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Green kitchens pay for themselves(Post)
People who want a more ecologically-sound kitchen but are worried about upfront costs have been assured that, over time, green additions will pay for themselves. Julian Brooks, managing director of Gr
Energy-efficient kitchens could help sellers(Post)People thinking about ways to sell their home quickly in the midst of the housing slowdown may want to look at installing energy-efficient appliances and accessories, according to an energy doctor.Jon
Kitchen advice for energy-savers(Post)A number of myths about saving energy in the kitchen may not be true, according to an editorial on TheDemocrat.com.While some people are under the impression that measures such as replacing an older h
Green kitchens pay for themselves(Post)People who want a more ecologically-sound kitchen but are worried about upfront costs have been assured that, over time, green additions will pay for themselves. Julian Brooks, managing director of Gr
Kitchen layout must be effective and meet needs(Post)The layout of a kitchen must be effective and meet the needs of those using it, one home website states.According to Home and Garden Television (HGTV), beautiful cabinets, the latest appliances and hi
Early Easter demand for home improvements(Post)An unusually early Easter holiday should not allow home improvement companies to miss out on the seasonal fever for renovation, it was claimed.Marketing service Recently Moved claimed that with Easter
Design and cookery programmes rule the roost(Post)Britains love affair with interior design and home improvements has been highlighted by the runaway success of a TV design show. Channel 4s interior design show Grand Designs has proved a massive rati
New gadget for kitchen waste disposal(Post)Leicester County Hall has unveiled a new in-sink kitchen gadget which it says will encourage greener waste disposal practices. The council developed the device - which chews up leftover food and flush
Cut down on household waste with a waste disposal unit(Post)A recent unofficial strike by refuse collectors in Brighton and ongoing difficulties caused by fortnightly refuse collection highlight the need for efficient and convenient disposal of kitchen waste i
Options when choosing a kitchen island(Post)Kitchen islands are currently a top trend in kitchen design at the start of 2013 and their popularity is forecast to continue through the year as home owners modernise their kitchens instead of moving
Lighting a small kitchen(Post)A small kitchen can be a challenge to light, particularly if there are no windows letting in natural light. Shadows and dark corners can make a small kitchen appear even smaller so they should be avoi
Popularity of kitchen islands(Post)Kitchen islands have never been more popular, whether they form part of the look of a designer kitchen or simply because of their functionality and storage options. An attractive kitchen island can ma
Consider a laminate kitchen worktop(Post)We are spoilt for choice these days when it comes to kitchen worktop materials, from natural stone, quartz and granite, to glass, wood and ceramic. If you do not want to go for a high-end price when s
Moen launches Reflex pull-down for kitchens(Post)Moen has introduced its new Reflex pull-down system, which could be a beneficial addition to homeowners sink accessories. The pull-down faucet product boasts a resistance-free hose to provide simple
Rixonway produces five-millionth unit(Post)Rixonway Kitchens has now produced its five-millionth unit, marking a significant milestone for the home design specialist.The company has completed substantial capital investment in machinery, allowi
Customers warned against rogue DIY experts(Post)With more people possibly considering maintenance work for their kitchen sinks during the Easter holidays, a specialist has advised homeowners to look out for rogue DIY workers. A quarter of people h
Kitchen cooking moves towards grow-your-own(Post)Homeowners looking to grow their own produce are concentrating on potatoes, tomatoes and kitchen herbs, according to Haxnicks.Damian Cardozo, managing director at the gardening firm, said that tons of
Kitchen renovators may rush to stores before VAT rise(Post)Homeowners looking to improve their property are likely to purchase large items before the end of the year in order to avoid Januarys increase in VAT, Build It magazine has observed.Anna-Marie Desouza
New technology could revolutionise kitchen decoration(Post)A new hi-tech decorating system has been unveiled that could revolutionise they way people renovate kitchens.Italy-based company Levitiles showcased its brand new decorated crystal technology - named
Kitchen hygiene affected by water accumulation, says expert(Post)Water accumulation in and around the kitchen sink can have a major bearing on hygiene levels, an expert has suggested.In an article for Forbes India, Dr Vikram Kumar notes that microbes such as dust m
Kitchens are the hub of the modern home, expert claims(Post)Homeowners have been advised that the kitchen has now evolved into being the focal point of the modern home.Ronnie Whelan, editor of Essential Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom magazine, has claimed that the r
Build It: Dont give up on kitchen DIY(Post)Homeowners who experience a DIY disaster should not give up on improving their property, an expert has said.Anna-Marie Desouza, editor at Build It, claimed that many people are put off home improvemen
Philips kitchen gadget is an oil-free fryer(Post)Electronics company Philips has announced a new kitchen gadget that it claims can make fried greaseless food.Unveiled at the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin, the Airfryer device works by using
Kitchen designs still influenced by the 1920s and 30s(Post)Todays kitchen designs are still influenced by the labour saving, efficient changes that first came to the fore in the 1920s and 30s, it has been suggested.This Wednesday (September 15th), the Museum
Jamie Oliver gadget a kitchen must-have(Post)A food prep gadget from TV chef Jamie Oliver has been described as a kitchen essential.According to a list of eight must-have kitchen gadgets by USAWeekend.com, the Jamie Oliver Flavour Shaker makes l
Kitchen is now a communal family room(Post)Open-plan kitchens have grown in popularity and now dominate new home designs, it has been claimed.Susan Reimer of the Baltimore Sun noted that the recent recession has encouraged a cocooning of the f
DIY kitchen renovators should be offered more skills-coaching(Post)UK home improvement retailers should hold evening classes to help fix the ailing DIY skills of the countrys young adults, it has been argued.Andrew Leech, director of the National Home Improvement Cou
Kitchen appliances should maximise space(Post)Homeowners should consider both style of functionality when selecting new kitchen appliances, it has been argued.Appliance manufacturer Kenmore notes that because the average appliance has a life span
Kitchen renovators must consider storage needs(Post)Homeowners should carefully consider their storage requirements when attempting a kitchen makeover, it has been suggested.Rachael Liska of the MCT News Service noted that redesigning a kitchen can bre
Home improvements should be a priority during the summer, says expert(Post)People should prioritise home improvements like kitchen renovations during the summer, it has been suggested.Andrew Leech, director of the National Home Improvement Council, observed that some people