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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 ...
Online guides are transforming kitchen DIY(Post)The growth of online how-to guides are transforming the way people go about renovating their homes, it has been claimed.Alysia Maciejowska, founder of the DIY advice site BookshelfBoyfriend.com, told ...
Sara Cox backs In-Sink-Erator(Post)Environmentally-friendly waste products have been given the celebrity backing of Sara Cox.In-Sink-Erator, a leading producer of waste organiser products, is a favourite with the popular Radio One DJ, ...
Reliable tradesmen can help avoid kitchen sink dramas(Post)Homeowners should carry out thorough research to ensure they receive a reliable and efficient service when paying for a professional kitchen renovation, it has been suggested.According to a home impr ...
Set cleaning goals to keep kitchen tidy(Post)In many households life revolves around the kitchen which can quickly lead to messiness and a growing heap of washing up in the sink.But rather than panicking over the mess or resigning to living wit ...
Kitchen appliances must be attractive in open-plan rooms(Post)Homeowners with open-plan living areas and kitchens have been advised to ensure that their appliances and utility fixtures like kitchen taps and sinks are aesthetically pleasing.A new book from Creat ...
Kitchen technology could be affected by spending cuts(Post)Homeowners could be deprived of the latest kitchen technology if government spending cuts impact on research and development projects, it has been suggested.Rob Sharp of the Independent noted that th ...
New Ikea design points to change in kitchen concepts(Post)A new award-winning kitchen design from Ikea could point towards a change in home interior trends, it has been suggested.Reporting from the recent 2011 Interior Design Show in Toronto, The Independen ...
Is the cheapest always the best(Post)If the media is always to be believed, consumers are, almost without exception, looking for the cheapest versions of everything. But is this perception true? And is it always right that the cheapest ...
Check out our new kitchen design guides(Post)As a result of popular request, Simply Kitchen Sinks has launched an advice section on kitchen design. If you are in need of some kitchen design inspiration, check out our style guides which include, ...
Franke launches comprehensive new brochure(Post)Leading kitchen sink and tap manufacturer Franke has launched a new brochure for its Specialist and Pro-Value ranges. Designed to be the definitive guide for consumers, a comprehensive specification ...
Kitchen and bathroom most valuable rooms in house sale(Post)Kitchen design enthusiasts have been given an extra incentive to push on with ambitious renovations by assertions that property values can be raised significantly by making changes there.Kitchens and ...
Form follows function when designing a kitchen(Post)Worktops are often key to making your kitchen stand out, but designers and manufacturers have been talking about the importance of practicality in this months Kitchen Bath Design News. Bonnie Hufnag ...
Coldplay frontman could improve in the kitchen(Post)Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin has revealed that his musical talent isnt mirrored by his skill in the kitchen.Martin reports that the fire brigade has twice been called to his home as a result of ...
Granite worktops perfectly safe(Post)Granite worktops do not pose any health risks when used in kitchen designs, a new study has revealed.The Marble Institute of America (MIA) has conducted the largest ever scientific study into granite ...
Trend for colourful kitchenware(Post)Written vThis year could see a trend for colourful kitchenware catching on across the country, with huge ranges of new designs being touted as possible big sellers.Colours such as cherry, blueberry, ...
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 ...
Kitchen gadgets: good gifts for penny-pinchers(Post)As the credit crunch continues and Christmas looms, clever gift buying could be a sound financial decision, it has been suggested.Gadgets for the kitchen can not only delight the culinary types among ...
Entertainment gadgets: more time in the kitchen for busy consumers(Post)Two key areas of modern life food and entertainment seem to have come together with the release of a pair of kitchen entertainment gadgets.Firstly, Viewsonic have released a high-end LCD HD televisio ...