Appliances

LG's new SteamWasher represents a new innovation in consumer washing machines. For the first time steam technology is being incorporated into the wash process; this delivers better cleaning performance and less wear and tear on your clothes. LG's system also features a "SteamFresh" steam-only 20-minute cycle to remove wrinkles and odors without the use of water or detergent (great for in between washes and reducing trips to the dry cleaner). The Steam Washer makes its uniqueness quickly apparent by its very cool looking midnight blue color. PRICE: $1,499 www.lgusa.com Read more

With so many new grills on the market today, it’s no wonder homeowners find it so difficult to decide which one to buy. But choosing a grill shouldn’t be as baffling as buying a new car. And fortunately, Cal Flame has a solution – the Cal Flame CR-3000S.

The CR-3000S has enough hi-tech options to impress your friends without confusing you – the person who actually has to use the grill. Not to mention the style and sophistication it will ad to your backyard with its stainless-steel design. Read more

FLAVIA Fusion allows individuals to choose between more than 30 drink combinations, including: Gourmet Coffees, Loose Leaf Teas, Cappuccinos, Mochaccinos or Milky Way Swirl Lattes (exclusive to FLAVIA) - and well being drinks, which were developed with specific health benefits in mind. Unlike messy or unclean coffee and teapots, FLAVIA's unique filterpack technology allows the user to brew direct and pure from pack to cup. Read more

When it comes to kitchens — size matters. The American Institute of Architects reports that the square footage of kitchens continues to increase. Bigger kitchens mean bigger appliances. For example, new model wall ovens now provide as much as 4.4 cubic feet of baking space, and refrigerators have increased in size steadily since the early 1990s, particularly in side-by-side and bottom-mount.

Available in 36-inch and 72-inch models, the GE Monogram professional bottom-freezer refrigerator indulges every gourmet cook's passion for food and love of fine design. Crafted of premium stainless steel, the professional bottom-freezer refrigerator is both beautifully elegant and ruggedly robust. Its spacious interior marries innovative food preservation technology with remarkably versatile storage capabilities. Read more

What red blooded American male wouldn't want a fridge in their garage? Perfect for busy families who want more refrigerator space than freezer space, or those who want chilled beverages to be consumed outside without having to enter the house comes the Chillerator Garage Refrigerator. This he-man cooler offers five cubic feet of freezer storage space and 14 cubic feet of refrigerator storage space. A built-in heater keeps refrigerated items chilled, not frozen, even in very cold environments, down to 0 degrees F. The powerful cooling system keeps items chilled or frozen even in high heat environments, up to 110 degrees. The Heavy-Duty Locking Casters provide mobility in the garage. $999. www.gladiatorgw.com Read more

No matter how nice, new, shiny, and clean an appliance is, sometimes it just doesn’t match the décor of your kitchen—unless shiny, stainless steel happens to be said décor. For those that prefer wooden cabinets and counters, there are ways to match the look to the appliance—such as Sub Zero Freezer Co’s 700 Series. First created in 1995, this line of refrigerators and freezers allows you to integrate them into your home’s décor, whether it be in the kitchen, the office, the bedroom, or wherever you have need. The units accept custom wood panels to seamlessly match the design of the room. Read more

Who ever thought that the last sip from a fine bottle of wine - uncorked three days ago - could be as good as the first? For the price of a few fine bottles of wine, The Pek Wine Steward offers the most effective wine preservation and serving temperature management system available today. The Pek Wine Stewart injects high-purity Argon gas into your wine bottle, reducing air contact with the wine surface and virtually eliminating oxidation while preserving wine at the peak of freshness. Read more

Capresso's new CoffeeTEAM Therm is the first coffee maker/burr grinder combination to feature a stainless steel vacuum carafe to keep coffee hot and fresh for hours after brewing. Unlike other systems, the grinding process is kept separate from the brewing process so the grinder never becomes wet or moist and does not need permanent cleaning.

The 10-cup CoffeeTEAM Therm reflects a new trend in specialty coffee makers today with its contemporary, stainless steel and black design, built-in, professional grade, solid steel conical burr grinder and a stainless steel vacuum carafe. The conical burr grinder grinds slowly to impart minimal heat, preserving coffee aroma. The stainless steel vacuum carafe looks handsome in the kitchen or at the dining room table, and it keeps coffee hot and ready to serve for up to four hours. The TEAM Therm stores enough beans for 10 cups of coffee. Read more