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Are Korean refrigerators as reliable as those made in other countries?

Samsung and LG bottom freezer refrigerators both received top marks for reliability from customers, as reported by Consumer Reports. Their performance in this category beat out Swedish manufacturer Electrolux, as well as large appliance brands Whirlpool and Kitchenaid. Samsung and LG bottom-freezer models were also among the refrigerators recommended as top picks by the editorial staff of Consumer Reports, partially due to their quality of construction and reliability. LG did not score as highly with their side-by-side designs, though Samsung was still among the most reliable manufacturers in ..

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What are the benefits of a metal roof versus a shingle roof?

As of 2015, shingle roofs are still the dominant residential roof in the United States, and the fact that they have covered houses for decades may add to their continued popularity. On the other hand, metal roofs appeal to environmentally-conscious individuals both because they reflect heat in the summer, enabling residents to cut their air conditioning bills, and because metal often both contains recycled content and can be recycled once it has served its purpose. Some contractors point to a metal roof's wind- and fire-resistant properties, as well as its ability to halt leaks, as additi..

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What tools are needed for repairing a porcelain sink?

To repair a porcelain sink, use a hair dryer to dry the chipped area completely. If repair is done when the area is still damp or wet, the repair compound cannot stick and can easily chip off. Use the sandpaper to sand the chipped area only while avoiding scraping the surrounding porcelain surface. Repeat until the edges of the chipped area attain a smooth feel. Use a damp cotton swab dipped in the rubbing alcohol to clean the sanded area. Allow the area to dry for a few minutes before applying the mixture of porcelain repair compound and high gloss alkyd-based paint.\nTools required to repair..

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How often does The Brick offer discounts on refrigerators?

As of February 2015, the Brick has 10 clearance centres in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario. Other items that are on sale in these locations are sofas, beds, tables and more.\nThe Brick also offers discounts on refrigerators and other products through flyers. These can be found by clicking on the Save button found on The Brick's main page and then choosing Flyers. In the same menu, you can also choose Sale Items to look at discounted products available on the website itself. You can narrow down the category by choosing Appliances, then clicking on Kitchen and finally clicking o..

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Which GE washer and dryer models have been recalled?

The GE Profile front-load washing machines manufactured between December 2006 and February 2010 were voluntarily recalled on June 10, 2010. The recall occurred because of seven instances of flames escaping the machine and causing smoke damage due to a broken wire in the machines.\nThe limited 2008-2010 models of the GE Profile front-load washing machine manufactured between April 2008 and October 2010 were recalled on Oct. 3, 2010. The machine was potentially dangerous because the washer's basket could separate, breach the top panel of the machine and cause injury. There were 10 consumer ..

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What is the purpose of a MacClean water softener?

Hard water in a home can cause problems, such as stained tubs or toilets, mineral buildup in plumbing pipes and the reduction of the life of home appliances, including water heaters and washing machines. Another problem caused by hard water is that it also reduces the performance of soap or detergent.Just like most water softener systems, the MacClean products have a brine tank with salt that acts as the filtering agent to remove the minerals calcium and magnesium. Depending on the specific type of MacClean product, it can have different features. For example, the N series has a control valve ..

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What is a WaterBoss water softener?

WaterBoss softens water, making it more pleasant-tasting and less likely to leave behind residue in pipes, on clothing or on human skin. The device works by filtering hard water through a network of resin beads. The hard ions of the water switch places with the soft ions of the resin beads, resulting in soft water. When the resin beads become charged with hard ions, a mixture of water and concentrated regenerate fluid is flushed through the filter, restoring the beads' softening power.\n\nWaterBoss claims to reduce dirt and sediment to less than 20 microns, rendering them invisible to the..

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What is the correct time of year for planting sugar-snap peas?

Sugar-snap peas thrive in moist soil that is lightly fertilized and properly drained. Additional mulch consisting of grass or compost should be applied to the pea soil when the plants reach six inches in height, as this helps to prevent weed growth and allows the soil to retain optimal moisture. Watering the pea plants during the morning hours can help prevent plant fungus.

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What are some tips for eliminating gophers?

If an open hole is present near mounds of freshly turned dirt, place a cinch trap in the open hole to capture the gopher. After the gopher closes the hole, return to placing traps in the main burrow. If desired, bait the trap with lettuce, peanut butter or apples. Cover the traps with landscaping cloth or another material to prevent light from entering the burrow.\nTo easily locate the traps, wire the traps to a stake before setting them. If the tunnel is smaller than 3 inches in diameter, use box traps instead of cinch traps. Reset the traps as needed. Discard the captured gopher, or bury it ..

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Do Moen faucets come with an installation guide?

To find a PDF copy of the installation instructions for a particular faucet, find the model or series number on the factory packaging and search for it on Moen.com. Otherwise, find animated and live-action tutorial videos on its "Installation Help" page for further detailed instructions. For additional installation help or to purchase missing hardware, customers can also call 1-800-BUY-MOEN to contact customer service.

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