Category Archives: Buying Guides

Used vs. Scratch and Dent Stoves: Which Is the Smarter Buy for Your Kitchen?

Used vs scratch and dent stoves, two kitchen ranges side by side in a showroom comparison

A used stove is previously owned; a scratch and dent stove is brand new with a cosmetic flaw. Here is the side-by-side on condition, warranty, price, and which one is the smarter buy for your kitchen.

What Does ‘Open Box’ Mean for Appliances in Canada?

Open box appliances meaning, a stainless appliance with an opened carton in a bright showroom

Open box means the packaging was opened, not that the appliance was used. Here is what open box really means in Canada, how it compares to used and scratch and dent, and what to check before you buy.