Author Archive for Krissy Davis

Stacking Kits – How to organise your washer and dryer

August 9th, 2017 by

Stacking kits... Do I need one? How do they work? What laundry appliances can I stack? And perhaps the most common question of them all, what actually is a stacking kit? If you find yourself asking these questions, you’ve clicked onto the right post. We answer your questions and give you a bit of background information on the whole stacking kit business, starting with the most basic of ... Read more

What you can cook in a pressure cooker, and how

July 31st, 2017 by

Whether you’re in the market for a new pressure cooker or you’re simply after pressure cooker recipes and cooking tips, you've come to the right place. And the good news is, your recipe options are almost endless. From puddings and mulled wine to the more traditional beef stew and French onion soup, a good electric pressure cooker can handle it with aplomb. But before we get into it, ... Read more

6 common washing machine problems and how to solve them

June 30th, 2017 by

We all make mistakes, but some mistakes have harsher consequences than others.  Forgetting to pick up the milk at the shops is small fry compared with a blunder that could potentially ruin your clothes and/or wreck a pricey laundry appliance. Here are six common problems that can crop up when using a washing machine, and a few possible solutions to save you stress, time, effort and money ... Read more

Pressure Cookers, Multi Cookers and Slow Cookers, oh my! | A buying guide to small cookers

June 28th, 2017 by

It's cold and wet, and the 'typical' Aussie attire has dramatically changed from thongs and shorts to boots and oversized scarves. During this time of year, dinner usually consists of hearty meals that feel warm and comforting with every spoonful.  They tend to be filling, and packed with vegetables and protein. It's one thing to talk about delicious winter warmers, but to create them on a daily ... Read more

Get the right size washer – washing machine capacity explained

June 16th, 2017 by

Washing machines come in all shapes and sizes, so it’s important to choose one that perfectly suits your household’s needs. If you pick a washer that's too small for your family, you'll have to waste time and effort running multiple cycles. But if you choose an oversized appliance, you'll lose money on increased running costs for power and water that you're not using. Figuring out the right size ... Read more

Appliances Online’s guide to the perfect Aussie Summer

December 21st, 2016 by

The kids are home from school, the temperature’s reaching the mid-20s before 9 am, and the freezer is filled with BBQ meat and ice blocks, that could only mean one thing! Summer is here in all its glory. [caption id="attachment_35295" align="aligncenter" width="400"] Image courtesy of pat138241 at FreeDigitalPhotos.net[/caption] We here at Appliances Online have teamed up with a few of our summer favourite brands to bring you, The Appliances Online ... Read more

Appliances Online wins big at the 2016 Online Retail Industry Awards!

July 25th, 2016 by

Last Thursday, the 21 st of July, was a spectacular night! The food, outstanding; the drinks, flowing; the atmosphere, dazzling; and Appliances Online, took home 4 awards from the Startrack Online Retail Awards! Yes, you heard right. Appliances Online took out Best Pure-Play Online Retailer and Online Retailer of the Year, while our founder and CEO of the Winning Group, John Winning, received the Industry Recognition Award. Appliances Online ... Read more

Gas Heaters- what you want and need to know

June 10th, 2016 by

It’s getting cold in here!   The months of June, July and August in Australia can mean many different things to many different Australians. Some people celebrate the Birthday of Her Majesty the Queen, while others gear up to hit the slopes at Thredbo, as the Queen’s Birthday long weekend is also  traditionally seen as the opening of the snow season. Image courtesy of Ventrilock at FreeDigitalPhotos.net Over in the North ... Read more

Microwave Madness!! | Appliances Online

March 29th, 2016 by

From cooking mug cakes to disinfecting chopping boards, and everything in between, you may not know it but the trusty microwave can actually do more than just reheat last night’s leftover lasagne. Appliances Online's Jo Devery says: “The trusty microwave has become a staple of the kitchen, which we have come to rely upon for those lazy leftover meals and late night popcorn cravings, however it can ... Read more

The Perfect Pair with Fisher & Paykel | Appliances Online

March 23rd, 2016 by

Some things just go perfectly together- Wine and cheese, fish and chips, washers and dryers. About that last one – how well-matched are YOUR laundry appliances? For a long time the laundry space didn't even get a second thought, and not many people bothered about laundry rooms, leaving their washing machine and or dryer just being placed in the corner of their garage or shed. [caption id="attachment_34806" align="aligncenter" width="700"] ... Read more

How to fall in love with your fridge, again | Organisational tips for a cleaner refrigerator

February 18th, 2016 by

Do you remember the excitement of seeing your newly-bought fridge  being pushed on a trolley down your hallway, on its way to your kitchen by the delivery team? Or the excitement you had when you finally got to place all your food and drinks into the shiny, clean cavity? [caption id="attachment_34726" align="aligncenter" width="400"] Image courtesy of sritangphoto at FreeDigitalPhotos.net[/caption] Or what about the joy you had of sticking ... Read more

How to clean your most touched electronics, and why it should be done regularly

February 12th, 2016 by

Being the 21st Century, the majority of Australian homes will be filled with laptops, smart phones, televisions, desktop computers, headphones, cameras and tablets. Not only do these gadgets keep us entertained on our commute home, or let us watch our favourite soap opera that we know we shouldn't (but can’t help to because we secretly love the drama!), but these gadgets also make our everyday lives ... Read more

Our most popular products of 2015 | Appliances Online

January 22nd, 2016 by

2015 was the year Cadbury released dairy milk, limited edition Vegemite flavoured chocolate. [caption id="attachment_34636" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Image soured from yummylummy[/caption] It was also the year Tony Abbott bit into an onion on live TV like it was nothing. And let’s not forget how Bondi was left covered in sand after powerful winds back in April. [caption id="attachment_34638" align="aligncenter" width="720"] Image sourced from disqusfeed[/caption] Yes, 2015 was a good year. It ... Read more

Coming soon to Appliances Online! The new 13 Place Setting Dishwasher range from Dishlex

January 6th, 2016 by

Piles stacked high of dirty dishes; endless arguments of whose turn it is to do the dishes; dirty sponges and broken dish brushes fill the sink, along with dirty foam. If this sounds all too familiar, then perhaps your kitchen is in need of a sparkling new dishwasher. We are super excited to introduce the brand-new range of dishwashers from Dishlex that will soon be available to ... Read more

Christmas cleaning tips & hacks for a stress-free holiday season

December 30th, 2015 by

All the presents have been unwrapped, the fridge is full of leftover Christmas ham & potato salad, the trees ornaments can be found scattered all over the place, and the house has been a bomb site of toys, food and dishes for the past couple of days. Now that Christmas Day is over, and it’s slowly creeping into the New Year, it’s definitely about time to ... Read more