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Kitchen DIY is a job for both sexes(Post)
It is up to both men and women to muck in when it comes to kitchen DIY, the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) has said.NHIC director Andrew Leech noted that there has been a rise in the number ...
Kitchen island separates eating and cooking areas(Post)An interior designer has revealed that she decided to install a kitchen island during one of her makeover projects so as to create a more functional divide between the eating and cooking areas.Candic ...
The kitchen sink can be a work of art, says plumber(Post)People can add style and interest to their homes by installing decorative kitchen sinks and taps, it has been suggested.Master contractor and plumber Ed Del Grande, who has hosted TV shows on the US- ...
Franke keeps sound low and satisfaction high(Post)A top shopping comparison site has given Franke sinks a maximum rating, allowing the reviews of happy users to extol the benefits of the basins to new customers.Rated five out of five for user satisf ...
Franke named inventor of the month(Post)Leading sink and tap producer Franke has been recognised as one of Novembers top innovators in its field.The brand was singled out by manufacturing design software specialist Autodesk as its Inventor ...
Touchscreen PC is kitchen-friendly(Post)Sinks, taps, waste disposal units and other appliances often dominate kitchen revamp decision-making, but a new computer could be a top addition to kitchens, it has been claimed.The HP TouchSmart IQ7 ...
British revamps go over budget in kitchen(Post)One in four British home improvement projects are under-budgeted, leading costs to soar 4.7 billion above what was initially expected, according to Halifax Home Insurance.The group claimed that peopl ...
Ergonomic kitchen offers tailored cabinets(Post)A new ergonomic kitchen system has been released, promising users a layout exclusively tailored to their needs.German-based design firm Alno has unveiled its Kitchen of the Future system, comparing i ...
Plenty of storage necessary in kitchens(Post)People considering renting out property should think about kitchen design and storage options that will appeal to the right tenants, the Residential Landlords Association (RLA) has said.A director at ...
Must-have kitchen gadgets list compiled(Post)Kitchens have become a hub for the family and, with open plan kitchen/dining room popularity not going away any time soon, they will continue to be a place to entertain guests.But as kitchens become ...
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 ...
Homeowners play it safe with traditional kitchen designs(Post)Kitchen owners are seeking comfort in traditional designs, an expert has said.Marvin Daniel, president of US renovation firm Kitchen Designworks, told the Richmond Times-Dispatch that the challenging ...
Homeowners want to individualise their kitchen(Post)Homeowners are looking to personalise their kitchen and put their own touch on their cooking area, it has been suggested.Robert Cassidy, brand manager at Britannia Living, said that people want aesth ...
Deluxe fridge boosts kitchen convenience(Post)Kitchen convenience has been given a boost by the launch of a new deluxe refrigerator from manufacturer Kenmore, it has been revealed.The companys 28-cubic-foot Elite Trio Ice and Water Refrigerator ...
Kitchen self-installation could save you 3,000(Post)Homeowners could make huge savings during kitchen renovations by doing the installation work themselves, an expert has said.Tim Doherty, managing director of the National Self Build Renovation Centr ...
Green kitchen designs gain steam(Post)Homeowners can install a range of features to make their kitchens more eco-friendly.Green kitchen designs, a byproduct of the green building movement, are becoming more popular, according to St Louis ...