Gerhard's Appliances Buyers Guide

How to create the ultimate video gaming center

Posted on May 17, 2012 by admin

Many of us who grew up with Nintendo in the '80s still love a good video game. The technology has come a long way, so why not splurge a bit on some high-end enjoyment? Gerhard's Appliances offers affordable options on the very best in entertainment centers and gaming TVs.

Switch up your usual sports' night and have the guys over for a round of Madden on the PS3. Graphics will look photoreal and clear as glass with Sony's 40" LCD HD TV. This television offers top-of-the-line 1080p high-definition images, as bright and clear as midday on the football field itself. After you finish a few games and decide you want to relax, a Sony Blu-Ray player can turn your gaming center into a home movie theater. Don't worry about cords and plugs either – Sony's LCD HD TV comes with four seperate HD inputs for gaming, blu ray and even PC connectors for a new generation of slide shows. Built with gamers in mind, the TV also offers handheld gaming hookups, so you can play your Sony or Nintendo handheld games on the big screen.

Set up a great sound system and you and your buddies will hear every fumble and hike. Immerse yourself in your game with surround sound, or one of Sony's 3D Sound Bar Systems. These wireless speakers provide room-filling sound in stellar high-definition. So why not grab some of the guys and boot up the PS3? Or throw an ever-popular Wii dinner party? Don't enjoy your new gaming center alone – play with friends! Social gaming is one of the best things video games have to offer.

Tips to get you through your road trip

Posted on May 11, 2012 by admin

With summer vacations only a few weeks away, you may already be planning your road trip across the country to visit family and friends or another beautiful destination. Anyone who's ever been in a car for an extended period of time with small children will tell you that boredom is going to set in sooner or later, so you'll need a few planned activities to get your family through it. Thankfully, there are many new Gerhards appliances that can help you out on your trip.

1. Portable DVD players. Giving your kids a chance to watch their favorite movies and TV shows is a wonderful way to pass the time, so consider investing in a portable DVD player for each of them. The Coby 7 inch Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Player will allow your kids to play all of their favorite media while admiring the beautiful landscape. The product also comes with anti-skip circuitry, so if you hit a bump in the road, your child's movie won't be interrupted. Best of all, when you reach your destination, you can plug it into a home theater system and be able to play your media with the touch of a button.

2. Create a few games. A couple of road trip games are a wonderful way to pass the time, so look up a few of them before you hit the road. Trying to spot license plates from all 50 states is sure to keep your kids busy, and you can give them a pen and paper to cross each one off the list. According to WeJustGotBack.com, a family trivia game could be a great choice. Ask your kids trivia questions about members of your family to teach them about your genealogy and they may just learn a few new things about your extended family.

3. A book on tape. While some people are fine reading in vehicles, car sickness can be a big problem. You can get the best of both worlds by putting in a book on tape. This will allow you and your family to sit back and listen to a good story while you make your way to your destination.

A road trip can be a wonderful bonding experience for your family or a complete nightmare, so make sure you plan ahead so everyone is comfortable on your journey.

Top 3 advantages of a portable dishwasher

Posted on May 8, 2012 by admin

If you're moving into your first place in the city, you may have to deal with a kitchen with substandard appliances when you're just getting started. Thankfully, there is an ever-expanding market of modern devices that can allow you to enjoy the conveniences of an upscale kitchen at a much friendlier price. A portable dishwasher is one of these Gerhards appliances that will help you transition to urban life. Here are a few reasons why you should consider purchasing one of these handy devices.

1. Energy-efficiency. Traditional dishwashers use a staggering amount of water and energy to clean your dishware, but portable devices do more with less. Even reverting back to washing dishes by hand could potentially waste more water than a portable dishwasher. By being able to use the same amount of water for multiple loads, you can complete about two to three loads of dishes with a portable washer without having to empty it. This will save you hundreds of dollars in the long run and limit your impact on the environment.

2. They're portable! This may seem like a no-brainer, but when you're living in a cramped urban kitchen, every bit of space is at a premium. By being able to store your Gerhards appliance on a countertop or in your closet will give you more space to work with in your kitchen. This will give you extra room to accommodate microwaves, toasters and other modern devices that you'll accumulate over time. You can also bring your device on camping trips, set it up in a dorm room or install it in an RV – the possibilities are nearly endless!

3. Price. Compared to the price of an upscale dishwasher, a portable device is one of the best values in kitchen appliances on the market. This is especially handy for those who live in an urban area where budgets can be tight. If you don't have the space for a standard dishwasher, using a portable version could be a great compromise that will pay dividends in the long run.

Getting your new apartment ready for everyday use can certainly be a daunting task, but finding little ways to cut corners and reap the benefits of modern appliances can make your new home far more versatile. A portable dishwasher is the obvious choice for the new apartment dweller, and you'll continue to find new uses for it.

Modernize your kitchen with a new refrigerator

Posted on May 7, 2012 by admin

As you get into the process of spring cleaning in your home, you may start to notice that a few of your appliances and other furnishings may be outdated. While this could be the catalyst to go through with a full-scale remodeling project, you may simply want to replace a few of your aging devices with a few quality Gerhards appliances to give your kitchen a decorative boost. If a refrigerator is one of your main concerns, a French Door design could give your kitchen the modern touch you're looking for.

The Electrolux EW28BS71IS has a fabulous contemporary look that can work in any modern kitchen and is jam-packed with impressive features. The beautiful stainless steel French Door design comes with a dynamic blue LED display with exterior water and ice dispensers. The refrigerator also has a variety of glass shelves and internal lighting systems to make it easier to store and locate your favorite foods.

The device features a Perfect Temp® Drawer, which will allow you to store a selection of foods with unique temperature needs in a climate-controlled atmosphere by itself. The product's large freezer drawer is especially deep and easy to access, giving you more space to work with in the refrigerated zone and keeping all of your foods at the perfect temperature.

Replacing one or two large appliances in your kitchen now will save you plenty of extra work down the road when you decide to go through with a full-scale remodeling project. If your kitchen's devices have seen better days or you're simply in need of a change, there are many quality Gerhards appliances on the market that can improve your home's efficiency and allow you to reap the modern conveniences of the products.

Save space with a washer/dryer combo

Posted on May 4, 2012 by admin

Investing in a quality washer and dryer is one of the luxuries of owning your own home, but these devices can be extremely bulky and could inhibit the traffic flow of your house. While you may have a back room set aside for laundry purposes, it could also serve as a place for additional storage. If you're thinking of replacing your current machines or buying one for the first time, there are many quality Gerhards appliances that could do the job.

A washer/dryer combo is the best choice for your home and will open up the traffic flow of your laundry room dramatically. The LG WM3455HS 24" Compact Washer/Dryer Combo combines the utility of both machines into a sleek device. The product features the LoDecibel Quiet System, which reduces the sound generated during operation so you won't even know it's running.

The device doesn't require an external vent, so installing it into your home is a seamless procedure that won't require extensive remodeling. The washer/dryer combo also features an electronic control panel with an LED display, featuring an intuitive interface that allows you to set your load and walk away. Best of all, by combining both devices into one, you can fit extra drying racks and laundry baskets in your laundry room to give your garments the attention they deserve.

With all of the extra laundry you'll be doing over the next couple of months, from grass stains to camping attire to sports equipment, you'll need all the help you can get to make sure your family's clothing is clean. If you're sick of fumbling with your older models and want a major upgrade, this fabulous Gerhards appliance may be exactly what you're looking for.

Tips to improve your beverage presentation at your next barbecue

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

With spring and summer barbecue season already here, you're probably more than ready to fire up your grill and try out a few of your favorite seasonal recipes. While a well-cooked hamburger and a succulent rack of ribs is sure to get you more than a few kudos from your family and friends, it won't quite be perfect without a cool beverage to wash it down. Presentation is everything at your outdoor gatherings, so use a few of these tips to make sure that your libations are ready for your guests' arrival.

1. Put your beer and soda on ice early. Before your guests knock on your door, it's vital that you have a few cool drinks waiting for them by the time they step out on your patio. Large coolers packed with ice are always great options, but there is an art to packing these containers. Whether you're using bottles or cans, start by lining the bottom with your beverages then place a layer of ice and repeat until it is filled to the top. This will ensure that each drink is properly chilled and you won't have a few warm drinks settled at the top.

2. A serving tub. When your guests get to your house, you can transfer your already-chilled drinks to to a serving tub filled with ice that you can leave close to your seating or serving area. This will give your drinks an appealing touch that will leave your guests wanting just one more every time they walk by!

3. A wine cooler. If you have the space on your patio, adding a quality Gerhards appliance like a wine cooler will allow you to keep all of your wines at the best possible temperature. The Avanti EWC1201 could be a great option – it can hold up to 12 wine bottles and offers an innovative design that offers standing or vertical storage of up to four open bottles. Placing this underneath a table or near your seating area will allow you to keep all of your finest vintages perfectly chilled and ready to serve.

There are countless factors to look into when planning your outdoor barbecue, but improving the aesthetics of your beverage area may be the easiest. A few subtle changes and well-placed Gerhards appliances will put everything at your guests' disposal.

A few factors to keep in mind before switching to Blu-Ray

Posted on April 27, 2012 by admin

A few factors to keep in mind before you make the switch to Blu-Ray.

Now that your DVD collection has grown by leaps and bounds over the past decade, it may seem sacrilegious to shake up your multimedia area by adding a Blu-Ray player. However, this new format isn't as scary as it may seem. If you're in the market for one of these Gerhards appliances, there are a few things you should know that will make the decision a bit easier and may just convince you to make the switch and ensure that you're receiving the optimal picture quality from your setup.

1. Most Blu-Ray players are backwards compatible. What this means is that your expansive collection of DVDs won't have to be sold at a tag sale just yet. Most Blu-Ray players will be able to play all of your old DVDs and CDs for that matter to become the new nerve center of your home entertainment system. This will allow you to go out and stock up on all of your favorite new movies in the new format while still being able to watch your favorites.

2. Prices have dropped dramatically. Most new technologies will cost you an arm and a leg when they are first being introduced. In the case of Blu-Ray, this was certainly true when they were first released. Today, the media players are about the same price as DVD players were during the height of their popularity, and Blu-Ray discs are about the same price as standard DVDs. Simply put, making the switch to the new format is not as large of an undertaking as it may seem and will only be a small investment to see all of your favorite films in optimal quality.

3. HDMI cables. While a Blu-Ray player will give you high-definition picture quality, you don't want to send signals through your flat screen television with a pair of antiquated A/V cables. Investing in an HDMI cable will allow you to send both the audio and visual signals on one cable and enhance your sound and picture quality significantly. This will also help streamline the mess of cords you may have behind your TV.

There's no better time than now to take the plunge into a new Blu-Ray player, and it may just be the final piece you need in a stunning home entertainment system.

Top 3 tips to enhance the flavor of your charcoal-grilled food this summer

Posted on April 26, 2012 by admin

With summer on the horizon, many homeowners will take advantage of their outdoor spaces to throw their fair share of outdoor gatherings, and chances are, grilling will be involved. If you consider yourself a grilling savant, you wouldn't cook on anything but a charcoal grill. However, there are many intricacies that go along with your Gerhards appliance, so if you're looking to maximize every bit of flavor out of your grilled food this summer, use the following tips to your advantage.

1. Skip the lighter fluid. While lighter fluid is certainly the easiest way to light a stack of charcoal briquettes, it can affect the taste of your food negatively if you use too much. To avoid this, invest in an electric fire starter. These inexpensive devices are placed into the center of a pile of charcoal and will take about five to 10 minutes before it becomes glowing hot. It may take a bit longer, but this is one of the best ways to start a fire and keep the taste of your food as natural as possible.

2. A clean grilling surface. While the ash trap on the bottom of your grill is meant to hold the leftover charcoal of multiple meals, it's best to empty this out before each grilling session. The small particulates that are left over after each meal can affect the taste of each meal, so get rid of them from the get-go. Additionally, you should make an effort to clean off your grill grates and other cooking surfaces before you cook so no residual flavors will affect the taste of your meal.

3. Use tin foil to your advantage. Whether you're cooking over direct or indirect heat, tin foil is one of the best ways to slow-cook meats and veggies to perfection. For instance, if you're cooking an oven-roaster chicken on your charcoal grill, cover the top of the chicken with tin foil so that the skin doesn't become burned during the cooking process. This can also help to seal in many of the juices that are lost during cooking.

Summertime is one of the most enjoyable times of the year for grilling enthusiasts, so fire up your charcoal grill and get cracking on your favorite seasonal recipes.

Cut down on what you’re dragging to the curb each week with a trash compactor

Posted on April 25, 2012 by admin

As you approach your kitchen remodeling project, you may start to look into Gerhards appliances like refrigerators, microwaves and ovens, but there are plenty of new-age devices out there that can improve the utility of your cooking space. If you're sick of lugging out huge bags of garbage every few days to the curb, you may be able to reduce the frequency of this taxing chore and limit your impact on the environment with a trash compactor.

The Kitchenaid Fully Integrated Console S Series is one of the best products on the market to consider and will reduce your trash volume by 80 percent. This built-in design will take the place of your existing trash can or similar-sized cabinet and improve your kitchen's versatility with ease. The product's black and stainless steel finish also lends to its beautiful appeal, and it can be incorporated into just about any modern kitchen's interior design.

The device also features an odor management system, which will minimize the impact of food smells in your kitchen, even if the food has been compacted in the past. The product also offers the Whisper Quiet ® Plus feature, which reduces the sound produced by the compactor during operation to make your kitchen a far less noisy place.

Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of your new Gerhards appliance is that it can actually reduce your carbon footprint over time. Since you won't be bringing out extra garbage cans, you will be able to cut down on the emissions it takes to bring your trash to a landfill. Additionally, the reduction in the use of garbage bags will also help you become more sustainable for the long haul.

A portable air conditioner could be the best way to keep cool this summer

Posted on April 25, 2012 by admin

Summer is just around the corner, which means that battling heat and humidity will become an everyday occurrence. If installing central air is out of the question and a wall-mounted air conditioner just won't work with your home's layout, there are a wealth of Gerhards appliances available that can make your home far more hospitable during the hottest times of the year.

A portable air conditioner may be the perfect answer to your home cooling needs, and it can be wheeled throughout your house to provide a steady stream of cool air wherever you need. One option to consider is the Danby DPAC11010. This device combines an air conditioner, dehumidifier and a fan all in one, which is the best means of treating the air in a given room and making it far more inviting.

The appliance has an 11,000 BTU cooling capacity, which can ensure that the device will effectively cool a room that measures up to 450 square feet. The 54-pint dehumidifier and the efficient three speed fan will provide all of the temperature-treating ability you'll need to get through the summer. Best of all, the product features a direct drain option that will allow it to work continuously without being drained.

Much like a portable heater during the winter, this air conditioner can be wheeled throughout your home and will be there whenever you need to cool off. The product's sleek design will allow it to be right at home in your living room or bedroom's interior design, and it could be one of the best investments you'll make this season. Instead of sweating through another summer, invest in a Gerhards appliance to make your home far more comfortable and give it a modern touch for the new season.