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7 Cool Ways To Use Your New Mini Fridge

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Ever consider getting a mini fridge? Think about how much easier life will be.  A convenient, smaller-sized refrigerator comes in so handy. Here are 7 cool ways to use your new mini fridge!

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The first time I saw one, many years ago, it was hidden out of sight underneath the desk of the school principal. He was way too busy to be going to the cafeteria when he wanted a cool drink so he stashed some cans of soda and some snacks in a mini fridge under his desk.

Today’s mini fridges come in many styles, sizes and functions. Some are just the right size for 6 cans of soda or beer. Others have room for drinks plus condiments and even a small loaf of bread. Some mini refrigerators have their own little freezers, too.

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7 Places That Are Perfect For A Mini Fridge

Where would you put your new mini-fridge? Here are seven great locations that I can think of:

1.Break Room – some offices have limited space for employees to eat lunch but they do have an area to get a cup of coffee or rinse off a dish. A break room is the perfect place for a compact sized refrigerator.

2. Counter – there are styles of mini-fridges designed to slip neatly beneath a counter top. If you need a little more refrigerator space, how about adding a mini-fridge in your kitchen? 

3. Dorm – college students think mini-fridges were MADE for them. No wonder they think that … miniature refrigerators fit perfectly in a dorm room without robbing students of precious space. Put a lamp on top and it becomes an end-table, too. Actually, I know a high school student who kept a battery powered mini-fridge in his locker at school!

4. Garage / Workshop – for those who love to putter around in the garage or workshop, adding a mini-fridge is a nice touch. 

5. Office – I already mentioned the principal with a refrigerator hidden under his desk. These days it is totally acceptable to keep a small fridge in a private office, either in the home or at a business. 

6. Poolside /deck – easy access to cool beverages in the summertime is a very doable luxury. As things go, they are very reasonably priced and are a nice convenience.

7. Rec-room – if you have a recreation room in your home, mini-fridges and beverage refrigerators are a perfect addition! Gamers particularly appreciate being able to reach for a cool drink without taking a walk to get it!

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Kitchen Appliance Trends

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Guest post by Wayne

Your kitchen is the heart of your home, and a functional but trendy design can make it one of the most popular parts of your house. Everyone is watching their money these days, and most consumers are looking for practical but smart solutions that can stand up to years of use. Below, we’ll talk about how new technology has led to some interesting new kitchen design trends.

Built-in Appliances
People today are all about multitasking, and our new kitchen designs are no exception. To meet the demand, appliance manufacturers are coming up with built-in ovens, refrigerators, cooktops and even coffeemakers. When combined, these appliances can lend a unified, sleek look to your kitchen. Your new built-in appliances can be concealed behind a door or a panel that fits perfectly with your home’s existing decor.

Multipurpose Ovens
Along with the trend toward built-in appliances, we’re now seeing a greater demand for multipurpose ovens. Food prep methods and trends are constantly changing, and an oven that can handle more than one method is very useful. Ovens with convection, steam and traditional capabilities are a functional and worthwhile investment, but if there isn’t room in your budget, consider getting a dual, side-by-side oven. You’ll have a backup unit if one fails, and you’ll be able to handle even the biggest holiday dinners with ease.

Gourmet Appliances
Today’s cooks want a seamless look and great functionality, but they’re still looking for gourmet features. Thermal cooktops offer even, consistent cooking, and five-burner gas hobs can come with an electric burner to offer the ultimate in versatility and convenience. Roomy refrigerators with temperature controlled compartments will leave you with plenty of room for fresh meats, dairy and vegetables, and under-the-counter, pull-out refrigeration units can provide extra cold storage.


Beverage Centers
More and more home kitchens are being built with beverage centers. Wine refrigerators and coolers have been around for quite some times, newer centers can hold wine as well as beer, sodas and other drink mixing choices. A built-in coffee machine can offer any number of hot beverages, and today’s beverage centers are a must-have if you do a lot of entertaining.




White Appliances

Stainless steel has been very popular these last few years (and continues to be in demand), but white appliances are coming back into favor for their clean look. There are numerous options available from well-known manufacturers such as Whirlpool and Miele, allowing you to customize your kitchen to meet your usage and design preferences.
Kitchen appliance design trends change, but not nearly as fast as some other home design components. The avocado-hued appliances that were in vogue during the 1970s are far out of fashion, but in their place are functional and beautiful appliances in white and stainless steel. 

There are so many choices available that it’s easy to come up with the kitchen of your dreams–regardless of the size of your budget. By choosing practical but attractive appliances, it’s easy to make your kitchen into an extension of your personal style.

Make sure the appliances you pick will last the test of time so keep in mind the trends of today might not be as good looking in 5-7 years. Try and go with classic shapes to avoid having an out of date kitchen within a few years of renovating it. For more information please visit Kitchen Appliance Centre. 

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Modern Kitchen by linus_art on Flickr Creative Commons
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