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Cash for Clunkers

Stay on top of the news for this $300 million appliance-rebate program.

Post-boom remodeling

Methods and materials that let you cut costs without sacrificing style.

Appliance-buying survey

25,000 Consumer Reports readers and our experts share their money-saving tactics.

Cooking-appliance central

Find fast, flexible and best-performing ranges, wall ovens, cooktops and microwaves.

Freezer Ratings

A $250 chest freezer and $800 self-defrosting upright model are tops in our tests.

Safer Cookware

We find three very capable sets without potentially harmful nonstick coatings.

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Consumer Reports' Kitchen-Planning Guide will help you save money and find the best appliances and materials when planning a kitchen remodel. We rate the top refrigerators, cooking appliances like ranges, range hoods, cooktops and microwaves, dishwashers, countertops, flooring and garbage disposers and share expert tips from over 25,000 readers and top industry experts.
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