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Before You Buy a New FreezerReview of Many Freezer Choices Available at UAKCFull-Size FreezersIf you have a hunter in your family, live on a farm where you raise and butcher farm animals, or simply buy in bulk, then you may be a candidate for a full-sized freezer. It's great to have a utility room or other inside space for your freezer. Unfortunately though, it's often necessary to put your freezer in the garage. The downside of this is temperature variations may cause the freezer to work harder, and use more energy. Most likely you'll choose between a chest freezer and an upright freezer. Obviously, a chest freezer will take more floor space, and you may have to dig a little to find what you need, but chest freezers are less expensive. With an upright freezer, you'll have multiple shelves, and it will be easier to view and access the contents. Upright freezers are more expensive, and cost a bit more to run.Inside All Freezer optionsHaving All Refrigerators and All Freezers in the kitchen has become increasingly popular. Frigidaire has offered this option for a long time. The photo above is the latest offering of a matching refrigerator/freezer pair from Frigidaire Professional. Other brands such as Miele, Thermador, and Sub Zero also make various Column configurations of separate refrigerators and freezers. Dacor has now jumped on the band wagon with their high tech columns. The all refrigerator/all freezer is definitely worth consideration for a complete food preservation solution if you have

Sub-Zero Integrated Refrigerators and FreezersLet's begin by setting the record straight on built-in refrigerators with cabinet panels, versus fully integrated refrigerators with cabinet panels that are flush with adjacent cabinets. The Sub-Zero brand pioneered built-in refrigerators decades ago, and continues to be a leader in this appliance category. They have long had cabinet panel options for their refrigerators, but not what we now call "fully-integrated". In fact, Sub-Zero typically exposed their trademark grills on top of the refrigerator where the compressor compartment was located. They still make these refrigerators, and they are very popular. However, today's fully-integrated refrigerators with custom flush-fitting matching cabinet panels, are indistinguishable from the adjacent cabinets. They're often referred to as invisible or disappearing refrigerators.A few years ago, Sub-Zero Wolf embarked on a major re-design of their entire appliance offering. This update included a complete launch of integrated refrigerators, freezers, and wine storage units, accompanied by undercounter refrigerator and freezer drawers, as well as undercounter beverage and wine storage units. Here are some of Sub Zero's latest products in their own words: How often have you wished for a larger refrigerator? Weekly? Daily? We invite you to think modular and solve your food storage problems once and for all. The Sub-Zero Integrated 24” All Refrigerator Column delivers an impressive 12.9 cu. ft. of well-organized refrigerator storage – likely at least 50% more than you have now. Pair it

Appliances that Fit Under Your Countertops Visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Not long ago the only appliances placed underneath a counter in most homes were the dishwasher and perhaps a trash compactor. Now, there are a host of appliances configured to fit underneath the counter. In fact, it's hard to think of a major appliance category that does not have products configured to work under a countertop. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center has a huge selection of appliances from many brands that will fit under your countertop. Among the reasons to install an appliance under a counter, would be not only to save counter space, but also for accessibility. It's also good to remember that the cabinets above your countertop are only 12" deep, not the 24" that most appliances are designed to occupy. Microwave ovens are no longer relegated to the countertop or over the range. Today, microwave oven drawers open and close at the push of a button and are perfect for undercounter installation. In addition, the big kitchen refrigerator is being replaced or at least supplemented with refrigerator and freezer drawers.Sub Zero has recently introduced a host of new undercounter refrigeration appliances that are also designed for living spaces other than the kitchen. The phrase that is being used is "point-of-use" appliances. For example, it might be a good idea to have a refrigerator in a recreation area stocked with snacks and drinks for the kids. Entertainment areas are being equipped

New Refrigerators from Sub-Zero Available at UAKCFlush fitting refrigerators blend with existing cabinetsSub-Zero integrated refrigerators and freezers have no visible hinges or grilles, and have a shallow depth so that your appliances can fit flush with surrounding cabinets. With a variety of models that can be mixed and matched including upright refrigerator or freezer columns as well as counter height drawer models the appliances can disappear into their surroundings.See what Sub-Zero's new refrigerators are all about at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) and visit their Sub-Zero Wolf Living Kitchen. Here's what Sub-Zero has to say about its new 30" integrated IT 30CIID refrigerator/freezer model. Sub-Zero’s all-new line of Integrated refrigeration features the industry’s most-advanced food-preservation features and largest selection of models. The 30”-wide IT-30CIID refrigerator/freezer combination unit includes 10.6 cubic feet of refrigerator storage above 5.0 cubic feet of freezer space accessible via two soft-close drawers. Dual refrigeration — separate cooling systems for the refrigerator and freezer — allows fresh food to stay fresher longer, and frozen items to remain free of frost and freezer burn. Additionally, an automatic icemaker features a “max ice” setting, providing increased on-demand production of purified ice by up to 30 percent for 24 hours. As a fully integrated refrigerator/freezer, the unit is ready to be fitted with custom panels and handles for seamless installation with surrounding cabinetry (high-quality stainless steel panels and handles are available as sales accessories). Like all full-size Sub-Zero Integrated refrigeration models, the IT-30CIID stands

Where do you locate a microwave? Adding a microwave to an existing kitchen can be a daunting task. There are four places where microwave ovens are likely to be found in a kitchen, and there are advantages and disadvantages to each option. Here is the list of each choice and a discussion of their respective benefits. Feel free to contact the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for specific models and dimensions. Countertop Placing a microwave oven on a countertop is an obvious choice, and in the early years this is all way microwave ovens were located. The big, hefty Amana Radarange is iconic of this era. Countertop microwaves are convenient and are relatively inexpensive. Nevertheless, this is usually an undesirable solution because the microwave takes up valuable counterspace.Over-the-range GE invented the O-T-R micro-hood combination back in the 70's. The O-T-R microwave has become commonplace and often a standard feature in new homes. While the micro-hood gets the microwave off the countertop, the eye-level location is not ergonomically sound, and the ventilation system is generally considered inferior.Built-In to the cabinets This can be an ideal solution. A microwave oven in the wall located at the perfect height is going to be a homemaker's delight. However, there can be difficulties. Upper cabinets are generally only 12" deep and will only accommodate a very small microwave oven. This means that there must be a full depth

Sub-Zero Integrated Drawers See the full line at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Designers and home owners love the flexibility that Sub-Zero offers in locating their appliances. Point-of-use refrigeration is the concept that refrigerators need not be confined to the traditional kitchen work triangle. Sub-Zero's 700 series integrated refrigerators, freezers, and wine storage units can be installed seamlessly in cabinets throughout the home with no visible hinges or grilles. For example, the drawer models of refrigerator/freezer, refrigerator only, or freezer only give you the convenience of easy to access undercounter refrigeration in a 27" cabinet anywhere in the home. Model 700BC offers refrigerator storage in the upper drawer with freezer storage in the lower drawer. Two temperature zones ensure the freshest food and energy efficiency. Model 700BCI features an automatic ice maker. This model is ENERGY STAR® qualified for energy efficiency. Model 700BR base unit has refrigerator storage in both drawers. This model is also ENERGY STAR® qualified for energy efficiency. Model 700BF base unit has freezer storage in both drawers. Model 700BFI features an automatic ice maker. This model is ENERGY STAR® qualified for energy efficiency. Of course, we're only presenting the undercounter drawer units here. Sub-Zero also offers a full line of undercounter appliances with doors instead of drawers such as wine cellars, beverage centers, and icemakers. For information about the complete lineup of Sub-Zero appliances call or visit the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today. Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City:

There's an old kitchen design principle called the work triangle. Refrigerator, range, and dishwasher make up a triangle and need to be located within a certain proximity of each other. But rules are made to be broken and there is a new trend in kitchen design that has appliances being located in new and sometimes unusual locations. For example, Sub Zero and other manufacturers now offer undercounter refrigerator and freezer drawers, beverage centers, ice makers, and wine cellars. Families can now use a small refrigerator in a refreshment area so the kids to get cold snacks when they come home from school. Freezers drawers in the pantry area can be used for long term food storage. The entertainment area can feature an ice-maker along with the wine cellar, and dish drawers next to the sink in the wet bar. Microwave drawers, warming drawers, built-in coffee makers, and duct-free downdraft cooktops also open up new location opportunities. The key is that design should be about how you want to live, and not follow outdated rules. For new ideas in appliances, visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center at 12050 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA. 91604, PH 877 696-2982