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August 26, 2012
Choosing an Appliance Brand
Getting ready to purchase new appliances and confused about where to begin? How about settling on a brand first? This can be an easy way to narrow the field and to make sure that you get a product that suites your lifestyle and your budget.First let's consider what a brand really is and what it means. Unfortunately, the word brand has different meanings to different people and in different circumstances. For example, we often associate a brand with its logo. We also sometimes confuse a brand with its generic equivalent. We think of the word BandAid as the same as a bandage, even though it is only one brand of bandage, or we ask for a Kleenex instead of a tissue. Basically, a brand tells the unique story of a product or company. It defines the product or company. Marketers like to say that a brand is the company or organization's specific "promise".How does that help us in buying appliances? When you select the appliances for your home, you are looking for a set of attributes that most fit your needs that include product features, quality, price, warranty, etc. Each brand will represent a collection of those attributes.Appliance manufacturers tend to position themselves across a spectrum of these attributes and that makes it much easier for customers to narrow their section. For example, if we were looking at refrigerators strictly for price you would find the Chinese brand Haier at one end of the price -
August 09, 2012
How to choose. Picking a new appliance (or anything).
How to Choose: Advice in selecting new kitchen appliances. -
August 07, 2012
LA Food and Wine Festival Update
Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival. Featuring Jenn-Air appliances and America's Top Chefs. -
July 27, 2012
French Door Refrigerators
What is a French Door Refrigerator?There are four basic refrigerator/freezer categories. They are: Top-mount. This unit has the freezer on the top and a refrigerator below the freezer compartment. Doors are hinged to side swing from either the right or left.Bottom-mount. Bottom-mounts or bottom freezer configurations have the refrigerator on the top and a freezer below. The refrigerator door is hinged like the top mount, but the freezer may be either a side swing or a slide-out drawer.Side-by-Side. Side-by-Side refrigerators are a very popular configuration that have the freezer compartment on the left and the refrigerator compartment on the right. The doors are hinged on either side.French Door. These are bottom freezer refrigerators with a split-door in the refrigerator compartment that allows the refrigerator to be opened from the center. They have become increasingly popular in recent years.History of French Door refrigerators Some industry veterans may recall the short-lived appearance of a French Door model refrigerator from Whirlpool back in the '80s. It did not take with consumers, and was soon dropped.The Amana brand is well-known for its refrigeration and has been a leader in bottom freezer refrigerators for many years. In the late '90s Amana launched the first successful French Door refrigerators. Amana was acquired by Maytag in 2000, and shortly thereafter Maytag's premier Jenn-Air brand introduced a counter-depth French Door model which was a big hit. Soon all the major U.S. manufacturers had French Door refrigerator models. Not surprisingly, the Korean brands were quick to chime in with -
July 17, 2012
Problem Solved - A 36" wall oven from Wolf
A very popular configuration in the kitchen has become a cooktop with a wall-oven underneath. It's a space saving solution that has good esthetics with a nice uninterrupted site line on the countertop as well as several other advantages over a freestanding or slide-in range. Customers are often frustrated however, that when they choose a cooktop that is 36" wide, the oven is only 30" wide and therefore doesn't really match. Not to worry. Wolf makes a great 36" wall oven that will fit nicely under your choice of 36" cooktops. Its unframed door design gives the Wolf L Series 36" Built-In Single Oven a contemporary look. Dual convection delivers superior results and faster cooking; the temperature probe gives you fine control. The easy-to-use electronic control panel rotates into position. When not in use, it’s hidden behind a stainless steel panel.No compromise: you get the 36" cooktop you want and have a great 36" oven underneath. Just look at the list of features that your new Wolf oven will come with:Dual convection system with two fans and four heating elements that deliver powerful even heat distribution.Hidden back element and recessed broil element allow use of the entire oven cavityWolf exclusive spring and damper door hinge system for smooth opening and closingTen cooking modes—bake, roast, broil, convection bake, convection roast, convection broil, convection, bake stone (accessory required), dehydrate (accessory required) and proofRotating glass touch control panel that can disappear when the oven is not in useStunning cobalt blue porcelain oven interiorFive level -
July 15, 2012
Bertazzoni - Featured Appliance Brand
Francesco Bertazzoni founded the Bertazzoni company in 1882 to supply wood burning stoves to his home town of Guastalla in Northern Italy. His venture was a success and Bertazzoni soon came to be known all over Italy. The family built the first Bertazzoni factory in 1909, and made a major expansion in the 1920s.The company continued to grow, and in in1981, fresh out of business school Paolo Bertazzoni joined the company. Soon after, with his sister Elisabetta, they set forth in a new direction using top Milan designers to take Bertazzoni from a utilitarian styled range line to a refined line of elegant Italian kitchen appliances.With the addition of new factories in the 1990's, Bertazzoni products are now available throughout Italy and in 60 countries around the world. The brand is focused on serving the premium market segment with functional appliances that are also beautiful. At the 2012 KBIS (Kitchen and Bath International Show), Bertazonni's unique modular cooktop (below) was awarded KBIS best in class.The Freestanding line of Bertazzoni cooking products is built as Professional Series, Master Series, Heritage Series, and Modular Series.The Professional Series of ranges is available in sizes of 24", 30", 36", and 48". All have one-piece stainless-steel tops, precision engineered electronic ignitiion burners, distinctive Bertazzoni easy controls, and a powerful, flexible, and accurate cooking performance. Customers can choose from the standard stainless steel finish, or a selection of classic Italian colors. Naturally, matching high performance vent hoods -
July 09, 2012
Pro 48 from Sub-Zero - A Unique Kitchen Appliance
There are so many copycats in the kitchen appliance business that it's often hard to tell one product from another or recognize one brand from another. But when it comes to the Pro 48 Refrigerator/Freezer from Sub-Zero there is just nothing like it. Nothing else looks like the Pro 48, and nothing performs like it.First let's review a few of the unique design features of this product. It's probably the most eye-catching refrigerator out there if only for its sheer size. The bold professional look of the refrigerator doesn't seek to hide either. It stands out proudly and screams heavy duty. Large towel bar handles coordinate with Sub-Zero's sister Wolf range brand to give a family appearance. The Pro 48 can be ordered with a glass window in the refrigerator door or with a solid stainless steel refrigerator door. From the sturdy 4" legs at the bottom to the industrial appearance of the top grill vent, this unit has a top to bottom Professional look that will wow your guests every time they enter the kitchen.The design team at Sub-Zero didn't stop with looks alone, however. The glass on the door is triple pane and UV resistant. The upper grill flips up for easy access. The Pro 48 refrigerator can be built-in or, with an accessory kit, can be used in a freestanding application. There is an external temperature display with easy to read digital readouts so you don't have to open the unit and let all that cold -
July 07, 2012
Three ways to save on appliances
Here's an explanation of three ways to save on appliances: FREE AppliancesMail-In RebatesInstant Rebates Free Appliance offers usually include a free appliance with the purchase of a specific kitchen appliance or kitchen appliances. For example, purchase a range or a cooktop + wall oven and get a free dishwasher. Sometimes manufacturers parlay the free offer so that if you purchase the necessary appliances to get the free dishwasher you can then purchase a built-in refrigerator and get a free vent hood or add-on appliance such as an icemaker, wine chiller, etc. for free.Mail-In Rebates are offers by appliance manufacturers to refund or "rebate" to consumers a specifc amount when they purchase qualifying appliances such as the KitchenAid appliance rebate below. The consumer must complete a rebate form or certificate, and send it in to the manufacturer along with proof of purchase. It can take up to 8 weeks to get the rebate.Instant Rebates are similar to the Mail-In Rebates above except that the dealer gives the customer the rebate at the time of purchase and gets re-imbursed by the manufacturer. Customers can save up to $2500 on Sub-Zero and Wolf kitchen appliances below.No matter what type of savings are being offered you can save the most by having an appliance expert at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center help you select the appliances that best suit your needs at the lowest total cost. Call or visit today: Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center 12025 Ventura Blvd. Ste B-105Studio City, CA 91604PH 877 -
July 06, 2012
Shop like an expert. Four July 4th tips for saving on appliances.
Buy now. Check it out. Competition heats up during holiday sale days. You can save on appliances simply because of this. If you wait until after the sale, you could easily lose hundreds of dollars. At Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center the 4th of July Sale ends July 8th.Consider closeouts. Manufacturers continually introduce new models with different features. That means they need to get rid of the previous models. These are great appliances at much lower prices just because a newer version is coming. You can save money on these closeouts. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center has made some terrific buys on Jenn-Air closeouts. Supplies are limited so check with our sales associates by calling or visiting today.Take advantage of FREE offers where available. Some manufacturers are offering FREE dishwashers with the purchase of select ranges or cooktop/wall ovens. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center is offering FREE Delivery and FREE Installation on qualifying purchases. Call today or review the details on our July 4th Ad. Click on the link below to see the entire ad.UAKC July 4 Ad.Save more with REBATES. Manufacturers regularly promote with consumer rebates to stimulate sales. Sometimes you can combine rebates with closeouts or free offers to save even more on your purchases.At Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center our sales associates will actually help you find the best products at the best prices so you can save money on the appliances you need during the 4th of July Sale. Call or visit today: Universal Appliance and -
June 26, 2012
Doing Business with a Kitchen Appliance Professional
Major appliances are classified as consumer durables. They last for several years and they are expensive. Customers making major appliance purchases deserve professional help. Unfortunately, too many consumers seek out department stores, electronic stores, or home improvement chains to make their appliance purchases. These chains run lots of ads in the paper and on TV touting low prices, but when it comes to providing help on getting the product that fits your needs as well as your budget, customers can be left in the lurch.Sales associates from home improvement stores may be completely untrained in appliances, knowing more about lightbulbs or gardening. The help in electronic chains seem to barely be out of high school and know mostly about cell phones and Nintendo.If you want to get an appliance that will do the job for you and save money at the same time, consider visiting with one of the Pros at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). They have a fantastic display of appliances, and carry most major brands from popular mass brands to esoteric luxury brands. While you are welcome to browse at your leisure, when you need help, an appliance and kitchen specialist is there to answer your questions. They won't waste your time either. They'll ask the right questions, and get you to the product that works best for you. Call or visit today:Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center12025 Ventura Blvd. Ste B-105Studio City, CA 91604PH 877 696-2987facebook twitter
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