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What Colours are Hot in the Kitchen Right Now(Post)
What is the best way forward when choosing a colour scheme for your new kitchen? In recent years, a neutral palette seems to have been favoured among those in the kitchen design world, and it is a tr ...
Kitchen sinks can provide a traditional look(Post)Small kitchen changes can add an authentic, aged feel to a modern looking room, an interior designer has said.Mark Wilkinson told the National that where a kitchen design is largely contemporary, app ...
Fridges must support the kitchen as the hub of the home(Post)A growing number of technologically advanced refrigerators are being developed to support the kitchens status as the heart of the home, it has been observed.An article on EyeOfDubai.com notes that wh ...
Homeowners more likely to stay put and improve kitchens(Post)The weak housing market has encouraged many homeowners to spend more on improving their property, Elstead Lighting has said.Jonathan Lucas, managing director at the company, observed that there has b ...
Kitchen owners require more education on energy efficiency(Post)Increasing the publics knowledge and interest in improving the energy rating of their property is key to transforming the nations housing stock, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has said.Speak ...
Kitchen cleaning to become more efficient under new law(Post)Home and kitchen washing appliances are to be brought under the EUs Ecodesign directive which aims to cut down on energy and water usage.Both washing machines and dishwashers will come under the dire ...
Homeowners reminded of safety in the kitchen(Post)Homeowners have been reminded about the dangers faced in their kitchens and given advice on how to ensure the room is as safe as possible.According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) ...
Could more newlyweds receive help with kitchen improvements(Post)An innovative new tool has been launched, which allows people to fund DIY work for newlyweds via the internet. In this new service from BQ, couples can create a customised page online, where friends ...
How best to boost your homes value with a kitchen renovation(Post)Home renovations are currently on the increase as home owners attempt to increase the value of their properties during the economic slump. If you are considering a kitchen remodel because you want to ...
Copper adds character to kitchen(Post)Experts on kitchen design in the US have highlighted how copper is reappearing in kitchens across the globe. The metal, which in days gone by was often used to make pots and pans, is now staging a co ...
Galley kitchens can be opened up by downlights(Post)Lighting schemes are key to ensuring that spick and span stainless steel kitchen sinks and taps are as eye-catching as possible, according to a lighting specialist.Exhibiting at last years House and ...
Kitchen decor influenced by celebrity style(Post)Homeowners planning a new look for their kitchens may borrow ideas from the glamour of celebrities, Ideal Home Magazine has said.Isobel McKenzie-Price, editorial director of the magazine, said Celebr ...
Design students accessories to go on sale(Post)A Portsmouth University student is to see three of his kitchen accessories go on sale this year, the Echo newspaper has reported.Adam Clark, who has recently graduated, spent two years at houseware c ...
Design students accessories to go on sale(Post)A Portsmouth University student is to see three of his kitchen accessories go on sale this year, the Echo newspaper has reported.Adam Clark, who has recently graduated, spent two years at houseware c ...
Homes reflection of ourselves(Post)Homeowners and renters alike are more keen to stamp their own style on their homes, according to an architectural expert.Nina Longstaff of Architect Your Home said many people are demanding good desi ...
Awards praise kitchen design(Post)The winners of this years Electrolux kitchen design contest have been announced.Held in collaboration with Interior Design magazine, the annual competition recognises designers attempts to create mod ...
Expert reveals credit crunch beauty solutions from the kitchen(Post)As the financial downturn sees consumers tighten their belts, a leading fashion expert has said that a number of money-saving beauty solutions can be found in the kitchen.Beauty director for Redbook ...
People surprised by DIY achievements in kitchens(Post)Many people are surprised by what they can achieve in the kitchen when given the right instructions.This extends to DIY projects, according to kitchen design guru Wayne Watts.He explained that there ...
Franke kitchen sink maximises space(Post)A new Franke kitchen sink has been developed to maximise the space in a kitchen.The spacious kitchen sink fits into a smaller base unit measuring just 500 mm-wide.Franke claimed that its new kitchen ...
Filling up the kitchen sink could help save the environment(Post)Filling the kitchen sink with water when cleaning the dishes may help reduce the carbon footprint in a property, new research has suggested. Doing pots and pans in a bowl rather than running them und ...
Rich wood finishes are favourable kitchen upgrade(Post)Wood is the new look in kitchen upgrades as many people prefer the warm atmosphere it projects, it has been suggested. While some individuals may be put off by the high cost of materials such as cher ...
Homeowners should hire professionals for kitchen upgrades(Post)Those looking to make changes to their kitchen should make sure they hire a professional to do the job. That is the advice of Claudia Dabdoub, writing for Freedom Communications, who stated that upda ...
Kitchen sink swap an affordable change(Post)People looking to stay in their properties during the economic climate could still update their homes by getting a kitchen sink, it has been suggested. Interior designer George Bond noted that while ...
Kitchen industry should prepare for green changes(Post)Firms operating in the kitchen design industry need to be prepared for an increase in consumer preference towards sustainable modifications. That is the opinion of Eliot Sefrin, writing for Kitchen ...
Freestyle kitchens better than fitted look(Post)Moving away from a fitted look could be a good way of inspiring a boring kitchen, it has been claimed. People are beginning to spend more time in their food preparation areas and so creating an origi ...
Outdoor kitchens are growing in popularity(Post)Outdoor kitchens are becoming an increasingly popular option among homeowners who wish to boost the value of their property and make it more suitable for entertaining guests, it has been suggested.In ...
Homeowners take kitchen sink for granted(Post)Homeowners often fail to realise how much they use their kitchen sink until they no longer have one, a commentator has said.Writing for the Home and Garden section of Helium.com, Dawn Hawkins noted t ...
Home buyers pay extra to avoid kitchen DIY(Post)A significant proportion of UK home buyers are willing to pay a premium to secure properties that do not require any DIY work, new research shows.The Post Office Mortgages Homebuyers Report found tha ...
Elements of pre-fab home design finding favour(Post)Pre-fabricated homes may remove the pleasure of selecting individual sinks, taps, cabinets and appliances for a new kitchen, but experts claim that elements of the building style are gaining populari ...
Kitchen design with eco credentials(Post)Homeowners who want to refurbish their kitchens using more environmentally-friendly products have been given some tips on design.Kirsten Flynn, interior designer from the company Sustainable Home, to ...