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Want a TV that doubles as décor? We break down the key differences between Samsung’s Frame and Sony’s Studio Frame to help you decide.

<p>The Frame TV has transformed an unsightly object on the wall into art! As of this writing, January 2025, there are two main manufacturers in the art TV world: Samsung and Sony. The biggest difference is how they set against the wall. Samsung&rsquo;s Frame often installs closer to the wall and looks thinner. So we highly recommend you see both styles in our Grand Haven or Grand Rapids showroom before you make your selection.</p>
<p>Here are nine thoughts to keep in mind while considering a Frame TV for your home.</p>
<h2>1. The TV itself</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="A gallery wall with the Samsung Frame featured." src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Family-Photo-Samsung-TV-smaller_01.jpg" /></p>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung The Frame</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>32-85 inch diagonal viewing area</li>
<li>1.1 inches deep</li>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>55-85 inch diagonal viewing area</li>
<li>3.2 inches deep</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="A neutral wall with the Sony Studio Frame featured." src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Sony%20Studio%20Frame%20Example_02.jpg" /></p>
<p>If you are wondering, what size TV to go with, we often go by this rule:</p>
<p><em>Take a measurement from the TV to the back of the seating furniture, couch, chair, etc to get a distance measurement. Now, divide that distance measurement in inches by two. That is the largest we would recommend for the space. Take that same distance measurement and divide by three. That is the smallest we would recommend for that space.</em></p>
<h2>2. Video Quality</h2>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung Frame TV </strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>4K Ultra High Definition Video</li>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>4K Ultra High Definition Video</li>
<li>Sony is known for providing the best processing power which improves video quality.</li>
<li>Sony also draws expertise from every step of the process through Sony Pictures Entertainment.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<h2>3. Mounting the TV</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="a Samsung The Frame TV mounted on a wall." src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Samsung%20Frame%20TV%20side%20wall_03.png" /></p>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung The Frame TV </strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>TV extends less away from the wall.</li>
<li>No gap is nearly impossible to obtain if you want the Frame TV mounted on a stacked stone fireplace.</li>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame TV</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Purchase the frame and mount separately.</li>
<li>TV is pulled away from the wall a few inches.</li>
<li>Gap is beneficial if you need to reset the TV or add a device via HDMI cable.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="A Sony Studio Frame mounted on the wall. " src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Sony%20Studio%20Frame%20Side%20Wall_04.jpg" /></p>
<h2>4. Power Supply and HDMI Connections</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="A Samsung One Connect box. " src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Samsung%20One%20Connect%20Box_05.png" /></p>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung The Frame TV</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>One Connect Box</li>
<li>It&rsquo;s the biggest reason the Samsung Frame TV is so thin.</li>
<li>The power, HDMI, and audio connections are in the One Connect Box and not the TV itself.</li>
<li>The box itself varies in size depending on the size of the TV</li>
<li>One Connect cable is five meters long and discreet, so the One Connect Box must be within fifteen feet of the TV.</li>
<li>Where do you put this box?</li>
<ul>
<li>Purchase a separate in-wall box to conceal it, but if you need to service the One Connect box it requires taking the TV off the wall.</li>
<li>Install the One Connect box in a cabinet under the TV. While it&rsquo;s a discreet cord, you will still have a cord hanging from the TV.</li>
<li>Purchase a recessed in-wall back box with an articulating mounting bracket. This option provides the best of both worlds: no furniture is needed nearby for the One Connect box while providing the option to pull the TV away from the wall if you ever need to service it. This in-wall box with an articulating mount needs to be purchased separately and will cost more than a typical mount.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Acts more like a normal mounted TV.</li>
<li>All you need is the right mount and a power outlet to connect the TV to the wall.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="A Sony Studio Frame mounted on wall. " src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Samsung%20Frame%20TV%20Articulating%20Mount%20with%20box_06.jpg" /></p>
<h2>5. Customizable Frames</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Samsung Frame frame options on wall. " src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Samsung%20Frame%20TV%20Frame%20options_07.jpg" /></p>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung The Frame TV </strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Samsung&rsquo;s website provides many options, or you can purchase a higher-quality option from Deco TV Frames.</li>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame </strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Currently has four frames available:&nbsp;Grain White,&nbsp;Matte Black,&nbsp;Oak, and&nbsp;Walnut.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="A Sony Studio Frame frame options on display. " src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Sony%20Studio%20Frame_08.png" /></p>
<p>All the frames are easy to install anytime. </p>
<h2>6. Art Subscription</h2>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung Frame TV </strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Comes with about a dozen pre-loaded pieces of art.</li>
<li>Separately purchase a subscription to the Samsung Art Store for a consistently updated vast library of classic paintings, art and photography. Even upload your own photo to display.</li>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Comes pre-loaded with about 150 pieces of art for free.</li>
<li>The Sony Art Frame Gallery App offers built-in motion and light sensors to activate Art Mode when the room is empty and power-saving standby while vacant.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<h2>7. Smart Home Control </h2>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung Frame TV </strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>SmartThings app controls the TV&rsquo;s settings, artwork selection, and even other smart devices in your home.</li>
<li>Separately purchase a subscription to the Samsung Art Store for a consistently updated vast library of classic paintings, art, and photography. Even upload your own photo to display.</li>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Connects to Google Assistant so you can say &ldquo;Hey Google&rdquo; to ask for things such as sporting events, weather, and showtimes on Google Assistants or Alexa-supported smart speakers.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<h2>8. Sound System</h2>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung Frame TV </strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Built-in speakers on the edges mean the audio does not reach you directly, and the framed bezels cover the speakers. So, you will want to enhance your audio experience with an additional sound system.</li>
<li>In the Bekins Smart Home, we installed in-ceiling speakers with a white grill cover that integrates into the ceiling. The speakers funnel the sound at an angle to ensure the audio reaches you in your seat. You get better-quality sound without interfering with the home&rsquo;s d&eacute;cor.</li>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Sound seemingly comes straight from the screen itself. Sony has Acoustic Multi-Audio technology, so what you see and what you hear are perfectly matched.</li>
<li>We always recommend a sound system for your room, but you get more direct sound from the Sony Studio Frame than the Samsung Frame TV.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="A technician installs speakers in the ceiling of a home. " src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_In-Ceiling%20Speakers%20Smart%20Home_09.jpg" /></p>
<h2>9. Remote Control</h2>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Samsung Frame TV </strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Smaller with fewer buttons.</li>
<li>Does not have batteries and charges with the rays of the Sun. So, if your remote is dead, simply place it on your windowsill and wait for the charge.</li>
</ul>
<li><em><strong>Sony Studio Frame</strong></em></li>
<ul>
<li>Bigger with more buttons.</li>
<li>Buttons are backlit for easier use in darker settings.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Side-by-side comparison of remote options for featured TVs. " src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/brandsource_member_blogs/QBEK1/QBEK1_bekins-sony-vs-samsung/QBEK1_Samsung%20vs.%20Sony%20Remotes_10.jpg" /></p>
<h2>Which TV is right for you? Samsung Frame TV or Studio Frame</h2>
<p>Both TVs are great with each having its own pros and cons. What matters most to you?</p>
<p>Luckily, we have them on display in our Grand Rapids and Grand Haven showrooms. Plus, the <a href="https://www.bekins.us/contacts"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">most certified team in the state</span></a> can help you select the correct product for your lifestyle.</p>

Sony vs. Samsung Frame TV – Top 9 Considerations

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Looking for kitchen elegance and efficiency? Dive into the innovative world of the Bosch 100 Series French Door Bottom Mount Refrigerator lineup!

<p>We’ve been part of this community for a long time, so when we come across something we think could really make a difference in your day-to-day, we like to share it. The <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.bekins.us/catalog/special/manufacturer/bosch?category_id=63" target="_blank">Bosch 100 Series French Door Refrigerator</a></span> is one of those things. It’s not just another fridge — it’s designed with features that make life a little easier and a little more efficient.</p>
<p>We’ve always trusted Bosch for their quality and reliability, and we think you'll feel the same way once you experience the difference. This fridge blends innovation with charm and practicality that fits right into your everyday life. From keeping your food fresher for longer to bringing a touch of modern elegance to your kitchen, it's built with you in mind. Here's what we mean!</p>
<h2>Exceptional Freshness Features</h2>
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<p>The first thing that stands out with the Bosch 100 Series is the precision engineering to enhance your food storage experience. Some of the most notable features we found include:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>QuickIce Pro System&trade;:</strong> No need to wait or run out to the store for ice. This robust system is the fastest in its class, producing up to 8 lbs. of ice daily**, ensuring ample supply for daily use and special occasions. (**Based on testing results for ice production during a 24-hour period when the ice bin was removed.)</li>
<li><strong>UltraClarityPro&reg; Water Filter:</strong> Imagine the purest-tasting water and ice at your fingertips. This high-performance filter removes 99.95% of impurities, delivering health and taste right from your refrigerator door.</li>
<li><strong>MultiAirFlow&trade;::</strong> Perfect for extending the life and freshness of your produce and meats, minimizing waste, and maximizing taste. This tech maintains consistent temperature throughout the unit by evenly circulating cool air.</li>
<li><strong>AirFresh&reg; Filter:</strong> No more stinky fridge! Enjoy fresh air in the fridge and freezer compartments while the filter absorbs stubborn food odors!</li>
</ul>
<h2>Design That Elevates</h2>
<p><img alt="A modern kitchen filled with Bosch appliances showing a sleek look" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/Global_Max_Blogs/Bosch/Bosch_100-Series-French-Door-Refrigerator_1.jpg" title="Bosch_100-Series-French-Door-Refrigerator_1.jpg" width="702" /></p>
<p>While the freshness features are nothing to snooze at, you also can&rsquo;t go wrong with the design! The <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_4ZzGtonUz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA=="}}" title=Instagram Post" target="_blank">Bosch 100 Series French Door Bottom Mount lineup</a></span> is made to fit your kitchen design dreams!</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Sleek, Integrated Handles:</strong> The modern design features integrated handles that create a smooth, streamlined look, complementing any kitchen d&eacute;cor.</li>
<li><strong>Anti-Fingerprint Stainless Steel Advanced Coating:</strong> This innovative coating ensures that your refrigerator remains free of smudges, scratches, and fingerprints, making cleaning a breeze and maintaining a flawless appearance.</li>
<li><strong>Energy-Efficient LED Lighting:</strong> Illuminate your culinary essentials with bright, environmentally friendly LED lighting, making it easy to find what you need without wasting energy.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Additional Cool Features</h2>
<p><iframe class="dsg-block-1-youtube-video" title="Home Connect App by Bosch" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/k5d9OVliTrc" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>On top of everything else, there are even more cool features (see what we did there?) that you don&rsquo;t want to miss out on!</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Large Capacity Standard Depth:</strong> The 26 cu. ft. capacity includes an 18 cu. ft. refrigerator and an 8 cu. ft. freezer, with gallon door bins, glass shelves, a full extension crisper, and chiller drawers.</li>
<li><strong>Bottle Fill:</strong> This lets you fill your favorite glass or bottle hands-free! Once you fill your favorite (or most-used container), press the bottle fill to save the quantity and enjoy a hands-free fill each time after that!</li>
<li><strong>The Home Connect&trade; app by Bosch:</strong> Remotely monitor and control your fridge from your smartphone or tablet and manage the temperature, adjust the lighting, run diagnostics, and more!</li>
</ul>

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<h2 style="text-align:center;">Shop Bosch Energy Star Refrigerators</h2>
<p style="text-align:center;">Did you know that this series is also ENERGY STAR® qualified? That means you don't have to worry about higher utility bills!</p>

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<h2>Why Choose the Bosch 100 Series?</h2>
<p><img alt="A kitchen featuring the Bosch 100 series refrigerator" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/Global_Max_Blogs/Bosch/Bosch_100-Series-French-Door-Refrigerator_2.jpg" title="Bosch_100-Series-French-Door-Refrigerator_2.jpg" width="702" /></p>
<p>Good question! But the answer is straighttforward: choosing the <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.bekins.us/catalog/special/manufacturer/bosch?category_id=63" target="_blank">Bosch 100 Series French Door Refrigerator</a></span> means investing in an appliance that enhances your kitchen&rsquo;s efficiency and style. To put it in their words, upgrading to the Bosch 100 Series means:</p>

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&ldquo;Upgrading kitchens with the fastest refrigerator in its class, full smart home capabilities, designer LEDs, signature reliability and more differentiated premium features with &lsquo;America&rsquo;s Most Trusted Refrigerator&rsquo; brand is now a reality with more attractive pricing.&rdquo;</blockquote>
<figcaption> &mdash; Rebecca Cottrell, <em>Head of Refrigeration at BSH Home Appliances Corporation &ndash; North America</em></figcaption>.</figure><br>
<p>Here at Bekins, we are proud to partner with Bosch &mdash; a brand synonymous with quality and reliability &mdash; to bring you an appliance that will transform your daily routines into experiences of luxury and ease. So, <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.bekins.us/contacts" target="_blank">visit us today</a></span> to explore the innovative features and see how it can be more than just a refrigerator &mdash; it can be the heart of your kitchen!</p>

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Meet the Future of Freshness: Bosch’s 100 Series French Door Fridge

See the new Community Action House grocery store and demonstration kitchen in Holland, with appliances donated by Bekins in partnership with Whirlpool.

<p>Sitting in a beautiful kitchen, two moms sip tea from their mugs and talk about how tricky it can be to get their toddlers to eat healthy. As the beautiful aroma of hot tea rises, it is replaced by the delicious smell of freshly cooked vegetables. The ladies sit in the learning and demonstration kitchen at the Community Action House in Holland with other people facing similar struggles as they all watch a volunteer nutritionist teach them the best ways to make healthy food at home for their picky toddlers, even if the budget is tight.</p>
<p>For these few moments, challenges are answered with solutions, isolation is replaced with a sense of belonging, and once sparsely filled cabinets will soon be full of healthy food.</p>
<p>With the help of <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363367476%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=rJ52AOhQ7o9vuhqBFLGwJWTO3wUKDXf7IarY%2B0eLnGI%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">Bekins</a>, in partnership with Whirlpool, the Community Action House has improved its experience for those struggling with hunger in the Holland and Zeeland area.</p>
<p>The organization aims to provide &ldquo;a place where struggle isn&rsquo;t met with stigma, but with compassion, service and partnership.&rdquo;</p>
<p>With that in mind they built a new location where they better achieve those goals.</p>
<p><img alt="Bekins professional installer putting in an appliance in Community Action House kitchen" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/QBEK1-Installer.jpg" title="Credit: Bekins" /></p>
<p>It starts with a professional looking grocery style environment where Food Club members can bring their family with pride to select fresh and appealing food at their convenience.</p>
<p><img alt="Professional installers carrying in a front load washing machine" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/QBEK1-Installer%203.jpg" title="Credit: Bekins" /></p>
<p>The new building also includes a new Opportunity Hub which offers an inviting open space to sharpen skills, benefit from financial and housing assistance, or enjoy other resources needed to thrive.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Last, but certainly not least, it includes a beautiful learning and demonstration kitchen with <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2Fcatalog%2Fappliances&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363377472%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=%2F9SK1eLqr4mpH81g4wXipCvA%2BFMh0w%2FxtSI6uoZ50%2Bs%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">appliances</a> donated by Bekins, in partnership with <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2Fbrands%2Fct%2FWhirlpool&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363377472%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=JSvqO75xUUby3GAz71N6tS2Y0ZJiGVOVIIJKTU7jbyE%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">Whirlpool</a>.</p>
<p>"It was important for us to work with a local team which was responsive to our phone calls and our questions," Holland Community Action House Executive Director Scott Rumpsa said. "I'm not an expert in appliances. If something is to break down or we have a question on maintenance it's important that someone we trust, who cares about our community, is on the other end of that line and I feel we have that with Bekins."</p>
<p><img alt="Professional installer putting in a dishwasher at Community Action House" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/QBEK-1.jpg" title="Credit: Bekins" /></p>
<h2>How do the Appliances Help the Community?</h2>
<p>When facing adversity, it helps to know you are not alone. Volunteer health coaches or dieticians will use appliances <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2Fservices&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363387462%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=5kz22nHtmPKcijfCTkhNUmiDevf87c5lleQbwbyruFY%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">installed</a> by Bekins in the demonstration kitchen to teach up to 12 members at a time tips and tricks for cooking healthy food. Rumpsa mentioned "Healthy Cooking on a Budget for a Picky Toddler" and "Healthy Cooking for Older Adults with Pre-Diabetes" as potential demonstration ideas. He also mentioned it is important to enjoy the companionship of other members facing similar challenges.</p>
<p><img alt="Wide shot of Community Action House kitchen with Whirlpool apppliances" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/QBEK1-appliances%20in%20kitchen.jpg" title="Credit: Community Action House" /></p>
<p>While the donated <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2Fcatalog%2Frefrigeration&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363397459%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=hhy3AoTqq6zn8P%2BrRZxXuqEjmrQGM5Tj%2BTZ3Y%2BekdBE%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">refrigerator</a>, <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2Fcatalog%2Fcooktops&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363397459%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=5R%2BIjB5hmpa59kwXb0rVxNlXlGkfc45xv1ijelJ2Pc8%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">cooktop</a> and <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2Fcatalog%2Fwall-ovens&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363407452%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=IPqnIGX7r5XUhK2KYCV1yZVl5w97rNXO%2FnJTnTiVQiw%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">wall ovens</a> provide obvious benefits to cooking in a kitchen, the Whirlpool <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2Fcatalog%2Fdishwashers&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363407452%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=B1%2BjNjlFSevUX%2FddAxv0VHNSlq1hE5Qbu8p4HutVz%2F0%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">dishwashers</a> enhance the dignity of the experience in a unique way. Rumpsa said the Community Action House historically used disposable cups for their coffee and tea bar, now members can use glasses and mugs.</p>
<p><img alt="Community Action House kitchen featuring Whirlpool appliancesd" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/QBEK1-appliances%20in%20the%20kitchen%202.jpg" title="Credit: Community Action House" /></p>
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<p>The Community Action House team uses the donated laundry appliances to clean aprons, rags and cloths used by volunteers preparing the food for the grocery store. Cleaning the supplies in-house increases the team's efficiency.</p>
<p>"All of these appliances are helping us focus on what we do best," Rumpsa said. "Which is provide healthy food access and organize the broad spectrum of volunteers to help our neighbors."</p>
<h2>Bekins Donated More Than Appliances</h2>
<p>Rumpsa admitted building and designing kitchens is not his day job so he especially appreciated guidance he received from Bekins President Scott Bekins.</p>
<p><img alt="Professional shot of Bekins president Scott Bekins" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/QBEK1-Scott%20Bekins.jpg" title="Credit: Bekins" /></p>
<p>Bekins used his decades of experience hosting groups in the demonstration kitchens of his state-of-the-art, interactive appliance showrooms as a source for guidance to Rumpsa. Rumpsa said Bekins provided valuable insight about how to design the kitchen for groups of all abilities.</p>
<p>Scott Bekins said he was excited to be a part of the opportunity.</p>
<p>&ldquo;BeKind is one of our core values,&rdquo; Bekins said. &ldquo;Not only has Bekins donated more than 10 percent of our net profits each year, additionally many of our employees have supported missions aimed at reducing area hunger and poverty over the years. We are thrilled to support the Holland Community Action House with this project.&rdquo;</p>
<h2>How Can I help?</h2>
<p>You can donate money, volunteer, or host an event and advocate for the Community Action House. Click <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hzfoodclub.org%2Fget-involved&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363417443%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=xCsXX18x%2Fy05Y%2BdOCRMecwX6%2FwR194TAg9R7817rTfE%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">here</a> to visit their website for more information about all the ways you can help.</p>
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<h2>Bekins Likes to BeKind</h2>
<p>You know what else may inspire you to say "WOW!?" Click <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bekins.us%2Fbekind&amp;data=04%7C01%7Clucy.arias%40avb.net%7C3ce763992c744315c82808d9b41cdf0b%7Ce1ff21cd2ea040f9ab0536adf5f4e5e2%7C1%7C0%7C637738858363427438%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=rIEp%2BoHiy%2FgvZRd8PBK2ncLYzE%2BA7oSNTrUg%2BRZn%2Fis%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="&rdquo;_blank&rdquo;">here</a> to visit our BeKind page to see all the ways Bekins employees, and our efforts to recycle, improve our community.</p>

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