OK.....Almost There. Please Help!

16 years ago

Posted this on Kitchen Forum in error so I am repeating here.

I have narrowed down my appliance choices to the following:

Microwave: OTR GE Advantium 120

Dishwasher: Miele (lowest model with China cycle)

Refrigerator: Electrolux SS CD FD without ice & water in door

Range: PLEASE HELP. Would like to make final decision so I can place orders. Have narrowed it down to the following 4 SS slide ins:

-- Electrolux Electric (like the overall look & will match refrigerator but not unsure about metal trim on cooktop)

-- Electrolux Induction (Induction a big plus & will match refrigerator but concerned about metal trim on cooktop)

-- Kenmore Induction (like that it doesn't seem to have metal trim on cooktop that Electrolux has)

-- GE Profile (I like that it has porcelain racks & a full glass top without metal trim)

I would certainly put quality and function over look in making a decision.

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Comments (4)

texaskitchentoo
16 years ago
What concerns you about the metal trim on the Electrolux? I'm about " " that far away from pulling the trigger on the Electrolux Induction.

I was a little concerns about a report of someone with an Electrolux Induction cooktop with a similar metal trim having a problem with leaking under the trim. This weekend I found a cooktop and tried to slide a piece of paper under the trim but it wouldn't go. Appears there is a gasket here. I'd assume the induction range is the same way.
gwentm
Original Author
16 years ago
I do like the Electolux a lot and I am definitely getting the Electrolux refrigerator which will match it. I'm really not sure if the trim bothers me or not. I generally like a cleaner look and I am not sure if the trim will catch crumbs (and leaks), whether I won't like having to reach over it (I'm short), etc. The Kenmore slide in induction is made by Electrolux and doesn't have trim on the cook top. I am going to Sears to take a look at it before I make a final decision. If I don't like it better I will order the Electrolux and then go out and buy new pots and pans!
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gwentm
Original Author
16 years ago
Results of my trip to Sears to see the Kenmore slide in induction:

Kenmore v Electrolux: warming drawer instead of 2nd oven, smooth cooktop without trim, porcelain racks but not slide out. I will probably go with the Electrolux. However I would really like to know what anyone thinks about the self clean porcelain racks that do not extend (can be self cleaned with the oven) vs the roll out wire racks and attachments to the oven that need to be removed and cleaned manually.

The dishwasher now the main issue: Was certain I was going to get the Miele but brought my dishes in and they do not fit the racks. So now I am deciding between the Bosch, Asko or Kitchen Aid E. Any recommendations?
faith2009
16 years ago
My dishes didn't fit well in the bosch plus I wanted the heated dry option feature. I don't always use it but I wanted the option so I went with the KA Kude060 and I am happy with it. I would never have thought to take my dishes to the store. Thank you everyone for your advise.