Category: Appliances
Hand Washing vs. Dishwasher
There’s been a raging debate about handwashing vs. dishwasher use since the dishwasher was invented. There’s no clear answer here either way; what is best for you may depend on your specific case, what you have available to you, what your goal is, and more. That said, there are some ways of thinking about the …
Are Stainless Steel Refrigerators Magnetic?
You might have noticed that some stainless steel refrigerators are magnetic while others are not. If you love to display fun, personal items, photos, and notes on your fridge, then a magnetic model could be the best fit for your kitchen. So, are stainless steel refrigerators magnetic, and is it still worth getting one? Are …
How to Steam Clean an Oven
There is more than one way to clean an oven. In past decades, you could clean it with elbow grease and some harsh chemicals or with the incinerating power of the self-cleaning feature. Now, you also have the option to steam clean your oven. Here’s how to steam clean an oven and how it compares …
Why Buy an Undercounter Fridge?
Refrigerators come in more than one form these days. You can find smart refrigerators with invisible computer screens, fridges with different door and drawer configurations, and specialized fridges, such as chest freezers or wine coolers. Today’s homeowner has many options for customizing their refrigerated or frozen storage needs as much or little as they’d like. …
Spring Cleaning List: The Laundry & Kitchen
Spring is here! Do you have a spring cleaning routine? Spring is when all things become new, and people are more inclined to get outdoors and air out their homes. It’s a great time to deep-clean any of your rooms, including the kitchen and laundry room! If you need a handy to-do list, this can …
What Is a Crisper Drawer and How Do You Use It?
You are not alone: many people who hear the term “crisper drawer” aren’t sure what it is at first. Most likely, you already encounter crisper drawers daily. When used right, you can preserve your fresh produce for as long as possible and avoid contamination. Here is more on what a crisper drawer is and how …
How Do Dryer Sheets Work?
Everyone prefers softer, fresh-smelling clothing to stiff clothes with a neutral odor. Fabric softener and its alternatives can work for the washing machine, but you could reserve the softening and scenting for the drying process instead. Dryer sheets are the go-to product for softening and refreshing clothing in the dryer, but how do dryer sheets …
How to Clean Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
You spend $2,800 on a new Samsung Bespoke refrigerator. Three weeks later, you notice a haze of fingerprints around the handle. You grab a paper towel and all-purpose spray. Now you have a permanent smear that looks worse than the original prints. That haze isn’t dirt. It’s a chemical reaction between the cleaner and the …
Different Types of Cooktops
Most people think choosing a cooktop is just about gas vs. electric. That’s like saying a sedan and a pickup truck are the same because both have four wheels. The real differences — how fast they heat, what pans they accept, how easy they are to clean, and what they cost to install — change …
Top Ways to Organize a Freezer
Here’s a number that stops most people cold: the average American household throws away roughly $1,500 worth of frozen food every year — not because it spoiled, but because they couldn’t find it, forgot it existed, or lost track of how long it had been buried in the ice. That’s not a storage problem. That’s …