Kitchen Appliances

Refrigerators and Freezers Cooktops - Ovens - Ranges Dishwashers and Cleanup

Basically, a kitchen appliance is a human energy-saving device which uses electricity or gas energy to perform some common kitchen or cooking task.  In the kitchen, appliances are used to refrigerate food, open food containers, chop and blend food, cook foods and heat beverages, and dispose of food scraps.  There are a large number of appliance brands and models vying for the consumer's attention, so the kitchen appliance market is very competitive.  If you are considering a kitchen renovation project or an expensive appliance purchase, you may first wish to read the Consumer Reports appliance reviews.

Appliances can be classified as major appliances or small appliances:

• Major kitchen appliances are sometimes built-in.  They include refrigerators and freezers and cooking appliances such as ranges, ovens, and cooktops, as well as near-the-sink appliances such as dishwashers, trash compactors, and disposal units.  Selecting the major appliances for your kitchen requires careful analysis of your needs before you shop.  New appliances are a major expense, and with all the dazzling features on today's models, it is important to select models and sizes that fit your family and lifestyle.  After all, some of these appliances have a life expectancy of 15 years or more!  Not only do you want to select models that fit your kitchen style, but also those that meet your level of gourmet expertise.  Consumers want appliances which are practical, fashionable, and energy efficient.  Furthermore, cooking shows have contributed to homeowners' desires for pro-chef level appliances.  As a result, manufacturers are offering pro style appliance lines, safely modified for those who aspire to be gourmet chefs at home.

  

• Small kitchen appliances are usually portable.  They can make everyday life easier and more convenient, whether it's cooking food in a college dorm, brewing coffee at the office, or preparing a meal after a busy day.  Small appliances include coffee makers, blenders, and food processors as well as mixers, toasters, and can openers.  There are styles and colors to suit every kitchen and a wonderful variety of appliances to cook everything from popcorn to pizzas.  Just as with major appliances, pro-look small appliances are a popular choice.

Shop for Kitchen Appliances

• Small Appliances
  Cooking.com features an extensive selection of coffee makers, toasters, blenders, and other kitchen appliances.
  www.Cooking.com

• Large Appliances
  Find major kitchen appliances such as dishwashers, stainless steel cooktops, ranges, and refrigerators at the Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.
  www.Universal-AKB.com

• The Gourmet Kitchen
  Offers gourmet cooking products including bakeware, glassware, cookware, kitchen utensils, and appliances.
  www.Gourmet.org

Kitchen Appliance Manufacturers

• KitchenAid
  Manufactures major appliances and countertop appliances for the kitchen.
  www.KitchenAid.com

• GE Appliances
  Refrigerators & freezers, electric and gas cooking appliances, microwaves, dishwashers, compactors, disposers, and small appliances.
  www.GEAppliances.com

• Jenn-Air
  Offers a wide range of appliances, grills, and accessories for the kitchen.
  www.JennAir.com

• Electrolux
  This Swedish appliance manufacturer features an extensive line of kitchen, laundry, and household appliances.
  www.ElectroluxAppliances.com

• Bosch Home Appliances
  This premium appliance manufacturer features dishwashers, cooktops, ovens, and laundry appliances.
  www.BoschAppliances.com

• Amana
  Features common sense refrigeration, cooking, laundry, and dish washing appliances.
  www.Amana.com

• Viking Range
  Manufactures quality cooking, ventilation, and refrigeration appliances plus a series of professional grade countertop appliances.
  www.VikingRange.com

• Cuisinart
  Blenders, can openers, coffee appliances, cookware, electric knives, food processors, ice cream makers, toaster ovens, toasters, and waffle irons.
  www.Cuisinart.com

• Black & Decker Appliances
  Popular brand of beverage, cooking, and food preparation appliances.
  www.HouseholdProductsInc.com

• Krups
  Kitchen and breakfast appliances, coffee makers & grinders, espresso machines.
  www.KrupsUSA.com

• Hamilton Beach Small Kitchen Appliances
  Blenders, can openers, coffee makers, drink mixers, food processors, griddles, indoor grills, juice extractors, knives, roaster ovens, toasters, and more.
  www.HamiltonBeach.com

• Sunbeam Products
  Manufactures a wide range of appliances - from stand mixers and toasters to waffle makers and irons.
  www.Sunbeam.com

• Oster Appliances
  Appliances with superior performance and uncompromising design.
  www.Oster.com

• Rival Products
  Innovative kitchen appliances, cooking products, and home care products.
  www.RivalProducts.com

• Braun - Food & Drink Appliances
  Coffee & Tea, Food Preparation, and Blenders & Juicers.
  www.Braun.com

• Salton Products
  Warming appliances, beverage products, food preparation appliances, and specialty products.
  www.Salton.com

• DeLonghi Kitchen Products
  Coffee and espresso machines, electric kettles, convection ovens, toaster ovens, toasters, deep fryers, indoor grills, ice cream makers, and stand mixers.
  www.DeLonghiUSA.com

Kitchen Appliance Consumer Information

• Consumer Reports - Appliances
  Home appliance ratings and reviews.  Paid subscription required for full access.
  www.ConsumerReports.org

Related Kitchen Sites

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