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Shopping for appliances Before thinking about style, colours, finishes or appliances, Lucila Diaz, Founder and Creative Director, Harmony Sense Interiors Ltd. says “The first step in creating a great kitchen is to make sure that the functionality for the end-user has been well thought through,” noting “It is important to first consider the task areas, working triangle, storage, cooking, and lifestyle needs, to make sure that the space works, is safe, and takes into consideration the limitations of the space and the client’s budget.” Once you have the design in place, Lucila says then it’s time to consider your appliances. The Product Experts at Trail Appliances recommend you spend time in store, before you buy, to touch the controls, explore the settings and hear the appliance working. 14 Home Decor & Renovations | Fall 2019
2. HOOK UPS — Make sure you
WHEN SHOPPING FOR APPLIANCES, TRAIL RECOMMENDS TAKING INTO CONSIDERATION: 1. SPACE AVAILABLE - In the case
of a refrigerator - the best thing to do is measure your space, not your current fridge. Measure from side to side, the depth of the cabinet and from the floor to the top of the cabinet.
have the necessary connections available, specifically your electrical and water lines. Will your new fridge have an ice maker or a water dispenser? Moving your dishwasher to a kitchen island? You’ll need a water line for the hook up, and that new wall oven may require 220V instead of the standard 120V. 3. DOOR SWING: Know how doors on new units will open, checking pathways and countertop height to ensure a good fit. Remember to measure! 4. DELIVERY: What path will your new appliances take to be delivered? Make sure you’ve checked the width in your hallways and especially the doorways to make sure everything will be able to fit into your kitchen.