

Filter/softener attachment for an espresso machine tank? [espresso machine]
My espresso machine has a 3L tank with 8mm x 5mm tubing to pull into the pump. I'm looking for a filter/softener to both treat the water AND filter out any gunk/sediment (there's a small amount coming back out the OPV outlet).
Does anyone have recommendations for a product that could work? I saw Breville has some specific for their machines, but can't seem to find anything more generic that would do what I want.
Dive computer for <$350?
I’m looking to buy a dive computer but don’t need anything fancy. The main things I’m looking for are:
- reliable
- supports nitrox
- easy interface
I’d go for a Puck or Leonardo except the single button interface seems annoying. I saw the suunto D5 for $350 which seems decent. Suunto Zoop is $280 and also looks fine, though the interface is a bit worse
Not sure if it’s worth going for a rechargeable computer vs replaceable batteries. I’ve seen pros and cons to both.
I know everyone says to get a peregrine but it’s too expensive and I don’t think I need anything that fancy.
I know some people hate suunto, but is that just because of the conservative dive profiles of their algorithm? If so, that’s not an issue for me as I’m a very conservative diver. Or is there another reason people don’t like them?
Any recommendations?
Thanks
Any tips on smoothing out the back of ikea furniture?
I bought a skubvy cabinet and it's clear that it's made to go up against a wall, because the wood on the back is really rough.
I have the back of the cabinet up against the back of my couch, and the rough unfinished back sticks out a bit, so I was thinking of sanding it, treating it in some way, and maybe painting to match the rest.
Does anyone have experience doing something like that? In particular, what sort of oil/lacquer etc would work?
Has anyone tried painting with that shade of blue that they use?
I just got back from my first scuba trip, which was to cozumel. I had a great time and am looking to schedule another trip for this summer, maybe July.
In terms of affordability it looks like cozumel or honduras (roatan or utila) are the best options for me. Anywhere outside the Caribbean is not an option. When I went to cozumel I didn't notice any diseased or bleaching coral, but I've heard Honduras might be in much worse health?
Any advice from people that have been to both recently (ie, since the major bleaching events of the past few years)?