05 March, 2010

Heavy Duty Hand Carry Compressor

DEWALT built the D55146 Heavy Duty 4.5 Gallon, 200 PSI, Heavy Duty Hand Carry Compressor with Wheels is quiet, efficient and solidly built; constructed to withstand harsh jobsite conditions. Its dual connections allow users to simultaneously operate up to 3 framing nailers or 2 roofing nailers. This versatile compressor is useful to both small framing carpenters & remodelers and large trim carpenter crews & remodelers alike. The unique, patented high efficiency motor and high pressure pump provide a maximum pressure of 200 PSI with 5.2 SCFM @ 90 PSI so you never lose pressure. The D55146 is convenient, with an oil free, maintenance free pump and is easy to move & store with pneumatic wheels. It’s the perfect compressor to choose if you need a lot of power and a low maintenance tool.




200 PSI allows for 80-Percent more usable air that the industry leader while 5.2 SCFM @ 90 PSI provides the compressor a quicker recovery time after the initial tank charge is depleted

Easy to transport and store with pneumatic wheels and vertical stand feature. Convenient to maintain oil free pump

Innovative high pressure technology provides the motor with longer life and allows it to run off an extension cord

Low noise with 78 A-weighted decibels operational noise level (tested per ISO3477)

Easy to read metal console with protected gauges, couplers and regulator

I use it everyday Feb 20, 2010


most reviews I read, are from people who use their equipment occassionally. I have used this compressor almost everyday (all day)for about a year and a half, maybe more. So far the only problem has been that the "tank pressure gauge" needed to be replaced, which was very easily done in about 15 minutes.I do mostly soffit and fascia work and I am pretty hard on all of my day to day tools.I also love how quiet it is compared to most other compressors. I will most likely purchase this again when it is needed. I would also like to point out that about half the time this has been used with multiple hoses and guns(usually 2 at a time). good luck, I only hope that since the price has dropped nearly $100 since I bought it, that they haven't began to use cheaper parts.

Best bang for the buck Feb 05, 2010


This is a partial repeat of a review I wrote on the refurbed version of this model. I have edited out part of the review, leaving in the WARNING!



I shopped around for a compressor that was relatively inexpensive yet had enough CFM for some of the more demanding tools like higher end painters and impact wrenches that need 5+ CFM at 90psi.



Having just gotten the unit today, I only did the 15-minute break-in and then pumped up the tank to be sure it would hold air. It passed that test with flying colors. Four hours later the tank still has full pressure so it seems to be holding the pressure well too.



I don't know why, but they ask you to operate the compressor horizontally, and only have it vertical for hauling and storage. Based on how I think it works, I wouldn't think running it vertically would matter, but I won't take that chance.



WARNING: As someone else noted, this is a higher pressure unit than most comparable units. As a result, the 250psi air hose most people are buying is NOT adequate. The owner's manual clearly says you should buy a 300psi hose instead. I am guessing the 250psi hose would work as the operating pressure is only 200psi, but for the price, why not do as asked? The hose most people are buying is the yellow Goodyear hose for around $20, but the Goodyear 300psi hose is $43, so being frugal I looked around. I see Amazon offers several choices, from no name to known names. But rather than buying the $43 Goodyear hose, I bought the $27 Gates hose, another fine brand. I called the local auto parts store and they stocked the same Gates hose for $68. It is red instead of "safety" yellow, but who cares, not me.



It would be great if Amazon would put something in the description about the need for a 300psi hose as it seems people (like another reviewer) are ordering the 250psi hose and then having to return it after reading the manual

Cluster Multicolor Swarovski Crystal Gold Tone

Great colors! Mar 30, 2009


This ring is such a steal! It looks great and really sparkles. The ring looks exactly like what you see here in the image and many people were under the assumption that it's a real 24K gold ring with gemstones on them. Because of the multi-color, I've gotten a few compliments on it already. People were telling me how unique and pretty it looks! Great deal!



02 March, 2010

Madeleine Mono Special Effects Face Powder

Add a lit-from-within glow with Special Effects Face Powder. This unique luminizing finishing powder helps to diminish the look of imperfections and add a subtle, wearable sunlit radiance to your skin. Swirl all of the shades together with the included brush, or enhance your skin one shade at a time. They all work with every skin tone, and will have you glowing in no time! Created for Madeleine Mono Cosmetics, available exclusively from Cosmetique.




Perfect for every skin tone and adds a lit-from-within glow

Luminizing finishing powder that creates a special effect

Love this product Feb 17, 2010


I really love this powder. I got it as a gift from my Mother-in-law and thought it was kinda wierd. I wasnt sure if it was going to do anything. I tried it on my face one night before going out and it looked awesome! It gives you a healthy glow while making your skin look clean and clear. My friend kept borrowing it, so for her birthday I bought her one. Mine is almost gone already...definately need to get a new one!!



Corelle Impressions 20-Piece Dinnerware Set

Corelle Impressions 20-Piece Set, Service for 4, includes 4-each10-1/4-inch Dinner Plates, 8-1/2-inch Luncheon Plates, 18-ounce Soup/Cereal Bowls, 6-inch Saucers, 8-ounce Cups, Abundance




Dishwasher safe for long lasting patterns

Microwave and oven use for versatility

Coordinate with popular corelle dinnerware patterns

Break and chip resistance for carefree durability

Stackability for cupboard space efficiency

Favorite pattern favorite everyday Dinnerware company Jan 15, 2010


The only thing I did not like about this set was that the teacup saucers were stoneware not Corelle material. But the durability of Corelle can't be beat. And I like the patterns for my everyday set. They work great in the microwave too. Very hard to break Corelle. So it is great for familys with young kids.                             durable Dec 18, 2009


one word : durable

I had this set for over 10 years!!!!

note, I bought at my local hardware store many years ago

Corelle Abundance Mar 28, 2009


I have wanted this dinnerware set for quite some time. After receiving it, I am blown away by it. Excellent product. I am waiting for Amazon to offer it again to purchase another set        Corelle Impressions Abumdance Mar 07, 2009


I'm happy to find that these are still available. I was missing a few plates, etc that were probably broken along the way so replaced with this new set. They match perfectly. No complaints here!

Great Dinnerware Feb 05, 2009


This dinnerware is perfect. Exactly as described. I bought 4 boxes, and I couldn't be happier!

I have always loved Corelle, and this pattern has many colors in it, so it will go with any kitchen.



01 March, 2010

Stainless-Steel Programmable 5-Quart Slow Cooker

http://www.windoshopping.net/   DeLonghi's 5-quart compact and stylish stainless steel slow cooker features high, low and auto keep warm functions. These functions are designed to cook food at the ideal temperature and keep warm for 2 hours after cooking is complete. Also features a convenient 10-hour countdown timer and removable dishwasher-safe removable ceramic pot that's perfect for serving. Large cool-touch handles and tempered glass lid ensure safety.




Stainless-steel 5-quart slow cooker with 10-hour countdown timer

Touchpad control panel; 3 heat settings; 2-hour keep-warm mode

Dishwasher-safe ceramic cooking pot doubles as a serving dish

Tempered glass lid; nonslip feet; stay-cool handles for safety

Measures 13 by 11-4/5 by 9-3/5 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Great slow cooker! Feb 02, 2010


I bought this slow cooker after owning several versions of the Rival crock pot. I had no complaints about the Rival, but I LOVE this Delonghi! Received it before this recent spell of winter storms to hit the Mid-Atlantic and it has been working ever since! The programmable aspect is easy to operate and the 2 hour warming after cooking is a great bonus feature as well! So far I have made soup, pot roast, a chicken dish and a batch of beans in preparation for the Super Bowl. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this slow cooker and worth every penny! Buy it, don't hesitate!



Good solid slow cooker. Dec 07, 2009


I'm a guy and have done only basic cooking and even less with a slow cooker. So please take this into account.



I purchased this cooker even thought it had no reviews because most of the other cookers had such a wide variety of star ratings . . . I took a risk . . . and I'm not disappointing.



This slow cooker is all metal, except of course for the lid which is tempered glass and the pot which is ceramic or whatever they are made of. Even the handle on the top of the lid is metal as are the handles on the side of the cooker and seem very solid. None of this cheap plastic with a shiny silver coating stuff. The pot itself is obviously heavy and durable; and the handles on the pot are conveniently placed and formed making it very easy to lift out of the cooking container without burning yourself even when completely full.



The electronic controls are very easy to use with the typical warm, low, medium and high settings and a two hour automatic warm setting after the cooking cycle is finished, and a push of the timer setting button will increase the cook time for 30 minutes while in the cooking cycle. The LCD panel for the controls lights up when any of the buttons are pushed to make reading the settings easier and an icon of a cooking pot turns on once the slow cooker is actually cooking.



This slow cooker is very attractive and would compliment most any kitchen. The overall impression of the slow cooker is that it is of high quality and sound construction. I am looking forward to many years use of this slow cooker but if any problems crop up during the next several months I will edit this post to let ya'll know.



So far I have cooked a whole five pound chicken which cooked to perfection in eight hours on low, and a roast which also cooked to tender perfection in eight hours (even though it wasn't a high quality cut).



So in conclusion I would highly recommend this slow cooker on the basis of the limited use I have had with it cooking two meals.




28 February, 2010

Sharp R-820Bk 900-Watt 0.9 Cubic Foot Convection

Sharp microwave oven R-820BK black convection/grill 2 line interactive display 35 automatic settings, combination cooking plus 11 power levels.




900-watt convection microwave with browning and crisping capabilities

Easy-to-clean, 0.9-cubic-foot, stainless-steel interior with light

2-line, 12-digit interactive display; 11 power levels; 35 automatic settings

Measures 20-1/2 by 12-1/8 by 19-3/4 inches


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 Customer Reviews:


 After 3 years I finally read the manual and quadrupled it's use! Jan 24, 2010

I bought this oven over 3 years ago (R-820B) model. Yes, its bigger than a microwave, and yes it has a bulk of metal in the back but it's an oven to cook in, not just a microwave to reheat in. I have it on the counter in a corner so it fits adequately. I'm energy conscious and try to keep my electric bill to a minimum so I don't like to use my conventional oven very much. For 3 years I've enjoyed roasting a chicken almost weekly in this, and also the usual microwave foods like baked potatoes, etc. (The microwave above the stove that came with the house when I bought it last year is now used for paperwork. Very handy!) The chicken is always moist and beautifully browned. During this past winter I felt like trying a burger in it because it was too cold to grill outside. I didn't have to read the manual because there are auto grill settings that require nothing more than hitting the buttons it tells you to. I was shocked at how beautifully grilled and sizzling it turned out. So I got the manual out and read the directions for all the other auto settings. Then I tried a steak.... then I tried some lamb chops (yum) that I bought on sale. WOW! Delicious! nice and pink in the middle, perfectly browned on the outside, and tender! Defrosting was a surprise when I stopped using the old microwave solution - a lowered power level (which almost always partially cooked the outside of the food). Well the "compu-defrost" setting was amazing - defrosted the meat without cooking it one bit, no matter how thin or thick the steaks were! I did check them periodically and took them out a little before the time was up. I like to bake bread so that's my next project. I'm so in love with this oven that if I were building a new house I would design a kitchen around it! Today I ordered a cookbook especially for this oven so I'm hoping that very soon my conventional oven will become a new filing cabinet! I live alone but often have guests for dinner so a regular oven is a waste of energy for me. I've never had a bit of trouble with it and have moved it through 2 states. I think the person who had the smoke problem probably hit the timer too many times so instead of 3 minutes it was going on 30 minutes. (I've done this myself). I absolutely recommend this oven - just be sure you know the measurements and have space for it's depth.



Sharp Grill 2 Convection Nov 18, 2009

Bought this to replace a standard microwave in my semi truck. So far i have mastered the standard frozen pizza and the self rising crust. Have done a few casseroles That turned out good. For an all around oven/Microwave this thing is what I needed.

A friend of mine has the same unit in his Semi also without any problems..

What a GREAT addition for the kitchen!!! Aug 09, 2009

This thing is worth every penny and it really isn't that expensive to start with. Does everything a microwave can do and also everything a convection oven can do as well. Both in a nice package. Mine worked fine right out of the box, no strange noises not one single problem. The only thing I would have liked is a way to turn off the turntable but Sharp missed that. You van take off the turntable and carefully position the rack around the heating element if you need to use a square dish that cannot rotate in the oven. But only do thin in a pinch.

I called Sharp to order the cook book that they listed in the manual. Now comes the bad part. Sharp wanted $30 for a cook book the advertised for $6.00, some inflation. Also they said that this unit was discontinued in 1999, boy was I upset when the guy told me that. I was ready to send it bact to Amazon.Who wants a 10 year old unit? I have never had a problem with Amazon so why should I start now I asked myself. I looked over the oven and it was made in May 2009 not 1999 like Sharp stated. I complained to the BBB about Sharp and the cook book as well as Amazon. I got a call from Sharp two days later saying they would sell the book for the advertised price. Book wasn't that good but seems like I hit a nerve somplace.Bottom line, if you are looking for a combo unit but this little know gem from Amazon. You will love it.

Great 3 in 1 Oven for RVers Jul 01, 2009

Why take up valuable counter space in an RV with a toaster oven or countertop convection oven when this unit will fit in the same space as a microwave and perform the functions of all three.


This unit requires no outside venting and is only 900 watts. It is the perfect choice for RVers looking to replace or upgrade from a standard microwave.



It easily fit into my existing microwave space and the Trim Kit I ordered separately looks great. My install required only the use of the trim and I did not need the aluminum liner.



This is the perfect size for 1-2 people, but cooks for more. Do not let the dimensions of the interior fool you. The turntable/ cooking pan is 12 inches in diameter.



It grills beautifully. It allows the user to select the grill setting for one or both sides of the item being cooked.



The convection oven turns out moist tender meats and terrific baked goods.



I really enjoy the micro/convec combination setting which enables the best of both worlds for speed and browning.