If it’s older, it probably needs some Freon. It may have a leak. If the controls are set properly and still not cooling. I would call the service to add some Freon or check the thermostat.

So nothing is made like it used to be. Appliances today last an average of 10 years max. All your choices are great except the fridge. You may want to do a GE as theirs will last longer than the LG and have better parts and service. Bosch is a very low-maintenance brand, as is GE.

Here is a link that gives average life spans.

life span of kitchen appliances

So if not the fingerprint-free type of fronts. Use an aerosol-based spray from brands like stainless steel magic or twinkle. Use them often, and they will put a coating on the stainless that helps resist fingerprints. The front will be a little oily, but it works! or make them wear gloves.

Stainless is still as popular as ever, but colors like Matte White and Matte black seem to be doing really well in the marketplace in 2021 and will stay strong into 2022! GE Cafe is leading the way! The pandemic pushed other brands to focus on stainless, but I think we will see more matte finishes in the near future.