r/BuyItForLife

We are focusing on giving gifts to our children that are practical and will last a long time. I’m starting a list and I’d love some input from others.

-boar bristle hair brush

-metal hair pins

-French combs

(I just started with hair supplies first and these are just a few ideas)

Price for the Air filter is not really a matter since it won’t personally cost me neither is filter replacement, with voltage use mattering more. I’ve been looking at Air Doctor and Levoit. I haven’t seen much at all on Air Doctor and they have prices running from $500 and up. Levoit has cheaper prices with more reviews. If they get the same job done with the same performance I might as well stick with the cheaper one. Does anyone currently use any other air filters that they are happy with and would recommend to someone else in a heart beat?

I’m a textbook over-packer that refuses to check bags, so i have a cheap hardshell with a little stretch. It’s been great for several years but rolls terribly! I want to glide through TSA like Kristi Yamaguchi with a hardshell case and not feel confined by the structured exterior of other high-quality options. Please advise.

I’ve been struggling with sleep lately because of noise, so I’m finally looking into getting some earplugs. The problem is I can’t seem to find a good balance between comfort and solid noise blocking.

Right now I’m stuck between Loop Dream, Mack’s Pillow Soft Silicone, and Peace&Quiet PQ Wax earplugs. They all seem to have pros and cons, and I’m not sure which direction to go.

If anyone has tried these (or has other recommendations), I’d really appreciate your input, especially if you’re a side sleeper or sensitive to pressure in your ears.

So, here is where I am. I have a ryobi drill. I don’t have any real issues with it, but when me and my ex were together he had dewalt, and I just felt like it had less kick back if you will. I’m currently getting ready to expand my system, I’m on the starting point of a full home Reno. So many more tools will be purchased, my starting point will be a drill, multi tool, and a saw. I’m wondering if anyone has advice. I’m really looking at either expanding ryobi, or purchasing dewalt. Here are thing I need to keep in mind:

Price (obviously, but most of them seem about the same price)

I have bad hands. I’ve had bilateral carple tunnel surgery, but due to my career choices I have arthritis in both hands at 33yo. I also have fibromyalgia, so the strain on my body is really the biggest factor for me. I’ve looked at it, and it looks like Ryobi tends to physically weigh less than dewalt, but I know that doesn’t actually translate to the strain on the body

I’m short, which means that I will be using a lot of tools while on ladders, as well as being a klutz so they need to be durable

I am wanting tools that are more or less going to last a ‘lifetime’ as I doubt my projects and diys will ever really end.

If you’ve made it this far thank you! I’d love any input. I know ryobi I can get a lot second hand on Facebook, which is kind of concerning, because dewalt doesn’t seem to be sold second hand very often.

Hello, I’m getting married in about 6 months and am looking to get a really good toolkit set to put on the registry. Does anyone have suggestions? Also any other suggestions to put on the registry that might not be so commonly thought of?

I picked up a pretty basic pair of leather boots about 10 years ago, thinking they’d last a couple seasons. They’ve been through rain, snow, daily wear, and a few rough trips. I’ve resoled them once, conditioned the leather occasionally, and that’s about it. They’re not perfect-looking anymore, but honestly that’s part of the appeal now

Made me rethink how much “maintenance” actually extends the life of things

Anyone else have items that lasted way longer than expected with minimal care?

I recently stayed at a Vegas hotel that had the Speakman S-2251 8 jet shower head that I fell in love with.

In researching the 8 jet model and the Icon (6 jet) model, I noticed that the 8 jet model is more than twice as expensive. Is there a reason why?

And would the Icon be sufficient for most homes? I plan on getting the 2.5gpm model. Is that the recommended gpm? I have good flow in my home.

Thanks.

What shoes/ brand would you recommend for people with flat feet?

We have to replace a lot of our furniture that was destroyed in a hurricane after we rebuilt our house. Most of our furniture was solid wood so trying to find a semi affordable replacement. Any feedback back or other ideas on good of brands that are decently affordable? We had antiques or vintage that were destroyed.

trying to look for cannabis jewelry necklaces (like leaf pendants or simple nug style chains)

not really looking for anything super flashy, just something wearable day to day

checked a few random shops online but most either look too cheap or kinda overdone

does anyone know where people usually get these? could be small online stores or anything really Just curious what people actually use for this stuff

Hi everyone,

First time posting here, so let me know if I’m missing any useful info! :)

I’m starting a new job in about a month and need a work backpack mainly for carrying my laptop and daily essentials. However, I have chronic back and neck problems, so ergonomics and support are a real priority for me.

My criteria:

∙Fits a laptop

∙Good back support & nice design

∙Comfortable shoulder straps

∙Lightweight when empty

∙Budget: \~50€

∙I’m based in Belgium, so EU-available brands preferred

Has anyone dealt with similar back issues and found a backpack that genuinely helped? Happy to hear both budget picks and slightly pricier options worth saving up for.

Thanks in advance!

primarily for fine particulate matter, as that's the biggest pollutant in my area.

I am seeking recommendations for a good non-stick pan for induction that isnt awful and will last.

i recently moved, we moved from a ceramic cooktop to an induction...none of our cookware was compatible.

i got a la chessuer pot set and saute pan, brilliant, and then 2 raco frypans, avoided tefal as i feel thsy just never last given their cost.

Plenty of things are fine, but yeah its always thd simple and meant to be 'quick & easy' foods that get screwed up or mangled despite oil or bit of butter.

thanks all

I like the feel of my Egyptian cotton bedsheets, other than the fact they’ve already started bubbling after 2 washes… any recommendations of brands which this doesn’t happen?

I’m rocking 400 tc if that helps.

 April cleaning has me going through last years pieces and realizing half of them make me look tired even though they were supposed to be flattering. I have tried every free seasonal color analysis quiz out there trying to build a personal color palette that works but I still end up donating things. In person help is priced way too high before summer travel. Anyone found a better system that stops the constant purge cycle?

What is the best direct lit mini LED 55 inch tv for £800-900?

Cheers guys