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December 27, 2014
2014 Kitchens
3 Kitchen Trends in 2014 Here's what has been trending in kitchen design: Contrast A little more than a decade ago appliance manufacturers called it white-on-white. White appliances with chrome trim had been de rigueur for years, so the early movement to solid white was a big deal in the beginning of the last decade. Kitchen cabinets, countertops, sinks and even faucets contributed to the solid white kitchen. Even today, an all-white kitchen is not unusual or out of place. However, for several years, we've seen the ever popular white kitchen complemented with contrasting yet subdued colors, in particular grey. Now, contrast is becoming more bold with black showing up in islands and base cabinets, stainless steel sinks, and chrome, or even gold faucets. Color Along with non-white cabinets, sinks, and faucets, 2014 saw more solid contrasting colors on kitchen walls not just gray or black, but also bright colors and pastel shades. Thanks to specialty appliance manufacturers such as Smeg, BlueStar, Bertazzoni, and even Viking, many appliance color options are now available even though stainless steel continues to dominate. Changes in upper cabinets and islands. Upper cabinets are sometimes being replaced by shelves, and occasionally disappearing entirely. See the limited use of upper wall cabinets in the photo above. Islands have been around for a long time, but we're seeing more use of islands for seating, and even tables and chairs as substitutes for islands. What can we expect in 2015? There will be more of the same as -
November 25, 2014
Kitchen and Bath Business 2014 Winners
K&BB Announces Winners of its 2014 Product Innovator Awards Here are some of the winners of the K&BB 2014 Producct Innovator Awards, along with a brief writeup from K&BB. You can find all of these and more at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. Discovery IQ 48" Dual-Fuel Range by Dacor This Discovery Range is the first to feature Dacor’s iQ Cooking App and the functionality of an Android tablet. The Remote iQ Cooking App allows home chefs to control the range via their smartphone or tablet – from any connected location.Read more about Dacor's IQ technology. Click below: Dacor Discovery IQ ONE Collection by BLANCO This collection features three spacious, stainless steel sinks and five accessory kits for the ultimate in individualized workstations.Read more about Blanco. Click below: Blanco sinks HydraChoice Max by Brizo This body spray system includes high technology body jets and available 50-degree adjustment of the spray heads in any direction.Read more about Brizo. Click below: Brizo Faucets Bosch’s Benchmark Single Wall Oven. In addition to its great cooking features, this oven has a SideOpening door, which is a great innovation for anyone who has burned a forearm getting something out of the oven.Read more about the new Bosch Oven line. Click below: Bosch Benchmark Ovens iSteam 2.0 by Mr. Steam This Wi-Fi-enabled steam shower control, is a state-of-the-art LCD touch-screen panel that responds to a touch or a swipe.Read more about iSteam. Click below: Mr. Steam iSteam Viking’s Professional French-Door Double Oven This oven has a -
November 09, 2014
The BEST place for major appliances and plumbing fixtures
Why Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center is YOUR best choice If you're doing your due diligence on where to purchase new appliances and plumbing fixtures, you should consider Universal Appliance an Kitchen Center (UAKC). Here's why: The Other Guys Southern California has its fair share of appliance showrooms. Some focus exclusively on esoteric products, and have luxurious, look-but-don't-touch showrooms. They make you feel as if you need to present your credentials before entering. At the other extreme, you may want to think twice about appliance retailers that advertise with tag lines that say "New and Used" or "We Take Trade-Ins." Just as risky, is going to the big box stores where sales associates wear aprons and sell light-bulbs, and garden supplies along with appliances, and plumbing supplies. The UAKC Difference UAKC does have very nice showrooms (see video below) in great locations. Expect live appliance vignettes, and beautiful designer displays, as well as rows of gleaming appliances. No matter your interests, you're always going to feel at home at UAKC. Even if they don't have valet parking (lol), you're sure to be greeted with a smile by a knowledgable sales associate. At UAKC, you'll find a host of luxury brands such as Wolf, Sub Zero, Viking, Thermador, Miele, etc. available for the most refined and discerning tastes. In additon, you'll also find on display top mass brands such as GE, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, and more. This is a signature feature at UAKC. They'll work hard to match your wishes and desires, -
October 07, 2014
Calabasas Pumpkin Festival
Mark Your Calendar - Pumpkin Festival Oct. 18 and 19UAKC Appliance ExtravaganzaHave you ever wondered what the name Calabasas stands for? PUMPKIN...of course! But if you're in the market for major appliances and plumbing fixtures, Calabasas means Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). Join us for the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival, and stop by Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center to take advantage of the many fall specials.You can find all the major appliance brands at UAKC such as Frigidaire, GE, Maytag, and Whirlpool. As well as premium brands KitchenAid, Bosch, Frigidaire Gallery, GE Profile, and GE Café. And super premium brands Bertazzoni, Electrolux, Jenn-Air, Dacor, and Thermador. Not to mention luxury brands including Gaggenau, GE Monogram, Miele, Sub Zero, Viking, and Wolf.Enjoy the outdoor booths. Check out all the pumpkins and the Jack-O-Lanterns at the festival. Treat yourself to a snack, and by all means have fun. BUT, don't forget the real treat and visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center in Calabasas to see the festival of stunning appliances. UAKC even sells pumpkin...yes pumpkin colored appliances!Here is a refrigerator above from Italy, SMEG, that fits perfectly into a small space and that truly adds a splash of color to this tiny kitchen.Above is a Viking Built-In Side-by-Side refrigerator that will be the focal point of any kitchen.And here is a stunning Bertazzoni range from Italy, that is providing some happy owner, luxury at an affordable price. Other brands such as BlueStar (made in USA) also offer a large variety of appliances -
October 03, 2014
Rangetop vs Cooktop
Choosing the right cooking surface unit Buying a New Rangetop vs a New Cooktop What?? Aren't rangetops and cooktops really the same thing? No, they're definitely not! For sure, if you ever try to replace a rangetop with a cooktop or vice versa you're going to find out very quickly that they are substantially different. In short, think of a rangetop as the upper portion of a range, including front facing knobs in the cabinet front. Think of a cooktop as a surface unit only, with the knobs on the countertop surface.Though you could find an electric rangetop if you looked hard enough (I think Viking and Electrolux make them), rangetops are most likely to have gas burners rather than electric elements. On the other hand, both gas and electric cooktops are commonly available in nearly all brands. So, what are the advantages and disadvantages of each? Well, since rangetops have the knobs in the front, they are very accessible, and make sense in a universal design, or for anyone who might have a difficulty reaching knobs that are on the countertop, especially the knobs in the back. Similarly, you might want to have knobs on the top to keep them away from small children. Remember though, all knobs require a push-and-turn movement to operate regardless of where the knobs are located. Also, If you're trying for a Pro-Style look, the rangetop is going to have more of this professional,restaurant type look. But, -
October 01, 2014
Viking Appliance Sale
NEW Savings on Viking Appliances October 1 through December 31, 2014 Shop today at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Savings Begin NOW Starting today and through the end of the year at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center you can receive $400 - $600 instant savings on Viking appliances AND get a free Viking outdoor grill. Viking Range Co. Savings Savings valued at up to $1699 on basic kitchen package Save $400 - $600 and get a FREE Viking Outdoor Grill $1099 value grill INSTANT SAVINGS + FREE OUTDOOR GRILL EVENT $400 INSTANT SAVINGS ON ANY VIKING 3 SERIES RANGE Choose one: VIKING 3 SERIES RANGE RVGR3305B RVDR3305B RVER3305B $600 INSTANT SAVINGS ON COMPLETE VIKING 3 SERIES KITCHEN PLUS FREE 1 SERIES GRILL Complete Option 1 or 2 below OPTION 1 Purchase a Viking 3 Series Range, Ventilation System, Freestanding Refrigerator, and Dishwasher. Choose one: VIKING DISHWASHER FDW100/101 FDW100/101WS FDW300 FDW300WS Choose one: VIKING 3 SERIES RANGE RVGR3305B RVDR3305B RVER3305B Choose one: VIKING VENTILATION RVMH330 RVMHC330 RVCH330 RVCH336 Choose one: VIKING REFRIGERATION VCFF236 VCFF136D OPTION 2 Purchase a Viking Cooktop PLUS a Single or Double Built-In Oven, Ventilation System, Freestanding Refrigerator, and Dishwasher. Choose one: VIKING DISHWASHER FDW100/101 FDW100/101WS FDW300 FDW300WS Choose one: VIKING COOKTOP RVGC3305B RVGC3365B RVEC3305B RVEC3365B RVEC3456B Choose one: VIKING BUILT-IN OVEN RVSOE330 RVDOE330 Choose one: VIKING VENTILATION RVMH330 RVMHC330 RVCH330 RVCH336 RVDD330R RVDD336R RVDD345R Choose one: VIKING REFRIGERATION VCFF236 VCFF136D RECEIVE A FREE 1 SERIES GRILL with purchase of a Complete Viking 3 Series Kitchen RVBQ130SS -
September 26, 2014
GE Advantium
Speed Cooking at Work See it at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Many of us probably think of microwave cooking when we hear the term Speed Cooking, and microwave assist is certainly a part of today's speed cooking systems. However, it is a mistake to think of these products as merely microwave ovens. What is Advantium? Here's how GE describes this technology: Advantium technology harnesses the power of light. The outside of the food is cooked like a conventional oven, with radiant heat produced by halogen bulbs above and below the food. This halogen-produced heat receives a boost of microwave energy. The result? Foods brown and cook evenly and fast, while retaining their natural moisture. So, Advantium uses halogen bulbs to quickly heat food with conventional radiant type heat. At the same time, the Advantium oven receives a microwave boost from the oven's magnetron tube. The results are amazing. You get all the advantages of conventional cooking- evenly cooked and browned, moist food, with the speed provided by powerful halogen lights assisted with microwave energy. And for those items that you wish to cook conventionally or with convection, this double oven unit has a full-sized oven with convection in addition to the upper Advantium oven. See GE's Advantium for yourself at one of the Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) showrooms in Studio City or Calabasas, Ca. GE Profile™ Series 30 in. Combination Double Wall Oven with Convection and Advantium® Technology PT9800SHSS Features Speedcook oven 120V (upper oven) Enjoy oven-quality -
September 21, 2014
Replacing Your Old Appliances
Buying Appliances in a Hurry What to do when your old appliance breaks down When the old fridge quits cooling, the clunky washing machine stops clunking, or the 50's cooker quits cooking, you need a new appliance NOW!! Here are a few tips on getting the appliance you need in a hurry without breaking the bank. Do a quick needs assessment. Do you want a direct replacement for the faulty appliance. Same color, brand, or style? Or is there something else you'd like? For example, if you're replacing your old top freezer refrigerator and have always wanted a French door model, now is your opportunity. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center can help. They carry all the major brands - Electrolux, Frigidaire, GE, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Whirlpool as well as most of the premium and luxury brands such as Dacor, Jenn-Air, Bosch, Miele, Thermador, Sub Zero, Monogram, Viking, Wolf and many more. Narrow the search. Let's face it. You don't have time to make a personal visit every appliance outlet in your area. Don't ignore today's modern conveniences. Let your fingers do the dialing and make a phone call. Use email and the internet. Call - Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. 1 800 387-2011 UAKC is open 7 days a week. E-Mail - UAKC even has a contact us link on their website Website - www.uakc.com Visit - Two showroom locations in Southern California with complete displays. Think about a budget. Most folks don't have an extra thousand dollars or two -
August 28, 2014
Speed Cooking Technology
High Speed Cooking in New Ovens Speed Ovens at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center The Speed Cooking oven category has been around since the 1990's. All of the big mass brands now have some version of speed cooking, and several of the luxury brands also offer a speed cooking oven. They do this by using some combination of cooking methods including conventional electric elements, convection fans, microwaves, halogen lights, and "air impingement". You can find most of the brands offering speed cooking ovens at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. In addition to the obvious benefit of cooking food much faster, there are other benefits to owning a speed cook oven, one of which is tremendous flexibility. In general, these ovens gives you the choice of using conventional, convection, or microwave, as you please, OR in combination to get better results faster. The GE Advantium offers the biggest selection of speed cook models. Bosch is new to the category with their newly launched line of ovens including a speed cook model. Jenn-Air offers an auto sensor steam cook feature in their speed cook convection and microwave oven. The Viking Turbo Chef air impingement system will launch this fall. Air impingement technology speeds cooking by forcing preheated air into the oven at high speed through tiny holes. It's a high pressure version of convection cooking. These four brands each have different systems with their own benefits and are representative of the variety of speed cook ovens you'll find. For in depth information -
August 21, 2014
New GE $2000 Rebate
"This is Huge"GE $2000 Rebate Availalbe at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterEffective Dates August 21st - October 19, 2014Appliance rebates have been around for many years. They started out at $20, $50, $100. Eventually, the luxury brands such as Viking and Thermador got in the act and upped the ante with huge rebates, free dishwasher offers, and more. But now, GE is offering their largest rebate ever. The more you buy, the more you get. Starting at $100 for only 2 appliances the rebate continues to grow with each additional appliance up to a whopping $2,000 for your 8th appliance purchase. Here is the offer:Purchase 2 or more eligible GE Profile™ Series, GE Café™ Series or GE® appliances from Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center from August 21 – October 19, 2014 and depending upon the number of eligible appliances purchased, receive a GE Visa prepaid card valued up to $2000 via mail-in fulfillment.Here is a list of eligible models included: Here are the rebate amounts available:Download the rebate form here: GE $2000 REBATE Aug.21-Oct.19,2014Hurry in to the nearest Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today. This rebate offer expires on October 19, 2014. Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City:We Deliver and InstallAll Major Appliances877-696-2982Studio City12050 Ventura Blvd.818-755-1111Calabasas26767 Aguora Rd.818-880-0011Showroom Hours:Mon-Sat. 9 AM to 6 PMSun 11 AM to 6 PMUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Centerfacebook twitter
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