Here's how to get the best from all your cooking appliances:

Gas grills have precise controls for just the right temperatures - a far cry from fighting with charcoal and lighter fluid! Remember to brush on marinades carefully to avoid clogging burners. Keep your grill looking new by cleaning it periodically and covering it to protect it from the weather.

Gas stoves have the same easy-to-control properties as grills. Use the flame size that fits the bottom of your cooking pot; any larger flame wastes gas and could damage the pot. Teach children to respect the stove and to stay away to prevent accidents.

Gas ovens are perfect for cooking or broiling, but are not meant to be space heaters or clothes dryers. They are designed to cook quantities of food in a small properly vented compartment, not heat rooms. Using the oven to heat rooms can create unsafe levels of carbon monoxide.