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Food storage methods have evolved a great deal in recent years. The advances in technology have created a variety of refrigerator options, so refrigeration is now not just about keeping perishables fresh. With the hundreds of features to choose from, buying a new fridge can cause a great deal of consumer confusion. So, here we’ll explore some important features you should look out for when you’re shopping for a new refrigerator. The Right Door Style Fridge opening options have significantly changed over the years, making it easier to choose the right door style to suit your kitchen. Side by side models allow you to get access to certain foods without opening the whole refrigerator. French doors offer similar benefits and make organizing easier. If you want quick access to your frozen foods, you may prefer a traditional top or bottom freezer door. Door Alarms If you have toddlers or young children in your household, safety should be a consideration for your purchase. Some models have door locks and alarm systems that will alert you if the door has been left open or if a child may be playing with the refrigerator. This type of alarm can save energy, as the internal temperature is reduced if the door is left open. Additionally, you may wish to choose a refrigerator with a door lock, so you don’t need to worry about little ones spilling drinks or getting into the treats without permission. Adjustable, Sliding Shelves There are a lot of considerations when

Look at What's Happening at DacorNew Dacor Appliances Coming to UAKCPrivately held Dacor has long been known as a standout in the Luxury appliance segment. Dacor has had geographic strength in the Western US where they were founded and where their headquarters and manufacturing facilities have been located. With great performance and some unique features, Dacor carved out a solid niche' in the cooking segment. To have a full line, Dacor outsourced most of the non-cooking products such as dishwashers and refrigerators. Now, however, Dacor is part of the giant Samsung company and we're getting a look at their strength and innovation in these newly launched Dacor products. The new Modernist Line from Dacor has a striking design that keeps some of Dacor's classic looks and features, but plants itself squarely in the forefront of 21st century styling and innovation.Let's take note of a few of the new enhancements in Dacor's new Modernist Line:The most striking thing to note in the new line is the new finish which Dacor describes as a "dramatic graphite color that accentuates and elevates the sophistication of any kitchen."The Modernist Line includes an updated version of Dacor's Pro Dual Fuel Range with a Steam option. Complete with digital controls, brass burners on the top, a burner that accommodates a wok, and a griddle. The touch controls are wi-fi enabled for remote operation.Dacor's recently launched refrigerated columns are now part of the Modernist Line, too. Below refrigerator and freezer columns

What to look for in Smart AppliancesSmart Choices at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterWhat's a smart appliance?There's more than one definition, but for our purposes here we're going to say that a smart appliance has some degree of connectivity. It might be as simple as an app that notifies you if your refrigerator door has been left open for some period of time. Or it might be remotely pre-heating and cooking a roast from your smartphone. All of this may sound wonderful, but there are pros and cons.Is it safe?Some manufacturers, as well as UL (Underwriters Laboratory) have expressed views on limiting remote capabilities for certain products. For example, should a remote app for ovens allow consumers to put their ovens through a self-clean cycle while nobody is home? Even remotely operating a cooking appliance of any sort has some consumers wary. One manufacturer has a remote app that can be set to operate only by Bluetooth which gives the homeowner complete use of remotely operating the appliance only within the house.How much is the premium for Smart Appliances?The first refrigerator with a TV built into the door launched over a decade ago and retailed close to $10,000. It really had little functionality, and failed miserably. Today, Samsung has a Family Hub refrigerator with a 21" tall wi-fi enabled full-featured communications center in the door and cameras inside that can be viewed remotely eg. from the grocery store with the Samsung app. The Samsung Family Hub refrigerator retails for $5800.

New French Door Refrigerator From Jenn-AirUAKC has great selection of Jenn-Air AppliancesJenn-Air has been a leader in French Door Refrigerators since they introduced the industry's first counter-depth refrigerator decades ago. Now, they've launched this exclusive smart French Door Refrigerator with state-of-the-art technology including wi-fi connectivity. Add to this, Jenn-Air's famous cooking products, Jenn-Air's other U.S. made refrigerators, wine cellars, and ice-makers and you've got the very best in super-premium and luxury appliances for the kitchen.Here are the features and specifications of this amazing new state-of-the-art refrigerator:72” Counter-Depth French Door Refrigerator with Obsidian InteriorEuro-Style Stainless HandleModel: JFFCC72EFS(also available with Pro-Style handle)This freestanding refrigerator is a premium expression of design and performance. It features our industry-exclusive Obsidian interior and WiFi connectivity through an app for iOS and Android devices. And the Twin Fresh™ Climate Control System delivers premium temperature management with additional features like a Pure Freeze™ mode which can maintain a -6°F freezer temperature.Features: Obsidian Interior WiFi Connectivity Twin Fresh™ Climate Control System Pure Freeze™ Mode Interior LED Theater Lighting 72-Inch Height Adjustable Door Bins with Metal Accents Adjustable, Clear Glass Shelves Automatic Ice Maker Counter Depth Design Electronic Temperature-Controlled Pantry Drawer Energy Saver Favorite Fill Fold-Away Glass Shelf FreshFlow™ Air Filter Gallon Door Storage Bins Glide-Out Freezer Drawer with Premium Glide System Herb Tender™ Container Humidiseal™ Crisper Drawers In-Door-Ice Storage Bin Integrated Electronic Controls with LED Display Integrated Cubed/Crushed Ice and Water Dispenser Max Cool Max Ice Measured Fill Pull-Out Platter Removable EveryDrop™ Filter by Whirlpool Water Sabbath Mode Soft,

What is a Smart Appliance?When the first oven that had a temperature control on its oven came out, I'm sure that it was called a smart oven. Similarly, the first refrigerator that defrosted itself, was considered a smart refrigerator. But imagine this: You're baking cookies, and the oven reaches 350 degrees. You hate it when the kitchen heats up, but what can you do? Your new Jenn-Air® wall oven with Nest connectivity, will communicate with the furnace to drop the temperature a few degrees to compensate for that extra heat from your oven.Now, that's a smart appliance. It's just one of the many connectivity features available in appliances these days. There are a host of new appliances with smart features from top brands now available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.Smart Jenn-Air Appliances at UAKCWe're only touching on one brand here, but the professionals at UAKC receive regular updates from the appliance manufacturers and can give you the direction you need to make your own smart decisions on today's smart appliances. Here's a brief introduction to the new connected wall ovens from Jenn-Air:More and more appliance buyers are enjoying the incredible conveniences and luxuries that smart homes and products like the Nest Learning Thermostat add to their lifestyle. They love the way Nest already connects their home to security devices and cameras, and they'll love the idea of Nest working in the kitchen too.Larger than before, this new Jenn-Air® single wall oven offers 5.0 cubic feet of oven capacity and

New French-Door OvensFrench-Door ovens for the home have been in various stages of planning for the past 10 to 15 years. They've existed in commercial kitchens for some time, and features from commercial appliances often migrate to the home appliance category. So, it was no surprise to see Viking and GE Monogram introduce French-Door wall ovens last year.Among other high end specialty cooking brands both BlueStar and American Range have introduced French-Door wall ovens. Today, we're going to showcase the latest offering in this category: GE Café's new French-Door wall ovenWe've written about the GE Monogram French-Door wall oven before (New GE Monogram Oven). GE is now also introducing a French-Door wall oven in its Café appliance line. Here are the key features of the new GE Café French-Door wall oven:Self-Clean with Steam-Clean optionYou are probably used to having a self-clean oven so you may be surprised to learn that most of GE's competitors in this category do not offer a self-clean oven even at a much higher price than GE Café. On top of the self-clean feature you can save time and save energy by using GE's Steam Clean feature.True European Convection with Direct AirThere are different types of convection. This GE oven delivers True European Convection which includes a rear convection fan surrounded by an additional convection heating element. The Direct Air feature adds heated air distribution from the top of the oven for the best in even heat, a GE exclusive.Wi-Fi ConnectWith Wi-Fi Connect users can remotely

New Appliances and Plumbing from IBS Coming Soon to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center The 2013 IBS - International Builder Show was held in Las Vegas on Jan. 21-24. Over 60,000 builders and trade related customers attended. Here are a few of the new appliance and plumbing items that were shown at this annual expo. Some are available today at UAKC, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. The rest will be arriving within a few months. GE Appliances GE showed their new appliance finish - Slate. Slate is a subdued, more economical alternative to Stainless Steel. The appliance collection features polished stainless handles and accents, but a flat finish that will look great in just about any kitchen. Within a few months, GE will launch a new look in its successful Profile appliance line-up. Here is an sneak peak of an exciting new Wi-Fi Enabled Profile Wall Oven. The lighted red line on the photo below vanishes as the oven timer counts down, giving the cook a strong visual indication from across the room of how much time is left. The appliance can be operated from a wi-fi enabled iPhone or Android device, and features a unique convection system with a fan that surrounds the food with preheated air even from the top. GE's new twin evaporator Profile French Door Refrigerator has an all new dispenser system that even dispenses HOT water - great for soups or hot tea. Kohler Plumbing Not to be outdone by their appliance friends, Kohler introduced