With all these cool do-it-yourself techniques out there, it’s easy to think you can do anything yourself. Sometimes you just want to save a little bit of money and figure it out on your own. Other times it’s not that easy, and should be left up to the professionals. If you’re planning on installing your new Bosch Dishwasher, check out the steps below to make sure you do it right on this D.I.Y. Dishwasher project.

Turn Off the Water and Power

So now that you have a new dishwasher, the first step is to read the Installation Manual…cover to cover and then the next step is to turn off the water under the sink and the power to your dishwasher. If you forget to do one or both of these steps, you could end up with a mess on your hands. Once you’re past that simple, yet very important part, remove the access panel at the bottom of your Bosch Dishwasher. This part can be sharp, so be careful! Set it aside for now.

Slide in the Dishwasher

Before pushing in your shiny new appliance, you’ll want to make sure the drain hose is pulled through the cabinet wall. With that out of the way, gently move your dishwasher under the counter where it will seamlessly fit in. If your dishwasher is too short, easily adjust the legs at the bottom so that they are level, and lock them into place with screws. You’ll also want to screw in the mounting bracket on top of the dishwasher to countertop to make sure it doesn’t fall forward when the door is open.

Adjust the Drain Hose

Take the drain hose that you slid through the cabinet, and pull the whole thing through. You’ll then connect it to the sink drain or garbage disposal with a clamp. You’ll want to make sure your hose is higher than where it’s connected so there are no draining issues. Use a zip tie to tie the hose to something above the connection, ensuring there won’t be any problems.

Junction Box

Locate the junction box, behind the access panel, to unscrew the junction box cover and reveal 3 screws: gold, silver, and green. Loosen each screw a little bit so that you can connect the power cable wires to their matching slots. Each dishwasher may be a little different here so it’s important that you read the manual for this specific part

Connect Water Supply Line to the Inlet Valve

With the access panel off, you can easily see the inlet valve, which you will connect to the water supply line. There is a chance that water is still in the drain from when the manufacturers tested out your appliance so be prepared for some water to possibly pour out. You are now ready to turn on the power and water! Do this and run the dishwasher through a short cycle. Check occasionally to make sure that there aren’t any leaks. If everything looks good, put the lower access panel back on your Bosch dishwasher.

If you’re able to make it all the way to the end, congratulations! It’s no easy feat to install a dishwasher, but with the right tools and information, you’ll be done in less than an hour. If you need help installing your Bosch Dishwasher, let us know, and we’d be happy to assist!

Amanda, Your Appliance Expert

When it comes time to buy a new refrigerator there are a lot of great options to consider before you run out and make the purchase. While it may seem overwhelming and you might think to yourself, ‘isn’t a fridge just a fridge?’ today’s new refrigeration options will actually help you in life. No joke. With a variety of storage solutions, spaces and places for keeping food fresher longer, and so much more there is a refrigerator option for every home and lifestyle.

With that in mind, we’ve pulled together four of our favourite storage features you might want to look for in your new fridge.

1) Refrigerator Drawer Options

With a variety of drawer options and configurations to choose from, it’s as simple as looking at what you need from your fridge. For every need, today’s fridges have the solutions.

Crispers for fruits and veggies, and deli drawers are just the start of your options. Do you need those various drawers to have temperature controls for things like cheese or fresh veggies? With options for all your culinary requirements, it’s helpful to list out what foods you regularly have in the fridge, how you store them, and what you’d like improve.

And don’t worry, with all that today’s new refrigerators offers and provides, you have the option to move and reconfigure your fridge to suit every grocery shop and dinner party.

2) Refrigerator Door Storage Solutions

Another place to look for storage solutions is the door, either the door shelving inside, door in door solutions, or both. If you regularly have large juice jugs or pitchers of margaritas (we can dream!) having tall storage on the door is always helpful. Some manufacturers offer the option to open a compartment from the outside with access to select items inside without letting the main compartment fill with hot air. These door-in-door options are relatively new and are great for entertainers. Hot tip: while super handy, in-door ice and water dispensers both take up valuable storage space on the inside of the fridge.

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3) Refrigerator Shelving Options

Adjustable shelving, wire shelving, glass shelving, and retractable shelving all offer unique storage solutions for your refrigerator.

Wire shelving is usually found on lower end models and generally offers the least amount of flexibility. Shelving split in the middle allows for the most amount of flexibility for your grocery needs and is also great for holiday time when you need to change the fridge storage in turkey sized ways.

One of the greatest shelving options for today’s refrigerators is one of my favourites, retractable shelving. Retracting into the fridge space allowing for taller items to fit nicely is a game changer for anyone who regularly entertains.

Another great innovation is sliding shelving. Sliding shelves allow access to the back of the fridge in a much more efficient way. This is great for anyone, but particularly handy for homes with older people or those with trouble bending over.

4) Super Specific Storage Solutions

Use lots of fresh herbs and want an herb drawer? There’s a fridge for your fresh herbs that does just that! Want your fridge to have all the flexibility of a Yoga instructor? There’s one out there doing that too!

From Apples to Zucchini and everything in between, there is a fridge storage solution for your family. Think it’s time for a new refrigerator? Read our Refrigerator Buying Guide for ALL the information you need and shop our wide assortment of fridges; we’ve got one made just for you.

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Whether you are doing a full kitchen renovation or just updating some dated appliances, putting together a whole new look for your home can be exciting, but a little intimidating too. One question I often get asked is whether it’s better to match appliances or mix it up. The truth is, there’s no wrong answer here.

If you want to have a perfectly matching kitchen ensemble to unify your space and take advantage of in-brand features, then you’ll want to go with brand matching kitchen appliances.

If you want to have the best performing appliance in each category and aren’t concerned with a perfect match – or if you want to create a unique kitchen that better reflects your needs, then mixing and matching appliances is the way to go.

Still can’t decide? Well, then, without further ado: the pros and cons of matching kitchen appliances.

PRO: Nothing Beats a Perfect Match

Matching Finish: If you want your appliance finishes to exactly match, then you need to stay in-brand. Whites, blacks, stainless steels, and especially new finishes such as black stainless steel differ from brand to brand. Buying kitchen appliances from the same brand is the safest choice; the matching finishes will unify your kitchen and reduce the risk of a design faux pas.

Integrated Design: Speaking of design, matching kitchen appliances come with distinct features that unify and compliment when installed as part of an ensemble. Matching finishes, matching handles, and design elements such as curved lines or LED accents tie everything together visually. And integrated features such as the Bluetooth connectivity in Samsung’s Chef Collection let your appliances work together and expand on the functionality of your kitchen.

Package Savings: The more you buy, the more you save when it comes to kitchen appliances. Manufacturers want you to buy all your appliances in the same brand and will often advertise aggressive promotions and package savings to entice you to shop in one line.

Simplified Shopping: Buying matching kitchen appliances eliminates a lot of the guesswork. You’ll save time, and you’ll save headaches. Choose a brand you like, shop around for the best price, and just like that – your kitchen problems are solved.

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CON: You Can’t Judge an Appliance by Its Cover

Source: Olivier Simon Design

Not Created Equal: Every brand has its strengths and weaknesses, and when you bundle a brand, you’re forced to take the good with the bad. If that wasn’t enough, many brands don’t offer specialty appliances, or sometimes even certain standard appliances if it’s a brand new finish or design. Keep in mind that if you’re a feature first shopper who really needs that built-in coffee machine, then you may be limited in your in-brand appliance choices.

Cookie Cutter Design: One of the biggest downsides of a matching kitchen is its cookie-cutter feel. No matter how you slice it, hundreds and maybe thousands of people have a kitchen that’s the same as yours.

Less for Your Money: Buying within a single appliance line does give you access to manufacturer’s savings, but you may miss out on in-store savings, and one-off deals if you’re willing to mix and match. Often times these savings can far surpass those offered at the manufacturer’s level.

Another thing to keep in mind is that with panel ready finishes and pocket handle designs, it’s easier to cheat a match between brands than you might think. And depending on your design elements, with a little creativity, it is possible to mix and match finishes and colours to create a stunning effect.

Whichever you decide, be sure to check out our BrandSource Appliance Buying Guides. They’re the perfect place to start planning your kitchen. From the ins and outs, and ups and downs; they’ll give you everything you need to know about home appliances.

Isabelle, Your Appliance Expert

You dress to look your best. So why would you do any less for your home? Your kitchen? Choosing the right appliances will make or break your kitchen. It doesn’t matter how much you spent on that renovation if you end up in the wrong finish. You want a look that’s daring, something cutting edge, something top of the line. We hear that.

Whirlpool appliances come in finishes to match any style. From sleek and modern, to a classic throwback there’s a look to complete any kitchen. So, what’s your fit?

Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel

Hail to the King, baby. For more than twenty-five years, stainless steel has been the finish in kitchen appliances. And it’s hard to argue with perfection. Except… The fingerprints.

It’s hard to pull off that high-end professional style when you’re flashing smudges down your front. That’s why Whirlpool’s introduced the most effective fingerprint resistant stainless steel you can buy.

Whirlpool’s innovative fingerprint resistant stainless finish gives you everything you want. A rich matte professional-looking appliance without the mess. Fewer fingerprints, less cleanup – this is what next-gen stainless looks like.

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Black Stainless Steel

Whirlpool’s new Black Stainless Steel finish is the tall dark and handsome update stainless steel has been waiting for. The elegant brushed metal gives you a rich tone with more fingerprint resistance in the matte finish. The hottest appliance trend of 2019, black stainless is making a name for itself, and with options across its entire line, Whirlpool is leading the charge.

Word of warning here, though. Black Stainless Steel is not as durable as regular stainless steel. Most black stainless steel finishes are coated atop of traditional steel panels. As a result, the smallest scratch stands out like a beacon. If you have small children, or your appliances are going to be in high traffic areas you may want to consider traditional stainless steel or black appliances instead.

That being said, if you’re leaning towards a high contrast modern kitchen design, adding some pop to an industrial kitchen, or even updating appliances in an existing kitchen with dark natural wood cabinets then Black Stainless Steel could be the perfect finish for you.

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Sunset Bronze

With a look over their shoulder, Whirlpool brought a vintage inspiration to their newest and hottest finish, Sunset Bronze. With Rose-Gold undertones, this warm stainless steel is absolutely stunning and its neutral tones are perfect in any open kitchen.

Like the black and new stainless steel collections, Sunset Bronze appliances are fingerprint resistant so you’ll get a maximum look with a minimum fuss. Sunset Bronze is a great compliment to any design featuring light colours, natural wood cabinetry or earthy tones. And if you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to upgrade those older Almond or Beige appliances, then wait no more Sunset Bronze is a near-perfect replacement.

On the downside, Sunset Bronze is relatively new and not market-tested. Simply put, there’s no guarantee the finish will be available in a few years if you need to replace a broken appliance.

But what the heck, live dangerously. Sunset Bronze is just that good looking.

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Snow White

This isn’t your grandmother’s white finish. White goes way back to the first appliances, but Whirlpool’s brought white finishes into the Twenty-First Century with a sleek reboot. The perfect complement to any kitchen and cabinet colour, this new white finish will pop in any kitchen while adding a down-to-earth elegance to it that cold stainless steel can’t match.

White appliance finishes always had a clean look, and when you consider how high maintenance stainless steel finishes are, there’s no contest. If you have small children, or your kitchen gets a lot of use then you may want to consider a brilliant white finish from Whirlpool.

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Back in Black

Don’t call it a comeback, black has been around for years. Sitting back here, making everybody look good. The perfect match to dark cabinetry, high contrast or minimalist kitchen designs, black brings elegance to any modern or throwback look.

Perfect for large kitchens, and ultra-modern designs, black finishes tend to darken a room so they’re not amazing for small spaces, or someone looking for a cozy, more homey vibe.

If you’re looking for a low maintenance option, then black has you covered. Black finishes hide smudges and wipe clean easily. If you’ve got little one running around, then black is definitely something to consider.

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And just like that, Whirlpool’s got you and your appliances covered. With Brandsource and Whirlpool new class of designer finishes, there’s never been a better time to buy.

Isabelle, Your Appliance Expert

Well, Thanksgiving is over. The food has been eaten, the dishes are done, the family has all gone, and now all that’s left to do is curl up and take a nap as you … oh wait. There’s one problem.

What. To. Do. With. The. Leftovers.

Sure, you could wait a few hours for your stomach to settle and chow down on them right now. Or you could crack open that freezer and make Thanksgiving last for days to come! Let’s go with that one! Here’s how to freeze your Thanksgiving favourites and have food feasts that last for days or even weeks!

Time for Turkey

It’s great to have turkey leftovers around to reuse – turkey is perfect for sandwiches, a snack, or even to roll up with some cheese and just chomp down on.

When prepping the turkey for your freezer, make sure to separate the bones and the meat – you’ll want to freeze each on their own. And, if you are finding that your freezer just doesn’t have enough room for your turkey, well, then it’s past time for you to get a new one! Stop in today and take a tour of all the large GE freezer and refrigerator combos we have. You are sure to find one that’s just as big as your appetite!

Groovy Gravy

Yes, yes. Gravy can be frozen and you can stretch it out to last as long as possible, even if it does mean that you’ll have to keep pulling out your stretchy pants. If you want to freeze gravy, pour it into an ice cube tray. Now, you’ll have little cubes of gravy you can use whenever you want, on anything you want. You’re welcome.

Saving Stuffing

Stuffing is a Thanksgiving staple. If you want to keep Thanksgiving going for as long as possible, there’s no better way to do it than by keeping stuffing around.

To freeze it, throw stuffing in your favourite sealable, airtight container, and toss that stuffing in the freezer where it will stay good for many, many meals to come. What about after that?
Well, that’s easy. Reheat it in your oven!

Oh, your oven hasn’t been working lately? Or you are unhappy with how it heats food? No problem. We can help with that, too. Let one of our helpful sales associates know what type of oven you are looking for, and they’ll be glad to assist you.

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Plentiful Pies

Well, we are going to have to make an exception to the rule for this one. Sure, this blog is about freezing Thanksgiving food to help it last longer, but there’s one problem. Pies just don’t play well with the freezer. It isn’t our fault! At least now you know.

But no matter what you are looking for – a bigger freezer for your Thanksgiving leftovers, an oven to reheat said leftovers, or any other kitchen appliance – we’re always here to help make sure you leave the store as happy as if you’ve just walked away from a Thanksgiving feast.

Whatever we can do to help you on your appliance journey, we will do. So, stop in today. We’re always thankful for your support, and we know you’ll be thankful for the personal care and attention we give all of our customers.

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Amanda, Your Appliance Expert

It’s a tale as old as time: You open your dishwasher to do a load of dishes, and a giant wave of nausea sweeps over you as an unbridled, nasty reek pummels your nostrils into sadness and submission.

Yup. Something is definitely, totally, 100 percent wrong. The good news is that there is a solution to your problem. Several, in fact! First, let’s try to figure out what is causing that smell and get to the root of the problem.

Trapped in the Filter

The first thing you want to check when your dishwasher smells worse than two-month-old roadkill that’s been baking in the hot sun like an omelette of death and disease is the washer’s filter/trap. When was the last time you cleaned your filter? Have you ever even looked at the filter? Did you even know that your dishwasher had a filter? Well, now you do. You’re welcome.

We aren’t here to judge! Just to help. Clean that sucker out, and see if that helps the smell problem at all. If not, keep reading. We’ll get to the bottom of that smell even if it kills our noses first.

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A Home for Mould

Remember when we said we weren’t here to judge? We really mean it. We’re just trying to help you keep your appliances in the best shape possible. We want your stuff to last as long as it can.

With that in mind, we do have one small little question: How often do you do dishes? This is a totally judgement-free zone, so be honest. If the answer is “Not that often,” then that could be part of the problem.

If you leave your dishwasher closed for long periods of time, it creates an environment for mould to take over. There are a few ways to avoid this: You can wash dishes more often – you even save water by washing them in a dishwasher versus washing them by hand! – or you can make sure to leave your dishwasher open just a crack to let it air and dry out.

Of course, if The Rot has already taken hold, you may need to give it a deep cleaning, as well.

What Lies Below

Despite the best-laid plans of mice and men, it is possible that your washer’s odour issue is not because of something you did. It could be a problem that was out of your own hands.

If you’ve cleaned and scrubbed and rub-a-dub-dubbed and your dishwasher still smell, then you might want to check underneath and behind the dishwasher. Be primed for the worst, however: It’s possible that a rodent died underneath it and is the source of all your problems. Sob.

Of course, these are only a few possible reasons why your dishwasher may have turned into a party for scents and rodents. Maybe your dishwasher is too far gone, and there is no turning back from the dark and dingy road your neglect has set your dishwasher upon. If that’s the case, there is only one solution that will work: Buying a new one.

That doesn’t have to be a painful solution, though. Come on down to our store, we’ll help you find the Whirlpool dishwasher that will best suit your needs. Just, please, try to clean and care for this one more often!

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Amanda, Your Appliance Expert