Cool furniture, design objects and desiderata

[Loathing]

There are a few Japanese companies that make really nice watering cans — one is called Negishi. Come in all sizes, in copper, brass or white metal. Traditional looking but I think that’s suitable for a functional object, and Japan does functional beauty extremely well.

There is also an English company called Haws that is quite iconic in England. Again, traditional designs but very functional and will last forever. I think they actually give a lifetime guarantee.

 

[GeneralEmployer]

I think you need handles.

Also, as a practical rule, refilling is easier than lugging around a huge watering can in the home.

Loathing put you on a good path. I'd opt for something like the below. But maybe somebody who knows about this stuff can weigh in (I use an IKEA watering can for reference):

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[brokencycle]

Recommendations on lightweight comforters?

 

[FlyingMonkey]

I kind of like these HAY ones:

They are the worst designed watering cans, in practical terms, that I have ever seen. you need to be able to controls a big watering can with two hands. Seriously, as others have said, function is more important when you are carrying and pouring 2+ gallons of water. I'd put another vote in for Haws, which are by far the best combination of functionality and design. They are expensive but you do get what you pay for here.

 

[brokeassp]

Which haws is nice for indoor plants? Why not just get a multi purpose one instead of a dedicated can?

 

[emptym]

2 gallons seems like too much to carry imo. I just use a cup to water plants but have always liked the looks of this $2 Ikea model:

@brokencycle, wool blankets > comforters, imo. I sweat under comforters, but my wife prefers them. I think we have whatever thewirecutter recommended.

 

[double00]

2L is like 4.5 lbs of water plus whatever the receptacle weighs, so something two-handed. the hay seems inadequate.

 

[Joffrey]

I use a 2 liquid cup measuring cup to water my plants

 

[otc]

Well I'm not looking for that big, just something more like 3l or 1 gallon....

The person I'm giving it to already waters with a gallon milk jug, it is just hard to water some of their plants without spilling because you can't slip the mouth past the leaves.

I ended up ordering this one, we'll see how it works. https://bloomscape.com/product/larg...BjPrVe9DCCg4aGbOaFaDzuWTO36xkQiRoCdaQQAvD_BwE

 

[Gibonius]

It always blows my mind how expensive these mail-order houseplant places are. 95% of the options are available at Home Depot for a third of that price.

I hate shopping in person in general, but it's one place where brick and mortar is still king unless you want something rare. Even worse with outdoor plants, you can get much larger and more mature plants for the same price local vs shipping.

 

[brokencycle]

It always blows my mind how expensive these mail-order houseplant places are. 95% of the options are available at Home Depot for a third of that price.

I hate shopping in person in general, but it's one place where brick and mortar is still king unless you want something rare. Even worse with outdoor plants, you can get much larger and more mature plants for the same price local vs shipping.

We have local places if you go sightly outside the triangle that make the big box places look expensive.

 

[GeneralEmployer]

Well I'm not looking for that big, just something more like 3l or 1 gallon....

The person I'm giving it to already waters with a gallon milk jug, it is just hard to water some of their plants without spilling because you can't slip the mouth past the leaves.

I ended up ordering this one, we'll see how it works. https://bloomscape.com/product/large-watering-can/?utm_source=Google Shopping&utm_campaign=Google Shopping Feed&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=240239&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&gclid=CjwKCAjwgZuDBhBTEiwAXNofRAFJ-qOZhvCCjVj99yj-ehBjPrVe9DCCg4aGbOaFaDzuWTO36xkQiRoCdaQQAvD_BwE

Wait a second...let me get this straight: You read poasters' feedback and then you incorporated this feedback into what was a reasonably prompt decision? ARE U TRYING TO KILL THIS THREAK111111111111

I hate shopping in person in general, but it's one place where brick and mortar is still king unless you want something rare.

BC is 100% right that big box is not where you want for plants. Local, local, local –– if not for quality, then for value. But since giant corporations have bared their teeth and are now trying to take over the world and are hocking cheap garbage (Amazon, for one), B&M is significantly better for a host of items. I urge poasters to shop in the flesh and use the check out aisles where people need to check you out. THIS IS HUMANITY'S FINAL STAND11111111

 

[Gibonius]

BC is 100% right that big box is not where you want for plants. Local, local, local –– if not for quality, then for value. But since giant corporations have bared their teeth and are now trying to take over the world and are hocking cheap garbage (Amazon, for one), B&M is significantly better for a host of items. I urge poasters to shop in the flesh and use the check out aisles where people need to check you out. THIS IS HUMANITY'S FINAL STAND11111111

I whole heartedly endorse this sentiment, especially in this arena, given that my family's business is retail landscaping.

 

[Desi]

2 gallons seems like too much to carry imo. I just use a cup to water plants but have always liked the looks of this $2 Ikea model: View attachment 1586655

This is what I use but in the cream white color.

 

[kindofyoung]

Just wanted to share this awesome microwave I stumbled upon in a swedish TV kitchen ad from 1969.