June 15th, 2012
Is your oven disgusting? Here's a suggestion: clean it. "But oven cleaning products are scary!" No argument here: most oven cleaning solutions you'll find in the supermarket contain nasty chemicals that are (potentially) bad for your health, and bad for the environment too. And when you think about it, do you really want to put nasty chemicals into the place where you cook your food? Personally, I prefer my pavlova without ... Read more
June 15th, 2012
Urban legends don't always stand up to scrutiny, but as Mythbusters has discovered, some can surprise you by turning out to have a grain of truth at their core. We’ve had a go at busting myths on this blog before, but some myths are best left to the professionals, especially when they involve big, heavy, and valuable appliances. Here are some appliance-related myths that the team from Mythbusters ... Read more
June 14th, 2012
We're going to talk about appliances for Lefties. By "Lefties", I'm not talking about anyone's political leanings, but rather something far more sinister... Left-handed people. Geddit? "Sinister"? Latin for "left"? *crickets chirp* Ahem. Studies show that as human beings tend to be naturally co-operative creatures (outside of politics), most of us use our right hands in an unconscious effort to fit in and support our fellow homo sapiens. It is ... Read more
June 13th, 2012
All around Australia, cooks and chefs have been getting steamy in the kitchen with the latest appliance trend to hit our shores: the steam oven. Already popular in Europe, steam ovens make it possible to cook delicious food that's much healthier because it doesn't need to be drenched in oil. Additionally, steam cooking is proven to retain more vital nutrients and minerals than boiling or microwaving. Steam ... Read more
June 13th, 2012
The new range of fridges from Panasonic will feature new technologies aimed at keeping food fresher for longer, increasing energy efficiency and will have a robust yet pleasing appearance. Due to be released to the Australian market in June, the fridges will be available in three sizes: 554 litres, 465 litres and 421 litres, in stainless steel or white. "Our new range of refrigerators combines three key elements: freshness ... Read more
June 13th, 2012
Cooking is all about timing. Soft boiled eggs, past al dente, souffles and pavs all require precise timing. Now, thanks to the fellas at ThinkGeek there is a new kitchen timing device called the Safe Kitchen Timer, which comes in the shape of a combination-style safe lock. It's magnetic and can be popped onto the fridge, for example, as a back-up timer when cooking in the kitchen. The 3.5-inch clock ... Read more
June 13th, 2012
In the hope of boosting construction and the NSW housing market, the lovely Mike Baird in his new state budget has opened up an extra $8,000 for new home owners on new homes only, offering a total first home buyer grant of $15,000. But it's a case of double or nothing. The flip side is that anyone buying an existing house lucks out as the $7,000 first home buyer grant, ... Read more
June 12th, 2012
Cooktop not so hot? Sink on the brink? Oven need some lovin'? If your kitchen's looking less than bitchin', it might be time to update your appliances. You'd be amazed what a difference it can make to the look and feel of your kitchen, and it needn't cost the earth either – especially now that the End of Financial Year Sales are on. But what's hot right now? ... Read more
June 12th, 2012
Three natural and affordable ingredients will keep the house sparkling clean. Before the days of heavy duty vacuum cleaners and turbo charged chemical cleaners the house was just as spick and span as it is today, says my 93 year old Nana. She would know too, having pretty much witnessed the birth of every modern day appliance and cleaner. Without vacuums a bit of extra elbow grease with ... Read more
June 12th, 2012
It's sale season at Appliances Online – grab a bargain while it's hot! ALL product categories are reduced, with savings of up to 40% off the RRP: Coffee machines: 25% off RRP Cooktops: 45% off RRP Dishwashers: 35% off RRP Fridges: 35% off RRP Microwaves: 35% off RRP Ovens: 30% off RRP Small appliances: 40% off RRP Vacuums: 35% off RRP Washing machines: 40% off RRP Hurry, while stocks ... Read more
June 11th, 2012
Nothing beats a hands on experience, especially when it comes to food and cooking. That's why Fisher & Paykel has opened its first WA showroom in Subiaco. The NZ appliance maker is no stranger to having the public test out its range of products. Already with showrooms in other states in Australia as well as having decked out the Sydney Seafood School, Fisher & Paykel will now be ... Read more
June 11th, 2012
Cheap As Chips hot water bottles have been recalled due to serious safety issues. The 2-litre hot water bottles by discount variety store Cheap As Chips have been recalled by the nation's official consumer watchdog, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). According to the recall notice, the PJ436 hot water bottle may burst if it is over filled or filled with boiling water, and may cause "severe ... Read more
June 11th, 2012
So much for the emerging Chinese military threat. One of the home's most humble appliances has been discovered to be the cause of a blaze aboard a nuclear submarine in the US, causing damages of over $400 million and injuring seven people. The fire was caused by an unplugged vacuum cleaner that sucked up a "heat source" and caused other dirt and refuse within the vacuum's catchment to ... Read more
June 8th, 2012
This morning I ate cake for breakfast, and it was delicious. 'And how is morbid obesity working out for you?' you may be (snidely) asking. To which I respond (with as much dignity as one can whilst removing sprinkles from one's cleavage), cake is the breakfast of diet champions, haven't you heard? Questioning what place cake has in a balanced diet is like questioning what place art has ... Read more
June 8th, 2012
Are you having trouble breathing easily in your home? Asthma playing up? Air in your kitchen not smelling so great? Your gas cooktop could be the culprit. A recent study from the University of Sheffield has found that homes using gas cooktops can contain three times as much nitrogen dioxide as what's found in the air in city centre hotspot, or in the air from alongside busy highways. Warning: ... Read more
