It’s hard to know how an appliance works if you can’t truly test it out for yourself before you buy it. For this reason, checking reviews has become a ritual for many buyers before making a final decision.

Reviews are so trusted because they come from people who have decided to just go for it and buy the appliance in hopes that it would be everything they dreamed. And people really trust them because they have nothing to prove and only want to let you know what you’re either missing out on or why you shouldn’t waste your time on such a product.

Because Fall is a great season to enjoy warm beverages again, we wanted to highlight the Bosch Built-In Coffee Machine, and show you, why you’ll want to sip your brew from such a high-tech appliance. Check out these 3 awesome reviews from bosch-home.ca – from real people — that describe why this Bosch appliance is the best for drinking.

1) “Amazing coffee maker”

“Love, Love, Love this machine. My Italian machine died after 12 years and umpteen repairs. Did a lot of research including going to the dealer for a taste test between Bosch and several of its competitors. This machine by far put out the best tasting cup of coffee. When you add in the largest water and bean reservoirs, it was a no brainer. And even though I didn’t think I would use it, the ability to make a cup via an app is really cool. Did I mention I love this machine?” – Glenise

2) “Best part of our new kitchen!”

“I have to admit this coffee machine is the reason I convinced my wife it was time to fully renovate our kitchen. We bought all new Bosch appliances and we love them all (induction cooktop, built-in dishwasher, drawer microwave and convection oven) and we love them all, but this baby takes the prize as my favourite new kitchen toy. The coffee is delicious, the connected app is awesome (we create “coffee playlists” for our guests) and the maintenance is super easy and straight-forward. Love it! “ – malencar

3) “Great machine!”

“We bought this a couple months ago and have had it installed for a little over a month now. We had a nice manual countertop espresso machine for a couple years before this and thought it was great until we started using this machine. We are pretty shocked how good the coffee is that it produces. It was definitely one of the best things we added to our kitchen remodel. Great coffee and just at a press of the button. Highly recommended!” – Dugger99

Now that you know people love it, it’s time to come check it out in person. If you’re curious to learn a little more about this incredible appliance, drop by our store to talk to one of our expert sales associates. We’ll be happy to let you know all about the Bosch Built-In Coffee Machine and why it’s our favourite appliance to make coffee with.

Amanda, Your Appliance Expert

Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful. I’m grateful for my family, my friends, my health and if I’m being 100% honest here, once the holiday dinner is done and the plates are piled high I’m really grateful that I have an amazing dishwasher.

From gravy to grease, cranberry sauce and a little too much stuffing I ask a lot from my dishwasher. And with so many dirty dishes, it’s easy to forget that you need to keep your dishwasher clean too.

A clean dishwasher works better, it cleans faster, and it breaks down less often.

So don’t let this holiday be your dishwasher’s last chance to shine. With this handy list of do’s and don’ts your dishwasher will keep you thankful for years to come.

Cleaning Your Dishwasher Do’s and Don’ts

DO wipe the outside of your dishwasher with a microfibre cloth, soft sponge, or specialized cleaning products. With people coming over, you want your kitchen to look its best. And be sure to take extra care wiping down stainless steel finishes, and electric control panels.

DON’T rinse your dishes before loading them into the dishwasher. Many dishwasher’s use auto sensors to determine soil levels and pre-rinsing your dishes may result in a less than perfect cleaning. And that means you could be leaving food and bacteria behind.

DO run a hot water cycle with the dishwasher empty. Adding a cup filled with white vinegar to the upper rack is all you need to sanitize the drum and keep your dishes spotless.

DON’T forget to flush the drum with baking soda after a vinegar rinse. A cup of baking soda sprinkled inside the machine on a hot cycle is all you need to eliminate stubborn stains and odours.

DO clean the filter. Most European brands, and even some North American models have a manual filter in the drum, next to the washing arm. Unscrew the filter and physically remove any food particles before rinsing the screen clean with a little dish soap and hot water.

DON’T put greasy pots and pans in the dishwasher. I know, I know that’s why you bought it and the dishwasher will get those greasy pots clean. But all that heated, liquid grease is going to run through your plumbing. Once it cools, it’ll solidify. With enough grease you’ll have odours backing up into your dishwasher, you can clog your drains, and even worse. Do everyone a favour and dispose of that holiday grease before you wash.

DO take the time to make sure your dishwasher is clean every day. I’m not saying you need to actually clean it every day, but a quick inspection is all you need to make sure your dishwasher will be at its best when you really need it.

So load up your dishwasher with that holiday cheer, turn it on, kick back and relax. After a Thanksgiving dinner like that, doesn’t it feel great to let someone else do the dirty work?

Isabelle, Your Appliance Expert

Few adults on earth are not excited about new appliances. New features attract many adults and they genuinely derive pleasure from cool new features such as noiseless appliances or more functions. Having a new appliance is not even half as exciting as buying one. And when you are buying during a sale? Well, that’s when the child in you comes out to play.

If you are looking to buy that dryer or that much-coveted dishwasher, then you need all the help you can get. Here are a few tips you should consider when buying a new appliance.

Tip 1: Do Your Research

When buying a new appliance, it is important to have all the knowledge you can get about it. Don’t be one of those “insert appliance here” people. Check out the features of everything you want to buy. Don’t just buy appliances because they are fine but buy because they have the features you need.

Modern day appliances now come in shiny packages but what are your preferences? What functions do you want? Does the appliance you are buying satisfy all your needs? You need to research the appliance you are buying before you buy them. It will be helpful to check out reviews about the appliance before buying also.

Tip 2: Measure Twice, Buy Once

Once you’ve determined the appliance you are interested in buying, you’ll need to measure. It would be disappointing if the appliance does not fit into your space. Measure to make sure you have enough space before you buy the appliance.

Measure the counter depths, the heights and make sure the doorways and stairs are large enough to take your appliance through. While having a new appliance is great, it would be a shame if it is out of place because it doesn’t fit.

Tip 3: Keep a Cool Head

When you are buying a new appliance, it very common to get the rush when it is closer to the sales week such as Black Friday and boxing week. Forget the pressure of wanting to buy quickly. People make a lot of errors when they are under the pressure to buy.

When buying during this sales period, it is important to take them as a normal buying period and not a sale which is going to end any minute. This way, you will be relaxed enough to make decisions and determine what exactly you want. Start your research early so you do not have to rush when the time comes.

Getting the appliance that you want at a great price is the dream of every adult. It is very important to be ready when these items are on sale. Visit your local BrandSource store for any enquiries you may have on appliances and how to buy them.

Isabelle, Your Appliance Expert

Dishwashing – a compulsory but dreaded chore for every kitchen user. Everyone has a vague memory of putting on those yellow rubber gloves and scrubbing away at some dishes only to repeat the entire process a few hours later. Those days you really wished the dishes would magically wash themselves. Well, thanks to technology, dishes can actually wash themselves.

A Bit of History

Dishwashers were invented about 160 years ago and they have since come a long way since then. The early users of dishwashers must have thought of it as a luxury that only the extremely rich could afford. It’s a different story entirely today, as dishwashers have become an everyday home appliance. The first dishwashers could not compare to the ones we have today in terms of design, technology or functionality.

Over the years, dishwasher manufacturers have added a lot of cool new features that have made the dishwasher the home appliance to have today. These features include pre-soak cycles, removable trays, adjustable racks, improved wash and dry systems among others. All of these new features have been designed to give the ultimate dishwashing experience and to make sure you don’t lift a finger during the washing.

Despite all the additions to the recent brands of dishwashers, this year has witnessed its fair share of upgrades from companies such as GE, Whirlpool and Bosch. Below, you will find some of the latest dishwasher trends that are worth mentioning.

The MyWay™ Rack From Bosch

The MyWay™ rack from Bosch is the best addition to any dishwasher. It gives you the flexibility to arrange your dishes the way you want. Bosch is the 3rd largest rack capacity company in the dishwashing business and it greatly reflects on their machines. Big bowls such as cereal bowls that would otherwise not fit into a regular rack can now be washed alongside other dishes with the MyWay™ rack.

The Power of Jets From GE

The latest addition to GE dishwashers is the unique reversing quad-blade lower wash arm. 25 angled jets are incorporated into this design to give full wash coverage as the wash arm rotates clockwise and anti-clockwise, spraying soap and water from each angle. Simply put, the jet pattern and wash coverage changes with a change in the direction of the wash arm.

The Silverware Spray Technology From Whirlpool

Whirlpool’s innovative Silverware Spray technology helps to get rid of sticky food on your silverware and utensils. The spray technology delivers a concentrated shower to those sticky dishes and keeps you from having to re-wash.

The Connected Dishwasher

This is perhaps the coolest feature a dishwasher can have. Your dishwasher along other home appliances may be connected to your Google account and you simply ask them to tell you how your washing is doing without checking on it. Simply ask Google or Alexa how much time is left for your dishes to get washed. It even sends you a phone notification once your dishes get done. Alexa can even tell you how many detergent pods are remaining during washing!

These are just some of the innovations on dishwashers that are currently on the market. To get more information these new technologies and other useful ones, you may want to visit Bosch, GE and Whirlpool websites or come to our BrandSource closest store to purchase them and save yourself a ton of stress.

Isabelle, Your Appliance Expert