Use appliances correctly in your kitchen

The greatest energy consumption within a home is generated in the kitchen, this is where most of the appliances are used and they are often misused. Only appliances such as the refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, together use a considerable amount of energy. Using appliances efficiently means being responsible for the work done in the kitchen and for the environment. It is important to accept that ecology has stopped being a fashion and has become a lifestyle; this implies saving energy and choosing the appropriate, quality and necessary appliances. Now, let's take a look at several tips that will help you use different appliances correctly:

Place the refrigerator in the appropriate space.

Do not place the refrigerator against a wall, periodically clean the dust from the back to improve ventilation and avoid installing it near heat sources, such as the oven or a place where the sun shines intensely. Before storing food in the refrigerator, wait for it to cool and when you need to eat food, do not keep the door open for too long. With this small habit you can save up to 5% of energy. If you have to leave the house for a long time, it is preferable to leave it clean, empty and unplugged.

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Use pots suitable for induction hobs.

Interesting facts: you can save 20% of energy by using pots and pans with a diameter equal to the cooking zone if you have an induction hob in your kitchen. The pressure cooker is effective in saving up to 50% of energy in addition to taking less time to cook food.

Induction hob VS. gas stove

The best option for saving energy is gas stoves, always keeping the burners clean and eliminating any waste. Check that the flame is always blue; if the color is yellow, it is important to check the pipes. On the other hand, induction hobs are the best option in electric kitchens as they save 20% more energy than ceramic hobs.

Take advantage of the residual heat of the oven.

Do not turn off the oven when you finish preparing the food, turn it off minutes before to take advantage of the residual heat of the oven once the cooking inside is finished. Do not use the oven to heat or defrost food and always use ceramic containers to preserve heat.

Afraid of using the dishwasher?

Many people believe that washing flats by hand is more efficient than using the dishwasher, but this is not the case in reality. The dishwasher saves 30 liters of water a day and is best used when you fill it and use low temperatures.

Take advantage of the potential of the microwave.

The microwave between 60% and 70% saves more energy compared to the oven. It is recommended that the food that is going to be heated be cut into pieces so that it heats up faster.

Important! Take into account the location of the appliances as they will meet a ergonomic function in the kitchen.

With the information provided you can now be clearer the keys to choosing your kitchen appliances and make your space an impressive place that respects the environment.

If you are planning to renovate your kitchen, take a look at the efficient use of appliances and their energy card, so you can purchase the ones with the greatest energy savings.