But it was the food - served on Wedgwood bone china - that blew him away: “Some of the tastiest, most satisfying and beautifully presented business class fare I’ve had in a while.” He ends up questioning whether it was the best business class food ever, and also gave kudos to the inflight service and business class lounge in Dublin ( read his full review here). He lauded everything from the fast, free Wi-Fi to the unusual staggered seat arrangement, the lay flat seat controls, oversized tray tables, large personal HD screens, and like me, admired the power outlets and storage spaces. McGinnis is one of the most knowledgeable frequent fliers I know, and has flown tons of different airline premium classes. When service in the revamped Business Class launched on the airline’s longest route (10+ hours), San Francisco to Dublin leg, aviation critic and founder Chris McGinnis was onboard and came away very impressed. Lay flat seats are modern and well done: note the easy to use seat controls, large screen, good. The bottom line is that if you are headed to either Ireland or someplace you cannot fly nonstop on any carrier, like my Vienna trip, it’s well worth considering this much improved, greatly updated, shiny, friendly and low-priced carrier. If Aer Lingus suffers from a perception problem it’s as an airline serving Ireland, but it goes ways beyond with connections all over the Continent. Finally, Dublin is simply a much better place to change planes than overcrowded Heathrow, the main alternative and the one airport in Europe a lot of frequent travelers actively avoid. More pluses: Aer Lingus’ Dublin and Shannon hubs are the only spots in Europe offering US immigration pre-clearance - complete with Global Entry - so when you land back in the States you just walk off the plane and out of the airport, no fuss, no muss, saving time. This varies by location, and in DC they share the presumably better British Airways lounge. But there’s an important caveat to the lounge situation: while Aer Lingus operates upscale lounges in Dublin, Heathrow and JFK, they sub it out elsewhere, and the Boston lounge I used, shared with TAP, Emirates and Priority Pass, was pretty mediocre, definitely a cut below neighboring competitors’ lounges like BA and Lufthansa. Is there more to like? How about a sexy revamped departure lounge in Dublin where the bartender makes great martinis? Or the impressive “Revivals” arrivals lounge for those headed over just to Ireland and landing early who want to freshen up, shower or grab breakfast before heading into town for their meeting, or simply in anticipation that their hotel room likely will not be available - they’ll even steam the winkles out of your clothes while you shower. and an enormous amount of room, workspace and storage. The unique seating layout in Aer Lingus' new Business Class offers some single seats with privacy. Even on the short leg in coach, staff scrambled to serve actual meals to everyone on a flight where we would never expect to get more than pretzels - if that - in this country. The food is well above average even for premium class with plenty of variety but just enough Irish touches to provide a sense of place, from scones to Irish whiskey to Magners cider. This comes in handy for both working, with more laptop room, and eating, which is a big part of the Aer Lingus experience. Even the tray tables impressed, oversized and one solid piece, not folded. All aisle would be the best scenario, but this design also offers the rare option of sitting completely solo, and with tons of space. Seating uses an odd but ultimately good layout, staggered 1-2-1 and 2-2-1, so most but not every seat has direct aisle access. The video screens are big, the entertainment selection impressive, the notice cancelling headphones pretty good, and unlike just about every other carrier, premium passengers get a code for free inflight WiFi (I didn’t try it but every review I’ve seen likes the speed). Like newly upgraded business class with all the lay flat bells and whistles, including well designed ergonomic touches such as better placed outlets, better seat controls, and lots of storage, even a large, closed shoe compartment missing on most competitors. But there’s a lot more to the story than great service.
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Tadelakt is a material I have been wanted to use for years. You may have seen already our loft conversion, the new kitchen and the resin floor that many of you were interested in. a Tadelkat bathroom was a long dream of mine and it is now one of the projects I most proud of, out of all the things we achieved with our house renovations. ^ "Tadelakt Exterior stucco Vancouver - Venetian Plaster and Stucco - Vancouver BC"."Non-Destructive Prospection of Ancient Steam Bathes Covered with Tadelakt - First Preliminary Comparison of Hammam Kasbah des Caids of Tamnougalt and Hammam Kasbah of Taourirt, Morocco". ^ Wolff, Britta Diederichs, Ulrich Ait El Caid, Hassan (2014)."Solubility of calcium soaps of long-chain fatty acids in simulated intestinal environment". ^ a b c d Polak, Monique (1 September 2005).^ a b c Anita Sutter, « Note sur la fabrication du qadâd », Chroniques yéménites, 6-7 | 1999, mis en ligne le 18 décembre 2006, consulté le 13 février 2016."Hydrophobized Lime Plasters as Protective Surface in Wet Rooms in Monument Preservation". Long-term maintenance of tadelakt requires regularly re-sealing the surface with a soap solution in the case of qadad roofs, this was traditionally done every few years. lastly, an olive-oil soap solution is used to seal the plaster.it is mechanically polished using stones or abrasives harder than the plaster, providing a smooth, sometimes shiny, finish.before the plaster sets, a flat, smooth, hard stone is used to compress the plaster, then a plastic trowel used for the final polish.the plaster is applied in one thick coat with a wooden float, and smoothed with the same. plaster powder is mixed with water for 12 to 15 hours prior to the addition of pigment.In Morocco, the traditional application technique: Traditional application includes polishing with a river stone and treatment with oleic acid, in the form of olive oil soap, to lend it its final appearance and water resistance. Mixing plaster powder with water and yellow pigment to make tadelakt in Riad Dar Rita, Ouarzazate, Morocco They are familiar, in areas with calcium-rich ("hard") water, as deposits in bathtubs, sinks, and showers when soap is mixed with the water's dissolved calcium carbonate/lime, calcium soaps form.Ģ C 17H 35COO −Na + + Ca 2+ → (C 17H 35COO) 2Ca + 2 Na + Techniques Calcium soaps are insoluble in water, and fairly hard. The soap chemically reacts with the lime plaster, forming lime (calcium) soaps. natural soap (often "black" or olive oil soap) to speed carbonation of the surface and impart water-resistance.in some cases, marble or limestone sand (but not other aggregates).The basic constituents of tadelakt plaster are: Tadelakt is thought to have evolved from qadad, a similar plaster used in Yemen for millennia that is treated with calcium hydroxide and oils and fats instead of soaps. The term tadelakt, meaning "to rub in", is an Amazighified expression from the Arabic word تدليك tadlīk, meaning "to rub or massage." Pigment can be added to give it any colour, but deep red is traditional. Since it is applied as a paste, tadelakt has a soft, undulating character, it can form curves, and it is seamless. Tadelakt is labour-intensive to install, but durable. It is made from lime plaster, which is rammed, polished, and treated with soap to make it waterproof and water-repellent. Tadelakt ( Moroccan Arabic: تدلاكت, romanized: tadla:kt) is a waterproof plaster surface used in Moroccan architecture to make baths, sinks, water vessels, interior and exterior walls, ceilings, roofs, and floors. 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I've found the 6.1-inch iPhone 14 is perfectly manageable in one hand, and it roughly lasts a full day with medium to heavy use. It has the old notch design, with all the basics you'd want, from MagSafe and wireless charging to IP68 water resistance. It has a similar processor-the A15 Bionic with one additional graphics core, so gaming performance is (almost imperceptibly) better. The iPhone 14 ( 7/10, WIRED Recommends) is an awful lot like the iPhone 13 that came before, which isn't a bad thing. Note: Apple hasn't been including a charging adapter (nor earbuds) in the box since the iPhone 12, just a USB-C-to-Lightning cable, so you might need to buy a 20-watt adapter like this one. The single-lens rear camera takes pretty great daytime shots, but there's no night mode, and low-light images are lackluster compared to phones like the Google Pixel 6A. It gets sub-6 5G connectivity, meaning it won't be able to hit the super-fast internet speeds available on pricier iPhones, but this isn't a big deal as you rarely run into that type of 5G. That chip also brings better battery life, but the SE will last you roughly a day of use-less if you're a heavy user. It has the same A15 Bionic processor as the iPhone 13 models, making this budget phone a powerhouse among its peers and capable of running the most demanding games. Internally, the 2022 SE is a whole lot more powerful than the previous generation. This is also the only iPhone in the lineup without ultra-wideband support, which improves AirDrop and lets you precisely find nearby AirTags. There's no MagSafe accessory system, and the headphone jack is nonexistent, but at least you still get plain ol' wireless charging. (We've rounded up our favorite cases and accessories here.) That means you still get a cramped yet compact 4.7-inch LCD screen with a physical home button, thick bezels around the screen, and Touch ID. Externally, there are none-even cases for the 2020 iPhone SE will fit this version. Apple refreshed its most affordable iPhone for a third generation ( 7/10, WIRED Recommends) in 2022, though you'll be hard-pressed to spot the differences. An expert advises to go with leather instead of nubuck - more support and more durability.Īccording to a group of players, the materials of the shoe are different, depending on the colorways. This, of course, affects the level of support you get. It turns out that the materials used on the shoe depend on the colorway. People who bought this pair are pleased with its weight, commenting that it feels like they're barefooted. Durability at its bestĪ huge number of basketball players commented that the Air Jordan 7 Retro has not shown any signs of wear and tear after being used for a series of games with intense plays. The majority of its buyers commended its arch for doing the job well of protecting their feet, while also complementing the overall fit and materials for taking care of the rest. This makes sense given the pair's traditional lace-up closure and a neoprene inner sleeve that offers a dynamic one-to-one fit. Several players mentioned that this shoe securely fastens their foot into the footbed allowing them to move freely. The Air Jordan 7 Retro delivers secure lockdown Wide-footers did not have any issues with the fit but narrow-footed players are advised to size down. People who bought this pair commented that it fits true to size but is a bit roomy inside. Clean floors are ideal but some players mentioned that the traction pattern attracts dust easily on the debris-filled courts and requires frequent wiping.įits true to size, but not for narrow feet Excellent grip to stop and run on any floorĪccording to some hoopers, this pair grips indoor or outdoor courts quite well and executes its job perfectly no matter your position or movements. Most players are surprised with how comfortable these shoes feel, asserting that these are the most comfortable Air Jordans they have ever worn. The Polyurethane midsole is wrapped with Phylon and it has Air-sole units that offer responsive cushioning at the forefoot and heel. Comfort in your every stepĪ great number of basketball players have commented on the midsole, saying it provides support and comfort to their feet. Air Jordan 29 is a great alternative as it offers out-of-the-box comfort you can also opt for Jordan Why Not Zer0.1. Some Jordan sneaker fans mentioned that this Air Jordan 7 Retro needs break-in time. Who should not buy the Air Jordan 7 Retro |