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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 -
September 27, 2013
New Zephyr Verona Hoods
Zephyr Hoods at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Ventilation is no longer an afterthought or just a functional necessity. The folks at Zephyr make vents that are not only among the best performing hoods in the industry, but also are arguably the most beautiful. Take a look at the Verona Hoods that can change color. Read what Zephyr has to say about this innovative hood below: Verona Island or Verona Wall Verona is topped with a straight glass canopy that also serves as an ambiance setting LED display. Select the Cloud White, Deep Blue and Amber color options to best match your kitchen’s décor, or choose the Demo mode that displays all three settings in 10-second intervals. A Next Generation Europa model, Verona includes Zephyr’s DCBL Suppression System™ with Bloom™ HD LED light bulbs and LCD display controls. Verona Wall 30" or 36, Verona Island 36" or 42" size. 715 cfm vertical ducting or recirculating Accessories ZRC-00VN: Recirculating Kit Z1C-00VN: Extension Duct Cover Kit MUA00xA: Universal Make-Up Air Dampers Wall Cap Inlet, Round Wall Cap Exhaust, Round Wall Cap Exhaust, Rectangular Roof Cap Exhaust, J-Vent Tapered Reducer Back Draft Damper DCBL Suppression System DCBL Suppression System™ is the industry’s first range hood motor powered by direct current (DC) energy. An evolutionary step from the traditional AC powered range hood, all Next Generation Europa range hoods with DCBL Suppression™ provide unparalleled performance and features. Features like, Bloom™ HD LED light bulbs, the industry’s first dimmable LED bulbs and an -
June 03, 2013
Choosing a Room Air Conditioner
Room Air Conditioners Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Advice Types of Room Air Units Portable Portable air conditioners are handy for occasional cooling in hot spots where you need it most. These units are on wheels and can easily be moved where needed. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) offers a good selection of Soleus portable air conditioners. Window Window units are big sellers and easy to install. They fit on the window sill and have expandable side panels to fill most windows. Casement For homes with casement or slider windows, casement units are best. Through the wall If you're adding or enclosing a room you'll want a through the wall unit. These units typically come with a sleeve. Install the sleeve during construction and then slide the air conditioner in when ready. Heat/Cool Some of the above air conditioning types will be available as heat and cool units. They have electrical heat strips that will blow hot air into the room instead of cold. Heat Pump Heat Pumps will not only provide cold air on hot days, the compressor will work in a reverse fashion to provide hot air on cold days. UAKC carries the full line of Friedrich Air Conditioners, America's leading brand of high efficiency and Energy Star room air conditioners. Sizing of Room Air Conditioners Room air units are measured in BTU's = British Thermal Units. An air conditioner may have as few as 4,000 BTUs and go up to 24,000 BTU's. While it is important -
July 31, 2012
All about ENERGY STAR® Appliances
We've all heard about ENERGY STAR®, and we know it's a government-sponsored program, but like so many government programs, the specifics often elude us. Let's see if we can't shed some light on this so you'll have another tool to make better appliance choices.The ENERGY STAR® program was established by the EPA in 1992. It is a "voluntary public-private partnership designed to reduce energy use and related air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions."* Curiously, the first products to carry the label were energy-efficient computers. Though this blog is about appliances, it's interesting to note that there are over 60 different categories of products that are covered under the program.In appliances the following product categories are eligible for ENERGY STAR® certification. clothes washersdehumidifiersdishwashersfreezersrefrigeratorsroom air cleaners and purifiersroom air conditionersventilating, fans water coolersIt's important to distinguish between the Energy Guide Label and the ENERGY STAR® Label.The EnergyGuide label estimates the actual energy consumption that an appliance will use and provides some information about whether that use is above or below the average for that type of product. The dollar amount at the bottom of the EnergyGuide is the estimated yearly operating cost based on the national average cost of electricity. Example EnergyGuide label.The ENERGY STAR label is the government’s symbol for energy efficiency. It helps consumers easily recognize highly efficient products, homes, and buildings that save energy and money, and help protect the environment. The ENERGY STAR label often appears at the bottom of the EnergyGuide label for qualified products. Customers want to -
April 19, 2012
Celebrate Earth Day - Replace your energy hog
Do you have an energy hog in your garage? No, we're not talking about your gas guzzling car. It's that old refrigerator or freezer that your using to store extra beer or all the fish you caught in Alaska. Earth Day is Sunday April 22nd. Pledge to save energy by recycling that old clunker. Guess what. That old refrigerator could easily be costing you $10 or more a month. The nice folks at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center will show you a great selection of undercounter refrigerators, beverage centers, and refrigerator/freezer drawers. These products will save you energy and you can even showcase them in your home. Think wet bar, home office, rec room, etc. Brands and prices vary, but UAKC has the best selection. Choose from KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, SubZero, GE, GE Monogram, Marvel, U-Line, True, and many others. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center 12025 Ventura Blvd. Ste B-105 Studio City, CA 91604 PH 877 696-2987
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