What color appliances should I buy?

I just painted my cabinets a cream/bisque color. I am adding stainless hardware. I am putting in a teak wood floor and granite counters that are black with cream/rust. I am deciding between stainless or cream. I am afraid the cream will be too much but I have a small Read more

Can plugging appliances into a power chord save energy & reduce a utility bill?

I saw a news story a couple days ago about this and would like some more info. Does this only apply to appliances not in use, like a TV or microwave?

What household appliances were made in the 1920's?

What household appliances were made in the 1920′s, and where might I find good pics on the web for them?

Can a landlord install used appliances when new ones were promised?

I signed my lease w/o appliances installed yet. I was told new ones were going in, and still have the advertisement that says "New Appliances". Instead I got old dirty ones that clash with my kitchen. I’ve pointed it out but they have no interest in replacing them. Can they Read more

What style/color cabinets look good with black appliances and medium gray ceramic tile floor?

I am purchasing a foreclosure property. The kitchen has almost new black appliances and new medium gray 10 x 10 ceramic floor tile. It is 12 x 9, with the range, d/w and sink, plus all of the cabinets on one 12 foot wall; the fridge is on a wall Read more

What restaurants serve red snapper in Chicago?

My mom’s been craving red snapper for a few weeks, so I wanted to surprise her to a lovely red snapper meal in a restaurant… But I have no idea what restaurants serve it. Do you know of any in Chicago or surrounding suburbs?

How do you get rust off of appliances?

I have quite a few appliances that are rusted and don’t know how to get it off. Any advice?

Do Restaurants usually hire more during the holiday season?

I’ve been trying to get a job at a restaurant and have been having a hard time finding one that’s hiring. I know most retail stores hire for seasonal workers so I’m wondering if restaurants usually do this as well. Also I know restaurant business slows down after Christmas, but Read more

What can I do with my old or nonworking electrical appliances?

I have a number of electrical appliances such as CHI flat irons that broke (small wire dammage that can be fixed) or other irons or blow dryers that I don’t use anymore. Are there any places that take such things for money or at least recycling? Some of the appliances Read more

What restaurants are not losing quality to save money?

In the past few months I have noticed that restaurants are using cheaper cuts of meat for steaks and filling our drinks with so much ice that when it melts your coke or whatever it is is so watery that you can’t drink it (no free refills). This has happened Read more

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