I have a nice quiet Everflo Oxygen Concentrator, but it was hard to tell since all I could hear was the water bubbling in the humidifier bottle. I got this bubble humidifier after my 3rd generic bubble humidifier replacement in a short time, they kept cracking; the water would drain all over the floor and I didn't know right away that I wasn't getting enough oxygen until I felt sick. I decided to investigate other products.
I have been using Salter tubing, swivel connectors & nasal canulas and saw their bubble humidifier. Right away some things made sense, for instance water kept going up the tubing and into my nose, very unpleasant; they call it rain out because of the dome lid design, rain out is minimized. The "connecting tower design" increases resistance to damage and seems much stronger than my no name bottle. Also, I had to constantly wipe my nose with my previous humidifier, but with the Salter Labs bubble humidifier hydrates my breathing passages but doesn't overdo it. It's almost like the water droplets are much smaller. The icing on the cake is that this bottle is so much quieter!
I plan to be using only these from now on!
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Thursday, August 28, 2014
Cheap Water Cartridge - Cigar Oasis & Cigar Oasis XL Short Water Cartridge
The short cartridge is slightly shorter than what my Cigar Oasis came with. But it actually fits better in my humidor and seems to last just as long. I love the Cigar Oasis and this replacement cartridge just allows me a love it longer. It's well worth the price.
Monday, August 18, 2014
Discount Bryant/Carrier FILXXFNC-0021 Cartridge Filter
The exact replacements for the original filters that were installed in my Carrier system. The best price I could find anywhere local or online! Great packaging and shipping! I will definitely buy these in the future!
Monday, May 19, 2014
Hunter 31008 Microban Ultrasonic Small Room Humidifier Reviews
This works perfectly, i have a 12'x16'x8'room and on the lowest setting it keeps my room at about 30-40% humidity. This unit it silent and runs about 1 day+ on a tank full.
however, I'm going to have to use this in a different space in my home. It is loud and makes bubbling noises, even on the lowest setting. I can even hear the motor running. I have had it for two months now hoping I would get use to it, but I just can't. It has affected my quality of sleep.
This will work great in my living room, but not in a bedroom. Even my husband who is hard of hearing is kept awake by it.
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Has worked very well so far. My daughter's room is 11 X 11 and the output control on this does the work well. I use a rubberized sheet on the carpet under the humidifier. The unit is simple enough to clean. And I use vinegar to clean the inside container. My wife and I are very happy with the purchase.Best Deals for Hunter 31008 Microban Ultrasonic Small Room Humidifier
the unit works great in my 12 X 16 bedroom. Keeps my sinuses happy. If you follow the cleaning instructions, it will stay mold free and work well.however, I'm going to have to use this in a different space in my home. It is loud and makes bubbling noises, even on the lowest setting. I can even hear the motor running. I have had it for two months now hoping I would get use to it, but I just can't. It has affected my quality of sleep.
This will work great in my living room, but not in a bedroom. Even my husband who is hard of hearing is kept awake by it.
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Not completely satisfied. Output is weak. Although the output is silent, there is a fairly loud dripping sound as the water enters the bottom of the unit from the tank that is disturbing if you use the unit while sleeping.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Hunter 31008 Microban Ultrasonic Small Room Humidifier
I love the quiet, cool mist. Great for bedside or desk top at work. I would like the tank to be a smidgen larger but then it wouldn't be so amall. At work I have to fill using a gallon jug so the small fill hole can be tricky. At home the fill hole is perfect for a sink faucet. The tank lasts about 8 hours full blast. The adjustable mist control is also a plus.
Monday, April 14, 2014
Review of Hunter 30793 PermaLife Large Room Air Purifier with Permanent Filter
After doing a lot of research online for a good air purifier that was reasonable in price for a large room I decided to purchase this one. I have it now for 1 week and I love it! Within the first hour of plugging it in you feel the difference in the room and the air is very fresh. I have a large 750 sq. foot room that I keep the air purifier in and even on the other side of the room you can feel the air circulating. I'm very happy with this product!
We run it on high during the day and low at night. I don't have other purifiers to compare it to, but during the day the sound of it is pretty apparent, like running a table fan. At night we can hear it as well, but it's not too loud for us by any stretch; it sounds more like a static noise machine designed to help drown out noise to help you sleep. We have two small kids, and are still more than able to hear them calling out for us in the middle of the night. :)
Our bedroom is about 270 sq. feet, so we had to use a bigger purifier than many of the residential quality ones on here are rated for. We didn't want to break the bank, and would prefer not to pay $50 for a replacement filter in a few months. With it's permanent filter (and affordable replaceable pre-filters) this one has fit the bill!
I RUN IT 24/7 AND MY HOME HAS NEVER SMELT OR LOOKED BETTER. JUST THINK OF ALL THOSE IMPURITIES WE WERE BRETHING IN.
I BUYING ANOTHER FOR THE UPSTAIRS BEDROOMS.
Hunter 30793 PermaLife Large Room Air Purifier with Permanent Filter
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We live in West Texas, where blowing dust is a part of life for much of the year. Our bedroom was the worst room in the house in this regard, and could realistically be dusted every three days or so. And that's not being picky, that's looking at the furniture and seeing a visible layer of dust. We set up this purifier, dusted our room, and after about a full MONTH started to notice dust gathering on furniture. The pre-filter was pretty dirty, so I'm not sure if we just let it get overloaded or if that'll be the normal length of time that it takes to gather dust.We run it on high during the day and low at night. I don't have other purifiers to compare it to, but during the day the sound of it is pretty apparent, like running a table fan. At night we can hear it as well, but it's not too loud for us by any stretch; it sounds more like a static noise machine designed to help drown out noise to help you sleep. We have two small kids, and are still more than able to hear them calling out for us in the middle of the night. :)
Our bedroom is about 270 sq. feet, so we had to use a bigger purifier than many of the residential quality ones on here are rated for. We didn't want to break the bank, and would prefer not to pay $50 for a replacement filter in a few months. With it's permanent filter (and affordable replaceable pre-filters) this one has fit the bill!
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I HAVE A 1860'S HOME AND 4 DOGS. FOR SOME REASON THE DUST IN THIS HOUSE IS OVERWHELMING. I WAS ABLE TO SEE THE DUST AND AIR PARTICLES IN THE RAYS OF SUN COMING IN THE WINDOW. PLUS I HAD TO DUST ALMOST EVERY OTHER DAY. THE AMOUT OF DUST THAT COLLECTED WAS INSANE. I DECIDED TO PURCHASE THIS AIR PURIFIER, AND LIKE MAGIC THE DUST IS GONE, AND THE NEED TO DUST IS MINIMAL. THIS PRODUCT IS OUTSTANDING..QUIET..VERY LITTLE MAINTANENCE. THE BEST PART IS YOU CAN ACTUALLY SMELL THE CLEAN FRESH AIR WHEN YOU WALK INTO THE ROOM. IT'S CONSTANTLY CHANGING THE AIR.I RUN IT 24/7 AND MY HOME HAS NEVER SMELT OR LOOKED BETTER. JUST THINK OF ALL THOSE IMPURITIES WE WERE BRETHING IN.
I BUYING ANOTHER FOR THE UPSTAIRS BEDROOMS.
Hunter 30793 PermaLife Large Room Air Purifier with Permanent Filter
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I love Hunter. I have owned almost all other brands and Hunter is simply the best. This is my second one with a permanent filter. I have three dogs, live on a dirt road and have severe allergies/asthma. These do the trick for me. I highly recommend.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Hunter 30793 PermaLife Large Room Air Purifier with Permanent Filter
This is a reasonably well constructed unit and would probably work okay for dust removal; however, it does not work well for allergen removal. The permanent filter does not have a rubber seal to ensure air does not bypass the filter. The hard plastic case of the filter rests against the hard plastic case of the device housing. Hard plastic against hard plastic does not create a good air seal and has to compromise the already low CADR rating for smoke, dust, and dander. I'm doing further research to find an air filter more suited to meeting my needs. What I've discovered so far is: 1) Don't use the customer review ratings as the only factor in deciding which air filter to buy. I respect these people, but after ordering and trying four different units highly rated by consumers and finding them quite disappointing (this unit was one of them), their reviews sometimes leave me wondering. 2) Don't just use the media hype to find a purifier that is right for you. Media hype is just that. 3) Here are a couple of web sites that might be helpful: or perhaps: 4) Take advantage of Amazon's 30 day return policy. If it doesn't work right or do what you were led to believe it would, send it back. I've seen several customer reviews where things don't work right and the people don't return the product and eat the cost. I typically have to pay the return shipping, but I believe that is a reasonable trade.Friday, February 21, 2014
XL Solar Pool Shower, 9.2gal, modular Reviews
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This product is trash. Absolute rubbish. It is so cheaply built. I went along with my pool builder's recommendation and had this unit installed. There is no water tightness when assembled. When assembled, water gushes out of the middle of the pole, the section where the two halves are joined. We had a plumber try all sorts of water sealing techniques, and none of them worked. Run away from this Chinese company. They are definitely not testing their own products. This product is made-in-china garbage. If you value your money, definitely don't even think about "pool-n-sun".
If 0 (zero) stars was an option, that's what I would have given it.
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I installed this for a friend and it works great. Had only one problem with the hose connection on the bottom of the shower was leaking. I figured out that the connection is female pipe threads and not female hose threads, not in the instruction. I used a short pipe nipple with a fitting for conecting a hose and there was no leak. Last week, 5 people used it back to back to wash off being in the lake.Best Deals for XL Solar Pool Shower, 9.2gal, modular
Easy to set up and enjoyed by everyone. So great to get out of the pool and take a lovely warm shower outside. Love it!!Honest reviews on XL Solar Pool Shower, 9.2gal, modular
We live in central FL and wanted an outdoor shower to use in the colder months. I must say, this shower is great! It doesn't come with a stand so you will need to bolt it to the pool deck or something like it. We bolted it to a paver and just put it beside the pool deck. Based on another review, I got a black hose to run from the spigot so there would be a little more hot water.We haven't had much issue with leaking and the setup was super easy. You will need a drill, a socket set, and a pair of pliers. The teflon tape is even included.
The capacity is pretty good and will last two showers (if you turn the water off between soap up and rinse) without much problem. The only downside is that the water cools off rather quickly when the sun goes down. If you want a nice, hot shower in the winter, catch it before sundown for sure. There is no insulation on the column so that's why I didn't give it 5 stars. I little more effort could have made this thing spectacular.
All in all, we love it. It looks nice and we bought a bamboo mat to go with it. I would recommend you get a mat, a 50' or more black hose and a t-fitting for the spigot. Other than that, you will be good to go!
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The pool shower is sitting in the blistering hot sun all day, and still, no hot or even warm water. The black "quick garden hose connector" does not hold the garden hose, water pressure pulls the garden hose out of it.Tried connecting the regular sized garden hose directly, but it seems to large to fit the pool shower connector, so water sprays out everywhere. Tried plumbers putty and white plumbers tape, but nothing works. Wasted my time. Shipping item back today.
Monday, December 30, 2013
Buy White-Rodgers 21D83M-843 Integrated Fan Control Board OEM
My furnace was having an issue starting during the inducer sequence. I was able to tap on one of the relays to get the inducer motor to run. I determined the board was bad. Apparently my previous board (lb 109531a) is obsolete and this is the replacement. I looked into the white Rogers 50a65-843, which probably would have worked but seemed cheap. This board is almost an exact replacement thus very easy to install. It is a little larger but all the wire placement is exactly the same, except the flame sensor which goes in the middle of the new board. The wiring schematic and led error codes are exactly the same. Wish it were a little cheaper, but overall I'm satisfied.
Sunday, November 24, 2013
Fisher-Price Zen Collection Gliding Bassinet Review
I chose to buy this after doing a lot of research and reading a lot of reviews on various sites. Unfortunately, I found a lot of reviews seem to gloss over the important to know flaws and focus on the not so important stuff. As a mom of three awaiting my fourth, I have been around the baby product block MANY a time. The reviews I've read seem to make light of the noticable functionality flaws and make this product seem like a better buy than it really is, no offense intended to other reviewers, just my opinon.
Positives:
1) Nice looking overall; fabric is not cheap, well put together (see cons as well)
2) Gliding motion works ok and the music is quite nice (see cons as well)
3) A sturdy product, you don't worry about it falling apart with baby in it
4) An ok price for a FULL size, BIG bassinet, especially with free shipping. If it goes on sale for cheaper after you purchase it contact customer service for a price adjustment...Amazon is notorious for doing this! (see cons as well)
5) Large size is great for larger babies (like mine) who tend to outgrow smaller, more portable size bassinets quickly.
Negatives:
1) (As another commenter mentioned) The sounds play only for a pre-set time, then you have to hit the button again, a remote would have been a good idea.
2) The gliding motion while it does glide, is a bit noisy and a little less than smooth for my comfort level.
3) The colors overall are misrepresented in the picture. The legs appear black and some of the fabric appear a yellowish color. In actuality the fabric is a lime-ish green and all metal is brown and wood almost a cherry/ brown.
4) This is a very big and heavy bassinet. Measure your space before buying and compare to the measurements listed. It is not one you will want to bring up and downstairs but rather leave in one place.
5) While it has wheels to roll it around on one side of the legs, they don't work very well and the legs scratched my laminate floor.
6) The mattress was my breaking point...it is stiff, thin and hard. The included sheet is scratchy even after washing. I would most likely have purchased one of those foam inserts that help with flat head syndrome as I don't feel this mattress is at all adequate. Anyone who says the mattress is good, comfortable or adequate...OY!? A serious oversight by Fisher-Price!
7) The fabrics do not come off easily in any respects. You will spend a lot of time unscrewing fabrics from the frame if you get anything on them and aren't happy with just wiping the stains with a cloth (think spit up, poop explosions, pet hair, dustiness etc.)
Overall ok, but just like in the past with other Fisher-Price products (and as I said, this is my fourth baby and have been through MANY a product change), I am certain they will fix these issues and come up with an overall better product.
I sold this bassinet privately to someone who was a little more happy with it than I was, and they got to see it in person/measure it and their space before buying it. I purchased something else; a large cradle by Green Tree Frog designs that came with a real Sealy mattress and gorgeous accessories, that I love for a similar price on sale.
Hope this helps...
Pros:
Nice looking, not chintzy in appearance, good quality
Built-in sounds are good, our baby actually likes the heartbeat soundnever thought those would really work, but he cries the second it comes off (at one month old, anyway).
Back/forth motion seems to help if he is a little restless, although it's no substitute for holding him
Cons:
the sounds play only for a pre-set time, then you have to hit the button againlike I said, our guy cries instantly, whether he seems asleep or not, the second the sounds stop. And the sounds only play for a few minutes before they turn off. I don't believe there is a way to change this.
the motion is a little noisy in my opinion, not terrible, but certainly not dead quiet.
the color choice is what it is, no way to choose or change it. it doesn't match anything in our house, but that's just the way it is.
a tad bit smaller (actual bassinet part) than some cheaper alternativesour boy may grow out of it fairly soon, because he is long.
Overall, nice, but the next version should be better if they fix these issues.
Mattress Very, very thin. Smells like chemicals (made of vinyl and polyurethane foam). The mattress is oval and measures 17" across and 27" long. Vinyl contains a chemical called phthalates (used to make the plastic pliable) which has been liked to health problems, including possible male reproductive defects. Vinyl & foam also off-gas harmful VOC's. In fact, certain major retailers are no longer carrying vinyl shower curtains for this reason. Definitely let this whole thing air out for as long as you can before putting baby in it. After having this bassinet sitting assembled for over a month before my baby arrived, the inside of the bassinet basket (baby's sleeping area) still smells like chemicals. I think it's a combination of the mattress and the particle board base under it. This is a major negative for me.
Sheet One sheet is included. It is about as stiff and scratchy as you can get, even after washing.
Features The gliding mechanism seems to work ok and doesn't make a huge amount of noise (mine doesn't click at all). There is some noise though it sounds like a rhythmic, grinding motor. The sounds from the speaker seem to be of good quality (nature noise, music, or heartbeat).
Other issues When you are not using the gliding feature, the bassinet basket seems to wobble if you touch it. (feels loose) I find this annoying when trying to pat my baby on the back to settle him and the whole bed is wobbling and making noise. Also, you have to rely on battery power only, with no plug in option.
In hindsight, I wish I would have just purchased a basic co-sleeper unit and kept things simple. Although this bassinet looks great, it takes up too much room and isn't large enough inside to last very long. The chemical smell really bothers me, so I haven't used it very much and plan to sell it soon. I wish I could have seen it in a store before buying.
So we liked this one because it was heavier weight-wise, and more secure. But we also do not move it from room to room. We also love the neutral color scheme that fits in nicely with our home. The bassinet is very aesthetically pleasing, and the shelf below is perfect for storing diapers, blankets, washable changing pad, and anything else you might need in the middle of the night.
The gliding noise is fine for us and not bothersome. We like that it glides, and the motor also provides gentle "white noise" that newborns can appreciate along with the musical selections. Something that moves is so much more effective for crying newborns who prefer rocking and swinging to stationary sleep.
The big CONS for this product...and what garnished it only 3 stars from us (almost 2!), are the mattress and sheet that come with it. They are both just awful! The mattress is about as thick as a deflated plastic tire-tube and has no padding or support whatsoever (you can actually fold it multiple times). And the sheet covering the mattress is paper thin (literally see-through) and scratchy. Because neither is a standard oval bassinet size (clearly an intentional design by Fisher Price!), we had to custom order a new mattress, waterproof pad, and sheets from Naturepedic, which will cost us an additional $260 on top of the cost of the bassinet!!! We like the bassinet design so much that we will pay it, but it's a terrible thing to have to do, after spending $200+ on the bassinet already.
Because this is a new product from Fisher Price, there are no additional mattresses, pads, or sheets available to order easily if at all, and one sheet is not enough! So you either are stuck with the terrible one or have to spend twice the money to order nicer custom ones. Maybe we are being picky, but for $250 I expected better quality.
Finally, what would make the product nicer is if it had a built in light somewhere, so in the middle of the night you can more easily see your baby and pick him or her up for feedings / changing, without having to light up the entire room. A lot of bassinets have these, and it's a nice functional accessory. I am surprised this bassinette does not.
All in all, this is still a nice produce and much better than a lot of what is out there. But....for the more expensive price, we expected more. Fisher Price needs to improve the mattress (make it at least an inch thick!), the sheet, and provide additional bedding options available for order because one thin sheet isn't enough for a newborn who will undoubtely have diaper leaks and spit up all over it!
Positives:
1) Nice looking overall; fabric is not cheap, well put together (see cons as well)
2) Gliding motion works ok and the music is quite nice (see cons as well)
3) A sturdy product, you don't worry about it falling apart with baby in it
4) An ok price for a FULL size, BIG bassinet, especially with free shipping. If it goes on sale for cheaper after you purchase it contact customer service for a price adjustment...Amazon is notorious for doing this! (see cons as well)
5) Large size is great for larger babies (like mine) who tend to outgrow smaller, more portable size bassinets quickly.
Negatives:
1) (As another commenter mentioned) The sounds play only for a pre-set time, then you have to hit the button again, a remote would have been a good idea.
2) The gliding motion while it does glide, is a bit noisy and a little less than smooth for my comfort level.
3) The colors overall are misrepresented in the picture. The legs appear black and some of the fabric appear a yellowish color. In actuality the fabric is a lime-ish green and all metal is brown and wood almost a cherry/ brown.
4) This is a very big and heavy bassinet. Measure your space before buying and compare to the measurements listed. It is not one you will want to bring up and downstairs but rather leave in one place.
5) While it has wheels to roll it around on one side of the legs, they don't work very well and the legs scratched my laminate floor.
6) The mattress was my breaking point...it is stiff, thin and hard. The included sheet is scratchy even after washing. I would most likely have purchased one of those foam inserts that help with flat head syndrome as I don't feel this mattress is at all adequate. Anyone who says the mattress is good, comfortable or adequate...OY!? A serious oversight by Fisher-Price!
7) The fabrics do not come off easily in any respects. You will spend a lot of time unscrewing fabrics from the frame if you get anything on them and aren't happy with just wiping the stains with a cloth (think spit up, poop explosions, pet hair, dustiness etc.)
Overall ok, but just like in the past with other Fisher-Price products (and as I said, this is my fourth baby and have been through MANY a product change), I am certain they will fix these issues and come up with an overall better product.
I sold this bassinet privately to someone who was a little more happy with it than I was, and they got to see it in person/measure it and their space before buying it. I purchased something else; a large cradle by Green Tree Frog designs that came with a real Sealy mattress and gorgeous accessories, that I love for a similar price on sale.
Hope this helps...
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Ok I do agree with others about the color, but I like this somewhat lime looking color better than the yellow bee look in these pictures. I read all of these reviews and was about to not buy this model. I looked at others like this and didn't like them at all. I am really glade I went with my gut and bought this model. I read a review about the storage basket cover was not able to come off without cutting it off to wash, A LIE. there are little brackets on both sides that release and the cover comes right off. The Pad is not very padded if I am going to lay on it, but the doctors tell you to not use a soft padding because of SIDS. the pad is ok. I also read a review about the size was very bulky. I Like big things I really thought by the reviews it was going to be bigger. I love the size and really love the size of the storage basket. If you need extra storage for diapers and other things this model has it. I didn't think it was black I really thought it was all cherry wood and that was what I really wanted. I think the metal legs are better then the wood would have been. The smell you hear a review talk about is not the cemicals in the material it is from being stored with the partical boards that are the top to the glider and the bottom to the storage basket. I have not yet used the bassinet for the child I bought it for because he will not be her untill August, but his big sister loves it. the max weight says 25, she is 21.5 lbs and it does great with her. she is 2 and likes to move alot so when she moves alot it does make a catch noise like the gears are slipping. all in all I would not have any dought about buying this product. I do wish it had 4 wheels instead of just 2, it would make it a little more moveable in small corners. It is not really a bassinet that is for going up and down stairs all the time. you can do it, but it is a little heavy. Box and all materials weighed 48 pounds. I love this product I hope you will too.Best Deals for Fisher-Price Zen Collection Gliding Bassinet
We chose this over a standard furniture bassinet, or the one by Eddie Bauer that is carried by Babies 'R Us and Target. It is better looking than those, and the motion / sounds made it seem like a good buy.Pros:
Nice looking, not chintzy in appearance, good quality
Built-in sounds are good, our baby actually likes the heartbeat soundnever thought those would really work, but he cries the second it comes off (at one month old, anyway).
Back/forth motion seems to help if he is a little restless, although it's no substitute for holding him
Cons:
the sounds play only for a pre-set time, then you have to hit the button againlike I said, our guy cries instantly, whether he seems asleep or not, the second the sounds stop. And the sounds only play for a few minutes before they turn off. I don't believe there is a way to change this.
the motion is a little noisy in my opinion, not terrible, but certainly not dead quiet.
the color choice is what it is, no way to choose or change it. it doesn't match anything in our house, but that's just the way it is.
a tad bit smaller (actual bassinet part) than some cheaper alternativesour boy may grow out of it fairly soon, because he is long.
Overall, nice, but the next version should be better if they fix these issues.
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Size The entire bassinet is bigger than I thought it would be. The handles on the sides really stick out, so make sure you have enough room. When assembled, it is about 40" wide and 36" tall (56" tall inc canopy). However, the actual sleeping area inside of the bassinet seems smaller than others I have seen. I would say that almost all babies will outgrow this before 3 months old.Mattress Very, very thin. Smells like chemicals (made of vinyl and polyurethane foam). The mattress is oval and measures 17" across and 27" long. Vinyl contains a chemical called phthalates (used to make the plastic pliable) which has been liked to health problems, including possible male reproductive defects. Vinyl & foam also off-gas harmful VOC's. In fact, certain major retailers are no longer carrying vinyl shower curtains for this reason. Definitely let this whole thing air out for as long as you can before putting baby in it. After having this bassinet sitting assembled for over a month before my baby arrived, the inside of the bassinet basket (baby's sleeping area) still smells like chemicals. I think it's a combination of the mattress and the particle board base under it. This is a major negative for me.
Sheet One sheet is included. It is about as stiff and scratchy as you can get, even after washing.
Features The gliding mechanism seems to work ok and doesn't make a huge amount of noise (mine doesn't click at all). There is some noise though it sounds like a rhythmic, grinding motor. The sounds from the speaker seem to be of good quality (nature noise, music, or heartbeat).
Other issues When you are not using the gliding feature, the bassinet basket seems to wobble if you touch it. (feels loose) I find this annoying when trying to pat my baby on the back to settle him and the whole bed is wobbling and making noise. Also, you have to rely on battery power only, with no plug in option.
In hindsight, I wish I would have just purchased a basic co-sleeper unit and kept things simple. Although this bassinet looks great, it takes up too much room and isn't large enough inside to last very long. The chemical smell really bothers me, so I haven't used it very much and plan to sell it soon. I wish I could have seen it in a store before buying.
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We ordered this bassinet on a whim because, after seeting it in person, it was sturdier and so much better made than most of the other bassinets and co-sleepers on the market. We originally ordered a co-sleeper, but it arrived already-broken in the box and was so flimsy with warped plastic. And so many of the other bassinets we've considered were all plastic and completely flimsy in person...our dog could knock them over in a heartbeat! We wanted something that would last, was sturdy, and that we could use again.So we liked this one because it was heavier weight-wise, and more secure. But we also do not move it from room to room. We also love the neutral color scheme that fits in nicely with our home. The bassinet is very aesthetically pleasing, and the shelf below is perfect for storing diapers, blankets, washable changing pad, and anything else you might need in the middle of the night.
The gliding noise is fine for us and not bothersome. We like that it glides, and the motor also provides gentle "white noise" that newborns can appreciate along with the musical selections. Something that moves is so much more effective for crying newborns who prefer rocking and swinging to stationary sleep.
The big CONS for this product...and what garnished it only 3 stars from us (almost 2!), are the mattress and sheet that come with it. They are both just awful! The mattress is about as thick as a deflated plastic tire-tube and has no padding or support whatsoever (you can actually fold it multiple times). And the sheet covering the mattress is paper thin (literally see-through) and scratchy. Because neither is a standard oval bassinet size (clearly an intentional design by Fisher Price!), we had to custom order a new mattress, waterproof pad, and sheets from Naturepedic, which will cost us an additional $260 on top of the cost of the bassinet!!! We like the bassinet design so much that we will pay it, but it's a terrible thing to have to do, after spending $200+ on the bassinet already.
Because this is a new product from Fisher Price, there are no additional mattresses, pads, or sheets available to order easily if at all, and one sheet is not enough! So you either are stuck with the terrible one or have to spend twice the money to order nicer custom ones. Maybe we are being picky, but for $250 I expected better quality.
Finally, what would make the product nicer is if it had a built in light somewhere, so in the middle of the night you can more easily see your baby and pick him or her up for feedings / changing, without having to light up the entire room. A lot of bassinets have these, and it's a nice functional accessory. I am surprised this bassinette does not.
All in all, this is still a nice produce and much better than a lot of what is out there. But....for the more expensive price, we expected more. Fisher Price needs to improve the mattress (make it at least an inch thick!), the sheet, and provide additional bedding options available for order because one thin sheet isn't enough for a newborn who will undoubtely have diaper leaks and spit up all over it!
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