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Franke appoints new UK distributor(Post)
Franke have appointed PJH as their newest distributor in the UK, starting on Wednesday 1st February 2012. PJH will stock the full range of over 700 Franke products. David Houghton, Commercial Sales ...
Homeowners should make changes relevant to home value(Post)A leading property site has claimed that with costs spiralling for stamp duty, legal costs and estate agent fees, homeowners may be best to stay put and maximise the value of their current abode - wi ...
Brits want large kitchens but many lack space(Post)A newspaper has been reporting on property decor wishes for British consumers.The Observer said more people are choosing to take up DIY and self-build projects to stamp their own personality on their ...
Kitchens first room home buyers look at(Post)People thinking of putting their house up for sale or even those who want to maintain a fashionable home for themselves have been urged to focus on the kitchen first.Potential home buyers are likely ...
Remodelling kitchens practical, easy and fun(Post)People who are thinking about giving their kitchens a makeover have been reminded that fashioning a kitchen of your dreams has never been so practical, so easy or so much fun by the Star-Telegram.The ...
Good kitchen design can add value to your home(Post)Your kitchen holds some of the keys to adding value to your home, an industry commentator has said.In a recent article, Adrian Sainz said that nicer and more expensive countertops [work surfaces], ma ...
Carpenter offers kitchen renovation tips(Post)Kitchen design work does not need to be expensive and homeowners can undertake a number of small tasks to improve their existing fixtures and fittings.This is the view of luxury furniture maker Derek ...
Water board offers consumers eco-friendly items(Post)Three Valleys Water has joined forces with an online retailer to offer its customers products which could help save water around the kitchen.Big Green Smile offers a range of ideas for reducing consu ...
Now is perfect time to improve kitchen(Post)Financial experts have claimed that now is the right moment to make improvements to kitchens, with fewer people looking to move house.Due to the recession, there has been a decrease in the number of ...
Stainless steel kitchen sinks last(Post)Written Stainless steel kitchen sinks ensure longevity and durability, one report has noted.Kitchen sinks made out of stainless steel can also come in a number of designs to suit homeowners, includin ...
Simple kitchen renovation could be the best option(Post)Making small-scale changes around the house may provide a much better return on investment than a complete remodelling, it has been suggested. Jack Forman renovated his kitchen with top-of-the-line a ...
Exhaust fans a good kitchen remodelling choice(Post)People considering a kitchen upgrade should think about purchasing an exhaust fan, one expert has claimed. Kitchen design specialist Dave Kushner stated that in todays society food-preparation areas ...
Homeowners urged to consider kitchen space when buying fridges(Post)People should think carefully about the available space in their kitchen when buying a new fridge, it has been argued.Jo Adetunji of the Guardian notes that purchasing a fridge can be a daunting pros ...
Designer able to fully integrate appliances with cabinetry(Post)A kitchen designer has utilised the latest styles and technology to fully integrate appliances with cabinetry at her showroom in the US.Joan DesCombes, president of Architectural Artworks in Florida, ...
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 ...
Courtyard opening makes kitchen the heart of the home(Post)A new housing development has made the kitchen its centrepiece room by opening it up to access from an outdoor courtyard.Antler Homes Stone Bank Gardens development in Bardsey has created an open flo ...
Homeowners find innovative uses for kitchen sink(Post)Kitchen owners are adapting their kitchen sink areas to perform a range of functions, from storage to waste disposal.The Milwaukee-Wisconsin Journal Sentinel appealed to its readers to get in touch w ...
Kitchen owners urged to install under-counter lighting(Post)Homeowners can achieve a better kitchen ambience by installing under-counter lighting, it has been suggested.Interiors specialist Debbie Travis wrote for Yourhome.ca that under-counter options are pr ...
Banish clutter from kitchen sinks(Post)Homeowners looking to keep their kitchens cutter free and clean could follow a few simple hints and tips.The Edmonton Journal says undermount kitchen sink installations can help provide a clean, seam ...
Food waste disposer manufacturer launches videos App(Post)Food waste disposer manufacturer In-Sink-Erator is now offering smart phone technology to help its customers find out more about its products.By using its Quick Response (QR) codes and a smart phone, ...
Kitchens need universal design approach(Post)A universal design approach is the best way to equip a modern kitchen for efficient operation by all of its potential users, it has been claimed.Also known as accessible design, home specialist Drue ...
Ofwat introduces tough new water saving targets(Post)The regulatory body for the water industry has announced it will introduce tough new targets for saving water in the home.After what it described as lacklustre performance by water companies, Ofwat i ...