Need a full new suite of kitchen appliances, would like some recommendations. Got some prices on some Electrolux models today that looked great, but some quick research on the web doesn't leave me so confident. Is this a case of the squeaky wheel complaining online and they're actually a solid product? Or should I be worried. I'm looking for all stainless steel appliances: fridge with ice-maker, slide-in stove, dishwasher, and range-hood microwave. Specifically I'm looking for a large fridge and electric stove I'm in Canada if that makes a difference.
posted by gfroese on Oct 24, 2009 - 12 answers

What's the deal with my gas stove? [more inside]
posted by zembla3 on Oct 1, 2009 - 8 answers

Kitchen appliances: What remedies do you have when an appliance purchase and installation goes wrong? [more inside]
posted by abdulf on Aug 8, 2009 - 3 answers

DIY Seltzer: We love seltzer/sparkling water at my house. We buy lots of it from the store. This seems wasteful. I've seen other questions asking about CO2 etc, but I'm interested in knowing what your experience has been with certain vendors/equipment. [more inside]
posted by sio42 on Aug 7, 2009 - 15 answers

Help keep my household grumpy-free: recommend a coffee maker that won't give up the ghost after a handful of months. [more inside]
posted by burntflowers on Jul 4, 2009 - 44 answers

As I've become more and more interested in cooking my satisfaction with my electric inductive cooktop has gone proportionately down. I scored an awesome deal on a used gas cooktop on Craigslist and now I need to hook it up. I'm fairly handy, if not very experienced, but my brother-in-law will be helping and he's very competent. Please, no advice to hire a professional. I've researched the safety aspect of this and I'm confident that we can handle this safely. [more inside]
posted by jluce50 on May 18, 2009 - 19 answers

I have a 1950s KitchenAid mixer (model-3A), and the motor's dead. It's a great mixer. Is it worth it to get it fixed? How would I do that?
posted by Household Tipster on May 5, 2009 - 14 answers

Looking to replace an old refrigerator - where can I find reliable ratings / reviews online (that I don't need a subscription for)? [more inside]
posted by crookedgrin on Apr 6, 2009 - 5 answers

Why would my mum's (inside) microwave set off her (outside) motion detector? [more inside]
posted by ClarissaWAM on Jan 27, 2009 - 9 answers

Know anyone who does small appliance repair in Baltimore? [more inside]
posted by staboo on Jan 4, 2009 - 2 answers

What constitutes a commercial-grade toaster oven, as opposed to a household grade one? [more inside]
posted by Danf on Dec 12, 2008 - 11 answers

We have laundry maladies. It seems like my washer might not be draining properly, and it's lint central in my dryer. What can I do about this? [more inside]
posted by santojulieta on Dec 8, 2008 - 5 answers

Do I want an Indian mixer? [more inside]
posted by dilettante on Nov 15, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm redoing my kitchen. Looking to buy an oven and dishwasher and not sure what to look for & what is good...ideas? [more inside]
posted by femmme on Nov 14, 2008 - 10 answers

Recommendations needed for stackable, energy saver, low water washing machine/dryer combo [more inside]
posted by spicynuts on Sep 30, 2008 - 11 answers

Clothes dryer [new] slashed clothing. "Repaired," dryer snags clothes, makes unsettling noise. Visited store 4x; sent registered mail to manufacturer 2x, nothing. Now what? [more inside]
posted by kmennie on Sep 8, 2008 - 8 answers

Appliance Repair For Dummies Filter: Is there anything we can do to get our fridge to, y'know, refrigerate things? [more inside]
posted by grapefruitmoon on Sep 1, 2008 - 9 answers

Our Proctor Silex crock pot made an unexpected visit to the sink--not just the internal cooking bowl, which is made to be washed, but the electric heating dish, and we're trying to decide whether it's safe to use it again. [more inside]
posted by mrbula on Aug 2, 2008 - 10 answers

Is anyone familiar with Elmira stoves, especially the Northstar? My mother wants to know if they are anything special besides the obvious retro-charm appeal. My instinct is to tell her if she is going to spend this much to buy a Wolf, which is a fraction of the price. I think if the Elmiras are as well-performing as Wolfs or Vikings she might want one regardless of the cost. (I found this, but it's not quite what I'm looking for.) [more inside]
posted by fiercecupcake on Jul 8, 2008 - 2 answers

Where can I buy dryer components in New York City? [more inside]
posted by idledebonair on Jul 7, 2008 - 4 answers

Looking for a coffee maker with one important characteristic - the coffee must be HOT. Just hot won't cut it. The coffee needs to come out HOT. Help me find my maker. [more inside]
posted by neilkod on Aug 8, 2007 - 22 answers

Hi MeFi, does anyone know a brand/model of microwave oven that doesn't beep if you leave the food in it after the cooking is finished? Manufacturers' web sites never mention little, but important, things like this. It's for an office, and I don't want people driven insane if someone forgets to take their food out. There's nothing I hate more than nagging appliances!
posted by flutable on Jul 19, 2007 - 25 answers

Bought house, with appliances. Dishwasher broken from get-go. Dryer quickly broke. Washer never worked well. Agent not particularly helpful. Long. [more inside]
posted by kmennie on Jul 2, 2007 - 23 answers

Is voltage/frequency all I need to know to use my brazilian appliances in the US? [more inside]
posted by AnyGuelmann on Jun 27, 2007 - 9 answers

Two weeks ago I rented a new place. A previous tenant left the washer and dryer here. I can't figure out who owns what! Help! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 8, 2007 - 12 answers

Advice on voltage transformers for using US kitchen appliances in Europe? [more inside]
posted by sdis on May 30, 2007 - 10 answers

What to do about a scratched laundry tub? [more inside]
posted by clarkstonian on Jan 28, 2007 - 11 answers

I'm considering moving to a new apartment with a better location but fewer amenities. Am I going to regret this? [more inside]
posted by clarahamster on Jan 10, 2007 - 38 answers

I recently received a static or electric shock from a slice of bread and I am curious how this happened. [more inside]
posted by crystaleden on Jan 10, 2007 - 6 answers

How do I stop my refrigerator from buzzing? [more inside]
posted by Packy_1962 on Oct 16, 2006 - 8 answers

I need to gain access behind a dishwasher. Are the hoses and electrical cables generally long enough so that a dishwasher can be pulled out without the need to disconnect said hoses and cables? Or am I better off calling someone who knows more about electricity and plumbing than I?
posted by dshargel on Sep 14, 2006 - 10 answers

Coffee Achievers filter: The grind settings wheel on my La Pavoni burr coffee grinder seems to have jammed...I suspect that I will need to replace the entire unit. Please support my caffeine addiction by referring me to a top-performing burr grinder that will cost me less than $50. It may help you to know that I use the ground coffee in a French press.
posted by NYCinephile on Jul 28, 2006 - 13 answers

Please help me iron out two weird quirks relating to the purchase of an air conditioner, says the Chicago MeFite looking at a 104-degree heat index coming down the pike. (And even if you don't have an answer, check out two simple corollary queries you might be able to help me with at the end.) [more inside]
posted by WCityMike on Jul 15, 2006 - 22 answers

How can one tell the production history of a microwave oven? I bought a GE JES1656SJ at Best Buy today. Got it for a good price. Went home, Googled the model number. Very few hits. Nothing at epinions or consumerreview. Not sold at amazon. On the GE website itself, I found its page (with some effort). On this page it said "Sold Only at Lowe's" (the chain hardware/appliance stores). The fact that I bought this elsewhere notwithstanding, is there anyway to find out if this is an old/defective/dangerous/unpopular model? Is it unusual to produce specific models for certain outlets? The oven is still in the box pending the results of my investigation. Thanks.
posted by the sobsister on Jun 25, 2006 - 7 answers

What's wrong with my 'fridge? The refrigerator is only cooling down to about 60 deg. F, and the freezer is only going down to 30 deg. F, even on maximum cool settings. Secondarily, is it worth getting it repaired, and is that even possible? [more inside]
posted by Rock Steady on Jun 24, 2006 - 17 answers

Noisy air conditioner: Our brand-new window ac unit makes an unholy racket every 15-20 minutes or so. [more inside]
posted by banjo_and_the_pork on Jun 19, 2006 - 11 answers

Why do all my table fans eventually stop working? [more inside]
posted by ashbury on May 3, 2006 - 7 answers

Will I damage my refrigerator if I transport it on its side? [more inside]
posted by Sheppagus on Mar 29, 2006 - 13 answers

Safe to use an extension cord for a small refrigerator? [more inside]
posted by KneeDeep on Mar 12, 2006 - 15 answers

Are over the range microwaves safe over gas stoves? [more inside]
posted by delladlux on Feb 28, 2006 - 18 answers

My garbage disposal trips the nearby GFCI circuit every time I use it. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by MrMoonPie on Feb 25, 2006 - 10 answers

Food Processors... what can you tell me? [more inside]
posted by dobbs on Dec 7, 2005 - 14 answers

I've quieted my PC by getting rid of loud fans. As my s.o. wakes me up with an old, loud hair dryer every morning, I wonder if a company has done the same with that appliance. Are there any quiet hair dryers available that still do the job? Money is no object if there's something out there that puts out heat, dries hair in a couple minutes, and is say, under 60db.
posted by mathowie on Nov 28, 2005 - 14 answers

I'm buying a new refrigerator with a bottom mount freezer, and need some advice. [more inside]
posted by Neiltupper on Nov 23, 2005 - 12 answers

Will a 240 VAC panini grill work on 110 VAC? [more inside]
posted by randomstriker on Oct 30, 2005 - 15 answers

Time for a new clothes dryer. It'll be a front-loader, if that makes a difference. Should I go with gas or stay with electric? And why?
posted by spilon on Sep 30, 2005 - 15 answers

How do I fix a light fixture which causes a bulb to blow out, but only after a month or so? [more inside]
posted by mono blanco on Aug 25, 2005 - 6 answers

How does a toaster's light-dark control work? Perhaps something clever with a bi-metallic strip... can't believe the toast's 'doneness' is actually being tested; but from experience it seems more sophisticated than just adjusting a timer. How do dem? [more inside]
posted by Rash on Jul 17, 2005 - 12 answers

Does anyone have experience with French-Door Refrigerators? [more inside]
posted by alms on Mar 13, 2005 - 13 answers

I have a lamp with a weird plug. Blurry pictures, but what kind of plug is this? (also here)
posted by stupidsexyFlanders on Jan 20, 2005 - 10 answers