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January 01, 2015
Great Solutions for Small Kitchens
Designs and Ideas for Small Kitchen Spaces How to get by when you don't have room. *Designer Joanna Simmons suggests that if you have a tiny kitchen space, blow out the ceiling to create some volume. A skylight like the one pictured below might also help. I also really like the idea of pull-outs such as a cutting board or a drop-down table to create an instant eating area. Another idea is taller upper cabinets for extra storage if ceiling space allows. Depending on your cooking needs, forget the standard 30" range and consider a 24" or even 20" range. Some urban folks, rarely cook at home. You might consider a simple 2 burner cooktop supplemented by a convection microwave, or even better one of the new steam/convection ovens. There are lots of choices for built-in appliances that fit in a 24" cabinet. Creative lighting will help the room look more spacious. Consider under cabinet lighting. LED's give you a lot of light and take up little room. Of course, white or other light colors can make a room look bigger, and even small windows and skylights for natural light help enormously. If you can get by with an undercounter refrigerator, here's one from Danby that has a separate freezer compartment. Perhaps width, not height is the issue. Here's a Liebherr refrigerator that's a tall 79 inches in height, but only 24 inches wide. It's surprising how true the saying is "Necessity is the mother of invention." For more ideas -
November 15, 2014
Kitchen Faucets from Hansgrohe
The Hansgrohe Metris Kitchen FaucetFeatured at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterA new kitchen faucet may be just the right thing to spruce up your kitchen before the holidays. What a treat to have this new Metris faucet with pull-out faucet when you're preparing those delicious holiday meals. You can always count on Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) when it comes to selecting plumbing fixtures. UAKC is sure to have a great selection and the lowest price among top plumbing fixture brands.Metris FaucetThis Metris faucet is tall and elegant, ready to go to work for you from its standing position. However, when you grasp the Hansgrohe handspray a selection of jet types can be selected by merely touching the spray button. Choose a wide shower spray for cleaning and rinsing, or a normal spray to fill a pot or bowl.Here's how Hansgrohe describes the Metris faucet:What makes Metris the ideal choice in the kitchen?The design from Phoenix Design brings a fascinating look into your kitchen. It blends in with the square shapes of modern sinks and brings increased sensuality.Extendable shower with two jet types: The flexible faucet extension allows the water to flow wherever you need it. You can take hold of it comfortably from the front and pull it towards you. This means that no height is lost and even large pots and pans can be filled easily.Magnetic holder: MagFit fixes the handspray securely in place on the spout after use.A long, ergonomic handle ensures added comfort for you -
October 16, 2014
New Kitchen Faucets: Part 3
New Ideas in Kitchen Faucets The Kitchen Pot Filler Pot fillers are trending at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center While pot filler faucets are hardly a new idea, up until a few years ago they've been more of a curiosity in a kitchen than a standard feature. Today, however, pot fillers have become commonplace in chef kitchens and luxury kitchens everywhere. Chefs spend a great deal of time near the range, and having a water source nearby is a great convenience. Below we'll take a look at some pot fillers from the Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) selection of brands. WaterDecor Waterdecor is a manufacturer of high quality fixtures for the kitchen and bath industry. With a team of engineers and designers closely involved in the prototyping and production of the faucets, Waterdecor's quality far surpasses what has been the industry standard in the high-end faucet business. WaterDecor NYC Wall Potfiller NYC Collection Water Decor NYC Wall Potfiller NYC Dual Handle Potfiller Brizo Euro Pot Filler - Deck-Mount Euro design complements any Brizo modern styled kitchen faucet Deck mount with duel shut-offs Cold water only Single hole installation Spout Length: 20" Spout Height: 17″ Hansgrohe Wall-Mounted, Dual-Handle pot filler Product characteristics Swivel range 180° Aerated spray Flow: 2.5 GPM 90° ceramic valves ½" NPT These are just three examples of Pot Fillers from the many kitchen faucet plumbing fixtures available at UAKC. Be sure to call or visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) for all your plumbing fixture -
October 13, 2014
New Kitchen Faucets: Part 1
Franke, Brizo, Grohe and More Best Price and Availability on Pull Out, Pull Down Faucets at UAKC Among the most popular kitchen faucets are the pull out or pull down style. These faucets are characterized by a long neck with a nozzle at the end. A flexible hose allows the sprayhead to be pulled away from the faucet to deliver a hand held water stream or spray. Here are three choices of premium faucets available from Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) that will perform well. Read the manufacturer discussions of their capabilities below. FRANKE FF2400 PULL DOWN FAUCET SERIES: Make a Statement with Transitional StyleFranke quality in a fluid, transitional design. This faucet is one of a family of products which fulfills the wish for stylistic unity in the kitchen and bar/prep area. Easy retractability with nylon mesh hoses Elongated, ergonomic handle Dual-jet spray Ceramic cartridge, leak-free operation Solid brass with metal sprayhead GROHE If you love to cook then you’ll love our range of kitchen faucets with sprays. Whether you choose a pull-out faucet with rinsing spray or a faucet with professional spray, our choice of designs will satisfy even the most discerning chefs. K7 Professional looks and professional-level features.We designed the K7 line with cooking enthusiasts and amateur chefs in mind: those serious about cooking who do it for fun and personal satisfaction, and with a high level of technique and knowledge. The K7 -
August 24, 2014
LA Food and Wine Highlights
Jenn-Air at LA Food and WineJenn-Air at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterThis weekend's Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival featured some of the World's best chefs. Jenn-Air was there as the exclusive appliance sponsor and host. You'll find the complete Jenn-Air line of appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC).Here's the Jenn-Air display in the Grand Tasting Kitchen at the Los Angeles Food and Wine festival:Iron Chef Morimoto shows his prowess with fish at this Master Class Culinary Demonstration in the Jenn-Air kitchen at Los Angeles Food and Wine:Jenn-Air is launching over 50 new appliance products for 2014. The new lineup includes new professional cooktops with brass burners, an industry exclusive built-in refrigerator with an Obsidian interior, and a stunning new slide in range. You'll want to check them out for yourself at one of the two UAKC showrooms in Studio City and Calabasas.Jenn-Air has beefed up their promotional efforts for the fall selling season. Here are 3 promotions which can be mixed and matched to achieve total savings of $5498 starting September 1st. You can find out more about how you can save money on Jenn-Air at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. Be sure to ask them about Jenn-Air's new certified installation offer which extends your warranty. For the best selection and lowest prices on Jenn-Air and other fine appliances and plumbing fixtures visit the professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City:We Deliver and InstallAll Major Appliances877-696-2982Studio City12050 -
August 06, 2014
Faucets for your Kitchen and Bath
Brizo Technology FaucetsBeauty meets TechnologyAt Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center One look at the Brizo line of faucets and you know that beauty is their hallmark. But don't let the style fool you. It's more than just a pretty faucet. Brizo's technology is second to none. Just read what Brizo has to say about three important technological advantages they offer - Magnedock®, SmartTouch®, and DIAMOND™ Seal Technologies:Magnedock® TechnologyThe first technology of its kind available, MagneDock features a patented, state-of-the-art magnetic docking system. This system securely holds the spray wand in place when not in use. The durable magnets are made to last forever, while their polarity keeps the spray head perfectly aligned, for a clean, seamless look that maintains the faucet’s distinctive form.SmartTouch® TechnologyThe SmartTouch® Technology touch faucet does nothing less than change the way you interact with water. Simply touch anywhere on the faucet body or handle to turn on or off the water. When you tap the faucet ON, the LED light indicates SmartTouch is active. When you tap the faucet OFF, the light goes off. SmartTouch also works to conserve water by activating flow only when needed, while its flexible operation promotes safe food handling.DIAMOND™ Seal TechnologyOur DIAMOND™ Seal Technology uses a diamond-coated ceramic disc with an extremely smooth, hard and durable diamond coating that eliminates the need for lubricant. There’s nothing to wash away and no sticking—the faucet will operate as smoothly after 20 years as it did on Day One. -
June 03, 2014
Buying a New Dishwasher
Choose the RIGHT Dishwasher for your needs.4 Dishwasher Buying TipsA customer was shopping for a new dishwasher at the big chain home improvement store. A dishwasher priced at $399 was next to another dishwasher priced at $499. He asked the sales associate, "What's the difference?" The orange aproned salesperson replied with a smirk, "A hundred dollars". Funny, but sad. How helpful is that kind of answer when you're investing hundreds of dollars on a product that you hope to have for 10 or more years? The first tip in buying a new dishwasher is to work with appliance specialists. Don't expect to get expert advice on appliances from a salesperson who also sells tools, lumber, lawn and garden supplies, and light bulbs. At Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) you'll receive expert help from appliance professionals. The associates at UAKC are factory trained and have years of appliance sales experience. Assess your needs. Spend some time thinking about what you want in a dishwasher. A person who lives alone, doesn't entertain, and eats most of his or her meals in a restaurant will need a vastly different dishwasher than the head of household for a family of 6 who entertains regularly, serves food on fine china, and uses premium glassware. Consider water consumption and energy savings. A dishwasher with a higher initial cost may in fact have a lower lifetime cost than a cheaper dishwasher that uses more electricity and more water. Compare features and benefits of different models and -
February 26, 2014
LG Studio - The best LG has to offer
LG Studio Series Appliances available at UAKCLG is making an entrance into the premium appliance market with a line of major appliances they call LG Studio Series representing the very best appliances that LG has to offer. Read below to find out more about how LG describes this new appliance line:KITCHEN APPLIANCES ENHANCED FEATURES FOR EVERY STYLELG Studio represents the very best appliances that LG has to offer. The line boasts LG's most premium features and impressive new styling that makes a beautiful statement in any home.LINEAR COMPRESSORWhen you buy an LG Studio refrigerator, you don't have to worry that it won't last. Because the Linear Compressor motor uses fewer moving parts and operates more efficiently, LG confidently backs the motor with a 10-year limited warranty.ULTRAHEAT™ DUAL BURNER Unique design combines two burners in one. Customers can cook with up to 19000 BTU of professional-grade cooking power or simmer down low to prepare delicate sauces. (Select models)TWO YEAR WARRANTYLG stands by all LG Studio appliances by proudly offering a full two-year warranty, so you can enjoy the peace of mind of owning LG's finest products with LG's finest warranty.MORE SPACE TO CREATEWith one of the largest oven capacities available, LG Studio ranges provide more space for cooking large meals for families.BRING OUT YOUR INNER CHEFCook like a pro with a premium built-in double wall oven that offers the perfect harmony between style and performance. This sleek, state-of-the-art wall oven has a beautifully designed exterior combined with features that benefit the -
February 13, 2014
E Series Ovens from Wolf Sub Zero
They're Here! New E Series Wolf Ovens at UAKCS. Cal. HQ for Sub Zero Wolf - Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterPart of the largest product launch in the history of Sub Zero Wolf, the new E Series Oven takes the best of Wolf and makes it better with a choice of three distinct styles for different kitchen designs. Read what Wolf has to say about this new oven lineup:Introducing the New E Series Ovens from WolfThe beauty of cooking without guesswork.• Precise control means more delicious meals• Innovation from the cooking specialist, Wolf• Single and double ovens in three distinct looksThe E series made Wolf precision performance accessible for more cooks. Now three distinct new styles make the E series ideal for more kitchen designs than ever. The E series oven controls are a favorite of Wolf chefs for their intuitive usability whether setting the temperature, mode or timer. Meanwhile, dual interior halogen lights and a large viewing window help you keep tabs on cooking progress without having to disturb your dish by opening the door. Other standard convenience features include self-clean and timed cook settings, along with one full-extension, easy-glide rack and one full-extension, door-glide rack that put even the largest, heaviest dishes safely within reach.E Series ProfessionalPro handle, framed door, and an eye-catching new feature: the touch-action stainless steel control panel. Like other E series ovens, it can be installed flush with cabinets for a polished, integrated look. Available as -
January 28, 2014
Why Kitchen Packages Make Sense
Kitchen Packages at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Why do manufacturers offer a rebate (ie. a lower price) for ordering a complete kitchen package than the combined price if you bought each one separately? You'd think that it costs them the same to build a refrigerator whether it is sold as part of a kitchen package or not, wouldn't you? There are a couple of very good reasons for package pricing. Of course, the actual manufacturing cost of a refrigerator does not change whether it is sold as part of a package or not. And Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is always there to help whether you are buying just one appliance or a complete set. However, there is a cost to acquiring a customer, including advertising and other marketing costs that manufacturers incur just to get a customer. So, if you are going to buy a kitchen full of appliances (range, vent hood, dishwasher, and refrigerator) the acquisition cost of 1 customer for 4 appliances is 1/4 the acquisition cost of 4 customers for 4 appliances. Makes sense then that GE is willing to offer up to a $500 rebate on a new set of their new Cafe Series GE appliances. Click on image below to get *rebate details:*Rebate expires Feb. 5, 2014 Appliance manufacturers also aggressively pursue market share. Every additional appliance you purchase from a given manufacturer is one less that you purchase from their competitor. Therefore, they
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