Types of stand mixers
Stand mixers typically come in two different modes: tilt-head and bowl-lift. Tilt-head stand mixers have a hinge at the back of the model that literally tilts the head back and allows you to easily remove the bowl from the mixer, as well as change the mixing paddle as needed. The purpose of bowl-lift models is the same, but instead of a hinge that tilts the head, two arms are usually located toward the base of the model, with a lever that lifts up the bowl to meet the paddles.
Most average-size stand mixers are tilt-head models, while professional options tend to utilize the bowl lift. With a tilt-head model, it’s important to consider that the height of the model changes when the head is tilted back, meaning that you might have to pull it out from under overhead cupboards in order to accommodate the extra height when
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