John Carey

John is the Co-founder & VP of Designer Appliances. As an engineer, John enjoys analyzing trends in the appliance industry & making it easier for you to choose the right appliances for your home.

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Buying Guide: Air Quality Appliances

No matter how fastidious and clean you are around the home, dirt, dust and odors are going to show up. These small-time pollutants are more than…

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Buying Guide: Air conditioners

Sometimes, especially in the middle of a summer heat wave, a fan just isn’t enough. Air conditioners aren’t a luxury any more – for many…

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Buying Guide: Grills

If you're considering getting a grill for your patio, porch or outdoor kitchen, there's inevitably one question that comes to mind: "Do I choose natural gas…

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Buying Guide: Dishwashers

Many people remember their first dishwashers – after years of apartments with only a sink, sponges and a dishrack, they finally have one of the kitchen's best…

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Buying Guide: Wall ovens

Ovens have come a long way from old stone hearths with open flames – but the best of today's ovens combine that same brick oven character with…

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Cooktops vs Rangetops: Similarities, Differences, and Buying Guide

Trying to figure out which of either cooktop or rangetop is best for your kitchen? This guide is going to show the major differences between the…

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Buying Guide: Range Types

Buying a new range for your kitchen isn't the same as replacing a few pots and pans or investing in silverware. The range is where most…

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Buying Guide: Refrigeration

It wasn’t until the early 20th century that home refrigeration was really possible – but today, the refrigerator is the center of your kitchen. Considering its…

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Buying guide: Dryers

When it comes to laundry, the right machinery can make all of the difference. You might have a washing machine that gets your clothing squeaky clean,…

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7 tips for designing a relaxing man cave

If the man in your life has been yearning for a space to call his own, you might want to think about designing a "man cave"…

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