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Kitchen renovations on the rise(Post)
Kitchen and home renovations are likely to rise in 2013, according to the Home Builders Association. Many homeowners are making the decision to improve, rather than move, in order to stay in the sam ...
Kitchen taps offer opportunity to introduce new design element(Post)Kitchen sinks offer an opportunity to introduce a new design element through the taps, which are an important feature according to one report.Home and Garden Television (HGTV) says there is now more ...
Filters can be used for people with concerns(Post)A bid to ban plastic bottles from cities in Canada has led to a researcher making comments about technology for taps.Richard Girard from the Polaris Institute said water from taps was not trusted by ...
Nigella stands up for women in the kitchen(Post)Popular television cook Nigella Lawson has spoken out for women who find it difficult to balance working life with a love of spending time in the kitchen and cooking for their loved ones.Ms Lawson, w ...
Home targets possible despite economy and energy standards(Post)Government targets for new homes have been demanding both in quantity and in energy efficiency standards, but the Home Builders Federation (HBF) has claimed that they are not impossible to meet.John ...
Older kitchens can evolve while keeping charm(Post)Kitchen design was not a pressing priority in the past, claimed Country Life magazine, but old kitchens could be brought into the modern age with some creative thinking.The publication affirmed that ...
Social kitchens here to stay(Post)A top kitchen designer has claimed that the trend away from solitary confined, cooking areas and towards large, open social hubs is here to stay.A frequent contributor to home specialist publication ...
Well-positioned mirrors transform rooms(Post)Homeowners looking to create an illusion of ample space in the kitchen and elsewhere in the home should look no further than mirrors, experts have claimed.Interior design consultancy At Home asserted ...
Are Granite Worktops going out of fashion(Post)Over the last decade the fashion was for granite kitchen worktops, the ultimate status symbol in any new kitchen. As with all trends, the granite craze has started to lose steam as homeowners look to ...
Kitchen design for the rich and famous(Post)A leading home improvement magazine has featured kitchen appliances from Franke and Perrin Rowe in a stylish new home design blueprint from Hamptons Cottages Gardens magazine.Located in the heart o ...
Water filter is essential addition to tap product(Post)Water purity is becoming a key issue for many responsible homeowners, with concerns about the quality of tap-water leading increasing numbers of people to items that ensure the removal of impurities.
Seaside-cottage kitchen maximises galley design(Post)A new design trend is taking the galley kitchen layout and decking it out with a style that combines both beach-side cool and cottage comfort, according to Kitchen and Bath Design News (KBDN).The sit ...
How to prepare your kitchen for Christmas(Post)If you are planning to entertain family and friends during the Christmas holidays, your kitchen is likely to become the focal point of your house and is likely to require some preparation if things a ...
Carron Phoenix reveals its first boiling water tap(Post)The instant boiling water tap market has a new contender in Carron Phoenix with the launch of its Seraphina. The Seraphina has been revealed as part of Carron Phoenixs updated Elite Range of sinks, t ...
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, ...
How to clean wood-style kitchen worktops(Post)Wood-style kitchen worktops can look stunning but you do have to make sure that they are regularly treated. The best option is to oil the wood regularly until the wood has but up its protection. Use ...
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 ...
Free cookbooks could see kids in the kitchen(Post)Parents may want to look for a bigger kitchen soon, as a new cookbook is expected to get children more interested in cooking.The British Nutrition Societys deputy director Stephanie Valentine said Re ...
Check taps to beat winter blues(Post)Checking kitchen sink plumbing can help stave off frozen pipes and potential home insurance claims, the AA has said.The insurance provider has issued guidance to homeowners about how to protect their ...
Dream modern home boasts kitchen creativity(Post)The national eScape home design competition has yielded a new household blueprint that offers imaginative use of kitchen space. Easier.com reported the design ruses of the winning entry, provided by ...
Singer sets standards in sustainable tap usage(Post)Kitchen taps are being hailed as an answer to environmental wastefulness and a sensible alternative to bottled water, but the faucet is also the location of new technologies for cutting wasteful use ...
DIYers should tackle plumbing not wiring(Post)DIY enthusiasts have been told while tackling boilers and wiring can be dangerous and costly, trying to fix blockages in kitchen sinks should be well within their range.Experts from the National Home ...
Students urged to learn about kitchen care(Post)People whose children are moving into student accommodation this autumn may want to ensure they know about kitchen safety.As part of a campaign to promote household safety to students living in rente ...
Bring Your Kitchen Out Of The Dark Ages(Post)Kitchen lighting is so crucial and should be one of the first things people think about when theyre designing or remodeling a kitchen, but it often gets last priority, says lighting consultant and in ...
Kitchen waste sheds light on key historical figure(Post)Scientists have made some fascinating discoveries about a key figure in German history by sifting through remnants of his kitchen waste, it has been revealed.Widely held as the father of Protestantis ...
Kitchen measurement service highlights paramount precision(Post)Size does matter in the kitchen, according to home product specialist Ikea, which has released a new home measurement service to help kitchen renewals go to plan.Appliances like sinks, taps and ovens ...
Family kitchen must master layout and texture(Post)Choosing the right kitchen products and creating a warm and welcoming feel are essential to allowing a positive relationship to flourish between children and cooking. According to news site Globe and ...