Appliances

Tips for building a brick range alcove that nobody talks about

We just finished a project in Coral Gables where the owner wanted a massive brick alcove instead of a standard vent, an...

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posted by FinderRidge

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Is switching to an all-rigid dryer vent actually worth the hassle?

I recently spent a couple of hours messing with my dryer exhaust because I was tired of those flimsy silver foil tubes...

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posted by DriftFlint_1953

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Thoughts on Smeg toasters vs. cheaper retro alternatives?

I’ve been eyeing the Smeg 2-slice toaster for ages becuase it looks so iconic on a countertop, but I’m starting to wond...

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posted by forge_drift_1965

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Tips for setting up your first heavy-duty laundry set that nobody talks about

I finally got my new matte black laundry pair hooked up and there are a few things I wish someone had mentioned before...

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posted by FrostSage

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Finally learned the hard way why glass and air fry settings don't mix

I was doing a pork roast on the air fry setting the other night and about forty-five minutes in, I heard a sound like a...

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posted by RavenRay46

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Finally figured out why my marketplace fridge was losing its cool

I spent the last two weeks wondering why the used fridge I just picked up was alredy failing, but I finally tore the ba...

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posted by IronKeeper

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How do I know if my range hood is actually powerful enough for this 66-inch setup?

I just had my 66-inch range put in and it’s honestly a lot more intimidating than I expected. The installers just left...

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posted by BasaltBear198

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Why does my microwave beep every time the fridge door opens?

I've been dealing with the weirdest glitch for the last couple of months and I'm honestly starting to think my kitchen...

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posted by BirchSpark922

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Finally figured out why my vinyl floor was warping under the range

I had a bit of a scare this morning when I pulled my six-year-old Whirlpool gas range out to do some deep cleaning and...

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posted by Nic_Basalt

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Just finished cleaning up a used Frigidaire Professional 40-inch range and I am impressed

I ended up pulling the trigger on a used Frigidaire profesional Series 40-inch electric range this weekend for $300 and...

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posted by BirchWalker335

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Why is my Samsung microwave fan turning on by itself?

I’m sitting here on the couch and I just heard the vent fan on my Samsung over-the-range microwave kick on out of nowhe...

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posted by frost_nomad_1971

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Tips for LG zero clearance refrigerators that nobody talks about

If you are dealing with a tight kitchen layout where your fridge is tucked against a wall or deep cabinetry, you prolly...

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posted by AnvilWalker

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Is the jump to a Bosch 800 really worth the extra thousand dollars over a standard GE?

I'm currently stuck between two counter-depth models at the local shop and I honestly can't tell if I'm overthinking th...

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posted by basalt_sage_1971

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Is it true that Maytag is finally making reliable washers again?

My top loader is making this horrific grinding noise during the spin cycle and it's basicly on its last legs. I’ve been...

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posted by StormBuilder

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Thoughts on 80s longevity vs modern appliance reliability?

I’ve been thinking alot about how my old gear seems to outlast the stuff I bought just a couple of years ago. I still h...

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posted by ScoutStone

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