Home appliances, reviews, and how-tos.
Stainless steel appliances and finishings look great, modern, and are built to last a lifetime. However, this doesn’t stop rust from appearing on these everyday items, even though stainless steel usually has corrosion resistance built-in. The name “stainless” steel apparently doesn’t apply to rust! So how can we best prevent stainless steel appliances from rusting? … Read more
If you notice that the outside of your freezer is warmer than usual, even hot, you might be a bit concerned. Knowing a little about how a freezer operates and why it might be hot can ease your concerns and help you decide how to handle it. A freezer can get hot on the outside … Read more
A glass stove top has many perks, and if you’ve gotten used to yours, going back to the old coiled-electric or gas-flame varieties seems unthinkable. Glass stove tops heat up quickly, burn evenly, and they’re far easier to clean. Perhaps the biggest drawback to glass stove tops is the risk of cracking the glass. If … Read more
So, you’re in the market for a microwave, but you’re having trouble finding an effective option that will fit into your tight kitchen space? Well, worry not because we’ve got you covered with everything you’ll need to know on the best available countertop microwaves for small spaces. What to Consider When Buying a Microwave for … Read more
When it comes to gas furnaces, questions abound, especially if you have an older model that is unfamiliar. One big question about gas furnaces is whether or not the pilot light has to remain on at all times. The pilot light in a gas furnace does not need to be on all the time. If … Read more
There are many reasons you might be faced with the ominous task of dealing with a pilot light for the first time. For me, it was a walk-through for a property in an older home. But no matter your reason, you’re likely aware that the pilot light is something to take seriously and shouldn’t be … Read more
There some household cleaning products that we assume won’t expire, giving us the option of buying in bulk. Dishwasher detergent is one of these products that would seem to have an eternal shelf-life. It’s just soap, after all, right? Dishwasher detergent does “expire” in the sense that important cleaning properties eventually lose their strength, it … Read more
When you want your home to be more environmentally friendly, one easy way to make it happen is to get a trash compactor. Although it doesn’t reduce the amount of garbage you produce, it significantly reduces the size of the waste. Trash compactors are expensive when compared to a standard trash can. You can expect … Read more
Above all else, the refrigerator is easily the most used home appliance and the absolute last one that you’re going to want to replace when the time comes (though replacing any appliance isn’t exactly “enjoyable”). This is why choosing the most reliable brand is the most important factor when looking for appliances. However, with so … Read more
So, you’ve officially decided to take the leap, and upgrade to a dishwasher with a bigger capacity, better efficiency, and more features. Typically, the more family members there are in a house, the more dishes there to clean. This is why choosing the right dishwasher is so important, especially when it comes to large families. … Read more