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March 25, 2017
Dacor Appliance Launches Modernist Line
Look at What's Happening at DacorNew Dacor Appliances Coming to UAKCPrivately held Dacor has long been known as a standout in the Luxury appliance segment. Dacor has had geographic strength in the Western US where they were founded and where their headquarters and manufacturing facilities have been located. With great performance and some unique features, Dacor carved out a solid niche' in the cooking segment. To have a full line, Dacor outsourced most of the non-cooking products such as dishwashers and refrigerators. Now, however, Dacor is part of the giant Samsung company and we're getting a look at their strength and innovation in these newly launched Dacor products. The new Modernist Line from Dacor has a striking design that keeps some of Dacor's classic looks and features, but plants itself squarely in the forefront of 21st century styling and innovation.Let's take note of a few of the new enhancements in Dacor's new Modernist Line:The most striking thing to note in the new line is the new finish which Dacor describes as a "dramatic graphite color that accentuates and elevates the sophistication of any kitchen."The Modernist Line includes an updated version of Dacor's Pro Dual Fuel Range with a Steam option. Complete with digital controls, brass burners on the top, a burner that accommodates a wok, and a griddle. The touch controls are wi-fi enabled for remote operation.Dacor's recently launched refrigerated columns are now part of the Modernist Line, too. Below refrigerator and freezer columns -
March 20, 2017
Smart Appliances at UAKC
What to look for in Smart AppliancesSmart Choices at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterWhat's a smart appliance?There's more than one definition, but for our purposes here we're going to say that a smart appliance has some degree of connectivity. It might be as simple as an app that notifies you if your refrigerator door has been left open for some period of time. Or it might be remotely pre-heating and cooking a roast from your smartphone. All of this may sound wonderful, but there are pros and cons.Is it safe?Some manufacturers, as well as UL (Underwriters Laboratory) have expressed views on limiting remote capabilities for certain products. For example, should a remote app for ovens allow consumers to put their ovens through a self-clean cycle while nobody is home? Even remotely operating a cooking appliance of any sort has some consumers wary. One manufacturer has a remote app that can be set to operate only by Bluetooth which gives the homeowner complete use of remotely operating the appliance only within the house.How much is the premium for Smart Appliances?The first refrigerator with a TV built into the door launched over a decade ago and retailed close to $10,000. It really had little functionality, and failed miserably. Today, Samsung has a Family Hub refrigerator with a 21" tall wi-fi enabled full-featured communications center in the door and cameras inside that can be viewed remotely eg. from the grocery store with the Samsung app. The Samsung Family Hub refrigerator retails for $5800. -
February 21, 2017
Missed the President's Day Sale at UAKC?
There is Still Time. Hurry-In!6 brands have extended President's Day offersLots going on during President's Day? So, you missed the fantastic President's Day Sale at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. There were some really big savings available on top brands. You could have saved up to $2000. What a shame.Hold on! 6 of our top brands below have figured out that it doesn't make much sense to have a sale for only 1 day. They give customers a window to take advantage of the sale prices. Here are their offers:Bosch has a 10% rebate on eligible kitchen packages. The offer is valid on purchases made before March 31st. It's a good deal, but don't let the time slip away from you. Click on the link below to find out more:BOSCH KITCHEN PACKAGE SAVINGSElectrolux get $1000 rebate expires February 28th. Click below for details:ELECTROLUX REBATEGeneral Electric says you can save up to $1200 on select GE Appliance packages if you act by March 1, 2017.Click below for details:GENERAL ELECTRICMaytag offers savings up to $600 on two or more Maytag appliances if you purchase by March 8, 2017Click below for details:MAYTAGSamsung will send you a visa reward card worth up to $550 on appliances if you purchase by March 1, 2017Click below for details:SAMSUNGWhirlpool will send you up to $600 by mail when you purchase 2 or more Whirlpool Appliances by March 8, 2017Click below for details:WHIRLPOOLAs you can tell, these are definitely limited time offers. Don't -
January 23, 2017
Black Stainless - The latest Appliance Color
Latest Appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterBlack Stainless SteelA quick look around the major appliance displays at the January 2017 *IBS/KBIS confirmed that the new color/finish Black Stainless is THE big trend in appliance colors. Of course, stainless steel is not going anywhere. In a recent survey, 72% of respondents opted for stainless steel. Truth is, there are tons of appliance colors out there. The custom high end range company BlueStar offers several hundred colors, many of them quite stunning. Luxury appliance brands such as Viking, Bertazzoni, La Cornue, and others also offer their appliances in a variety of colors. But for many of us these brands might not be realistic options, and the bright colors aren't for everyone.Voilà! Black Stainless is here to save they day. It's new and it's different. It really looks classy, but I wouldn't call it bold or risky. After all, it's a combination of the two most popular appliance colors. As near as I can determine KitchenAid was the first major appliance brand to offer Black Stainless steel. Recently, Samsung jumped on the Black Stainless bandwagon, followed now by Whirlpool, Frigidaire, GE, Electrolux, and LG. I do know that some supplementary brands are on board with this new finish such as Sharp (microwaves) and at least one of the vent hood manufacturers, Zephyr.I think Black Stainless looks good in the photos, but even better when you see it and touch it. Believe it -
January 17, 2017
New Products from 2017 KBIS/IBS
UAKC Brings New Appliances to Soucal MarketNew Dacor Appliances for 2017At the recent 2017 KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Show) held in Orlando, Dacor Appliances introduced a remarkable new column refrigerator. These built-in column refrigerators have become quite popular in recent years. The single unified door creates appealing uninterrupted vertical lines versus the look of traditional built-in units with a horizontal compressor compartment on the top.But, column refrigerators are nothing new. What makes this refrigerator unique? Dubbed the Heritage™ Column Refrigeration Collection, the new refrigerators and their companion freezers are equipped with 4 advances that are at the forefront of refrigerator engineering. 1. The new Energy Star® line-up is equipped with an advanced environmentally safer refrigerant and has earned the 2017 E-Star Emerging Technology Award from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 2. The Dacor Columns tout the largest storage capacity in the industry among comparable width column refrigerators. It's a decided plus: more storage in the same space.While #1 and #2 above are clear advantages and well-worth mentioning, #3 and #4 below are the convenience features that really caught my attention! 3. “The auto-open door provides virtually hands-free access, and... 4. ..each refrigerator includes a built-in camera that enables owners to monitor their groceries on the Dacor iQ Kitchen™ mobile application,” said Dacor President and CEO Chuck Huebner.Anybody who has stood in front of the fridge, hands full of groceries, reaching for the door, will appreciate a refrigerator that opens with a simple touch. And the built-in camera which lets you -
July 29, 2016
Order Online from UAKC
Save Money on Internet OrdersUniversal Appliance and Kitchen CenterCustomers have been reading our blogs for years, getting tips on buying appliances, recipes, discovering what's new in decorative plumbing fixtures, and more. And of course, we've bragged about the two terrific showrooms in Studio City and Calabasas, CA. as well as the well-stocked Southern California warehouse. Now, we'd like to brag a little about our large internet sales operation. YOU DON'T NEED TO BE IN SOUCAL TO GET APPLIANCES FROM UAKCYes, we are one of the nation's premier online appliance retailers. We use the same warehouse, and the same online website for online sales as we do for our SouCal customers. You can order online, or take advantage of trained specialists to help you through the order process by phone.Since 2000, we've been shipping top national brands in unopened factory sealed packaging direct from our warehouse to customers across the country. UAKC has terrific in-stock availability, and receives new factory shipments daily. If you need a special order, we'll work with our manufacturers to expedite your shipment. In spite of our wide in-stock selection, you should know that there are a few luxury appliance manufacturers who do not allow their products to be shipped to out of state customers. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center offers the latest appliances and plumbing fixtures by the most popular brands, such as: Amana, Asko, Bosch, Dacor, DCS, Electrolux, Fisher & Paykel, Franke, Frigidaire, Gaggenau, GE, Grohe, Hansa, Hansgrohe, Jenn-Air, KitchenAid, KWC, LG, Marvel, Maytag, Miele, -
July 11, 2016
Paralysis by Analysis
Deciding on a new appliance.UAKC can help you make the right decision.Recently, I wanted to buy an additional monitor for my office computer setup. I shopped around, and knew the prices, features, and sizes that would work for me. Yet, I agonized endlessly over this model or that, and I just couldn't decide. Suddenly, it struck me that I spent less time deciding over a new car that costs tens of thousands than over an inexpensive electronic device that cost only a few hundred dollars. Why was I spending all this time debating back and forth over something that cost so little?This is called paralysis by analysis. To one degree or another, we all have it. If you need a new refrigerator, a washer and dryer, or even an entire suite of kitchen appliances, you don't want to make a mistake....but, you also don't want to needlessly deny yourself these new appliances just because of your paralysis by analysis syndrome.Here's a suggestion: Call or visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. I've know these folks for a long time (long before I began writing these blogs). They won't waste your time. They are very knowledgeable. Tell them what your situation is, and in no time at all they'll make a few recommendations. They'll try to match your requests for brand, quality level, pricing, etc. with the best overall choices that fit your needs.With their large selection of brands, and great pricing you really won't need to be shopping around. You can -
July 04, 2016
July 4 Rebates Continue
Hurry: It's not too late to Save with July 4 Sale PricesRebates are Ending Soon - Visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterWhen do July 4 appliance rebates end? Some end on July 5th, and, some have a grace period that goes on to the middle of the month. But don't take any chances. Get in to one of the two Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center locations soon. Here are a few examples of rebates that don't expire for a week or two after the Fourth:These examples cover the gamut from a dependable Maytag Front Load laundry pair, through Samsung and LG kitchen packages, and up to $1500 on GE appliance packages. There's more - much more. So don't procrastinate. Even if you missed the great July 4th sale at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, you may still be able to get July 4th savings if you act quickly. Photos above link to the UAKC Rebate page, where you can research all of the current manufacturer rebates. For further information on these offers on major appliances as well as decorative plumbing fixtures, call or visit the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today. -
January 10, 2016
New Appliances At 2016 CES
What's New in Appliances at CESOddly, CES (the Consumer Electronics Show) has become THE place for several appliance manufacturers to show their latest innovations. It's odd, since the rest of the appliance industry seems to have settled on the joint IBS (International Builders Show) /KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show) to display their wares. The IBS/KBIS show is to be held near the end of January also in Las Vegas. This year's CES hosted appliance manufacturers showing refrigerators with touch screens, fridges that revealed their contents with a knock on the door, and a refrigerator that claims to have re-invented ways to organize your refrigerator. Not to mention an interesting update on a washing machine within a washing machine that was launched at last year's CES.Knock on the door of this refrigeratorThe "smart" refrigerator from LG is loaded with high tech features, but the most interesting feature requires a manual knock on the door which activates a lighting system that reveals the contents inside the fridge.Washer Washer DryerIn 2015, LG first launched this washer within a washer, eg. a full-sized washer with a mini washer in a bottom compartment. This year, it appears that the full-sized washer has been converted to a combo full-sized washer/dryer still with mini washer at the bottom.Easy to Organize French Door RefrigeratorFrench Door refrigerators have become so popular partly because of the ease of seeing and arranging the contents. In this new CES award winning refrigerator from Whirlpool, redesigned lighting, shelves and compartments as well -
September 24, 2014
Who makes the best dishwasher?
Top Rated Dishwashers Find them at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterThere are a lot of great dishwashers to choose from these days. In fact, Consumer Reports has 40 dishwasher models on their recommended list. But, who makes the best dishwasher? We did some research, and found these opinions among reviewers. Top 10 Pro Reviews - March 2014 KitchenAid Architect Series II KUDE70FX Pros -You get a handful of energy-saving features to complement stellar washing performance. Cons - This dishwasher only has two spray arms – bottom and middle. The Verdict: 9.85/10This KitchenAid Architect Series II dishwasher is the best in our comparison. It has all the features you need to clean even heavily soiled dishes, and it’s whisper quiet and very energy efficient. Others: 2. LG Studio 3. KitchenAid Pro Line 4. LG True Steam 5. Samsung DW80F800 6. Electrolux Wave-Touch 7. GE Profile 8. Bosch 800 Series Reviewed.com - November 2013 Best Dishwasher - KitchenAid Architect II KUDS30FXSS Runner-Up - Bosch 800 Plus SHE8PT55UC Consumer Reports - August 2014 "...a new model, the KitchenAid KDTM354DSS...has claimed the top spot." "Almost all of the dishwashers we tested clean well and are easy to load..." So, which dishwasher should you buy? Consider the recommendations above as well as price, and you're own personal feature preferences. Then call or visit the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for the best dishwasher selection and price. Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City:
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