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Can you customize a refrigerator?

Fridges have changed since the invention of the electric refrigerator in 1913. Nowadays, these appliances come with all sorts of options, such as ice makers and water dispensers. And they come in diff...[More]

THOR Kitchen Announces Tilt Panel Professional Electric Ranges

THOR Kitchen has made available their new Tilt Panel Professional Electric Ranges. Available in 30-inch and 36-inch models, these energy-efficient ranges feature a motorized touch-control panel wit...[More]

What is this big magnet in the Samsung washer?

A few months after I bought this Samsung front load washer (Model: WF45T6000AW), I started to hear this loud noise when it goes to the spin cycle. A found a pile of corse dust under the dryer, thou...[More]

Innovating for the environment Grundig adds builtin microplastic filter to washing machines

Grundig is expanding its sustainable product range, offering a solution to avoid microplastics in the water: the world’s first washing machines with built-in microplastic filter. The new technol...[More]

Why Laundry Is the Competitive Edge Landlords Need

The rental market is volatile and competitive. To get the most out of your property, offer what tenants want. There are more than 107 million renters in the United States, that's nearly one-thi...[More]

My washing machine will not work

Need help! My washing machine won’t work because the door can’t lock and I really don’t want to call a repair company. Question from user moralquary at Appliances at reddit.com. ...[More]

36 gas range dilemma

I have a 12 year old, 36" gas/electric range from Ikea/Whirlpool (YIDC865VM) that has given up the ghost. Our kitchen cabinets and granite counters were built to accommodate this range. Here are my ...[More]

How Do I Know If Something Is Microwave Safe?

The microwave is one of the appliances you regularly use, whether at home or work. It's a convenient and quick way to cook or reheat food, but before you heat that leftover meatloaf, you should be...[More]

How do I diagnose a washing machine that is leaking water?

Diagnosing a leaking washing machine can be a bit of a detective work, but by following a systematic approach, you can usually pinpoint the issue causing the leak. Here are the steps to diagnose and p...[More]

Harmless AC Smells and What They Mean

Sometimes when a home air conditioner smells bad, the problem is hazardous to your health. In this case, you should refrain from running the AC until a professional can take a look. Other AC smells ar...[More]