Sunday, March 8, 2020

Don't Touch my Kitchen, you Democrats!

Before our kitchen renovation, we had an electric stove. We replaced it with a gas stove -- encouraged by our Contractor and certain relatives. I have yet to regret the decision. Most of all, I like the fact that we CHOSE what we wanted with no hindrances. Articles like this make me feel very nervous about having control-freak, know-it-all Democrats running our government offices. First our stove, next each and every appliance. Give them an inch, and they will take a mile -- Heck, NO!!!

Kitchen Remodels Won’t Include This Feature for Much Longer - Domino Magazine

If you care about cooking, you probably have strong feelings about your stove—particularly where the fuel for the heat is coming from. Gas-powered cooktops are definitely the fan favorite among chefs (you have precise control over the flame, thus not burning your food to a crisp), but there’s a growing trend to replace them with their less-popular counterpart: electric.

According to a new report from Curbed, more and more cities are targeting the use of natural gas in homes in the name of climate change. (The movement is an effort to cut down on the 560 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions released each year.) As it turns out, electric stoves are twice as energy efficient. So not only are they a lot cheaper to install, but they keep utility costs down over time. Studies also link gas stoves to poor indoor air quality and a higher risk of asthma.

Whether you’re in the middle of a renovation or simply in the market for a range, don’t let this news bum you out. While you might think electric cooktops aren’t as responsive, plenty of newer appliances feature impressively wide temperature ranges and can boil water in a matter of a few minutes. Plus, they’re easier to clean and provide extra counter space when you’re not cooking. And if it’s the visual cue of fire that you miss, some options, like Samsung’s Slide-In Induction Range, use LED surface lights to reflect virtual flames on the pot or pan. Your electric stove doesn’t have to be a big black box either. (Italian kitchen appliance manufacturer Fabita debuted an induction surface last year that can be hung up on the wall after use!) These stylish picks make a case for going a little greener: