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The former home of Alfred Tennyson and later Pete Townshend is to be sold, the Times has reported.Karen, ex-wife of the Whos guitarist and songwriter Townshend, updated the three-storey Georgian townh … read more

Quartz is the best choice for a countertop material in a busy kitchen, according to tests carried out by Consumer Reports.Some 11 materials were tested, including granite, laminate and paper composite … read more

Stainless steel is the most popular finish for appliances, according to research by the National Kitchen and Bath Association, but custom panelling is becoming more common.Its survey of 206 kitchen de … read more

All kitchen hardware needs maintenance and TLC to help homeowners protect their investment in the room, according to one report.Home and Garden Television (HGTV) says even professional quality and tou … read more

Homeowners who have little space or want a streamlined kitchen design without radiators may be interested in installing underfloor heating.Chief executive of Hetas Bruce Allen said kitchen lovers were … read more