On Thu, 26 May 2005 11:21:19 GMT, "Kevin" >
wrote:

>We like the idea
>of the appliances all matching in appearance, but since we do not plan on
>moving any time soon, I want to get the best bang for the buck... My wife
>is the cook in the family, so this is one area I am happily unfamiliar with.

Buying all matching appliances is exactly like buying a "set" of
cookware. Not everything in the set is the best for the job
required.

I would look at each appliance and demand the best in each. You
won't be dissapointed in the long run.