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Much of the technological breakthroughs on appliances followed after the invention of the light bulb by Thomas Edison in 1879. A couple of years later, the brand Singer introduced the home electric sewing machine. This was followed by the lightweight electric iron as well as the “Thor,” the first electric-powered washing machine in 1901. The …
Unfortunately, just because our washing machines clean our clothes, they don’t stay clean. Our washing machines can grow bacteria, mildew, and musty smells which eventually make their way to our clothing. Just like your clothes, your washing machine needs to be cleaned often. Keep reading for a step-by-step guide on how to deep clean your …
Our dishwashers clean our dishes, so they must stay clean, right? Unfortunately, dishwashers can get even dirtier than the dishes we put in them. Food and debris build-up can make our dishwashers not run optimally, and even began to break down if we don’t keep them clean. But just how do you clean a dishwasher? …
There’s nothing like that first cup of coffee in the morning. It wakes us up, helps to get our day started, and tastes great. But did you know having an unclean coffee maker can actually affect the taste and quality of your coffee? Build up of minerals and organics in the coffee maker can also …
Can you remember the last time you did a deep clean of your oven? If not, it might be time to throw on some rubber gloves and get to work. The inside of our ovens can become caked with burnt food and grease residue, which can not only affect the taste of the foods we …
It might sound unnecessary to deep clean a machine that’s function is to clean. After all, your dishwasher cleans your dishes, so it must be clean right? In a perfect world maybe, but in reality, our dishwashers can get even dirtier than the dishes we put in them. This can not only create cloudy and …
When was the last time you cleaned out your fridge? Last week? Month? Year? You could be inviting foodborne pathogens and a number of other issues into your fridge by not cleaning it often. Our refrigerators are where we store what we eat at a safe and controlled temperature, but if your fridge isn’t being …
Just because our washing machines work hard to clean our laundry doesn’t mean that they stay clean. Soiled laundry can cause bacteria to accumulate in our washing machines, as well as mildew from constant humidity, and soap residue buildup from laundry detergent. Having a dirty washing machine can have the same effect on your clothes. …
The microwave oven is probably one of the most convenient kitchen appliances you own. While some people see them as only useful for defrosting frozen meat, there are other people who can cook an entire Thanksgiving meal in their microwave. That means that if your microwave just broke, the decision on when to replace it …
Coffee maker stations and areas can get messy. Ours does and we use K-cups. There’s spilled water. Grounds fall out of tipped K-cups. If you use ground coffee beans (and/or grind it yourself), your coffee area can get very messy. Moreover, recently, we put our coffee maker in our dining room by creating a small …
We moved our coffee maker from the kitchen to the dining room… and we love it! For years we had our Keurig coffee maker in the corner of the kitchen next to the sink under upper kitchen cabinets. It worked fine there but the entire coffee station took up quite a bit of space. The …
On a sunny Monday night, my wife, two sons and I went off in search of a new single-serve coffee maker. I’m very knowledgeable about single serve coffee makers having bought and tested 12 of them over the years. My wife and I like single-serve K-cup coffee makers because we wake up at different times …
Antique pieces can be difficult to find. Often, you have to peruse the flea market or go to specialty stores just to hunt for authentic antique items. And in some cases, antique stores and sellers can be difficult to find, too. That’s why online shopping is a godsend. Shopping for antiques online can bring you …
Online stores have the upper hand when it comes to customer convenience. You get to scout the best deals, compare features and pricing options among different retailers and all these with just a few clicks. That’s why consumers are turning to online stores even for major purchases such as household appliances. In 2016, consumers reportedly …
Related: Dishwasher Dimensions (Buying Guide) | Dishwasher History | The Right Type of Dishwasher | Types of Dishwashers | Dishwashers Under $500 I’ve owned this Danby countertop dishwasher for over a year and I can honesty say it was a GREAT purchase. Danby has two countertop dishwashers. Mine’s the newer, silver-coloured one with an LCD …
Computers have evolved significantly in the past 20 years. I have kids that are in their early teens, and they have no concept of life without computers. They have no concept of life without smartphones. It is amazing in just a few short years; I went from having to go to the computer lab at college to …
Technology is a fantastic thing, and it makes our lives easier and better. It improves quickly and allows us to automate our houses. The products on the market that can help advance your home are unbelievable. I remember when being able to program my coffee maker to have my coffee ready when I woke up …
There is nothing better than sitting down to a warm fondue pot filled with molten, bubbly cheese. Whether you are making meat fondue, fruit fondue, or vegetable fondue the ending result will be guaranteed delicious. If you are interested in a fondue set or fondue pot to start your tasty meal, chances are you have …
Many people love to eat fried food and the best way to fry food at home or at a restaurant is in a deep fryer. From fried chicken to fried Oreos and fried bananas, people love to eat food fried in oil in a deep fryer. Since I worked at a Dairy Queen in …
For most of us, it’s a dreaded chore. We take clean clothes out of the laundry only to find them wrinkled. If you’re like me, you’ll try every stopgap solution to avoid pressing them. Throwing them in for an extra spin in the dryer. Turning the shower to its hottest setting and hanging the clothes …
What is the biggest headache in your garage? Is it the clutter? Or do you have that under control? Is it having to leave the garage every time you need a cool glass of water or a cup of coffee? While this may seem like a problem of luxury to some, it can be a …