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Save on Miele and Sub-Zero Wolf at UAKCMajor appliance brands are often divided into categories such as Economy brands Amana, and Mass market brands GE, Whirlpool, Frigidaire, and Luxury brands Miele, and Sub-Zero Wolf. Some brands cross more than one category, while others squeeze in between. For example, there is an ongoing effort among some brands to carve out space between mass and luxury brands. These brands fit into categories such as Premium, eg. KitchenAid or even Super-Premium. Today, however, we're going to briefly discuss two brands that proudly consider themselves Luxury brands: Miele and Sub-Zero Wolf.Miele is a German brand that has a history that can be traced back to 1899. Their motto Immer Besser translates to Forever Better and the Miele family follows that principle today as a worldwide high end appliance brand. One of my favorite Miele products is this dual fuel 48" wide range.Sub-Zero Wolf is a U.S. enterprise based in Wisconsin. They lay claim to inventing built-in refrigeration for the home. A hugely successful company, Sub-Zero purchased the Wolf brand for residential use (Wolf continues as a separate company manufacturing restaurant ranges). Now, Sub-Zero Wolf offers a complete line of luxury refrigeration and cooking products for the home. Sub-Zero is famous for this Sub-Zero Pro 48 refrigerators.As Premium brands, both Miele and Sub-Zero Wolf are expensive, but that doesn't mean you can't save money when purchasing them. Here are some terrific offers available now at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center:SUB-ZERO WOLFUpgrade and Save on a

Luxury Appliances from a centuries old expertPremium Downdraft Ventilation at UAKCGaggenauThe Gaggenau company was established in 1683 as a hammer mill to make nails and other household goods. The iron ore deposits in the Murgtal Valley at the foot of the Black Forest were used to open up new sources of income for the impoverished farmers, thus laying the foundation for the success of the brand.Ever since 1683, Gaggenau standards have led to outstanding performance that exceeds even the highest expectations regarding design and architecture. The ventilation 400 series boasts a variety of design options and allows the focus to remain on what matters most in the kitchen – producing meals that are sure to impress. Its quiet and efficient technology is combined with a sculptural design. With superior technology, aesthetic perfection, and high-quality materials the ventilation 400 series incorporates what Gaggenau has always stood for: design quality, tradition and system excellence.VL 414The VL 414 downdraft ventilation appliance is ideal for large kitchens and kitchen islands. It quietly and effectively extracts vapors and odors directly from where they arise. You decide whether to mount it flush or raised.Main facts Extendable table ventilation, when not in use can be completely lowered into the worktop Can be combined perfectly with other Vario appliances of the 400 series Dimmable, warm white flush LED light for ideal illumination of the whole cooktop Precision crafting of 3 mm stainless steel For surface mounting with a visible edge or for flush mounting Motorless, can be combined

Bosch Ascenta Dishwasher Line Bosch Quality in an Affordable Dishwasher Bosch is a German appliance brand known for high quality, and especially famous for its quiet running dishwashers. NOW, Bosch is introducing its new Ascenta dishwasher line, with Bosch quality and quiet running at an affordable price. See product features below. Click on model number below for more information and pricing. Recessed Handle DishwasherAscenta- White SHE3AR72UC Product features Key Features50 dBA- Quietest Dishwasher Brand.Saves up to 280 gallons of water each yearSelf-Latching Door Stays Put and LatchesDelicate Wash for Fine China DesignStainless Steel TallTub w/ *PPSilver Colored Fascia in Stainless SteelRed Remaining Time Display Performance50 dBA- Quietest Dishwasher Brand.6 Wash Cycles and 2 OptionsSanitize Option eliminates bacteria and enhances drying resultsVariable Spray Pressure EfficiencySaves up to 280 gallons of water each year279 kwh/yr - Energy Star®Exceeds ENERGY STAR Requirements for Water by 69%EcoSense™ Reduces Energy Usage by up to 20% ConvenienceBosch Exclusive 24/7 Overflow Leak Protection3 h, 6 h, 9 h Delay Start TimerExpress Wash - In 30 Minutes or LessDelicate Wash for Fine ChinaSelf-Latching Door Stays Put and Latches Capacity14 Place Setting Capacity300 Series RacksManual Height Adjustment for Upper RackLong Silverware Basket Bosch dishwashers incorporate 18 unique sound-reducing technologies, to make Bosch the quietest dishwasher For more information on Bosch and other fine major appliances or plumbing fixtures contact the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.

New Appliance Launch From Miele Miele Generation 6000 Series available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Miele has introduced their latest line of luxury appliances, Generation 6000. Here's how Miele describes this new product line: Princeton, NJ - April 11, 2014 - Following five years of extensive product development, Miele introduces its Generation 6000 series of appliances. As the most significant Miele product launch in the United States, Generation 6000 sets new benchmarks in design, technology and innovation. Comprising new convection ovens, speed ovens, steam ovens, combi-steam ovens, coffee systems, microwave ovens and gourmet warming drawers - Miele Generation 6000 ensures unprecedented convenience, performance and elegance for today’s kitchen. Miele is a German company founded in 1899. Early on, Miele adopted the motto Immer Besser, "forever better", which has stood the test of time. The German engineered new Generation 6000 line exemplifies the motto and is designed to last 20 years. 20 YEARS. That's really remarkable! Especially considering that many appliances are built with planned obsolescence for replacement cycles of 10-15 years. As you can see, Miele will have none of this. Their new Generation 6000 series comes in two style configurations: Pureline which has a streamlined smooth look. Contourline highlights stainless steel. photos: courtesy of Miele Kitchens can take advantage of either line to achieve their style objectives. Or each line can complement each other in a single kitchen. Generation 6000 is much more than just a harmonious style. The new appliance line has controls that are amazingly intuitive

Affordable Upgraded Appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterMass Premium Appliance BrandsUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is Headquarters in Southern California for the "mass" appliance brands like GE, Frigidaire, Maytag, and Whirlpool. And most of you know that with locations in Studio City and Calabasas they also focus on the "luxury" brands including Wolf Sub Zero, Viking, Thermador, Miele and Gaggenau.There is also a growing market for brands known as "mass premium" appliance brands. The mass premium moniker fits those brands that are NOT in the upper stratosphere price-wise with names like Sub Zero and Miele, but nevertheless are in a higher price category than GE, Whirlpool, and Frigidaire's more entry level offerings. The mass premium category includes KitchenAid, Bosch, GE Café/Profile, and Electrolux. We might even consider Korean brands LG and Samsung as in the mass premium category as well as the Italian labels recently launched in the U.S. Fulgor Milano and Bertazzoni. All these brands are strategically positioned with pricing and feature levels definitely above the mass, but nevertheless not luxury. (It gets fuzzy. Electrolux brand certainly has some products that might be considered above mass premium, and Jenn-Air purposely describes itself as "super premium", evidently meaning more than mass premium, but not quite luxury).In any case let's take a look at two brands who seem to be comfortable calling themselves mass premium - KitchenAid and Bosch.Part of the Whirlpool family of brands, KitchenAid is focused on the kitchen (does not have washers and dryers). Here's how

All major German brands are available at UAKC Miele - Bosch - Thermador - Gaggenau - Liebherr Known for durability and efficiency, German appliance brands have made their name in the U.S. market in recent years. These sleek and streamlined German engineered refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, ranges, ovens, and cooktops have distinguished themselves as leaders in the premium and luxury categories. Bosch, Thermador, and Gaggenau (all part of the BSH corporate umbrella), Miele appliances, and now Liebherr refrigeration account for nearly all of the German brands sold in the U.S. The BSH brands have a considerable U.S. manufacturing footprint, while Miele and Leibherr build primarily in Germany. Miele boasts that as a family operation, they are not interested so much in quarterly earnings, but in long term viability. While competitors race to outsource products and cut costs, Miele builds 90% of their products in Germany and manufactures over 95% of their parts. Their sensibility is to build their products to last 20 years or more. Part of the German brand success in the U.S. is the low energy use and water savings in their dishwashers. The Bosch dishwasher has also been a consistent leader in building the quietest dishwasher available. Let's take a look at few of these highly regarded products: Bosch Dishwasher 24" Bar Handle DishwasherSHX9PT75UCBenchmark™ Series- Stainless steel The quietest dishwasher in North America. 38 dBA: Quietest dishwasher brand. A flexible 3rd rack with folding tines adds 30% more loading capacity. A clean white light illuminates the interior

Hurry In! Bosch Rebates Expiring Soon at UAKCUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is one of Southern California's leading retailers of major appliances and plumbing fixtures. Right now, customers can save 10% on a Bosch Kitchen Package, $300 on a Bosch Induction Cooktop, and up to $200 on a new Bosch Dishwaser.Bosch Kitchen Package Rebate expires 3/31/2014Bosch Kitchen Package PromotionSave 10% on eligible Bosch Kitchen PackagesOffer valid January 1, 2014 – March 31, 2014Click on photo for rebate form:Bosch home appliances is part of BSH, Bosch and Siemens Home Appliance Group, based in Munich, Germany. As part of the third largest appliance manufacturer in the world, Bosch has been selling high performance German-engineered major home appliances and cooking appliances in the United States since 1991. Known nationwide for raising the standards in appliance quietness, efficiency and integrated design, Bosch frequently receives top ratings in leading consumer publications and is the winner the 2011, 2012 and 2013 Energy Star® Sustained Excellence Award. With US headquarters in Irvine, CA, the company operates an appliance park in New Bern, North Carolina comprised of state-of-the-art factories for dishwashers, ranges, ovens and cooktops.Bosch $300 Induction Cooktop Rebate expires 2/28/2014Click on photo for rebate form:36” Induction Cooktop with SteelTouch™ Control and AutoChef®800 Series - Black with Stainless Steel StripsNIT8665UCDual 11" Element with Powerful 4400W. Most Powerful Induction Element in its ClassSpeedBoost™CountDown TimerPreciseSelect™- 17 Direct Cooking LevelsUp to $200 Bosch Dishwasher Rebate expires 2/28/2014Click on photo for rebate form: 24" Bar Handle Dishwasher800 Plus Series- Stainless steelSHX9PT75UCThe

First New Appliance of the Year at UAKC Miele Launches New Gas Cooktop January 2nd, 2014 Miele announces a new 5 burner 36" gas cooktop. Effective February 17th, 2013 –– the KM2355 36” Gas cooktop –– with the possibility to flush-mount the unit and the resulting ability to let it blend into the kitchen design. The dishwasher-safe ComfortClean grates make cleaning-up easier than ever before. The flush design fits right in to the sleek European look so prominent in other Miele appliances. Few gas cooktops are capable of being installed flush to the countertop. The cooktop can be ordered for either natural or LP gas. Designated as a "super burner", the center burner goes from a low setting at 700 BTU's up to a maximum 15,000 BTU. This burner comes equipped with a wok ring. The 5 stainless steel control knobs are conveniently (and safely) located in the front center of the cooktop.With a retail price of $1899, Miele quality has never been more affordable. FEATURES 5 completely sealed burners: (1) 650 – 3,900 BTU Auxiliary burner (2) 1,100 – 6,000 BTU Normal burner (1) 1,800 – 9,500 BTU High Speed burner (1) 700 – 15,000 BTU Double-inset super burner NEW Flush mounted gas cooktop NEW Dishwasher-safe ComfortClean grates Center controlled with stainless steel knobs Ignition safety control About Miele Founded in 1899 and headquartered in Germany, Miele remains a family-owned company. Miele's goal is simple: Miele aims to manufacture the

Showers, Faucets, and Fixtures from Hansgrohe About Hansgrohe Whether showering, bathing or washing your hands, you will immediately notice the excellent quality of Hansgrohe products. But who is behind the beautifully designed quality showers and faucets “Made in Germany”? Read on. Made in Germany branded productsAround 80% of Hansgrohe production takes place in Southern Germany – in a total of five plants in Schiltach and Offenburg. This despite the fact that Hansgrohe achieves around 80% of its sales revenue abroad. The question is, why does a company with a broad international base still produce in Germany – when it would seem to be more cost-effective to produce all over the world? The answer from the Black Forest is: because Hansgrohe counts on German expertise and offers its customers a guarantee of quality. The latest Hansgrohe brand products Raindance Select ShowersSelect your Shower Pleasure – the motto of the new Hansgrohe showers. In the first Hansgrohe overhead shower with integrated Select button, customers can switch between two jet types – and between three on the handshower. New to the Raindance collection: Raindance Rainfall Showering fun for the whole family More room to move around in the bathroom: the Hansgrohe brand extends its range of shower systems. These guarantee a pleasurable shower experience for big and small, young and old alike. The RainAir rain shower combined with the RainFlow gush spray makes for a fantastic showering experience.