Wednesday 28 December 2016

Year End Deals for Everyone



2016 is nearly over. 2017 lays ahead -- full of promise and opportunity.

Many things mark the end of the year: New Year’s Eve parties, resolution lists and the countdown to the ball drop on the most rockin’ night of the year.

But do you know what the biggest event of 2016 is? The West Coast Appliance and Furniture year end clearance sale!

Browse our warehouse selections and find the right piece for every room in your home. We have living room furniture, dining sets, mattresses and appliances.

2017 is a new year and time to start fresh. If you want to purchase new pieces for your home, wait no longer! West Coast Appliance and Furniture has all the items your house needs for a new beginning. Some of our best prices and deals of the year are waiting for you at our store.

We want your home to be as functional and beautiful as possible. Let’s ring in the new year with family, friends, fun and furniture.


Happy New Year!

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.  

Wednesday 21 December 2016

How to Care for Your Memory Foam Mattress

Memory foam mattress


Congratulations! You’re the proud new owner of a memory foam mattress.

Your new mattress is settled in its frame, fitted with fresh sheets and decorated with lovely accent pillows. It is perfect. And it’s a dream to sleep in.

As the honeymoon phase wanes away, worry sets in. You’re in the dark about how to care for your memory foam mattress. Fortunately we have four handy tricks to make caring for your mattress easy.

1.    Rotate
Memory foam mattresses don’t usually need rotating, but it’s recommended to turn your mattress every three months. Doing so prevents any indentations forming in areas where there is a lot of pressure.           

2.    Stay Dry
            Invest in a mattress protector to shield your mattress from liquids. The material may deteriorate faster if it gets wet.

3.    A Firm Base
            Your mattress needs a firm, even and supportive base. A bed base with gaps or other problem areas decreases your mattress’ lifespan.

4.    Heat is Bad
            Memory foam is sensitive to heat. Even on cold nights, do not use an electric blanket with a memory foam mattress. The heat damages the foam and the mattress won’t last as long. On the plus side, memory foam mattresses feel much warmer than a regular mattress, so you won’t need an electric blanket to stay warm.


These simple tips ensure your mattress lasts a long time and provides many nights of heavenly sleep.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.  

Wednesday 14 December 2016

What's your kitchen design style?

Stainless steel appliances


Do you buy a live tree or fake? Serve turkey or ham for Christmas? Install stainless steel or black stainless steel appliances?

That last question doesn’t come up often, but when it does, it deserves thorough consideration. Your choice of appliances changes the look of your kitchen and could affect the value of your home if you decide to sell it someday.

Each style of appliance has its own flair. Which one is right for you?

Stainless steel is timeless: durable, scratch-resistant and matches every type of cabinet. Decide to paint the walls a crazy color or stain your cabinets in a unique wacky shade? Stainless steel appliances will still match. They stand up to whatever design shenanigans you can dream up.

Because it is metallic, black stainless also matches most cabinet styles. It’s versatile and appealing to
a wide range of designs. Black stainless is smudge and fingerprint proof, unlike other stainless finishes, so little hands can’t get your appliances dirty. It’s a good alternative if you’re tired of regular stainless steel, but it’s not scratch-resistant. If you scratch black stainless, a shiny surface underneath will show through.


So how do you choose? We’ve laid out the options. Only you can make the final decision. Don’t worry too much, though. Whichever you choose, it will look classy and elegant against your cabinets, walls and overall design. In the end, the real winner of this contest is you.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.  

Wednesday 7 December 2016

Holiday Party Must-Haves

cooking on induction cooktop


You survived Thanksgiving. The relatives are gone, the leftovers eaten and the kitchen clean.

For now.

Thanksgiving is only the beginning of the entertaining season. There’s still Christmas, New Year’s Eve, office parties and neighborhood gatherings. If your cooktop barely survived turkey day, upgrade your kitchen before the next party.

Electrolux induction cooktop
A watched pot never boils. Not with these cooktops! The #Electrolux induction cooktop boils water in a mere 90 seconds. You’re in complete control with an induction cooktop; it’s more responsive than gas or electric. Choose a delicate simmer, quick boil or any temperature in between. Food cooks evenly and thoroughly.

Hard-to-clean surfaces are a thing of the past too. Have you ever melted chocolate and it somehow drips, forming a chocolaty crust on your cooktop? Then you know the pain of trying to scrape it off. Induction cooktops generate heat in the cookware while the cooktop stays cool, so it’s easier to clean. You’ll never slave over a dirty cooktop again.

Don’t forget about the oven, either. If you’re a baker, you want an oven with convection heating. Air
Electrolux convection oven
is circulated evenly and cooks your food better than a standard oven, which may be prone to hot or cold spots.


Entertaining is integral to the holidays. You need appliances you can trust. Don’t risk caked-on food or uneven cooking. The induction cooktops by #Electrolux work behind the scenes to ensure all your meals are scrumptious.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.  

Wednesday 23 November 2016

Black Friday deals galore!

Black Friday shopping


The big day is almost here. The day when your food is the star, and your kitchen appliances the backup singers. We wait 11 months for Thanksgiving and prepare for the big event with research, recipe planning and smart shopping.

Even if your appliances aren’t up to par this year, never fear! There’s never a bad time to shop for new appliances. And if shopping for a new kitchen is wrong, we don’t want to be right.

So let’s get down to it. Once Thanksgiving passes, it’s time to shift gears to Black Friday shopping and deal-seeking mode. And do we ever have deals for you!

GE electric range
Our GE ranges come in all shapes, sizes and prices. The ranges by GE produce evenly dispersed heat so your food cooks thoroughly. If you’re a baker, then you’ll love the full-width storage drawer which has room for baking racks and cookie sheets.

You have another option with the Jenn-Air dual fuel range. This range offers a whopping 17,000 BTU burner, brass burners and optional duct-free filter kit that allows for installation nearly anywhere. The range boasts downdraft ventilation which was developed and refined by Jenn-Air. It uses proximity ventilation to capture smoke, steam and odors at the cooking surface. Those are whisked down, out and away, leaving a cleaner and fresher kitchen.

Jenn-Air dual fuel range


Sounds good, doesn’t it?

When life gives you Black Friday deals, you go shopping! Search our website, visit our store and chat with our friendly staff.

We are thankful to serve and help you make all your home wishes come true.


Happy Thanksgiving!


Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point. 

Wednesday 16 November 2016

Congratulations, Ashland Culinary Festival winners!



The annual Ashland Culinary Festival celebrates Southern Oregon’s bustling food scene. Every attendee delights in food, wine and competition.

There were several competitions at the 2016 festival and a winner emerged from each.

The Top Mixologist competition was one of two new additions to the festival. Four local bartenders from Alchemy Restaurant & Bar, Brickroom, Larks Restaurant and Smithfields Restaurant & Bar fought for the title of Top Mixologist. After a rigorous -- and delicious! -- contest, Blake Henry of Brickroom won the Top Mixologist award.

The Junior Chef competition was the other new event. Teams from Ashland High School and South Medford High School’s culinary programs went head-to-head; a head chef and sous chef on each team. Albacore tuna was the secret ingredient and the teams were required to create a starter and an entree. Rose Eschtruth-Harrison and Gabriele Livni from Ashland High School were the winners of this inaugural event. Congrats, girls!

The Top Chef competition played out in four rounds over two days. 12 chefs competed, each round containing a secret ingredient the chefs showcased in their dishes. After four vigorous matches, Josh Dorcak of Scarpetta Prima took home the honor of Top Chef 2016.


The Ashland Culinary Festival is a staple of Southern Oregon and an event which highlights our amazing restaurants and chefs. We’re honored to sponsor it. We offer a hearty congratulations to the winners and all those who competed. See you next year!

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point. 

Wednesday 9 November 2016

Home on the Range


Thanksgiving dinner


The biggest food day of the year is a mere 15 days away. Of course we’re talking about Thanksgiving!

Relatives will arrive, and stay, at the house (luckily you just redecorated the guest room!). You finished the Thanksgiving grocery list a couple weeks ago and you’re going to start shopping for ingredients soon. The house is clean and the appliances are ready to cook.

Or are they?

You’re going to be using it all -- oven, microwave, crock pot and stand mixer. But your range is the star of the show. You need the best range available. Fortunately there's still time before Thanksgiving to swap out the old for the new.

The GE Profile Range is everything you need. These ranges come in every shape and type; freestanding dual-fuel, electric, gas, induction and more. Each type of range in the series offers unique attributes. Extras include everything from baking drawers to room for pots and pans of all sizes.


Your new #GE Profile range will be the shining star of not only your Thanksgiving dinner, but each holiday meal after that. Your food will be a masterpiece. You are the hero of the holidays, with help from your trusty GE Profile range sidekick. 
GE Profile Series range

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point. 

Wednesday 2 November 2016

Tantalize Your Taste Buds at the Ashland Culinary Festival



If you have exquisite taste in one area of your life (such as furniture), that extends into other areas too. You’re a trendsetter; you can spot the best painting in a gallery and are a connoisseur of elegant food and fine wine.

We understand a taste for the finer things transcends into all parts of your life. We enjoy eating an exquisite and expertly crafted meal and know you do too. That’s why we’re truly honored to be a lead sponsor for the Ashland Culinary Festival, Nov. 3-6.

Food, drink, local talent, competition and fun blend together to form the ultimate culinary adventure. Whether you sip and sample or watch the Top Chef competition from start to finish, you’re guaranteed to have an unforgettable experience.

Each of the chefs has been brushing up on their skills for the big Top Chef event. A few of them have made appearances on our very own West Coast Flavors! Check out their videos here. Prepare to be wowed and inspired.


If you’re craving more food knowledge (and food!), buy your tickets today for the Ashland Culinary Festival. Watch the masters compete, take part in a workshop and sample food from the best vendors in Southern Oregon. Your taste buds will thank you!  

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.

Wednesday 26 October 2016

Elegant Halloween home decorations

Elegant Halloween decorations

Halloween is a night of tricks, treats and spooky fun, but it doesn’t have to be all zombies, ghosts, blood and gore. Your Halloween decorations can add a splash of sophistication and spunk to your fall decor. Let’s look at a few ideas that swap those old party store cobwebs for decorations pleasing to the entire family.

Painted pumpkins
Don’t carve, paint!

Pumpkins are a Halloween staple. If you’re not a carving master, or want an activity safe for the kids, trade in a knife for a paint brush. Paint your pumpkins with polka dots, stripes or even a face! Painting pumpkins allows you to flex those creative muscles and the options are endless.

Create atmosphere with candles

Rather than relying solely on candlelight to create mood, focus on your candle holders. Iron lanterns have an aged, sleek look that harkens back to the time of the Headless Horseman or travelers finding refuge in a wooded cabin. Turn off the lamps, light your candles and gather around to tell scary stories.

Pillows with personality

Throw pillows are fun accent pieces you can play around with all year long. And Halloween
Decorative Halloween pillows
is no exception. Halloween-themed pillows can have scary quotes, images of pumpkins or a creepy Halloween backdrop. We guarantee your guests will look twice at these spooky pillows during the Halloween festivities.


As you decorate for Halloween, think outside the coffin. Pumpkins aren’t just for the porch anymore and even skulls and ghosts can make an elegant (and spooky!) table runner. Embrace the Halloween spirit and make your home boo-ti-ful this holiday.

Wednesday 19 October 2016

How to Choose a Mattress



Losing sleep over your mattress? Maybe it’s because your mattress is lumpy, bumpy or old.

Or maybe it’s because you’re stressing over how to find a new mattress. Where do you start? How much time should you research before going to a store? Can you lie down on a floor-model mattress?

Worry no more! These handy hints will help you select the best mattress.

1. Mattress age
It’s important to know how old your mattress is. A good trick is if your mattress is over 8 years old, it’s time to buy a new one. It also depends on your personal preference. If you’re restless or waking up in pain, you should consider a new mattress.

2. Type of mattress
This also varies from person to person. There are a few common choices on the market which fulfill a variety of needs for sleepers of all kinds: hybrids, latex, memory foam, coils, pillow-top and adjustable. Whatever you choose, it’s important to research each type beforehand.

3.  Set a budget
Just like with every big purchase, make a budget. When you have a budget, you can shop -- and buy! -- with confidence. And don’t be afraid to pay for quality. You use your mattress night after night. It should have the highest quality at an affordable price. And we have plenty of those mattresses available in our store.

4.  Firm or soft?
Firmness is highly subjective. Test out mattresses in the store. Sit, lay down and move around a little. There’s a level of firmness specific to you and your body type.

5.  Sleep position
Do you sleep on your side, stomach or back? Or do you go through different positions throughout the night? Certain styles of mattresses (see #2) conform to the shape of your body.


If you need extra help, visit the mattress selector and find the #Serta mattress made for you!
Serta mattress


Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.

Wednesday 12 October 2016

How to Turn Your Bedroom Into an Oasis

Home sanctuary


A sanctuary is a haven; a retreat from the problems and pressures of daily life. No one can touch the sanctity of your sanctuary. It’s yours and yours alone.

Usually.

Reality has crept up to the borders of your sanctuary. Dirty clothes are edging closer to the door and you can hear the buzz of your phone down the hall. You need to redefine boundaries and recreate your sanctuary.

Your bedroom should be an oasis -- a place of rest. Reclaim your space. How do you start? Easy! West Coast Appliance and Furniture has you covered. Choose from a wide selection of “ready to go” bedding groups. Then it's time to relax.

Do you love rustic cabin charm? You know the place. It’s the cozy cottage nestled in the heart of the woods, among the fall foliage and beside a lake. Quiet and peaceful.

Aimwell bedroom set
Even if you can’t escape to a cabin retreat, you can unwind in your own vintage bedroom every day! The Aimwell bedroom set has a warm brown finish which enhances the cherry grain and features golden rub through accenting. The two-tone look is easy on the eyes and distinguishes your bedroom as the sanctuary of the house.

Perfectly crafted furniture will bring your sanctuary to new heights. Your home retreat will reflect your taste 100 percent.

Grab a book, a glass of wine and leave your phone in the entryway. Wear your coziest slippers and settle in among your pillows. You won’t want to leave your sanctuary. Promise.


Visit our Pinterest page for more ideas!

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.

Wednesday 5 October 2016

How to Prep Your Home for the Holidays

Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s...oh my! Oodles of guests will descend upon your home this holiday season for parties and dinners. They’ll lounge on your couch and gather at the table.

Are you prepared? Is your home ready for the holidays?

The couch is slightly slouchy and one of the table legs wobbles. Time for something new.

Living room set


You need somewhere comfortable for all your guests to relax and for your family’s every day use. Nothing combines a casual, contemporary style with luxury like the Arlington power collection from Catnapper. Beautiful stitching will wow your guests. The storage console and cup holders score points with the kids, and your spouse will absolutely love the recliner.








Seeking a cozier living room set? The Abby collection from Jackson Furniture brings warmth and comfort to any space. Wooden block legs and comfort coil seating makes your company feel welcome.


Then there’s the matter of fitting everyone at the dinner table. You need space for multiple place settings and a multitude of delicious meals. The “Ralene” 10-piece dining set oozes rich, rustic charm. It’ll transform your dining room into the ultimate autumnal eating area. The distressed wood adds an authentic cabin atmosphere. Imagine the meals you’ll eat!


Dining room set

There’s plenty of ways to revamp your living and dining rooms. Optimize your space for guests and make your family feel comfortable all the time. Give yourself the gift of brand new furniture. You deserve it! West Coast Appliance and Furniture has everything you need to prepare your home for the holidays.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.

Wednesday 28 September 2016

How Your Freezer Saved Dinner

Frigidaire Freezer Event
You work full-time. You’re at the office all day and run errands during your lunch break. But the day doesn’t end when you clock out. You leave the office -- brave rush hour traffic -- and pick up the kids from practice, run a couple more errands and finally arrive home.

It’s dinner time. The kids are hungry, and so are you. You didn't scour the internet for those blessed 30 minute meals because time got away from you. Should you order a pizza? No, your family deserves better than delivery.

Then it hits you. You have a casserole in the freezer! Made over the weekend, you stored it to eat later.

A few important factors went into making this freezer meal miracle a reality. You found the best recipe. More importantly, you have a Frigidaire Gallery 2-in-1 Refrigerator/Freezer which kept your meal ready until now. With your freezer’s extra thick walls, your food stays frozen longer.

You also followed 4 handy tips to ensure your frozen meals taste fresh.

  1. Use freezer storage bags
  2. Wrap food in heavy duty aluminum foil
  3. For bigger dishes (like a casserole), store in a glass baking dish with an airtight lid
  4. Keep smaller recipe batches in mason jars


#Frigidaire has your back. When life is chaotic, trust your freezer. Cook meals over the weekend, freeze, defrost and wow your family every night. So next time you’re in the grocery store, put down the frozen pizza. You have the tools and know-how to make (and freeze) your own food at home.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.


Wednesday 21 September 2016

Sleep Soundly...You Deserve It!


School has started. Let the chaos ensue! Homework, games and after-school activities -- all on top of your regular routine -- it’s exhausting for everyone. One of the most important things during the school year, and all year long, is a good night’s sleep. Your kids need sleep to rest their growing bodies and minds. You need sleep to re-energize. Sleep is the precious time when your body repairs and prepares for tomorrow.

The mattresses in your house are...OK. You know they were high quality when you bought them, but it’s been a decade or so. Time to upgrade because your family deserves the best.

Nature's Spa Certi-Pur organic mattress
You’ve heard of Certi-Pur Organic mattresses by Nature’s Spa. But what makes a mattress #organic? These environmentally conscious mattresses are made from natural latex and instantly conform to the shape of your body. You won’t toss and turn trying to get into the perfect position. Once you hit the bed, your new mattress will gently cradle you to sleep. The foam and latex mattress provides more support and pressure relief than a conventional foam mattress. You won’t have that feeling of falling into a sinkhole when you climb into bed.


Don’t gamble on sleep with an old mattress. Upgrade to a supportive, breathable mattress for every bed in your home. A Certi-Pur Organic mattress wins every time. 

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point. 

Wednesday 14 September 2016

Tour the best homes in Southern Oregon



Are you in the market for a new home or remodeling your current one? Then come to the 2016 Southern Oregon Tour of Homes Sept. 16-18 and 23-25. If you’re not a homeowner or looking to buy, you should still drop by! It’s a fun and free event open to the entire community. See the newest styles and fashions in modern homes. See, touch and feel the most recent products before spending a dime. What a deal!

West Coast Appliance and Furniture is an integral part of the Southern Oregon Tour of Homes. We have products in 7 of the homes on the tour. See our items outside of the showroom, in a real house! We’ve worked with builders for 37 years and enjoy partaking in this event as a local, independent retailer.

What else does the Southern Oregon Tour of Homes have to offer? If you’re beginning a remodel, or trying to get fresh ideas, you can learn easy and cost effective ways to make small changes that give your home a current look. Talk to the experts and connect with the best people and companies in the area. Let the Southern Oregon Tour of Homes, and West Coast Appliance and Furniture, assist you in making the best decisions for your home.

We’ll see you on the tour!


Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point. 

Wednesday 7 September 2016

School is in session

Back to school. The three words you’ve longed to hear since summer started. And now? It’s finally here. You’re excited to have the kids in school again. School brings with it new friends, sleepovers, games and other school activities.

A new school year also means a new wardrobe. You went shopping and found the best deals for your kids. They have new clothes and a positive attitude about classes and seeing their friends.

Speed Queen washerBut another reality dawned once the shopping bags were empty and the hamper filled to the brim with your new purchases. Laundry. So much laundry! And it’s not just a one-time thing. You’re going to be washing clothes, uniforms and jerseys. You need a washer that can handle all this washing. You need a Speed Queen. 

Why a #SpeedQueen? Because you can’t break ‘em! They are appliance royalty; tough, sturdy and streamline. You need that in a washer with all the laundry your family will amass. The Speed Queen has a mechanical action that moves more laundry through the water and a three-coat, commercial-grade finish that keeps your machine looking new for years to come. Another nice feature is the digital display, which shows when your laundry will be finished. No more guesswork.


Additionally, the smooth stainless steel tub is gentle on linens and won’t wear on fabric. Your family’s new clothes (including yours!) will stay clean and fresh for this school year and the next.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point. 

Wednesday 31 August 2016

A Commercial Kitchen in Your Home

You cook like a professional. Your kitchen is where you create masterpieces night after night. Your appliances have helped you prepare great food, but not so much recently. The fridge doesn’t have the amount of space you need and the dishes come out of the dishwasher with water spots. If you’re going to make professional food, you need professional-level tools. That’s where #GE and GE Profile Series appliances come in.

refrigerator
The first piece of the puzzle is a top-notch refrigerator to store your food. The one you have now is too small. But the refrigerators by GE are totally in sync with the modern routines of today — and stylish too. As for function, there’s an option for a second ice maker in the freezer, so you always have ice available. That’s a gift from heaven during these horribly hot days. What you really love is the TwinChill™ evaporators. They provide separate climates in the fresh and freezer sections to keep food fresh.




vent hood



Proper ventilation is key in commercial kitchens. At home, you
can’t cook a steak in your cast iron without the smoke alarm going off. Every. Single. Time. That’s a hassle you don’t need. GE vent hoods remove smoke, grease, odors and moisture from the kitchen. These vent hoods are not only professional, they also add elegance and sophistication to your kitchen. Maybe you’ll invest in a chef’s coat next?

GE Profile Series ranges heat and cook evenly. If you’re tired of waiting for that watched pot
range
to boil, GE ranges have a 20,000 BTU tri-ring burner for gentle simmering and rapid boiling. Even the knobs are great! Elegant but strong, the knobs aren’t going to twist off if you turn them too hard or too fast.

You can also save up to $2,000 on select GE appliance packages through September 13. Doesn’t get better than that!


The #GE Profile Series has taken commercial grade products and put them in residential appliances. Now you have the best of both worlds. You can cook like a pro in the comfort of your own home kitchen. 

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.
Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.