Renowned for their amazing oven technology, ILVE have introduced the most advanced kitchen range hood on the market - the modern space age design VELA canopy range hood comes with a simple to use LCD T.V screen, giving the ultimate indulgence for the hardworking home chef.

The kitchen has evolved over time into more than just a place for preparing meals. It has become the hub of the home, the meeting place for families, couples and friends. The VELA canopy range hood is the perfect addition to this environment to keep family and friends close.

Quiet and powerful, the latest addition to the ILVE range hood collection is perfect for those mums and dads who spend a lot of time in the kitchen and want to keep up to date with the latest news events. Or for those avid cooks who want to follow their favourite cooking shows.

Marco Valerio Agretti is the accomplished Italian designer behind this fantastic VELA range hood design. Born in Perugia in Italy, Marco graduated from the University of Venice in 1991 and is recognised for his cutting edge designs. VELA is a perfect example of his creative genius. With its sleek and attention-grabbing design, the VELA range hood has the power to remove all cooking fumes, including indoor barbecuing and the most intense grilling or stir-frying cooking with its fantastic 4 speed touch control extraction. It also has an optional automatic switch-on and speed regulation.

ILVE has always put effortless maintenance and cleaning at the forefront of their designs. The VELA range hood is made from extremely high quality stainless steel and also boasts a touch screen on both designs, making it easy to control and clean as well. It also has a light indicator for filter management and washable anti-grease filter.

The ILVE VELA range hood demands attention and offers all the perfect qualities fit for the modern kitchen. The ILVE VELA range hood is available from ILVE showrooms and selected retailers Australia wide. For more information contact your local ILVE showroom

If you love the look of clean lines and no clutter in a kitchen then a minimalist kitchen design would be the preferred choice for you.

The problem with sleek, minimalist kitchens is the fact that the sink and tap can detract from the overall look. Ernestomeda have come up with a solution to this problem by designing an automated kitchen island which hides the sink and tap. The kitchen island opens and closes only when it senses a person in front of it. Walk away and it closes!

The island shown is finished in American Walnut and more information on this can be seen at Ernestomeda

How long has the appliance dealer been in business?

Not every appliance store stands the test of time. If an appliance store goes out of business, consumers may have to fight to get what they paid for. When American Appliance filed for bankruptcy in April 2001, the attorneys general from New Jersey, Delaware and Pennsylvania had to negotiate an agreement to protect consumers who never received the products they’d purchased, had their personal appliances awaiting repairs at the company’s stores, or had existing service contracts. Even then, consumers needed to act fast so as not to forfeit their right to the merchandise. Choose an appliance dealer with a strong track record because it’s a good sign that they’ve out-performed the competition and will stay in business for many generations to come.

Is the appliance dealer a member of a national buying group?

As a member of a national buying group, stores are able to increase their purchasing power by working together to negotiate contracts with manufacturers. As a result, each group member saves money on everything they purchase. This enables locally-owned stores and smaller chains to compete successfully with all other national and regional appliance dealers. Appliance dealers that are part of a buying group are able to pass the savings on to their customers by offering competitive pricing on top brands.

Is the store an authorized retailer?

When a store is an authorized retailer, it means that it’s approved by the manufacturer to sell a particular brand. There are many benefits to buying from an authorized retailer. Manufacturers provide authorized appliance dealers with frequent up-to-date training and industry news. That means that you can depend on authorized appliance dealers to have the most current information about the brand. They’ll also make sure that you receive any notifications about product recalls and product modifications that affect your appliances in a timely manner. By choosing an authorized appliance dealer, you can also count on the manufacturer’s warranty of your purchase to be valid and legitimate. Most manufacturers will only accept a request for service under warranty with a proof of purchase from an authorized retailer.

What do customers have to say about the appliance dealer’s quality, selection and service?

Word-of-mouth is a powerful tool for discovering which stores are worth shopping and which stores to avoid. You should ask your friends, family, and neighbors which appliance stores they recommend. Online consumer websites are also a valuable source for store reviews and ratings. The best appliance dealers attract repeat customers. You can also find trustworthy appliance dealers through reports by the Better Business Bureau (http://welcome.bbb.org/).

Finding a reputable appliance dealer can take a bit of research, but it’s worth the time and effort in the long run. By asking these simple questions, you’ll be sure to find a name you can trust.

About Mrs. G TV & Appliances

This article was provided by Mrs. G TV & Appliances, a family-owned retail appliance and TV super store. Mrs. G’s sells more than 70 brands of designer kitchen appliances and electronics and takes pride in its courteous, knowledgeable staff and customer service support team. For more information, please visit http://www.mrsgs.com/.