by Elizabeth Aaron | Jul 22, 2023 | Appliances 101
To self-clean or not to self-clean? That is the question. Ovens have had a self-cleaning function for decades. The process involves heating the oven to a sweltering 900 degrees for three hours to incinerate debris. The result is a clean oven but at the expense of...
by Elizabeth Aaron | Jul 22, 2023 | Appliances 101
There is a debate as to which source bakes better: gas or electric. Gas maintains humidity so is preferred by bakers but has a 10-15 degree temp swing. Premium brands offer two convection fans for accurate temp. Electric has better temp management but requires a 40...
by Elizabeth Aaron | Jul 22, 2023 | Appliances 101
Speed Ovens If you’ve got kids, you know they go from zero to hangry in a flash. You don’t have 12 minutes to wait for a conventional oven to preheat and you can’t microwave chicken nuggets or they’ll be soggy. A speed oven heats to 300 in 4-1/2 minutes. Problem...
by Elizabeth Aaron | Jul 22, 2023 | Appliances 101
Welcome to my TED Talk: More Than You Ever Wanted To Know About Dishwashers. In today’s installment, we’ll discuss appearances. Options to consider: Handle: recessed, bar, scoop, pocket Controls: front vs top Finish: stainless vs panel ready A bar handle is only...
by Elizabeth Aaron | Jul 22, 2023 | Appliances 101
In real estate, the key is location, location, location. With appliances, it’s features, features, features. BPA free nylon coated tines & racks | Holds 15 place settings | Uses 2.9 gallons of water vs 20 gal to hand wash | Fewer moving parts = quieter, fewer...
by Elizabeth Aaron | Jul 22, 2023 | Appliances 101
There is a dishwasher to suit every lifestyle whether you’re living solo or entertaining large groups. Drawers If there are 2-3 people living in your home, dishwasher drawers are a great option – unless one of those people is a teenage boy in which case...
