The bathroom and the kitchen in any house are critical to update if you are trying to sell your home or flip an investment house.   Of the bathroom or the kitchen, the kitchen upgrades are most likely to leave the best first impression when others are looking to buy your home.   Additionally when visiting, my family seems to gravitate to the kitchen as I imagine happens in most families.   The kitchen is where “it’s happening” and where enjoyment of your surroundings is most important.  

In the kitchen, the obvious upgrades include new cabinets, countertops, flooring, paint and depending on the circumstances, maybe new appliances.  The traditional appliance approach would include refrigerator, dishwasher, stove/oven and built in microwave oven.   There are some important trends in society that may point to consideration of another class of under counter appliances, besides trash compactors and dishwashers, which will quickly present an air of sophistication to your remodel.  

Consider the fact that wine is becoming an ever-increasing favorite of many people.   With over 1000 different wine varieties, the choices, which one has, seem nearly infinite. Many sources even tout the health benefits of drinking wine, in moderation of course.   It is time to ramp up and modernize our approach to the old-fashion kitchen remodel.  

Today’s market place has a wide variety of quality products that will fit under counter remodel situations.   Three of those product categories focus on the current society trends in wine and beverage cooling needs.   Those categories include wine coolers, beverage coolers and icemakers.   Imagine a newly remodeled kitchen that can accommodate, in a standard 15 or 24-inch base cabinet space, a new wine or beverage cooler to fit your needs.   You should also be able to imagine never running out of ice again even if your refrigerators ice machine jams, as it always seems to do.  

Under counter appliances do cost slightly more that free standing ones, because they require front-vented cooling systems.   However, the efficient use of floor space more than compensates for the higher cost.   Generally, you will find quality under counter wine coolers, beverage centers and ice makers for approximately $350 to $1000 depending on what “bells and whistles” you want to incorporate.   Products are also available that are pantry size built in uprights that can accommodate over 160 bottles of wine or a combination of wine bottles and beverage cans.   These larger products will often cost from $1000 to $2000, also depending on the features you select.  

Using a more up to date idea for kitchen remodeling will give your home a new and unique décor that you can be proud of and enjoy.   The sophisticated look to your new kitchen will make your home a showcase that will attract new buyers, because of your unique kitchen appliances.  

For more information see:  http://www. idealwinecoolers. com 

Author: Ronald Senn, VP Ideal Wine Coolers, September 2009

This appliance is normally seen in healthcares, convenience stores, recreation centers, groceries and restaurants. It could also be for personal use at home. It comes very handy because one would not need to buy ice outside anymore every time it is needed.

There are several things to consider in your purchase. You are dealing mainly with water in ice production so get a stainless steel material to prevent rusting. Consider the volume capacity, how much it could produce in one instance.

Ice makers come in many different types. The demand is getting higher when summertime is approaching. Some popular units are the commercial V/S Home Ice Makers, Indoor/Outdoor Ice Makers, Portable Ice Makers, Built-in Ice Maker, under the counter Ice Makers, and the Dry Ice Makers. The leading brands are Danby, Sunpentown, Avanti, Scotsman, Whirlpool, Viking, GE and U-line.

People trust these brands for quality makes. It features huge capacity of storage bin up to 25lbs of clear ice, produces 50lbs of ice or more in just 24 hours of time, electronic cleaning cycle, hidden easy way controls, stainless steel and black finish, handy ice scoop, smooth and reversible door, drop – down doors and built in freestanding installation.

The portable ice maker is compact and very easy to use. It is a wonderful device to put in your kitchen. It can be placed anywhere since it does not need plumbing. It is stylish and easy to operate. You can make 3 sizes of ice and produces many ice cubes in just six minutes. It is best for backyard and summertime parties, or outdoor barbeque gatherings.

One of the most improved portable varieties is the new Danby White Portable Ice Maker. It is a compact ice maker best for home use. It can make 30lbs of ice in a day, with varied sizes from small, medium and large ice cubes. It features 1 gallon of reserve water, detachable ice basket, LCD display, easy to operate and with self clean series.

Commercial ice makers are more for restaurants and such establishments. It is very durable that it could last for about 7 to 10 years. It produces large amounts of ice cubes and crushed ice for commercial industries, supermarkets, hotels, hospitals, restaurants, groceries, convenient stores, mini stop, bars and cafes. Demand of ice cubes from commercial ice maker is quite big.

Scotsman produces some of the best commercial ice makers mostly seen in the hotels, convenient stores, gas stations, hospitals and schools. Their ice maker machines are totally energy – efficient, easy to clean and easy to operate with self monitoring.

Built-in ice makers are fixed at a certain spot. It is installed by a plumber and needs permanent water line and drain line. It store more ice cubes and keeps it frozen for a longer time. It meets the ADA standards and it can easily used by handicapped persons. They also accept custom design and door panels that bests suit in their customer’s desire.

When buying for ice maker whether portable, built -in or commercial ice maker always keep in mind the greater value it can give and the specifications of its production.