Kitchen appliances have become more technically complex from a control point of view recently with the introduction of various energy labeling rules around the world. This has meant that appliances have been forced to become more and more efficient, leading to more accurate controllers to comply with regulations. Major household appliances can be roughly divided into refrigeration equipment, stoves or cookers, washing equipment such as dishwashers, and washing machines.

Throughout the UK there are over 30 appliance manufacturers offering their models at retail to the general public. The most important brands are the Indesit group, which also includes the Hotpoint brand, and the BSH group, made up of Bosch, Neff and Siemens. Most modern appliances are covered by at least a 2-year warranty, though there are some that offer a more attractive 5 years for both parts and labor. At the budget end of the market are vendors like Baumatic and CDA, who offer good-looking, good-quality appliances for less than German brands.

AEG’s passion for perfection is reflected in its uncompromising and innovative approach to the pursuit of excellence in the kitchen, resulting in products that combine extraordinary performance.

Smeg production units create appliances to meet a variety of needs, from cooking to washing to refrigerating, as well as extractor hoods and sinks. High levels of technology are applied in each phase of production and constant controls are carried out

Smeg offers a range of single built-in ovens in sizes ranging from 60cm to 90cm from the Classic collection to the Colonial collection in a range of colors from polished steel, cream, white and black with a range of features such as multifunction ovens , static ovens and pyrolytic ovens, this also applies to double undercounter ovens and double column ovens.

Whirlpool, formerly known as Phillips Whirlpool. Everything the Whirlpool group does is based on its deep understanding of customers’ wants and needs. Customers know that when they purchase a Whirlpool product, they are investing in an appliance that will help them manage their time and home more efficiently.

CDA has a full range of freestanding and built in appliances including combi microwave ovens, steam ovens, single ovens, microwaves, dishwashers and washing machines. CDA offers a range of cooktops including gas, electric, glass ceramic and induction. There are also a couple of designer gas hobs available. CDA has a Domino collection, which includes gas hobs, an iron, a barbecue, a fryer, electric hobs and a ceramic hob.