If you are afraid to buy stainless steel appliances because you think that they are difficult to clean, think again. Several major brands have introduced smudge-proof stainless steel appliances. In general, manufacturers may increase the brushing on the stainless steel and add a coating to the surface to make it easy to clean and better at hiding fingerprints and smudges in the first place.

Wondering where to buy Speed Queen washers and dryers?  Speed Queen is a specialty manufacturer of laundry appliances. They produce the most durable and dependable washers and dryers on the market today. Unlike many other appliance brands, Speed Queen appliances are not widely available at Big Box retailers and department stores.

When you're looking to purchase Speed Queen washers and dryers you have two basic options: online retailers and appliance specialty retailers. Let's take a look the options and discuss some pros and cons for each.

Hotpoint appliances are a great option if you are looking for basic, dependable, low-cost products. Hotpoint is a century-old manufacturer of appliances that has its roots in Ontario, California. As of 2019, the American rights to sell Hotpoint appliances are owned by GE Appliances, a division of Chinese manufacturer Haier.

Unlike many other brands which have introduced appliances with advanced technical features and lots of electronics at high prices, Hotpoint has stayed true to their roots, offering basic, user-friendly, no-frills models at great prices. We'll explore some of the options they offer below!

We often hear this question from customers: "When is the best time to buy appliances?" The answer is actually pretty simple - think holidays!  

If you have the luxury of planning your next appliance purchase, you may want to consider looking at appliances during one of the industry's holiday sale periods. But sometimes you just can't wait for a holiday. If your refrigerator is not cooling, or your dryer is dead or you are moving into a new home, you may not have the pleasure of marking your next appliance purchase on your calendar and waiting for a sale. However, if you do have time on your side, consider these holiday periods for the best deals.