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Neutrals paired with bright accents big in kitchen design right now(Post)
Homeowners should use the current seasonal change as an excuse to freshen up their kitchens using colour, it has been suggested.Judy Schurman of Huron Valley Furniture in the US told HometownLife.com ...
Lighting is the most important element of kitchen design(Post)Lighting effects can radically alter the appearance of a kitchen, an expert has noted.Shane Inman, president of US interior design firm the Inman Company, argued that lighting is the most important e ...
New gadget brings high-end hot chocolate to the kitchen(Post)A new kitchen appliance has been developed to offer homeowners the chance to create their own authentic, high quality hot chocolate.Cambridge Design Partnerships (CDP) Maya Machine aims to address th ...
Style isnt everything in kitchen design, says expert(Post)The appearance of a kitchen should not be the main priority when it comes to renovations, it has been argued.Celia Kupersmzid Lehrman, deputy home editor for Consumer Reports, claimed that everyday h ...
Consumers warned about dud kitchen gadgets(Post)Consumers have been warned to avoid wasting their time and money on dud kitchen gadgets.A list by Which? of the money-wasting products you dont need includes peanut butter makers, tumble dryer balls ...
DIY kitchen renovators should start with simple tasks(Post)Homeowners should avoid taking on too much when renovating their kitchens, it has been suggested.Michael Holmes, spokesperson for the National Home Improvement Show, argued that the number of injurie ...
Kitchen tap becomes a fountain with new gadget(Post)An innovative gadget for kitchen taps turns regular running water into fun fountain shapes, it has been reported. GadgetReview.com noted that children - and certain adults - enjoy drinking water dir ...
Tenants attracted by modern kitchens(Post)Landlords can better fill property vacancies by ensuring their kitchens are fitted with modern and efficient appliances, a real estate specialist has said.Scott McGillivray, host of HGTVs Income Prop ...
Pepper grinders have changed to match kitchen trends(Post)Pepper grinders have changed noticeably in terms of both form and function through the years as peoples kitchen habits have also altered, a commentator has observed.Bee Wilson of the Daily Telegraph ...
Kitchen ideas to be showcased at Grand Designs Live Birmingham 2010(Post)A wide range of kitchen design ideas will be showcased at the upcoming Grand Designs Live Birmingham event.Taking place at the Birmingham NEC from October 8th-10th, 2010, the event will feature vario ...
Lighting can bring new life to a kitchen(Post)Homeowners can call on a range of simple lighting techniques for making their kitchens look more attractive, it has been claimed.An article by the North American Press Syndicate (NAPS) notes that ord ...
Kitchen owners could be tempted by eco-mortgage(Post)A new eco-mortgage from BuildStore has been unveiled which aims to reward property builders for setting up green homes.Due to be launched at this years Big Green Home show, which takes place in Swind ...
Built-in bars among worst kitchen fads(Post)The built-in bar has been ranked as the worst furniture fad of the last 30 years.According to research by Post Office Mortgages, the feature received the most votes in its poll to find the most regre ...
Kitchens can incorporate sustainable materials(Post)Homeowners are increasingly on the look-out for kitchens that boast good aesthetics as well as eco-friendly credentials, it has been suggested.According to Richa Singh of Ace Interiors, eco-friendly ...
Small kitchens require bespoke fittings(Post)Homeowners seeking to revamp small kitchens have been urged to opt for bespoke fittings rather than ready-made options.An article by UK-based Legendary Builders, which was hosted on aboutmyarea.co.uk ...
Kitchen cooking to rise following fat tax(Post)Homeowners may seek to make more use of their core kitchen fixtures such as cookers and kitchen sinks if a new food tax is introduced.It has been reported that a new fat tax is due to be launched in ...
Surge in demand for local produce(Post)Kitchens sinks across the UK could soon be full of locally-grown fruit and vegetables as the demand for local produce rises.More people are taking an interest in local produce, according to the Plunk ...
Brits turn to professionals for home improvement(Post)More and more homeowners are turning to professional to undertake home improvement projects, it has been revealed.People spend 5.6 billion per year on hiring experts to complete jobs such as fitting ...
Electrolux demonstrates new kitchen technology(Post)Electrolux will showcase four of its new technologies at this years Grand Designs Live London event.These new appliances could perfectly complement homeowners kitchen sinks and have been designed by ...
Three kitchen trends for 2012(Post)As the new year approaches, here are three kitchen trends to follow in 2012 Colours - simple middle tone colours are in creams, greys and light browns, with a splash of colour to provide contrast and ...
How to boost the value of your property(Post)According to recent surveys, one of the best ways of adding value to your home is a kitchen extension and renovation, as buyers are often as interested in space as they are in location.Although a kit ...
Take care with tap DIY(Post)A top DIY site has warned home design enthusiasts about the dos and donts of meddling with taps.Diyfixit.co.uk urged those working on taps to consider making smaller changes, with concern always give ...
Kitchen mag returns with new look(Post)Kitchen enthusiasts have been given a boost by news of a new-look kitchen magazine, packed with the latest products and design trends.People browsing for new sinks, taps or counter arrangements will ...
Flavoured water straight from taps(Post)A new add-on for taps promises users a means of spicing up tap water and making the kitchen an eye-catching novelty area.The Pur Flavor Options Water Filtration System offers takers the chances to ad ...
Downturn will make self-build prosper(Post)Dreams of a farmhouse kitchen or a spacious modern cooking haven need not be put on hold, as the conditions of self-build and lifestyle renovation are not as gloomy as it appears, experts claimed.The ...
Kitchen revamps need structural planning(Post)Getting to grips with the nitty-gritty details is essential to ensuring a successful kitchen revamp, experts have warned. Claiming that kitchens are the new living rooms, consumer advisory group Whic ...
Tiny kitchens need opening up(Post)What do you do when you have big kitchen design ideas but only a small space to work in?HGTV has been offering homeowners some tips on making the most of a tiny kitchen.The home and garden channel cl ...
Preferences should overrule trends(Post)When planning a new kitchen, homeowners should not get too preoccupied with the latest trends, according to designer Trac Papish.Speaking to Cleveland.com, he said If you like single basin sinks, buy ...
Scrubbing, reorganisation start to a kitchen makeover(Post)Scrubbing and reorganisation is the first place to start any kitchen makeover, according to one industry expert.Betty Nairn, manager of Ohio-based Cabinet-S-Top, says many kitchens arent in bad shape ...
Tap water can be just as good as bottled(Post)People who are confused about where they should turn for safe, tasty water need look no further than their very own kitchen sink, according to Market Watch.A report on the website claims simply insta ...