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

I have a stainless steel fridge and a toddler who is learning to walk. I want to mount a sheet of plexiglas over the bottom portion of the door to prevent it from getting dented. I would like this to look decent and be non-permanent so I can remove it when we eventually move. Any ideas on how I could do this? All I can think of is using some kind of tape, but I think that would sag after a while. Bonus for suggestions on how to also stick stuff to the plexiglas so that I can post up my kid's artwork (the stainless steel is non-magnetic).
posted by kenliu on Jul 25, 2009 - 22 answers

I can't repair our icemaker because nothing seems to be wrong with it, with the glaring exception that it does not make any ice. [more inside]
posted by odinsdream on Jul 2, 2009 - 4 answers

I've come home to a defrosted fridge freezer and all my food has defrosted. Can I claim this on my home insurance? [more inside]
posted by Sevenupcan on Jun 29, 2009 - 5 answers

When is it worth trying to fix your own appliances (an Amana ARB1917 bottom-freezer fridge in my case)? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd on Jun 24, 2009 - 11 answers

Is there a trick to having my bottle of beer NOT foam over when I open it? [more inside]
posted by chococat on Jun 6, 2009 - 16 answers

We're looking for a refrigerator that meets the following criteria: [more inside]
posted by netsirk on Jun 3, 2009 - 6 answers

How long would a simple homemade dipping sauce made of soy sauce, olive oil, sesame oil and a whack of fresh garlic last in the fridge? [more inside]
posted by gwenlister on May 4, 2009 - 16 answers

How long could one expect a human head to stay "fresh" in a typical hotel mini-fridge? [more inside]
posted by Cat Pie Hurts on Dec 28, 2008 - 13 answers

I've searched supermarkets all over West London for something that'll de-stink my fridge. Bicarbonate of soda, branded products, I just can't seem to find it any more. Do you know where I can find some bicarbonate of soda or a similar fridge de-stinking product?
posted by almostwitty on Nov 25, 2008 - 13 answers

How long would a pitcher of iced tea made from store bought juice crystals last (ie. Nestea) in the fridge? [more inside]
posted by gwenlister on Sep 24, 2008 - 11 answers

What is the best system for keeping an office fridge in a break room free of funky, old food and food theft? What does your office do? [more inside]
posted by roundrock on Aug 19, 2008 - 26 answers

Do you have any recommendations for fridge repair in Seattle? [more inside]
posted by clarahamster on Jun 10, 2008 - 1 answer

We ate at Sonic last night and got a cool kids toy that consisted of marble run type pieces with magnetic backs for fridge use. However, instead of a marble, it had a wheel that rides the rails. My son has a birthday at the end of June and I would like to get a large set of these. I can only find the type with marbles, no good in my house. Where can I find the wheel type fridge roller coaster that will keep a 6 and 2 year old busy for hours?
posted by Talia Devane on May 24, 2008 - 6 answers

The side-by-side fridge in our rental (a GE tfx22zrs, tfx22jrs) has been failing to keep the refrigerator side cool (freezer side works fine). I think I have traced this down to some kind of lightbulb short -- the bulb heats up so much, so fast, I presume it is keeping the food from getting cool; possible fuse problem? Do fridges have user-serviceable fuses? Or is this a compressor problem and the lightbulb a red herring? [more inside]
posted by fishfucker on May 17, 2008 - 11 answers

Our family room is right next to our kitchen, and our very old and noisy refrigerator is *right* next to our couch. Watching TV is turning into a volume-control nightmare. What is the quietest (North American) botton-freezer refrigerator I can spend my tax refund on?
posted by kilikina73 on Apr 1, 2008 - 7 answers

I can't stop thinking about fridges and winter. Would it save much energy to freeze gallon containers of water outdoors and put those in the fridge now and then? It's Minnesota winter over here and I want to make the most of it ;)
posted by advicepig on Feb 21, 2008 - 17 answers

How do I remove the smell of aromatic oils from my fridge? Baking soda & activated carbon don't cut it. [more inside]
posted by aubilenon on Feb 4, 2008 - 10 answers

Putting silver into the fridge - good idea or bad idea? [more inside]
posted by Rabarberofficer on Nov 26, 2007 - 9 answers

I just broke my landlady's fridge-freezer. I was scraping ice out of the icy part, and I nicked the cooling device, letting out all the magic gas. Can I fix it? Can my engineer buddies fix it? [more inside]
posted by topynate on Oct 9, 2007 - 9 answers

Online reviews of fridges are scaring me. Looking for suggestions for a solid, no-frills, long-lasting fridge... [more inside]
posted by faunafrailty on Sep 5, 2007 - 13 answers

Why does water constantly collect in our fridge? [more inside]
posted by iamabot on Aug 6, 2007 - 12 answers

I need a quiet fridge/freezer as I have an open-plan kitchen/lounge. Do I go for a built-in or free-standing model? Just to add another problem... [more inside]
posted by i_cola on Jul 2, 2007 - 5 answers

How can I murder my fridge in a way that rules out foul play? [more inside]
posted by crawfishpopsicle on Jun 30, 2007 - 35 answers

will a mini-fridge ("cube") still function if turned on it's back (cooling coils downward-facing)? [more inside]
posted by garfy3 on Jun 17, 2007 - 14 answers

Our refridgerator stinks... why? [more inside]
posted by splatta on Apr 6, 2007 - 19 answers

Help me save money by bringing lunch to work: I need a mini fridge (not a dorm fridge!) that is of decent quality. [more inside]
posted by twiggy on Feb 27, 2007 - 16 answers

I need some suggestions about how to protect an old, small beer fridge which I'm going to keep outdoors from the weather, particularly the rain. [more inside]
posted by Second Account For Making Jokey Comments on Feb 26, 2007 - 11 answers

What shouldn't I refrigerate? [more inside]
posted by andythebean on Feb 16, 2007 - 42 answers

Where can I buy a cheap fridge in LA (and have it delivered)? [more inside]
posted by YoungAmerican on Feb 8, 2007 - 8 answers

Where to buy a small refrigerator online? [more inside]
posted by rockstar on Sep 6, 2006 - 3 answers

Paging Mitheral! A fridge question, and you'll find... [more inside]
posted by ashbury on Aug 8, 2006 - 14 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

Can anyone recommend any guidelines or specific household appliances (eg fridge, freezer, washing machine, sofa and bed) that are reasonably environmentally friendly and affordable (in the UK)? [more inside]
posted by badlydubbedboy on Jun 22, 2006 - 2 answers

Can I remove the freezer from dorm-sized refrigerator without destroying it? [more inside]
posted by goatdog on Apr 14, 2006 - 11 answers

Surviving, perhaps thriving, without a refrigerator? [more inside]
posted by mdonley on Apr 7, 2006 - 20 answers

What sorts of long-lasting food do you stock in your refridgerator? [more inside]
posted by jacobw on Feb 21, 2006 - 34 answers

Please help me choose a secondary fridge (in the UK) - for an upcoming party and perhaps to keep after that. [more inside]
posted by suleikacasilda on Nov 26, 2005 - 2 answers

Can I operate a chest freezer as a refrigerator? [more inside]
posted by Rumple on Oct 12, 2005 - 12 answers

Your recommendations for a small personal refrigerator? I drink a lot of Diet Coke (3 cans a day), and today my office decided to stop providing it and put in a vending machine. [more inside]
posted by andrewzipp on Sep 20, 2005 - 11 answers

Does squeezing a 2-liter Coke bottle before putting the cap on help keep the Coke from going flat as quickly, or not? [more inside]
posted by msittig on Aug 30, 2005 - 15 answers

How can I get a dent out of a stainless steel refrigerator?
posted by johnny7 on Apr 16, 2005 - 5 answers

US fridge-filter. I am trying to find a large refrigerator with a very small freezer. My google skills fail me, and I cannot find any sources that easily provides this information (especially since manufacturers don't report usable cubic footage). Suggestions are also welcome, although it must be Energy Star and shelves that slide out are highly desirable.
posted by QIbHom on Jan 12, 2005 - 6 answers

Fridge disaster filter A pint of milk left without my knowledge in my fridge went seriously off. So I could clean the fridge without throwing up I put a saucer of mouthwash in there to deodorise it a bit (bad idea - yes, I am domestically clueless). The result even after defrosting, cleaning with bicarb and putting activated charcoal in there (tips derived from Google) still stinks - I think the door seals are holding a lot of the smell. I cleaned them carefully but no joy. The fridge is still quite a new one, I don't want to junk it - what can I try next?
posted by Flitcraft on Sep 18, 2004 - 14 answers

Is there anything wrong with moving my refrigerator right next to my stove? Gas stove, small kitchen, empty space between the stove and fridge. Will pushing them together affect the performance of either one? Mostly I just don't want proximity to the the stove to make the refrigerator work harder.
posted by bendy on Sep 6, 2004 - 12 answers

How cold should my refrigerator be? I've been moving an instant-read thermometer sitting in glass of water around the various shelves, and they all read 40 degrees fahrenheit. But we still sometimes get ice crystals in the stuff we put on the top shelf (near the cooling element). Is this just too cold?
posted by scarabic on Jun 26, 2004 - 5 answers