Episode 4:

Helpful tips for choosing appliances to suit your
lifestyle and budget

There are many important decisions to be made when your kitchen is getting a facelift. Your appliances are the workhorses of the room, but don't assume that all refrigerators, stoves and dishwashers are created equal. With many options to choose from, you'll be able to find the ones that fit your lifestyle, cooking habits, and budget perfectly. So be sure to do your homework and pick the appliances that offer all the options you need to make every meal at home a gourmet feast!

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Sarah's big-box store Challenge!

Watch as Sarah renovates a rundown house into a stunning design statement… all with items available at Lowe's stores!

Get The Look

Here are a few key elements we used to make this kitchen better than new… and yes, it's all from Lowe's!

A RANGE OF CHOICES:

Great style and good prices aren't always mutually exclusive. Even a 30" range can offer professional styling features - 5 burners, power elements and sleek steel knobs are all available in an everyday sized model. You can get top notch performance and all the features you want in the snack bracket you can afford.

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LG 5.4CF Range - Item #255497

REFRIGERATOR:

If sleek styling is your mandate, be sure to consider a counter depth refrigerator. A counter depth model is designed to tie in seamlessly with your standard depth lower cabinets so the refrigerator doesn't protrude too far out into the circulation space of the kitchen (and saves up to 5" in depth). And when it comes to choices, you can forgo the standard side-by-side model and explore your options - with double french doors, an in-door dispensing system, and double freezer drawers, you'll be able to keep your food fresh - and easy to access!

Want the look?

LG Counter Depth Fridge - Item #406113

THE BACKSPLASH:

Think of your backsplash as a place to make your very own signature design statement. You may not have money in your budget to use decorative marble all over your floor, but a backsplash is only 1.5 feet tall in most areas, so you won't need too much square footage. Look for materials and colours that incorporate the palette of your overall kitchen scheme and your backsplash will act as a unifying element to tie it all together. This kitchen features grey lower cabinets and creamy white upper cabinets, and this swirled marble mosaic blends both beautifully.

Want the look?

Terra Verre Silver Lining 2"x4" Tile Backsplash - Item #303254

TIP: When installing a decorative backsplash, plan to tile right up to the underside of the vent hood. It's practical for cooking messes, but it also allows you to get extra visual impact since the backsplash will be installed at eye level and visible from all angles of the kitchen.

MICROWAVE:

Integrating a microwave into your kitchen layout is often an afterthought since many people don't consider it a major appliance. If you don't want to end up with the microwave sitting on your counter, why not plan to tuck it in under the counter in an out of the way, but easy-to-access spot? With room to spare, you can add a large drawer beneath the microwave which comes in handy for stashing re-usable food containers, baking accessories, or even recycling.

Nailing The Details

TOASTER

Cuisinart Four Slice Stainless Steel Toaster
Item #270847

DISHWASHER

LG Stainless Steel Dishwasher - LDF8072
Item #316253

MICROWAVE

Panasonic Genius Inverter 20" 698S
Item #342340

The Grand Finale

Feeling inspired? Get started at Lowe's…

Boardwalk Maple Door in Harbour Mist
Counter Depth Fridge
#406113
Viatera Quartz - Denali Perimeter Counters
Professional installation of the kitchen and countertops provided by Lowe's Installation Services
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