• Select the Right Stove & Oven

• Choose the Perfect Refrigerator & Freezer

• Explore Washer & Dryer Options

• Select a Dishwasher That Meets Your Needs

• Find Major Appliances on eBay Australia

• Buy With Confidence

• Need More Help?

• Legal Disclaimer

Select the Right Stove & Oven

Select the Right Stove & Oven

Ensure you find the right stove and oven to fit your lifestyle.

Stoves

Firstly, decide whether you want a gas range (check to see if you have a gas line in your kitchen) or an electric range.

• Gas ranges: Generally, gas ranges provide more precise temperature control than electric ranges. They have no cool-down time, so you can cut the heat to a dish instantly without having to take it off the burner. Gas ranges can come with sealed ceramic burners that make cleaning just as easy as for electric burners. Some gas ranges come with specialty burners that allow you to do particular kinds of cooking. A sealed “simmer” burner will allow you to cook delicate ingredients like chocolate or sugars without a double boiler. Other “high output” burners can deliver a scorching 15,000 BTUs. This allows you to heat oil for deep-frying, boil water for pasta, or any other task that requires a lot of heat quickly.

• Electric ranges: Many burners on electric ranges are adjustable and let you heat everything from a small saucepan to a large casserole dish with the right amount of heat. Some electric ranges also come with electric controls that can adjust the cooking elements to fit the size of the pan being used, automatically turn off burners that have been left on accidentally, and lock out a burner to prevent any accidental turn-ons. The sealed cooktops of electric ranges are also very easy to clean. Any spills or mess are gone with a quick spray and wipe.

Ovens

Determine what oven size you’ll need first of all. Do you plan on having an extra-large turkey at Christmas? Do you enjoy baking lots of cakes and pastries? If yes, then you’ll probably need a larger oven.

An oven with a larger looped cooking element will provide more even heat that is useful in baking. Some baking elements are hidden beneath the floor of the oven cavity, making it easier to clean the bottom of the oven.

Electronic touch controls make it easier to program precise temperatures, and several ovens come with extra features such as a cook timer and a cooking lockout. High- and low-broil features allow you to cook thick meats without charring the exterior.

Convection ovens circulate hot air around the food, which drastically reduces cooking times, sometimes by up to 25%. Convection ovens often have a convection fan to further increase effectiveness.

Some ovens come with a self-cleaning feature that superheats the oven, turning any spills into ash that can easily be wiped up.

You will find popular ovens made by Chef, Westinghouse and Simpson on eBay Australia.

Choose the Perfect Refrigerator & Freezer

Choose the Perfect Refrigerator & Freezer

The refrigerator is often considered the centrepiece of the kitchen, and understandably so as this is the place where food is stored. Firstly determine what refrigerator capacity (measured in litres) will best meet your needs. If it's a whole family of 8 that you've got to feed then you'll probably need a larger capacity refrigerator then if it's just yourself or one other roommate too.

There are three different types of refrigerator/freezer configurations:

• Bottom-mounted refrigerator combos: You will find the freezer mounted below the refrigerator.

• Top-mounted refrigerator combos: The freezer is located above the refrigerator.

• Side-by-side refrigerator combos: Side-by-side combos have the fridge and freezer next to each other. These may also be referred to as “French Door” refrigerators.

Consider some other features when selecting your refrigerator:

• Adjustable shelving: Most refrigerators have adjustable shelving. With some, you have to take the shelf out and manually move it up or down a level. Some have a rail system and you can adjust the shelf-height by cranking a lever.

• In-door ice and water dispenser: A common and popular feature of later model refrigerators is the in-door ice and water dispenser. Most water and ice dispensers feature filtered water and cubed or crushed ice.

• In-door refreshment centres: Some refrigerators come with in-door refreshment centres that put commonly used items in a separate container that can be accessed through a smaller door in the front of the fridge. They save energy because the main door does not need to be opened every time.

Select a stand-alone freezer

Stand-alone freezers are great if you have a large quantity of frozen food that you don’t need constant access to. Ensure you consider the right capacity for your needs. You'll find freezers that are top-loading, also known as chest freezers or tucker box freezers, which have baskets to help organise their contents. Upright freezers, that have the look and feel of a refrigerator, are also popular in the home.

Choose a bar fridge

Bar fridges are great not only for your personal home bar but also for games rooms and even your bedroom. You'll find a wide selection of bar fridges on eBay Australia that are available not only in white but also in stainless steel. Most bar fridges also offer a small freezer compartment for storing ice cubes.

Popular manufacturers of refrigerators and freezers include Westinghouse, LG, Whirlpool, Kelvinator, Samsung and Fisher & Paykel.

Explore Washer & Dryer Options

Explore Washer & Dryer Options

The right washing machine and dryer can make a huge difference in your energy bills. Look for the Energy Rating Label on your machine which has a star rating between one and six stars. The greater the number of stars, the higher the efficiency ie. the machine uses less water and less energy (in kWh) to do its job.

Select your washing machine

There are two main kinds of washers available: front-load and top-load.

• Front-load washers: Front-load washers can be stacked with a dryer to conserve space. They generally use less water to wash clothes, and have a more effective, energy-saving spin dry feature.

• Top-load washers: Top-load washers are more common in most households, allow easier access to the washtub and come in a wide variety of models.

The tub material will be made of porcelain-covered metal, plastic, or stainless steel. Plastic and stainless steel tubs are the most durable and can last as long as the washer itself.

It's important to remember to choose a washer capacity that suits your needs. Buying a washer that is too large will waste energy, while one that is too small could require extra loads. Also, consider a quieter model if your washer is near a living area.

Choose the right dryer

Many of the considerations for buying washers also apply to dryers. Important concerns include capacity and noise level. Some dryers also come with sensors to keep from wasting energy when clothes have dried before the allotted time has expired.

Some dryers come with a drying rack. This lets you place items on a rack instead of having them tumble inside the machine. This is great for drying shoes, since tumble drying them can damage the machine.

When shopping for washers and dryers, find popular brands like Simpson, Fisher & Paykel, Whirlpool, Hoover, LG, and more on eBay Australia.

Consider a stackable laundry centre

If you have limited space at home or are looking for a laundry centre style for your washer and dryer, you will also find washer & dryer combo sets on eBay Australia, and sets that are designed to be stacked. This is when the dryer sits on top of the washer for easy loading and space saving.

Select a Dishwasher That Meets Your Needs

Select a Dishwasher That Meets Your Needs

Dishwashers can conveniently save you time, and several energy-efficient dishwashers actually use less water than washing by hand. Refer to the Energey Rating Label to see its star rating out of six, if you want to ensure that you buy a dishwasher that uses less water and energy.

When choosing a dishwasher, check to see the size of the holes on the wash arms. The smaller the hole, the more scrubbing power it will bring to bear on your dishes.

Ensure the dishwasher has a setting for the kind of dishes you want to wash. There are cycles for differents kind of cleaning. If plan on using your dishwasher to scrub pots and pans, make sure it has more than just a delicate cycle.

Some dishwashers have sensors to detect how much cleaning your dishes need. If they’re very dirty, they’ll get the full treatment, but if they’re only slightly dirty, the machine will cut back on the cleaning to save water and energy.

Dishlex, Simpson, Westinghouse and Fisher & Paykel all make popular dishwashers.

Find Major Appliances on eBay Australia

Find Major Appliances on eBay Australia

Once you know what type of major appliance you want, go to the Home & Lifestyle portal, click Major Appliances, and start searching for items on eBay Australia.

• Categories: The Categories list on the left side of each page will help you narrow down your listings by item type. You'll find links for Air Conditioners & Cooling, Heaters, Dishwashers, Ovens, Cooktops, Refrigerators, Freezers, Washer & Dryers and more.

• Keyword search: Search eBay Australia listing titles for specific words. For example, if you want to find a rangehood, type "rangehood" (without quotation marks) into the Search box. Click "Search title and description" to expand your results. Visit eBay Australia's Search Tips page for more tips on searching with keywords.

If you can't find exactly what you want, try shopping eBay Stores, tell the eBay Australia Community what you want by creating a post on Want It Now, or save a search on My eBay and eBay Australia will email you when a match becomes available.

Buy With Confidence

Buy With Confidence

Before making your purchase, make sure you know exactly what you're buying, research your seller, and understand how eBay Australia and PayPal protect you.

Know your purchase

Carefully read the details in item listings.

• Figure delivery costs into your final price. If you spend a lot of money, make sure the seller will insure the item when it ships.

• If you want more information, ask by clicking the "Ask seller a question" link under the seller's profile.

• Always make sure to complete your transaction on eBay Australia (with a bid, Buy It Now, or Best Offer). Transactions conducted outside of eBay Australia are not covered by eBay Australia protection programs.

• Never pay for your eBay Australia item using instant cash wire transfer services through Western Union or MoneyGram. These payment methods are unsafe when paying someone you do not know.

Know your seller

Research your seller so you feel positive and secure about every transaction.

• What is the seller's Feedback rating? How many transactions have they completed? What percentage of positive responses do they have?

• What do buyers say in their Feedback? Did the seller receive praise?

• Most top eBay Australia sellers operate like retail stores and have return policies. Do they offer a money-back guarantee? What are the terms and conditions?

Buyer protection

In the unlikely event that a problem arises during your transaction, eBay Australia and PayPal are there for you.

• Pay safely with PayPal: PayPal enables you to pay without the seller ever seeing your bank account or credit card numbers. In fact, PayPal protects buyers 100% against unauthorised payments from their accounts. Plus, with PayPal Buyer Protection, your purchase can be covered up to $1,500.

• eBay Australia Security & Resolution Centre: Visit the Security & Resolution Centre to learn how to protect your account and use eBay Australia's quick and efficient resolution tools.

Need More Help?

Need More Help?

Visit our help pages or start a thread on one of our Community Discussion Boards - If you have a quick question that needs answering, try posting it on our community Answer Centre - there's bound to be a seasoned eBay Australia veteran with just the information you're looking for!

Legal Disclaimer

Legal Disclaimer

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