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Kitchen countertops must be durable(Post)
Homeowners should ensure their kitchen countertops are made of a durable material if they wish to maintain both form and function, it has been argued.A report in the Edmonton Journal suggests the kit ...
Design guru reveals new kitchen gadget(Post)If you hate mopping your kitchen floor, design guru Yves Behar could have the solution you need.The days of struggling to fill the mop bucket up at the kitchen sink, battling with the stainless steel ...
Gift givers offered kitchen utensil tips(Post)Gift buyers have been advised on the best kitchen items to buy food-lovers and keen cooks this Christmas.Sue Dow of the Grand Rapids Press noted that there are numerous kitchen tools that any foodie ...
Online DIY store ideal for home improvement projects(Post)Homeowners planning to renovate their kitchen can find a wide range of tools online.Equipment to fit a new kitchen sink or fix a leaky kitchen tap can be bought from Toolbox, who are adding new produ ...
Well-designed kitchens can increase property values(Post)Well-designed and equipped kitchens can significantly boost property values, according to one expert. Alexi Sugden, founder of Egerton Designs, says kitchens are the biggest single investment in any ...
Women buying more gadgets than men(Post)Women are set to overtake men as the top gadget buyers in the UK, according to retailer John Lewis.The new report has claimed that this winter women are likely to be responsible for between 50 and 60 ...
Strategies for a green kitchen(Post)Going green in the kitchen can reduce energy costs but can seem like an impossible assignment, according to one source.But Home and Garden Television (HGTV) says that demystifying the process can hel ...
New kitchens for those opting to stay rather than go(Post)More people are deciding to improve their homes rather than move, according to a newspaper, which means many people may be considering a new kitchen.The Independent, citing figures from the Land Regi ...
Franke records sales growth in 2008(Post)Franke makers of sinks, taps and accessories such as the Franke food board has said it has grown this year.Eastern Europe and Asia were strong markets for the company, while the UK, Spain, Germany an ...
Modern trimmings make cooking a joy, says expert(Post)Tastes in kitchen design have just as much to do with nostalgia and tradition as they do with innovation and modernity, it has been suggested.While traditional elements can recall happy childhood mem ...
Avoid kitchen appliance power drain, says expert(Post)Kitchen users should be aware of the power drain that can be caused by their appliances even when theyre not in use, it has been suggested.Electrical items use significant amounts of electricity just ...
Kitchen extension can add value(Post)A well-planned kitchen extension can add value to a property and increase the chances of a sale during the current market.As well as looking into new fixtures and fittings, such as stainless steel si ...
Back-to-school kitchens need to be organised(Post)Organising a kitchen to prepare for the rigours of preparing children for their first days back at school can save time in the long run, it has been suggested. According to Jennifer Guy, writing for ...
Small kitchen upgrades can offer higher ROI(Post)People looking to renovate their kitchen may be interested to learn that small upgrades can offer a better return on investment (ROI) than larger operations, it has been suggested. Katie Adams, writi ...
Cheap kitchen upgrades still effective(Post)Small purchases are just as effective at upgrading kitchens as large-scale changes, it has been suggested. Writing for MyTownTalks, kitchen designer Mary King claimed that redecorating cooking areas ...
Accessible kitchen designs do not have to be ugly(Post)Kitchen designs do not have to sacrifice aesthetics and style when accessibility is the primary concern, it has been argued.Wallner Builders, a renovation firm in the US, was hired to remodel the kit ...
Every kitchen needs one unique element, expert says(Post)Every kitchen design project should have at least one element that is unique and memorable, a specialist has said.Matthew Quinn, head of the Design Galleria Kitchen Bath Studio in the US, argued tha ...
Fashion trends are inspiring kitchen designs(Post)The latest trends on the fashion catwalk are inspiring a growing number of homeware manufacturers and kitchen design companies, it has been reported.Kristin Martin, a brand manager at the cookware ma ...
Innovative breadboards cut down on kitchen crumbs(Post)A number of innovative and stylish breadboards have been developed to cut down on kitchen mess, it has been observed.The Guardian has set out its favourite chopping and slicing contraptions, includin ...
Kitchen appliances are more ergonomic than ever(Post)Homeowners now have a wealth of stylish and functional options when they come to select kitchen appliances, it has been observed.Design expert Donna Ross claimed that appliances are now more ergonomi ...
Kitchen technology can be vital cooking aids(Post)Homeowners can improve their cooking prowess by making use of the latest kitchen technology, it has been observed.Maris Callahan, a writer for lifestyle website MyGloss.com, noted that with the kitch ...
Corian a good option for seamless kitchen surfaces(Post)Corian is a particularly good option when it comes to seamless kitchen work surfaces, it has been suggested. A reader question in the Guardian asked whether it is possible to buy a seamless worktop ...
Many kitchens would fail health inspection test(Post)A significant proportion of home kitchens would fail the kind of health inspection tests commonly used to administer restaurants, new research shows.The US study by Californias Los Angeles County fou ...
Franke goes neutral with coffee coloured sinks(Post)Homeowners wanting a neutral look for their kitchen may find a coffee-coloured kitchen sink complements their interior design plans.Franke has launched coffee-coloured models of its Mythos and Kubus ...
Recycled kitchen sinks set for popularity surge(Post)Homeowners planning to fit a new kitchen sink as part of new home improvement projects may opt for recycled materials.Linda Barker says eco-friendly designs are becoming more popular, with existing h ...
Take care of your waste disposal unit over Christmas(Post)As the holiday season nears, it is important to remember how best to look after your waste disposal unit. Waste disposal units are perfect for disposing of food waste and ensuring that the odours ema ...
Victorian kitchen unit up for grabs(Post)Fans of a classic Victorian style of kitchen have been given the chance to put their names in the hat for the lottery prize of Kit Stones Open Rack Potboard Dresser.The piece of elegant kitchen furni ...
Water misconceptions cleared up by experts(Post)Drinking water regularly is essential to survival, as water makes up around 70 per cent of a persons body, but debates continue on water quality and filtration options, Health News Digest reports.It ...
Water damage insurance claims up(Post)The recent cold weather has led to an increase in the number of home insurance claims relating to water damage, Sainsburys Bank has said.More than 13,000 claims have been made so far this year, with ...
Little changes can transform kitchens(Post)Making small changes can transform kitchens from old-fashioned, poorly functioning rooms into modern, practical spaces.Rather than making drastic alterations or complete overhauls, just adding new ki ...