Amana is well-known in the appliance industry and carries a reputation for making quality products. Now a subsidiary of Whirlpool Corporation, the Amana name still carries on with the reputation for making great products at affordable prices. Amana is truly a value brand. If you are shopping for a new refrigerator and considering a side by side, Amana is definitely worth a good look. You will be surprised at what you get in features and styling for the price that you will pay.

Although Amana offers a limited line of products with only a few models in each category, they offer exceptional value in each of their products. Let's take a look at the Amana side by side refrigerator lineup and see if one of these models might be right for you.

If you're researching a kitchen remodel, replacing an old stove with dimensions that aren't common today, or are dealing with various other factors, stove sizes might be on your mind. Today the typical range dimensions are relatively standard and are classified by their widths, but if you're concerned about height and depth as well, you'll find some variation. We'll go over the major stove sizes available and the typical dimensions of each, plus other factors to consider.

For more help in researching a new range, check out our range buying guide!

When you are out shopping for a new range for your kitchen, a big question to consider is whether you need convection or not. If you decide you want convection, you'll then need to choose one of the three styles of convection ranges available on the market. In this article, we take a close look at convection and explain the differences between fan convection (regular convection), true European convection, and dual convection. Let's take a closer look at the convection oven vs conventional oven debate!

Appliances have come a long way since then and somewhere between the end of World War II and Elvis taking the world by storm, the dishwasher became a ubiquitous staple item of American kitchens. Frigidaire eventually jumped on board and added the dishwasher to their lineup of quality products, and now, after a century in the appliance business, they have a full line of dishwashers, each with unique features and capabilities suited to different consumer needs.

In this article, we’re going to examine four Frigidaire dishwasher models, ranging from a basic economical model to the higher end professional model. When it comes to price, keep in mind that package deals and holiday sales can cut 20% or even 40% off of the retail price! If you are researching new dishwashers, don't overlook Frigidaire.

Samsung was an early adopter of black stainless steel in 2015-2016 and now they're offering another new finish: Tuscan Stainless Steel. If you want to learn more about this new finish, you're in the right place!

There has been a lot of new washing machine technology introduced in the last decade that improves performance and efficiency. Embracing this new technology can benefit the consumer in many ways. As you begin researching new washing machines, you'll want to learn more about some of the new features available. (Side note: Check out our washing machine buying guide for even more helpful information!)        

Whether you choose the $499 washer or the $1,299 washer, you will benefit from some of this new technology. There are many different products with many different feature packages for you to choose from. You will have to decide for yourself which features your family will benefit from the most.

There are many options and features to consider while researching a new dryer. If you are looking for drying accuracy, LG Sensor Dry may be worth considering when you purchase your next dryer. We'll go over sensor drying and review a top-seller from LG with this technology!

Many of us grew up in a household with a coil top electric range or remember our grandparents having one. With the advent of smooth top ranges, these have become less and less popular (check out our article comparing smoothtop vs coil top ranges to learn more). However, these ranges are still the perfect fit for many buyers!

Coil top electric ranges are extremely durable and easier to maintain due to the “Plug and Play” design of the elements. Coil elements simply plug into a receptacle under the main top and rest in the drip bowl, making replacement a breeze if the element is damaged or worn out.  

With high-quality manufacturing and cutting-edge technology, Samsung is leading the pack as a relatively new entrant into the appliance industry (along with competitor LG). Samsung is newer to the US market but has begun to expand from refrigeration and laundry into dishwashers and has some great innovations. 

If you're looking for smart appliances with innovative features and technologies, Samsung is definitely a brand you should consider, along with LG - check out our LG dishwasher reviews to compare the two brands! 

Before we dig into the Samsung dishwasher review below, we'll outline what Samsung dishwashers have to offer.

Downdraft ranges used to be a popular option for kitchen islands and peninsulas, but they have become less popular over the years so there are few options today. Downdraft ranges are different from traditional ranges in that they don't need separate ventilation above the stovetop. Instead, they have the ventilation mechanism built right into the range itself. This eliminates the need for an over the range microwave or vent hood to provide separate ventilation. Overall, downdraft vents are not as effective as overhead ventilation, so if you do a lot of cooking, especially with high heat, we don't recommend them. 

If you are replacing a downdraft range, you might not be sure what your options are. We'll go over the downdraft ranges on the market today and offer some alternatives as well!