Question: What kind of texture do the sheets have?

The sheets in my house must be comfortable and easily changed. I hate sheets that require a lot of muscle to get around mattress corners. These sheets while they fit well and snugly have the deep corners that mattresses today require for ease of bed making. What I found interesting was that the sheets almost have the texture of very fine suede like material while being a cotton sheet.This means the color looks richer also. I prefer these to my Egyptian cotton sheets. I have many large dogs and one occasionally puts a paw or two on the bed in the morning and one will sneak into it if given the opportunity. These sheets hold up to the claws unlike the Egyptian cotton yet seem just as soft.They wash up well too and stay soft.

Answer: very fine suede

The sheets in my house must be comfortable and easily changed. I hate sheets that require a lot of muscle to get around mattress corners. These sheets while they fit well and snugly have the deep corners that mattresses today require for ease of bed making. <hl> What I found interesting was that the sheets almost have the texture of very fine suede like material while being a cotton sheet. <hl> This means the color looks richer also. I prefer these to my Egyptian cotton sheets. I have many large dogs and one occasionally puts a paw or two on the bed in the morning and one will sneak into it if given the opportunity. These sheets hold up to the claws unlike the Egyptian cotton yet seem just as soft. They wash up well too and stay soft.

The sheets in my house must be comfortable and easily changed. I hate sheets that require a lot of muscle to get around mattress corners. These sheets while they fit well and snugly have the deep corners that mattresses today require for ease of bed making. What I found interesting was that the sheets almost have the texture of <hl> very fine suede <hl> like material while being a cotton sheet.This means the color looks richer also. I prefer these to my Egyptian cotton sheets. I have many large dogs and one occasionally puts a paw or two on the bed in the morning and one will sneak into it if given the opportunity. These sheets hold up to the claws unlike the Egyptian cotton yet seem just as soft.They wash up well too and stay soft.


Question: What other food did the author try to grate besides cheese

I love Microplane products but this one is terrible. It is difficult to grate cheese; had to apply a lot of pressure and as a result the cheese got warm in my hand and became soft and mushy. I also tired to slice potatoes on the microplane side and this is probably worse than the cheese grating side. The potato went through the blade fine but got stuck on the black plastic that hold the blade in place. If you're looking for that all in one item, this just isn't it. I returned it and splurged on the WMF grater.

Answer: potatoes

I love Microplane products but this one is terrible. It is difficult to grate cheese; had to apply a lot of pressure and as a result the cheese got warm in my hand and became soft and mushy. <hl> I also tired to slice potatoes on the microplane side and this is probably worse than the cheese grating side. <hl> The potato went through the blade fine but got stuck on the black plastic that hold the blade in place. If you're looking for that all in one item, this just isn't it. I returned it and splurged on the WMF grater.

I love Microplane products but this one is terrible. It is difficult to grate cheese; had to apply a lot of pressure and as a result the cheese got warm in my hand and became soft and mushy. I also tired to slice <hl> potatoes <hl> on the microplane side and this is probably worse than the cheese grating side. The potato went through the blade fine but got stuck on the black plastic that hold the blade in place. If you're looking for that all in one item, this just isn't it. I returned it and splurged on the WMF grater.


Question: How long has it been since the purchase was made?

I love my Le Parfait jars. It's now been almost 15 years that I purchased my first two (a 2 and a 3 litre that I store sugar and flour in) and I was looking for slightly smaller decorative jars to store some coffee and powdered cocoa in. These fit the bill perfectly. They're decorative for the counter. Easy to use on a daily basis. And if you live in an old house and just cannot get rid of those pantry moths no matter what you try - these are impervious to the moths finding a way in (thus the successful storage of the flour and sugar). Totally worth the investment and with Prime, the free shipping is great!

Answer: almost 15 years

I love my Le Parfait jars. <hl> It's now been almost 15 years that I purchased my first two (a 2 and a 3 litre that I store sugar and flour in) and I was looking for slightly smaller decorative jars to store some coffee and powdered cocoa in. <hl> These fit the bill perfectly. They're decorative for the counter. Easy to use on a daily basis. And if you live in an old house and just cannot get rid of those pantry moths no matter what you try - these are impervious to the moths finding a way in (thus the successful storage of the flour and sugar). Totally worth the investment and with Prime, the free shipping is great!

I love my Le Parfait jars. It's now been <hl> almost 15 years <hl> that I purchased my first two (a 2 and a 3 litre that I store sugar and flour in) and I was looking for slightly smaller decorative jars to store some coffee and powdered cocoa in. These fit the bill perfectly. They're decorative for the counter. Easy to use on a daily basis. And if you live in an old house and just cannot get rid of those pantry moths no matter what you try - these are impervious to the moths finding a way in (thus the successful storage of the flour and sugar). Totally worth the investment and with Prime, the free shipping is great!


Question: do they hold wet towels well?

These are really good hooks, but not nearly as strong as the original suction hooks that came out years ago. That being said, the bathroom in our new house has nowhere to hang towels near the shower door since the entire enclosure is glass. We have four of these stuck directly to the shower glass and they hold wet towels easily and rarely fall off. You have to be sure to affirmatively engage the suction cup directly to the surface before you lock the hook down. I am pleased enough with these because it's hard to find a clear plastic suction hook that actually sticks and these have been better than any others I have found.

Answer: easily

These are really good hooks, but not nearly as strong as the original suction hooks that came out years ago. That being said, the bathroom in our new house has nowhere to hang towels near the shower door since the entire enclosure is glass. <hl> We have four of these stuck directly to the shower glass and they hold wet towels easily and rarely fall off. <hl> You have to be sure to affirmatively engage the suction cup directly to the surface before you lock the hook down. I am pleased enough with these because it's hard to find a clear plastic suction hook that actually sticks and these have been better than any others I have found.

These are really good hooks, but not nearly as strong as the original suction hooks that came out years ago. That being said, the bathroom in our new house has nowhere to hang towels near the shower door since the entire enclosure is glass. We have four of these stuck directly to the shower glass and they hold wet towels <hl> easily <hl> and rarely fall off. You have to be sure to affirmatively engage the suction cup directly to the surface before you lock the hook down. I am pleased enough with these because it's hard to find a clear plastic suction hook that actually sticks and these have been better than any others I have found.


Question: What does this product have that allows it to detect perfume?

The product works really well, its very sensitive. It sense smell and particles. it has an area for smell and particles and it monitors the air and turns up and down as needed. I put on perfume by it and the smell sensor goes way up and it cranks up, the dogs run by it and the particle indicator goes up and it turns on. you can also set it on manual but its cool. the thingi really liked about it is the rest all have like $100 a year in filters you have to buy and this has washable filters even for the hepa.I think it has helped a lot, i have 5 dogs inside and it has significantly improved the smell of my house

Answer: smell sensor

The product works really well, its very sensitive. It sense smell and particles. it has an area for smell and particles and it monitors the air and turns up and down as needed. <hl> I put on perfume by it and the smell sensor goes way up and it cranks up, the dogs run by it and the particle indicator goes up and it turns on. <hl> you can also set it on manual but its cool. the thingi really liked about it is the rest all have like $100 a year in filters you have to buy and this has washable filters even for the hepa. I think it has helped a lot, i have 5 dogs inside and it has significantly improved the smell of my house

The product works really well, its very sensitive. It sense smell and particles. it has an area for smell and particles and it monitors the air and turns up and down as needed. I put on perfume by it and the <hl> smell sensor <hl> goes way up and it cranks up, the dogs run by it and the particle indicator goes up and it turns on. you can also set it on manual but its cool. the thingi really liked about it is the rest all have like $100 a year in filters you have to buy and this has washable filters even for the hepa.I think it has helped a lot, i have 5 dogs inside and it has significantly improved the smell of my house


Question: What caused several bowls to break?

These are working perfectly for our needs, it is great to have a variety of bowls in different sizes on hand. There is always one the right size whether we need one egg or a tablespoon of flour or room for a double cake mix. We love having clear glass bowls because we can see what is in them from any angle. This is the fourth set of Duralex Lys bowls I've purchased for myself since 1974. I still have pieces from all the other sets but a recent Earthquake caused the shelf they were on to crash breaking several of the bowls, so we bought this set which has all the smaller bowls (our largest bowl is intact and gets used daily even though it is over 40 years old.) Anyway Duralex is my first choice for mixing and prep bowls and I intend to get sets for my children when they leave home so they won't take mine.

Answer: Earthquake

These are working perfectly for our needs, it is great to have a variety of bowls in different sizes on hand. There is always one the right size whether we need one egg or a tablespoon of flour or room for a double cake mix. We love having clear glass bowls because we can see what is in them from any angle. This is the fourth set of Duralex Lys bowls I've purchased for myself since 1974. <hl> I still have pieces from all the other sets but a recent Earthquake caused the shelf they were on to crash breaking several of the bowls, so we bought this set which has all the smaller bowls (our largest bowl is intact and gets used daily even though it is over 40 years old.) <hl> Anyway Duralex is my first choice for mixing and prep bowls and I intend to get sets for my children when they leave home so they won't take mine.

These are working perfectly for our needs, it is great to have a variety of bowls in different sizes on hand. There is always one the right size whether we need one egg or a tablespoon of flour or room for a double cake mix. We love having clear glass bowls because we can see what is in them from any angle. This is the fourth set of Duralex Lys bowls I've purchased for myself since 1974. I still have pieces from all the other sets but a recent <hl> Earthquake <hl> caused the shelf they were on to crash breaking several of the bowls, so we bought this set which has all the smaller bowls (our largest bowl is intact and gets used daily even though it is over 40 years old.) Anyway Duralex is my first choice for mixing and prep bowls and I intend to get sets for my children when they leave home so they won't take mine.


Question: How are the support rods described in terms of assembly?

After initial puzzlement I figured out how to put it together and it was not easy. I am stubborn so I got it to work. However it is much flimsier than I imagined from the photo. It was not good looking enough to put where I originally wanted it. It does not fit cleanly into a corner angle and is so light weight that a bump dislodges it. However I did have another corner in the back of the room where it could live and look ok so there it stays. I had not realized that it was only a thin wicker front. The support rods are very difficult to get together so I would never take the cloth bag out because of its snug fit which is what actually holds everything together. I will use it but I do not recommend that anyone else purchase it. Use your $ to put toward some other basket type or the mesh fold-ups.

Answer: very difficult to get together

After initial puzzlement I figured out how to put it together and it was not easy. I am stubborn so I got it to work. However it is much flimsier than I imagined from the photo. It was not good looking enough to put where I originally wanted it. It does not fit cleanly into a corner angle and is so light weight that a bump dislodges it. However I did have another corner in the back of the room where it could live and look ok so there it stays. I had not realized that it was only a thin wicker front. <hl> The support rods are very difficult to get together so I would never take the cloth bag out because of its snug fit which is what actually holds everything together. <hl> I will use it but I do not recommend that anyone else purchase it. Use your $ to put toward some other basket type or the mesh fold-ups.

After initial puzzlement I figured out how to put it together and it was not easy. I am stubborn so I got it to work. However it is much flimsier than I imagined from the photo. It was not good looking enough to put where I originally wanted it. It does not fit cleanly into a corner angle and is so light weight that a bump dislodges it. However I did have another corner in the back of the room where it could live and look ok so there it stays. I had not realized that it was only a thin wicker front. The support rods are <hl> very difficult to get together <hl> so I would never take the cloth bag out because of its snug fit which is what actually holds everything together. I will use it but I do not recommend that anyone else purchase it. Use your $ to put toward some other basket type or the mesh fold-ups.


Question: Where was the product purchased?

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

Answer: walmart

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

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


Question: What had a bad smell?

The quit pattern and magnets are not the best but for what I was using it for it works. I added additional magnets and re-stitched the seams by hand. The mat has a bad smell out of the package. Clearly made in some factory in china. Let them air out for sure. Some of the stitches were coming out so for that reason and the smell i took a star away

Answer: The mat

The quit pattern and magnets are not the best but for what I was using it for it works. I added additional magnets and re-stitched the seams by hand. <hl> The mat has a bad smell out of the package. <hl> Clearly made in some factory in china. Let them air out for sure. Some of the stitches were coming out so for that reason and the smell i took a star away

The quit pattern and magnets are not the best but for what I was using it for it works. I added additional magnets and re-stitched the seams by hand. <hl> The mat <hl> has a bad smell out of the package. Clearly made in some factory in china. Let them air out for sure. Some of the stitches were coming out so for that reason and the smell i took a star away


Question: How many bags came with this purchase?

I've been knitting for a long time, and have amassed quite a collection of circular needles. I try to store them in their original plastic zip bags, with the correct label inside, so that I always know what size I have. But occasionally I bought custom needles that didn't come in a zip bag, or brand-name circs like the Noble Needle that came on a cardboard card (which is by now a shredded piece of paper). I purchased the 100-pack of these 4x6 zip bags to create new circ bags for those unusual ones, and to replace torn, punctured, etc., old ones on my Addi needles. These are the perfect size - just the same as the Addi bags, but thicker, so probably sturdier - and quite cost-effective. My needle storage is now beautiful and uniform! (Well, except for that massive size 19 circ, which wouldn't fit in a bag this size...)

Answer: 100-pack

I've been knitting for a long time, and have amassed quite a collection of circular needles. I try to store them in their original plastic zip bags, with the correct label inside, so that I always know what size I have. But occasionally I bought custom needles that didn't come in a zip bag, or brand-name circs like the Noble Needle that came on a cardboard card (which is by now a shredded piece of paper). <hl> I purchased the 100-pack of these 4x6 zip bags to create new circ bags for those unusual ones, and to replace torn, punctured, etc., old ones on my Addi needles. <hl> These are the perfect size - just the same as the Addi bags, but thicker, so probably sturdier - and quite cost-effective. My needle storage is now beautiful and uniform! (Well, except for that massive size 19 circ, which wouldn't fit in a bag this size...)

I've been knitting for a long time, and have amassed quite a collection of circular needles. I try to store them in their original plastic zip bags, with the correct label inside, so that I always know what size I have. But occasionally I bought custom needles that didn't come in a zip bag, or brand-name circs like the Noble Needle that came on a cardboard card (which is by now a shredded piece of paper). I purchased the <hl> 100-pack <hl> of these 4x6 zip bags to create new circ bags for those unusual ones, and to replace torn, punctured, etc., old ones on my Addi needles. These are the perfect size - just the same as the Addi bags, but thicker, so probably sturdier - and quite cost-effective. My needle storage is now beautiful and uniform! (Well, except for that massive size 19 circ, which wouldn't fit in a bag this size...)


Question: What brand did they buy?

This is a great pan! I have long preferred silicone bakeware to traditional metal because of easy release of baked goods and quick cleanup, but this was my first foray into whimsically moulded silicone pans. I had some concerns that the pan wouldn't release the cakes from the crevices (petals), but everything turned out perfectly! I am glad I bought the Freshware brand, as the pan is of very good quality (and I know my silicone bakeware), but was of the lowest price for this type of design (rose).Follow the instructions to oil the pans before first use, and you won't have any sticking issues thereafter, even without greasing.However, I do have one word of advice - and this is true for all moulded bakeware, not only silicone. Please use denser, sturdier batters. Liquidy cake batters bake too tender and crumbly to survive unmoulding, and it won't be the pan's fault if your baked goods break and crumble.

Answer: Freshware

This is a great pan! I have long preferred silicone bakeware to traditional metal because of easy release of baked goods and quick cleanup, but this was my first foray into whimsically moulded silicone pans. I had some concerns that the pan wouldn't release the cakes from the crevices (petals), but everything turned out perfectly! <hl> I am glad I bought the Freshware brand, as the pan is of very good quality (and I know my silicone bakeware), but was of the lowest price for this type of design (rose).Follow the instructions to oil the pans before first use, and you won't have any sticking issues thereafter, even without greasing. <hl> However, I do have one word of advice - and this is true for all moulded bakeware, not only silicone. Please use denser, sturdier batters. Liquidy cake batters bake too tender and crumbly to survive unmoulding, and it won't be the pan's fault if your baked goods break and crumble.

This is a great pan! I have long preferred silicone bakeware to traditional metal because of easy release of baked goods and quick cleanup, but this was my first foray into whimsically moulded silicone pans. I had some concerns that the pan wouldn't release the cakes from the crevices (petals), but everything turned out perfectly! I am glad I bought the <hl> Freshware <hl> brand, as the pan is of very good quality (and I know my silicone bakeware), but was of the lowest price for this type of design (rose).Follow the instructions to oil the pans before first use, and you won't have any sticking issues thereafter, even without greasing.However, I do have one word of advice - and this is true for all moulded bakeware, not only silicone. Please use denser, sturdier batters. Liquidy cake batters bake too tender and crumbly to survive unmoulding, and it won't be the pan's fault if your baked goods break and crumble.


Question: what is the danger with this heater?

These are great little room heaters. We actually get cold here in Hawaii when we hit the damp rainy season and this takes the chill and moisture out. I used these in the mountains of NC too (over 3000 feet)and they are great--because once you get it hot, put it on lower settings and it maintains and uses less power. (Hawaii has the highest electric bills in the USA) It is enclosed and safe too. If you have children please be careful as THEY DO GET HOT! The coils get hot to the touch, enough to burn a child. Use common sense and place away from kids. My dog never sniffed and got a burned nose, so I think pets are smart enough to not nose the coils. Good buy.

Answer: The coils get hot to the touch

These are great little room heaters. We actually get cold here in Hawaii when we hit the damp rainy season and this takes the chill and moisture out. I used these in the mountains of NC too (over 3000 feet)and they are great--because once you get it hot, put it on lower settings and it maintains and uses less power. (Hawaii has the highest electric bills in the USA) It is enclosed and safe too. <hl> If you have children please be careful as THEY DO GET HOT! The coils get hot to the touch , enough to burn a child. <hl> Use common sense and place away from kids. My dog never sniffed and got a burned nose, so I think pets are smart enough to not nose the coils. Good buy.

These are great little room heaters. We actually get cold here in Hawaii when we hit the damp rainy season and this takes the chill and moisture out. I used these in the mountains of NC too (over 3000 feet)and they are great--because once you get it hot, put it on lower settings and it maintains and uses less power. (Hawaii has the highest electric bills in the USA) It is enclosed and safe too. If you have children please be careful as THEY DO GET HOT! <hl> The coils get hot to the touch <hl>, enough to burn a child. Use common sense and place away from kids. My dog never sniffed and got a burned nose, so I think pets are smart enough to not nose the coils. Good buy.

If you have children please be careful as THEY DO GET HOT! <hl> The coils get hot to the touch <hl> , enough to burn a child.


Question: What can it heat?

I bought this heater before got a bad one and I really did not give it a chance I lived in a very drafty home. I read all the write ups about and deceiced to give it another try. I am very happy I did this one works well even in the drafty home it just takes time for this heater to heat a large area but if it is well insulated it will heat a whole two bedroom apartment I have moved from that drafty place I had two oil heaters and this iliving and a gas furnice for a week this was able to make a small room comfortable but in the insulated apartment it is amazing when it is not real cold out it heats the whole house with out the home heater I like the heat better than a gas heater it heats a 12 X 13 room very well next winter I plan to purchase another one and heat this whole apartment with two it is just too big for one when it gets down to the teens. Over all I am very pleased.

Answer: two bedroom apartment

I bought this heater before got a bad one and I really did not give it a chance I lived in a very drafty home. I read all the write ups about and deceiced to give it another try. I am very happy I did this one works well even in the drafty home it just takes time for this heater to heat a large area <hl> but if it is well insulated it will heat a whole two bedroom apartment I have moved from that drafty place I had two oil heaters and this iliving and a gas furnice for a week this was able to make a small room comfortable but in the insulated apartment it is amazing when it is not real cold out it heats the whole house with out the home heater I like the heat better than a gas heater it heats a 12 X 13 room very well next winter I plan to purchase another one and heat this whole apartment with two it is just too big for one when it gets down to the teens. <hl> Over all I am very pleased.

I bought this heater before got a bad one and I really did not give it a chance I lived in a very drafty home. I read all the write ups about and deceiced to give it another try. I am very happy I did this one works well even in the drafty home it just takes time for this heater to heat a large area but if it is well insulated it will heat a whole <hl> two bedroom apartment <hl> I have moved from that drafty place I had two oil heaters and this iliving and a gas furnice for a week this was able to make a small room comfortable but in the insulated apartment it is amazing when it is not real cold out it heats the whole house with out the home heater I like the heat better than a gas heater it heats a 12 X 13 room very well next winter I plan to purchase another one and heat this whole apartment with two it is just too big for one when it gets down to the teens. Over all I am very pleased.


Question: What was the problem with the writer's old model?

Just love the Pure Guardian, just received the H4500 it cleans the air plus keeps the humidity at a good level no noise.It doesn't last as long as they say, and it's a little heavy putting a full unit back in the wht. part,but its worth every penny. The trick to these units I found out is always empty the remaining water left in the white part, use the brush and clean the disk w/clean dry cloth each time. I'm on well water. Originally had the model H1600- It stopped working, only a little stream of mist. contacted Pure Guardian since there is a 3 yr warranty. They gave me directions on what to do to make it stream better. It did not work, they replace my smaller unit no charge, maybe because I had only owned that one for 1 year, and was able to give them a copy of my sale's slip from Lowe's, Lowe's would not do anything about it.

Answer: It stopped working, only a little stream of mist

Just love the Pure Guardian, just received the H4500 it cleans the air plus keeps the humidity at a good level no noise. It doesn't last as long as they say, and it's a little heavy putting a full unit back in the wht. part,but its worth every penny. The trick to these units I found out is always empty the remaining water left in the white part, use the brush and clean the disk w/clean dry cloth each time. I'm on well water. <hl> Originally had the model H1600- It stopped working, only a little stream of mist . <hl> contacted Pure Guardian since there is a 3 yr warranty. They gave me directions on what to do to make it stream better. It did not work, they replace my smaller unit no charge, maybe because I had only owned that one for 1 year, and was able to give them a copy of my sale's slip from Lowe's, Lowe's would not do anything about it.

Just love the Pure Guardian, just received the H4500 it cleans the air plus keeps the humidity at a good level no noise.It doesn't last as long as they say, and it's a little heavy putting a full unit back in the wht. part,but its worth every penny. The trick to these units I found out is always empty the remaining water left in the white part, use the brush and clean the disk w/clean dry cloth each time. I'm on well water. Originally had the model H1600- <hl> It stopped working, only a little stream of mist <hl>. contacted Pure Guardian since there is a 3 yr warranty. They gave me directions on what to do to make it stream better. It did not work, they replace my smaller unit no charge, maybe because I had only owned that one for 1 year, and was able to give them a copy of my sale's slip from Lowe's, Lowe's would not do anything about it.

Originally had the model H1600- <hl> It stopped working, only a little stream of mist <hl> .


Question: What is the wine chiller ideal for?

I must admit I had my doubts at first. I have used a lot of similar products in the past and have always been disappointed. This is the first wine chiller that really works! As cold as the wine is it will remain at the same constant temperature during an entire meal. So far it has passed the one hour test. The only minor difficulty in in removing the bottle from the cooling container. the chilling panel hugs the bottle so tighly it is a little difficult removing it. But it is probably because of this design that it is so effective in keeping the bottle of wine so cold. It is ideal for white wines.

Answer: white wines

It is ideal for white wines .

I must admit I had my doubts at first. I have used a lot of similar products in the past and have always been disappointed. This is the first wine chiller that really works! As cold as the wine is it will remain at the same constant temperature during an entire meal. So far it has passed the one hour test. The only minor difficulty in in removing the bottle from the cooling container. the chilling panel hugs the bottle so tighly it is a little difficult removing it. But it is probably because of this design that it is so effective in keeping the bottle of wine so cold. <hl> It is ideal for white wines . <hl>

I must admit I had my doubts at first. I have used a lot of similar products in the past and have always been disappointed. This is the first wine chiller that really works! As cold as the wine is it will remain at the same constant temperature during an entire meal. So far it has passed the one hour test. The only minor difficulty in in removing the bottle from the cooling container. the chilling panel hugs the bottle so tighly it is a little difficult removing it. But it is probably because of this design that it is so effective in keeping the bottle of wine so cold. It is ideal for <hl> white wines <hl>.


Question: What product is being discussed?

I wish the description for it was better. I wouldn't have bought if I knew more about it.There is a disk inside it (with holes). I'm still not sure why (I'll explain in a second). It's attached to a metal wire which is what one would use to fish it out of the pot or cup. The tea ball itslf comes apart at the middle. So if you put some tea in the bottom half, then put it together, the only thing the disk could pissible do is agitate the contents of the tea ball becuase once you want it out of the cup or pot, you pull on the wire and the disk goes back to the top of the ball.As others have said, the instructions are worthless. If a manufacturer introduces something new, they really should document it better so people know what the intent was.I used it twice and put it in the dishwasher twice and it has permanent marks from the tea (tea leaf stains) on it. I put it in the trash can yesterday.My advice is get the infusers that fit on top of the cup or teapot: Nothing to take apart when you're done, most are dishwasher safe, and you can get them in finer mesh so little tea leaves can't escape.

Answer: tea ball

I wish the description for it was better. I wouldn't have bought if I knew more about it. There is a disk inside it (with holes). I'm still not sure why (I'll explain in a second). It's attached to a metal wire which is what one would use to fish it out of the pot or cup. <hl> The tea ball itslf comes apart at the middle. <hl> So if you put some tea in the bottom half, then put it together, the only thing the disk could pissible do is agitate the contents of the tea ball becuase once you want it out of the cup or pot, you pull on the wire and the disk goes back to the top of the ball. As others have said, the instructions are worthless. If a manufacturer introduces something new, they really should document it better so people know what the intent was. I used it twice and put it in the dishwasher twice and it has permanent marks from the tea (tea leaf stains) on it. I put it in the trash can yesterday. My advice is get the infusers that fit on top of the cup or teapot: Nothing to take apart when you're done, most are dishwasher safe, and you can get them in finer mesh so little tea leaves can't escape.

I wish the description for it was better. I wouldn't have bought if I knew more about it.There is a disk inside it (with holes). I'm still not sure why (I'll explain in a second). It's attached to a metal wire which is what one would use to fish it out of the pot or cup. The <hl> tea ball <hl> itslf comes apart at the middle. So if you put some tea in the bottom half, then put it together, the only thing the disk could pissible do is agitate the contents of the tea ball becuase once you want it out of the cup or pot, you pull on the wire and the disk goes back to the top of the ball.As others have said, the instructions are worthless. If a manufacturer introduces something new, they really should document it better so people know what the intent was.I used it twice and put it in the dishwasher twice and it has permanent marks from the tea (tea leaf stains) on it. I put it in the trash can yesterday.My advice is get the infusers that fit on top of the cup or teapot: Nothing to take apart when you're done, most are dishwasher safe, and you can get them in finer mesh so little tea leaves can't escape.


Question: How many were slightly bent when I got them?

I bought 2 of these to help hang things higher up in our closets. In our apartment we have very high 12-14' ceilings and there are racks all the way up there. with these we are able to hang things higher and get much more space out of the closets. These are solid pieces with rounded hooks at the end. When I got the 2 they were both slightly bent and one of the hooks was bent. They are easy to bend back to the correct position so it wasn't really an issue. We keep them in the corner of the closet so they are out of the way until we need them.

Answer: both

I bought 2 of these to help hang things higher up in our closets. In our apartment we have very high 12-14' ceilings and there are racks all the way up there. with these we are able to hang things higher and get much more space out of the closets. These are solid pieces with rounded hooks at the end. <hl> When I got the 2 they were both slightly bent and one of the hooks was bent. <hl> They are easy to bend back to the correct position so it wasn't really an issue. We keep them in the corner of the closet so they are out of the way until we need them.

I bought 2 of these to help hang things higher up in our closets. In our apartment we have very high 12-14' ceilings and there are racks all the way up there. with these we are able to hang things higher and get much more space out of the closets. These are solid pieces with rounded hooks at the end. When I got the 2 they were <hl> both <hl> slightly bent and one of the hooks was bent. They are easy to bend back to the correct position so it wasn't really an issue. We keep them in the corner of the closet so they are out of the way until we need them.


Question: What size did the description say the ring was?

These rings are just what I wanted as they help the English muffin dough to rise rather than spread out, giving them the desired thickness I was trying to achieve. The description says they are 3-3/4 inch diameter, which is correct when the outside of the ring is measured. However, the inside measurement is just slightly over 3-1/2 inches, so you'll get 3-1/2 inch muffins. The rings are sturdier than I had anticipated (based on some of the reviews saying they are flimsy). The metal is thicker than cookie cutters for sure. One star removed because the connecting joint on all of the rings is not smooth and will catch on your sponge or cloth when hand washing them. Other than that, I love 'em. My recipe makes about 14 muffins so I ordered 4 packs of these!

Answer: 3-3/4 inch diameter

These rings are just what I wanted as they help the English muffin dough to rise rather than spread out, giving them the desired thickness I was trying to achieve. <hl> The description says they are 3-3/4 inch diameter , which is correct when the outside of the ring is measured. <hl> However, the inside measurement is just slightly over 3-1/2 inches, so you'll get 3-1/2 inch muffins. The rings are sturdier than I had anticipated (based on some of the reviews saying they are flimsy). The metal is thicker than cookie cutters for sure. One star removed because the connecting joint on all of the rings is not smooth and will catch on your sponge or cloth when hand washing them. Other than that, I love 'em. My recipe makes about 14 muffins so I ordered 4 packs of these!

These rings are just what I wanted as they help the English muffin dough to rise rather than spread out, giving them the desired thickness I was trying to achieve. The description says they are <hl> 3-3/4 inch diameter <hl>, which is correct when the outside of the ring is measured. However, the inside measurement is just slightly over 3-1/2 inches, so you'll get 3-1/2 inch muffins. The rings are sturdier than I had anticipated (based on some of the reviews saying they are flimsy). The metal is thicker than cookie cutters for sure. One star removed because the connecting joint on all of the rings is not smooth and will catch on your sponge or cloth when hand washing them. Other than that, I love 'em. My recipe makes about 14 muffins so I ordered 4 packs of these!

The description says they are <hl> 3-3/4 inch diameter <hl> , which is correct when the outside of the ring is measured.


Question: What kind of feet are on the bottom?

First, the positives. I like that this block is compact because I don't have a lot of counter space. I also like the rubber feet on the bottom which keep the unit from sliding around. Unfortunately that's where the good part ends.The top slot is the widest and can fit a 10" chefs knife. However, the square slot just to the right of it is a little too close, so the edge of the knife comes into contact with the plastic handle of my honing steel unless I'm super careful. Both are Wusthof so I would've expected the block to be designed to accommodate their products.The other and more important concern is that the unit does become somewhat top-heavy when loaded with knives. It is stable from being tipped over sideways, but if you accidentally knock the block with your hand it has a tendency to tip forward.From a cosmetic standpoint, there's an ugly and wide seam where the front part of the base (the part that's printed with "Wusthof" is glued to the part that holds the knives. For this price and this brand, I expected more.

Answer: rubber

First, the positives. I like that this block is compact because I don't have a lot of counter space. <hl> I also like the rubber feet on the bottom which keep the unit from sliding around. <hl> Unfortunately that's where the good part ends. The top slot is the widest and can fit a 10" chefs knife. However, the square slot just to the right of it is a little too close, so the edge of the knife comes into contact with the plastic handle of my honing steel unless I'm super careful. Both are Wusthof so I would've expected the block to be designed to accommodate their products. The other and more important concern is that the unit does become somewhat top-heavy when loaded with knives. It is stable from being tipped over sideways, but if you accidentally knock the block with your hand it has a tendency to tip forward. From a cosmetic standpoint, there's an ugly and wide seam where the front part of the base (the part that's printed with "Wusthof" is glued to the part that holds the knives. For this price and this brand, I expected more.

First, the positives. I like that this block is compact because I don't have a lot of counter space. I also like the <hl> rubber <hl> feet on the bottom which keep the unit from sliding around. Unfortunately that's where the good part ends.The top slot is the widest and can fit a 10" chefs knife. However, the square slot just to the right of it is a little too close, so the edge of the knife comes into contact with the plastic handle of my honing steel unless I'm super careful. Both are Wusthof so I would've expected the block to be designed to accommodate their products.The other and more important concern is that the unit does become somewhat top-heavy when loaded with knives. It is stable from being tipped over sideways, but if you accidentally knock the block with your hand it has a tendency to tip forward.From a cosmetic standpoint, there's an ugly and wide seam where the front part of the base (the part that's printed with "Wusthof" is glued to the part that holds the knives. For this price and this brand, I expected more.


Question: Why do I smoke if I hate the smell?

owning a bar means i have likely the worst schedule for sleeping possible. consequently i smoke before going to bed so i can sleep. my wife hates the smell of smoke almost as much as i do but as its a necessary "evil" such is life. it isn't an issue when its warm but during the winter months here in colorado we often get so cold that the windows freeze shut. no more going outside to smoke this really does what its advertized to do. no noticeable odor and it just keeps on working. noted the tip from another reviewer who made mention of placing a fabric softner sheet over the mouth end, actually a half sheet will do just fine. in doing so you greatly increase how long the smoke buddy will last as the sheet catches a lot of heavier tars exhaled instead allowing them to muck up the insides ending its usefullness sooner rather than later, and it doesn't impede airflow one bit.

Answer: so i can sleep

owning a bar means i have likely the worst schedule for sleeping possible. <hl> consequently i smoke before going to bed so i can sleep . <hl> my wife hates the smell of smoke almost as much as i do but as its a necessary "evil" such is life. it isn't an issue when its warm but during the winter months here in colorado we often get so cold that the windows freeze shut. no more going outside to smoke this really does what its advertized to do. no noticeable odor and it just keeps on working. noted the tip from another reviewer who made mention of placing a fabric softner sheet over the mouth end, actually a half sheet will do just fine. in doing so you greatly increase how long the smoke buddy will last as the sheet catches a lot of heavier tars exhaled instead allowing them to muck up the insides ending its usefullness sooner rather than later, and it doesn't impede airflow one bit.

owning a bar means i have likely the worst schedule for sleeping possible. consequently i smoke before going to bed <hl> so i can sleep <hl>. my wife hates the smell of smoke almost as much as i do but as its a necessary "evil" such is life. it isn't an issue when its warm but during the winter months here in colorado we often get so cold that the windows freeze shut. no more going outside to smoke this really does what its advertized to do. no noticeable odor and it just keeps on working. noted the tip from another reviewer who made mention of placing a fabric softner sheet over the mouth end, actually a half sheet will do just fine. in doing so you greatly increase how long the smoke buddy will last as the sheet catches a lot of heavier tars exhaled instead allowing them to muck up the insides ending its usefullness sooner rather than later, and it doesn't impede airflow one bit.

consequently i smoke before going to bed <hl> so i can sleep <hl> .


Question: Why does the reviewer like the weight?

I love this heater as it can fit in any corner of the house and do the job of keeping it warm. The colour is great as it blends into any colour scheme and the weigh is great as it can easily be lifted. This is the best lil heater ever as it is also quiet and the light on top lets you know that it is plugged in or 'on'. The heater also acts as a fan wow! It can blow cool air as well as hot air. It has many adjustment speeds to suit your preference. And it really does not look like the traditional heater. The shipment speed was great from amazon and love this. Would highly recommend this item.

Answer: it can easily be lifted

I love this heater as it can fit in any corner of the house and do the job of keeping it warm. <hl> The colour is great as it blends into any colour scheme and the weigh is great as it can easily be lifted . <hl> This is the best lil heater ever as it is also quiet and the light on top lets you know that it is plugged in or 'on'. The heater also acts as a fan wow! It can blow cool air as well as hot air. It has many adjustment speeds to suit your preference. And it really does not look like the traditional heater. The shipment speed was great from amazon and love this. Would highly recommend this item.

I love this heater as it can fit in any corner of the house and do the job of keeping it warm. The colour is great as it blends into any colour scheme and the weigh is great as <hl> it can easily be lifted <hl>. This is the best lil heater ever as it is also quiet and the light on top lets you know that it is plugged in or 'on'. The heater also acts as a fan wow! It can blow cool air as well as hot air. It has many adjustment speeds to suit your preference. And it really does not look like the traditional heater. The shipment speed was great from amazon and love this. Would highly recommend this item.

The colour is great as it blends into any colour scheme and the weigh is great as <hl> it can easily be lifted <hl> .


Question: What aspect of the product was first dismissed but later recognized as valuable?

Purchased it based on the Cooks Illustrated Kitchen testing lab! OMG, everything they said and MORE!!! this specific 3 speed blender does it all. AND the storage bag which I kinda dismissed is actually awesome!! This seller didn't pkg it that great, but, honestly it arrived unscathed and not even a package dent. I will order again from them.

Answer: the storage bag

Purchased it based on the Cooks Illustrated Kitchen testing lab! OMG, everything they said and MORE!!! this specific 3 speed blender does it all. <hl> AND the storage bag which I kinda dismissed is actually awesome!! <hl> This seller didn't pkg it that great, but, honestly it arrived unscathed and not even a package dent. I will order again from them.

Purchased it based on the Cooks Illustrated Kitchen testing lab! OMG, everything they said and MORE!!! this specific 3 speed blender does it all. AND <hl> the storage bag <hl> which I kinda dismissed is actually awesome!! This seller didn't pkg it that great, but, honestly it arrived unscathed and not even a package dent. I will order again from them.


Question: At what temperature does the heater become not effective for a two bedroom apartment?

Answer: teens

I bought this heater before got a bad one and I really did not give it a chance I lived in a very drafty home. I read all the write ups about and deceiced to give it another try. I am very happy I did this one works well even in the drafty home it just takes time for this heater to heat a large area <hl> but if it is well insulated it will heat a whole two bedroom apartment I have moved from that drafty place I had two oil heaters and this iliving and a gas furnice for a week this was able to make a small room comfortable but in the insulated apartment it is amazing when it is not real cold out it heats the whole house with out the home heater I like the heat better than a gas heater it heats a 12 X 13 room very well next winter I plan to purchase another one and heat this whole apartment with two it is just too big for one when it gets down to the teens . <hl> Over all I am very pleased.

I bought this heater before got a bad one and I really did not give it a chance I lived in a very drafty home. I read all the write ups about and deceiced to give it another try. I am very happy I did this one works well even in the drafty home it just takes time for this heater to heat a large area but if it is well insulated it will heat a whole two bedroom apartment I have moved from that drafty place I had two oil heaters and this iliving and a gas furnice for a week this was able to make a small room comfortable but in the insulated apartment it is amazing when it is not real cold out it heats the whole house with out the home heater I like the heat better than a gas heater it heats a 12 X 13 room very well next winter I plan to purchase another one and heat this whole apartment with two it is just too big for one when it gets down to the <hl> teens <hl>. Over all I am very pleased.

but if it is well insulated it will heat a whole two bedroom apartment I have moved from that drafty place I had two oil heaters and this iliving and a gas furnice for a week this was able to make a small room comfortable but in the insulated apartment it is amazing when it is not real cold out it heats the whole house with out the home heater I like the heat better than a gas heater it heats a 12 X 13 room very well next winter I plan to purchase another one and heat this whole apartment with two it is just too big for one when it gets down to the <hl> teens <hl> .


Question: What kind of milk will they use it for?

I bought this to replace an old strainer I had used for years that had belonged to my Mother. This OXO strainer was the closest I could find to what I had been using. It seems very well made and the mesh is secure in the handle and does not push out on the sides which will keep food from catching up under the rim.This is actually nicer than I expected it to be, I like it. It will be used for straining seeds out of fresh squeezed lemon/lime juices, pulp from making almond milk, and for any of the smaller jobs that don't require a larger strainer. The little loop on the end helps this balance on bowls making it easy to pour your food without spilling. The handle has a nice grip that doesn't get hot and is easy to hold. I have no doubt that this will last for years.

Answer: almond milk

I bought this to replace an old strainer I had used for years that had belonged to my Mother. This OXO strainer was the closest I could find to what I had been using. It seems very well made and the mesh is secure in the handle and does not push out on the sides which will keep food from catching up under the rim. This is actually nicer than I expected it to be, I like it. <hl> It will be used for straining seeds out of fresh squeezed lemon/lime juices, pulp from making almond milk , and for any of the smaller jobs that don't require a larger strainer. <hl> The little loop on the end helps this balance on bowls making it easy to pour your food without spilling. The handle has a nice grip that doesn't get hot and is easy to hold. I have no doubt that this will last for years.

I bought this to replace an old strainer I had used for years that had belonged to my Mother. This OXO strainer was the closest I could find to what I had been using. It seems very well made and the mesh is secure in the handle and does not push out on the sides which will keep food from catching up under the rim.This is actually nicer than I expected it to be, I like it. It will be used for straining seeds out of fresh squeezed lemon/lime juices, pulp from making <hl> almond milk <hl>, and for any of the smaller jobs that don't require a larger strainer. The little loop on the end helps this balance on bowls making it easy to pour your food without spilling. The handle has a nice grip that doesn't get hot and is easy to hold. I have no doubt that this will last for years.

It will be used for straining seeds out of fresh squeezed lemon/lime juices, pulp from making <hl> almond milk <hl> , and for any of the smaller jobs that don't require a larger strainer.


Question: What is the product's brand?

I have a larger model of Eva-dry that I have loved. It absorbs water fast (almost too fast; I think it has quickly taken to holding less water per charge). These smaller ones seem to take forever to turn pink even with a fair amount of humidity. I'm not sure if this is good or bad, exactly. At least they are not holding less water per charge like my older, larger models seem to be doing after only a couple of years. However, one genuine complaint is that one of these slipped out of my hand less than five feet onto a relatively soft flooring (wood) and burst open. After 15 minutes of vacuumng, I'll still be cleaning the little balls up for days. It seems to me these units should be less fragile than THAT.

Answer: Eva-dry

<hl> I have a larger model of Eva-dry that I have loved. <hl> It absorbs water fast (almost too fast; I think it has quickly taken to holding less water per charge). These smaller ones seem to take forever to turn pink even with a fair amount of humidity. I'm not sure if this is good or bad, exactly. At least they are not holding less water per charge like my older, larger models seem to be doing after only a couple of years. However, one genuine complaint is that one of these slipped out of my hand less than five feet onto a relatively soft flooring (wood) and burst open. After 15 minutes of vacuumng, I'll still be cleaning the little balls up for days. It seems to me these units should be less fragile than THAT.

I have a larger model of <hl> Eva-dry <hl> that I have loved. It absorbs water fast (almost too fast; I think it has quickly taken to holding less water per charge). These smaller ones seem to take forever to turn pink even with a fair amount of humidity. I'm not sure if this is good or bad, exactly. At least they are not holding less water per charge like my older, larger models seem to be doing after only a couple of years. However, one genuine complaint is that one of these slipped out of my hand less than five feet onto a relatively soft flooring (wood) and burst open. After 15 minutes of vacuumng, I'll still be cleaning the little balls up for days. It seems to me these units should be less fragile than THAT.


Question: What was in the right place and negated using the anchors?

This double curved shower rod looks amazing. The finish appears to be a very good quality. It came with very good quality drywall anchors. I was lucky and had wood studs in just the right place so I didn't use the included hardware, but I put the anchors into my tool box for later use. The instruction sheet has two templates to help you drill all the mounting holes in the correct place. I consider myself a very handy DIY'er, however I did need to recruit an extra pair of hands just to help hold things in place during the installation.Before you install this yourself I would recommend that you temporarily install your shower curtain on the rod and hold this in place to help you install the rod in it's perfect place. I am not completely happy with the length that my shower curtain hangs in the tub now, but it's such a pain to re-install the curtain that I'll deal with it for a while.

Answer: wood studs

This double curved shower rod looks amazing. The finish appears to be a very good quality. It came with very good quality drywall anchors. <hl> I was lucky and had wood studs in just the right place so I didn't use the included hardware, but I put the anchors into my tool box for later use. <hl> The instruction sheet has two templates to help you drill all the mounting holes in the correct place. I consider myself a very handy DIY'er, however I did need to recruit an extra pair of hands just to help hold things in place during the installation. Before you install this yourself I would recommend that you temporarily install your shower curtain on the rod and hold this in place to help you install the rod in it's perfect place. I am not completely happy with the length that my shower curtain hangs in the tub now, but it's such a pain to re-install the curtain that I'll deal with it for a while.

This double curved shower rod looks amazing. The finish appears to be a very good quality. It came with very good quality drywall anchors. I was lucky and had <hl> wood studs <hl> in just the right place so I didn't use the included hardware, but I put the anchors into my tool box for later use. The instruction sheet has two templates to help you drill all the mounting holes in the correct place. I consider myself a very handy DIY'er, however I did need to recruit an extra pair of hands just to help hold things in place during the installation.Before you install this yourself I would recommend that you temporarily install your shower curtain on the rod and hold this in place to help you install the rod in it's perfect place. I am not completely happy with the length that my shower curtain hangs in the tub now, but it's such a pain to re-install the curtain that I'll deal with it for a while.


Question: How is the oven space on the toaster described?

This Toaster Oven does everything it says it does except you can prepare toast better in the toaster. The touch pad controls take a bit of time to become easy to operate because I always had dials to turn. It sticks out farther than the one that I replaced and I was surprised that the actual oven space is a lot smaller than I anticipated. It is deep but not very tall. I can't see baking a 2 - 3 pound chicken in it but I'm not going to do that anyway! It is a little pricey too but it is a good toaster oven and I will use it at least twice a day because I never use the oven on my stove. I rely on the microwave and this toaster oven.

Answer: deep but not very tall

It is deep but not very tall .

This Toaster Oven does everything it says it does except you can prepare toast better in the toaster. The touch pad controls take a bit of time to become easy to operate because I always had dials to turn. It sticks out farther than the one that I replaced and I was surprised that the actual oven space is a lot smaller than I anticipated. <hl> It is deep but not very tall . <hl> I can't see baking a 2 - 3 pound chicken in it but I'm not going to do that anyway! It is a little pricey too but it is a good toaster oven and I will use it at least twice a day because I never use the oven on my stove. I rely on the microwave and this toaster oven.

This Toaster Oven does everything it says it does except you can prepare toast better in the toaster. The touch pad controls take a bit of time to become easy to operate because I always had dials to turn. It sticks out farther than the one that I replaced and I was surprised that the actual oven space is a lot smaller than I anticipated. It is <hl> deep but not very tall <hl>. I can't see baking a 2 - 3 pound chicken in it but I'm not going to do that anyway! It is a little pricey too but it is a good toaster oven and I will use it at least twice a day because I never use the oven on my stove. I rely on the microwave and this toaster oven.

It is <hl> deep but not very tall <hl> .


Question: What is always on the wrong side of the door?

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

Answer: boxers

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

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


Question: What is the first rule?

This is a delightful kettle. I like its looks and I like its quiet whistle. My last kettle scared the dog with its shrillness. Some people have criticized how the water sputters when pouring boiling water. They've almost scalded the baby, etc. First rule with a kettle is to bring the cup to the kettle, not to carry a boiling vessel across the room, etc. Also, they must be "dumping" the water, rather than pouring. I have not had any problems and am very happy with my purchase.

Answer: to bring the cup to the kettle, not to carry a boiling vessel across the room

This is a delightful kettle. I like its looks and I like its quiet whistle. My last kettle scared the dog with its shrillness. Some people have criticized how the water sputters when pouring boiling water. They've almost scalded the baby, etc. <hl> First rule with a kettle is to bring the cup to the kettle, not to carry a boiling vessel across the room , etc. <hl> Also, they must be "dumping" the water, rather than pouring. I have not had any problems and am very happy with my purchase.

This is a delightful kettle. I like its looks and I like its quiet whistle. My last kettle scared the dog with its shrillness. Some people have criticized how the water sputters when pouring boiling water. They've almost scalded the baby, etc. First rule with a kettle is <hl> to bring the cup to the kettle, not to carry a boiling vessel across the room <hl>, etc. Also, they must be "dumping" the water, rather than pouring. I have not had any problems and am very happy with my purchase.

First rule with a kettle is <hl> to bring the cup to the kettle, not to carry a boiling vessel across the room <hl> , etc.


Question: What tool was used to put the product together?

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

Answer: a pair of pliers

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

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

It was fairly easy to put together ( <hl> a pair of pliers <hl> helped).


Question: What size protectors are being used?

I use towels above this protector and a 200 polartec blanket underneath it, right above the mattress for further protection. If there is a urine smell on the blanket then it gets washed too. The waterproof protector gets washed with the towels each time - we have 2 twin size protectors that we alternate. After about ten washes each, they seem to be holding up well. This system works for us. The Terry Cloth is a very thin layer above the waterproof layer. If you test the protector with water, the waterproof layer seems to be cold and damp. I do not know how this protector compares to the more expensive ones. Bottom line - with towels above and a blanket below this protector, the mattress stays protected. Not five stars because of the plastic type smell (probably caustic chemicals) - the smell is not noticeable when on the mattress. I guess virtually all waterproofing will have possibly toxic chemicals.

Answer: twin size

I use towels above this protector and a 200 polartec blanket underneath it, right above the mattress for further protection. If there is a urine smell on the blanket then it gets washed too. <hl> The waterproof protector gets washed with the towels each time - we have 2 twin size protectors that we alternate. <hl> After about ten washes each, they seem to be holding up well. This system works for us. The Terry Cloth is a very thin layer above the waterproof layer. If you test the protector with water, the waterproof layer seems to be cold and damp. I do not know how this protector compares to the more expensive ones. Bottom line - with towels above and a blanket below this protector, the mattress stays protected. Not five stars because of the plastic type smell (probably caustic chemicals) - the smell is not noticeable when on the mattress. I guess virtually all waterproofing will have possibly toxic chemicals.

I use towels above this protector and a 200 polartec blanket underneath it, right above the mattress for further protection. If there is a urine smell on the blanket then it gets washed too. The waterproof protector gets washed with the towels each time - we have 2 <hl> twin size <hl> protectors that we alternate. After about ten washes each, they seem to be holding up well. This system works for us. The Terry Cloth is a very thin layer above the waterproof layer. If you test the protector with water, the waterproof layer seems to be cold and damp. I do not know how this protector compares to the more expensive ones. Bottom line - with towels above and a blanket below this protector, the mattress stays protected. Not five stars because of the plastic type smell (probably caustic chemicals) - the smell is not noticeable when on the mattress. I guess virtually all waterproofing will have possibly toxic chemicals.


Question: What type of product does the person struggle with buying?

I have difficulties buying pillows. What seems so nice in the store reaches me and instantly becomes despised because it is too hard, too full, too flat...you get the picture. So, I decided to try this pillow out given the positive reviews and both my spouse and I have been engaged in convert pillow switching since it arrived. He loves harder pillows and I like soft pillows. I guess this pillow is right in the middle and seems to satisfy both of our pillow preferences. The only thing I am worried about it is going flat because it is not overly stuffed. Right now, however, it is a greatly prized find. I presently recommend it.This pillow is made in China.

Answer: pillows

I have difficulties buying pillows .

<hl> I have difficulties buying pillows . <hl> What seems so nice in the store reaches me and instantly becomes despised because it is too hard, too full, too flat...you get the picture. So, I decided to try this pillow out given the positive reviews and both my spouse and I have been engaged in convert pillow switching since it arrived. He loves harder pillows and I like soft pillows. I guess this pillow is right in the middle and seems to satisfy both of our pillow preferences. The only thing I am worried about it is going flat because it is not overly stuffed. Right now, however, it is a greatly prized find. I presently recommend it. This pillow is made in China.

I have difficulties buying <hl> pillows <hl>. What seems so nice in the store reaches me and instantly becomes despised because it is too hard, too full, too flat...you get the picture. So, I decided to try this pillow out given the positive reviews and both my spouse and I have been engaged in convert pillow switching since it arrived. He loves harder pillows and I like soft pillows. I guess this pillow is right in the middle and seems to satisfy both of our pillow preferences. The only thing I am worried about it is going flat because it is not overly stuffed. Right now, however, it is a greatly prized find. I presently recommend it.This pillow is made in China.

I have difficulties buying <hl> pillows <hl> .


Question: How well does the seal keep liquid in?

I need my water ice cold and the freezer at work is across the building. I fill this sucker up with ice and water in the morning, stick a straw in it, and the water is kept ice cold all day long. No more runing to the water cooler every time I need to fill up my glass. One time in the morning and this thing keeps me honest about the amount of water I'm drinking in a day! Took it camping once and it was nice to actually take the keg while I was swimming in the lake and the flip top prevented any splashes of lake water from getting into my drink.. plus the bottle opener! Sweet! I've tipped this thing over on my desk with the flip top sealed over the straw and only a couple drops came out, not a drop even hit my desk, only wet the sides of the lip a bit. I've also drank without a straw and the when tipped over to drink, the seal doesn't leak. Love this thing!

Answer: when tipped over to drink, the seal doesn't leak

I need my water ice cold and the freezer at work is across the building. I fill this sucker up with ice and water in the morning, stick a straw in it, and the water is kept ice cold all day long. No more runing to the water cooler every time I need to fill up my glass. One time in the morning and this thing keeps me honest about the amount of water I'm drinking in a day! Took it camping once and it was nice to actually take the keg while I was swimming in the lake and the flip top prevented any splashes of lake water from getting into my drink.. plus the bottle opener! Sweet! I've tipped this thing over on my desk with the flip top sealed over the straw and only a couple drops came out, not a drop even hit my desk, only wet the sides of the lip a bit. <hl> I've also drank without a straw and the when tipped over to drink, the seal doesn't leak . <hl> Love this thing!

I need my water ice cold and the freezer at work is across the building. I fill this sucker up with ice and water in the morning, stick a straw in it, and the water is kept ice cold all day long. No more runing to the water cooler every time I need to fill up my glass. One time in the morning and this thing keeps me honest about the amount of water I'm drinking in a day! Took it camping once and it was nice to actually take the keg while I was swimming in the lake and the flip top prevented any splashes of lake water from getting into my drink.. plus the bottle opener! Sweet! I've tipped this thing over on my desk with the flip top sealed over the straw and only a couple drops came out, not a drop even hit my desk, only wet the sides of the lip a bit. I've also drank without a straw and the <hl> when tipped over to drink, the seal doesn't leak <hl>. Love this thing!

I've also drank without a straw and the <hl> when tipped over to drink, the seal doesn't leak <hl> .


Question: What size cup do they use?

I use it with gunpowder green tea and put a thin layer of tea at the bottom of the infuser....it blossoms up almost to the top.... this works PERFECTLY for me... no tea in the cup... I use it with a large cup but you could use a lot more tea and probably use it in a kettle.I like a good strong steeped tea and let it infuse for awhile...I know, I'm weird -- totally ruined the bouquet or whatever the tea itself... but I'm not after the flavor (which is delish), I'm after the green tea caffeine ;)(and anti-oxidants, of course)The drip cap is perfect... I don't think I fully realized it included this and so that was a huge bonus... I keep meaning to try to steep twice from the same bit of tea but one cup is usually strong enough for me.I wrote the company to find out if the plastic used in this is BPA-free (friend of mine is obsessed with this) and was assured that it is free of BPA... this is a good quality product that I've used every day for 3 weeks.Highly recommended!

Answer: large

I use it with a large cup

I use it with gunpowder green tea and put a thin layer of tea at the bottom of the infuser....it blossoms up almost to the top.... this works PERFECTLY for me... no tea in the cup... <hl> I use it with a large cup <hl> but you could use a lot more tea and probably use it in a kettle. I like a good strong steeped tea and let it infuse for awhile... I know, I'm weird -- totally ruined the bouquet or whatever the tea itself... but I'm not after the flavor (which is delish), I'm after the green tea caffeine ;)(and anti-oxidants, of course)The drip cap is perfect... I don't think I fully realized it included this and so that was a huge bonus... I keep meaning to try to steep twice from the same bit of tea but one cup is usually strong enough for me. I wrote the company to find out if the plastic used in this is BPA-free (friend of mine is obsessed with this) and was assured that it is free of BPA... this is a good quality product that I've used every day for 3 weeks. Highly recommended!

I use it with gunpowder green tea and put a thin layer of tea at the bottom of the infuser....it blossoms up almost to the top.... this works PERFECTLY for me... no tea in the cup... I use it with a <hl> large <hl> cup but you could use a lot more tea and probably use it in a kettle.I like a good strong steeped tea and let it infuse for awhile...I know, I'm weird -- totally ruined the bouquet or whatever the tea itself... but I'm not after the flavor (which is delish), I'm after the green tea caffeine ;)(and anti-oxidants, of course)The drip cap is perfect... I don't think I fully realized it included this and so that was a huge bonus... I keep meaning to try to steep twice from the same bit of tea but one cup is usually strong enough for me.I wrote the company to find out if the plastic used in this is BPA-free (friend of mine is obsessed with this) and was assured that it is free of BPA... this is a good quality product that I've used every day for 3 weeks.Highly recommended!


Question: What kind of house did they purchase a second product for?

After reading several of the negative reviews, I wasn't sure if I wanted to risk purchasing the Sharp SuperSteam, but considering that the only competing option that I was looking at, was a commercial, 1/4 size convection oven, which received more negative reviews than the Sharp, so the decision on which oven to purchase was actually a no-brainer, Now that my wife and I have been using the oven for a few weeks, I can earnestly say that we are very happy with the decision. The oven is solid, great looking and cooks very well in all modes, particularly SuperSteam, which we use most of the time, for just about everything except bread, which browns better with convection.Last week, we even purchased a second SuperSteam for our vacation house.

Answer: vacation house

After reading several of the negative reviews, I wasn't sure if I wanted to risk purchasing the Sharp SuperSteam, but considering that the only competing option that I was looking at, was a commercial, 1/4 size convection oven, which received more negative reviews than the Sharp, so the decision on which oven to purchase was actually a no-brainer, Now that my wife and I have been using the oven for a few weeks, I can earnestly say that we are very happy with the decision. The oven is solid, great looking and cooks very well in all modes, particularly SuperSteam, which we use most of the time, for just about everything except bread, which browns better with convection. <hl> Last week, we even purchased a second SuperSteam for our vacation house . <hl>

After reading several of the negative reviews, I wasn't sure if I wanted to risk purchasing the Sharp SuperSteam, but considering that the only competing option that I was looking at, was a commercial, 1/4 size convection oven, which received more negative reviews than the Sharp, so the decision on which oven to purchase was actually a no-brainer, Now that my wife and I have been using the oven for a few weeks, I can earnestly say that we are very happy with the decision. The oven is solid, great looking and cooks very well in all modes, particularly SuperSteam, which we use most of the time, for just about everything except bread, which browns better with convection.Last week, we even purchased a second SuperSteam for our <hl> vacation house <hl>.

Last week, we even purchased a second SuperSteam for our <hl> vacation house <hl> .


Question: What is the problem of the item?

This steamer does a fine job of steaming vegetables and it sounds simple to use. Unfold, insert steaming tray, add vegetables. Add 3 tablespoons of water, open vent and microwave 3 minutes. That's it! Veggies come out crispy!Sounds good, right? Well is would be if it was that easy. The veggies DO come out perfect, although you may have to adjust the time depending on the power of your microwave and your desired level of doneness. For me, 3 minutes was perfect for a 900W oven. Less time is needed for a 1400W oven. The problem is that the container is VERY hot after steaming. Also, the cover is the same diameter as the bowl, making it very difficult to remove without burning yourself. The cover has a small tab protruding but it is not enough to grip when the bowl is steaming hot so you must grip the bowl and cover very tightly to open, which is near impossible when it is steaming hot.If the cover and the bowl were redesigned to make removal easier, I could give this 5 stars. But as it is, I can only rate it a 3. It works great for steaming but it is really difficult to open when hot without burning yourself.

Answer: the container is VERY hot after steaming

This steamer does a fine job of steaming vegetables and it sounds simple to use. Unfold, insert steaming tray, add vegetables. Add 3 tablespoons of water, open vent and microwave 3 minutes. That's it! Veggies come out crispy!Sounds good, right? Well is would be if it was that easy. The veggies DO come out perfect, although you may have to adjust the time depending on the power of your microwave and your desired level of doneness. For me, 3 minutes was perfect for a 900W oven. Less time is needed for a 1400W oven. <hl> The problem is that the container is VERY hot after steaming . <hl> Also, the cover is the same diameter as the bowl, making it very difficult to remove without burning yourself. The cover has a small tab protruding but it is not enough to grip when the bowl is steaming hot so you must grip the bowl and cover very tightly to open, which is near impossible when it is steaming hot. If the cover and the bowl were redesigned to make removal easier, I could give this 5 stars. But as it is, I can only rate it a 3. It works great for steaming but it is really difficult to open when hot without burning yourself.

This steamer does a fine job of steaming vegetables and it sounds simple to use. Unfold, insert steaming tray, add vegetables. Add 3 tablespoons of water, open vent and microwave 3 minutes. That's it! Veggies come out crispy!Sounds good, right? Well is would be if it was that easy. The veggies DO come out perfect, although you may have to adjust the time depending on the power of your microwave and your desired level of doneness. For me, 3 minutes was perfect for a 900W oven. Less time is needed for a 1400W oven. The problem is that <hl> the container is VERY hot after steaming <hl>. Also, the cover is the same diameter as the bowl, making it very difficult to remove without burning yourself. The cover has a small tab protruding but it is not enough to grip when the bowl is steaming hot so you must grip the bowl and cover very tightly to open, which is near impossible when it is steaming hot.If the cover and the bowl were redesigned to make removal easier, I could give this 5 stars. But as it is, I can only rate it a 3. It works great for steaming but it is really difficult to open when hot without burning yourself.

The problem is that <hl> the container is VERY hot after steaming <hl> .


Question: This flatware set contains what kind of knives?

I found this to be a very nice, fairly light set of flatware that's standard in design, enabling you mix them in with just about any existing silverware of dinnerware patterns you have.In the box you'll find four of the following: butter knives (aka dinner knife), dinner forks, salad forks, soup spoons, and tea spoons, for a total of twenty pieces. Each piece has a dotted pattern that runs up the handle, terminating at the head of the utensil. Rachel's name appears on the blade of the butter knife and the backs of the other utensils. That may be an issue for some people, but I don't mind it.While each piece of flatware is made of stainless steel and claims dishwasher safe, after about the third or fourth washing, I found a noticable bend in three out of the four larger fork prongs. The middle prongs were bent slightly forward. These were run through the normal wash cycle each time; they weren't crowded in the silverware basket; nor did the other forks from mixed sets bend. I'm curious if anyone else has run into this.

Answer: butter knives

I found this to be a very nice, fairly light set of flatware that's standard in design, enabling you mix them in with just about any existing silverware of dinnerware patterns you have. <hl> In the box you'll find four of the following: butter knives (aka dinner knife), dinner forks, salad forks, soup spoons, and tea spoons, for a total of twenty pieces. <hl> Each piece has a dotted pattern that runs up the handle, terminating at the head of the utensil. Rachel's name appears on the blade of the butter knife and the backs of the other utensils. That may be an issue for some people, but I don't mind it. While each piece of flatware is made of stainless steel and claims dishwasher safe, after about the third or fourth washing, I found a noticable bend in three out of the four larger fork prongs. The middle prongs were bent slightly forward. These were run through the normal wash cycle each time; they weren't crowded in the silverware basket; nor did the other forks from mixed sets bend. I'm curious if anyone else has run into this.

I found this to be a very nice, fairly light set of flatware that's standard in design, enabling you mix them in with just about any existing silverware of dinnerware patterns you have.In the box you'll find four of the following: <hl> butter knives <hl> (aka dinner knife), dinner forks, salad forks, soup spoons, and tea spoons, for a total of twenty pieces. Each piece has a dotted pattern that runs up the handle, terminating at the head of the utensil. Rachel's name appears on the blade of the butter knife and the backs of the other utensils. That may be an issue for some people, but I don't mind it.While each piece of flatware is made of stainless steel and claims dishwasher safe, after about the third or fourth washing, I found a noticable bend in three out of the four larger fork prongs. The middle prongs were bent slightly forward. These were run through the normal wash cycle each time; they weren't crowded in the silverware basket; nor did the other forks from mixed sets bend. I'm curious if anyone else has run into this.


Question: In what color are the smaller numbers?

I got the two cup angled measuring cup from Oxo because I'm always trying to get the right amount of water for our oatmeal when I'm still half asleep and it's a nuisance using a regular measuring cup. Knowing this was made by Oxo, I assumed everything about it would be "user friendly".The concept of the angle, and being able to see where the water is, really does work. And the handle is very comfortable to hold, but, when it comes to wanting to get 2/3 of a cup of water, the numbers are relatively small and thin and not that easy to read. The major measurements such as 1 cup is larger and thicker but the smaller ones, in red, disappoint.

Answer: red

I got the two cup angled measuring cup from Oxo because I'm always trying to get the right amount of water for our oatmeal when I'm still half asleep and it's a nuisance using a regular measuring cup. Knowing this was made by Oxo, I assumed everything about it would be "user friendly". The concept of the angle, and being able to see where the water is, really does work. And the handle is very comfortable to hold, but, when it comes to wanting to get 2/3 of a cup of water, the numbers are relatively small and thin and not that easy to read. <hl> The major measurements such as 1 cup is larger and thicker but the smaller ones, in red , disappoint. <hl>

I got the two cup angled measuring cup from Oxo because I'm always trying to get the right amount of water for our oatmeal when I'm still half asleep and it's a nuisance using a regular measuring cup. Knowing this was made by Oxo, I assumed everything about it would be "user friendly".The concept of the angle, and being able to see where the water is, really does work. And the handle is very comfortable to hold, but, when it comes to wanting to get 2/3 of a cup of water, the numbers are relatively small and thin and not that easy to read. The major measurements such as 1 cup is larger and thicker but the smaller ones, in <hl> red <hl>, disappoint.

The major measurements such as 1 cup is larger and thicker but the smaller ones, in <hl> red <hl> , disappoint.


Question: What removable part does the knife have?

Yes, it's a little flimsy, but on the whole it's been working great for us, after several months of daily use. With the benefit of the other reviews (thanks!), I knew to order the longer bread knife, and despite its shaky appearance it has been holding up very well. I love the removable crumb catcher! And for us, the slices are even and the size is fine. We purchased this to replace an old plastic model on uneven raised legs and are much happier with this design. Although it's rather long, the low profile actually makes it easier to use and less of a storage problem than our previous slicer. I'd call it a good buy.Update, about a year later: The enthusiastic slicer in our family has managed to knock off one of the plastic strips, but that's easy enough to work around so doesn't create a problem. Most of the wood strips have become detached though, so something needs to be done. My handy husband wants to reattach them with tiny nails, but my solution is just to buy another one. Well over a year's worth of solid performance doesn't seem unreasonable for $15, so although we'd be happier if it were more durable, we like the way it works otherwise and I don't see any better options so am about to just order one more.

Answer: crumb catcher!

Yes, it's a little flimsy, but on the whole it's been working great for us, after several months of daily use. With the benefit of the other reviews (thanks!), I knew to order the longer bread knife, and despite its shaky appearance it has been holding up very well. <hl> I love the removable crumb catcher! And for us, the slices are even and the size is fine. <hl> We purchased this to replace an old plastic model on uneven raised legs and are much happier with this design. Although it's rather long, the low profile actually makes it easier to use and less of a storage problem than our previous slicer. I'd call it a good buy. Update, about a year later: The enthusiastic slicer in our family has managed to knock off one of the plastic strips, but that's easy enough to work around so doesn't create a problem. Most of the wood strips have become detached though, so something needs to be done. My handy husband wants to reattach them with tiny nails, but my solution is just to buy another one. Well over a year's worth of solid performance doesn't seem unreasonable for $15, so although we'd be happier if it were more durable, we like the way it works otherwise and I don't see any better options so am about to just order one more.

Yes, it's a little flimsy, but on the whole it's been working great for us, after several months of daily use. With the benefit of the other reviews (thanks!), I knew to order the longer bread knife, and despite its shaky appearance it has been holding up very well. I love the removable <hl> crumb catcher! <hl> And for us, the slices are even and the size is fine. We purchased this to replace an old plastic model on uneven raised legs and are much happier with this design. Although it's rather long, the low profile actually makes it easier to use and less of a storage problem than our previous slicer. I'd call it a good buy.Update, about a year later: The enthusiastic slicer in our family has managed to knock off one of the plastic strips, but that's easy enough to work around so doesn't create a problem. Most of the wood strips have become detached though, so something needs to be done. My handy husband wants to reattach them with tiny nails, but my solution is just to buy another one. Well over a year's worth of solid performance doesn't seem unreasonable for $15, so although we'd be happier if it were more durable, we like the way it works otherwise and I don't see any better options so am about to just order one more.


Question: What dietary restriction does this person have?

This warmer is great for me since I keep kosher and have no other way of warming up food at work. After years of eating cold food I can finally have a warm meal at work.The unit itself is small so you can't fit too much in it, but for one persons lunch it is fine. For a unit so small though I would have expected it to warm my food quicker. I really need to put my lunch in by 9am if I want it at the right temp for lunch. This is a bit annoying because if I forget to put it in right away I am out of luck.The cord is very short so you will need an extension cord to use. You will want to be easily reached since there is no on/off so you will just have to keep unplugging it.Also the insert is metal which might sound ok but its kind of silly. It makes it too hot to remove so I sit here eating out of the entire crock pot, which just looks silly.Overall it works ok but I think you are better off getting a $10 standard 2qt crock pot, which will have a lot more options for a fraction of the price.

Answer: kosher

<hl> This warmer is great for me since I keep kosher and have no other way of warming up food at work. <hl> After years of eating cold food I can finally have a warm meal at work. The unit itself is small so you can't fit too much in it, but for one persons lunch it is fine. For a unit so small though I would have expected it to warm my food quicker. I really need to put my lunch in by 9am if I want it at the right temp for lunch. This is a bit annoying because if I forget to put it in right away I am out of luck. The cord is very short so you will need an extension cord to use. You will want to be easily reached since there is no on/off so you will just have to keep unplugging it. Also the insert is metal which might sound ok but its kind of silly. It makes it too hot to remove so I sit here eating out of the entire crock pot, which just looks silly. Overall it works ok but I think you are better off getting a $10 standard 2qt crock pot, which will have a lot more options for a fraction of the price.

This warmer is great for me since I keep <hl> kosher <hl> and have no other way of warming up food at work. After years of eating cold food I can finally have a warm meal at work.The unit itself is small so you can't fit too much in it, but for one persons lunch it is fine. For a unit so small though I would have expected it to warm my food quicker. I really need to put my lunch in by 9am if I want it at the right temp for lunch. This is a bit annoying because if I forget to put it in right away I am out of luck.The cord is very short so you will need an extension cord to use. You will want to be easily reached since there is no on/off so you will just have to keep unplugging it.Also the insert is metal which might sound ok but its kind of silly. It makes it too hot to remove so I sit here eating out of the entire crock pot, which just looks silly.Overall it works ok but I think you are better off getting a $10 standard 2qt crock pot, which will have a lot more options for a fraction of the price.