If you are looking for an appliance for your home or apartment that offers value and quality, the Hotpoint brand may be just what you are looking for. 

Hotpoint, established in 1919, is one of the oldest names in the appliance industry. They have a history of making innovative appliances at affordable prices. They have been a value line produced by GE for many years, offering a limited line of products with a few in each category, mostly in white. 

Hotpoint is a great source for smaller apartment sized ranges in the 20" and 24" wide category, but in this article, we'll explore what Hotpoint has to offer in full size 30" ranges. Let's dig in!

The bottom freezer refrigerator is one of the best appliance styling innovations of the century! Okay, maybe we're a little over-excited about not needing to bend over to access the refrigerator cavity, but the convenience of the bottom freezer style is what has made it so popular!

Researching a new refrigerator can be an easy process if you know the right questions to ask. One of the most important questions is, how large of a refrigerator do you want? Equally important is the question of whether that refrigerator will fit in the space you have in your kitchen. So the issue of refrigerator sizes is about both capacity and the external dimensions. In this article, we'll go over both! We'll help you decide what capacity you need and figure out the external dimensions to suit your space. We'll also discuss how different types of refrigerators have different external dimensions and capacity ranges.

We'll start with cubic footage, then move onto dimensions and the size ranges for different fridge types.

The internet-connected smart home has become a new target for innovation in the appliance industry. There's the Samsung Family Hub refrigerator, LG's Smart Thinq and Smart Grid, Whirlpool connected appliances, and now GE is stepping into the game with the GE Kitchen Hub, slated to launch in May 2019. GE reinvented the over-the-range area once before with the over-the-range microwave, and now they're at it again with the GE Kitchen Hub.

What is the GE Kitchen Hub, and how does it compare to other smart home "hub" technologies? Is it a good option for your home? We'll explore GE's innovation and tell you everything you need to know about this new feature!

What is an inverter microwave? Who makes them? Should you get one? We've got answers!

First, we'll answer a question with a question: Do you know how the typical microwave's defrost or low power settings work? Maybe you have a 1,000 watt microwave and can set it to 50% power to defrost something. However, a typical microwave with a magnetron can't actually operate at less than 100% power. So it will cycle on and off, intermittently cooking at 100% power then 0% power. This is not ideal for items that need to be cooked on low power in a moist environment and is part of the reason why defrosting takes so long and often results in cooked edges.

If you are looking to replace an older gas range with open burners, you may want to consider a new model with sealed burners. Sealed burners have become more and more common for household ranges, but there are still a few reasons why people prefer open burners. If you're wondering about the difference between an open burner vs a sealed burner, we'll explore this in-depth below to help you decide on the right option for your needs.

(And if you're looking for more information on buying a new gas range, check out our range buying guide!)

In 2017, Weber introduced a revolutionary upgrade to their Genesis II series of grills known as the Weber GS4 Grilling System. The GS4 System was rolled out as part of a larger line overhaul that radically redesigned both the Spirit and Genesis series of gas grills. Open cart models were introduced in both lines, dramatically changing the aesthetics of many models. However, the Weber GS4 Grilling System offers a lot more than just a change in design aesthetic. 

Weber is an industry leader in gas grills and they offer a complete lineup of grills to meet every budget. Weber's GS4 system is just one of many outstanding features offered in Weber grills. In 2019, they've focused on updating their Genesis II line, but the GS4 grilling system is here to stay and is still ahead of the pack if you're looking for a reliable, durable grill. To learn more about Weber's model lineup, read our full article, Weber Gas Grills - Everything You Need To Know.

Weber Flavorizer Bars are one of the most important features of a Weber grill. Flavorizer bars are tent-shaped pieces of metal (stainless steel or porcelain enamel, depending on the grill model) that sit below the grilling grates and above the burners on your Weber grill. They serve several important functions including protecting and extending the life of your grill's burners and enhancing the flavor of your grilled foods!

When you are looking for your next Weber grill, there are lots of features and options to consider with the different Weber models available. One of the most visually obvious choices is whether you want stainless steel cooking or cast iron grill grates on your main grilling surface. There are pros and cons for both options and it might come down to a matter of personal preference. 

When remodeling your kitchen or designing a new home, you will have many choices to make pertaining to the type and style of appliances that you will buy. A lot will depend on how you or your kitchen designer lays out the cabinet design and where each appliance is located in the plan. Your main cooking appliance is also the centerpiece of your kitchen: the range.