4 Home Appliance Features You Never Knew You Needed

With today’s fast-paced technology-driven world, it can be difficult to decide what appliance features actually make your life easier. As appliance experts, we’re here to help cut through the noise. So, we put together this list of 4 must-have appliance features, you never knew you couldn’t live without.

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1. Laundry Detergent Reservoir

While it may not be readily obvious, a laundry detergent reservoir can save you a lot of time and stress. If you have kids (or a particularly clumsy spouse), you know how much of a mess pouring laundry detergent can be.

Most individuals do 1 - 2 loads of laundry a week. Add a spouse, kids, or roommate and that number can multiply exponentially.

Detergent tanks like the Optimal Dose Dispenser from Maytag or the Load & Go Detergent Dispenser from Whirlpool, both allow you to pour up to 12 loads of HE detergent at once, which cuts down chances that you’ll come home to a mess.

Plus, both the Optimal Dose system and the Load & Go System know exactly when and how much detergent to add for your selected cycle, keeping your clothes extra clean and your wallet a little more green.

2. Induction Cooktop

The future is here. Imagine touching a stove while it’s on high and not getting burned. Well, induction cooktops do just that.

Induction cooktops differ from other heating methods by using an electromagnetic field to heat pots and pans directly, rather than getting hot and then transfering that heat to your cookware.

If that’s too scientific, the big takeaway here is that this style of cooktop is extremely efficient, making it fast and energy-saving. Some, like the Bertazzoni Cooktop featured to the right, even have heat available instantaneously. And, because it’s cool to the touch, you can rest easy knowing that little hands and wandering paws are safe, even if you look away for a moment.

Featured Product: Bertazzoni Professional Series Induction Cooktop (P365IAE)

Featured Product: Whirlpool Front Load Washer and Electric Dryer (WFW90HEFC + WED90HEFC)

3. Laundry Pedestals

If your laundry room is feeling a little cluttered, pedestals might be a great option. Not only do they raise front load washers and dryers to a comfortable height, stopping you from constantly bending over, they also are great for home organization.

Most laundry peds (like the ones featured on the left) are large enough to hold a full size bottle of detergent, dryer sheets, hangers, rags, and miscellaneous supplies you just can’t seem to find a place for, instantly freeing up space.

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4. Samsung Family Hub

Samsung is a company known for its electronics. So, it would make sense that if you were to buy a smart fridge, you would want one from Samsung.

But, if you’re on the fence about smart fridges in general, picture this: You’re at the grocery and see your favorite brownie mix. Spur of the moment, you decide to buy some. But wait! Do you need more eggs? Is the milk still good? If only you could see inside your fridge from here.

Well you can.

...if you have Family Hub, that is. See inside your fridge from everywhere; Set expiration date notifications (No more sniffing sour milk!); Jam out to music from spotify while you’re cooking. Even make shopping lists right on your fridge that update in real time and are easily accessible on your smartphone.

Featured Product: Samsung 28.0 cu.ft., 4-door refrigerator with Family Hub™ 2.0. (RF28M9580SG)

Mountain High Appliance is here to help! Most of the appliances in our showroom are live, so you can test drive your new dream appliance, before writing a check. If you have any questions about the features in this article, one of our friendly and knowledgeable sales specialists would be happy to answer it! Visit us at one of our many locations, including 1130 Pine, Louisville, CO, 80027 or call us at 1.877.668.6844.