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September 23, 2014
Checking Appliance Dimensions
Getting Appliances that Fit Your Space Measure Twice - Install Once When buying new appliances it's a good idea to double check dimensions and openings. Width, height, and depth are just the beginning. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) can help you get appliances that fit in your space. Here are a few tips to get started: Refrigerators In the case of a refrigerator, consider also how much clearance you will need for air circulation. Will the doors open fully without banging into a wall or cabinet? Even if the refrigerator door will open 90 degrees with an adjacent wall, make certain the refrigerator door swings out wide enough to enable you to open the crisper drawers. Some 72" tall counter depth refrigerators could have a clearance issue with upper cabinets. Not only does the refrigerator case need to slide in the space, but the hinges need to clear if the upper cabinets extend forward to the front of the refrigerator Dishwashers In tight spaces, avoid putting dishwashers with handles near a corner. You'll quickly find that adjacent cabinet drawers cannot open because they are blocked by the dishwasher handle. The same problem could occur with other appliances so make sure that there is sufficient clearance when appliance doors and cabinet doors open into each. Cooking Appliances Ranges and cooktops should not be placed at the end of a cabinet run. Placing cooking surfaces against an adjacent wall is a fire hazard. A wall oven next to a refrigerator -
September 14, 2014
New Wolf Cooktops
Introducing: The New Wolf Gas Cooktops See them first at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center THREE DESIGNS. INFINITE DELICIOUS POSSIBILITIES. Sub Zero Wolf are in midstream of their new product launch - the largest new product introduction in the company's history. See what's new from Wolf in the all-important gas cooktop category: We believe the cooktop itself should make your mouth water. With three new styles – transitional, professional, and contemporary – Wolf gas cooktops are now at home in more kitchens than ever, bringing precise control to your kitchen design. Transitional The flawless pairing of black glass and stainless steel makes our new transitional-style cooktop ideal for spaces where traditional and contemporary designs mingle. Professional Our professional-style cooktop offers a bold presence with the classic pairing of iconic Wolf red knobs and stainless steel. Contemporary The contemporary-style cooktop uniquely integrates directly into the cabinetry and is installed flush with the countertop, ideal for modern spaces. DESIGN ISN'T THE ONLY STORY OUR NEW COOKTOPS HAVE TO TELL We've also added more power and precision to our gas cooktops to help ensure delicious results, every time. Dual-stacked sealed burners have two tiers of flame ports for additional control, and the largest burners can produce 18,000 Btu, making these the most powerful Wolf cooktops ever. A cooking instrument capable of restaurant-quality sears, long and steady simmers and consistent, scorch-free melts. You owe it to yourself to experience the new Sub Zero Wolf products in person at one of the two spacious showrooms -
August 13, 2014
New Dacor 4-Door Refrigerator
Dacor's Unique Refrigerator Available at UAKC Dacor is a Southern California based manufacturer of luxury cooking appliances. In addition to their high end cooktops, ranges, and wall ovens, Dacor offers a complete array of luxury kitchen appliances including dishwashers, refrigerators, microwave ovens, and ventilation. Dacor has recently launched a Four Door French Door refrigerator. By itself, the four doors is an unusual configuration.However, what really makes this Dacor refrigerator different is that with the flip of a switch you can convert one of the lower compartments from freezer to refrigerator and back. Just think about the flexibility that gives you. Suppose you suddenly need some additional freezer space when a family member comes back from a fishing trip, or perhaps you need to keep that turkey frozen for a few days more. On the other hand, you may need additional refrigerator space after stocking up on fresh fruits and vegetables from the Farmer's Market. Just switch that lower compartment from freezer to refrigerator and voilà - extra refrigerator storage. There's more. Dacor's new European built fridge has some space-age technology to keep food fresh longer: The Distinctive refrigerator utilizes BlueV™ lights in the crisper sections to preserve the freshness and vitamins of fruits and vegetables. MAIN FEATURES 2014 ENERGY STAR® Qualified Three-zone settings - refrigerator with either one or two freezer sections. IonFRESH technology eliminates airborne bacteria and odor forming molecules by producing natural negative ions. Humidity controlled crisper drawers with BlueV™ lighting -
July 06, 2014
Many Major Appliances are Made in the U.S.
Where are cooking appliances made? Customers often want to know where an appliance is manufactured. A surprising number of major appliances sold in the U.S. are manufactured here also. Let's take a look at cooking products. Here are where the Big 3 appliance manufacturers in the U.S. (Whirlpool, Electrolux/Frigidaire, and GE) make their ranges, cooktops, and ovens. Whirlpool Corporation also includes Amana, Jenn-Air, KitchenAid, and Maytag brands. They have a large facility (one million sq. ft.) in Cleveland, Tenn. where freestanding and slide-in ranges are built, as well as cooktops and wall ovens. In addition, they also build some ranges in their Tulsa, Oklahoma facility. Headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Whirlpool is the largest appliance manufacturer in the world. Over 80% of the appliances that Whirlpool sells in the U.S. are manufactured here. Whirlpool claims to employ more U.S. workers than all their competitors combined. Electrolux/Frigidaire has their range factory in Springfield, Tennessee, and has build a new cooktop facility near Memphis. It's worth noting that the Swedish firm Electrolux is the 2nd largest appliance manufacturer in the world, and has a major U.S. presence. GE makes ranges and ovens in their Roper facility in Lafayette, GA. GE also has strong ties to Mabe, a Mexican appliance company that builds GE's gas ranges. In spite of GE's affiliation with Mabe (GE has a 48% stake), GE is a leader in "insourcing", and has been adding appliance manufacturing jobs in the U.S. for several years. In addition, GE is quite proud -
June 20, 2014
Free GE Monogram Appliances with Purchase
GE Monogram Rewards: Save Up to $3948.Offer Expires June 30, 2014:Hurry in to Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterSPECIAL OFFER: GET YOUR CHOICE OF FREE APPLIANCESGet your choice of free GE Monogram appliances—with a value of up to $3,698—with your qualifying purchase.Buy one GE Monogram professional range or one wall oven and cooktop combination and receive your choice of one of the following eligible items for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher. Buy a built-in refrigerator in addition to the professional range or one wall oven and cooktop combination and choose another eligible item for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher. Total savings valued up to $3,698.Professional RangesBuy one eligible GE Monogram professional range and receive your choice of one of the following eligible items for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher.CooktopsBuy one GE Monogram wall oven and cooktop combination and receive your choice of one of the following eligible items for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher.Wall OvensBuy one GE Monogram wall oven and cooktop combination and receive your choice of one of the following eligible items for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher.DishwashersBuy one GE Monogram professional range or one wall oven and cooktop combination and receive a free 24" dishwasher.Hood InsertsBuy one GE Monogram professional range or one wall oven and cooktop combination and receive a free hood insert.Wine Reserves/Beverage CentersBuy one GE Monogram professional range or one -
May 02, 2014
Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center features Bertazzoni Appliances
Bertazzoni: Italian Luxury and Quality at an Affordable PriceBest Selection and Pricing at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC)Bertazzoni Rebates of up to $750With the purchase of a Bertazzoni 30" built-in oven model and qualifying 30",36" and 48" cooktop model pairRECEIVE A rebate of $ 750 for a Bertazzoni pair of a 30" double oven + a qualifying cooktop A rebate of $ 750 for a Bertazzoni pair of a 30" single oven & a speed oven SO24PROX + a qualifying cooktop A rebate of $ 400 for a Bertazzoni pair of a 30" single oven + a qualifying cooktop*Valid from January 1st 2014; until December 31st 2014.Bertazzoni has a full line of ranges, ovens, and cooktops in a variety of styles and colors. Here are just two examples of ovens and rangetops from the Bertazzoni Professional Series: Bertazzoni Professional SeriesThe Bertazzoni built-in Professional stainless steel ovens and cooktops feature the same effortless elegance, which has become the signature style of this series. The various models offer a flush installation option as well as a more commercial kitchen inspired contoured design. The various performance and convenience packages offered include Dual Diagonal Convection, soft motion oven doors, telescopic glides shelves and Bertazzoni’s unique intuitive LED user interface.The Bertazzoni traditions of engineering excellence, culinary expertise and Italian design come together in this 30-inch double wall oven. Each oven has an exceptional, energy-conscious performance with nine cooking modes and seven shelf positions, enhanced by the ergonomic knobs and -
April 02, 2014
Bosch Induction Cooktops at UAKC
New Rebates on Bosch Induction CooktopsVisit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for Bosch Induction Cooktops Considering induction? Take a good look at Bosch cooktops - one of the leaders in induction cooking. Bosch has a long history in development of induction cooking technology and currently offers 10 models of induction cooktops, maybe the largest selection in the industry. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is your Southern Californian Headquarters for Bosch induction cooktops. The professionals at UAKC will review the line with you and help you choose the cooktop which best suits your needs.Here's what Bosch has to say about their induction cooktops:Get the cooking power of gas in an easy-to-clean smooth surface with an induction cooktop from Bosch. Available in 4 or 5 burner configurations and 30" or 36" widths. These induction stove tops come in solid black or black with stainless steel trim finishes. Bundle the best induction cooktop with other Bosch appliances and save with an eco-friendly kitchen appliance package.36” Induction CooktopBenchmark™ Series - Black with Stainless Steel FrameNITP666SUC MSRP $2799Introducing the Newly Designed and Engineered Induction Cooktop, Featuring the Flexibility of FlexInduction® Cooking Zones.FlexInduction® Can Combine Two Cooking Zones into One Continuous Surface.Dual 12" Heating Element with Powerful 4,500WInduction Cooktops - Faster than Gas & Electric. Easier to Clean & More EfficientSpeedBoost - Boils Water 2x as Fast as Conventional Electric CooktopsAlso Available with Stainless Steel FrameNITP666SUC$100 Rebate on Bosch Induction CooktopsOffer Valid:4/1/2014 - 5/31/2014BONUS! This rebate may be combined with -
March 26, 2014
Reasons to Buy an Induction Cooktop or Range
4 Good Reasons to Consider InductionHere are four very good reasons you should consider induction if you are purchasing a new range or cooktop. If you think Induction might be for you, be sure to contact the cooking experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). They carry all the major brands and have excellent selection and prices.1. Fast to heat Induction will heat faster than gas or conventional electric heating. One manufacturer has even touted that their induction cooktop will boil water in 90 seconds. Powerful electric coils under the glass surface create magnetic induction energy causing the metal cooking vessel to quickly heat up. The pan itself is what will cook your food in record time.2. Responsive Induction cooking is very responsive. Since the power turns on and off instantly and doesn't need to ramp up or down, you'll see boiling water stop boiling almost immediately when you turn off the power.3. Very little heat transfer to cooking surface Unlike traditional heating methods, the intense heat doesn't spread to the adjacent cooking surface, making cleanup a breeze. 4. Prices are the lowest ever.Just in the last year or two induction cooktops and ranges have dropped considerably in price. There are models for nearly any budget. Most appliance brands in the popular price range such as GE, Frigidaire, and Whirlpool now have induction models in their lineup. Upgrade brands such as KitchenAid, Bosch, GE Profile, and Electrolux have some great features and represent terrific values. For top of the line -
March 13, 2014
24" Wide and Smaller Ranges and Cooktops
More Appliances for Small SpacesCooktops that are made to fitCommon Cooktop Sizes for appliances in the United States are 30" and 36". However, we've recently written about some odd sizes such as 42" and 45" cooktops. Also, Americans have an appetite for BIG appliances so several manufacturers produce 48" and even 60" cooktops. Now, we're going to examine cooktops and ranges made for small spaces.Many apartments and small living spaces are designed for 24" cooktops. Fortunately, there are some good choices available. This size also matches the common size for cooktops in Europe so there are several European brands in the mix.Gas 24" CooktopsMiele, Bertazzoni, Summit, BlueStar (Rangetop), Fagor, Verona, and Frigidaire (26"). The Fagor 24" cooktop pictured above features interlocking continuous cast iron grates and a triple crown burner that provides the versatility for super low simmer to maximum power on a single burner.Electric 24" CooktopsMiele, Bertazzoni, Summit, Gaggenau, and Frigidaire (26")Induction 23" (or smaller) CooktopsWolf (15"), Gaggenau (15"), Summit (12"), (15") and (23")Gas 24" RangesBertazzoni, Bluestar, Hotpoint, GE, AGA, Fisher&Paykel, Verona, Premier, and Avanti. The Bluestar 24" gas range comes in a wide variety of colors, and provides the performance and power of gas ranges typically found in professional kitchens. Electric 24" RangesAvanti, Hotpoint, GEIn some cases small kitchens have only a 20" space for ranges. Here are some brands that offer 20" ranges in gas or electric.Electric 20" RangesAvanti, Hotpoint, PremierGas 20" RangesHotpoint, -
March 10, 2014
Getting Cooktops and Ovens that Fit
Finding a cooktop or oven that fits your cutoutUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Center is Headquarters for Built-In AppliancesIf you're remodeling an older home, and using existing countertops and cabinets, you may encounter difficulty finding just the right size cooktop or wall oven to replace the existing appliance. In Southern California there are many nice homes in mature neighborhoods that could use an appliance update. However, in some cases there are some older appliances that need replacing, but may take a bit of work finding replacement models that fit. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) can help. Here are some suggestions for odd sized ovens and cookotps.Gas Double Wall Ovens24" wide double gas ovens are common in some neighborhoods. While 24" cutouts are not used much in new construction these days, it does appear that both Maytag and Frigidaire still make 24" double gas wall ovens. First measure your existing appliance dimensions. Then check with the folks at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) to review your options.Believe it or not, there were some 30" wall ovens that required a 33" cabinet. If you are replacing one of these wall ovens, you may find that another 30" wall oven will be too small for the cutout. In this case, you'd need a filler or trim kit of some kind.Trim KitsSpeaking of trim kits, Micro-Trim makes trim kits specifically for ovens, microwave ovens, and cooktops. They may prove to be indispensable if you can't find
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