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Best Front Load Washing Machine
Top Rated Front Load Washing Machines By Brittany Rowland Front load washing machines have their advantages over top loading washers. What on Earth could they be might you ask? One of the first things to note is the extra work space that that top of the washer offers. Instead of having to keep the top […]
Best Holiday TV Deals/Sales
By Steve Holdgren We’ve reviewed some of the best Holiday 2012/2013 deals in the TV and HDTV market and come up with the following recommendations. These are typically smaller sized TVs and are recommended based on: 1) Price and Value for Price 2) Reliable Performance 3) Resolution 4) Absence of fancy features (like 3D and […]
KitchenAid vs. Panasonic: Comparing Convection Microwaves
By Brittany Rowland Convection microwaves combine the convenience of microwave cooking with the efficiency of an oven. The KitchenAid Pro Line Series KHMC1857XSP, which costs $746.10, and the Panasonic NN-CD989S, which is $545.99, are two popular convection microwaves on the market. Let’s compare some of their features. Price-wise, the Panasonic model is more wallet-friendly. It […]
Comparing Convection Ovens: Breville BOV800XL vs. Calphalon Electric Extra Large Digital Convection Oven
By Brittany Rowland The Breville BOV800XL and the Calphalon Electric Extra Large Digital Convection Oven are top-rated models on the market. They are comparable in price: the Breville model is $249, compared to the $200 Calphalon model. As for capacity, the two models are evenly matched with a vast 13-inch capacity. That’s enough space for […]
Best Convection Oven
Top 10 Rated Convection Ovens By Brittany Rowland Convection Ovens give you a little more flexibility when it comes to cooking compared to the everyday toaster oven. The difference between a convection oven and a toaster oven is the implementation of fans in the heating process. These ovens actually operate at a lower temperature yet […]
3 Tips for Maintaining a Dutch Oven
By Brittany Rowland A Dutch oven, or a large covered pot of some heavy material like cast iron, is a versatile tool for cooking casseroles, stews, roasts, and other big meals. The thick-walled cooking vessel has been a time-tested tool for several centuries. While the old-fashioned kind used for hundreds of years featured thick, sturdy […]
Significant Percentage of Americans Name Their Dishwasher As the Noisiest Thing In Their House
By Brittany Rowland A recent poll reveals that 38 percent of Americans think their dishwasher is the loudest thing in their house, just below squalling children. Most dishwasher manufacturers claim their products are quiet, but that’s often a subjective description. The Bosch 88 Plus model, however, stands out with a mere 39 decibels: a virtually […]
Look for Small but Important Differences in Cribs
By Valerie Baldowski At first glance it may appear infant cribs are a homogenous product, but look again. They may all be designed for the same task, but more differences than just the price tag are evident. Some cribs offer more bang for the buck. A comparison between the DaVinci and LA Baby brands is […]
Cleaning Your Icemaker
By Brittany Rowland Properly cleaning and maintaining your ice maker will ensure a long life for the appliance. If you’re using the ice maker in your bar or in a professional establishment, then it’s especially important to keep the components in working order. Stainless steel exterior The stainless steel door is the part of the […]
Protecting Washing Machines in Transit: The New LITKIT
By By Brittany Rowland For decades past, transporting washing machines required a complicated process of securing the drums to prevent them from being damaged in delivery. Any time a washer is transported, whether by a service company or a moving company, it runs the risk of having the load destabilized or the seal torn. […]
Features That Make Vacuuming Easier and More Effective
By Brittany Rowland Everyone wants clean, plush carpet and slick hardwood floors. However, vacuuming can be a cumbersome, time-consuming task when it involves tugging around a bulky vacuum, untangling the power cord, and switching outlets multiple times. Luckily, there are new vacuum cleaners that make the task less of a hassle and leave your floors […]
Best Photo Printer
Top 10 Rated Photo Printers By Brian Jones In today’s world we all have a camera within reach almost at all times. Our camera phones are capable of taking wonderful pictures and our dedicated digital cameras are small enough to fit in our pockets. So what are we going to do with all of these […]
How to Wash Your Knives
By Brittany Rowland After a lot of busy work in the kitchen, chopping up and cooking food, you just want to enjoy the fine meal you’ve prepared and get the kitchen cleaned as quickly as possible. It’s tempting to throw your nice knives in the dishwasher along with all the other cookware, but you should […]
Best Electric Dryer
Top 10 Rated Electric Dryers By Brittany Rowland Choosing between an electric dryer and a gas dryer can be a pretty daunting decision. But don’t forget that it doesn’t have to be. If price is your first factor when weighing the two, you are in luck. You can get a solid electric dryer for a […]
Best Gas Dryer
Top 10 Rated Gas Dryers By Brittany Rowland Choosing a gas or electric dryer can be pretty confusing. Each one has their pros and cons, so take the time to weight them and see which would work best for your household. If there is a gas hookup in the laundry room, going that route may […]
Baby Cribs are Now Required to Meet Tougher Standards
By Valerie Baldowski The winds of change are sweeping over the crib industry. Going forward, parents, caregivers, and businesses that make cribs available to the public are expected to abide by newer, more stringent federal standards regulating cribs. That means child care facilities, foster homes, retail outlets, churches, hospitals and the hotel/motel industry will need […]