New Kitchen Appliances Arrived
February 19, 2012 by Aimee • 45 Comments
Isn’t progress so misleading at times! Serious clutter often holds the promise of great things to come!!! We looked at every storefront in the area and every appliance outlet and every scratch and dent sale in our area, but we needed FIVE new appliances and they all needed to work well together and so that almost immediately eliminated the scratch and dent sales.
Based on my research at home, I knew I wanted to buy GE products because they are respected and great quality appliances, but the price break was definitely more reasonable than professional grade appliances. The more I looked online, I began to realize that I was going to find far better deals buying a bulk purchase from a web store. Not only that, we were coming up on a holiday which meant that GE was offering rebates and everywhere, prices were super low!
After hunting and searching, Appliances Connection ended up being our obvious pick! Although they offered to install for us at an additional $100 or so per appliance, we opted to save a couple more pennies and install the appliances ourselves {granted it was the first time we’d ever installed appliances…I’ll tell you a little more how that went next time…as with everything, we’ve learned the hard way that there’s definite highs and lows when DIYing}. I’ll share a little more about that next time! Hopefully some of what we’ve learned can help you!
Can you see it coming together yet!?! Is it making sense or is that SUPER UGLY rug that we used to protect our floors during the construction process totally throwing you off…right along with the lovely scalloped window valance and gorgeous arrow door pulls!?!?
Oh and for those in the process this second of installing or considering installing their oven in an older home…definitely don’t guess on which power source to install the oven into…just sayin’! Oh there’s so much to share…I’ll be back real soon, promise!!! Until then, share what your favorite microwave cooking tip is…I’m all about living simple and am LOVING mine!
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wahoo!!! how exciting! love the chrome! looks fantastic!
Thanks Kelsey!!! Such a treat…I feel like a new woman! XO, Aimee
We just bought all four new appliances – all GE Profile. I love them!!! It makes such a difference.
GE Rocks!!! XO, Aimee
Pretty exciting! Can’t wait to see how they look in your kitchen!
Thanks Lindsay!!! XO, Aimee
How exciting! Congratulations on you “new” kitchen!
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Thanks Tatiana Doria!!! It’s feeling so GREAT! XO, Aimee
Oh your appliances are fabulous. Love them. Hugs, Marty
Thanks Marty!!! You are SO SWEET! Your visits make me smile! XO, Aimee
Nothing better than a new kitchen with new appliances! Congrats! Hugs,
FABBY
So true Fabby!!! Thanks for your visit!!! XO, Aimee
Yay for progress! Thanks for the tip on where to get a good deal on appliances!
Thanks Ellie!!! You are so welcome! XO, Aimee
What do you use to clean your stainless steel appliances? My husband and I just bought a house that already had stainless appliances and so far have been using 409, which seems to work okay for now.
We use Weiman Stainless Steel Wipes…good question! Thanks Missy! We’ve had these for a while…usually pull them out before guests come over and other than that just use damp paper towels! XO, Aimee
That is looking so great! I have to say, there is definitely hope for your kitchen…ours used to be shockingly similar (weird scallop and everything)…except with patterned carpet and white painted cabinets with green pulls…I can’t wait to see how yours turns out!
Allyson
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It’s wild the difference paint, appliances, and hardware can make!!! We’re blessed to get to have such nice kitchens!!! Can’t take it for granted ever again, right!!! XO, Aimee
They look great! We’re in desperate need of a new range and I think we’re going to break down and get one next weekend. My boyfriend pointed out one in the lovely shade of “biscuit” that we can get for super cheap. I told him he’s never allowed to pick out appliances, EVER.
LOL! That cracks me up!!! That would be one serious bad dream!!! XO, Aimee
They look great! I bought my first new range ever and it was so exciting!
Thanks Jenny!!! Congrats! Such a treat for you and me!!! AND DEFINITELY exciting!! XO, Aimee
We got new appliances when we moved last year. It was like Christmas when the delivery truck pulled up! For a woman who doesn’t really cook, I was awfully excited. I’m sure you’re beyond thrilled to start using yours. Happy cooking!
Oh my goodness…totally Christmas -ish!!! Congrats to the both of us on such amazingly beautiful gifts!!!
XO, Aimee
Looking good and doesn’t it feel good when you have new appliances,hubby and my dad installed our dishwasher my dad is pretty handy at these things they also installed the air con in the kitchend and hubby did the bedroom air cons himself……
Totally Jo-Anne! Feels GREAT! and SO NICE to have a handy hubby!!! Impressive he did the a/c! AWESOME!
XO, Aimee
I love a new shiny working appliance! Yours are fantastic!
dee dee
I know you know what that’s like my little DIY bestie!!! XO, Aimee
Ooh I have a stainless steel french door fridge too and I love it! Congrats!
Yay! So exciting. They are all so pretty! If I bought a whole new suite of appliances, I think I’d pass out from the excitement. Can’t wait to see it all come together!
I know you are so happy…Congratulations!!!
xo,
Ricki Jill
Great choice! I think that stainless or white will ALWAYS be in style. So classic!
Lookin’ spiffy!! I need to get a new microwave…the other one was only five years old!! But the thingamajiggy that makes the turntable turn broke. Everything else on it works fine but we don’t want hot spots burning in our food or dishware, so it’s a new one we will be getting. :/
Did you know that you rubbing alcohol will shine up your stainless steel appliances? I use it all the time, works on small appliances too.
I had no idea!!! That’s GREAT advice! Thanks so much!!! I’m going to try this! XO, Aimee
OMG I want your appliances! They look amazing! It would be like a dream to cook in your kitchen…I’m dreaming now!
So exciting! Your fridge looks just like mine and I LOVE mine! Enjoy!
we have an old wall small oven as well, and needs to be replaced. have not seen an oven small enough to fit the cabinet opening. what brand and model is the one you got? thanks Daniela
GE JKP70SPSS 27″ Single Electric Wall Oven with 3.8 cu. ft. PreciseAir Convection Oven, Self Clean, Eight-Pass Bake Element, Glass Touch Oven Controls and TrueTemp Temperature Management System in Stainless
I feel like an Appliance Expert….truly that was just a cut/paste from my online receipt! We couldn’t be happier with it! Crossing my fingers it works for your small space, too! XO, Aimee
thanks a bunch!!!
Oh how fun!! That is so exciting:)
I currently have a link party going and would love for you to share this and anything else you would like!
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Jill
We could not afford all new appliances when we redid our kitchen. They are on my wish list. Isn’t working on your kitchen fun when you’re living there and eating there.
Ruth
Oh I know how hard it is to buy all new appliances! BTW, I am dropping by from BNOTP, and you are the link before mine, so following her rules…here I am! I am glad that I did! I love a good kitchen renovation. We are looking for a new fridge so I am going to check out your link. Your appliances are lovely and as an owner of SS appliances I have never regretted them. They do require some cleaning but it ends up being not much of a big deal. Best of luck.
I’ve never been able to buy all ofmy appliances at once — lucky you! I love stainless steel!
Thanks Christina!!! I’m out of practice, this is so helpful! XO, Aimee