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  • The Whirlpool logo on an appliance

    5 Common Problems With Whirlpool Kitchen Appliances

    Whirlpool kitchen appliances are incredibly popular in many households, but here are a few common problems that some customers say they've had with the brand.

    By Cara J Suppa 20 hours ago Read More
  • A store shelf filled with Stanley Quencher Flowstate Tumbler water bottles in a variety of colors

    5 Common Problems With Stanley Water Bottles

    Stanley is one of the most renowned brands in the water bottle industry, but its products aren't without their problems. Here are five issues to know about.

    By Andy Hume 2 days ago Read More
  • a woman in a vintage style kitchen

    10 Retro Kitchen Items Making A Trendy Return

    Vintage, retro, or old school; regardless of how you refer to it, this kitchen aesthetic is making a comeback this year, best exemplified in these items.

    By Sara Kay 2 days ago Read More
  • A hand holds a chicken sandwich in its wrapper.

    How To Reheat A Fast Food Chicken Sandwich So It Tastes Just As Good The Next Day

    Don't settle for a cold, soggy fast food chicken sandwich just because it sat in the fridge overnight. You can easily reheat it to taste brand-new.

    By Cara J Suppa 3 days ago Read More
  • A beef chuck roast sits on a bed of aromatics in a classic crock pot.

    What Using The First-Ever Slow Cooker Was Like

    The first slow cooker hit the shelves in the 1950s, but it really took off in the '70s. As you might imagine, it was quite different from the cooker today.

    By Max Dean 4 days ago Read More
  • A rice cooker filled with freshly cooked rice.

    Why Everyone Should Own A Rice Cooker

    A rice cooker may sound like a one-trick-pony at first glance, but it can do so much more than simply create one style of rice. You can make a whole dinner.

    By Max Dean 5 days ago Read More
  • Keurig machine making coffee.

    Why Keurig's Coffee Pod Inventor Regrets His Creation

    Keurig has no shortage of admirers, but one person who isn't among them is John Sylvan, the man who actually invented the K-Cup — and regrets it.

    By Max Dean 8 days ago Read More
  • A smiling blonde woman stands at a skillet over a kitchen stove in a 1970s-era kitchen

    8 Kitchen Appliance Colors That Dominated The '70s

    The appliances you could get in the '70s were far more colorful than the boring steel, black, and white we see today, with these colors popping the most.

    By Cami Cox 11 days ago Read More
  • Someone holds a Dairy Queen Blizzard.

    How Often Dairy Queen Blizzard Machines Are Cleaned

    The Blizzard is easily one of Dairy Queen's most iconic frozen treats, but have you ever wondered how often those blending machines are actually cleaned?

    By Cara J Suppa 17 days ago Read More
  • A Crock-Pot on display.

    What The Wavy Lines On Your Crock-Pot Actually Mean

    Crock-Pots are pretty easy to use right out of the box. But if you purchased a model with only symbols, you might be wondering what they mean.

    By Cara J Suppa 18 days ago Read More
  • red white and blue Yeti water bottles displayed in a row

    What's The Average Lifespan Of A Yeti Water Bottle?

    Starting at $40 and going up from there, a Yeti water bottle is nothing if not an investment — so it's natural to wonder how long one will actually last you.

    By Cara J Suppa 21 days ago Read More
  • Coffee maker preparing espresso.

    Filtered Vs Tap Water: Which Is Better For Your Coffee Maker And Morning Cup?

    Clearing out old grounds and descaling keep your coffee maker running, but few realize that the water you choose affects both machine performance and flavor.

    By Max Dean 22 days ago Read More
  • close up of a black and silver Keurig machine with logo

    11 Common Coffee Drinker Complaints About Keurig

    Keurig machines are great in some ways, but customers also have a lot of complaints about them. These are some of the most common ones people talk about.

    By Cheyenne Elwell 24 days ago Read More
  • an empty glass blender on a wooden counter with produce, a cutting board, and drinking glass.

    13 Mistakes You Could Be Making With Your Blender

    From overloading the jar to using the wrong speeds, these common blender mistakes could damage your appliance, ruin recipes, and create a mess.

    By Mikayla Marin 24 days ago Read More
  • A home cook cuts vegetables in a 1990s kitchen while talking on the kitchen phone.

    5 Kitchen Appliances From The '90s Superior To Today's Models

    You may have heard of planned obsolescence and think it applies to modern kitchen appliances. We think these from the 90s are better than what you get today.

    By Cami Cox 26 days ago Read More
  • Coffee machine brewing next to capsules.

    Keurig Vs Nespresso Vs Illy: How Do The Coffee Pod Machines Differ?

    From Keurig's simplicity to Nespresso's rich flavors and Illy's versatile pod system, choosing the right espresso machine comes down to a few key factors.

    By Nikita Ephanov 29 days ago Read More
  • Person shopping for an oven at a store.

    Lowe's Vs Best Buy: The Chain With Better Kitchen Appliance Deals

    Lowe's and Best Buy both carry kitchen appliances, but when it comes to kitchen appliance deals, this chain has more reliably available discounts.

    By Nikita Ephanov 29 days ago Read More
  • Items sit on an electric stove.

    Here's The Average Lifespan Of Your Electric Stove

    If you've recently bought a new or used electric stove, you know how much they can cost — and how long you'd like them to last. Here's what you should expect.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
  • A woman pulls open an air fryer.

    How To Tell When You Need A New Air Fryer

    Some newer air fryers come with some pretty incredible features, so it might be time for an upgrade if you're experiencing these issues with your current model.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
  • Person holding air fryer basket in hand.

    5 Common Disadvantages Of Using Your Air Fryer

    Still deciding on whether or not to get an air fryer? While it's undoubtedly a convenience, especially if you want something crispy, there are some downsides.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • A hand plugs in a toaster.

    Is It Bad To Leave A Toaster Plugged In When You're Not Using It?

    Let's be honest, the odds of a toaster fire are luckily pretty low, which raises the question: Is unplugging it after every use actually necessary?

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
  • An open ans fully stocked but organized refrigerator.

    What Sabbath Mode On Your Fridge Means

    You may have noticed that your refrigerator has something called Sabbath mode (your dishwasher may have this too). This is what it means and what it does.

    By Max Dean 1 month ago Read More
  • Stove with smart-handles cooking veg stir-fry

    Inirv: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    The founders of Inirv went on Shark Tank to get funding for their smart stove knob that you can turn off with the push of a button in an app.

    By Sharon Rose 1 month ago Read More
  • A 1970s kitchen with various appliances in New York.

    Every 1970s Home Had This Vintage Kitchen Appliance That Put Oven Ranges To Shame

    Despite the many culinary advancements of the 1970s, no appliance — not even the standard oven range — was ever quite like this kitchen tool.

    By Cara J Suppa 2 months ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart posing at an event

    Martha Stewart Will Probably Never Buy This Kitchen Appliance Again

    Despite owning it for 20 years, Martha Stewart admitted she has only used this specific kitchen appliance once — and she'd probably never buy it again.

    By Jack Rose 2 months ago Read More
  • Blender on a kitchen counter.

    Why Do Blenders Sometimes Smell Like They're Burning?

    It's an unfortunately common scenario: You turn on your blender, only to be met with a distinct burning smell. But what does that actually mean?

    By Nikita Ephanov 2 months ago Read More
  • Toilet paper in fridge alongside garlic.

    Why Some People Put Toilet Paper In Their Fridge

    One unconventional trick gaining traction online is placing a roll of toilet paper in the refrigerator. But why, exactly, are people doing this?

    By Max Dean 2 months ago Read More
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