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January 10, 2014
Appliance Colors for 2014
Alternatives to Stainless Steel Choosing Appliance Colors at UAKC Pantone has chosen Radiant Orchid as the color of the year for 2014. If nothing else, this color is sure to be a conversation starter. In major appliances, Stainless Steel continues to reign supreme, though stainless steel has not been without its challengers. A few years ago, Jenn-Air introduced Oiled Bronze appliances as a designer finish, but while it attracted a lot of attention, few sales followed. Viking has had an extensive array of colors available in it's appliance line, now pared down to about a dozen favorites. Taking a more conservative approach, Wolf has elected to add a black glass look to its oven lineup, and the German brand Miele has added Brilliant White Plus to its sleek European kitchen aesthetic.GE recently introduced a line of appliances in Slate, as a less expensive alternative to Stainless Steel, and Whirlpool is touting its Ice Collection - shiny white or black with stainless accents. BlueStar ranges offer over 750 color and finish combinations (see Radiant Orchid below), while Italian brand, Bertazzoni also has jumped on the color bandwagon. Several other European brands are also available in various colors. They include SMEG, La Cornue, and AGA.Designers have been adding touches of color to monochromatic kitchens for interest and contrast. Maybe, a few colorful appliances will help brighten your kitchen. For expert help selecting colorful or not -
January 06, 2014
Placement of a Microwave Oven
Where do you locate a microwave? Adding a microwave to an existing kitchen can be a daunting task. There are four places where microwave ovens are likely to be found in a kitchen, and there are advantages and disadvantages to each option. Here is the list of each choice and a discussion of their respective benefits. Feel free to contact the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for specific models and dimensions. Countertop Placing a microwave oven on a countertop is an obvious choice, and in the early years this is all way microwave ovens were located. The big, hefty Amana Radarange is iconic of this era. Countertop microwaves are convenient and are relatively inexpensive. Nevertheless, this is usually an undesirable solution because the microwave takes up valuable counterspace.Over-the-range GE invented the O-T-R micro-hood combination back in the 70's. The O-T-R microwave has become commonplace and often a standard feature in new homes. While the micro-hood gets the microwave off the countertop, the eye-level location is not ergonomically sound, and the ventilation system is generally considered inferior.Built-In to the cabinets This can be an ideal solution. A microwave oven in the wall located at the perfect height is going to be a homemaker's delight. However, there can be difficulties. Upper cabinets are generally only 12" deep and will only accommodate a very small microwave oven. This means that there must be a full depth -
January 05, 2014
New Years Appliance Resolutions
Planning Your New Appliance Purchases Considerations for Buying New Appliances Here's a New Year Resolution list for planning your appliance purchases in 2014: Take inventory of your potential appliance needs by determining the age and condition of your existing appliances. If your washing machine is 12 years old, and has been making funny noises, you should anticipate that you'll be needing a new washer sooner rather than later. Budget for appliance replacement. Begin setting aside money to replace that clunky old washing machine. Even if you can fund part of the purchase from this appliance reserve fund, it might mean the difference between getting a "bare bones" product versus the one you really want and need. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) carries most major brands and models. For example, you can select a new washer from among great brand names such as Frigidaire, GE, LG, Maytag, and Whirlpool. Some appliances get replaced before they have failed, such as in a new kitchen remodel project. Here too, you can do some advance planning. If you're working with a design firm, they can help you get started. The professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) are always there to answer your questions and guide you through the process. Appliances are a big part of a kitchen remodel. Don't blow your budget on granite countertops and fancy cabinets only to find out you can't afford the appliances you've always dreamed of. Allow sufficient upfront order and delivery time for special orders. -
January 02, 2014
Appliances and Plumbing Fixtures in 2014
More Great Appliance and Plumbing Values in 2014 Best Selection and Prices at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center What can customers expect in appliances and plumbing fixtures in 2014? The industry will continue to feature products which represent tremendous values for consumers. If you look at the price of a refrigerator thirty years ago, you'd find that a really good price on a side-by-side refrigerator with ice and water dispenser would be between $1300 and $1500. Today, you can get a side-by-side refrigerator with dispenser for around $1000, AND it will cost much less to operate than ever before! Think about that. Consider the cost of a new car thirty years ago and compare it with the cost of a new car today. The cost of cars has increased many times over! While luxury appliances can be very expensive, the range of prices and selections in appliances has never been wider. At Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC), customers can select from the finest appliances the industry has to offer, but they can also find major brand appliances to fit any budget. Popular priced mass appliance brands such as Frigidaire, GE, Amana, and Whirlpool are regularly featured at UAKC sale prices. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center also offers a wide variety of plumbing fixtures in top brands such as Toto, Brizo, HansGrohe, and others. During 2013, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center sponsored a variety of cooking demonstrations in their showrooms in Studio City and Calabasas as well as offsite -
January 01, 2014
Some Appliance Rebates Valid into early January 2014
Rebates extending into 2014 at UAKC Some Appliance Rebates Expire in Early January While many appliance manufacturer rebates expired on 12/31/2013, there are a few that have expiration dates going into the early days of January 2014. Just so you don't miss out, we've listed them below and provided links to the rebate forms on the UAKC Rebates Page. WARNING: Most of the rebate offers below are short term rebates offered just for the Holiday Season. They will not be renewed or repeated in the near future. Please act quickly so you don't miss out. Click on the links below for specific models and details of the rebate offer. Bosch: Bosch New Year Savings Package Rebate Up To $300 Package Mail-In Rebate With the purchase of qualifying Bosch appliances. Valid from 12/26/13 to 01/05/14 Electrolux: Electrolux Package Rebate $100 Mail-In Rebate with purchase of any 2 select range, dishwasher, or over-the-range microwave models. Valid from 12/15/13 to 01/04/14 Electrolux Happy Holidays/New Year New Savings Laundry Rebate! Up to $200 Mail-In Rebate with the purchase of a qualifying Electrolux Front Load Laundry Pair Valid from 12/15/13 to 01/04/14 Electrolux Built-In Cooking Appliances Rebate Complete your Kitchen and Receive up to $1200 in Reward Card with Purchase of Select Electrolux Built-In Cooking Appliances. Valid from 11/18/13 to 01/04/14 Frigidaire: Frigidaire Professional New Year New Savings Rebate Up To $475 Mail-In Rebate With the purchase of qualifying Frigidaire appliances. Valid from 12/22/13 to 01/04/14 Frigidaire X13 Kitchen Package Rebate! Up to $200 back -
December 27, 2013
Save on Appliances and Help Children's Hospital
Year End Sale on Appliances and Plumbing Fixtures At Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Winter Wonderland Sale December 27-30 How many times a year does Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) have a year-end sale? Of course, only once! And now is the last time you'll have to get some of the best buys of the year with up to 40% off on appliances and plumbing fixtures. As an added bonus you'll be helping the kids at Children's Hospital Los Angeles since UAKC will be donating a portion of its sales during this last 4 days of the year. These are a few of our favorite things at UAKC Here are some of the plumbing specials at UAKC that can save you hundreds of dollars on name brands such as Toto, Icera, Empire, KWC, and Hansgrohe: You can also save hundreds on the Amana, GE, Maytag, Whirlpool, and Bosch appliances listed below: To see all the specials listed on the UAKC Year End Sale Flyer click on the link below: UAKC Year-End Sale Call or visit one of the San Fernando Valley Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center locations today. You'll save money and help out the kids at Children's Hospital Los Angeles at the same time. Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City: Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center facebook twitter -
December 26, 2013
Year End Holiday Sale at UAKC
Winter Wonderland Sale At Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center 4-day holiday sales event benefiting Children’s Hospital Los Angeles It just can't get much better than this. It's the end of the year at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC), and you can take advantage of some of the best prices of the year on plumbing fixtures and appliances. In addition, Dec. 27-30 UAKC is donating a percentage of your purchase to Children's Hospital Los Angeles. “We’re looking forward to giving back this holiday season to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles,” states Igor Royz, President and CEO of Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. “What better way to keep with spirit of the holidays than to help children in need.” Here are just a few of the bargains available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center these last few days. Appliances Save on major brands such as General Electric, Whirlpool, Frigidaire, and Maytag. Plumbing Fixtures Featuring Toto, HansGrohe, Franke, Brizo, and more. Click the link below to access the entire Year End Sale Flyer UAKC Year-End Sale In addition to Universal's donation to help the children, and savings of up to 40%, you can take advantage of no-interest financing for 18 months, plus free-delivery, and free haul-away of the old appliances. So hurry in to the nearest Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center showroom, save money on your purchase, and help support the kids at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City: Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center facebook -
December 23, 2013
Day 12 of the 12 Days of Christmas at UAKC
Speedy Santa Likes SpeedCook at UAKC Maybe the most underutilized appliance in the kitchen is the full-featured microwave convection oven with a "SpeedCook" feature. Read below to see why SpeedCook microwaves are one of our favorite appliances, and are so useful this time of year. Of course, you'll always find the best selection and lowest prices at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). For other great buys on appliances and plumbing fixtures for the holidays click on the link below: UAKC Year-End Sale Microwave Ovens aren't just for popcorn any more New *SpeedCook technology has now enabled microwave combination ovens to do much of the "heavy lifting" of a conventional oven in a fraction of the time. If you've traditionally thought of microwave ovens as something to heat up water for tea, or re-heat leftovers, you should take a look at how SpeedCook microwave ovens use 21st century technology to give you oven quality food with microwave speed. Here's what Consumer Reports has to say about the powerful new microwave ovens: Speed is being joined by smarts as the big brands heat up their microwave oven lines. Many now have sensors that automate a number of cooking chores beyond popcorn. Sales-hungry manufacturers are also adding convection cooking and other features aimed at homeowners who want a second oven without having to remodel. - CR How do SpeedCook microwave ovens work? Using conventional oven 240v. thermal power in a smaller cavity will naturally cook faster, then by adding a convection fan, -
December 18, 2013
Day 7 of the 12 Days of Christmas at UAKC
Induction Range - Another Original Holiday Idea When choosing a kitchen appliance for a holiday gift, what could be better than a range. After all, cooking is the main purpose of the kitchen, and an Induction Range is the quickest way to bring the kitchen into the 21st century. Here are some great choices at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) that we've taken from our blog archives. But if this just isn't the right appliance for you, then visit one of the two UAKC locations today or click on the link below to check out all the great appliances and plumbing fixtures at Holiday Sale Prices. UAKC Year-End Sale Best Price and Selection at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Buying a New Range? Consider an induction range. Prices have come down, and the technology is superb and reliable. The induction rangetop will give you more power and responsiveness than gas, and the clean smooth glass cooktop stays cool. Spills wipe up easily. Here are induction ranges from three big brands. Frigidaire, Whirlpool, and GE.Frigidaire FPIF3093LF The Frigidaire induction range has a hybrid cooktop that offers great versatility with 2 induction elements, and up to 3 electric elements. The 10" induction element offers up to 3,400 watts of power, so you can bring water to a boil quickly. The range has a convection oven, and a warming drawer. The interface makes operation incredibly easy and allows for precise control of burner temperatures. [caption -
December 17, 2013
Day 6 of the 12 Days of Christmas at UAKC
Unique and Practical Gift Idea: Over-the-Range Microhood At Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Throughout the 80's and 90's countertop microwaves were hugely popular as gifts. But their popularity has waned as has their practicality because of the precious countertop space that they occupy. A practical solution to this problem is to replace that old vent hood with a new Over-the-Range (OTR) Micro-hood that serves both as a microwave and a vent hood. Micro-hoods (invented by GE) are increasingly becoming standard in new home construction, but they are rarely thought of as gifts because they need to be installed. However, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) has a solution to the installation problem. They have their own factory-trained installation crews. They can quickly replace that old vent hood, and they'll even haul it away for free. Take a look below at a just a few of the many micro-hoods available at UAKC, and hurry in today to order yours. For other great buys on appliances and plumbing fixtures for the holidays click on the link below: UAKC Year-End Sale 3 Micro-hoods that would make great gift choices. Enjoy the convenience of a vent hood and microwave oven in a single appliance. Microwave hood combinations (also known as over-the-range microwaves OTRs) come in a variety of brands and have a host of feature selection. Here are just three that are highlighted below. They are modestly priced and have some great features. All of them have 1000 watts of power and at least
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