|
 |
Freezing Efficiently
To avoid rasing the temperature of a freezer, freeze no more than one-tenth of the appliance's capacity of food at one time. ... |
|
|
Frost Buildup
Regularly defrost manual-defrost refrigerators and freezers; frost buildup increases the amount of energy needed to keep the ... |
|
|
Hanging Kitchen Cabinets
Here are some things to think about when you're hanging your kitchen cabinets. Start by hanging the upper cabinets first so ... |
|
|
Hardwood Floor Care
The first step in keeping your hardwood floors in top shape is to keep grit off them. Use dirt-trapping, walk-off mats at all ... |
|
|
Heat vs. Air-Drying
Look for a dishwasher that allows you to choose between heat-drying and air-drying. Heath-drying elements draw considerable ... |
|
|
Hire a Kitchen Pro
Professional kitchen designers can help you maximize your new kitchen's functionality. Design pros can help you select ... |
|
|
Inspecting Gas Vents
When inspecting a new or potential new home, make sure that any of the gas equipment needing ventilation—heaters, dryers, hot ... |
|
|
Kitchen Budget
Keep on budget by using luxury material sparingly. Reserve the island for an expensive granite countertop, for example, while ... |
|
|
Kitchen Future
If you are like most of us and not getting any younger, consider adding features to your kitchen that will ease the transition ... |
|
|
Kitchen Layout
In kitchens with one primary chef, a U-shaped kitchen that keeps stovetop and sink in close proximity is often best. ... |
|
|
Kitchen Traffic
Arrange appliances so foot traffic does not interfere with the cook's work. Keep the refrigerator accessible to kids while ... |
|
|
Laminate Countertop Repair
Laminate countertops can be repaired and resurfaced at a fraction of the cost of replacement. The cracks and burns are ... |
|
|
Leaky Faucets
Repair leaky faucets promptly; a leaky faucet wastes gallons of water in a short period. |
|
|
Low-Flow Aerators
Add low-flow aerators to threaded faucets in sinks. These inexpensive devices reduce flow rates while maintaining enough force ... |
|
|
Microwave Savings
Whenever possible, use your microwave instead of the oven. Microwaves use less than half the power of a conventional oven and ... |
|
|
Moisture Control
Look for a refrigerator with automatic moisture control. Models with this feature have been engineered to prevent moisture ... |
|
|
No Rinse Plates
Scrape, don't rinse, off large food pieces and bones. Soaking or prewashing is generally only recommended in cases of ... |
|
|
On Demand Hot Water
On demand electric water heaters are installed under a kitchen or bathroom sink to provide instant hot water only when needed. ... |
|
|
Plug Precautions
When working near a sink or bathtub always put the plug in. This will prevent any dropped screws from entering the hole. |
|
|
Refrigerator Choices
Refrigerators with the freezer on top are more efficient than those with freezers on the side.
|
