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The Dangers of Not Cleaning Your Washing Machine

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Cleaning your washing machine? Why would you possibly need to clean your appliance when its sole job is cleaning? The idea may seem a little odd but the truth is, almost every appliance in your home needs maintenance of some kind. Just as our bodies require self-care activities like regular eating, bathing and physical exercise to maintain peak health, so do the machines in our home. If you want to keep your…

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Celebrate National Air Fryer Day With Abt

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As National Air Fryer Day approaches on September 26th, it’s the perfect time to celebrate this revolutionary kitchen appliance. Abt is excited to join in on the festivities and share why having a versatile air fryer in your home is an absolute must. In recent years, air fryers have taken the culinary world by storm, and for good reason. These compact devices have rapidly gained popularity due to their ability to create…

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Video Highlight! Dyson Gen5 Detect

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When it comes to to-do lists, cleaning the house is often the one task we dread the most. Tidying your living space takes time and can often be tiresome, especially if the mess you’re taking on is large. But thanks to high-quality cleaning products from brands like Dyson, vacuuming does not have to be the hardest step. In the video below, one of Abt’s technologists, Andrew, does an overview of the Dyson…

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The Best New Smart Appliances Available Now

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Staying on top of the latest home technology trends can be challenging. With new smart appliances hitting the market all the time, it’s hard to know which ones are really worth investing in. As a leading electronics and appliance retailer, Abt carries all of the newest and most innovative smart appliances on the market. If you’re ready to upgrade some of your home appliances and want to create a smart home, you’re…

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Must-Have Dorm Appliances

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Now that you (or your child) have graduated high school, it’s time to take on the next adventure: college. With only a few weeks to prepare for the big move, there are plenty of appliances that you’ll need for your living space in order to increase productivity and independence. If you’re not sure where to start, explore our recommendations. Some of the products below are even available to win in our 2023…

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2023: Kitchen Appliance Trends & New Innovations

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If anyone knows kitchen appliance trends and electronics, it’s Abt! That’s because our experts stay on top of the news when it comes to exciting fresh technologies and directions that the industry is heading. Check out some of the notes that our own Shirley Hood (with nearly 30 years of experience here) has already collected for this year. The good news: all of these innovations improve on previous technologies, and some of…

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How To Clean A Grill Like A BBQ Master: A Guide

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Whether you’re just getting started with barbecuing or have been mastering flames and marinades for years, learning how to clean a grill is must-have knowledge. Discover all about the best ways to keep your backyard cooker in shape, along with how often to clean it, below. If you’re fine with splurging and want a deep clean handled by the professionals, we can handle that too. Give us a call at 847-954-4100 to…

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Abt’s Holiday Gift Spotlight: Sous Vide

Sous Vide Holiday Spotlight

Continuing with last week’s theme of shining a spotlight on potential gifts for the home chef, we’re showcasing the latest trend in home cooking for the holidays: sous vide. Cooking food sous vide (or “under vacuum”) first started in France in the 70’s, all with the goal of keeping as much flavor in the dish as possible. When that first foie gras was served, it had managed to retain more flavorful fat…

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Abt’s Holiday Gift Spotlight: Stand Mixers

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Is there a passionate pastry chef or avid home cook in your life? Someone with big culinary talent can be hard to shop for–after all, they probably have all the latest gadgets or a set of high-quality knives.  If you’re feeling stumped, have no fear: a stand mixer, whether it’s upgrading their old one or something they haven’t been able to splurge on, is a gift with wow factor for your favorite…

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A Fall Maintenance Checklist for Home Appliances

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Most people have heard of spring cleaning, but what about fall maintenance and cleanup? Winter is coming, which means now’s as good a time as any to complete your seasonal maintenance checklist for home appliances. Everything from your fridge to your toaster could probably use some TLC, so roll up your sleeves, grab a pumpkin spice latte and get to work. Once you’re finished, you’ll have the perfect space to work on…

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