FORTers' consumer reports - Page 67

ClosetRTWatcher · 08-13-2009, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by rgw718

Does anyone have an opinion about the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser? I thought it would be handy to keep by the sink for quick kitchen cleanups. I had it about two days, and then I noticed that it was raggedy and about to fall apart. My husband had used it for some job. All I can say is, that thing isn't very sturdy! I think I should have stuck with an ordinary sponge.

I really like them, but if your husband used it for a tough job I'm not surprised it ended up in poor condition. Unlike a sponge, they tend to disappear/dissolve as you use them - kind of like an eraser! They are really great for stuff like getting scuff marks off walls or permanent marker off of counters or tables, but I wouldn't use them in place of a regular sponge for something like washing countertops.

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MamaC · 08-13-2009, 01:14 AM

One time, my sister tried using a Magic Eraser on her carpet to remove what one of her daughter's had done with a marker. It may have even been a Scripto marker. The stains came out so easily, we were both rather impressed.

A few years later, she also noticed same daughter had managed to draw on one of her brand new expensive end tables. This time was definitely with a Scripto! Got out the Magic Eraser and it came right out. Did not ruin the furniture or the finish.

I have used them around the house, and they do disintergrate, but I love them. I find that they will get out some kinds of stains that other things won't.

prhoshay · 08-13-2009, 10:06 AM

Has anyone used or heard anything about the Magic Jack?

ClosetRTWatcher · 08-13-2009, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by prhoshay

Has anyone used or heard anything about the Magic Jack?

I have not heard about this tool specifically, but I can say that I switched to VOIP phone service thru my cable company and I have been quite satisfied with it.

I did find a very detailed accounting of one person's experience that is followed up with a lot of comments, both positive and negative. From what I read it seems like a lot of people are quite happy with how it works, but customer service may be a concern. If you're up for reading a little (or a lot), here is the link...
Magic Jack - Not A Bad Gadget for Free Calling But Forget About Customer Service if a Billing Error is Made

inthegarden · 08-13-2009, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by rgw718

Does anyone have an opinion about the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser? I thought it would be handy to keep by the sink for quick kitchen cleanups. I had it about two days, and then I noticed that it was raggedy and about to fall apart. My husband had used it for some job. All I can say is, that thing isn't very sturdy! I think I should have stuck with an ordinary sponge.

I love them

, they are great for removing soap scum from the bathtub, showers,shower doors and sinks without scratching and removing scuff marks and fingerprints from walls. I usually cut mine into two pieces to make them last longer.

Has anyone noticed how the price on petfood has risen and the pounds per bag has been reduced.

rgw718 · 08-14-2009, 08:02 AM

Thanks for the info about the Magic Eraser, everyone!

My in-laws use the Magic Jack and like it.

I have noticed those rising dog food prices, for sure. Why are chewie bones so darned expensive now?

SuperBrat · 08-16-2009, 11:03 PM

I just want to let everybody know... I have converted my mother to the way of the Pedegg

MamaC · 08-17-2009, 01:56 AM

I wanted to get my mom a PedEgg, but read in the instructions that diabetics cannot use them. So that was the end of that for my mom!

Glad to hear about another PedEgg lover, SB!

NotACrazyFan · 08-17-2009, 11:19 AM

I love Mr Cleans Magic Eraser!! That being said they aren't sturdy at all. I use it in the bathroom. It does a great job cleaning the sink and tub. It gets pretty torn up easily though, which makes me sad since they cost more then regular sponge's.

I love the Ped Egg! It'll never replace a regular pedicure for me because I love them so much, but I like it for between pedicures.

prhoshay · 08-17-2009, 11:34 AM

The trick with using the PedEgg is that you have to use it with an extremely light touch. That's the live and learn curve, for us non-diabetics. I've overdone it more than once before I got the hint!

08-13-2009, 01:14 AM	#662
MamaC addicted Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NY Age: 54 Posts: 2,363	Re: FORTers' consumer reports One time, my sister tried using a Magic Eraser on her carpet to remove what one of her daughter's had done with a marker. It may have even been a Scripto marker. The stains came out so easily, we were both rather impressed. A few years later, she also noticed same daughter had managed to draw on one of her brand new expensive end tables. This time was definitely with a Scripto! Got out the Magic Eraser and it came right out. Did not ruin the furniture or the finish. I have used them around the house, and they do disintergrate, but I love them. I find that they will get out some kinds of stains that other things won't.

08-13-2009, 10:06 AM	#663
prhoshay Signed, Sealed, Delivered Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Right Here, Right Now Posts: 13,803	Re: FORTers' consumer reports Has anyone used or heard anything about the Magic Jack? __________________ "...each affects the other, and the other affects the next, and the world is full of stories, but the stories are all one." - Mitch Albom, one helluva writer You are the only person responsible for your happiness.

08-14-2009, 08:02 AM	#666
rgw718 FORT Regular Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 68	Re: FORTers' consumer reports Thanks for the info about the Magic Eraser, everyone! My in-laws use the Magic Jack and like it. I have noticed those rising dog food prices, for sure. Why are chewie bones so darned expensive now?

08-16-2009, 11:03 PM	#667
SuperBrat Aint I a lil devil? Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Seattle Age: 27 Posts: 1,019	Re: FORTers' consumer reports I just want to let everybody know... I have converted my mother to the way of the Pedegg __________________ Pink Elephants on Parade!

08-17-2009, 01:56 AM	#668
MamaC addicted Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NY Age: 54 Posts: 2,363	Re: FORTers' consumer reports I wanted to get my mom a PedEgg, but read in the instructions that diabetics cannot use them. So that was the end of that for my mom! Glad to hear about another PedEgg lover, SB!

08-17-2009, 11:19 AM	#669
NotACrazyFan FORT Regular Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 78	Re: FORTers' consumer reports I love Mr Cleans Magic Eraser!! That being said they aren't sturdy at all. I use it in the bathroom. It does a great job cleaning the sink and tub. It gets pretty torn up easily though, which makes me sad since they cost more then regular sponge's. I love the Ped Egg! It'll never replace a regular pedicure for me because I love them so much, but I like it for between pedicures.

08-17-2009, 11:34 AM	#670
prhoshay Signed, Sealed, Delivered Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Right Here, Right Now Posts: 13,803	Re: FORTers' consumer reports The trick with using the PedEgg is that you have to use it with an extremely light touch. That's the live and learn curve, for us non-diabetics. I've overdone it more than once before I got the hint! __________________ "...each affects the other, and the other affects the next, and the world is full of stories, but the stories are all one." - Mitch Albom, one helluva writer You are the only person responsible for your happiness.