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Look for deals at a warehouse
outlet or wait for annual sales. We
strongly advise against buying
used appliances from individuals
on sources like Craigslist, which
don’t provide warranties and can
leave you with broken items.App liances
You will fi nd a wide range of appliances on the market. Before you
start your research, consider these elements.
- SIZE. Measure the space you have for your oven, dishwasher and
refrigerator. This will help you narrow down your options. If you’re
building from scratch, decide on the maximum dimensions you
want in the space. - FINISH. Knowing the fi nish you want will also help you narrow
down your choices. If you want your refrigerator to blend with your
white cabinets, choose a white fi nish. If you want contrast, choose
stainless steel or a colored fi nish. Keep in mind that stainless steel
is diffi cult to keep clean, especially if you have little ones with
smudgy fi ngers. - RELIABILITY. Research both the appliance companies and
their individual products. What is the company’s warranty? Do
they have reliable service? What do other customers think about
the product, even after several years? More expensive appliances
aren’t necessarily more reliable. In fact, the opposite is often true,
especially for refrigerators. The more computers and motors an
applian ce has, the more components are available to break.