Black & Decker CMD3500MBT 8-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Thermal Carafe Review

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(More customer reviews)It's difficult trying to research coffee makers to purchase, I realized, after looking at various ones throughout Amazon.A few products had agreement in the quality, but for a lot, the reviews seemed to be all over the place.And the ones that seemed to have really decent reviews were a bit out of the range I wanted to spend on an office coffee pot.Then I discovered this Black & Decker one that had absolutely no reviews, was in the price range I was looking for and had all the extra features (like a thermal carafe) and decided, why not?It's been a good purchase so far.

Reviewing appliances like coffeemakers is a bit outside of my normal purview and most of what I'd write about (the features) are listed above, so I'm going to make this short and sweet.The thermal carafe works wonderfully and we typically brew a pot, bring the carafe into our section and it keeps hot for the morning.The last cup feels as warm as the first, which is nice.It's only an 8 cup carafe, which could be problematic for those looking for a big pot, but it's the perfect fit for us.

One feature not listed is that it uses a charcoal filtration system.This is good and bad.The good is the filtration is a nice feature and it comes with one little charcoal patch, but after reading through the manual, it looks like the only way to order more is to go directly to Black & Decker.I noticed that Amazon has the Black & Decker TWF50 Water Filter Basket & Replacement Filter for sale via some other vendors.It's not the same model number, but the picture looks exactly like the one used in this coffeemaker (minus the color) and the replacement filters will probably fit.Unfortunately, it could become a hassle for those who want to keep up with their filter (which needs to be replaced every 60 brews/2 months).

Looking at the other features, there's a digital clock, with a screen that indicates the coffee is fresh and ready, a mechanism to choose your coffee strength that definitely works as advertised, the ability to "sneak a cup," and the carafe (unlike others we've used) pours perfectly without making a mess.All of this comes in a stylish package complete with blue lights along the side where the water level is read.

This makes for an attractive package that works perfectly and has a lot of additional features.I'd definitely recommend checking it out.

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Program for rich, fresh-brewed coffee anytime. And when you-re ready for a second cup--Keep Warm- plate automatically retains coffee temperature for 2 hours keeping it hot until the end of the pot!

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Holmes HM5305-UC Warm Mist Humidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)I believe this item has received unfairly low ratings from other purchasers.Perhaps these reviews are from purchasers who have never owned a humidifier before, or who didn't bother to read the directions.I have owned three different humidifiers over the years, and this one has been overall the best.

I would agree the tank shape could stand some redesign. Like most humidifiers, you turn the tank upside down to refill, thus the top of the tank is best designed to conform to the shape of a tub or sink, so that it stays upright on its own while filling.This one does not do that, but it is still possible to prop it against the end of the tub to refill.

As for the other comments that have been made, of course it makes a gurgling noise.Water is dripping down into the base in order to be converted to steam. I have had the unfortunate experience of owning a humidifier that sounded like an 18-wheeler driving through my house--and believe me, this one is QUIET.
The only knocking noises I've heard were when the tank emptied while I was asleep and I didn't shut it off, AND I hadn't cleaned it in a very long time.

And of course the heating element is going to be hot right after you turn it off, and yes it could char a piece of wood if it came in contact with the heating element.The instructions CLEARLY STATE you must allow the heating element to cool before cleaning or refilling.I cannot imagine why someone would set something wet down on a wood table, or how the heating element came into contact with wood of one reviewer, as the heating element has a surrounding plastic framework that makes it difficult if not impossible to place anything directly against the heating element. Perhaps the user modified this plastic housing in some way.

Also, the tank cap has a mechanism that, together with the humidifier base, controls the amount of water that flows out of the tank.The only way this could malfunction and send water everywhere is if the cap was not screwed on properly (and just like a bottle of soda, if you don't screw the cap on properly, the bottle will leak), or if it is not placed on the base securely.

I have not found the recommended cleaning to be an issue.But then, I use the recommendations as a guideline, not a requirement.How much you cleaning you have to do depends on the condition of your water and your performance expectations.

The recommended "daily" cleaning is basically to remove the base reservoir and dump out any water and accumulated sediment.I actually only do this about once a week, and I have very hard water (lots of clay sediment and calcium.I cannot drink tap water, its that bad.)The recommended "weekly" cleaning is to fill the base reservoir with vinegar and soak for 20 mins, and wipe down the heating element and surrounding housing to remove any calcium deposits.I actually only do this about every 3 months.Sometimes I actually have to chisel off the calcium from the heating element!And with all this obviously poor maintenance, I have noticed no diminished performance!

I'm not sure what the 'reboot' requirement is, stated by one reviewer.The instructions clearly state that you should turn off the humidifier when you remove the tank for refilling, or when you are cleaning.This makes sense.Leaving it on without the heating element resting in a reservoir of water is like putting an empty pan on a hot stove burner.It will damage it.But turning it off for the few moments required for filling or cleaning is sufficient.No further effort is required.And I really don't understand how one is personally offended by an inanimate object.

As for the size of tank, and how long it lasts, that all depends on the settings you use, and the size of your room.The 36-hour timeframe advertised by the manufacturer is at the unit's lowest setting, as most manufacturers do.I keep mine set on low speed, with the humidity percentage at about 60%.This lasts 24 hrs.I definitely notice a humid feeling when walking into my bedroom where I keep the humidifer.My bedroom measures about 12' x 18', but I keep my bedroom door open always so the humidity isn't just staying in my bedroom alone.The packaging states accurately that this humidifier is intended to serve a medium-sized room, not a whole house or very large rooms.

I really love the fact that this model does not require filters. I've had humidifiers that require filters, and of course you can never find the filter when you need one, and they are often very expensive.I've also had a humidifier that advertised no filter required, then upon reading the fine print inside the box, learned that while a humidifier was not REQUIRED, it really needed one to function properly.

I replaced my last humidifier with this one because the lat model I owned had no controls other than on/off, and pumped out so much mist it soaked everything around it, and was a cold mist model that did not keep the calcium deposits inside the reservoir--everything that got soaked by the mist ended up with calcium residue on it that was impossible to remove.

All in all, a very good model.The only thing I would like better is a domed-top model that could rest easily in the tub for refilling.

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Perfect for medium sized rooms the Holmes Warm Mist Humidifier runs up to 36 hours per filling. No filters to replace and microban antimicrobial product protection insure carefree use.

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Culligan Water Pitcher Replacement Cartridges - P-1RRR (3 pk) Review

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(More customer reviews)These filters are good. They arived in gud condition. I've used these filters b4 and they work fine. I found these items 2 be cheap on Amazon. so I bought them. But what I over looked was the shippin charge. It would've saved me atleast $4 if I'd have brought them in shoprite or anyother store. Anyways 4 those who dont have the time 2 go 2 a store, lets do some gud business 2 ups.

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For use with the Culligan Water Pitcher with 2 Cartridges - OP 1B, each of these 3 replacement cartridges improves your tap water's taste and smell while reducing lead, sediment, chlorine taste/odor, lindane and atrazine. Life of cartridge: up to 2 months/40 gallons. Pitcher sold separately. Made in USA.

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Crystal Quest Water Filter - Faucet Mount Filtration System - Chrome Review

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(More customer reviews)Since you will also have to buy filter replacement cartridges from Crystal Quest for the life of the product, consider my review before buying.

Given the choice, I would not buy a Crystal Quest product again. This is due to the fact their Customer Service is terrible! (So is their Shipping Dep't and Quality control in my case - kind of scary!) I bought a similar product from them and it was missing parts. I called them and what followed is my worst customer service experience ever. They continuously reneged on promises made to me (several times), giving excuses when I called in (and I had to follow up myself EVERY time) such as "I asked so and so to call you" or "I was overruled by another dep't".

I am not alone - read other reviews for Crystal Quest products.

UPDATE: I ordered a water testing kit online to test the floride, chlorine, etc content of the undersink water filtering kit and cartridge I had received. Multiple tests (even at super low flow rates) revealed it DID NOT FILTER CHLORINE! (It left .25-.50 ppm of chlorine - the same as our tap water results.) Tests on my Brita filter DID filter all chlorine. So, I called customer service to explain and they kindly mailed me another filter - same result! I have sent back everything for a refund, since it does not work as intended. Who monitors these water filtering companies? I will be ordering now from a (hopefully) real water filtering company. I hope I have saved someone else the trouble of having to installing this product only to have to return it.

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Faucet Mount Filtration System is the most advanced water filtration system for healthier. Ingenious space-saving design that allows for easy access to your sink all the time. Quick & easy to install & use, attractive,convenient & removes hundreds of contaminants from water. Conveniently provides 2,000 gallons (6-12 months)* of quality water. Chrome Faucet Mount

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Culligan PIT-1 Water Filter Pitcher Review

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(More customer reviews)I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this pitcher. The price is rock-bottom, as are the replacement filters (I was able to get the pitcher and 1 years worth of filtration for less than the price of just a Brita or PUR pitcher alone).
The water tastes great, the pitcher fills pretty quickly, it's easy to clean and the filter changes easily. The LID is an issue, but a very small one for me personally. It does flip off easily, but that is solved by just pressing it with your thumb when you pour. A very minor inconvenience in an otherwise excellent product.

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PIT-1 Features: -Pitcher filter. -Level 2 extra filtration. -Holds 2 quarts and fits in most refrigerator doors. -Reduces bad taste and odor, chlorine taste and odor, mercury, copper, zinc and particulate class VI. -Spout cover to prevent transfer of refrigerator odors into pitcher. -Ergonomically designed handle for easy pouring. -Built in filter replacement indicator on lid. -Compatible replacement cartridges include pr-1, pr-3, pr-1u and pr-3u. -Replaceable. -Filter life: 50 Gallons or 2 months. -Includes pitcher, replacement cartridge and cartridge change reminder sticker. -WQA tested and certified. Specifications: -Manufacturer provides two years limited warranty. -Overall dimensions: 10" H x 10" W x 5" D.

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