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Checking out the 2010 IBS

Checking out the 2010 IBS

After 10 hours of trucking around the 2010 International Builders' Show at the Convention Center in Las Vegas, I finally have a chance to put my feet up and comment on some of the cooler products and innovations I saw on day #1. Whirlpool's MicroEtch refrigerator...

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Rebates on Old Appliances

Rebates on Old Appliances

Getting rid of an old refrigerator is one of the best ways to reduce electricity use. The fridge is one of the biggest power hogs in the home, and older models can use up to twice as much electricity as new ones. Electric companies will sometimes give rebates to...

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Pop Quiz: Efficient Freezing

Pop Quiz: Efficient Freezing

True or False? A full freezer is more efficient than a half-filled freezer. Answer? True. A full freezer is more efficient. Once something freezes it helps in keeping the surrounding items cool, and its volume reduces the amount of air circulation needed in the...

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