Kitchen Appliances

Ever pass a house so stunning you wish you could peek inside? (You're not weird -- we've all been there.) Well, this weekend's your chance.

You can gawk at some of the best remodeling projects in the Twin Cities Friday, Sept. 11 through Sunday Sept. 13 at the Fall Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase presented by the Builders Association of the Twin Cities Remodelers.

The tour features 94 stunning remodeling projects to inspire just about any size project. And, my favorite type of remodel -- the kitchen -- is the most popular with 60 kitchen remodel projects for you to drool over. Here's an appetizer, with house numbers listed below:

Regal Remodelers, Inc #19/Photo courtesy Parade of Homes

New Spaces #30/Photo courtesy Parade of Homes

Martin Joseph Design & Construction, Inc. #20/Photo courtesy
Parade of Homes

There's no cost to visit the homes, but consider stopping by this year's Dream Remodel houses for a $5 donation to the Builders Outreach Foundation, which helps low-income families achieve home ownership. Warners' Stellian supplied the appliances in one Dream Remodel house, #22, as well as others listed here:

Grab a tour guidebook at Holiday stations or search for the house numbers on the Remodelers Showcase Web site. The Tour Planner feature lets you save your favorite homes, add notes and map directions from home to home.

Warners' Stellian is excited to be a part of Rochester Minnesota's fast-growing community. Recently partnering with Rochester Market Square, Warners' Stellian provided the working kitchen appliances now featured in their completely functional kitchen vignettes.

A little bit about Rochester Market Square: it is a timeless blend of independent established businesses that have come together to bring the building, home remodeling, and interior design customer the convenience of one stop shopping with a rich visual experience.

Around every corner, you will find a wellspring of imaginative ways to add warmth and style with a wide array of vignettes that are sure to inspire you and will translate beautifully into your home.

A fantastic place for builders, remodelers & interior designers to see the latest in kitchen trends and find products that fit any style or budget. Next time you're in the neighborhood, stop in and see the beautiful display of appliances in the Rochester Market Square!

Hailing from Minnesota, most Warners’ Stellian customers associate Viking with purple and gold professional football. However, for those who prefer pulled pork to pigskin, Viking ranges have delivered powerful performance and an unparalleled palette of custom colors for many years.

Founded in Mississippi and rich in the tradition of southern cooking, Viking engineers know what it takes to deliver fine cuisine. The brand new Viking VDSC530-4BSS dual fuel range perhaps best demonstrates Viking’s command of performance and style.

Have you been frustrated in the past by gas burners that were more tortoise than hare in bringing water to boil? Four 15,000 BTU burners ensure that the only thing faster than your cooking is the speed with which your family devours it! Not only capable of delivering intensive power, Viking’s exclusive VariSimmer design reaches temperatures capable of melting chocolate chips on a paper plate without burning or scorching for hours on end!

But the top’s only half of the story! Have you ever used an oven so inaccurate you’re reluctant to entrust frozen tater tots to its care, much less family dinner? Viking’s Vari-Speed Dual Flow convection system employs an industry largest 8 ½” fan for maximum airflow and excellent cooking results. The glass enclosed infrared broiler delivers the quickest heating and most potent searing of any dual fuel range on the market.

What about the time you worked with your kitchen designer and lamented the fact that while stainless steel looked nice, it just wasn’t your thing? Viking’s custom color options allow you endless options to add flair and pizzazz to your kitchen design. Burgundy, lemonade, taupe, pumpkin, racing red, iridescent blue, and golden mist are just a sampling of the beautiful colors a Viking range can add to your kitchen.

Looking to do more than remedy the culinary ills of a range whose best days are long gone? Viking offers a complete matching line of refrigerators, dishwashers, ventilation, to maximize form and function in any kitchen remodel or renovation. With up to $1,500 in savings through July 31st, the time is now to experience cooking luxury with Viking appliances and Warners’ Stellian!

Have you ever watched a cooking show and thought “Wow, if I only I had access to the stuff these guys had, I could whip up some amazing food.”  Not only do the pros have the vision to create unique dishes beyond our imagination, but in competitions, can do so under the clock and still impress haughty judges.  We may not be able to do anything about stocking your pantry, but with Wolf ranges, you can enjoy the professional cooking performance renowned by cooks the world over.

Built a scant 400 miles from Warners’ Stellian in Madison, WI, Wolf has an unrivaled reputation in the industry for performance and reliability.  With more than 70 years in the commercial cooking industry, Wolf knows what professional chefs want, and have designed cooking appliances designed to bring out cooking ability you never knew you had!

Wolf gas ranges feature burners that reach 16,000 BTUs of heat for quick searing and rapid boiling.  Just as important however, each burner can reach a low 500 BTU output, applying tender heat to even the most delicate hollandaise.  The infrared broiler reaches temperatures higher than most outdoor grills for succulent meat preparation, while stylish stainless steel construction and red knobs bring a touch of commercial performance to your kitchen design. 

In addition, Wolf dual fuel ranges set the standard for epicurean luxury and design!  The fully sealed surface prevents cooking byproducts from staining the stoves internal mechanics, providing easy cleanup.  Dual convection fans push and pull against each other, delivering unmatched performance.  Hydraulic oven door hinges ensure soft opening and closing while pre-installed door glides makes turkey basting a breeze.

No matter your kitchen size, Wolf offers a range to fit!  The Wolf DF304 and R304 capably replace nearly any existing 30” gas range, while 36” and 48” models introduce options for integrated infrared grills, griddles, French tops, and auxiliary ovens.  With Wolf Appliances and Warners’ Stellian, preparing gourmet meals has never been simpler!

When it comes to dishwashers, most manufacturers think within the literal and proverbial box. Sure, some clean better than others, some are quieter than others, and some are more energy efficient than others. But unlike the French door refrigerator or front load washer whose introduction reinvented the industry, dishwashers have been noticeably lacking in features that make consumers ooh and ah.

Well, the dishwasher industry is about to become a whole lot more exciting with the introduction of the Fisher Paykel DD24DCTX6 dishdrawers. Ten years in the making, Fisher Paykel has perfected the dishdrawer design, delivering industry leading cleaning, efficiency, and convenience of operation!

The Fisher Paykel dishdrawers have two pullout drawers, each with separate cleaning systems. The upper drawer can now accommodate up to 13” high plates, and has several folding tines ensuring capable loading no matter your dish sizes. Both drawers operate independently of each other allowing you to run just the upper, the lower, or both drawers simultaneously.

Have you ever put a dirty dish in your dishwasher and let it sit because you wanted to wait until the dishwasher is full? With the dishdrawer configuration, now you can run one drawer by itself and clean your dirtiest items right away! Each drawer uses half the water and energy of a conventional dishwasher.

What about convenience of loading? Most tall tub dishwashers require you to bend much further to the floor than in years past to load your dishwasher. With the dishdrawer design, you load from the top down, minimizing bending over and back strain while maximizing convenience!

Worried about compromising performance? Fear not. Fisher & Paykel utilizes the same high temperature and pressure cleaning system found in most top performing European style dishwashers. Silent operation, even when both drawers are running, allow you to have normal conversations in the kitchen without the distracting din of a noisy dishwasher motor.

Don’t worry, the Fisher Paykel dishdrawers require one water and electric hookup, and adapt easily to most existing dishwasher facilities. Whether you need, stainless steel, white, black, or custom panel ready, Fisher Paykel offers a simple exterior front that integrates into any kitchen design. Starting for as little as $899, you too can know the superior convenience of drawer dishwashers from Fisher & Paykel and Warners’ Stellian.

The fine art of Italian cuisine has unfortunately for most Americans been reduced to low cost pizza delivery. As a culture, we are more familiar with stuffed crust than we are with the graceful yet striking taste of pesto. Nevertheless, few countries’ heritage is as rooted in fine culinary traditions quite as much as Italy.

No longer need you be a master of basil, oregano, and other herbs to bring a touch of Italy into your kitchen. Warners’ Stellian is proud to be the exclusive distributor of Bertazzoni ranges in the Midwest! With origins in fine wood burning stoves dating back over 120 years, the name Bertazzoni has become synonymous with exceptional cooking.

Bertazzoni ranges have durable and stylish stainless steel construction. Continuous grates allow the user to easily slide pots and pans from the robust 15,000 BTU Triple Ring power burner to the feathery 750 BTU simmering burner. Dual valve controls separately control the flames for high efficiency power, perfectly preparing rich and creamy Alfredo sauce.

Bertazzoni’s balanced air-flow convection system evens out the hot and cold spots throughout the oven cavity, ensuring that your garlic rolls are prepared with consistency and accuracy. Optional telescoping glide racks allow you to easily extract dishes for basting and handling.

Your garden is no longer the only place in your home for dazzling color.  Bertazzoni manufactures a full palette of custom  colors for those with a passion for kitchen design. The 36” X36GGVVI gas range in Vino adds a soft touch of burgundy reminiscent of a lush Chianti wine. In contrast, the H366GVNE Heritage gas range with its riveted trim and solid metal knobs is the perfect addition into a traditional kitchen design.

Trying to get the most space out of a small kitchen? The shallow counter-depth construction of Bertazzoni gas ranges has a smaller footprint than most comparable models, adding much needed space to lofts, condos, and other small kitchen designs.

You don’t need to pack up and move to Tuscany to experience rich Italian culture. Whether you’re planning a kitchen remodel or simply replacing a worn out range, Warners’ Stellian and Bertazzoni can bring a touch of Italian passion and cuisine to the comfort of your very own home.

Is there anything that doesn’t benefit from German engineering? Its contemporary styling, attention to detail, and strength of construction has long distinguished German manufacturing from its peers. Warners’ Stellian is proud to have an exclusive Midwest partnership with Liebherr appliances, bringing luxury European refrigeration from across the pond to your kitchen.

Liebherr was founded in 1949 by Hans Liebherr and began as a manufacturer of tower cranes and aircraft parts. Still family owned, Liebherr employs over 26,000 people in more than 100 countries! To maintain superior quality, Liebherr’s vertically integrated corporate philosophy keeps construction in-house with minimal outsourcing for maximum customer benefit.

One of the most popular luxury refrigerators at Warners’ Stellian is the true counter depth Liebherr CS-2062. This unit features the ever popular French Door bottom freezer configuration with two pullout freezer drawers. Two drawers maximize accessibility of easily buried freezer foods. The upper refrigerator features full width storage, gallon door shelving, and attractive LED lighting.

The CS-2062 features a two compressor design. Most refrigerators use one compressor, which cools the freezer compartment. The freezer then bleeds air into the refrigerator. Liebherr’s two compressor design allows for cool air to be directly channeled into both compartments without sharing. Keeping dry freezer air out of the refrigerator compartment helps food retain its natural moisture and humidity, allowing it to be kept fresh 2-4 times longer than a conventional refrigerator!

Liebherr refrigeration has an unmatched commitment to green technology and the environment. 100% of Liebherr’s refrigeration line meets Energy Star certification standards. In addition, Liebherr is the first North American refrigerator manufacturer to meet ROHS compliance, eliminating the use of hazardous substances during production. Liebherr was also the first manufacturer to eliminate environment damaging CFC particles from its refrigeration.

The Liebherr CS-2062 is a true counter depth refrigerator at 24” deep (excluding handles) adding space to even the smallest of kitchens. It’s attractive stainless finish and polished handles blend well into any kitchen design. If you’re looking for a refrigerator that combines industry leading construction, top notch food preservation, and sleek modern styling, make sure to check out the luxurious line of Liebherr refrigerators, only at Warners’ Stellian!

You’d never know it from Thursday’s snowstorm, but spring is just a heartbeat away. As the snowfall slowly recedes and the ice on my roof thaws, like many Minnesotans, my thoughts drift towards weekends at the cabin with increasing frequency. There’s nothing more natural than leaving the hustle and bustle of the city life behind for the calming tranquility of a lakeshore.

Most of us can function without the blaring TV or the low hum of the laptop computer fan and fishing or reading are far better replacements for video games. But if there’s one appliance that just can’t be replicated or absent without consequence -  and it’s the microwave. Substituting a fishing rod for a remote control is one thing, but when it comes to zapping popcorn, heating tea, or warming leftovers, there’s nothing quite like the convenience of a microwave.

If your cabin is small, you can bring the convenience of space saving LG Microwaves to your kitchen. LG over-the-range microwaves offer stylish form, convenient function, and the industry’s top ratings. Easily installed over-the-range, LG Microhoods function as both an exhaust hood and microwave - eliminating the need for a countertop microwave and saving precious kitchen space.

LG Microhoods utilize a hidden louvre system. What does this mean for you? No more digging the dirt and dust out of the grill crevices with a q-tip! LG microhoods now have the fewest seams for the cleanest look with the easiest maintenance. Stylish stainless steel, black, and white models can modernize even the most outdated kitchens.

In addition to 1,000 watts of power, many LG Microhoods offer softening and melting capabilities. Most microwaves are good at nuking the outside of butter while leaving the inside rock hard. LG microwaves can effectively soften butter, cream cheese, and other hard spreadables. Many models also feature sensor capabilities. The sensor automatically detects when the food is done cooking, shuts off automatically and takes theguesswork out of heating your leftovers.

On sale now through March 31st, LG over-the-range microwaves can add convenience to your cabin lifestyle, allowing you to spend less time tending to pan fried popcorn and more time relaxing with your family.

In my years of sales, I have yet to encounter a customer who didn’t enjoy crisp, freshly ironed clothes. But while large numbers of families have hopped on board and upgraded their laundry to include all the modern innovations that enhance cleaning, capacity, and convenience, many of us hold our irons with a level of regard usually reserved for a barrel of uranium – something toxic that should avoid human touch at all cost. Considering the repetitive stress motions that go into ironing and the overwhelming amount of clothes our families generate, it’s easy to understand the average American’s aversion to the household iron.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. Just as the inconvenience of running our clothes through a wringer washer gave birth to the laundry industry we know and love today, manufacturers have brought ironing into the 21st century as well. The Miele B890 Rotary Iron combines ease of use, speed of operation, and quality of performance in a way that will revolutionize the way you think about ironing and relegate your old iron to paperweight status.

Operation couldn’t be simpler. Turn a dial to set the temperature based on fabric. Feed your clothing into the iron and step on the “gas pedal” to initiate the ironing process. This pedal controls the speed of ironing process. Guide the clothes through the roller, and remove them from the other end. Congratulations! You successfully pressed your shirt in a fraction of the time it used to take with a crisp, clean finish unknown to your previous ironing experiences.

The Miele Rotary Iron is beneficial in that ironing takes much less time. Quickly ironing your family’s load of permanent press takes minutes rather than hours. Its large surface area generates a more consistent press with better wrinkle removal. It also removes the physical wear and tear caused by the repetitive stress motions of traditional ironing.

Your clothes won’t be the only beneficiaries of a Miele Rotary Iron purchase. Pressing table cloths, napkins, quilts, bed linens, and pillowcases has never been easier! Not only that, the Miele Rotary Iron quickly folds up for convenient, space-saving storage.

One of the oldest appliance companies in the world, Miele’s commitment to quality clothes care stands alone in the industry. The perfect complement to Miele’s Honeycomb laundry, Miele’s Rotary Iron can add convenience and performance to your life in a way you never thought possible.

It’s only two more days until Valentine’s Day! Nothing ushers in the beginnings of spring quite like the season of love. Even in these times of apparent doom and gloom, Americans are planning to spend $15 billion dollars on thier sweethearts this Valentine’s Day. That’s a whole lot of teddy bears, flowers, jewelry, and chocolate to show our affections!

If the selection at your local baker leaves something to be desired, nothing sends that personal touch like preparing your own chocolate delicacies. This year, preparing treats has never been easier with the Electrolux hybrid induction cooktop. Featuring three traditional radiant burners with two induction elements, Electrolux delivers the ultimate in form, style, and function.

 Induction’s rapid heat feature can bring water from room temperature to boiling in as little as 90 seconds, preparing the noodles for your chicken parmigiana quickly and with ease. Electrolux induction cooktop combines power with finesse! The induction burners can reach medium and low temperatures instantaneously, providing a delicate simmer for your chocolate ganache.

Not only does Electrolux make preparing your Valentine’s Day treats a breeze, but cleanup is a snap as well. Because induction only reacts with ferrous iron, any chocolate accidentally spilled over won’t burn onto the surface, resulting in an easy cleanup. Furthermore, pets, small children, and even careless cooks won’t burn themselves as induction elements are cool to the touch!

Even if you have a favorite pan that doesn’t work on induction, there’s no need to cast it aside. Electrolux’s hybrid induction cooktop can still heat up non-ferrous cookware with its traditional radiant elements.

If you’re really looking to wow your beloved this Valentine’s day, and your cooktop just isn’t up to the task, you owe it to yourself to check out the Electrolux induction cooktop. Make this Valentine’s Day the sweetest ever!

For many of us, myself included, coffee has become a necessary component of our morning rituals. Some of us enjoy the rich, heady aroma of a French Vanilla brew. Others enjoy the sweet taste of a caramel latte with a light whipped cream topping. For most of us, the battle to keep our eyes open for a productive day’s work would be impossible without coffee. 

It’s not uncommon for many of us to plunk down three to five dollars every morning at the local barista in exchange for a custom mocha we can’t get anywhere else. Well, thanks to Miele and their collection of built-in and freestanding coffee systems,  you too can enjoy the tastes and aroma of your local coffee shop in the comfort of your own home.

Unlike the traditional coffee makers that percolate into a pot on your counter (cooling and becoming stale throughout the afternoon), Miele coffee systems are built  to deliver the highest quality on demand with the push of a button. Depending on the model and your tastes, Miele coffee makers utilize the espresso brewing process in combination with pre-made grounds, individual beans, or Nespresso pods to deliver a rich cup of coffee. One with crema and taste that until now, was reserved exclusively for coffee shops and drive-thru windows.

Each brew uses just enough coffee for your cup. The internal conical grinder, which can be bypassed if preferred, grinds your beans to  your personal level of volume and coarseness. This allows you to customize both the strength and intensity of each cup of coffee to your individual taste! Miele’s unique and convenient frothing wand is able to steam milk to that perfect texture, transforming your simple cup of coffee into an exquisite latte.

 For multiple users, the dual spout is able to brew two cups simultaneously. Enabling party mode keeps a fresh cup on tap for thirsty guests when entertaining. And for those few stragglers in the home who don’t drink coffee, Miele’s hot water dispenser is able to deliver the finest quality of teas and hot chocolates on demand.

Not only that, Miele coffee makers can rest on your counter, or mount into a cabinet. For the ultimate in convenience, the plumbed model can be connected to a waterline - eliminating the need for replenishing the water supply. If your kitchen needs a jolt of caffeine to jump start its morning, Miele coffee systems, are a great place to start!

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Here’s something most of us can relate to: you’re having the family over for the holidays, you’re roasting the turkey away when suddenly you realize  that you forgot to bake the sweet potatoes!  Or, you need that frozen pizza baked quickly, but the old oven is just a little too slow,and you really don’t like how pizza tastes when pulled out of the microwave. How many times have you thought to yourself, “A double oven would be perfect!” but then remind yourself that you can’t remodel your kitchen just to put one in?

If you find yourself yearning for the conveniences of a second oven, or just need to replace your worn-out microwave, you should check out the newly stocked GE PEB1590 Convection Microwave.  Offering all the conveniences of a traditional countertop microwave, this unit features dedicated oven elements inside the cavity for your auxiliary baking needs.

Looking to get that pumpkin pie baking while your main oven fires away at the Thanksgiving turkey?  The spacious 1.5 cubic foot interior can accommodate larger dishes than you’d think!  Frozen pizzas, casseroles, pies, and cookies are just a sampling of the dishes this oven can prepare.  Not only that, the 1,000 watts of microwaving power makes quick work of reheating coffee, warming leftovers, and cooking microwave popcorn to perfection.

Like the idea but a little short on countertop space? GE offers a trim kit that allows you to build the microwave into a 24” deep cabinet to save countertop space and provide a built-in appearance.  Not only that, the GE PEB1590 Convection microwave comes in stainless steel, white, black, and bisque to look good no matter how your kitchen is designed!

Warners’ Stellian is now stocking the GE Convection microwave in all available colors.  No longer will your baking needs be held back by the limits of just one oven. Click here to learn more about the GE PEB1590 convection microwave.

When I woke up this morning at 6 am, the mercury read twenty one degrees below zero. Starting my car, I heard a series of putt-putt-putts you would hope to only hear on a miniature golf course. The fog of my breath was as thick as clam chowder. There is no doubt about it. We are in the throes of one of the frostiest Minnesota winters in recent memory!

 While I much prefer the balmy warmth of a roaring fire, once place I definitely don’t mind chilly temperatures are in my refrigerator and freezer. If your refrigerator could stand a much-needed update, check out the new ice & water dispensing LG French door refrigerator, model LFX23961ST.

LG, a leader in French door refrigeration, offers the industry’s tallest dispenser at 12” in height, for those extra big gulp glasses. The exclusive SpacePlus™ design relocates the ice system to the door for unobstructed refrigerator usage.

Not sure on how you want it to look? That’s okay. LG offers you a choice of smooth black, white, or stainless steel in 23 and 25 cubic foot. Cabinet depth is available (stainless steel only) for a recessed installation. Certain models will afford the choice between one and two pullout freezer drawers, depending on which layout suits your needs best. Not only that, all LG French door refrigerators are Energy Star rated, and use Cyclopentane – an environmentally friendly material, for insulation.

Best of all, from now until January 25th, LG French door dispensing refrigerators are on sale from $100 to $200 off! Whether planning the remodel of your dreams, or simply replacing a tired old fridge, we’ve got you covered. Stop into any one of Warners’ Stellian seven locations and experience for yourself the ease and convenience of LG!