Posted in large kitchen appliances on Nov 20th, 2007 No Comments »
PLANNING YOUR OUTDOOR KITCHEN 2
Imagine doing all the things you do in the kitchen inside your house outside your house! Prepare and serve Hors D oeuvres to your guests, sip a cold glass of your favorite wine, all while you prepare the fresh grilled feast for the evening s meal; and you do […]
Posted in compact kitchen appliances on Nov 20th, 2007 No Comments »
Preventing falls and cuts Make sure that children are not able to open drawers or cupboards where knives, scissors or other sharp objects are kept. Ensure that floors have a non-slip surface. Wipe up spills immediately. Avoid changes in floor level. Use sturdy household […]
Posted in designer kitchen appliances on Nov 19th, 2007 No Comments »
Preventing burns and scalds Avoid hanging cords on electric kettles and other appliances; use short or curly cords or a cordless jug. Hotplates Use the back burners whenever possible. Pots and saucepans Turn handles away from the edge of the stove. Stove Use a stove guard to protect young children from scalds. Hot drinks […]
Posted in kitchen utensils on Nov 18th, 2007 No Comments »
Microwave safety Make sure the microwave is out of the reach of children. Food and liquids heated in the microwave can reach scalding temperatures very quickly. The heat is often uneven so it is important to shake or stir the contents before serving. Always check the temperature of […]
Posted in kitchen supplies on Nov 17th, 2007 No Comments »
Electrical safety Switch off and unplug appliances after use. Replace any damaged plugs or frayed electrical cords. Avoid extension cords and double adaptors a safety power board is better. Fit plastic power point protectors to electrical outlets when not in use. Keep […]
Posted in kitchen accessories on Nov 16th, 2007 No Comments »
Kitchen design and organisation Consider a safety gate at the entrance to the kitchen to prevent access when cooking. Make sure corners at a child s height are rounded or padded. Use child resistant locks on cupboards, especially those containing detergents and dishwasher tablets, powder or liquid. […]
Posted in designer kitchen appliances on Nov 12th, 2007 No Comments »
CLOTHES DRYERS
Clothes dryers use an enormous amount of energy to dry clothes. In many areas of the country, gas dryers are more energy efficient than electrical dryers. Models are available which have an automatic moisture sensor that automatically shuts off the machine when clothes are dry, thus saves energy.
CONCLUSION
When shopping for […]
Posted in kitchen cutlery on Nov 12th, 2007 No Comments »
CLOTHES WASHERS
When choosing a new clothes washer, it is first important to determine the proper size washer. A small washer may be more appropriate for smaller households. But if you have a large family and have to do multiple loads and the clothes washer is too small for your family, you could be […]
Posted in large kitchen appliances on Nov 11th, 2007 No Comments »
DISHWASHERS
The most efficient washers use less hot water, have energy-efficient motors, better spray arms, use sensors to determine the length of the wash cycle, and have controls for water temperature. The newest EnergyStar� dishwashers are 25 percent more efficient than the many other new dishwashers that do not have the label. At 25 […]
Posted in large kitchen appliances on Nov 11th, 2007 No Comments »
TOTAL APPLIANCE PRICE TAG
The total price tag not only includes purchase cost, but also operation and maintenance costs. Some appliances last longer than others (see Table 2). It is possible to save hundreds of dollars simply by choosing the most efficient model, rather than choosing the model with the lowest initial cost. To […]
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