6 of the world’s most absurdly useless kitchen appliances

September 25th, 2012 by

Too little clutter in your life? Acres of unutilised kitchen bench space? Surrounded by a surplus of empty shelves? Suffer no more! Here are some appliances that you're guaranteed to use only once before leaving them to gather dust and spiders in the cupboard before they inevitably fall on top of you while you're searching for the Christmas decorations, bruising your toes and dashing any hopes you ... Read more

More weird and wacky toasters

September 25th, 2012 by

In the tradition of our previous blog, "Ten terrific toasters in weird and wacky designs", we're taking another look across the web for more innovations in the strange and unusual world of breakfast bread preparation. While Appliances Online does stock a variety of great-looking toasters, unfortunately we aren't able to offer you any of the following products.  Many of them are concept designs or custom-built inventions that ... Read more

Summer lovin’: Samsung offers new Wi-Fi enabled air conditioners

September 24th, 2012 by

With a large high pressure system making its way over the country last weekend, most states got a taste of the glorious weather we can expect to see this summer. Sunshine stretched from Sydney to Darwin, and Australian households were forced to start thinking about how they are going to keep cool in the coming months. But the high temperatures were only a taster, with the mercury set ... Read more

Why the ‘Women’s Weekly Children’s Birthday Cake Book’ is the best cookbook ever written

September 21st, 2012 by

Without a doubt, in my opinion the best cookbook ever written is the Women’s Weekly Children’s Birthday Cake Book: Containing such genius creations as The Pool Cake: and The Train Cake: This particular cake is so great, it has even inspired a song! Apart from the fact this book combines two of my favourite things (cake and kitsch), it's a classic for a number of reasons: All the recipes work Sounds like ... Read more

What you might find if you actually read the laundry instructions…

September 17th, 2012 by

Today at Appliances Online we ask the question: who actually takes the time to read fabric care instructions? I know I don't. Which is why all my clothes are black – thus negating the need for time-consuming colour separation. Anyway, black is the new black – haven't you heard? (Another solution is to simply avoid washing your clothes altogether, but that does however come with the downsides of smelling ... Read more

Reducing stress in the kitchen

September 17th, 2012 by

We’ve talked about spring cleaning your home to improve your everyday routine.  We’ve talked about spring cleaning your body through healthy eating and drinking. Now what about spring cleaning your mind?  How can your kitchen and its appliances help you manage your stress levels? Order your thoughts through cooking We often stress and generally freak out when life spirals out of control in way we don’t expect.  Fortunately, in ... Read more

Snakes… on a dishwasher?

September 14th, 2012 by

What do you do when you order a new kitchen appliance, and it comes delivered with potentially deadly reptile, absolutely free? This unlikely scenario actually happened to an unlucky individual in the United States. According to Business Insider, California resident Jessica Hasson had a dishwasher delivered to her house from a major US retailer.  She noticed it was missing a few key components and was on the phone ... Read more

Replacement part required for two Fisher & Paykel fridge models

September 12th, 2012 by

Fisher & Paykel has issued a product recall on a number of its older refrigerators, initiating a "precautionary part replacement" on an electrical connection in the freezer compartment. Fridge models E522B and RF610A purchased between 2006 and 2007 will need the replacement part fitted. The affected serial numbers start with the following letters:  LFQ LHQ LIQ LSQ RAQ REQ RHQ RKQ RLQ RPQ RRQ RUQ RYQ   According to the brand's vice president of corporate planning and investor relations Matt Orr, Fisher & ... Read more

Spring clean your beverages

September 11th, 2012 by

Spring cleaning doesn't have to stop at tidying up around the home - your body often needs an overhaul following the long winter months. That sluggish feeling after eating lots of comfort food and not keeping your fluids up because of the cooler weather can leave you feeling tired and cranky come summer. But while the warmer weather can leave you feeling thirsty again, are you reaching for ... Read more

Spring cleaning: New ways to clean your floor

September 7th, 2012 by

Keeping floors clean and tidy is not an easy job, and often at the bottom of spring cleaning to-do lists. But don't let the thought of lugging a heavy vacuum cleaner behind you as you move from room to room deter you from being able to enjoy dust-free domestic bliss - there are a number of new technologies included in cleaning appliances to help you make light ... Read more

Spring cleaning: Three kitchen jobs you’re putting off

September 6th, 2012 by

September is here, which means that spring has sprung and it's time to tackle those pesky cleaning jobs that you've ignored all winter (or maybe even longer). There is no denying the feeling that takes hold of many households this time of the year, but perhaps it might be time to channel your efforts into one of the most popular areas of the house - the kitchen. It ... Read more

3 great Spring Cleaning solutions – from Vax!

September 5th, 2012 by

Thank god Spring is finally here. That means: sunshine, good times, and, er, Spring Cleaning. Well, maybe cleaning isn’t quite at the top of your priorities (you position it further down that list, somewhere a little higher than sticking red hot needles under your skin or, say, listening to the recorded output of Celine Dion). But here’s some good news: Appliances Online has a range of products that ... Read more

IFA news: Sharp focuses on making life in the kitchen simpler

September 5th, 2012 by

While appliance brand Sharp has plenty to offer TV and AV fans, those looking to update their kitchen haven't missed out either. Sharp announced four new fridge models - as well as 10 new microwave ovens - at the 2012 IFA tradeshow in Berlin last week, focusing on the latest styles and innovative design. The brand has added three new multi-door models to its range - the top ... Read more

IFA trends: smart design, easier living and energy efficiency

September 3rd, 2012 by

There’s a reason international technology conventions are growing – the appetite for new home appliances is hungrier than ever. Whether it be products for cooking, cleaning, washing or comfort, the ranges are increasing in scale and results. With such interest, shows like IFA 2012, in Berlin, are crammed with the latest designs and innovations to fill your home. In a vast complex of exhibition halls, leading brands from across ... Read more

Largest IFA event showcases innovative home appliances range

September 1st, 2012 by

The World’s “largest and most important” trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances is taking place in Berlin this weekend. IFA 2012 features hundreds of global brands displaying new technology and innovative products for the consumer market. Much of the talk is about latest trends and designs as the industry prepares itself for the rush of Christmas sales. Organisers hope the event will be a “resounding success” by ... Read more