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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

Pizza Oven: A new appliance you're going to love.THE PERFECT SLICE FOR LUXURY KITCHENSPizza connosieurs know that cooking a pizza in the home and achieving restaurant-quality results just has not been possible. Commercial pizza ovens use extremely high temperatures to get a crispy crust on the bottom, and bubbling cheese on top, but in your home this results in seriously overheating the kitchen. Until now. GE's luxury Monogram brand is introducing a new pizza oven which combines Monogram styling with advanced technology from First Build to enable home pizza chefs to deliver the great tasting pizzas you love so much right at home. Here's a brief look from Monogram at the technology on their new pizza oven. Pizzeria-quality performanceIs designed to match the capabilities of the best restaurant pizza ovens to help home chefs achieve the perfect slice.Electric heating zonescombine the crisping performance of traditional coal- and wood-burning pizza ovens with the precision and ease of a sophisticated appliance.Capacitive touch LCD controlsallow for easy selection of preset cooking options, including a variety of pizza settings and choices for roasting vegetables.Built-in installationis made possible with a standard 30"-width cabinet cutout.Integrated oven ventilation systemallows for simple installation, with no additional ductwork required.Handcrafted luxurycan be found in every aspect of the design, from the polished stainless exterior to the simple touch controls.Handcraft artisanal pizza in minutes. Monogram's Pizza Oven fits in a standard wall oven cavity, bringing high-temperature cooking to your home kitchen. Loaded with cooking profiles and recipes from renowned pizzerias, this

Selecting a New RefrigeratorBasic ConfigurationsThere are four basic refrigerator configurations that comprise the full-size home refrigerator category.Top Freezer style refrigerator/freezers are a bit of a dinosaur for most homes, but they are still found in apartments and in kitchens where space is really limited. They're at the bottom of the scale in price and features. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) can provide quotes for apartment managers, builders, and other multi-family needs. Bottom Freezer refrigerators, while not the most popular refrigerator configuration, are still preferred by some. A more modern version of the Bottom Freezer refrigerator is the French Door Refrigerator - a Bottom Freezer fridge with split doors above the freezer. French Door refrigerators have become very popular over the last 20 years as customers have opted for the convenience of a freezer on the bottom and full width refrigerator space on the top accessible by split doors. Recent variations of the French Door refrigerator configuration include multiple compartments and doors. Side-by-Side refrigerators have freezer space accessible through a door on the left side and refrigerator space on the other.Refrigerator depths and heightWithin the 4 refrigerator configurations, there are the different refrigerator depths that will affect how your refrigerator appears in the kitchen space.Full-Depth refrigerators can have a depth of 30 or more inches causing them to stick out from standard 24 inch cabinets and adjacent 25 1/2 inch countertops. Counter-Depth refrigerators while

AGA Integrated Dual Fuel Module Combined with AGA Total Control or Dual Control RangeWe've recently introduced readers to the AGA Total Control Range, a unique cooking appliance from Europe with 3 cast iron ovens, and 2 giant cooking hobs that support pots and pans of all sizes. Click on the link below to connect to our previous blog on this product: EXPLORE AGA Now, AGA has rolled out an additional Dual Fuel Module with two ovens and a gas top that can be integrated with their 3 oven AGA Total Control Range above or their AGA Dual Control Range. It's the Best Of Both Worlds.Here's how AGA describes this add-on opportunity to configure a range the way you want it: AGA Integrated Dual Fuel Module The newly released AGA Integrated Dual Fuel Module is designed for those who love the many benefits of their cast iron AGA range and wish to incorporate gas top conventional cooking. This integrated solution attaches to any 3-oven AGA Total Control or 3-oven AGA Dual Control. Want the ultimate AGA? Use the AGA Integrated Module to create a 7-oven cooking experience. Think of the opportunities. Connect an AGA 3 oven Range to the AGA Integrated module to create the 5 oven range above with 2 giant cooking hobs on top along with 4 gas burners (natural or L.P. gas). OR Connect an AGA 5 oven range to the integrated model to

Freestanding Wine Units - A First For MieleKnown for their superb built-in wine units, Miele is now introducing a new line of freestanding wine units in both a full-height and under counter models. We're featuring the full size freestanding unit below, but we also include model numbers on the under counter models. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center offers the complete Miele line.KWT 6832 SGS Freestanding Wine Storage SystemIntegrated side handle stripLow-vibration compressorActive AirClean filter2 inclinable decanting racksGlass holderAs you might expect from Miele's German heritage, the new wine coolers are both elegant and understated. Loaded with exclusive and innovative features, Miele's wine units are precisely engineered with all the features important for convenience and perfect wine storage, but without useless frills.The new freestanding unit KWT6832 SGS can store up to 178 bottles in three independent temperature zones. It includes a Miele exclusive Sommelier Set which consists of a glass holder ConvivoBox with space to exhibit three select wine bottles. Wine glasses may be securely hung from a nearby rack. Two small compartments will hold other wine accessories.The Miele wine unit comes with FlexiFrame bottle racks to fit various wine bottle sizes. A decanting rack allows wine to be stored at an angle which allows wine sediment to settle and remain separate from the wine during pouring. Low-key lighting at the top and solid wood bottle presenters make for an exceptional display of your favorite collectible wines.Of course, Miele's new wine units are energy efficient and maintain constant temperatures with Miele's

Viking Introduces New Integrated Refrigerators The Viking appliance brand has introduced new Professional 36" fully integrated bottom mount refrigerators as the first of its 7 Series integrated refrigerator line. Available with stainless steel front, optional custom panels, or additional custom color options, the series includes an attractive metallic interior, innovative shelving, advanced lighting, and soft-close doors. Here is more detail on this impressive new product:Interior Features Bright energy efficient ramp on theater LED lighting Advanced maintenance-free air purification with Plasmacluster™ ion air purifier (no filter required) Spillproof Plus™ shelves with nano technology create an invisible barrier that contains spills and makes cleanup easy. Exterior Features Designed for fully-flush, fully-integrated installation. Proprietary fully articulating hinge design Choose from factory installed stainless steel panels, custom panels, or seven custom color panel finishes. Cooling system ProChill™ temperature management system 2 variable speed high efficiency Overdrive™ compressors 2 matching evaporators for precise cooling This new Viking Professional 7 Series refrigerator line has all of the above features AND the industry’s best and most comprehensive warranty; the Viking 3-Year Signature Warranty. The Viking 3-Year Signature Warranty now includes a 90 Day No Quibble Guarantee. Click on the link below for pricing and other information on Viking Appliances: Viking at UAKC For information including pricing and availability on Viking's new integrated refrigerators as well as other major appliances or plumbing fixtures contact the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.

Dacor Fully Integrated Refrigerators Known for many years as primarily a cooking brand, for the last several years Dacor has been introducing a steady stream of refrigerator products to help complete their product offering. Here's one of the latest: The new Dacor 30" and 36" Built-In Fully Integrated Refrigerators. 36"/30" Fully Integrated Refrigerator DYF36BF / DYF30BF The lineup includes: 2 top compressor stainless steel models, a 30" and a 36" Pro version with upper grills and pro-handles. 2 bottom compressor panel ready models one in a 30" and one in a 36" version. 2 bottom compressor stainless steel models one in a 30" and one in a 36" version, with Epicure style handles Each model series is available in a choice right or left hinged doors. In addition, a trim kit is available to mate left hinge and right hinge models to create a side-by-side configuration. The refrigerators are packed with high-end state-of-the-art features such as LED lighting, variable-speed compressors, and dual-evaporators. Crisper fruits and vegetables, fresher meats, fish and daily - key ingredients for your culinary success - are achieved through Dacor's careful attention to humidity and temperature control. MAIN FEATURES FlushFit™ allows for seamless built-in appearance. Dual, Variable Speed Compressor/Dual Evaporator Cooling System maintains optimal temperature and humidity for each zone while using less energy. SoftShut™ Drawers quietly pulls drawers closed with ease. FreshZone Freezer Compartment converts from Freezer temperature to either Refrigerator or "Fresh" compartment cooling, providing extra fresh food storage space. White Metal Interior is easy

See Sub-Zero Group Appliances at UAKC Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center congratulates Sub-Zero on its 70th Anniversary. Sub-Zero refrigeration and Wolf cooking appliances are an integral part of the product offering at UAKC, and they're a real favorite of our designers and customers.Sub-Zero HistoryHere are just a few highlights and interesting facts about Sub-Zero over the years: The company was founded in Madison, Wisc. where it is still based today. It's a third generation, family-owned company, currently led by Jim Bakke, the grandson of the founder. Starting with a freezer, the brand is famous for creating and developing the built-in refrigerator category.Sub-Zero has many industry firsts including the ground-breaking introduction of: Dual compressor refrigerators in 1955. Integrated refrigerators with built-in drawer units in 1995. In 2005, Sub-Zero introduced Wolf cooking appliances for the home.Sub-Zero todayToday, Sub-Zero is a leader in luxury appliance products in the U.S. Over the last two years Sub-Zero has introduced new advanced industry-leading products in each product category. More than a refresh of existing products, the new Sub-Zero and Wolf products are state-of-the art appliances that continue their legacy of innovation, yet are undeniably connected to the classic Sub-Zero and Wolf heritage.Check out the lineup by clicking on the links below:WOLF APPLIANCESSUB-ZERO APPLIANCESCall or visit one of the two Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center showrooms today to see the new Sub-Zero and Wolf as well as other major appliances and plumbing fixtures.  

Pro-Style® Cooking Appliances are Changing The Pro-Look Gets a Sleek Update As professional looking appliances have gained popularity in luxury kitchens, they have often been mixed with sleek flush European style appliances. A Bosch or Asko dishwasher featuring a flush matching cabinet panel disappears into the cabinetry while nearby there is a Sub-Zero integrated built-in refrigerator with hidden hinges and door panels that match the adjacent cabinets. They're invisible as appliances and fit right in to the wall. Though it's not possible to do this with cooking appliances, manufacturers have made their cooktops and ranges much more sleek and contemporary-looking. This has become particularly noticeable recently, as even Professional Style appliances have become more flush, but still keep their Pro heritage. Check out the three entries below from Jenn-Air, Wolf, and Miele. Jenn-Air Jenn-Air's new 30" and 36" Pro-Style® cooktops have undergone a complete redesign. Not only have they added more power and new brass burners, but the surface of the cooktop itself is as near to flush as you can get without being inset into the counter. The heavy duty knobs still have a Pro look and feel, but they are somewhat less obtrusive. By the way, the term Pro-Style® is a registered Jenn-Air trademark. Wolf Wolf's new "M" Series Professional Oven still sports their signature red knobs, but also has touch electronic controls that work in conjunction with the knobs. Wolf has worked their magic by producing a jumbo oven with twin convection fans, yet it all fits

Explore AGA and Marvel Appliances Made for You - Available at UAKC *Five-Oven Offer: $2,000 Cash BackPurchase an AGA Total Control TC5 Range plus MARVEL or MARVEL Professional Series Built-in Refrigerator and receive $2,000 cash back. Plus Additional Savings: $500 Cash Back. Buy two or more additional AGA or MARVEL branded products, and receive an extra $500 cash back. The AGA Total Control is an AGA heat-storage cooker with greater flexibility for 21st century living – a British icon redefined. It used to be a given that an AGA cooker was on all the time. Not so now, with the introduction of the AGA Total Control. They look exactly the same as a traditional AGA cooker and food is cooked with the same gentle radiant heat. But underneath the enamelled cast-iron exterior, there lies state-of-the-art technology. It is this advancement that allows the new generation AGA Total Control cookers – each running on electricity – to be turned on and off at the touch of a button and with fast heat-up times, ensuring the AGA Total Control is ultimately flexible. "Perfect for passionate cooks, large families or those with bigger kitchens, the brand-new 5-oven AGA Total Control series cookers feature roasting, baking, simmering, slow cooking and warming ovens." AGA manufactures this unit as a an electric Total Control model or with iTotal Control touch technology allowing operation by smartphone, tablet, or via simple text message. Both units are equipped with a touch-screen control panel hidden behind the top center door.