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May 09, 2017
Big Appliance Trends in 2017
Get the Latest Appliances at UAKCSee the Newest Appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterIt seems like there is a long time between trends in appliances, and then suddenly everybody has something new going on. Now is one of those times when new trends seem to be taking off. Here are two big trends that could be with us for a while.Black Stainless Steel We've written about Black Stainless Steel before (see link below). It's got a good chance of being successful. It's very doubtful that it will replace Stainless Steel, but that doesn't mean that it won't carve out a niche of its own. Probably the biggest downside is the lack of consistency among brands. KitchenAid's Black Stainless Steel is a true black finish on metal. Samsung's Black Stainless Steel has a shiny luster (seems like a clear coating). LG's Black Stainless Steel looks more like a gray than black. Nevertheless, consumers seem to like these finishes. Time will tell.NEW APPLIANCE FINISHESConnected (Smart) AppliancesIt's happening folks. Smart appliances are here. There isn't just one solution, but a whole range of features available on appliances that "connect" our appliances with us or other devices and perform a variety of functions. Unlike a new appliance color or finish, there is less of a need for brands to adopt a common platform (though it would be nice). We're seeing appliances that connect with your smart phone, appliances with cameras inside, and appliances that will email you if you leave the door open. -
May 07, 2017
Best Appliance Selections in LA
Appliances in LA LA LANDGreat Deals on New Appliances in the Heart of LA LA LANDIt's a colorful, award winning movie about making it in LA, but there are many other true stories about finding your way in La La Land. If you're looking for new appliances, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center is LA from beginning to end.Our locations are in Studio City and Calabasas, so we're definitely LA. With humble beginnings in the LA area, UAKC is now one of the leading retailers of appliances and decorative plumbing fixtures in the greater Los Angeles area. In addition, UAKC is also a successful national appliance internet sales business headquartered in LA. Think about it: LA owned and based, 2 LA retail locations. LA warehouse and national internet sales operated from LA. We are proud to be part of LA LA LAND. When you shop and buy from Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center you're not only spending your money here, but your money stays here and helps support not only our LA business, but our LA sales, administrative, delivery, and installation staff. Our ownership and employees spend their money, raise their families, attend the schools, and places of worship here, and your money stays here and goes back into the LA economy.Compare this to the big chains, the no service home improvement operations, who base their businesses in the East. They may employee staff here, but their operations and profits wind up back East. UAKC features the 3 big name brands: -
May 05, 2017
May is Maytag Month
Celebrate May with a Great Deal on MaytagMay Savings on Maytag at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterMay is always Maytag Month, and UAKC has great deals on Maytag throughout the month. Take a look at this special offer from Maytag:WHAT IS MAY IS MAYTAG MONTH ?The annual May is Maytag Month promotion is back to bring you great deals on dependable home appliances. Don’t wait for Memorial Day to take advantage of appliance sales — claim your rebate now.That's right — for the entire month of May, Maytag is offering up to a $700 rebate by mail with purchase of select Maytag® appliances.On top of that, you're still getting a 10-year limited parts warranty that will keep you confident in your purchase for years to come. Discover great appliance deals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center with May is Maytag Month promotions.Don’t miss out — May is Maytag Month ends May 31st.Get up to a $700 rebate by mail on select laundry and kitchen appliances when you:WANT A NEW KITCHEN SUITE?Get up to a $600 rebate by mail on select kitchen appliances when you:Buy 3 — Get $250Buy 4 — Get $400Buy 5 — Get $600WANT A NEW LAUNDRY PAIR?Get up to a $100 rebate1 by mail on select laundry appliances when you:Buy 1 washer & Buy 1 dryerCLAIM YOUR REBATESubmit your rebate online or by mail. You will need your sales receipt, model and serial numbers, and the completed form in order to submit your rebate. Submission must be -
May 04, 2017
Let's Have Breakfast
Bon Appetit Breakfast SandwichIf it looks this good...well, you guessed it - IT IS GOOD. Breakfast is one of my favorite meals. (Can you guess the other two?) OK, enough guessing. There's no guesswork in this recipe. Enjoy!!IngredientsSERVINGS: MAKES 1 Unsalted butter 1 English muffin, split 1 BA Breakfast Sausage patty 2 slices American cheese 2 large eggs, beaten to blend Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Handful of chopped fresh chives Hot sauce and honey (for serving; optional)PreparationGenerously butter each half of English muffin on both sides. Heat a large griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium. Toast muffin on griddle, cut side down, pressing slightly until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip and toast on other side, pressing slightly until golden brown on other side, about 3 minutes.Meanwhile, cook BA Breakfast Sausage patty on griddle until browned on 1 side, about 2 minutes.Flip and top with American cheese; cook until sausage is cooked through and cheese starts to melt, about 2 minutes. Turn off heat; keep muffin and sausage on warm griddle while you make the eggs. Heat a knob of butter in a small nonstick skillet (6" is ideal) over medium. Add eggs and season with salt and pepper.Using a heatproof rubber spatula, cook, lifting edges and tilting skillet to let uncooked egg run underneath, until mostly set but still slightly runny on top, about 2 minutes.Top with chives and fold eggs over to make a half moon; fold in half again. To serve, top bottom half -
May 03, 2017
Mothers Day Gifts
3 Gift Ideas for MomYes you can give her an appliance for Mother's DayLet's get that old myth out of the way. IT IS OK TO GIVE AN APPLIANCE FOR MOTHER'S DAY! I was once told that a new dishwasher was just not romantic, and therefore inappropriate for Mother's Day. Nonsense.If you have an old broken down appliance, that she's been complaining about forever, there's no better time to replace it than now...Mother's Day. She'll be delighted. You might want to include a bouquet of roses or a box of chocolates, but the new appliance will be what makes the day really special.Here are three thoughts about what appliance you might want to consider: Buy something that is needed. If the old dryer shakes and rattles and is on its last legs (or leg), then it makes sense to replace it. Why buy something different, when that's what she really needs and wants? Buy something really special. If your thinking a new dishwasher would be great, but you really want to make an impression, and you're in a position to splurge consider one of the luxury European brands such as an Asko or Miele. Buy something unexpected. Does she like coffee? A new built-in coffee maker would be just the thing. Or, one of my personal favorites: a countertop convection oven from Wolf. What a great Mother's Day gift! Where could you go to find all of these neat gifts? Well, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, of course. Call or -
April 30, 2017
Electrolux Twins
New Built-In Refrigerator IdeaOld Concept: Surprising New BenefitsElectrolux Twins at UAKCFor many years the folks at Frigidaire/Electrolux had been known for offering an All Refrigerator and an All Freezer. Selling them as a combination was not a new idea, but the concept was slow to catch on. However, this may be an example of an idea whose time has come. The current Electrolux Twins are part of the luxury collection of appliances in the Electrolux brand, and are being presented as a good choice for a built-in refrigerator/freezer.There is a lot to offer here:1. Full-size built-in refrigerator, and full size matching freezer (72" wide)While the products are mirror images of each other, and are clearly made to match, they are indeed separate and can be purchased that way if you just want an all refrigerator or an all freezer. The features are fully updated with LED lighting, slide out glass shelves, etc.There are trim kits (faux grills) available for both the top and bottom that are 72" wide, and visually tie the two units together. The doors are configured in the photo so that the refrigerator and the freezer each open in the center, just as you would expect on a traditional side-by-side refrigerator/freezer.2. Traditional compressor in the back.Standard built-in refrigerators have the compressor on the top requiring an 84" height. The Electrolux units have the compressor and machine compartment on the back in the bottom of the appliance, are easier to access and do not require the 84" height. -
April 04, 2017
Using Consumer Reports® for Appliance Purchases
Trustworthy Appliance AdviceUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Center Sales AdvisorsA friend recently purchased an older home in a retirement community, and I'd offered to help him with his appliance selections. In spite of my many years in the appliance industry, my friend wanted to go his own way. He researched refrigerators on Consumer Reports®, and chose to shop at one of the big box home improvement chains (you know, their sales associates wear orange or blue aprons).My friend stuck with the exact model that CR ranked #1, and he found it On Sale at the big box store. Later, when I visited him in his new place, he proudly showed me his new kitchen appliances.It was a small galley kitchen with the door from the garage going directly into the kitchen. His new fridge was right next to the door. Since he had purchased a full-depth refrigerator instead of a counter-depth refrigerator, the refrigerator prevented the door from the garage from opening fully. You had to turn sideways to enter from the garage. Similarly, there wasn't quite enough space for the refrigerator door to open all the way,While I was viewing his new kitchen and dutifully admiring his modest remodeling, I suddenly heard a buzzing sound coming from his refrigerator. It lasted a short time and then went quiet. "What was that, I said?" He replied, "It does that every once in a while." I thought for minute and said, "It sounds like the ice maker." He said, "I don't have -
March 31, 2017
Are Cooking Modules the "New" Thing?
New Cooking Modules From Jenn-AirBest Selection on Jenn-Air at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterCooking Modules are individual cooking units that can be mixed and matched to provide a unique combination of cooking options specific to the user. There are several advantages to using modular cooking units. Converting a RoomSuppose you convert a room into a separate living room for a grown child or an elderly family member. A cooking module or two would be a great choice for this situation. Spot CookingYou could add a cooking module to a wetbar for added convenience. Extending your existing range or cooktop.You have an awesome gas range, but you've often got too much going on at the same time. You could really use a separate griddle unit for those big family breakfasts. Add a griddle module. Viola! Expanding your overall cooking capabilities.You love what you've got, but often a superfast induction module would be really nice or an separate wok module would help you show off your Asian cooking skill. Adding a second cooking station.Your spacious house is wonderful, but you know realize that a second cooking station would really work well for your family's lifestyle. Avoid the cost of adding a second kitchen by configuring a new cooking area with modular cooking.When it comes time to get specific, you've now got one more great choice with Jenn-Air modules.Jenn-Air has long had cooktops with a base model which accepts an array of "plug-in" modules, AND has now entered the category of separate cooking -
March 25, 2017
Dacor Appliance Launches Modernist Line
Look at What's Happening at DacorNew Dacor Appliances Coming to UAKCPrivately held Dacor has long been known as a standout in the Luxury appliance segment. Dacor has had geographic strength in the Western US where they were founded and where their headquarters and manufacturing facilities have been located. With great performance and some unique features, Dacor carved out a solid niche' in the cooking segment. To have a full line, Dacor outsourced most of the non-cooking products such as dishwashers and refrigerators. Now, however, Dacor is part of the giant Samsung company and we're getting a look at their strength and innovation in these newly launched Dacor products. The new Modernist Line from Dacor has a striking design that keeps some of Dacor's classic looks and features, but plants itself squarely in the forefront of 21st century styling and innovation.Let's take note of a few of the new enhancements in Dacor's new Modernist Line:The most striking thing to note in the new line is the new finish which Dacor describes as a "dramatic graphite color that accentuates and elevates the sophistication of any kitchen."The Modernist Line includes an updated version of Dacor's Pro Dual Fuel Range with a Steam option. Complete with digital controls, brass burners on the top, a burner that accommodates a wok, and a griddle. The touch controls are wi-fi enabled for remote operation.Dacor's recently launched refrigerated columns are now part of the Modernist Line, too. Below refrigerator and freezer columns -
March 20, 2017
Smart Appliances at UAKC
What to look for in Smart AppliancesSmart Choices at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterWhat's a smart appliance?There's more than one definition, but for our purposes here we're going to say that a smart appliance has some degree of connectivity. It might be as simple as an app that notifies you if your refrigerator door has been left open for some period of time. Or it might be remotely pre-heating and cooking a roast from your smartphone. All of this may sound wonderful, but there are pros and cons.Is it safe?Some manufacturers, as well as UL (Underwriters Laboratory) have expressed views on limiting remote capabilities for certain products. For example, should a remote app for ovens allow consumers to put their ovens through a self-clean cycle while nobody is home? Even remotely operating a cooking appliance of any sort has some consumers wary. One manufacturer has a remote app that can be set to operate only by Bluetooth which gives the homeowner complete use of remotely operating the appliance only within the house.How much is the premium for Smart Appliances?The first refrigerator with a TV built into the door launched over a decade ago and retailed close to $10,000. It really had little functionality, and failed miserably. Today, Samsung has a Family Hub refrigerator with a 21" tall wi-fi enabled full-featured communications center in the door and cameras inside that can be viewed remotely eg. from the grocery store with the Samsung app. The Samsung Family Hub refrigerator retails for $5800.
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