Preview new products coming to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center

Induction cooktops have been a big hit for several years. Now, ranges have begun to appear featuring induction technology. GE is launching new Profile models of slide-in and freestanding ranges which included induction cooktops. They both feature 19 power settings and a huge 5.3 cubic ft. convection oven. Knobs have been replaced with illuminated front touch controls that are ADA compliant.

LG has been expanding their appliance brand to offer a complete line of appliances. Their new Studio line includes matching kitchen appliances in all categories – refrigerator, dishwasher, range or cooktop/oven, and microwave. LG Studio appliances have a clean-modern look and include a gas cooktop, a double wall oven, deluxe electric slide-in range, a microwave-hood combination, and a high-performance steam dishwasher. LG now has a 42-in. built-in side-by-side refrigerator, as well as their French-door models. With their own linear compressor and a dual evaporator that works to optimize refrigerator humidity, LG refrigerator technology helps keep food fresh longer.

Designers have been creating beautiful modern kitchens with an elegant white theme only to find themselves without a selection of white appliances to complement the white cabinets. Now Miele's new Brilliant White Plus appliances are helping to bring new life to white as an appliance option. The clean lines and elegant appearance are a perfect fit for this modern luxury white kitchen concept. Miele's collection features a suite of appliances with white glass doors, chrome handles, and touch controls.

Known for the commercial refrigeration products, Perlick's Signature Series 48-in. undercounter freezer/refrigerator (HP48FR) gives commercial quality to the discerning homeowner. This model features a large freezer compartment and both food and beverage refrigeration with a total of 12 cu. ft. of storage space. The Perlick unit is built with a Variable Speed Compressor. The zero-clearance hinge and shallow depth permits a flush to the cabinet installation for an integrated look. Choices include a built-in, freestanding and/or stacked model in a variety of door options. In addition, this Perlick unit has been awarded an Energy Star Most Efficient designation.

New from Dacor is the Discovery Wine Station, an automated, temperature-controlled, four-bottle wine dispenser for the home. Enjoy just the right wine in the right amount at each pour, whether you desire just a taste, a full, or a half-glass, the Dacor Wine Station is Ideal. The argon gas preservation system shields the unit from harmful ambient UV rays and allows wine to be opened and preserved for up to 60 days. The dispenser comes with its own energy efficient thermo-electric cooling system keeping an ideal temperature for either red or white wine. Wines are protected and safe behind a locking door. The dispensing system is operated using LCD screens and touch controls which display wine varieties, vintages, temperature settings and pouring volume.

This are just a few of the new appliance product launches that are on their way to UAKC. Visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) today for the latest in appliance innovation.

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GE's Newest Dishwashers – Confidently Clean!

Not only do the newest dishwashers from GE offer their most advanced wash system, they add amazing flexibility to your dishwashing expericence.

• Wash Zones make it possible to run a half load in just the upper or lower rack.
• Upper rack is adjustable for loading tall items, including plates up to 10-1/2″
• Wash Your Way customizable rack with reversible tines in the lower basket makes loading and unloading effortless.
• Quiet 48 dBA package!

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GE's Most Advanced Wash System.

With 65% more wash power** delivered to the each rack, the entire load is thoroughly clean, unquestionably sanitary, consistently dry, and ready for the table.

**GE's enhanced performance wash arms give you the extra hand you need by delivering 65% more wash power to each rack, compared to previous GE models.

Wash Systems Features:

3 Pressurized Full Coverage Wash Arms

Ensure every dish and utensil are thoroughly washed and table-ready.

3 Dedicated Silverware Jets

Provide spotless silverware with jets directed at multiple locations.

Piranha(tm) Hard-Food Disposer

Pulverizes food particles with a 3,600 RPM rotating stainless steel blade.

4-Pass Wash and Dry Element

Consistent wash and dry temperatures deliver table-ready results.

GDT550HSDSS

GDT550HSDSS

GE® Hybrid Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher

with Hidden Controls

• GE's Most Advanced Wash System
• Hybrid Stainless Steel Interior
• 2 Easy Access Silverware Baskets
• Adjustable Upper Rack
• Wash Your Way Customizable Rack
• Upper & Lower Rack Only Wash Options
• 48 dBA

Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) has the full line of GE dishwashers on sale today at both locations. Contact the experts at UAKC for all your appliance and plumbing fixture needs.

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Make your choice at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center

When it's time to shop for appliances, choosing the right brand is an important part of the decision process. In spite of what you may have heard, they're not all made by just a few manufacturers. To sort this out let's first discuss the big brand names. GE, Whirlpool, and Frigidaire are the big 3. These are mega companies, home to a host of other name brands as listed below:

General Electric

• Hotpoint
• GE
• GE Profile
• GE Cafe
• GE Monogram

Whirlpool

• Amana
• Whirlpool
• Maytag
• KitchenAid
• Jenn-Air

Frigidaire

• Frigidaire
• Electrolux (Parent company)
• Electrolux Icon

At the luxury end of the market some of the big names include Wolf SubZero, Viking, Thermador, and Miele. While all the brands referred to above are well-known and well-positioned in their market segments, there are other lesser-known brands that deserve consideration as well. Here are just 2 examples:

1. BlueStar

BlueStar is a brand of high-end cooking products – ranges, oven, and cooktops. The brand is focused on serving the consumer that wants restaurant style appliances for the home. A unique capability of BlueStar is the ability to customize your range. Over 190 colors are available and burners may be configured to your liking. Even though BlueStar is not a household name, their factory in Reading, PA. has been building stoves since 1880.

2. Speed Queen

Speed Queen is a laundry company headquartered in Ripon, Wisconsin. They are a leading manufacturer of washers and dryers in the coin laundry/laundromat industry. Laundry equipment is the only thing Speed Queen makes, and they provide an exclusive three year warranty on their washers and dryers made for your home. Like BlueStar, they may not be a well-known name to consumers, but they've been making washers in Ripon, Wisc. since 1908.

Certainly, it can get confusing when comparing the big name brands to the specialty manufacturers. A good idea would be to seek the advice of appliance specialists such as those at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.

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Utilizing an island for kitchen appliances is often just a case of good space planning. Designers are increasingly installing microwave ovens in the kitchen island. Microwave ovens can be problematic against a wall where upper cabinets a) may not make sense ergonomically, and b) don't fit in a standard 12″ deep cabinet. The island turns out to be a logical and convenient location for a microwave oven. The easily accessible microwave oven under the counter is a good example of universal design at work. Consumers can choose from an inexpensive countertop microwave with trim kit, or if they don't like the side swing door, several manufacturers offer built-in options with drop down doors. Some companies even have microwave ovens which have a motorized drawer.

Here are three brands that offer good options for island microwaves:

KitchenAid

KitchenAid offers a choice of built-in microwave ovens that can work nicely in an island. The oven below is a 24″ wide oven that comes with a 27″, and 30″ trim kit so that it can work in a 24″, 27″, or 30″ cabinet. KitchenAid also offers a very powerful built-in Micro-Convection oven that is available in a 240v. version.

KitchenAid Built-In Microwave

Sharp

Sharp is a leader in microwave ovens and pioneered the microwave drawer. They also source microwave drawers for a number of other leading brands. The Sharp microwave drawer is available in both a 27″ and 30″ version.

Sharp Microwave Drawer

GE Advantium

GE's Advantium Speed Cook microwave combination can be purchased in a variety of built-in configurations. The 240v. version is available only in a 30″ width. The 120v. version is available in both 27″ and 30″ width.

GE Monogram Microwave

Since many of the major appliance brands offer some built-in microwave options, you have a good chance of finding just the right features and brand to suit your needs. To explore your options further contact the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.

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GE® High-Efficiency Top Load Washer

GTWS8650DWS

• 5.0 Cu Ft Capacity
• 28'' W x 44 1/2'' H x 29'' D
• Stain Removal Guide
• Steam Assist
• SmartDispense™ Technology
• CleanSpeak™ Communication System
• Soft-Close Glass Lid
• My Settings
• LED Washer Basket Light
• Energy Saving Mode

Clean Like It Never Happened

Innovative stain removal and steam settings create an advanced wash system designed to easily remove common stains.

Never Measure Detergent Again

SmartDispense™ reservoirs hold about 2 months worth of detergent and fabric softener and automatically dispense the right amount for each load. Adjust your preferred amount for each load, and check the indicator to see when to refill the detergent and fabric softener.

GE is honored to employ more than 4,000 employees in Louisville, Kentucky, who proudly assembled this washing machine for you. GE Works.

GE® Dryer with Steam

GTDS850GDWS

• 7.8 Cu Ft Capacity
• 28'' W x 44 1/2'' H x 32'' D
• HE SensorDry™
• CleanSpeak™ Communication System
• My Settings
• Energy Saving Mode

Wrinkle-Free and Ready to Wear

Steam options in the dryer help refresh everything from a single outfit to a forgotten load.

Get Rid of Wrinkles and Odors

With Steam Refresh, you can use the power of steam to renew lightly worn clothes.

Take Clean Further with Large, Flexible Capacity

GE’s largest capacity top load washer and dryer help you get more laundry done in less time.

For more information on the complete lineup of GE High Efficiency Washers and Dryers call or visit the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.

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“The new GE high-efficiency topload washer features the industry's largest capacity (five cubic feet) for toploading models while using less energy and water than a traditional washer. In addition to its efficiency, consumers will appreciate the time-saving, convenience-focused features on the new GE ENERGY STAR(R) washer, including SmartDispense(TM).”

GE has added 150 new U.S. jobs to its factory in Louisville, Kentucky where they have been churning out topload washers since 1953. With 928 employs at the washing machine factory alone, GE has over 4,000 total employees in Louisville alone having added about 1,500 production jobs in 2012 as part of an $800 million investment.

HE (High Efficiency) washers were once the limited to frontload models, but new HE technology has led to the consumer preferred topload washers now becoming the fastest growing segment of the washing machine industry. “GE's new HE topload is around 60 percent more water efficient than a traditional topload washer,” said Heather Koyama, GE Appliances topload washing machine product manager. “There is no agitator in an HE washer, so the extra capacity lets the washer hold more clothes. The higher spin speeds allow more moisture to be removed from the clothes, which saves energy in the dryer.”

GE's New High-Efficiency Top Load Washer & Dryer

Here is a list of features on the new GE washer model GTWS8650DWS

GE® High-Efficiency Top Load Washer

• 5.0 Cu Ft Capacity
• Stain Removal Guide
• Steam Assist
• SmartDispense™ Technology
• CleanSpeak™ Communication System
• Soft-Close Glass Lid
• My Settings
• LED Washer Basket Light
• Energy Saving Mode

Here is a list of features on the matching GE dryer model GTDS850GCDS

GE® Dryer with Steam

• 7.8 Cu Ft Capacity
• HE SensorDry™
• CleanSpeak™ Communication System
• My Settings
• Energy Saving Mode

The best place in Southern California to see and buy the latest GE Appliances and other great brands is Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. (UAKC)

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Coming Soon to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center

The 2013 IBS – International Builder Show was held in Las Vegas on Jan. 21-24. Over 60,000 builders and trade related customers attended. Here are a few of the new appliance and plumbing items that were shown at this annual expo. Some are available today at UAKC, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. The rest will be arriving within a few months.

GE Appliances

Within a few months, GE will launch a new look in its successful Profile appliance line-up. Here is an sneak peak of an exciting new Wi-Fi Enabled Profile Wall Oven. The lighted red line on the photo below vanishes as the oven timer counts down, giving the cook a strong visual indication from across the room of how much time is left. The appliance can be operated from a wi-fi enabled iPhone or Android device, and features a unique convection system with a fan that surrounds the food with preheated air even from the top.

GE's new twin evaporator Profile French Door Refrigerator has an all new dispenser system that even dispenses HOT water – great for soups or hot tea.

Kohler Plumbing

Not to be outdone by their appliance friends, Kohler introduced their Moxie shower head + wireless speaker that plays music while you shower. You can pipe the music in from any bluetooth enabled device. Now when you sing in the shower, you can do a duet with Tony Bennett.

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Thermador Appliances

Thermador displayed their recently introduced Thermador Pro Grand Commercial Depth Dual Fuel Steam Range. It's a powerful professional range, with a separate steam convection oven, and warming drawer. The range top has 6 powerful burners and an interchangeable grill/griddle. Buy this range and Thermador will throw in a free dishwasher. The Thermador Pro Grand Range is available now at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.

But Wait. There's More! Check back on this blog over the coming days and weeks for more new products from IBS 2013 and featured blogs on the models highlighted above. Visit the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for price and availabilty:

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Recently, GE launched Slate appliances – a collection of appliances in a new finish. Not stainless, and not glossy, but….well, SLATE. It's really quite attractive – substituting a longed after subtlety and quietness to the bright sheen of stainless. The slate collection is available now at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.

We've written about GE's foray into a new appliance color/finish before (click below):

NEW SLATE APPLIANCES

Now, GE is offering savings up to $300 on purchases of select Slate finish appliances. A great way to save money on the latest new finish which some see as a cost saving alternative to stainless steel. There is certainly a lot of buzz right now on this new finish, and we've even heard some folks say that they prefer the look of slate – stainless without the “shine”.

Here's the offer from GE, but hurry it is only good until January 30th.

Receive a Visa® prepaid card* valued up to $300 on select Slate finish appliances.

Save $300 when you buy 4
Save $200 when you buy 3
Save $100 when you buy 2

Offer valid January 10 – 30, 2013.

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Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is known for its great selection of luxury appliances and plumbing fixtures. But, did you know that that UAKC is one of Southern California's leading suppliers of mainstream appliances?

They feature great brands for all budgets such as Frigidaire, Amana, Whirlpool, and of course GE. The GE range below has traditional coil elements, but is updated with a huge self-cleaning oven, big window, and a PowerBoil™ coil element.

While radiant smooth top ranges and gas burners have many advantages, coil elements have been proven to boil water faster than any current cooking method except induction. Also, coil elements are a favorite of home canning aficionados. And some traditionalists just prefer using the electric coil elements with which they are comfortable.

GE® 30″ Free-Standing Electric Range

*Self-Clean Ovens
Baking is often a messy process, with spills, spatters, boil-overs, drips and drops. When the baking is done the cleaning begins. Luckily, GE Appliances invented and patented the first self-clean oven in 1963. The self-cleaning process cleans the oven interior conveniently and automatically, eliminating the need for messy hand-cleaning.

While Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is proud to be LA's headquarters for luxury appliances and plumbing fixtures, it's important to remember that they're also a leading supplier of America's favorite brands of appliances at affordable prices. Call or stop by today to find out just how affordable a new kitchen full of appliances can be:

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