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September 25, 2016
Choosing the Right Refrigerator Style
Selecting a New RefrigeratorBasic ConfigurationsThere are four basic refrigerator configurations that comprise the full-size home refrigerator category.Top Freezer style refrigerator/freezers are a bit of a dinosaur for most homes, but they are still found in apartments and in kitchens where space is really limited. They're at the bottom of the scale in price and features. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) can provide quotes for apartment managers, builders, and other multi-family needs. Bottom Freezer refrigerators, while not the most popular refrigerator configuration, are still preferred by some. A more modern version of the Bottom Freezer refrigerator is the French Door Refrigerator - a Bottom Freezer fridge with split doors above the freezer. French Door refrigerators have become very popular over the last 20 years as customers have opted for the convenience of a freezer on the bottom and full width refrigerator space on the top accessible by split doors. Recent variations of the French Door refrigerator configuration include multiple compartments and doors. Side-by-Side refrigerators have freezer space accessible through a door on the left side and refrigerator space on the other.Refrigerator depths and heightWithin the 4 refrigerator configurations, there are the different refrigerator depths that will affect how your refrigerator appears in the kitchen space.Full-Depth refrigerators can have a depth of 30 or more inches causing them to stick out from standard 24 inch cabinets and adjacent 25 1/2 inch countertops. Counter-Depth refrigerators while -
July 20, 2016
Advances in Refrigerators
We've Come a Long WayGE Refrigerator with Keurig Coffee Cartridge at UAKCGeneral Electric (GE) recently launched a new French Door Refrigerator that sports a Keurig Coffee Cartridge. Owners of this refrigerator can clear their countertops of coffee makers. The GE refrigerator with the Keurig Cartridge will brew up a fresh cup of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, etc. just like a Keurig coffee maker.Frankly, when I first saw GE's new fridge being demonstrated at a trade show, I smiled and dismissed this as just another gimmick. Recently, I asked myself if I was giving this a fair hearing. Back in the 70's manufacturers added water and ice dispensers in the doors of refrigerators, I'm sure that someone like me thought that was silly. After all, how hard is it to open the door of your refrigerator to access ice and water. Jeez!!Seriously, making a fresh, hot cup of coffee or other hot beverage, quickly with no muss or fuss is pretty cool. So, here's the scoop direct from GE on this new innovative refrigerator feature.GE CAFÉ™ SERIES ENERGY STAR® 22.2 CU. FT. COUNTER-DEPTH FRENCH-DOOR REFRIGERATOR WITH KEURIG® K-CUP® BREWING SYSTEMCHOOSE YOUR BREWThe single serve brewer is designed to accept a variety of K-Cup pods so you can enjoy coffee, tea, cider, and hot cocoa all from the refrigerator. Plus, it’s dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.FILTERED FRESHNESSEnjoy coffee made with fresh, filtered water thanks to our exclusive filtration system. Our RPWFE replacement water filter provides our most advanced filtration yet — removing -
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 -
June 04, 2016
Dacor Appliances
Home Town Appliances: DacorIt's nice to know that just like Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, Dacor, a successful major appliance manufacturer is based right here in Soucal and they manufacture many of their leading appliances in their factory in City of Industry, CA.The original appliance business was started by Stanley Joseph and his brother Anthony in 1948. Incorporated in 1965 as Distinctive Appliance, Inc. (Dacor). Stanley's sons soon joined Dacor and eventually (1981) purchased the company. Today, Dacor ("day-core") is a California-based, family-owned, privately held company that designs, manufactures and distributes kitchen appliances, specializing in the ultra-premium product tier, including wall ovens, ranges, cooktops, dishwashers, warming drawers, microwaves, ventilation hoods, refrigerators, wine dispensers, barbecue grills and beverage centers. The company’s headquarters and 325,000 square-foot manufacturing facility are based in City of Industry, California.Dacor's Heritage is CookingHere's one of Dacor's most popular ranges that you can get from the UAKC locations in either Studio City or Calabasas.Discovery™ 36" Dual-Fuel RangeDYRP36DExquisitely crafted, the Discovery iQ™ 36" Dual-Fuel Range is what happens when good cooks and brilliant designers collaborate. A marvelous combination of culinary and cooking technology destined to up the game of impassioned cooks.Touches like soft-close hinges to prevent doors from slamming and the Discovery iQ state-of-the art 7" Android™ powered touch screen make cooking easy and fun. You can also remotely turn on your range from anywhere with your smart phone or tablet.And when your perfectly cooked pork loin is done, you and your entire family will get a text as -
April 25, 2016
Porcelain in Appliances
Where did the porcelain go? Back in the day, nearly all major appliances used porcelain somewhere. Dishwashers had porcelain tubs. Washers and dryers had porcelain tops and lids, and most washers had porcelain tubs. Early ranges used porcelain everywhere, and even today ranges use porcelain oven interiors and many have porcelain tops. Refrigerators evolved from porcelain inside and out (including crispers and liners) to now having no porcelain whatsoever. Porcelain finishes were desirable and manufacturers bragged about them.Making porcelain on steel appliance parts is a complex and expensive process. In addition, environmental issues exist not only at the manufacturing level, but also in disposing of appliances at the end of life. Therefore, over time manufacturers have greatly reduced the use of porcelain in appliances.Inexpensive dishwashers now have plastic tubs, and upscale models feature stainless steel interiors. Refrigerators have plastic crispers and interiors which also allow energy-saving foam-in-place insulation. While you might find washers and dryers with porcelain tops, many now feature a high gloss, durable, painted finish. Inside, very few washers have porcelain tubs. Inexpensive washers might have plastic tubs, while the premium models have tubs made of stainless steel. However, range ovens and built-in ovens still use primarily porcelain for their oven interiors.As a consumer, you should take note of the appliances you have that have porcelain finishes or interiors. When it comes time to dispose of these products, they'll need to be properly recycled. Check local or state regulations and find a certified recycling center for your appliance. -
February 24, 2016
Sub-Zero Undercounter Refrigerators and Freezers
More Undercounter Appliances From Sub-Zero and WolfSub-Zero makes Great Refrigerators and Freezers in Small Sizes Too!We've recently written about Wolf's 24" wide ovens designed to fit in small spaces (see below). NEW WOLF 24" WALL OVEN FITS IN SMALL KITCHENSNow, it's time to introduce Sub Zero's undercounter refrigerator and freezer drawers.Depending on the unit, these accessible undercounter appliances are available in 24", 27", and 30" widths. 30" Freezer Model ID-30FI comes equipped with an icemaker, while 30" Refrigerator Model ID-30R comes equipped with an internal water dispenser. All units are designed for convenience and accessibility, equipped with smart-touch controls, and soft-close doors. With Sub-Zero's legendary panelization options you may want your new undercounter appliances to blend in with surrounding cabinets. The soft-on LED lighting prevents that blinding light you experience on opening most refrigerators and freezers, and the responsive smart-touch controls make adjustments a breeze. It's not enough for Sub-Zero to offer all this convenience, accessibility, and soft-touch operation; they go the extra distance with elegant soft-closing drawers. The 30" freezer model ID-30FI is equipped with an automatic ice maker with a "Max Ice" feature that you'll love for parties. The 30" refrigerator model ID-30R has an internal filtered water dispenser. Of course, these units are going to give you years and years of dependable service and are backed up by Sub-Zero's exceptional 24/7 support.Here's what Sub-Zero has to say about their quality engineering and reliability:RIGOROUSLY TESTED TO ENSURE DEPENDABILITYEvery component of every single Sub-Zero unit is tested in our -
February 05, 2016
KBIS 2016 New Appliances
IBS/KBIS 2016 more new products...and one more thingLiebherr Under Counter Slide-Out RefrigeratorComing Soon to Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterIt's no secret that there is considerable growth in the undercounter appliance category. At the January 2016 Kitchen and Bath Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas Liebherr showed a unique "pull-out" undercounter refrigerator. Here's what they said about the UPR 503:"The new UPR 503 undercounter pull-out refrigerator ensures that fresh food is always within reach. Combining high energy efficiency with optimal storage space, the UPR 503 can be adjusted in height to match that of the countertop for perfect alignment with your kitchen design. The UPR 503 offers maximum ease-of-use thanks to its SoftTelescopic system of self-retracting and fully-extendable tiered storage compartments. This is the perfect space-saving addition for any kitchen or living area."The growth in the undercounter appliance category is a reflection of the practicality and the increasing need for accessibility for everyone. This includes our largest demographic group, baby-boomers, as well as all those in our population who for any number of reasons don't have easy reach for food stored higher than counter height. While at one time, most under counter refrigerator products were inexpensive fridges for college dorm rooms, major luxury and specialty brands such as Sub Zero and U-line, and now Liebherr are recognizing that accessible is not age or price point driven, but need driven. Regardless of your interest in undercounter refrigerators or other major appliances and plumbing fixtures, you're sure to find what you need at Universal -
January 31, 2016
Football Fever and New Appliances from IBS/KBIS
Great Recipe for the big game How to Make Sweet Potato Fries With Garlic + HerbsINGREDIENTS2 Pounds Orange Sweet Potatoes 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil ¼ Teaspoons Sea Salt 3 Tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese 2 Tablespoons Flat-Leaf Parsley (chopped) 1 Garlic Clove (minced) Gather your ingredients. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Rinse and dry your sweet potatoes. Cut them lengthwise and slice them 1/2 inch thick, cutting them into small pieces, 3 inches long. Place potatoes in a medium sized bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and mix to coat. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Spread the potatoes out evenly on a baking sheet, lined with parchment paper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning them over 1/2 way through until the potatoes are browned on the edges and tender. While the fries are cooking, roughly chop 2 tablespoons of parsley. Mince 1 clove of garlic. Grate 3 tablespoons of Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese. Toss warm fries with cheese, parsley + garlic. Enjoy! Recipe inspired by: Snapguide and http://www.williams-sonoma.com/recipe/sweet-potato-fries-garlic-herbs.htmlNew Under Counter Appliances at UAKCUnder Counter Refrigerator and Freezer OptionsThere has been a trend over the last few years to locate more appliances conveniently under a counter in a wall cabinet or even in an island. Appliance manufacturers have long offered undercounter refrigerators, icemakers, and wine coolers. Now, we're seeing expanded offerings in undercounter freezers, beverage centers, and refrigerator or freezer drawers. Here are two examples of Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center brands that have an assortment of undercounter appliance offerings:Marvel "The new handcrafted Marvel and Marvel Professional -
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 -
December 12, 2015
Electrolux Savings at UAKC
Save up to $1000 on Electrolux Kitchen AppliancesHoliday Savings at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterThere's still time to get up to $1000 in rebates direct from Electrolux on your purchases of select Electrolux kitchen appliances from Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.Electrolux Rebates: Gas or Electric Ranges $200 Rebate Gas or Electric Cooktops $50 Rebate Vent Hoods $50 Rebate Microwave Hoods $100 Rebate Double Ovens $200 Rebate Single Ovens $200 Rebate Warming Drawer $50 Rebate Refrigerators $200 Rebate All-Freezer $150 Rebate All-Refrigerator $150 Rebate Dishwashers $50 Rebate Individual Rebates $50 to $250 plus bonuses available below: $50 BONUS with purchase of 2 qualifying appliances- OR -$150 BONUS with purchase of 3 qualifying appliances- OR -$250 BONUS with purchase of 4 qualifying appliances- OR -$300 BONUS with purchase of 5 or more qualifying appliances Call or hurry In to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today for Holiday Savings on Electrolux or other fine appliances and plumbing fixtures.
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