well made, with one caveat. I was a little surprised that the legs don't lock into place (at least not that I can find), so you'll have to use both hands to hold the legs in place while sitting the cooling racks on the counter or stacking them onto each other. Otherwise they tend to collapse, potentially dumping your baked goods into the floor. <hl> The folding legs are nice when it comes to storing them, since they take up less space , but there really needs to be a way to lock them into place during use. <hl>

This set of 3 stackable cooling racks seems to be well made, with one caveat. I was a little surprised that the legs don't lock into place (at least not that I can find), so you'll have to use both hands to hold the legs in place while sitting the cooling racks on the counter or stacking them onto each other. Otherwise they tend to collapse, potentially dumping your baked goods into the floor. The folding legs are nice when it comes to storing them, since <hl> they take up less space <hl>, but there really needs to be a way to lock them into place during use.

The folding legs are nice when it comes to storing them, since <hl> they take up less space <hl> , but there really needs to be a way to lock them into place during use.


Question: What is the noise level generated by the product?

I purchased one of these two years ago then a 2nd unit last year. They are heavy little units but work exceptionally well for back-up heat or when you don't want to run the central unit. Whisper quiet, they are able to heat an average size room to the point of discomfort within a short period of time. Great price, solid construction, durable and quiet. Totally pleased by this purchase...just keep in mind, we are in the sunshine state so heat isn't as burdened as it would be up north.

Answer: Whisper quiet

I purchased one of these two years ago then a 2nd unit last year. They are heavy little units but work exceptionally well for back-up heat or when you don't want to run the central unit. <hl> Whisper quiet , they are able to heat an average size room to the point of discomfort within a short period of time. <hl> Great price, solid construction, durable and quiet. Totally pleased by this purchase...just keep in mind, we are in the sunshine state so heat isn't as burdened as it would be up north.

I purchased one of these two years ago then a 2nd unit last year. They are heavy little units but work exceptionally well for back-up heat or when you don't want to run the central unit. <hl> Whisper quiet <hl>, they are able to heat an average size room to the point of discomfort within a short period of time. Great price, solid construction, durable and quiet. Totally pleased by this purchase...just keep in mind, we are in the sunshine state so heat isn't as burdened as it would be up north.

<hl> Whisper quiet <hl> , they are able to heat an average size room to the point of discomfort within a short period of time.