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Replacement Filter for Moen Filter Faucets

Replacement Filter for Moen Filter Faucets
  • Fits model series F7400, F87400, F87200

have been using these filters for years. they eliminate impurities in the water as well as any odors from city water

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I bought this because Lowe''s doesn''t carry them any more and this is the newer version of the original and it works just fine.

24 Oz. Sprayer Bottles Save 51% Off

24 Oz. Sprayer Bottles, Pack Of 3These spray bottles are nice and were shipped quickly, but please be aware that the bottles have a "stream" style and not a "spray" style. There''s no adjustment on the nozzle for a more fine, wide spray from the bottle, only a straight stream spray.

I am using them, but the top part pops off really easy and that gets irritating in a hurry. I have some old ones that I have had for decades that are much better and a much better value. Darn. Well I tried them.

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I filled one of these with some cleaning solution and water and started spraying the top popped off within the first 5 sprays and had broken off from the spray tube in the bottle pretty much useless now. So glad I bought 3 of these.

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These bottles work great. The plastic is sturdy and the spray is easy to adjust. Permanent marker stays on the outside of the bottle for your marking what''s inside

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Hey guys! I had previously did a review on these spray bottles, but I really felt the need to change it bc things have changed drastically... for the better.

One: Yes, I got the exact same bottles in the photos with no problem with shipping. At first I only got the fine mist and couldn''t get it to stream... but a friend of mine came in and showed me where I was wrong (just twist the nozzle almost all the way out... I did that before, but not as far as I should''ve to make it stream). So yes, it does spray and stream, which is exactly what I wanted. And it didn''t break AT ALL while under heavy use yesterday with Clorox Beach mixed with water in the bottle. It also never leaked. So these spray bottles are PERFECT!

Original Review:

Ok, so I read the reviews... I received my package in good time, they were packed fine and I got exactly what is in the photos. Now one reviewer claimed that it only streams and doesn''t spray... yet mine only sprays and doesn''t stream. I''m actually quite disappointed in that bc I needed the stream function as well. The spray is a very fine mist. Maybe they are shipping out different bottles or we are getting defected spray bottles. I''m not going to send mine back unless it breaks in the first few days. Though they seem sturdy, I tested it out with water to make sure it doesn''t leak (thankfully it doesn''t). And it seems to be working just fine for me in the first day. So I give it 3 stars bc it I needed the adjustments on the sprays, which is the biggest reason I got this (besides the price) and it didn''t have it :(

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Seventh Generation, Shower Cleaner / Sanitizer Natural Citrus Scent 32 Ounces

Seventh Generation, Shower Cleaner / Sanitizer Natural Citrus Scent 32 OuncesI''d been happy with other Seventh Generation products in past years. So when I went looking for a non-toxic solution to a mildew problem in my shower stall, I gave their Shower Cleaner a try. It did not disappoint.

For prevention of mildew, the key ingredient is hydrogen poroxide (unlike the ammonia or worse found in the toxic brands'' products.) At first, all that remains after application is a faint, pleasant citrus scent and the slight foaming of the hydrogen peroxide wherever the cleaner pools. After it dries, there''s nothing but clean surfaces and fresh air.

In high summer, before I started using this product, my shower stall had a faint, lasting mildew smell, even though it had been scrubbed to a shine. Now, using this after every shower, the air in the stall is clean; no mildew or mildew smell at all. Perfect.

The following three products:

Seventh Generation Shower Cleaner / Sanitizer Natural Citrus Scent 32 Ounces

Seventh Generation Bathroom Cleaner / Sanitizer Natural Citrus Scent 32 Ounces

Seventh Generation Kitchen Cleaner / Sanitizer Natural Citrus Scent 32 Ounces

... all have IDENTICAL ingredients in them, according to the backs of their bottles:

Hydrogen peroxide (the active stain removal agent), biodegradable surfacants (for soil removal), citrus oil (for grease removal), food-grade, non-toxic oxygen stabilizers (to help the hydrogen peroxide last longer), Water.

However all three bottles have different UPC codes, and different codes on the bottoms of their bottles. 2110-4, 2110-5, and 2110-6.

Now perhaps each product has a different concentration of each of the above in them, but that seems strange... but having three different products with identical ingredients, catering to different things is strange as well... unless they wanted to try and maximize profits. "No, no, no, that''s for the shower! No, that''s for the kitchen!" I guess "All-Purpose will clean ANYTHING and GOOD for the ENVIORNMENT" was something the marketing team didn''t want to try.

Anyway, as for the product itself, it sprays on, I see soapy cleaning bubbles, it smells nice, and wipes away clean. So it does its job. But again, I find the above mysterious.

Since these products, as of my writing, have varying stock status, some being 24 hours, others 1 to 2 weeks, you can rest assured that they''re all just the same anyway.

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It''s really nice to be able to keep my shower shiny clean without fear of toxic chemicals. This cleaner works great & I have extremely hard well water. I tried for years to keep my shower this clean with conventional chemical cleaners, but with no luck. I gave this a try & am amazed at how much better it works & I don''t even have to hold my breath while cleaning. So far I''ve been very happy with several Seventh Generation products that I''ve been useing for some time now. I ran out of window cleaner last month & used their toilet bowl cleaner diluted with water & it cleaned my many, many windows better than ever before. So good that it''s what I''ll use from now on. Wonderful products!

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I am allergic to scented products and it is difficult to find any products with no scent. This whitens my showers and leaves them looking clean. I spray it on my dry shower, smooth it on evenly with a sponge and let it dry. Its simple and effective. Seventh Generation is the only line of unscented products I''ve been able to find. I''m thankful for them.

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It doesn''t Work. I used it weekly for one month and mildew grew in the shower :0. Vinegar and water works better.

Black & Decker DLX1050 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker

Black & Decker DLX1050B 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Glass Carafe, BlackYes, I used to have to buy those overpriced, German coffee makers--but not any more. When my latest $100 coffee maker started leaking from both the underside and from the little, unreadable, glass tube on the side, I started looking around for a replacement.

I settled on this Black and Decker model because it does everything the high-priced models do, but at a quarter of the price. After three weeks, the clock still keeps excellent time, the machine still comes on when I''m sound asleep so that I wake up to coffee ready to drink. The coffee tastes very good (c''mon, drip coffee is drip coffee--and I am STILL a coffee snob) and is certainly hot enough. The coffee maker is absolutely EASY to program; each button serves but one function. Aside from the fact that it doesn''t LEAK, it seems I lose power here with disturbing regularity, so I like to be able to set the clock and the timer easily and quickly and feel assured that I''ll have coffee when I wake up.

What I don''t miss about the old coffee maker: leaks, erratic, confusing programming and multiple functions for one button, default ON for auto coffee making (and there''s no way to turn it OFF), special little (hard to find) charcoal filter gizmo, adjustable temperature settings on the hot plate, and did I mention LEAKS.

What I miss about the old coffee maker: ability to change length of time the hot plate stays hot, "CALC" calcium warning. Both of which are easy to overcome. If I want two more hours of hot plate all I do is hit the "power" button; if I want to decalcify my machine, all I have to do is run a load of vinegar through on the solstices and equinoxes.

I picked out this coffee maker because of a reasonable price and was a recommended best buy in Consumers Report magazine. I have only had a week or so and can''t address long term reliability. What it does do is NOT DRIP! It does not drip when pouring from the glass pot to the water reservoir or when pouring coffee into a cup. I do NOT have to be extra careful when pouring. It also stops the coffee flow from the filter as soon as I pull the pot out and does NOT drip on the warmer. Again, do NOT have to be extra careful here. It also does NOT leak condensation out of the water reservoir top when lifting the lid. The condensation on the reservoir lid drips back into the reservoir when the lid is lifted. The time and delay brew functions ARE easy to set and work fine. The coffee brewed fairly quickly and did not overflow the filter to allow grounds into the pot. So far, I am very happy with a product that someone spent some time making user friendly and practical. This is a well engineered inexpensive product.

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This is, far and away, the best coffee maker I''ve ever bought. My previous was a Mr. Coffee, and the caraffe dribbled everywhere almost every time. This caraffe pours perfectly every time. The controls are so intuitive, I''ve yet to pull out the instructions. It brews a full 12 cups in 10 to 15 minutes. And the coffee is sooo delicious. Don''t waste your time looking at other machines. Buy this one.

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I purchased this model over 10 years ago. It looks a lot like the new one except they have updated the lines. I just purchased the new model because after 10 years the hot pad only keeps the coffee warm and not hot but the first cup is always hot. Every feature still works on this machine except for the stop brew, to pour when brewing. That is because we removed it since we have broke several carafes over the years. I considered purchasing a fancier machine but figured why mess with a good thing. We have never had any problems. We love the timer and the coffee has always been great. I love coffee and feel like our Black & Decker has served us well and I will be sad to through it away. I know the new one will serve us equally well.

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Bought this maker to replace another one of the same that the keypad died on. We had this one for 9 months and it suddenly stopped brewing. Luckily, I had the receipt so I called Black and Decker and they told me to cut off the plug and mail it to them with a check for $7.50 and they''ll send a replacement in 2 weeks. The problem I have with this is that, it is OBVIOUSLY a manufacturing defect that caused it to die, and nothing that we did, so I have to now go 2 weeks without a coffeemaker and pay $7.50 + $2.00 to send them the plug. I feel if it is a problem that is covered under warranty, then they should pay expedited shipping to get me a replacement ASAP. The brew temperature isn''t hot enough, it''s lukewarm at best. Also, the hot pad has been rusting for a few months now. Never had THAT happen on a coffee maker before.

Brita Marina Complete Water Filtration Pitcher Save 16% Off

Brita Marina Water Filter Pitcher, WhiteI have been using Brita''s pitcher for 4-5 years and used three different types: Atlantis, slim and a classic. Initially the slim and classic had the same loose sprout problem that you would basically need two hands (one holding the lid, one holding the handle) in order to pour the water out without spilling it, the Atlantis worked flawlessly thanks to a snug-fit upper sprout (with water it would be very hard for the upper water container to fall out). Until recently I noticed that the slim pitcher had this carbon particle leaking into after filtration water problem. I''ve been following the Brita instruction for filter change since day one (immerse it in cold water for 15min and at least wait until the 3rd filtration to drink the water). Reason behind this instruction is simple, there might be loose carbon particles in the lower part of filter, so when you have water coming through it the carbon particles flow with it and stay in your filtered water compartment. However, after 2-3 filtration, the loose particles should be washed away already, and you should get clear water after that if the seal between your filter and the upper water compartment is tight. You''ll see the carbon particles floating in your upper water compartment (pre-filtered water), but those should not be leaking down to the filtered water container. I normally use a dark color mug and never even thought about this problem until one-day I started to use a white mug, I noticed my water had black particles. Tried with new filters, tried with cleaning the pitcher and mug, all failed, which lead me to think it''s the seal problem. Saw people complaining the same on Amazon reviews too, so it sounds like a design flaw.

Anyway, I started to look for upgrades. Thought about the Grand version as well as the space saver version, but they all had similar loose sprout complaints. I personally did not care about using two hands when pouring water, however, since my Atlantis worked out pretty well, it made no sense to get a different model with this problem. So far this Marina pitcher has best/consistent positive reviews as the Atlantis and Classic (which I knew work well), so I went with this one. Just got this package and got my filter prepared and water filtered. Everything worked as expected and I did notice several improvements in the design.

1. Brita apparently heard the loose sprout complaints, and this time, they used two small plastic hooks to snap upper compartment on to the lower container. The attachment is pretty tight, I tried a few times to see if I could get it off and clean the lower part for first usage, but did not want to risk breaking the hooks.

2. As one of the previous reviews said, the round bell shape of container did center the water weight better and I could pour the water out with one hand no problem, but I normally put my thumb on the lid just in case, so I can''t say if you only hold the handle and pour it, if the lid would fall out.

3. No carbon particles in my filtered water.

Enough for the pros, and here are a few cons that bring it to 4 star:

1. Unlike the Atlantis, the lid in this pitcher sits on the upper container pretty loosely. That''s why in my Pros #2, I said I used my thumb to press on it a little. But my feeling is, since the better centered geometry, it might not cause the spillage anyway.

2. the indicator is a nice plus, but the battery is non-replaceable and lasts for only 5 years according to the manual.

3. The handle is a empty tube type of deal with an open top, the bottom is not completely sealed nor open, so if you overfill the water or you faucet water goes sideways into the handle, it would slowly leaked out from the bottom of that handle onto your table or counter.

Overall, it looks like a good upgrade.

I have been a BRITA owner for years and I love the new sleek design of the BRITA Marina pitcher. I would highly recommend purchasing this product. At last a pitcher you can pour from while water is still filtering without any spillage of unfiltered to filtered water...yay

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FYI : this product is the same as the Brita Marina Complete Water Filtration Pitcher except that this is the black version.

I have not purchased a Brita pitcher in many years, but it seems like they''ve really stepped up the quality with this new design. I love the sleek, modern look. I also love that it is still the same easy "fill-er-up" pitcher I remember. The light indicating whether the filter is still good is a great addition as well. The only very small drawbacks are that the handle is not closed at the top, so there is a possiblility of getting water in there, and the lid flap does not lock in place (inconsequential as far as I can tell). Also, the battery/bulb for the filter indicator are not able to be replaced, so when they go out in 5 years, that''s it.

This product comes with the pitcher and one regular Brita filter. Because I know I can trust their filters, I am glad Brita has come out with an alternative to the classic white, boxy pitchers they started with.

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We were fed up with our last Brita pitcher. But we gave this one a try. Love everything that they fixed from the older generations.

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I was on the fence about purchasing this product after reading all the bad reviews about the lid not fitting tightly. I was pleasantly surprised to find that this

Brita has no issues with the lid what so ever. Maybe Brita improved the design, I dont know, but I am completely happy with my purchase.

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Bryant/Carrier Humidifier Water Panel P110-3545 Save 42% Off

Bryant/Carrier Humidifier Water Panel P110-3545 - 2-PkDecent price, quick shipping. I had trouble determining if this would fit in my Bryant HUMBBLFP1418. One other website suggested it would. It does.

You need a new one of these every year, and this is a good, cheap way to buy them. It''s a quick ship and they come undamaged.

One thing I would counsel you about is to notice there in the picture the red dot on one end of the filter. That red dot has to go up when the filter is installed. These filters have a clear red dot. Another brand I purchased did not, and I guess I installed it upside down and it made one heck of a mess. You want the ones with the red dot clearly marked.

One final thing: these things are a bit prickly. I don''t use gloves to install them, but I am careful. If you drop one of these on your bare leg, you''re going to cut yourself all up. Be careful.

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Great price. Not much else to say. You have to replace water panels to help your furnace and for this price, you can''s pass this up.

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Shop-Vac 8017062 Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Kit Save 15% Off

Shop-Vac 8017062 Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Kit
  • Air cleaner filter replacement kit designed for Shop-Vac Air Clean 103-00
  • Replacement cartridge and foam sleeve
  • For fine particle filtration
  • Will capture particles as small as 5 microns.
  • Keeps workshop air cleaner

It was the one for my air cleaner and easy to install and works well in my wood shop, and easy to clean.

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Filter arrived in appropriate packaging, damage free.

I find the shop-vac air cleaner to be very useful in close quarters.

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I got one kit just in case, and can recommend having one as a backup. So far, I''ve washed the original set that came in the air cleaner twice, with no noticeable breakdown of the pleated filter. The rubber gasket seems like it will last indefinitely, and there is no structural breakdown when you wash it.

Washing the filter is a bit of a mess, but obviously the low-cost option for keeping your air filter running. Keep one of these kits for the day you don''t have time or interest in washing the original one, or when you do wind up seeing the pleated filter break down.

Eventually, I would guess the pleated filter will break down, and you may also tear the foam part, so keeping a spare set handy is a good idea. I do like the 1030000 air cleaner -saves your lungs AND prevents dust from escaping if you have a basement workshop...

J-2000 Jiffy Garment Steamer Save 18% Off

J-2000 Jiffy Garment Steamer with Plastic Steam HeadI''ll make it simple: If you are looking for a home-edition garment steamer, your top 2 choices in the marketplace will likely be the Jiffy 2000 and the Rowenta 8100.

I tested both for 10 hours; on a 1 to 10 scale:

Jiffy (Looks = 6; Engineering = 10; Handling = 9; Craftsmanship = 10).

It looks like a mop bucket on wheels but it performs like a jet engine; every part of this machine from the plate at the bottom of the unit to the steam handle is built for rugged usage.

Rowenta (Looks = 10; Engineering = 5; Handling = 7; Crafsmanship = 4).

It looks like a UFO but performs like a Pinto with much less steaming power; it is built as a toddler''s toy having most parts made with inexpensive plastic including the watertank base and valve: pull the machine a single foot OR tilt it a mere 1 inch and you will experience a slow-building cascade.

Buy the Rowenta 8100 as a decorative piece to make your closet look good.

Buy the Jiffy 2000 as a garment steamer to make your clothes look good.

After borrowing a friend''s ConAir steamer, and reading numerous reviews, I purchased this Jiffy from Amazon about a month ago. The Jiffy seems to be better-built than the ConAir, and puts out more steam, more consistantly than the model I borrowed.

In the last month, I have steamed everything I can think of in my house, to see how it works. I have been pleased with this product, and here is what I have learned:

1) A steamer is not an iron. While I have read reviews of how you can press creases into clothing, I have not been successful in this (yet). I don''t really care about creases, though, and have not spent much time trying.

2) A steamer is a tool. You have to learn how to use it properly to get good results. Steaming from underneath works better than steaming downward into the right side of the fabric. Just like anyone who uses a hammer a few times is almost certainly going to hammer their finger, you will probably burn yourself while you are learning to use a steamer. When I first started using the steamer, I wanted to steam upwards, like I iron. It was counter-inuitive for me, but it works better to steam downwards.

3) Wrinkles really do fall out of fabrics, but this seems to only happen with synthetic fibers or blends with a high percentage of synthetics. If I had trouble ironing it, it will take some work to steam it. However, I always iron in more wrinkles than I take out, so for natural or difficult fabrics, I do a better job with a steamer. Fabrics that I was afraid to iron (too thin/delicate) steam beautifully.

Now, about the Jiffy J-2000 specifically:

This steamer heats up very quickly, in just two or three minutes. I like to turn it on while I decide what to wear, and by the time I get it all together, it is ready to use. The wattage (1300) is slightly higher than most personal steamer models and makes a big difference in how quickly you can finish a garment.

The steamer is very sturdily built. It uses heavy-duty plastics, and comes with a wrench (magnetically attached underneath the steamer body) to secure the parts tightly. The pole that holds the steamer head and clothing is shorter than I would personally like (and the hose is a little shorter, too) and stands about 5 feet. I could not steam all the way to the top of my curtains, while they were mounted to the wall. The water reservoir does not leak, although when you pull it out, some water does remain in the connection area, but not enough to make a mess.

The list price on amazon for the steamer was 169.99, quite a deal more than most of the other steamers listed on Amazon. I purchased mine with a special 25$ off through Amazon, so paid 145$. I think that it is worth that price. I would not pay this much for the ConAir model that I borrowed. In a year, I may think the Jiffy is worth the Amazon list price.

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After figuring out that I must be spending in excess of $1000 yearly to have my husband''s oxford shirts cleaned and pressed, I decided to cut my losses and purchase a Jiffy steamer.

I am happy with the purchase, so much so that I routinely steam garments that I would not have ironed in the past (t-shirts especially come out looking store-bought new), and it takes very little time.

I have used the steamer on prom dresses with great success.

I am able to press a knife-edged crease in dress pants of all types of material.

I think the best thing about this appliance is that I feel I am damaging our clothing LESS than if I were using an iron.

Don''t throw away your iron, however! I must still use it to finish off the collars and shoulders of my husband''s work shirts.

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Just got my steamer after a year+ hiatus since my Rowenta''s plastic head cracked off. WOW, what a difference, for almost the same price! My advice: DO NOT bother with a steamer that has a plastic head. Over time, it will melt, crack, irreparably fall off-->the end for your steamer. There were no replacement parts for my Rowenta, & its ability to remove wrinkles was underwhelming, so I just didn''t bother replacing it. The Jiffy J2000 is easier to use: The tank pulls out & replaces easily, no levers or locks to undo. The tank opening is big, no funnel needed, holds about a gallon. It heats within a minute to steaming. The metal head gets steaming hot, so you essentially have a combination of a hand-held iron and a steamer (the instructions do stress the importance of contact between the head and the fabric for best results). The handle is big and wooden, so its comfortable & cool. The unit itself is easy to roll on casters, not bulky, so it''s easy to use in my very small laundry room. Be aware that if you haven''t used a steamer before, the tubing gets very hot & may burn a little one (or you)--teach kids to stay away as soon as you get this out of the box! You will get billowing clouds of steam, & it WORKS, even on jeans! This is a very quiet unit, too, so you can steam while the kids sleep or do homework, Dad watches TV, etc. And if you want to hold your hanging garment by a corner to keep it steady or straighten it while steaming, I would strongly suggest an oven mitt, or just using a metal or wood tong to keep your hand out of the way entirely. That''s the voice of experience, having scalded my fingers a few times! DON''T touch the hot steam head & keep it & the hose away from your anatomy. No attachments come with this steamer. The instruction book shows several attachments that can be ordered thru the Jiffy website to make this a steam cleaner (bathroom, floors, etc), hat steamer, etc, as well as a garment steamer. An extended 3 YEAR warranty is also offered on top of the 1 year warranty, for $34.99 on [..]. Can''t beat this deal!

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Speed through ironing and remove all wrinkles in record time. A waste of money? You don''t need an ironing board or an iron and you''ll save a lot of time and will not damage your clothes. I bought this because ironing is tough to do unless you have a lot of patience and experience. No more shiny pants from too hot ironing. In fact it''s fun to use.

Now my confession. I took a $2000 pair of drapes, and put them in the washer (cold cycle) and then the drier (for linens). Duh! I did it because they were yellow from smoke and if I was going to spend hundreds, I would spend another $2000 if the experiment didn''t work. Hadn''t had them cleaned in five years. The drapes were clean as a whistle, but wrinkled like a prune. The Jiffy Steamer dewringled them in 20 minutes flat after they were rehung.

The unit arrived with a broken caster. One phone call to customer service and a new one arrived in three days, and they didn''t ask for the serial or model number.

Wait! There''s more. I have a DeLonghi Steam Cleaner (I give it four stars), but I decided to use the garment steamer to remove grease from my George Foreman grill. That''s because the garment cleaner head is hotter than hell on contact. It cleaned the grill fast! Encouraged, I used it to steam grease out of the oven. Worked fast! Then I used it to remove grease and old food from the rubber matts that line the sinks. Within a few seconds it actually boiled the residual water that lay in the sink! I took a tea bag and made tea with the boiled! OK. Now I''m lying.

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Jura 13332 Impressa J5 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center

Jura 13332 Impressa J5 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center, Matte BlackI have had 3 cappuccino makers prior to the Jura J5 and have always wanted to own the Impressa J5. Well, this year I went out and got one and, as far as I''m concerned, that was my biggest mistake. It makes a good espresso, that I must say; and I love the cleaning process, but the milk steamer/frother system is definitely a design flaw. The second time I used the dual frother, the wand blew off and sprayed me with steam and milk. I called customer service and they told me that the frother needs to be properly cleaned (taking the frother nozzle off to clean it) and soaked in the cleaning solution each day after it is used. Well, I have been cleaning, soaking and rinsing that frother for several months now and it still blows off intermittently when I steam coffee, blowing milk and steam everywhere. I went to a local distributor and asked them about it and they told me that they have the same problem. Surely there has to be a better frother system for such a nice cappuccino maker?

I had a Capresso C1500 for about 6 years. It started leaking and making weak coffee. So, I got the J5 as an upgrade/replacement. I have now own the J5 for about 2 months. It is definitely an improvement over the C1500.

Pros

It makes really hot beverages

Two types of frothing method: 1. Traditional way; 2. FrothXpress way

Programmable everything (e.g. water temp, strength of coffee, amount of water..etc)

Self-rinsing before startup and before shutdown.

Convenience.

Cons

Cheap Plastic Shell (Especially for a machine costing $1800!!)

Extracting the espresso too fast. (But this is with all Super-autos)

Does not have a traditional steam wand. (the wand came with it is not really a traditional one you find with other machines)

Cleaning the wand properly after use. (You really have to soak it and make sure the little holes on the wand are clean. Or else it will not steam properly)

I think maybe because now I am a bit more experienced in making espresso and understand the details that goes into it that I find I am looking for more in a machine. Yes, this is a very good machine that produces good coffee/espresso. But now I am wanting to go a step higher and get a "God" shot of espresso. The J5 (actually all super-autos) will not give you that.

What this machine will give you is convenience. The shots are hot and are good. It will give you good froth but not the true micro-foams you find in traditional semi-auto machines. I still love the machine and feel that the espresso it produces is better than 80% of the retail coffee shops.

I would recommend this machine to people who are into coffee/espresso and knows at least that good espresso does not need to taste bitter. This machine will satisfy probably 90% of the coffee drinkers out there. For the other 10%, the coffee snobs, this machine probably will not do. It does not produce "tiger stripes" shots (at least I am not able to do it). You can not control tamping. The steam wand is not traditional and in my opinion not that powerful. Does this mean I am a coffee snob?!?

But really, I can not complain too much it is still a wonderful machine. I am starting to contemplate more of a prosumer type of espresso machine. One that is semi-automatic and you really need the end user''s experience/input to produce that "god" shot (e.g. Tiger Stripes crema). Well, I will use this until it dies. Then I will go the next step....

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Where to begin? This machine can do it all, from a strong shot of espresso to a flawless cappuccino, all in under minute. If you can tie your shoes, you can use one of these machines.

I looked in to this machine after using an older Capresso model at a friend''s house. I was always impressed by how easily and quickly he could make a variety of drinks for guests, not to mention the quality of their appearance and flavor.

This machine comes with two different frothing systems, one is a more traditional bullet style frother, while the other can automatically steam or froth milk. This is where the J5 really shines. In no time you can froth yourself milk that would make the most seasoned barista jealous, and then push a single button to instantly brew piping hot coffee.

The machine starts with whole beans of your choosing and grinds them just for the drink you are making. This ensures that you''ll get the freshest tasting coffee cup after cup.

What I like most about this machine though is the variety of drinks it can make. If you have a guest over who isn''t a big coffee drinker you can use the machine to make instant hot water for tea, or my favorite trick: run chocolate milk through the steamer for instant hot chocolate. Of course for the rest of us, the pressure brewing system in this machine will allow you to say goodbye to expensive coffee drinks, and become your own favorite barista.

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We have had several of the Jura-Capresso machines. We currently have the Impress J5.

We love the coffee and lattes it makes but there is one very annoying and potentially dangerous issue.

The frothing tip on the machine flies off intermittently and sprays hot milk on us and all

over the cabinets and floor. We make a point of blowing steam through the tip for about 30 seconds

after we make each latte to make certain no milk remains in it to clog it and we also clean the

tip in solution as directed -but the problem continues. We had this issue on other Jura-Capresso

machines as well so we don''t understand why they don''t have screw on tips to easily solve this problem.

Making lattes has become a stressful event!

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This machine is utterly fantastic, period. I have wasted through endless Cuisinart Grind & Brew machines to no avail and spent way too much on Starbucks. This literally makes the perfect cup of coffee or espresso. The milk frother creates perfect cream. I set it to ''wake up'' before I do so its ready to go. Its as easy as pie to clean and the machine tells you to do everythingadd water, beans, clean out grounds, etc. Its even Energy Saver. What else could you want?

SodaStream 1 liter Carbonating Bottle 2 pack

Sodastream 1l Carbonating Bottles- BlackAs of yet, there are no alternative bottles to fit SodaStream machines, so you pay top dollar for these. However, they work great and last a long time. Each has a rubber gasket in the cap which helps keep the carbonation in.

My only complaint is that the plastic tends to absorb the taste of any soda syrups you may use, so you may want to keep the bottles that you use for making pure sparkling water separate from those that you use to make flavored soda. You could easily differentiate between the two by purchasing different colors of plastic (black, white, green, orange, gray) or metal (stainless) for each purpose.

I like to keep these bottle clean...So, once I make a bottle of soda, I pour the soda into an airtight plastic jug or container...and immediately flush out the carbonating bottle and let it air dry. As the instructions say...Do NOT clean these in a dishwasher..no matter how low the heat setting is. And, again per the instructions, NEVER carbonate anything but water...Anything else (soda mix, crystal lite, ice tea) will cause the bottle to back-flush on you while you are carbonating...possibly causing the bottle to burst or leak or fail or spray like a fire hose...I decided to "test" the instructions in this regard and learned the hard way

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These extra bottles come in handy. I love my SodaStream and use it all the time. My only wish is that the bottles were dishwasher safe. I tried running them through without with the high temp wash or heat dry and they still melted. Also, I wouldn''t purchase the flavored mixes unless you are a fan of generic/store brand colas and such.

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Great sturdy bottles and they arrived very quickly. Am please with the purchase and even happier to no longer lug home the multiple cans of seltzer we bought week after week for years.

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Some of these negative reviews surprise me. For the people having trouble with them melting...the warning NOT to put them in hot water or a dishwasher is in at least 3 places on the starter pack, on the packaging of the extra bottles, and printed on the bottle itself. I think it''s unfair to give a low review b/c it''s not dishwasher safe especially since there are dishwasher safe bottles available for a few more dollars. There are also .5L bottles available for the people that said 1L is too much or goes flat.

We have a total of 4 bottles and they get used every day (I love seltzer water!). They show no wear and tear. Even the printing on the bottle is still 100% intact.

If you are having trouble with the taste or scent of soda staying in the bottle, try soaking them in baking soda. When I''m done with a bottle I mix about a teaspoon of baking soda with a cup of lukewarm water then pour it into the bottle and fill it all the way up. Shake or swirl and let it sit. I usually leave it at least an hour but I''ve never tested how long it takes to smell clean. But it works every time. My mom used to do this for stinky baby bottles!!