Archive for the ‘Fridges & Freezers’ Category

‘The Big Frieze’ – artist sketches cool drawings on fridge

January 22nd, 2013 by

Whenever I look at my fridge, I think: food. (Either that, or: 'Gee I'm glad I bought this great quality Fisher & Paykel top mount refrigerator from Appliances Online!'). Turns out I'm quite unimaginative. Because Charlie Layton, a Philadelphia-based artist, instead looked at his fridge and thought: canvas. Realising that the surface of his fridge was made out of the same material as a whiteboard, Charlie started sketching ... Read more

Appliances Online’s New Year Sale: A VERY cool change in the summer heat

January 10th, 2013 by

Hot enough for ya'? "Yeah," you say, whilst administering a swift kick to our teeth. Who can blame you? We're all tired, a bit sun-burned ... and there's more than a little sweat-rash going round to make everyone cranky. 'Kay, everyone agree - it's a stinking hot summer. Well, take a chill pill: Appliances Online is running a New Year's Sale right now that'll make dealing with ... Read more

Need something to sweeten our current fridge deals? Take a look at these promotions

November 29th, 2012 by

Appliances Online currently has almost 500 fridge and freezer models on sale, from leading brands such as Bosch, Samsung, SMEG, LG, Whirlpool, Westinghouse and Electrolux. But not only can you save up to 40 per cent off a new refrigerator and have it delivered in time for holiday celebrations, but there are also some additional offers available. Whirlpool No doubt you'll want to use your new fridge straight away, ... Read more

Top uses for your refrigerator that don’t involve food

November 27th, 2012 by

We certainly like thinking outside of the box here at Appliances Online, and our latest fridge sale has got us thinking … what happens if your refrigerator could be used for more than just food? After some thorough investigation and lots of trial and error, we've come up with a number of uses for this trusty appliance that don't involve food. Unseal and reseal an envelope Whether it's because ... Read more

Awesomely TERRIBLE appliance-related stock photos!

November 9th, 2012 by

Blogging for Appliances Online, you’ll inevitably find yourself having to trace the odd stock photo. Some, you know, generic image when you haven’t personally had the time to take a picture of a pregnant woman drinking scotch while she loads a dishwasher (for that article about some safety feature or other). We’re amazed - read delighted - at the amount of ridiculous awful or just plain weird ... Read more

What type of fridge should I buy?

November 8th, 2012 by

Gone are the days of a one-size-fits-all approach to refrigerators - everything from capacity, colour and compartments can now be more suited to the needs of Australian households. But with so much choice available, one of the biggest decisions customers now have to make is what style of fridge to purchase. Factors such as the size and decor of your kitchen, the number of people in your household ... Read more

What the heck is Holiday Mode, and will you need it this year?

November 1st, 2012 by

In these last couple of months before Christmas, New Years and all that jazz, it’s high time for many of us to start sorting out our plans for the season. Will you be going away?  Visiting distant family?  Getting away from it all on a beach, up a mountain, or across the seas? In between planning the transport, the accommodation, and how much everything is going to cost, ... Read more

Save on GE fridges until November 4!

November 1st, 2012 by

GE is a name that is synonymous with infrastructure and finance around the world - but did you know that they also manufacturer home appliances? Not only is GE one of the most popular kitchen brands in the US, the company's side-by-side and three-door fridges are on offer to Australian households. Innovative technology and stylish aesthetics come together in perfect synergy, making GE fridges not only a pleasure ... Read more

A saga of schnitzel, beer and fridges: Appliances Online on-tour in Germany

October 23rd, 2012 by

Recently, a member of the Appliances Online team was lucky enough to be taken on an all-expenses-paid trip to Germany courtesy of the Liebherr Group, one of our suppliers of elite fridges. The mission statement was to get grips with a truly primo brand and behold German efficiency and innovation in the flesh. Oh and that the trip coincided with Oktoberfest was a neat caveat. Here is the ... Read more

Prisoners & surgeons paint fridges for the Darwin Fridge Festival

October 16th, 2012 by

Every year, just as the weather starts to heat up, Darwin pays tribute to the humble fridge. Celebrating art, creativity, environmental sustainability, and the advantages of being able to keep your food refrigerated within a tropical climate, the Darwin Fridge Festival has been coyly described as 'The World's Coolest Festival'. Festival Director Natalie Sprite explains: "The Darwin Fridge Festival is a celebration of Darwin, its people and the ... Read more

Save money on your power bill – tips for efficiently running your fridge

October 3rd, 2012 by

Sometimes the real cost of a new kitchen appliance doesn’t become apparent until a few months after its purchase, when your next electricity bill arrives.  And with energy prices always changing, it's always worth finding ways to reduce the amount of power your appliances guzzle. Here are a few tips on how to keep an everyday fridge running efficiently and effectively: Keep it full Fridges operate by chilling the ... Read more

50s style with 21st Century technology: SMEG goes retro

September 28th, 2012 by

Ever since its inception in the 1940s, SMEG has been a style leader. Located in the same region of Italy as iconic designers, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, and Versace, SMEG's motto is 'technology with style'. Back in the era when appliances were considered to be nothing more than utilitarian workhorses, SMEG was creating ovens, cooktops and dishwashers that not only worked perfectly, but improved the aesthetic appeal ... Read more

Haier: affordable appliances you can rely on

September 27th, 2012 by

It's a common scenario: you're saving your money for something special (such as a trip to Bali or a new addition to the family), and your washing machine breaks down. Now not only do you have a mountain of dirty laundry, but you've got to somehow find the cash for new washer! If you find yourself in this kind of situation – don't despair. Thanks to companies like ... Read more

LG introduces full door-in-door fridges to Australia

August 16th, 2012 by

Just when you thought the number of doors offered with your fridge couldn't increase any more, Korean brand LG is bringing the first full door-in-door variety to the Australian market from next month. The technology sees a specially designed dual access system added, allowing customers to conveniently store their most popular chilled items behind a unique panel in the front door. The latest range of LG fridges focuses ... Read more

Top three factors to consider when buying whitegoods

August 3rd, 2012 by

Making purchases of whitegoods online is fast becoming the norm, but there are some important factors to keep in mind to make sure the experience is a pleasant one. Will it fit? It may seem obvious to measure up the space in your kitchen for a new fridge, but have you thought about how to get your new purchase through the front door? Some customers may think that it's ... Read more