Use the following list as a guide when selecting appliances for your home.
Dishwasher
The Bosch stainless steel dishwasher with concealed controls starts at $800.
www.bosch-home.com/us
The Kenmore Elite stainless steel two drawer dishwasher starts at $1400.
www.kenmore.com
The Kenmore white dishwasher from sears starts at $600.
www.sears.com
Also check out:
www.kitchenaid.com
www.mieleusa.com
Refrigerator
The Kenmore Pro stainless steel refrigerator starts at $2500. It is 27″ deep to give a built-in look at half the price.
www.kenmore.com
The sub-zero 42″ or 48″ refrigerator starts around $6000 and is completely built-in and flush with the surrounding cabinets.
www.subzero.com
The Kenmore white refrigerator with a bottom-freezer starts at $800.
www.sears.com
Also check out:
www.vikingrange.com
www.jennair.com
www.monogram.com
Microwave
A built-in or drawer type microwave keeps the counters free.
Cooktop
How do you like to cook? 4 burner? 6 burner? If you are using a gas cooktop, look for a model with electronic ignition.
Oven
Ovens come in wall mounted or under counter models.
Range
Combine the cooktop and oven into one unit and check out the dual fuel option.
Hood
Make a statement with a stainless steel hood.
www.mieleusa.com
Garbage Disposal
Don’t forget the garbage disposal.
Washer
Front loading washers are more energy efficient and use less water than the top loading models.
Dryer
Stack them or leave them side by side. If you’re using gas, find a model with an electronic ignition.
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