Oven & Stove

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Charcoal in a wooden scoop.
Charcoal vs Activated Charcoal

We often think that charcoal is just charcoal.

A white microwave with the door left slightly open.
How to Repaint the Inside of a Microwave

Even the inside can benefit from a new look.

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Natural Gas Stove Conversion to Propane

It's a relatively efficient source of energy.

A close up on an electric coil.
How to Repair a Broken Electric Coil

Electrical coils are usually wrapped with insulating tape.

charcoals flaming in a barbeque grill
How to Keep a Charcoal BBQ Lit

The key to keeping your charcoal BBQ lit isn't the fire.

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F1 Error Codes on Electric Ovens

Find out which ones point to problems with EOC boards.

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Switching to an Electric or Induction Stove

Newer cooking methods leave gas in the past.

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Gas Stove Oven Doesn’t Heat

Find the source of the chill.

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How to Replace Oven Lights

Fix a burnout so you can see burns coming.

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Spilled Water on My Gas Stove - Won’t Light

If you need to cook right away, do a deep dry.

A ceramic cooktop.
Buying Cookware for a Ceramic Glass Cooktop

Your stove is one of the more expensive home items.

food waste
What to Compost and What Not to Compost

Most kinds of food waste are fine, but some are dangerous.

Gas Range Burner: Open or Closed?

Which is the better option?

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Converting from an Electric Range to a Gas Range

Many homeowners are choosing to replace their electric range with a gas range.

Two propane tanks.
8 Types of Propane Tanks

Propane is a type of alkaline gas that has been compressed and transformed into liquid form.

A built-in oven with the door ajar.
Troubleshooting an Oven That Doesn't Heat Up

There are many reasons why an oven won't heat up.

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Appliance Refinishing

Redesign your home on a budget by refinishing appliances.

electric oven with door open
How Does an Electric Oven Work?

They come in several distinct forms.

The stove top surface of an electric range.
How to Break In a New Electric Range Oven

Chemical residue isn't good in food.

glass stove top
Choosing the Right Cookware to Use on Glass Stove Tops

Even the most expensive ones can be scratched.

A grill grate with flames blazing from below.
How to Make a Custom Outdoor Grill Grate

Grill grates won't fit every grill, especially a custom one.

a Roof Vent
Range Hood Vents: Wall, Soffit or Roof Vent

Vents are a necessity in modern homes.

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How High Should You Mount a Range Hood?

To mount a range hood you must find the precise height.

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Troubleshooting an Oven: Broiler Doesn't Work

A number of problems can affect electric ovens.

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4 Common Problems with a Natural Gas Oven

Natural gas ovens are good alternatives to electric ovens.

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How to Reset a Propane Tank Valve

Here's how to reset a propane tank valve.

two propane tanks with a connective hose
How to Fix a Propane Hose Leak

A leaking propane hose can pose great hazards.

microwave door open
How to Remove a Microwave Door

Take special care when handling the plastic pieces.

Warm coil burners on an electric stove.
How to Clean Stove Top Electric Coil Burners

Cool them down while you mix up a cleaning agent.

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Troubleshooting for a Propane Stove

A propane stove can be a useful appliance.

man opening propane tank valve
4 Important Propane Tank Safety Tips

Propane gas tanks are highly flammable and can be dangerous.

the surface of an electric stove
Protect Your Oven's Electronics from Power Surge

Don't let a random event break one of your best appliances.

induction stove top with pan in stylish kitchen
Induction Stove Tops

Put your kitchen on the cutting edge of technology.

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Decoding and Fixing Propane-Regulator Leaks

Use these steps to diagnose and fix a leaking regulator.

A frying pan cooking on a glass top stove.
How to Replace a Burner on a Glass Top Stove

Fix a damaged burner on your glass top stove and get back to preparing your favorite meals in style.

inside of oven
How to Replace an Oven Heating Element

Make sure you do the replacement correctly and safely.