Posted by Kellum Website on Thu, Jan 05, 2012 @ 01:01 PM
A Progressive, Timeless Brand for Every Generation
Take a look at the invention that became a springboard for Whirlpool manufacturers. This washing machine was the first electric washing machine ever to be distributed back in 1908, and business has boomed ever since for this time-tested, popular appliance manufacturer. Kellum began selling Whirlpool products back in 1948 when we opened up our doors in Dallas, Texas and has been following a similar precedent for years offering some of the best appliance brands to consumers who walk through our doors seeking the latest and greatest in home efficiency products. Realizing the loyalty Whirlpool has offered our customers, this brand has been a staple at Kellum since the day we opened.
Whirlpool manufactures appliances that will tackle your laundry, central air and heat, food preparation, food preservation, and dinner cleanup. Their products are reliable, trustworthy, well-known and timeless. Every year, they get better and better.
Whirlpool manufactures some of the biggest and best appliance brands on the market today including Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchen Aid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, and Consul. With all of these brand names to choose from there is no way that you cannot find a reliable appliance for a great price. Whirpool is so reliable and so wide-spread that it would be hard to find a home in America that did not have at least one of their “can’t live without” products.
The truth is, companies that are pricy and unreliable don’t stick around through the years. They either die when the economy tanks or become second to more progressive brands. Whirlpool has the formula right and the proof is in the pudding. They recently celebrated their 100th anniversary proving that some brands are meant to last and stick around forever.
Kellum is proud to be one of the Whirlpool appliance stores here in Dallas. We sell a wide array of Whirlpool products and deliver a great appliance, at a great price with exceptional service. Offering a trusted brand like Whirlpool completes our equation. Come by Kellum Appliances today located in Dallas, Texas and let us show you how we are similar to this outstanding product matching service, quality and customer satisfaction.
Posted by Kellum Website on Wed, Dec 28, 2011 @ 12:39 PM
Pop The Cork!
With more and more people investing in good wine and enjoying a glass of their favorite vino in the comfort of their own home, wine fridges are becoming not only trendy, but an everyday component of the modern kitchen.
Sub-Zero brings you a variety of wine coolers in an array of choices that meet and exceed any and all of your wine storage and wine cooling needs. Kellum is proud to offer a long line of wine storage by Sub-Zero. Top-notch wine cooler systems offer the right temperature, stability, space, and stillness for your collection of wine. They also eliminate the enemies that can damage your favorite bottle including heat, humidity and fermentation from nearby foods.
Wine storage by Sub-Zero offers a huge array of freestanding wine cooler systems that look outstanding and work to protect and cool your wine. These freestanding coolers can be placed anywhere in the home including the kitchen, living room, back porch, etc. Kellum also offers customization for wine cooler systems that require special built-in integration into your kitchen. These are made to blend in with your current design and home décor.
Wine storage by Sub-Zero has won the award of “Highest in Customer Satisfaction.” Notably discussed as some of the best wine refrigerators on the market, each device offers special components and features that are sure to match your need and style.
The Sub-Zero 424 wine storage system is a fan favorite. Perfect for smaller spaces, this popular compact, wine storage unit stores up to 46 bottles and can be chosen in a beautiful stainless steel or overlay design option. Several of these units can be purchased and installed side by side for larger spaces. Beyond the 424, another favorite is the Sub-Zero 427 wine storage system. This unit integrates beautifully into modern kitchens and home décor and stores up to 132 bottles. The versatile pull-out shelves hold bottles of all sizes including half bottles and magnums.
These are just two outstanding choices offered from Sub-Zero’s wine cooler selection of high-end units. Kellum offers both models and several others for the wine enthusiast. You will not be disappointed!
Come by Kellum of Dallas today and visit our showroom and see for yourself why wine storage by Sub-Zero is so special. Kellum guarantees your satisfaction and will make sure that your chosen wine storage unit keeps your wine cool, controlled and corked.
Sub-Zero 424 Wine Storage System
Sub-Zero 427 Wine Storage System
Posted by Kellum Website on Mon, Dec 26, 2011 @ 12:56 PM
Kellum Appliances of Dallas, Texas is equipped with high-end kitchen appliances that guarantee satisfaction. Our discreet choices of manufacturers are selected because of quality, style and dependability. We are excited to highlight many of these brands each month to you.
Our appliance of choice this week: Sub-Zero Refrigerators. This brand of refrigerators has been awarded the Customer Satisfaction trophy by J.D. Power and Associates twice. Their magnificent collection of beautiful, high-quality refrigerators and wine coolers make the perfect addition to a kitchen. They are highly regarded as the best refrigerator preservation appliance specialists.
Kellum considers Sub-Zero refrigerators to be “the food preservation specialist.” Sub-Zero wine coolers and refrigerators use unique technology to preserve food longer and in a safer environment than the average refrigerator. Tested by refrigerator engineers to last not for just a few years, but for decades, this exceptional brand of cooling systems offers award-winning designs and can turn your drab kitchen into the ultimate kitchen of your dreams.
On top of their amazing technology is the option to customize your Sub-Zero appliances. Sub-Zero offers a long list of options to choose from including:
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Built-In Refrigeration: Built-in refrigerators complete the look of a custom designed kitchen. Appliances designed to blend in to your kitchen; choose wood finish, chalkboard finish, stainless steel, etc.
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Integrated Refrigeration: Appliances designed to match your kitchen, from stainless steel to a variety of color choices.
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Pro 48 Refrigeration: Beautiful fridges and wine coolers that look as good as they work.
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Under-counter Refrigeration: Just as it sounds, smaller fridges designed to fit underneath the counter, offered in both built-in and integrated choices.
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Wine Storage: Wine fridges varying from 6 ft tall to small enough to fit under the counter, either way you can’t beat the Sub-Zero technology.
Whether you are looking to replace your old appliance, remodel and update your kitchen or are seeking to become the next top chef in your neighborhood, you will be on the right track by investing in a Sub-Zero refrigerator system.
Kellum is proud to carry Sub-Zero—regarded as the best refrigerator preservation appliance specialists. If you would be proud to own one, stop by Kellum today and let us get you started on your Sub-Zero adventure.
Posted by Kellum Website on Tue, Dec 13, 2011 @ 11:35 AM
Ignite Your Inner Chef!
The New Year is upon us and this means new resolutions will soon be made! If you dread cooking because of your current set-up, or if you love to cook and want to take your gourmet experience to the next level, Viking appliances will ignite your desire to cook.
Viking is one of the most reputable appliance brands on the market today making top-notch high-end stove and cook top appliances that will change the way you feel about cooking your next meal. When you think about the best high-end kitchen appliances, Viking is usually top-of-mind. Viking manufactures the following products:
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Free Standing Ranges
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Range Tops
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Cook Tops
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Ovens
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Warming Drawer
Viking engineers have perfected their line of freestanding ranges, range tops, cook tops, ovens and warming drawers. Each line has their own unique standards and features. The line of ovens by Viking in particular, is a fan favorite.
What makes ovens by Viking so upscale and so desired is their infrared broiler. This includes a “ProFlow” convection system that ensures that all of your baked goods bake evenly. In addition, each product is created with a gas ignition instead of the traditional glow bar that typically heats the oven up. The gas ignition feature heats the device immediately practically ridding you of the dreaded oven pre-heating time. These are just two small examples of Viking’s differences from other, less-impressive brand names; each Viking appliance has its own admirable quality that help it to be considered high-end and in high demand.
In addition to the quality that Viking appliances offer, they also offer a variety of colors that allow you to customize your kitchen in the style that you desire. Beautiful, sleek and savvy cooking tool that will surely turn your kitchen into the talk of your next dinner party. It’s no wonder why Viking appliances are appreciated among top-chefs all over the world.
One last important feature about this outstanding brand, Viking is going green! Their sustainable program ensures that each and every product helps to erase your carbon footprint. When you cook with Viking appliances, you’ll enjoy a phenomenal cooking experience, a gourmet meal and save money on your electric bill at the same time.
To see, touch and test any of the Viking appliances mentioned here, give Kellum Appliances a call and let us show you how we can bring the inner-chef out of you with a Viking appliance. Rated some of the best high-end kitchen appliances by users everywhere.
Posted by Kellum Website on Wed, Dec 07, 2011 @ 04:25 PM
Human nature tells us that if it’s not broken, don’t fix it. But when it comes to large scale appliances within your home, you may actually be costing yourself more headache than it’s worth when you think about the money you might be spending in higher electric bills and less production efficiency with your old appliance.
A fallacy of our nature is to keep our appliances, televisions, dishwashers, washing machines and most other appliances until they completely stop working. It wouldn’t be too over the top if you learned that someone in your family still has a harvest gold oven or an olive green fridge. Appliances, after all, are a resource tool in your home that sometimes can keep on ticking for years and years.
But at what expense?
It’s hard to know when to replace an old appliance. Spotty, unclean dishes, an oven that takes twice as long to bake, a dryer that after running for an hour still leaves your towels damp—these should be clear signs that it’s time.The thought process behind not spending the money to replace the appliance until the time comes has valid points. But with the exceptional selections of appliances on the market today, that thought process can easily be overcome…and for good reason.
Often keeping an older, less energy-efficient appliance causes higher electric bills and lower quality work. If you have noticed that your appliances are not operating as they once did, then it may be time to consider newer, more efficient appliances. As a rule of thumb, if your appliance is reaching the ten-year-old mark, it usually does make sense to buy a new one.
Another reason to consider replacing old appliances with newer models, besides the lower electric bill and better quality output, is that today’s models and colors are quieter, quicker, sleeker and just simply so much cooler looking. You can buy appliances to match the overall style of your space whereas just in the near past, the choices were bulkier and either came in white, black, or stainless. Today’s appliances are created with various styles in mind.
The upfront cost of replacing old appliances that is not yet broken may seem high, but remember you will save in the long run with a lower energy bill and most definitely, less hassle. Keep in mind that in some cases, you can resell your old appliance for a “rebate” on the upfront cost of the new one.
If you are debating when to replace an old appliance and considering a new one, come down to Kellum Appliances in the heart of Dallas, Texas and let’s talk. We understand that old things are sometimes hard to let go of, but once you make the decision to invest in something new and wonderful, all of those feelings disappear almost instantaneously. So now that you’re in the market for a brand new appliance, get what you want and what you have been dreaming about. Kellum is here to assist in that process.
Posted by Becky Vickman on Tue, Sep 20, 2011 @ 10:27 AM
Home appliance manufacturers and energy efficiency advocates have agreed to improve energy efficiency standards for refrigerators, freezers, clothes washers, clothes dryers and dishwashers starting in January 2012.
The new standards will improve the efficiency of home refrigerators and freezers by roughly 25% by 2014. These standards are expected to deliver more than $200 in electricity bill savings for the typical consumer over the lifetime of the appliance. According to a DOE analysis, these standards will save enough electricity each year to power 3.4 million homes.
The biggest savings will come from the efficiency gains in clothes washers, which will see water and energy savings in 2015. Top loading clothes washers will reduce energy usage by 26% and water usage by 16% as of 2015, increasing to 37% energy and water savings in 2018. Front loading clothes washers will reduce energy use by 43% and water use by 52% by 2015. Clothes dryers will increase in efficiency by 5% in 2015. Changes to the dryer testing procedure will reduce over-drying, saving additional energy and extending the life of clothes.
Effective January 2012, Energy Star dishwashers will be 8% more efficient than previous Energy Star models and 10-30% more efficient than conventional models. In addition, dishwashers will see 14% energy savings and 23% water savings beginning in 2013. If every dishwasher in the U.S. met these new requirements, consumer energy and water bill savings would grow to approximately $235 million per year, reducing annual greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to more than 180,000 vehicles. At this time, roughly 20% of dishwashers available for sale meet the 2012 requirements.
These new appliance standards are estimated to cut home’s energy bills by about 6% overall. While the gains will be important, most homeowners will not replace every appliance in their home. Because of this, it could be decades before the full energy savings are realized.
There’s more to these new standards than just energy efficiency. Additional key features of the agreement include:
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Manufacturers’ tax credit extension: The current manufacturing appliance tax credits impact approximately 40,000 U.S. jobs; updating and extending the credits should help manufacturers retain and expand employment.
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Special Energy Star credit for smart appliances: A planned petition to the Energy Star program would ask for a 5% credit to the required levels for smart appliances.
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Recommendation for better drying and refrigerator test methods: The agreement recommends that DOE improve test methods for dryers and refrigerators to better represent actual product use.
Although the savings from new appliances might mean only about 6% for a homeowner who makes the investment, there are a lot of other advantages to the new agreement. At the end of the day, everyone really just wants to save money without thinking about it, and Energy Star appliances are a great way to do just that.
Posted by Becky Vickman on Tue, Sep 13, 2011 @ 09:29 AM
The kitchen is one of the most widely used rooms in the home. From cooking dinners for your family to hosting parties for friends, the majority of your time is spent in the kitchen. As a result, the same old look can become boring. This is why the kitchen is one of the most remodeled rooms in a home.
When it comes to remodeling the kitchen, there are a lot of decisions to make. From flooring to countertop material to cabinet color, there will be a nearly endless number of options. One of the most important decisions will be selecting the appropriate appliances to buy.
A kitchen remodel and the purchase of new appliances tend to go hand in hand, and for good reason. If you were to remodel the cabinets and floors in your kitchen and leave old appliances, your kitchen will still not have the look you desire. The purchase of new appliances with a kitchen remodel requires careful planning and consideration. Let’s take a look at some of the key things you should consider.
The first step is to look for inspiration. This inspiration can come from home magazines, TV shows, appliance websites and appliance showrooms. This step will also allow you time to compare brands and prices, and find the best appliances for you and your family.
Next you need to think about your budget. Before you start planning the remodel and choosing the appliances, it is very important that you have a budget in mind. The best time to start planning and budgeting for the remodel and new appliances should be months before you start the project.
After the planning and budgeting is complete, it is now time to decide on features. Before you plan to purchase new appliances, you should make a list of features that are important to you. For example, do you want a built-in refrigerator? Do you want a refrigerator where the fridge and freezer are narrow and beside each other, or one where the two are above and below? Do you want a cooktop and wall oven, or a traditional range? Do you want your appliances black or stainless steel? Or do you want your appliances to have the same look as your cabinets? There are a lot of things to consider when choosing new appliances.
When you are ready to purchase your new appliances, come to Kellum Audio/Video & Appliances. Our store has a beautiful showroom with a wide variety of quality appliances from Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking, Miele, Whirlpool, KitchenAid and more. We are sure you will find the perfect appliances for your kitchen remodel.
Posted by Becky Vickman on Tue, Sep 06, 2011 @ 03:10 PM
Football season is officially here! How would you like to watch the big games in a custom home theater? It’s possible with the help from Kellum Audio/Video & Appliances and our custom installation.
When you make the decision to install a home theater system, you really need to hire a professional installer. You are probably thinking why do I need to hire a professional installer when I can do it myself? The reality is that a home theater system is a major investment, and this is one of the times when it is worth paying a professional to come to your home and do it correctly. A professional installer will be licensed and trained, and is required to be re-certified each year.
Besides the professional being licensed and trained, there are additional benefits of hiring a professional installer. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits.
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Save Money: You are probably wondering how you can save money when an installer is going to charge you for the installation. You will save money in the form of unnecessary and unexpected expenses. If you try to do the install yourself, there is a high probability something will go wrong. Installing a home theater system isn’t as simple as putting up a few shelves and moving some furniture around. It can be very easy to damage the expensive and often fragile components. If something goes wrong, then you have to pay additional money for repair or replacement. On the other hand, a professional installer will install the system perfectly the first time.
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Customization: This is probably the best benefit from hiring a professional home theater installer. A professional installer will work with you on drawing up a plan based on your needs, wants, space available, etc. They will help you decide on:
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The primary purpose of the room, whether it is to watch movies, listen to music, play video games, etc.
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The size and shape of the room.
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Where your audience will sit in relation to the TV.
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Whether a projection system or a large TV will be best.
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Whether in-wall or stand-alone speakers will be best.
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Where your components will be located.
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Audio and Video System: Audio and video is the most important part of your home theater system. Depending on your needs and wants, there is a lot of equipment to choose from. Installing different types of video equipment with their audio counterparts can be complicated. The installer can also optimize the home theater system just for you. Since no system is calibrated correctly out of the box and every sound system needs adjusting to your room, this will ensure you are getting the best performance from your system.
It can be tempting to try and save money by installing your home theater system yourself. But don’t be tempted. Hiring a professional installer will make the process easier and will ensure that you have a problem free installation. Still have questions? Call a member of our Electronic Sales Team and they will be able to help you further.
Posted by Becky Vickman on Tue, Aug 30, 2011 @ 09:02 AM
As the Internet continues to grow, more and more online retailers are becoming available. At the same time, consumers are relying on the Internet more than ever for their purchases. 97% of consumers in the U.S. research products online before buying and 71% of online Americans have bought a product via the Internet.
The availability and competitive pricing for online products make it seem easier to just click and buy from the comfort of your own home. But there is a downside to buying online. Let’s take a look at the pitfalls, and why it is better to shop locally.
The pitfalls of buying online and why to shop with Kellum Audio/Video & Appliances:
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Is the online retailer an authorized dealer? Is their product backed by a full factory warranty? Most Internet based retailers are not authorized dealers. To become an authorized dealer for a major brand name is a long and difficult process most online retailers will not mess with. Manufacturers verify the business operating standards and credit worthiness of their authorized dealers. In most cases they also require a showroom or warehouse for stocking their merchandise. Kellum is a fully authorized dealer for every product we sell, and we are backed by the manufacturer’s full factory warranty.
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How do you know if the unit you are purchasing online is brand new in the box? How do you know if it is a B-stock unit or a repackaged sale from a return? At Kellum, we only sell brand new, current year model items to our customers.
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How do you know what the unit actually looks like in person? You cannot tell from online photos the true aesthetics of the item you are purchasing. Online pictures of electronics and appliances can be deceiving. Actually coming in and seeing and touching the unit will alleviate your purchasing regrets and save you from returning an item you did not like based from a photo on the Internet.
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What if the unit is damaged during the online shipment? Who do you call? How long will it take for someone to help you? At Kellum, you simply pick up the phone and call our store or e-mail us and we will take care of it.
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What if the unit fails 6 months from the date of purchase and the online retailer is nowhere to be found online? Kellum has been in business since 1948 and we will be a phone call or an e-mail away.
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What if you have to get service, need a part, or need technical assistance with your purchase? They are no help because most online retailers drop ship the product you ordered from some other warehouse and they never see the unit. You can forget about “service after the sale”. If you ever need help with a purchase from Kellum, we’re here to help you.
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What about your installation? Now that you have your 50” TV from the online retailer, how are you going to mount it above your fireplace? Does the online retailer offer in-home installation? Can they answer a question about programming the remote? Can they come to your house and run wires through your walls or secure the TV mount to the wall? At Kellum, we offer a comprehensive installation service for all of your needs.
As you can see, the Internet is not always the best choice for purchasing new items. If you are looking for a well established, specialized dealer who will provide you with a good price, great support and even better customer service, come see us. We have been in business since 1948, and only carry the highest quality brands that many generations of customers have come to know and love.
Posted by Becky Vickman on Tue, Aug 23, 2011 @ 02:21 PM
Last week Hewlett-Packard Co. was in the news for a reason not expected by very many consumers.
According to The Wall Street Journal in an article published on Tuesday, August 16, 2011, HP envisions a world where many of the products consumers use can connect to the Internet and have WebOS functionality. The computer vendor is looking to extend the utility of its operating system by incorporating WebOS within kitchen appliances.
HP believes its WebOS, which uses touch commands and connects to the Internet, can make machines easier to use while adding functionality. For example, a touch screen could replace the buttons on a stove, displaying recipes pulled from the Internet. Under the same concept, a refrigerator could be programmed to make ice at certain times of the day.
HP hopes getting WebOS in appliances and other consumer items will create an ecosystem of devices and accessories built around its operating system. HP then hopes this will encourage developers to write programs that can be used on these products, creating a market of software similar to Apple’s app store. Therefore, creating a regular and predictable stream of income for the company.
WebOS is mainly seen as a solid and easy-to-use operating system. The software has a natural look and feel, and it gathers information from email accounts and social networks to create address books and calendars. Many large corporations, including Virgin America Inc., said it is studying options on how to use this operating system to provide upgraded services to its customer while they are flying.
At the same time, many manufacturers aren’t sold on the need to have such a complex system in relatively low-tech products. Whirlpool, which also owns brands Maytag and KitchenAid, told the Journal that it wouldn’t be adding WebOS to any of its appliances. Whirlpool said it is skeptical WebOS will hold up over the long period of time appliances are designed to last. Instead, Whirlpool wants to connect its appliances to the Internet so they can alert customers via smartphone when there is a problem.
Other appliance makers have ventured into Internet functionality already. For example, Samsung has added apps to one of its French-door refrigerators, allowing customers to download recipes, stream music while they are cooking and keep an online calendar on the appliance.
With time, consumers will see how technology and the growing trend of connected devices will play into their everyday lives. Will we start to see more appliances that have the capability to stream music, display recipes and make ice at certain times of the day? Only time will tell.
