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pan567 t1_jbcpb07 wrote

Reply to what should I NOT put in the dishwasher? by NoPressureLife

Most clad (multi-ply) stainless cookware should ideally not go in the dishwasher because the edge is often exposed aluminum and is somewhat more prone to corrosion than stainless steel, especially with more aggressive washing detergents. This is more of a long-term thing, as a few times isn't going to make a big difference, but over many years this can cause a problem in some instances.

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pan567 t1_jbco59b wrote

Reply to best cordless vacuum by cowboy_roy

I have a Dyson V15 Detect. It is 100% NOT a BIFL product, but with a bad back, the thing has been a lifesaver. Of the vacuums that were available, it had some of the best suction performance, and this was necessary because I am often vacuuming up hay, which it can handle, but is also light. Functionally, it works very well, the heads are very well designed, and it has extremely good battery life (+ a replaceable battery). Realistically, I expect around 3-6 years of service life from this type of product. If I get more, great. If not, this vacuum will have saved me a lot of back pain over the duration of its lifespan. Lupe is definitely worth consideration as well. (I ultimately went with the V15 due to the weight difference.)

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devslashnope t1_jbck17y wrote

Reply to $50 on marketplace. Go for it or pass? by Camelot0990

I would not buy it. The minimum height is 30 inches. I am 5’6” and to be ergonomically correct, my desk is set at 23.5 inches. If you are much taller than I am, it might work. Otherwise, you’ll be sitting too high, or your forearms will touch the edge of the desk, which is deleterious to your carpal tunnels.

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redbucket75 t1_jbc4jo3 wrote

Reply to $50 on marketplace. Go for it or pass? by Camelot0990

I have one of these exact desks. I regret paying retail because I honestly just don't use the stand function like I thought I would (I just get up and move while not working lol). But it works fine and for that price I would feel no regret.

Go for it

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ClayPHX t1_jbb7a1d wrote

Reply to best cordless vacuum by cowboy_roy

This is a buy it for life sub, so I think it would be appropriate to mention that cordless vacuums are significantly less “buy it for life” than their corded counterparts. Some will argue batteries can be replaced, and they can in some cases, but that doesn’t change the fact that it will take considerably more effort to keep a cordless vacuum going “for life”.

Corded models will be substantially more reliable over the long term, and if you go with a good brand they will even come with long warranties. A Sebo, for example, will come with a 10yr warranty so you’re pretty much guaranteed to get 10years out of it and likely longer. I don’t think there’s a cordless vacuum on the market that you could expect 10years of use, maybe you’ll get there, but it will likely take considerable effort.

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