Kitchen Reviews

The usual expedient delivery from Amazon left me with this product sitting in a box for a couple of days before I had rearranged the furniture to place it where I'd intended. The effect is dramatic - this system cleans the air quickly and very effectively even on the lowest setting. Fortunately, it has three different speeds - the highest speed is rather loud, and I recommend turning it down before bedtime. This is by far the best air purifier I've ever owned.

I use this in my main game room, replacing an older Bemis product that I was unhappy with. I loved it so much, I bought it for my bedroom and one for my child's room! Probably one of the best air purifier's on the market.

This was our first purchase of a Bemis product and was purchased due to the online review by Mr. Nelson. We are extremely happy with this humidifier. The tanks are easy to fill. The controls for the fan and humidity are adjustable. The humidifier we had in Alaska was not nearly as dependable and did not keep the humidity at an even level. The Bemis is absolutely wonderful. I would recommend it to anyone considering a purchase. We would buy the same brand again.

We currently have owned one of these for several years. They work great, the tanks are easy to refill, and a refill typically lasts 2-3 days. One of the best features is the humidity level control, you set it for a certain level and once it's reached the unit automatically shuts off.

Ours recently broke the fan blade, but that's after almost five years of operation and three moves. It's very durable. I may be able to have it repaired, which you can't say for most appliances these days. Well worth the money if I end up having to replace it.

Very few humidifiers work as well as the Bemis. I would recommend it to everyone. There is one cautionary note: Be sure to check the tank and reservoir every day. Five gallons of water do not last very long,so pay attention. This way the owner will have good, clean humidity. The unit is easy to take apart and clean.

Have used two of the Bemis H 12, 3 speed Humidifier, now for two years. They are very easier to use & require very little care, except for & occasional cleaning. Must replace the Wick & the back Air Filter each year, to keep it working well. Also should receive one good cleaning per year, inside, as much dust will get on all surfaces in & around the fan area. They seem very well maitain the desired humidty level, as I have good Humidstats in rooms, to give indication of where settings should be for variences caused by outside air temp, which greatly affects amount of water needed, to be added to room air. Just got a new 1045 Super Wick, when I put it on, I found that it did not have the little bracket on the top, left side to slide the little guide that holds the water level rod (that goes up & down with level, to show when filling is needed. This made it hard to put the top back on, as rod would not stay in place, and had to "Duct Tape" to make it stay & line up with switch, where it slides into switch depression. Don't know if this was just an error, or if this is not put on replacment Wicks any longer. This is a good Humidifier & would sure recommend it to anyone, to try & buy.

A Satisfied Customer.

once i used this i couldn't believe i hadn't bought one before. it's very easy to use and has nice feel and weight. almost seemed to cut whisking time in half. great product.

Best makes excellent heavy-duty commercial products that are well suited for use in the home kitchen. This Best 12-Inch Balloon Whisk is great for whipping up whole eggs or blending sauces in a stainless steel bowl. This size is fairly easy for anyone to use. The Best 14-Inch Balloon Whisks and French Balloon Whisks require a bit more experience and good wrist and arm muscle strength and endurance if, for example, one plans to whisk up a couple of pints of heavy cream into whipped cream or a half-dozen egg whites into stiff peak consistency, as is necessary for folding them into Belgian waffles. (One might be better off using a KitchenAid Stand Mixer.) Be sure to chill bowls and beaters (or whisks) first, and make sure they are scrupulously clean, before attempting to whip egg whites. Also for the serious enthusiast, nothing else will do except an unlined (chilled) pure copper bowl. (I found mine at a bargain in an out-of-the-way antiques store.)

Pristine Porcelain 11-Inch Dinner Plates, in a Set of 4, combine very well with the set of 4 Johnson Brothers Willow Blue 7 3/4-Inch Salad Plates, if you like an eclectic Asian-influence mix-and-match table service that is pretty and practical.

You can never go wrong when choosing white porcelain dinner plates--let your colorful food and garnishes be the decoration. Many people who entertain have large sets of inexpensive white porcelain dinner and salad/dessert plates and 12-Inch platters (to use for entree dinners).

BIA is a large line of "open stock" white porcelain dinnerware, serving pieces, and bakeware. It is an excellent first choice for people who want to entertain, but who have not decided on a china pattern.

These are exactly how they look. Very Neutral, very plain.Perfect for a gift. No problems with shipping either.... They do everything theysay they do.

Many people have a hard time choosing casual dinnerware and formal china patterns for themselves. I always recommend an inexpensive white porcelain open-stock pattern to them as a first choice because these pieces can be used as extras for entertaining later on. BIA is a good line, and it is open-stock. Many people like white porcelain dinnerware because the food and garnishes are then the decoration on the plates.

So if you are ordering BIA dinnerware, you would want to buy a set of dinner plates, a set of cups and saucers, and these salad plates, all of which come boxed, with service for four. (You might also like to order 12-Inch platters for entrees or entree salads.) If you add a set of soup/cereal bowls, then you have a twenty-piece service for four.

Since BIA white porcelain is open-stock, there are many other items of dinnerware, bakeware, and serving pieces that you can keep adding to your collection.

You may want to mix-and-match the BIA white porcelain dinnerware with Willow Blue open-stock dinnerware for a charming Asian-eclectic effect.

These sturdy favorites hold up under the harshest conditions a family can offer. Heat them, chill them, zap 'em! You'll never tire of these quality plates that go with everything. Forever sylish in classic white. Don't forget the chowder bowls. (:-) They are lovely filled with fruit, cereal, chili or ice cream.

My Wife loves to make deviled eggs, but she hated to have to set them out on just a plate where they would slide around and get somewhat messy. This holder is both elegant and functional, we use it on the dinner table and even for picnics. It is a great addition to our serving plates. I would recommend it to any who is serious about making deviled eggs.

When you make deviled eggs, they need a nice place to sit in for serving. This is perfect and I like the "egg" shape. My aunt was very impressed when I served smoked salmon deviled eggs in this dish at a party. She said the recipe was a keeper and I was so pleased since she is a deviled egg expert! The eggs sat nicely and didn't fall over. You can easily fit this into the refrigerator and carry it to a party.

This whip makes it extremely easy to mix up roux or anything you'd use a whip for. Roux benefits because of its unique shape and the fact that you have to stir roux for such a long time. Its shap makes it easier on your hand and wrist.

Yes, it's nearly single-purpose (although, I love it for making my notorious triple-chocolate pudding). No, you probably don't make gravy as often as your mother did. Think back, though - hers had lumps. This is salvation for the dreaded lumpy gravy.

This whisk makes making a roux very pleasant - first, the size is nice, as your hands aren't right down in the hot fat. Second, it's almost two-dimensional, so it's optimized for scraping the bottom of the skillet or roaster you're making roux in. It does one thing, and it does it really well. This would make a great stocking stuffer for whoever roasts the Christmas beast in your family.

Maybe garlic squoosher would be a better description--lay the mat on the counter, fold it over your garlic clove, and give it a whack. Then reveal your garlic clove, ready for hand-peeling, without a knife. I agree that this use pales in comparison with use as a jar opener (you'll throw those little rubber disks away), potholder, and counter protector.

However, because I often take my hot meal to the computer, on my lap, the best use I've found for these mats, which don't conduct heat, is as a layer under my dinner plate. You may use it either as a layer over another plate to prevent heat conduction (because the mat is tacky, there are no plate-sliding surprises) or directly on your lap.

Lives up to expectations although a bit bulky to use as a jar opener. The garlic peeler claim mystifies me.

For its main purpose - protecting your counter from heat - I will probably buy another.

I received this product and found it to be everything it promised. It is quiet and after a good night sleep my breathing is much better. I am glad I purchased this item and plan to purchase another for the downstair rooms.

the filter works extremely well and made an immediate difference in the air quality of the room. The only drawback is the price - its relatively expensive to continue to replace filters. They are one timne use and once the indicator on the machine tell you that it is time to get a new one then you simply remove and toss. Living in NYC I am going through a filter a month easily just in the kids room.