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A guide to kitchen island spaces and sizing

June 25, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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Collaborative post A kitchen island can serve many functions for members of your household. As well as providing extra space for storing, preparing and cooking food, an island can also be an informal place to get together or eat as a family. If you want to add an island to a kitchen that's currently lacking one, you will need to strike a careful balance with the unit’s size. It's really important to factor in the floor space of the kitchen ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: Home, home improvement, Interior Design, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchen design, kitchen island

6 tips on how to furnish and decorate a new kitchen

May 24, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

When you move into a new home, one of the first things you'll want to do is make it feel like your own. This is especially true when it comes to the kitchen; after all, it's the heart of the home. If you're starting from scratch with a new kitchen, or just want to give it a makeover, here are six tips to help you furnish and decorate it to suit your style and needs. 1. New water filtration system If you're not happy with the taste or ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: Home, home accessories, home improvement, Interior Design, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchen design, Top Tips

Quartz or Granite? What to choose for your kitchen worktops

May 10, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post When it comes to home improvement, revamping your kitchen is one of the most 'wow factor' projects you can tackle. And witnessing your dream kitchen slowly take shape during the renovation process is enough to make anyone eager to enjoy the final result. The finished look of a kitchen is obviously a top priority, and as you can imagine, it's a task that usually requires a fair amount of consideration and ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: Granite worktops, Home, Home renovation, Interiors, Kitchen, Kitchen worktops, Quartz worktops, Worktops

How to be more sustainable in the kitchen

April 5, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

You and your family might already be pros when it comes to eating organically and sustainably, but do these actions spill over into the kitchen itself? If you're wondering how to be more sustainable in the kitchen, there are lots of simple things you can do. Here are a few tips to help you on your journey to an eco-friendly kitchen. Purchase well-made cookware and utensils Your best bet is to opt for stainless steel or cast iron when ...

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Make your kitchen more kid-friendly with these simple design tips

March 21, 2022 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the home. As well as being a place where we cook and eat, it's often a popular space for family members to gather and spend valuable time together. So, when planning a kitchen update, you have to consider everyone’s needs. For families with children, it’s even more crucial to create a kitchen design that's safe for little ones. The trick of balancing style with safety ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: Children, Family, Family home, Home, Interior Design, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchen design

Tips to Upgrade your Kitchen on a Budget

December 2, 2021 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post There’s no getting away from it: kitchens are expensive to install. And if your current kitchen is starting to show its age, this may be playing on your mind. But could you save money by upgrading what you already have? Changing some of the key parts of your kitchen, rather than ripping it all out, could be a more affordable option than a full re-fit. The cost of a new kitchen ranges between £8,000 and £15,000 - and ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: Family home, Home, home improvement, Home renovation, Kitchen, kitchen appliances, kitchen design, Kitchen worktops, Tiles, Top Tips

Why choose quartz worktops for your new kitchen?

February 23, 2021 by Catherine Leave a Comment

This is a collaborative post in partnership with CRL Quartz. Are you planning on updating your kitchen?  It’s a major home project that lots of us would love to tackle, and when you do decide to take the plunge, you naturally want to get it right first time. When it comes to choosing a new kitchen, worktops are definitely a key element to prioritise. As well as performing a crucial role in your kitchen, worktops can add real wow ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: Interior Design, Interior trends, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchen design, Kitchen worktops, Quartz worktops

Six quick and easy kitchen cleaning tips

August 26, 2020 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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Collaborative post When it comes to keeping the kitchen clean, I think we'd all agree that the aim is to get the job done as quickly and effectively as possible. Let's face it, there are much more fun things to spend time on! Here are six easy ways to keep your kitchen clean and prevent the dirt building up, so you can avoid a major cleaning session altogether. Minimise worktop clutter This is a great place to start when it comes ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: Cleaning, Home, Home maintenance, Kitchen, Top Tips

What types of flooring are best suited to your kitchen?

April 8, 2020 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Are you planning a kitchen renovation project in the near future? Or have you recently moved to a new home where the kitchen is a bit worse for wear? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, you'll probably be considering replacing your kitchen flooring. The kitchen is arguably the most functional area within any home, so it stands to reason that you need to choose the correct type of flooring from a ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: Family home, Flooring, Home, home improvement, Home renovation, Interior trends, Interiors, Kitchen, Laminate flooring, Top Tips, Vinyl flooring

Small kitchen design tips

January 24, 2020 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Would you consider your kitchen to be on the small side?  We’ve had our fair share of tiny kitchens in the past, and I know from experience just how tricky they can be to design and style in a way that’s both functional and nice to look at. How to make a small kitchen look bigger If a kitchen extension isn’t an option, you can still make the most of your existing space by using a few clever design tricks.  ...

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