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Personalisation big design trend(Post)
One of the biggest themes in kitchen decoration is personalisation, a designer has said. Thomas Smith of Smith Decor told the Sowetan newspaper kitchens are multi-functional, with families using them
Suspending Hips would be a shame(Post)Home information packs (Hips) are worthwhile to homebuyers particularly first-time buyers and their suspension would be a shame, according to FirstRung Now.The Conservatives called for a suspension of
Suspending Hips would be a shame(Post)Home information packs (Hips) are worthwhile to homebuyers particularly first-time buyers and their suspension would be a shame, according to FirstRung Now.The Conservatives called for a suspension of
Kitchen style Doesnt Cost the Earth(Post)Kitchen designers and enthusiasts will gather next week for an event on green design issues. The KLC School of Design, in association with the London Design Festival, will be hosting a lecture called
Brits have love affair with France(Post)French style was highlighted in London at the weekend at the French Property Exhibition.Dozens of exhibitors congregated at Olympia in the capital to reveal the benefits of French living a lifestyle d
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
Franke shows soft touch with top-end tap(Post)Franke has launched a new tap boasting sleek sophistication and promising to slip effortlessly into a soft kitchen design scheme. The groups new Zurich monobloc mixer tap adds to the Franke range with
Modern built-in ovens make the grade(Post)Built-in ovens are a more viable choice than range cookers for many kitchen revamps, but choosing a fitted model does not mean losing out on quality, according to the Kitchen Bedroom and Bathroom maga
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 - wit
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 D
MakeIT! Furniture awards scheduled(Post)The inaugural MakeIT! Furniture awards ceremony will take place at Oxfords National School of Furniture on June 13th, where visitors will be able to see a range of appliances that could complement the
Will Focus DIYs closure impact customers(Post)The closure of over 120 Focus DIY stores should not influence the price or choice of products such as sink accessories for people looking to make home improvements, an expert says.Rather than being re
Experimentation is returning to kitchen designs(Post)Homeowners are increasingly seeking to experiment in their kitchen designs, it has been claimed.In setting out its views on current design trends, Builder Magazine has noted that people are increasing
Kitchen renovation purchases set to rise(Post)Sales of DIY equipment and furniture are expected to rise over the coming fortnight as homeowners look to beat the impending VAT rise.The news could lead to an increase in the number of individuals lo
Kitchen table can be a Christmas focal point(Post)A home and gardening expert has revealed how she turned her simple kitchen table into a Christmas decoration centrepiece.Bunny Guinness of the Daily Telegraph said that this centrepiece had been creat
Homeowners urged to get stuck into kitchen DIY(Post)Homeowners should attempt to perform simple DIY tasks themselves and learn from their mistakes, Build It magazine has said.According to research from Comcero.com, 2.2 million men claim to be unable to
Wooden kitchen items require specialist cleaning(Post)Kitchen owners have been offered some expert tips on how to clean wooden items effectively and without damaging them.An article in the Hindustan Times, which features input from Ashok Gupta, owner of
Kitchen renovators offered security tips(Post)Homeowners who may be attempting kitchen DIY or other renovation jobs have been advised to install industry-approved locks and an alarm system in an effort to secure their property.Graeme Trudgill, te
Plan carefully when attempting kitchen makeovers, says expert(Post)Homeowners should draw up a detailed plan and budget ahead of any kitchen makeover, an expert has said.Cheryl Franz, kitchen designer for Monroe Marble Granite in the US, noted that kitchen renovatio
Kitchen renovators not tiring of eco-concerns(Post)Homeowners are not yet tiring of environmental concerns, it has been claimed.Matt Hunt, spokesperson for BritishEco.com, a website that offers renewable energy guidance to consumers, argued that while
A slow cooker is a worthwhile kitchen investment(Post)Slow cookers have been named in a list of the best healthy kitchen gadgets.The list by Readers Digest notes that slow cookers are perfect for making bean-based soups and stews high in cholesterol-lowe
Recycled kitchen countertops provide reflective finish(Post)A homeowner was able to achieve a beautiful reflective value in her kitchen countertops by using recycled materials, it has been revealed.Rita Penrod told StarTribune.com that during her kitchen renov
Simple kitchen designs ensure longevity(Post)Homeowners can create kitchens that last by keeping their designs simple, it has been suggested.Writing for Metro Canada, interior design expert Karl Lohnes observed that there are a number of potenti
New recycling rules could raise demand for food waste disposers(Post)More people may look to buy food waste disposers after the government changed its stance on local authority recycling charges.Communities secretary Eric Pickles announced this week that the government
Concealed kitchens among hottest design trends for 2010(Post)Concealed kitchens which are discreetly incorporated into the homes other primary living spaces are among the top trends in home design this year, an industry body has said. According to the National
Futuristic kitchen unit features infrared controlled kitchen taps(Post)A futuristic kitchen unit has been designed which features touch controlled cooking hobs and a kitchen sink with infrared controlled taps.The Design Blog reported on a compact kitchen design created o
Kitchen taps are among the latest hi-tech appliances(Post)New kitchen appliances and fixtures are increasingly incorporating the latest, cutting-edge technology, it has been noted. A report by the Globe and Mail argued that consumers are now buying kitchen i
Award-winning kitchen combines modern and traditional features(Post)An interior designer created an award-winning kitchen by integrating modern, urban features in a 19th century home.Joanne Hudson won the 2010 Sub-Zero and Wolf kitchen design contest in the US with a
Kitchen designs on a budget must be creative(Post)Homeowners who renovate their kitchen on a tight budget should consider using finishes and materials that they may not have considered in the past, it has been suggested.The Arizona Daily Star spoke t
Artisan makes eco-friendly countertops(Post)An artisan has created a series of environmentally-friendly countertops by using recycled glass.Kyle Contris, who owns a custom refurbishment company, told the Olympian that his concrete and recycled