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Self-build kitchen projects need more incentives(Post)
The governments attempts to increase the number of self-build projects this year are unlikely to be realised unless the public is offered more incentives, Sustain Worldwide has said.Gordon Miller, sus
Kitchen builders buy up cabinetry(Post)Home builders are buying up stocks of kitchen units like cabinets and other accessories in a bid to beat the January VAT hike, it has been revealed.According to the London Evening Standard, building m
Homeowners shying away from DIY kitchen upgrades(Post)Basic renovation skills which have previously passed down through generations are being lost, it has been claimed.According to Homebuilding Renovating magazine, younger people are now more likely to
Kitchen owners caught in unrealistic property market(Post)There is currently a huge disparity between the prices that sellers are asking for their properties and the number of buyers currently in the market, Mouseprice has said.Selwyn Lim, director of the on
Failed kitchen DIY jobs cost Brits millions(Post)British homeowners spent millions of pounds correcting failed DIY projects last year, new figures show.A survey by Clydesdale Bank and Yorkshire Bank suggests that Brits shelled out about 235 million
Innovative toaster is a versatile kitchen gadget(Post)A new design for a kitchen toaster could make a number of food prep jobs easier, one blog has claimed.An article on Walyou.com notes that the Chomp toaster allows users to make sandwiches of different
Kitchens are now lounges for cooking(Post)Kitchens now more closely resemble lounges where cooking also happens to take place, it has been claimed.A life and style article by the Hindu notes that the introduction of time-saving appliances ove
Slate grey goes well in a farmhouse kitchen(Post)Slate grey is a good colour option for farmhouse kitchens, an interiors specialist has said.Jon Holloway, managing director of Garden Trading, commented that while black is very harsh, slate offers a
Kitchen renovators can make their own eco-friendly changes(Post)There are a number of ways by which homeowners can make their properties more energy efficient, an expert has said.Tim Doherty, managing director of the National Self Build Renovation Centre in Swind
NYT: The kitchen is the engine of the home(Post)The kitchen is such an essential component of a home that it could be regarded as its engine, a commentator has said.New York Times writer Roberta Smith noted that kitchens have been heavily symbolic
Kitchen designs are moving outdoors(Post)Outdoor kitchens are becoming increasingly popular among proud homeowners, it has been suggested.An article by itshealthylife.com claimed that outdoor kitchens have grown in popularity over the past t
Kitchen gadget use is often short-lived(Post)Homeowners usually make only fleeting use of kitchen gadgets, a commentator has claimed.Tracey OSullivan of the Shropshire Star argued that in todays cash-rich but time-poor society, many people canno
Kitchen renovators urged to make energy-efficient changes(Post)Kitchen renovators should take steps to ensure that future generations consume less energy within the home, it has been suggested.Michael Holmes, spokesperson for the National Home Improvement Show, n
Kitchen designs should begin with the end in mind(Post)Homeowners who attempt a kitchen makeover should know how they want the finished room to look before they start the work, it has been claimed.Interior design consultant Elissa Scott wrote for QMI Agen
Kitchen flooring can make a big difference(Post)Homeowners can update their kitchens with stylish and affordable looks by choosing the right flooring, it has been suggested.An article by House of Area Rugs observes that the kitchen is often the las
Mobile kitchens can help with summer party prep(Post)Homeowners should consider their kitchens capacity when planning a big summer party, it has been suggested.Professional caterer Len Massolin told the Calgary Herald that hosts should think about how m
Kitchen designs have become more frugal(Post)Homeowners are increasingly mindful of the need to keep costs down when renovating their kitchens, an expert has said.Eliot Sefrin, editorial director of Kitchen Bath Design News, argued that there h
Electroluxs kitchen workstation design accommodates limited mobility(Post)A new design for a kitchen workstation appliance has sought to cater for older people by allowing them to carry out all cooking tasks in one accessible area.A feature on TomsGuide.com also observed th
Planning ahead is crucial in DIY kitchen designs(Post)Homeowners should plan ahead to ensure DIY kitchen renovations run smoothly, it has been suggested.An interior design editorial by the Fingal Independent said people should take steps to ensure their
Stone countertops work well in dramatic kitchen designs(Post)Natural stone countertops like soapstone, granite and marble work particularly well in dramatic kitchen designs, it has been suggested.Writing for Living Lake Country.com, handyman Nick Kerzner said t
Kitchens can be kid-friendly(Post)Homeowners can ensure their kitchens are suitable for children by making a range of simple changes.According to Alicia Gilliam, a writer for Disney FamilyFun magazine, by moving tableware and crockery
Drawers are replacing cabinets in kitchen designs(Post)New, ergonomic drawer units are replacing traditional kitchen cabinets, an interior designer has said.Carole Porter, owner of the design firm Kitchen Arts in the US, told the Issaquah Press that drawe
Eco-friendly kitchen options are growing(Post)A wide range of attractive, environmentally-friendly products are now available for kitchen designs, an expert has said.Bruce Curtis, owner of the home remodelling firm Washtenaw Woodwrights, wrote fo
Kitchen island can offer additional storage(Post)A couple has shown how they made a kitchen more functional while retaining original features during the renovation of an 18th century country house.Will Morrow and partner Kent Ozkum showed the Freder
New kitchen tap could save water(Post)Swapping a kitchen tap in the home could allow individuals to save money on their energy bills, it has been claimed. According to Internet Broadcasting Systems, there are a variety of water-saving kit
Ceramic tiles a good option for counters(Post)Those looking to update their kitchen countertops should consider purchasing ceramic tiles for the job, it has been claimed. Interiors expert Thomasan Adison noted that while many people often use the
Mixing kitchen styles can work(Post)Mixing different styles in the kitchen can help property owners to add texture to their food preparation areas. That is the opinion of designer Shelley Klingelsmith, who used a similar technique when
Dont personalise when choosing kitchen lighting(Post)Homeowners have been advised by one expert not to personalise their kitchen lighting when renovating in hopes of selling their property. Expert in the field Frankie Cameron noted that individuals shou
Cindy Crawford: the kitchen is my favourite room(Post)Supermodel Cindy Crawford has stated that the kitchen is her favourite room of the house. Talking to the Tampa Bay Times, the 43-year-old said that her kitchen is the centre of our home. She remarked
Kitchen designers can reduce costs(Post)Updating a kitchen does not necessarily have to cost large sums of money as an expert can help to bring down expenses, it has been suggested. According to interior designers Katherine Thornhill and Va