#appliance-safety

#appliance-safety

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The average microwave should last around seven to 10 years, assuming that you look after it well. But during this time, you might notice patches of rust appear inside or on the outer casing of the appliance. If the rest of the microwave is in good working order, you might be wondering if these rust spots are reason to throw it out.

Kitchen appliances are supposed to save you time, but when the cords trail across the counter they can become an impediment to efficiency. They get caught on drawer pulls, dangle dangerously close to burners, or just sit in a tangled nest behind the toaster. Still, for the sake of your sanity and safety, it's important to unplug your appliances. A cheap fix comes from self-adhesive plastic hooks.

Extension cords are manufactured with a maximum capacity to handle electrical current, which is determined by the size or gauge of the wire used in the cord.