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With four beautiful colors to choose from and an easy to read display, this thermostat will help make your home not only smart but energy efficient. It’s called Farsight, and it lights up to show you the temperature, weather or time. A STYLE FOR EVERY HOME: The Nest Learning Thermostat now comes in four fantastic colors; Copper, Stainless Steel, Black, and White. Your Nest Secure can use your smart light bulbs to help get your attention in the event of an emergency; your smart washer and dryer can take the data from Nest and run the next load of laundry when energy demand is low. Nest is focused on making simple, human, delightful things. Home/Away Assist: Nest automatically turns itself down when nobody’s home to help you save energy. Farsight: When the Nest Thermostat spots you across the room, it lights up beautifully to show you the time, temperature or weather.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I began to purchase LED light bulbs as a start, new energy efficient appliances, and then September 2015 the Nest 3rd Generation was released which caught my attention. I asked my father in-law who had the Nest 2nd Generation for information and he had nothing negative to say about it so I was sold. Test your wires one more time prior to uninstalling to make sure no power is running (avoid being shocked or damaging anything). If you have children you can lock it so that a child touching it can not change or disrupt your temperature or any of your settings. Nest will remind you when you should change your air filters on your furnace because it can base it upon how many times it turns on and off. Significant drop in energy consumption can be seen on my gas bill after month 1."
"The nest was not calling for heat and temperature was dropping fast. I called the nest techs which were polite and helpful. They said my nest was wired for a heat pump which I do not have. The nest was properly wired, but when wiring was check via the wi if it said it was erroneously wired for a heat pump."
"** EDIT: I am happy to report that the Nest Thermostat now has a number of options for the Farsight feature, including to display the current room temperature, which I wanted, and to display the weather outside (downloaded from the internet), which is very cool indeed! To charge its batteries, the Nest needs a C (common) wire hooked up; otherwise it tries to charge itself whenever the heating or cooling system is running -- the only time current is passing through it. If I turn the heating system on and set the thermostat to something low, like 60 degrees, so the heat won't ever turn on, the Nest displays "60" rather than the actual temperature in the room. Why should I have to wall-mount a thermometer next to the Nest to replicate its thermometer, just because the Nest programmers won't offer the option to show the current temperature?"
With four beautiful colors to choose from and an easy to read display, this thermostat will help make your home not only smart but energy efficient. It’s called Farsight, and it lights up to show you the temperature, weather or time. A STYLE FOR EVERY HOME: The Nest Learning Thermostat now comes in four fantastic colors; Copper, Stainless Steel, Black, and White. Your Nest Secure can use your smart light bulbs to help get your attention in the event of an emergency; your smart washer and dryer can take the data from Nest and run the next load of laundry when energy demand is low. Nest is focused on making simple, human, delightful things.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I began to purchase LED light bulbs as a start, new energy efficient appliances, and then September 2015 the Nest 3rd Generation was released which caught my attention. I asked my father in-law who had the Nest 2nd Generation for information and he had nothing negative to say about it so I was sold. Test your wires one more time prior to uninstalling to make sure no power is running (avoid being shocked or damaging anything). If you have children you can lock it so that a child touching it can not change or disrupt your temperature or any of your settings. Nest will remind you when you should change your air filters on your furnace because it can base it upon how many times it turns on and off. Significant drop in energy consumption can be seen on my gas bill after month 1."
"The nest was not calling for heat and temperature was dropping fast. I called the nest techs which were polite and helpful. They said my nest was wired for a heat pump which I do not have. The nest was properly wired, but when wiring was check via the wi if it said it was erroneously wired for a heat pump."
"** EDIT: I am happy to report that the Nest Thermostat now has a number of options for the Farsight feature, including to display the current room temperature, which I wanted, and to display the weather outside (downloaded from the internet), which is very cool indeed! To charge its batteries, the Nest needs a C (common) wire hooked up; otherwise it tries to charge itself whenever the heating or cooling system is running -- the only time current is passing through it. If I turn the heating system on and set the thermostat to something low, like 60 degrees, so the heat won't ever turn on, the Nest displays "60" rather than the actual temperature in the room. Why should I have to wall-mount a thermometer next to the Nest to replicate its thermometer, just because the Nest programmers won't offer the option to show the current temperature?"
Self-regulating ceramic element. Self-regulating ceramic element; overheat protection for safety.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I bought an older house where the heat is everywhere in the house except the bedrooms. I'm going to say the bedrooms we have are around 300-350 sq. **Fact-People burn houses down in unimaginable numbers yearly because they buy these cool little heaters that aren't big enough for the area they are going to heat and so they run, and run, and run... if you have older electric wiring it's more likely to cause this than newer but it'll heat up until the house sets fire. So I stress for safety sake, get the appropriate source of heat and also get the appropriate size."
"I run this in my office all day during the winter."
"I will say we ran this thing hard and it was on a lot but at this point I do not feel safe having it in the house and the smell of burning plastic around my family doesn't bring me comfort."
"My only frustration is that temperature settings are in increments of 5 degrees which seems like a big jump."
"This baby has helped me survive this frigid season and is easy to move around to other areas of the house that need that little bit extra heat."
"If the thermostat were in 1or 2 degree increments and the thermostat controlled the temperature on low setting, I would have given it 5 stars."
"Lots of settings that make you barely warm or really hot."
"Loaded with many features that work well except on max heat, stationary or ocillating (?).."
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You can also use it as an extra remote control to turn on lights or small appliances inside your home all from the comfort of your car. Compatible with LiftMaster Security+ Garage Door Openers, Gate Operators and Commercial Door Operator.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"When my 30-year-old Multi-Code remote stopped working the opener, I replaced the battery, but that made no difference. Both arrived the same day (although, oddly, by different means), and within an hour or so I had the garage door opener working again."
"I purchased two of these garage door remotes, because we moved into a new house at the end of May and only got one remote."
"I wasted an extra $5 on a clip I really didn't need."
"Liftmaster 371LM Garage Door Opener Remote Control works as described/ advertised."
"I pushed the purple learn button on the garage door opener and the replacement remote has worked perfect since then, simple, easy."
"Bought 2 and both work great with my Craftsman opener."
"This product made it sound like the color of your learn/smart button is enough to go on when buying a garage door remote."
"I have attached a photo of my garage door opener."
Best HVAC
With four beautiful colors to choose from and an easy to read display, this thermostat will help make your home not only smart but energy efficient. It’s called Farsight, and it lights up to show you the temperature, weather or time. A STYLE FOR EVERY HOME: The Nest Learning Thermostat now comes in four fantastic colors; Copper, Stainless Steel, Black, and White. Your Nest Secure can use your smart light bulbs to help get your attention in the event of an emergency; your smart washer and dryer can take the data from Nest and run the next load of laundry when energy demand is low. Nest is focused on making simple, human, delightful things. Home/Away Assist: Nest automatically turns itself down when nobody’s home to help you save energy. Farsight: When the Nest Thermostat spots you across the room, it lights up beautifully to show you the time, temperature or weather.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I began to purchase LED light bulbs as a start, new energy efficient appliances, and then September 2015 the Nest 3rd Generation was released which caught my attention. I asked my father in-law who had the Nest 2nd Generation for information and he had nothing negative to say about it so I was sold. Test your wires one more time prior to uninstalling to make sure no power is running (avoid being shocked or damaging anything). If you have children you can lock it so that a child touching it can not change or disrupt your temperature or any of your settings. Nest will remind you when you should change your air filters on your furnace because it can base it upon how many times it turns on and off. Significant drop in energy consumption can be seen on my gas bill after month 1."
"The nest was not calling for heat and temperature was dropping fast. I called the nest techs which were polite and helpful. They said my nest was wired for a heat pump which I do not have. The nest was properly wired, but when wiring was check via the wi if it said it was erroneously wired for a heat pump."
"** EDIT: I am happy to report that the Nest Thermostat now has a number of options for the Farsight feature, including to display the current room temperature, which I wanted, and to display the weather outside (downloaded from the internet), which is very cool indeed! To charge its batteries, the Nest needs a C (common) wire hooked up; otherwise it tries to charge itself whenever the heating or cooling system is running -- the only time current is passing through it. If I turn the heating system on and set the thermostat to something low, like 60 degrees, so the heat won't ever turn on, the Nest displays "60" rather than the actual temperature in the room. Why should I have to wall-mount a thermometer next to the Nest to replicate its thermometer, just because the Nest programmers won't offer the option to show the current temperature?"
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The TaoTronics multi-function LED desk lamp lets you select from 5 light modes and 6 levels of brightness for the perfect lighting. 5 color temperatures 5 color temperatures include: 2700-3000k warm white, 3000-3500k soft white, 4000-4500k natural light, 5000-5500k daylight, and 6000-6500K cool white light. Multiple functions: memory function, 60-minute timer, night light, office desk lamp, bedroom desk lamp, and a 5V/2a ismart USB port.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"There's even a "favorite" light setting button that allows you to quickly jump back to the light setting that you prefer. The night light and timer features are a great bonus, but I don't think it will be used much compared to if I had placed it in my young son's room."
"In reality, its more like 17.6875" tall when standing completely straight from desk to very top. The lamp can easily hover over low standing 23" screens (my 23" screen is just under 16.5" in height and will work with anything right up to 17" tall."
"Finally, the nightlight option is easy to activate, is its own button, and doesn't require the lamp to be opened."
"This lamp is beautiful, minimalist, and very functional. I seriously love this lamp it has so many functions."
"You’ve truly found the hoqqly grail of desk lamps. I could go on but there’s many other reviews and even videos showing the lamps technical aspects."
"I typically leave use it on low setting, warm at night when, say, watching a movie in bed, and use my "favorite" setting (brightest, white light) when reading."
Best Ladders
The Little Giant Alta-One Model 22-Inch hinge locks and telescoping sides let you safely use the Alta-One as an adjustable extension ladder, A-frame ladder, staircase ladder, and as a trestle-and-plank scaffolding system. Rated to hold up to 250 lbs and is lightweight and portable.Triple-Locking Hinge.A-Frame max height- 9 feet;A-Frame min height-5 feet;Extension max height-19 feet;Extension min height- 11 feet;Storage height- 5'7' inches.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The model 13 is not 13 feet."
"First, standing barefoot on this is tantamount to torture. I'm not sure how they did it, but they managed to design these to be incredibly uncomfortable to bare feet. Im a tall strong guy, but even I can strain a bit when moving it around."
"It worries me that my husband will be on it and it will fall over on him, so I feel like I have to be standing there to hold it in place."
"Have several things around the house from getting in to the attic to getting into the huge tree in our front yard and this ladder checks every box I needed."
"I'm using the ladder a lot for home renovation projects that I've been doing in my new-to-me house."
"I haven't had to use it for much height so far but coming from a non ladder climbing person, I'd say that I feel safe when climbing on this one."
"We borrowed one of these to use for our stage at church which, has a 25ft celing."
"This means that if you have to fold the ladder to move it to the next location, or to manuever it through stud framing, you either have to collapse the legs or tip the ladder (awkward at best). It's not a problem if you change a light bulb once in a while or paint for a weekend every few years.... but if you are using your ladder frequently, you will use find yourself using your "old-style" ladder, as it is much more convenient. The surface of the rung that you stand on is much smaller compared to a normal ladder, which you will feel if you spend significant time on the ladder."
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Whether you're a contractor or a DIY enthusiast, the Folding Work Table by Keter provides a sturdy yet portable work space for a wide variety of projects. Count on this folding work table to provide dependable work support for everything from sanding two-by-fours to staining table legs. Keter 17182239 Folding Work Table pops up to allow for a work surface then neatly folds away when you're done. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Please see the update at the bottom of the review... I was pleased with how quickly the unit showed up (3 days) and upon unboxing and giving it a try I was very pleased overall w/ weight, setup and sturdiness. On the third use after folding the unit, grabbing the grey swivel handle and hefting back to the garage the handle broke (both swivel point) sending the, thankfully, not too heavy table crashing down on my croc-laden foot. I do think that having the adjustable leg model Keter 217679 Adjustable Leg Folding Work Table would be nicer as the table is a bit short for my liking, but that would increase setup time and while i like the clamps on this better I didn't like the fact that there is no storage for clamps. UPDATE: As expected and understandable I would need to send back which IMO is too much hassle for the issue."
"I have a Ryobi 15" compound miter saw that I use on the regular but I don't like to use it in the garage because it gets sawdust EVERYWHERE. I bought this table so that when I want to work on a project I can set my saw up on the back yard patio or in the driveway, work for a couple hours and then put my saw back on the work bench in the garage, fold this table up and store it out of the way until I need it again. It's SO SMALL when it's folded up which makes is super convenient for storing just about anywhere or transporting with ease (which is great because I don't have a pickup truck)! I also lent this to a friend to use it to build grow boxes in his backyard and he loved it!! While I imagine it would be ideal for on site remodelers or construction professionals, I am not one so I won't speak for them, but I can tell you it's PERFECT for the DIYer or hobbyist like myself who needs a work bench but doesn't have a dedicated work shop or a lot of time or money to spend on such things."
"The product arrived with bar clamps and NOT the holding and toggle clamps shown in the Amazon page pictures."
"Clamping with the slidable bar clamps is much faster than the turning of handles on the Workmate and the work is very stable... If you have something short to work on, the clamps are not moveable and you run into the issue of being able to use only one clamp or not being able to hang your wood piece over the side for cutting and drilling."
"Had this for about a month, used it three times and one of the legs snapped off!"
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Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Very happy with purchase will be perfect hight power wash my 34tt rv, which is one of the main reasons I purchased it rolls easy wheels lock firmly in place."
"The scaffold is a little wobbly when the platform is set above 5 feet, but not enough to cause a problem. I was able to assemble the scaffold by myself by standing the pieces on their sides on the floor and locking them together with the included spring bolts."
"I ordered it on a Monday and it was delivered to my door on Thursday. Easy to break down and move to other parts of the home. I was wrong, the paltform does not sag at all under my weight (195 lbs.). If the platform were at max height I could see where it may feel unstable. There was a minor problem where one leg tube was slightly crushed so the wheel would not insert. If you can't make this small of a repair, you have no business on a scaffold."
"I figured out to get the platform to the highest point was to turn it upside down, install the platform upside down and then flipped it over."
"This scaffolding is designed to be an easy to transport, easy to assemble unit for basic interior repairs or paint jobs. I thought that scaffolding could be a good idea, and a stack-able scaffolding would enable me to reach the ceiling easily. Just to be on the safe side, I started by ordering one scaffolding and a set of guard rails, with the intention to buy the second scaffolding later, after I paint the 12 ft ceiling. I hated standing on a wobbly scaffolding at 5-6 feet level, and I totally did not want to experience the same or more wobbliness when I am at 12 feet. On the positive side, wheels are large and sturdy; the scaffolding is easy to roll around when wheel locks are disengaged. In the end, this scaffolding helped me to do my paint job, but there was not a moment when I enjoyed or simply liked working on it. In contrast, if one needs a low platform (e.g., 2-3 feet) to work on relatively low (i.e., standard) ceiling (e.g., install drywall), at low height it is way less wobbly and can be used with confidence and without guardrails."
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Designed to help provide comfortable reliable worker respiratory protection against non-oil based particles.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"In terms of fit, dust leakage around the side of the mask, and durability this is a better quality filter mask than the ones I have used in the past. The springy exterior of the mask keeps the straps from pulling out, keeps the valve where it needs to be and holds the mask shape. The compliant, soft surface of the interior is perhaps the most important feature of the design both in terms of the fit and in preventing from dust from working its way around the side of the mask into your nose and mouth. With a mask without a valve my warm breath rises from the mask and fogs my glasses."
"Leaks are minimal to none and the only place the tape sits is where the mask touches the chin--not where air would be coming through anyway. (the pictures are with duct tape, but gorilla tape stays put about 10x better on the felt."
"I had read about the terrible air pollution in the big Chinese cities and my wife is very sensitive to this, so I was looking for something to help her."
"I needed something to wear when I cut the grass bc I would get so sick with other mask, this along with my 3m Virtua CCS protective eyewear works miracles for me!"
"I am allergic to mold, and that is the main reason I stock similar products around my garage and at my work bench. This item arrived with the original package (the black box shown in the product's picture) "crumbled", and it was not the cleanest one I have seen either."
"It keeps my allergies from making my life miserable for days after mowing, and in the shop I can work all year and in closed conditions without getting sinus infections and what-not."
"I didn't know that was not obvious, until I had a co worker complain of still breathing in dust and fogging up safety glasses."
"Worked well with protecting my sinuses from the ashes and dust during the californja wildfires."
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This battery is compatible with cordless tool models BDC120VA100, BDCDMT120, BDCDMT120-2, BDCDMT120F, BDCDMT120IA, BDCF20, BDH2000SL, LD3K220, LCC220, LCS120, LCS120B, LD120VA, LDX120C, LDX120PK, LDX120SB, LDX220SB, LDX220SBFC, LGC120, GLC120B, LHT210, LHT2220, LHT2220B, LLP120, LLP120B, LPHT120, LPHT120B, LPP120, LPP120B, LST220, LSW120, LSW20, LSW20B, SSL20SB, SSL20SB-2. Ideal for drilling into wood, metal plastic and all screw driving tasks.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I guess it's because after reading all the other reviews prior to buying, I'm somewhat conflicted since mostly, people either seem to love or hate this drill and I'd like to get my two cents worth in. After reading about a bazillion reviews (small exaggeration) I didn't know what to think and, I thought perhaps I could help my fellow Amazonians (is that a word?). While I am not an expert, I do build and sell hardwood furniture and am familiar with most of the tools that you would find in a working woodshop. Since Amazon has return priviliges I figured I could examine the product thoroughly upon receipt and decide for myself if it was a good buy. With its bright colors and swirly lines it looks like something Roger Rabbit would use (or, if you're in my generation; Bullwinkle). If you hear a clicking sound when tightening the chuck around a bit, then you need to adjust the ring so the screw icon is on top. Frequently, when hand-tightening the chuck, it will escape your grip (after all, we're not as strong as gorillas) and spin, burning your hand. With gloves protecting your hands, if it slips, you don't get burned and you're capable of tightening your grip and getting maximum holding power between the chuck/bit. Upon unboxing this drill at a friends house his wife thought it looked "cute" and felt it would be a good addition to their kit (they frequently go to numerous flea markets throughout Texas and carry basic tools with them). Also, even though I was wearing leather gloves, I could feel a lot of heat at the barrel (after all, these tests were done with no interruptions) and it was apparent to me that to continue, I would probably smoke the motor, which made no sense to me. Especially using a large diameter bit like the 1 3/8" comes very close to the definition of abusing your tools so, if you can avoid it, I suggest not subjecting your drill to loads such as this.. I also think that because of it's reduced weight it would be an ideal drill for a woman and I think the manufacturers did a good job of "splitting the difference" in designing a grip that is both large enough for a big man (though just barely) and small enough to be comfortable for the average woman. Caveat: As I told you earlier, one of the reasons I got this drill was because of all the contradictory reviews (it piqued my curiousity)."
"I've only used the drill setting and 10, the highest. Anything less seems to spin before the screw is flush, but perhaps that's because I'm driving 2-1/2" and 4" screws, and the lower settings may be appropriate for smaller screws."
"It has all the features of the more expensive brands I was looking at in the $100 price range such as the entry level Makita and Bosch cordless drills but at half the price. PROS: Good value at this price point and compatibility of the battery with a good selection of other affordable, readily available B&D products such as their string trimmer, hedge clippers, leaf blower, etc. This a great, small and powerful drill at the end of the day as long as your livelihood doesn't depend on it."
"A decent, powerful (for cordless) drill, handy for most household projects."
"It's super easy to use (please read the instructions), light and small enough for my hands."
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Why not get a URPOWER 5L Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier now? URPOWER 5L Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier uses mature Ultrasonic Technology with sleek body design, makes humidifier to be not only functional but also decorative. If the humidifier can’t put out mist, please try to pour out all water in the base, and refill the water tank. Specifications: Capacity: 5L. Voltage: 100-240V/50-60Hz. Power: 30W. Max Mist volume: 350ml/h. Working time: 14 -17 hours. Sleep Mode: You can choose sleep mode if you long press the power button. Short press the power button, you can choose the mist output: Low-Middle-High.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Although, this was not a ‘life or death’ situation, humidifiers are a necessary appliance and used four seasons a year where we live in the Southwest desert area. The forced hot air that heats our home causes dry itchy skin, and furthermore it gives me headaches and it contributes to my husband occasional nosebleeds. In addition, since we were replacing the humidifier in the bedroom, I needed a silent one and without any lights that would disturb my sleep. Sweep a finger right over the sensor touch ‘power’ button on the front of the unit, and a small blue half circle and bar will light that looks similar to this symbol (‘ and this turns the power on to the lowest setting (indicated by a small yellow LED pinpoint light). This humidifier holds up to 5 liters of water, which is the equivalent of 1 gallon and 1 extra quart in American measurements. Since I need the humidity on a 24-hour basis, I now leave it at low, to maintain, and although it lasts longer than a day, I refill the water tank around the same time every evening. I have not experienced any condensation, therefore the area, the furniture, and all around the location of this humidifier remains completely dry. However, my favorite reason is that it is silent, and there are NO lights to glow or flash that would disturb my sleep at night."
"After accepting my climate altering limitations I bought a vaporizer that quit working the first time I turned it on followed by two humidifiers I was just as disappointed with. This review includes a photo taken while in operation so you can form your own opinion and I can quit typing. (The following is actually the number two entry currently displayed in the Safety Precautions section on page six)... Don't touch the transduction while working otherwise you will have the feel of pain."
"Assembly took seconds and required no tools or even peeks at the owner's manual, except to make sure I had installed the included filter with the proper side up. Speaking of the owner's manual, it's clearly been translated into English from what I'd guess was originally Mandarin, but was still easy to understand. The stainless-colored plastic trim pieces are a nice touch, and give this humidifier a modern, minimalist, upscale vibe. I pressed the POWER button again to set the unit to "HIGH" and the amount of vapor practically doubled. So it ran for about 19 hours on a single tank before automatically shutting itself off and turning on the "droplet with a line through it" light to indicate it was out of water."
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Specification: Power input:120v/60Hz. Power Source:Plug in. Bulbs: 15 Watt E12 Socket Incandescent Light Bulbs. Safer Touch Dimmer Switch(US 120v only): Definitely safer than other brands that has potential fire hazard.It comes with patented touch dimmer switch to adjust brightness and match the ambiance.It has 6.6ft power cord and two extra 15 watt bulbs. 2 Years Warranty, 2 extra replacement bulbs included（the replacement bulb is in stock for purchase,just search:levoit light bulbs). The Natural Salt Night Light: When lit with the included 15 watt incandescent light bulb, it gives a warm amber glow, creating a romantic vibe and boost your mood.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I love salt lamps and already have 2 but wanted a bigger sized one for my entry way table."
"The red box you see is exactly how it comes packaged in and it’s made perfectly ready to be sent as a gift for someone. Inside the big red box were nice fluffy seals for ensuring the lamp doesn’t get damaged. Even the way it was carved was pretty cool because there wasn’t a lot of artistic cutting done to make it look skinny, they just slapped on a big block of Himalayan salt. Not sure why it exactly is that way but these kinds of indications make it a positive sign that the lamp was truly taken out of its raw and natural environment. On top of everything else, you get two free dimmable incandescent light bulbs in pretty red boxes. The wooden base is also nice and overall the whole image of the lamp is just great and suits your household environment. Make sure you put it somewhere where there’s a lot of people or besides your bed so that you can breathe fresh air and be relaxed. What EMF is that it gets released from our electronic devices to function like phones, smartphones, laptops, WiFi routers, microwaves, fridges, cell phone towers, TVs, and even non-incandescent light bulbs as well as basically every electric device we own. If you are suffering from some sources of any disease, lamps like these genuinely help people recover. It may not be for your condition specifically but buying nature’s own produced medicine to cure yourself is the most effective ever and it’s good for your body too! I keep this lamp by my bedside every day now and it helps me sleep better while serving as a cool night light that makes your room a relaxing orange glow. I sleep with this and my charcoal bags which help clean the air of pollutants, toxins, and allergens and dust and my EMF protection devices. I’ve also emailed the customer service department and they seem like nice caring staff."
"I just received my salt lamp and love it already."
"I now use the lamp daily, and have found that I can leave the lamp on during the day and turn it off at night with the same good results...but I still prefer leaving it on as it makes a wonderful nightlight."
"I also have the Natural Solutions salt inhaler which has helped with my breathing issues."
"Ours is rather flat on the top, but I realize the shape is bound to vary with each item, so not much can be done about that."
"I am convinced that this is the ONLY Himalayan Salt Lamp to purchase."
"Not impressed with the color of this salt lamp and ebbed less impressed with the cock-eyed placement on the base."
Best Pumps & Plumbing Equipment
Badger 5 garbage disposals feature a galvanized steel grind system. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I didn't have time to wait for the item to arrive from Amazon so I went to Home Depot and coughed up an extra $20 for the Badger 500 - Home Depot's branded version of this item. You'll need to do some very minimal wiring work to pull the wires from the terminals in the old disposal and attach them to the disposal. Make sure to attach the green grounding wire to avoid getting shocked when you switch on the disposal! I should mention that includes all the prep work (pulling everything out from below the sink), clean up time, and a bathroom break."
"Yes I could have made the trip to my local big box home improvement store but why when I got a better price and free next day delivery. I recommend mounting the item first before hooking it up to make sure all the pipes fit correctly. I did not have to cut any pvc pipe to make this fit and this one was only slightly longer than the 1/3 hp model I replaced. Don't forget to have plumbers putty available if you are replacing the sink drain part. I just watched a video on how to install it online and followed the steps on the clear instructions that came with the product."
"After being scolded for attempting to chop up a nice spoon at my Mother's when I was young, we make sure to sweep the drain before turning it on.). The housing that surrounds this metal core is not of adequate thickness to withstand the vibration and stresses from the deteriorating metal structure."
"I felt that they contact contractors far away so that customers are discouraged from calling for service for fear of a service call that may be multiple times the price of the unit."
Best Electrical Equipment
Lifetime purchase protection: If your doorbell gets stolen, we’ll replace it, for free!
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"One day while I was out running an errand my ring app on my phone notified me that someone was ringing the doorbell. Few minutes later I could not shake that something was off, so I reviewed the entire video footage - Ring captures motion so I was able to see what he did prior to ringing the doorbell. This guy was wearing a hoodie so he covered his hands, looked through my front door window for a good 5+ seconds, then started to check the door to see if perhaps it was open, before deciding to ring the doorbell... all with his hands covered. I shared my Ring video with them and they said it was the cleanest video they had seen in some time. I've had the ring doorbell since September 2016 and this was the first and only time something odd/suspicious was captured and, to say the least, it works!!! Ring initially was recording very poorly and sometimes would not capture video properly if at all. My Ring doorbell went offline and it took me who knows how long to realize it."
"The Doorbell Pro has better video quality than the Original Doorbell. Another difference is that the Doorbell Pro MUST be wired and doesn't have a battery built in like the Original Doorbell. Ring Doorbell Pro (Advantages): Super Video Quality. Sleek and considerably smaller than the Original. Superior Motion Detection System (less false alarms). Enhanced Night Vision. 802.11AC Wireless Compatibility. Original Ring Doorbell (Advantages): Built-In rechargeable battery (flexible installation). Super wide field of view. No delay on wired doorbell chime when button is pressed."
"Quality Assurance testers, firmware and mobile app Release Managers...please get your heads out of your rear ends and stop breaking my $270 doorbell with your firmware and mobile app updates! However...every single time either the firmware is upgraded, or the mobile app is updated, IT BREAKS! In the 26 days that we have had the doorbell installed and connected, either the firmware is updgraded over the air, or the mobile app is updated, and the doorbell ceases to work. Not just the fancy camera and recording part...literally the device fails to ring our mechanical doorbell chimes inside the house. How the heck am I supposed to feel somewhat "secure" when the device stops functioning through no fault of my own?"
Best Hardware
Whether used for camping, trick or treating, or power outages, this lantern will provide up to 12 hours of bright omnidirectional LED lighting to see your surroundings. When the battery power of the lantern runs low, the brightness will dim to an energy saving mode to provide longer lasting illumination (up to 4 hours of low power usage). ULTRA BRIGHT: Includes 30 individual low powered LED bulbs, designed for a longer lifespan.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Granted, we do not throw them around, but for our indoor lighting needs during no power, they are pretty much perfect --especially when on sale!"
"But they fixed my complaint, and got the lanterns to me in time for Irma."
"so I came to Amazon as my normal thing to do is to check out my "favorite store" and I found these."
"For some reason, I didn’t open the base and sent an email informing Etekcity of the missing batteries including that, based on the reviews I had read, “I anticipated a timely and satisfactory response.”. Literally within three hours, I received an apologetic email about the “missing batteries”: “We just want to verify one last thing before we proceed. The batteries should be located inside the lantern where you can then proceed to remove the plastic battery film."
"But about 30 minutes later -- after not having touched them -- one of the lanterns wouldn't light. At points there is no continuity on the tracks (presumably due to failed etching) and jumpers were soldered on at the factory as replacement paths. - The problem with the failed lantern was in the contact switch that gets depressed when the lantern is closed. However, these last two points are generally true, as they're inherent to the design: - The top part of the lanterns slides up and down smoothly, and with a comfortable amount of friction. There was already wear on those O-rings on the lantern that I inspected, even though it was pretty much brand new. - But perhaps worst of all is that these are sold as "outdoor" "camping" lanterns. However, the fact that these are sold as "outdoor" is in my opinion worthy of a one-star review. "Outdoor" implies at least some level of water resistance; As far as I can see that would be the only factor differentiating an LED lantern between indoor and outdoor use."
"Bought these for a combination of emergency preparedness/casual lighting for my patio in Big Bear. Started using them with the supplied batteries and notices some strange things. Left them on for about an hour while periodically going out to relax and wait for friends to come over. 4 of these should not dim by roughly 80% in an hour on Energizer Lithium Ion batteries."
Best Safety & Security
At the range or on the hunt, the Howard Leight by Honeywell Impact Sport Sound Amplification Electronic Shooting Earmuff keeps you protected from hazardous noise and connected to your environment. For additional shooting hearing protection, it also actively listens and automatically shuts off amplification when loud impulsive sounds like firearm discharges reach 82 dB. Features low profile earcups for firearm stock clearance; adjustable headband for secure fit; compact folding design for convenient storage; classic green color.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"There is a reason these Howard Leight Impact Sport muffs are probably the most popular model of their type on the market -- they're dirt cheap and work very well. We're also big into the night vision world, so I was pleasantly surprised when the Team Wendy ComTac headset adapters worked with these muffs almost PERFECTLY (see photos I've attached to this review). They Howard Leights -- in our extensive experience -- are: MORE durable, MORE comfortable, have MUCH better battery installation, LOOK better, FEEL like they're higher quality, PERFORM better, and now that we've discovered they can use the Peltor helmet mount adapters, there is simply NO reason to ever get another set of the cheap Peltors."
"feel free to Check my references, I am a 15 year veteran of Live sound and own a recording studio in Maui. [...]. I am a Life member of the NRA and a member of the Valley Isle Sport shooters."
"It's been mentioned in one or two other reviews but I would like to emphasize that this earmuff is for outdoor shooting ranges or other unenclosed areas."
"You can thank 12 years of awful grocery store music (you wouldn't wish on your worst enemy) incessant ad/jingles or other unpleasant noises when exposed to the public."
Best Air Powered Tools
150 psi max tank pressure stores more air in the tank for longer tool run times. Air coupler and plug are factory installed on the air hose to save user labor and to prevent leaks.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I live in a rural area and needed a good compressor to air up RV and vehicle tires. I called Porter-Cable for help and got some lady that didn't appear to even understand the issue, so she told me to just return it to Amazon, and that was what I planned to do. But not believing it was the compressor, I finally found on the internet, doityourself.com, where others have been having this problem since 2006. The problem is with the cheap Chinese air chuck that is shipped with the Accessory Kit that comes with the compressor."
"After reading TONS of reviews on various air compressors, I knew I'd buy the Porter-Cable version. But I do enjoy home improvement projects and want to buy the best tools I can afford and take good care of them. EXCEPT THAT THE OWNERS MANUAL THAT CAME WITH MY MODEL C2002 (Type 5 - I found this in very fine print on the labels on the back of the tank) SAID ABSOLUTELY NOTHING ABOUT "BREAKING-IN." So I did what some reviewers did and looked for an online manual which can be found at this link: [...]. Bottom line is that breaking-in your compressor is MANDADORY, but it's also a cinch. Here's the exact wording from the online Porter-Cable manual: Break-in Procedure. Risk of Unsafe Operation. (Refer to Voltage. and Circuit Protection paragraph in the Installation section of this manual.). MY NOTE: this is sort of counter-intuitive as you want the valve to screw UP. toward the tank - giving the appearance of being closed when it's actually open. Bottom line: open the drain valve to prevent pressure from building up."
Best Kitchen & Bath Fixtures
Toilet Dimensions: Center of toilet to the edge: maximum 7.75 inches. Distance from screw to toilet tank: minimum 1 inch. Distance from the screw to the edge of the toilet bowl: between 1.25 to 3.5 inches. Distance from the center of the toilet to the wall: minimum 11.5 inches. Sleek Design - Upgrade your bathroom with Luxe Bidet's beautifully designed bidet attachments, featuring chrome-plated water pressure control knobs for a more elegant look. Customer Service - Bidet includes an 18 month full customer support when you register your bidet online.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The easy-to-control flow valve allows you to provide just the right amount of water pressure for a full range of cleaning, from "gentle trickling stream" to "full-on 'Silkwood' decontamination", ensuring the end of your bowel movement leaves you feeling cleaner and more refreshed than using just toilet paper alone."
"and my husband installed it, I stood in the hall and informed him that I would still be using toilet paper thank you very much. It also has been helpful to those of us who have hemorrhoids (THANKS CHILDBIRTH) because it is a bit gentle and less abrasive than toilet paper tends to be. We haven't bought toilet paper since we bought it (March, so, 4 months) and I haven't missed it a bit. As for the bidet itself, it is easy peasy to install (according to my husband; I wouldn't know because I was having a toilet paper protest in the hall at the time of its installation) and simple to clean for the most part...the back (where it attaches to the toilet) is a bit more difficult to clean than your average, sad, greatly lacking, bidet-less toilet, but nothing major at all. with the bidet installed, we discovered (after the recommended 'bumper kits' kept shifting and falling off, that PLASTIC DOMED DOOR STOPPERS work AMAZING for propping the seat up."
"Installation was relatively quick and easy (despite almost taking off the turn-off valve before turning off the house water supply). Ended up having to replace our solid metal water-valve connector with a $6 braided one from the local hardware store. This was purchased in an effort to reduce toilet paper usage and improve cleanliness standards. I kid you not, over a dozen independent people (friends/family) have ultimately said "I don't want a robot to spray my ass with water"."
Best Power Tools & Hand Tools
The DEWALT DCK240C2 20v Lithium Drill Driver/Impact Combo Kit (1.5Ah) is comprised of the DCF885 20V MAX Lithium-Ion 1/4-Inch Impact Driver which is compact (5.55" front to back) and lightweight (2.8 lbs. This unit offers one-handed loading 1/4" hex chuck accepts 1" bit tips, and also features a 3 LED light ring with 20 second delay to provide visibility without shadows. HIGH PERFORMANCE MOTOR: The DCD771 delivers 300 unit watts out (UWO) of power ability completing a wide range of applications.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Despite the smell and the sparking, these work very well and get the job done."
"great combo, decent bag, the 1.3ah batteries not so much."
"This was a Christmas present for my son."
"I got this for my husband for Christmas."
"I would definitely recommend these, they have held up very well to alot of household projects."
"Bought this set for my husband for Christmas as this is his favorite brand of tool."
"My wife and I love this set of tools."
"the batteries take an hour + to charge they only last a couple hours i had 1 full charged battery and the other had at least half a charge on it when i left work on friday when i returned to work on monday both batteries were totaly dead..and when you hit the trigger it smells like its burning up.the cooling holes for the fan are big to let plenty of dirt in dont buy this junk i am returning it."
Best Home Storage & Organization
Style Name: 4-Shelf |. Color: Chrome. One single shelf holds up to 350 pounds and the whole shelving holds up to 1400 pounds max (evenly distributed).
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"This works great for organizing laundry I am able to easily fit a total of 8 laundry baskets on this and it keeps all my families clothes organized and makes cleaning them a breeze."
"I love my shelf."
"Gently lower the shelf down over the wedge clips, and then push down on each shelf corner while simultaneously pushing up on the wedge clips to make sure they don't slip down on the pole. A bit of squeezing together and the shelf corner rings are making good contact with the clips, keeping them together and prevent them from slipping out of the groove on the pole."
"Perhaps Amazon changed the design or something else is going on, but I had zero issues putting the shelf together (aside from determining how much space in between shelves I wanted). Like I said, the hardest thing about installation is determining where you want each shelf. These bottles weigh a ton and the entire reason I purchased this shelving system is because the MDF shelving I had was sagging under the weight of the bottles. The shelf liner will close the gap and prevent things from tipping over and falling."
"One of the post joiners was misthreaded, but had been driven firmly home, such that there was a six-degree bend in the middle of the post when assembled."