Dishwasher malfunctions can look intimidating, but they don’t have to be. Many of the common problems resolve with minor repairs that you can do yourself using simple tools. Here are some common problems and basic solutions that will save you a call to the repairman. Before doing any repairs …
A Squeaky-Clean Oven
Few of us look forward to cleaning our ovens. Yet, we want them clean and shiny, and free of crusted food and grease. This chore doesn’t have to be overwhelming if we perform regular light maintenance and periodic deeper cleanings with the right tools. It’s an easier task to clean up oven spills …
Six Delicious Brazilian Barbecue Side Dishes
Barbecues are undoubtedly one of the all-time great inventions. What could be better than a delicious meal cooked on an open flame? Why not do something different and try a Brazilian style barbecue? Coming just behind the United States, Brazil is the second-biggest supplier of beef in the world. …
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Keep Your Stovetop Looking Like New
With our busy lives, it’s a challenge sometimes to find time to cook dinner, let alone do the cleanup. Yet, even if you only cook a few times a week, food and oil residue builds up on your stovetop. And it only takes one overflowing pot to make a mess that’s hard to remove. Although not always …
Oh, No! A Stove Fire!
Would you know what to do if a fire broke out on your stovetop? For most people, the answer is “no”, which is probably why cooking fires are the leading cause of house fires in the United States. And although very common, stovetop cooking fires are quite preventable. Causes of Stove Fires …
5 Must-Have Small Appliances for Your Kitchen
There’s no question that small kitchen appliances save us time and effort every day. Everyone has their own “essential” list, based on how often they use those appliances, and how important they are to one’s lifestyle. Here are some small appliances that just might make your essential list. …
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5 Reasons to Use White Vinegar in the Wash
Laundry soap, softener, bleach, laundry soaks, stain removers. There are so many options that it can be hard to choose the right one and, even worse, it can get pricey. One of the all-time best laundry products is plain old white vinegar. Vinegar is renowned for use in cleaning almost …
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How to Properly Clean Your Lint Trap
Learning to clean your dryer’s lint trap properly will keep your dryer running at peak performance and prolong its life. After every load you should remove excess lint from the trap by hand. And every month you should also be checking the screen to make sure the holes aren’t clogged with residue …
Simple Stove Repair Tips
Many stove repairs are best left to a professional. However, there are some easy fixes you can do yourself. Here are some simple stove repair tips. Electric Stove Burner Won’t Heat Up When one of the burners on your electric stove won’t heat up, the problem could be a bad burner, a bad connection …
Different Oven Models-Which Type Would Suit You Best?
The oven is one of the mainstays of today’s modern kitchen. Merriam-Webster defines an oven as “a chamber used for heating, baking, or drying”. We often use the terms “stove” and “range” when referring to an oven, but they actually refer to two different things. A “stove” (also called “cooktop”) is …
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