Professional chefs rely on quality appliances and utensils in their work. Which brands do professionals use and why do they prefer these appliances? Are they better made in some way? Do they prefer stainless steel kitchen sinks to porcelain? Is an all-stainless steel kitchen preferred? Should the at-home chef consider these same brands? The professional chef and the home chef should consider these brands when developing their own kitchens. Searching online you can find more information on the most popular brands.
Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink Brands
Many homeowners are opting to upgrade their kitchens with pro quality appliances and stainless steel. Stainless steel has become a very popular choice with a wide range of sizes and its ease of use. FrankeUSA stainless steel kitchen sinks come in a variety of sizes and are easy to install. Visit http://www.frankeusa.com/ for more information on these beautiful sinks. Another manufacturer of the stainless steel kitchen sink is the Rohl® company, http://www.rohlhome.com/.
Another option many homeowners are choosing is to incorporate stainless steel kitchen cabinets for a professional look. Kitchen stainless steel is easy to clean and sanitary. There are many options and brands to choose from for your stainless steel kitchen appliances and cabinets.
The pro appliance market is saturated with quality products from a variety of manufacturers. The best way to choose is to compare all the products with all the features you desire or need. Here is a list of some of the more popular brands and their features.
Wolf ®SubZero Brand Appliances
Subzero® bought out the Wolf brand a few years ago. The website, www.subzero.com, is a good resource of information on Wolf® Subzero appliances. The site also has great articles on designing and planning your kitchen. The range has a semi-sealed burner construction that makes cleanup easy and two stage burners for even heat distribution. The Subzero refrigerator uses two compressors. The PRO 48 is a 100% stainless steel masterpiece. The dual refrigeration, triple evaporation, and advanced controls combine with the sculpture-like metal to create a bold design that performs magnificently. Whether the chef opts for a freestanding or built-in unit, the PRO 48 blends beautifully with a stainless steel kitchen sink and stainless steel kitchen cabinets.
Thermador Pro Quality Appliances
Thermador has been a state of the art performer in cooking for more than seven decades. They were the first company to introduce the built-in oven over 50 years ago. Their newest innovation is the patented Star® Burner gas cook tops. For more information on Thermador appliances, visit their website at http://www.thermador.com. The stainless steel construction blends well with stainless steel kitchen sinks.
DCS Manufacturer Of True Pro Cooking Products
DCS® is a high quality manufacturer of quality stainless steel kitchen appliances and cooking products. Fisher and Paykel acquired DCS in 2004 and continue to manufacture a full line of high-end cooking equipment, both for the commercial and home environment. They carry a line of drop-in cook tops, heavy-duty ranges, convection ovens, griddles, and stainless steel kitchen countertops for the food service industry. Visit their website at http://www.dcsappliances.com/ for more information.
Dacor®, Miele®, Cuisinart®, And Kitchen Aid® Appliances
Dacor®, www.dacor.com, manufactures high-end stainless steel kitchen appliances for the professional and home cook. Their products include French door refrigerators, range hoods, cook tops, and many other products. Miele®, www.miele.com, produces a full line of professional quality appliances for the home. Cuisinart®, http://www.cuisinart.com, and KitchenAid®, http://www.kitchenaid.com, both carry small appliances that coordinate beautifully with stainless steel kitchen cabinets. KitchenAid also carries a full line of professional quality appliances such as dishwashers, refrigerators, and ovens for the home.
Some of the more popular brands of cookware and knives among professional chefs include Viking®, All-Clad®, Mauviel® Cookware, Emerilware®, J.A. Henckels®, Wusthof®, Kyocera® Ceramics, Vita-Mix® Blenders, and Capresso® Coffee. Many of these brands can be found at http://www.metrokitchen.com/.
Difference Between Restaurant And Professional Style
It can be confusing to understand the difference between an actual restaurant range and a professional style range that is built for the home. One reason for this is that many commercial manufacturers produce home units as well as commercial. One big difference is the pricing between the two lines.
The sidewall, rear, and oven door temperatures of the range in a commercial kitchen are not insulated the same as a home oven would be. The ranges in a commercial kitchen are installed in an all-stainless steel kitchen environment with no combustible materials located within the area.
On the other hand, all home approved ranges must be well tested and certified by the AGA, American Gas Association, or the IAS, International Approval Services for safe installation among wood cabinets, sheetrock, and plastic countertops, not to mention toddlers. The safe heat limit for side, rear, and front surface temperature in home ranges is 75 degrees Fahrenheit above the room temperature. This prevents burning or igniting of combustible materials.
Caring For Your Stainless Steel Kitchen
Having a beautiful kitchen of stainless steel surfaces can be a great pleasure. You must remember that maintenance of these surfaces is necessary to keep them looking good. For instance, appliances will become scratched if they are cleaned with abrasives stronger than soap and water. They should be cleaned with a liquid dishwashing soap and a sponge.
Stainless steel will absorb oil. That’s why your fingerprints leave smears and prints. Wipe the surface with a lint-free cloth and a little warm soapy water. Bleach and orange cleaners or other cleaning solutions can damage the stainless steel kitchen surfaces very quickly.
Most pro style ovens are self-cleaning. Don’t use any commercial oven cleaners on these types of ovens since they can damage the finish and void the warranty. To clean the cook top, clean up spills quickly on a gas stove with soap and water.
All these brands are made of high-end stainless steel and heavy-duty parts. Professional chefs all have their favorites among these brands, so when they design their own kitchens they often choose their favorite brand. Wouldn’t you enjoy having Franke® stainless steel sinks, Kitchenaid® appliances, Wolf® SubZero stoves, ovens, and refrigerators in your kitchen just like the pros?
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