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CDN_a t1_j68eu7u wrote
Reply to comment by WeirdSeaworthiness67 in Where can I find the 'real truth' about purchasing pillows? by [deleted]
Yes thanks... but WHY is it good... and what is the distinction between a good pillow and a poor pillow? Also at those places one has no ability to try them... unless you wanna lie on the floor...lol. But thank you.
lwhite1 t1_j68et4x wrote
I have 2 cats. I'm afraid of getting an eKornes because cats have to go byebyes if they scratch it
halfmanhalfalligator t1_j68epq8 wrote
Reply to comment by Gerbski in Fresh from Norway, my custom Ekornes Stressless chair by Gerbski
I will die for Sherman.
TheNazruddin t1_j68enoy wrote
Reply to comment by CDN_a in Where can I find the 'real truth' about purchasing pillows? by [deleted]
Bro it’s your hygiene. Let this one go.
EvoRalliArt t1_j68en1f wrote
Reply to comment by Gerbski in Fresh from Norway, my custom Ekornes Stressless chair by Gerbski
Hello. I am the tax man. You have over paid, but we aren't going to complain.
CDN_a t1_j68elzl wrote
Reply to comment by ConBroMitch in Where can I find the 'real truth' about purchasing pillows? by [deleted]
Yeah... thank you very much... buckwheat no... I don't think so... that doesn't sound breathable, nor washable... nor adaptable to fluffing and putting behind one's back when sitting up watching tv... but thanks. Just some normal, cheap good pillow would be great!
WantonChrysanthemum t1_j68eium wrote
Not to make your search more complicated, but please be aware that many pillows are treated with flame retardants and formaldehyde that are really not good for long term exposure. If you live in the US, certain bedding and household materials are required to be treated with these chemicals to meet flame retardant standards. Additionally, certain foams off gas some pretty nasty stuff.
Certain materials are exempt from this chemical treatment, as they are naturally flame retardant. Wool and natural latex are two safer options.
ronwharton t1_j68e697 wrote
Reply to comment by stbunny in Advice, is it roached? More in comments by stbunny
Have you contacted amazon and asked about a replacement?
-Ron Wharton
WeirdSeaworthiness67 t1_j68e26s wrote
Go to a Home Goods or Marshall’s, get the one Tommy Bahama pillow they sell. I’ll drop $100 on a pillow because they’re important and I’ve tried them ALL. You can save yourself the time and money with this one. It’s supernaturally perfect and I think it’s <$20. I can take a pic if you like just message me
PaulBunyanisfromMI OP t1_j68dzgp wrote
Reply to comment by Ok-Professional5579 in Bought it 15 years ago from an antique store. Replaced the cord, and reshaped the cage (poorly). Been running fine ever since. by PaulBunyanisfromMI
Ill keep it around in case i need and gears, screws or steel.
Aggravated_Pineapple t1_j68dtvt wrote
Unfortunately I don’t have any advice but I’m here to commiserate. Feels like a never ending quest
khatidaal t1_j68dncb wrote
Reply to This is what BIFL is really about. Not only does Lee Valley still sell the consumable blade for their old marking gauges (discontinued nearly 20 years ago), it's actually a dollar cheaper than the blade for the new model. by yboy403
2004 was nearly 20 years ago...... Where did the time go :(
ConBroMitch t1_j68dmd5 wrote
Pillows are SO subjective, it’s really difficult to find a source of truth to learn about them etc.
With that said, I’ve been through many, many pillows over the years.
I’ve found I/we like… buckwheat and wool pillows.
I’ve you’ve never tried a buckwheat pillow, I highly recommend one from Hullo. There is a bit of a “learning curve” to the pillow as it’s like sleeping on a beanbag (sort of). The fill is loose inside, so it moves around a bit. You’ll need some trial and error to find the amount of fill you like (you can remove and add fill to fit your body type).
PaulBunyanisfromMI OP t1_j68dlcy wrote
Reply to comment by ObviousB0t in Bought it 15 years ago from an antique store. Replaced the cord, and reshaped the cage (poorly). Been running fine ever since. by PaulBunyanisfromMI
Ok thanks!
GeekyGrannyTexas t1_j68dhru wrote
Reply to comment by Real_TRex_007 in Fresh from Norway, my custom Ekornes Stressless chair by Gerbski
We bought Fjords chairs. They are somewhat less expensive than Ekornes, plus are occasionally discounted by some retailers.
CDN_a t1_j68ddgt wrote
Reply to comment by Junior_Ad2955 in Where can I find the 'real truth' about purchasing pillows? by [deleted]
Yeah ok... interesting... thanks. Seems to me that the my pillow guy and his ilk are now in the same category as hocus pocus stereo salespeople, mattress salespeople and other assorted liars. By the time I'm dead I'll have bought every different variation and enriched every scam artist...lol. For heaven's sake what is the truth?
Gerbski OP t1_j68d0zv wrote
Reply to comment by Thlom in Fresh from Norway, my custom Ekornes Stressless chair by Gerbski
The promised land…
Gerbski OP t1_j68cuk7 wrote
Reply to comment by patrickfatrick in Fresh from Norway, my custom Ekornes Stressless chair by Gerbski
That style in black was our 2nd choice
lonewalker1992 t1_j68cr8b wrote
Reply to comment by GambaKufu in Fresh from Norway, my custom Ekornes Stressless chair by Gerbski
Likely they are superb collectible only ever say them in a guys apartment who has Picasso on the wall
lonewalker1992 t1_j68coos wrote
Reply to comment by W3SL33 in Fresh from Norway, my custom Ekornes Stressless chair by Gerbski
Should buy the lottery after your drop your kid off next who know 🤣
Junior_Ad2955 t1_j68col8 wrote
Reply to comment by CDN_a in Where can I find the 'real truth' about purchasing pillows? by [deleted]
This company does no marketing or sales to give the lowest prices, and they have done that since they start making wool comforters and pillows in 1894, out of the same factory. Don’t get them confused with the new “space” or “cooling” pillows because they are none of that, but are much better.
ConBroMitch t1_j68cmvb wrote
Reply to Electric kettle recommendations by 1212gatez
I hate to be this guy, but it doesn’t exist.
Consider a stovetop kettle for a true BIFL product. Demeyere, Richmond Kettle Company and alessi to name a few classics.
jamesmontanaHD t1_j68cm25 wrote
durability really doesnt matter. a $30 POS Casio lasted me years in the military. its just what you think looks cool
CDN_a t1_j68cdhj wrote
Reply to comment by Junior_Ad2955 in Where can I find the 'real truth' about purchasing pillows? by [deleted]
Lovely... nice to know I got screwed...lol. Yeah well... wool pillows... that's a new one... never heard of it... would prefer to stick with the old school... whatever that is... if it even exists anymore...? There never used to be a jillion different, marketing driven, variations of such a simple thing. But thank you!
[deleted] OP t1_j68f2ie wrote
Reply to Where can I find the 'real truth' about purchasing pillows? by [deleted]
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