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No modern kitchen would be complete without a hard working refrigerator to keep food and drinks cool and fresh. Every household and kitchen is different, and this will have a major effect on how the refrigerator is placed and the size that can be used. Another critical consideration is access to the refrigerator, how much space is there and how will the doors work in your kitchen? Answering these questions is determined, to a certain extent, by the available space, how you use the kitchen and your available budget. Let’s take a closer look at some of the common refrigerator door styles that you may encounter when shopping for your next refrigerator. The Top Freezer Fridge This is a very common type of refrigerator that is seen in many homes because it’s an economical choice. If you have basic needs and require a little extra space for a small freezer compartment, this could be an ideal option. There are a couple of critical disadvantages to bear in mind before making a final decision. Firstly, it will be necessary for you to bend to access the fridge section, and this may be a bad option for those with mobility or bad back issues. Secondly, smaller people or children may have a problem reaching the freezer compartment without a step. The Bottom Freezer Fridge This refrigerator has a freezer door located at the bottom, basically the opposite of the one above. These refrigerators are still a popular choice, and many people prefer

From top and bottom mount refrigerators, to French door refrigerators, there is truly no shortage of impressive models to add to your home. If you’re hoping to promote effective organization, while bringing comfort and style to your home, consider a side-by-side refrigerator. Side-by-side refrigerators feature two separate compartments, each with its own door. One side is the freezer compartment, while the other is the fresh food compartment. There are plenty of pros and cons to this popular design, and to help with your refrigerator search, we’ve compiled information on the advantages and disadvantages of a side-by-side refrigerator. Advantages of a Side-By-Side Refrigerator There are a host of advantages to owning a side-by-side refrigerator. Compared to a traditional top or bottom mount refrigerator, these units promote organization and easy access to your items. Side-by-side units help you conveniently store items from top to bottom, allowing you to effectively arrange commonly accessed ingredients or beverages at the top for easy access. You won’t need to bend down to grab everyday items the same way you would for a bottom or top mount model. Generally speaking, side-by-side refrigerators tend to offer more space than other units. This convenient storage is a major benefit for the freezer, especially considering the fact that side-by-side refrigerators offer more freezer shelf space than most other models. Moreover, side-by-side doors typically need less room to swing open than other styles. A majority of modern side-by-side refrigerators also feature a water and ice dispenser in the freezer door, providing

New Built-In Refrigerator IdeaOld Concept: Surprising New BenefitsElectrolux Twins at UAKCFor many years the folks at Frigidaire/Electrolux had been known for offering an All Refrigerator and an All Freezer. Selling them as a combination was not a new idea, but the concept was slow to catch on. However, this may be an example of an idea whose time has come. The current Electrolux Twins are part of the luxury collection of appliances in the Electrolux brand, and are being presented as a good choice for a built-in refrigerator/freezer.There is a lot to offer here:1. Full-size built-in refrigerator, and full size matching freezer (72" wide)While the products are mirror images of each other, and are clearly made to match, they are indeed separate and can be purchased that way if you just want an all refrigerator or an all freezer. The features are fully updated with LED lighting, slide out glass shelves, etc.There are trim kits (faux grills) available for both the top and bottom that are 72" wide, and visually tie the two units together. The doors are configured in the photo so that the refrigerator and the freezer each open in the center, just as you would expect on a traditional side-by-side refrigerator/freezer.2. Traditional compressor in the back.Standard built-in refrigerators have the compressor on the top requiring an 84" height. The Electrolux units have the compressor and machine compartment on the back in the bottom of the appliance, are easier to access and do not require the 84" height.

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

Appliance Deals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterMaytag, KitchenAid, and Whirlpool Columbus Day SavingsThese Columbus Day offers are available for only a short period at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) during the 2014 Columbus Day Sale period. Review the brands, the products, and the amounts and hurry in or call UAKC to make sure you don't miss out.KitchenAid Columbus Day Savings October 8-19$50 Delivery or Installation Allowance Via a MasterCard® Prepaid Card By Mail with purchase of select KitchenAid Brand AppliancesSide-by-Side and Bottom Mount Built-In RefrigeratorsSide-by-Side and Bottom Mount Freestanding RefrigeratorsDishwashersClick below for list of eligible models and rebate form$50 Kitchen Aid Delivery or Installation AllowanceMaytag Columbus Day Savings October 8 - 14Up to $100 Via a MasterCard® Prepaid Card By Mail with purchase of an eligible Maytag laundry pairClick below for list of eligible models and rebate formUp to $100 Maytag laundry rebateScary Good Wall Oven Savings Event October 7 - 14$100 Installation Allowance Via a MasterCard® Prepaid Card By Mail with purchase of an eligible Maytag, Whirlpool, or KitchenAid Wall OvenClick below for list of eligible models and rebate form$100 Maytag, Whirlpool, or KitchenAid wall oven Installation AllownceWhirlpool Columbus Day Savings October 8 - 14Up to $600 Via a MasterCard® Prepaid Card by Mail with purchase of eligible Whirlpool AppliancesClick below for list of eligible models and rebate formUp to $600 Whirlpool Appliances rebateNote: These rebates are not available everywhere, but they are valid at UAKC.Call

Three Modern Refrigerator ImprovementsAvailable at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC)It's been several decades since the average American family relied on an "Ice Box" to keep food cold. In fact, most of us have never owned a manual defrost refrigerator. Today, we not only take for granted that we're going to have an appliance that will keep frozen food frozen, and cold food cold, but we also expect our refrigerator to dispense water and ice, all the while using about the same amount of energy as a 60 watt light bulb. Twenty-first century refrigerators are really a credit to remarkable and steady advances in technology. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center carries all the major refrigerator brands at popular prices as well as the luxury brands. They also carry several of the specialty refrigerator brands.1. Compressor technologyToday's compressor's are much smaller and run far quieter than the big piston model that would noisily pump away inside the old porcelain lined monster "fridge" of Ozzie and Harriet's day. A variable speed refrigerator compressor in 2014 might run 100% of the time changing speed based on demand for cooling from various sensors, and even factoring in usage patterns.2. Improved insulation.Fiberglass blankets have been replaced by blown in polyurethane foam-in-place insulation. Better insulation can not only reduce energy usage, but can also strengthen the refrigerator walls and increase the capacity.3. Defrost technology."Frost-free" refrigerators have been around for decades. Traditionally, a frost free refrigerator goes into a defrost cycle automatically after a certain number of

More Great Appliance and Plumbing Values in 2014 Best Selection and Prices at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center What can customers expect in appliances and plumbing fixtures in 2014? The industry will continue to feature products which represent tremendous values for consumers. If you look at the price of a refrigerator thirty years ago, you'd find that a really good price on a side-by-side refrigerator with ice and water dispenser would be between $1300 and $1500. Today, you can get a side-by-side refrigerator with dispenser for around $1000, AND it will cost much less to operate than ever before! Think about that. Consider the cost of a new car thirty years ago and compare it with the cost of a new car today. The cost of cars has increased many times over! While luxury appliances can be very expensive, the range of prices and selections in appliances has never been wider. At Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC), customers can select from the finest appliances the industry has to offer, but they can also find major brand appliances to fit any budget. Popular priced mass appliance brands such as Frigidaire, GE, Amana, and Whirlpool are regularly featured at UAKC sale prices. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center also offers a wide variety of plumbing fixtures in top brands such as Toto, Brizo, HansGrohe, and others.   During 2013, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center sponsored a variety of cooking demonstrations in their showrooms in Studio City and Calabasas as well as offsite

New Viking Built-In Refrigeration Products Available to order now at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Viking is introducing a new 2-Series line of built in side by side and bottom mount refrigeration that boasts many enhanced and consumer demanded features. QUIET COOL ™ BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Viking Professional built-in refrigeration offers cold storage options in a range of configurations that fit perfectly to your functional and styling desires. These professional quality refrigerator/freezers provide the ultimate in cold storage, with dedicated drawers and shelves to accommodate every item on your grocery list. Have your Viking Professional refrigerator blend seamlessly into cabinetry with custom panel options or further adorn your refrigerator by choosing from one of 12 exclusive finishes. QUIET COOL ™ BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION FEATURES ProChill™ Temperature Management System § Variable Speed DC Overdrive™ Compressor quickly chills food and saves energy § Single compressor system is one of the quietest, most technologically advanced compressors available § Electronic controls maintain even temperatures within one degree to keep food fresher longer § Odor Eliminator™ Evaporator removes odors and excess humidity § Maintenance free Super Clog Resistant™ Condenser prevents dust and other airborne particles from clogging the condenser Filter-Free Freshness § EXCLUSIVE Plasmacluster* Ion Air Purifier uses advanced ion technology to eliminate airborne bacteria, mold, and odors to enhance food preservation § Functions at 100% capacity and never degrades and never needs replacing *Plasmacluster™ is a trademark of Sharp Corporation Adjustable Cold Zone™ Drawer § Adjustable temperature and humidity controls keep food fresher longer § Intuitive