June 20th, 2015
Whether you're listening to a new album or the soundtrack of your favourite movie or TV show, it'll always sound better on an amazing audio system. source: regan76 on Flickr But if you want to not only hear the sound from your speakers, but feel its rumble in your bones, then you'll need an audio system featuring one or more subwoofers to really bring home the bass. Do I ... Read more
June 19th, 2015
Whether served as a meal on their own, or used as a key ingredient in a recipe, eggs are a staple of both professional and home kitchens. It’s often worthwhile to keep a few of these nutrient-filled packages handy in your fridge due to their amazing versatility. Here are our quick tips for some of the best ways to prepare and serve eggs, whether you’re feeding yourself or ... Read more
June 18th, 2015
Research from the UK has revealed the appliances most likely to catch fire. According to data gathered by consumer watchdog Which?, washing machines, tumble dryers, and dishwashers were the biggest cause of domestic blaze. The figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request showed nearly 12,000 fires were caused by faulty home products in the UK between 2011 and March 2014. Of those, 14% were started by washing machines, ... Read more
June 17th, 2015
Picture this: You’re settling in for a lazy evening at home. You’ve ordered some takeaway, got a few relaxing drinks standing by, and tossed some extra-comfortable cushions onto your couch in preparation for a prolonged sitting session. Only one thing is missing… Where’s the TV remote? You swear you had it just a second ago. The TV is on, its volume still turned obnoxiously loud from the other ... Read more
June 16th, 2015
[caption id="attachment_32551" align="alignright" width="300"] Image by Braedon Good[/caption] This sweet treat has been a long time favourite of mine, and been a specialty of my mum's for longer than I've been alive. It’s made of three simple to make layers and combines to create a delicious classic that will satisfy everyone's tastebuds. Serve with a cup of tea of coffee for the perfect afternoon tea combination. Ingredients: Biscuit Layer 125g Melted Margarine 1/2 ... Read more
June 15th, 2015
A fridge is a long-term investment, so you’ll want to make sure you choose the best model to suit your kitchen, your home, and your family's needs. The two most popular fridge designs are the top mount fridge (with the freezer on top of the fridge) and the bottom mount fridge (with the fridge on top of the freezer). While these two fridge designs are fairly similar in ... Read more
June 14th, 2015
Are you a full-time student? Or perhaps, a busy working mum? If so, allow us to explain how your microwave is actually your best friend. The microwave is often labelled as simply a source for reheating leftovers. However, it can also be used to create quick, delicious dishes from scratch - for any time of the day. If hunger is hammering on your stomach after a long day at ... Read more
June 13th, 2015
Appliances Online recently expanded into the consumer electronics market, giving our customers the confidence of a one stop shop for home appliances, audio visual and personal electronic devices, such as digital Cameras, mobile phones, and headphones. Our buying team has been working hard on securing accounts with the best-of-the-best in terms of audio companies so we can bring you premium quality electronics at competitive prices. And one of ... Read more
June 12th, 2015
So you went with the stainless steel finish in your kitchen to capture a modern-industrial look, but the years of use have left their smeary mark across the appliances…? It's a common problem, and many methods and applications requiring elbow grease seem to smudge rather than clean. Luckily then, a bloke (or more accurately a franchise set-up) by the name of Mr. Appliance is on hand to guide ... Read more
June 11th, 2015
Over the years we've learned of a staggering array of strange and unusual cooking techniques, ranging from sausages in the kettle to fish in the dishwasher. Some of these techniques are born out of necessity, while others are the result of experimentation worthy of a mad scientist. Today's we're looking at another unusual cooking method - can you use your cooktop for baking? Why not just use the oven? Many ... Read more
June 10th, 2015
Pioneering cyclonic vacuum brand Dyson has top scored in the latest satisfaction survey conducted by Canstar Blue. The English manufacturer recorded five stars across four rating categories, including ease of use, effectiveness of clean, and size. A statement from Canstar said Dyson was "some way ahead" of the other brands they rated, which included Miele, Electrolux, Vax and Volta. It added: "With 46% of the Australians we surveyed having ... Read more
June 9th, 2015
Over the weekend, the Appliances Online team learned of something pretty amazing that recently arrived at a technology show in Japan. Appliance manufacturer Haier, known in Australia for their simple and affordable fridges, freezers, washers and dryers, revealed something a bit out of the ordinary on 2 June – a life-sized remote-controlled replica of R2-D2™, the legendary (if largely unintelligible) Star Wars™ character, complete with movable head, ... Read more
June 8th, 2015
At Appliances Online, we love offering a huge range of brand new products for customers to play with in their home. But even with the upmost care and attention, appliances can fall foul of general wear and tear over the years. No matter the price range, every product has finite usage, especially if you want to maintain the best working energy efficiency and functionality. There are obviously those items ... Read more
June 6th, 2015
Mason jars have been used for jams and pickled foods for years. But thanks to social media, and the overwhelming number of people turning to more healthier ways of eating, they are now used as ‘meals on the go’ containers - which we think are ten times trendier than plastic takeaway containers and paper bags. Not only does food look more appetising stacked in a jar, the jars ... Read more
June 5th, 2015
On the way to work the Appliances Online head office this morning, a member of our legendary team grabbed this screenshot from his phone from the time capsule app, Timehop: That’s adorable! But is it accurate? Let's find out... The Mighty Thor No, it's not Chris Hemsworth - it's an antique washing machine. A quick bit of research on the interwebs told us that the 1907 date provide by Timehop ... Read more
