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If you have ever traveled to the ancient buildings of southern Europe and the Middle East, where civilizations began, you’ll note that every single floor is stone or tile. Granted, given the geographical location of these structures–that stone, sand and clay are so plentiful here–it’s easy to argue that this flooring choice was one of […]
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Every culinary aficionado has their particular preference and long-winded opinion as to the advantages and disadvantages of the heat source of their cooking appliance. These experts will possess equal arguments toward the functional benefit and shortcomings of a separate cooktop and oven appliance versus an all-in-one featured range. Although these individuals are petitioned for their
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These two components of a kitchen’s make-up are often overlooked by homeowners in their journey toward assembling the perfect kitchen space. So much attention is drawn toward the cabinetry, countertops and flooring that the countertop’s edging and backsplash areas become secondary to configuring the functionality and beauty of the kitchen. These are key areas, however,
Countertop Edgings and Backsplashes – The Ribbon Around the Package Read More »
As with any other major component of the new kitchen project, the kitchen flooring options need to be assessed and valued in terms of: budget, utility/serviceability and aesthetic appeal. Given the extreme demands put upon a kitchen floor, you want to get the best value (short and long term) for your dollar while maintaining the
Kitchen Flooring Compared Read More »
Only a few generations ago, hardwood flooring in the kitchen area was, by far, the dominant flooring used in homes throughout the world. It was considered to be a floor of abundance, convenience and was often associated with being ‘the poor-man’s floor’. It was a surface that was painted or saturated with petroleum, flax or
Hardwood Flooring in Your Kitchen? Absolutely! Read More »
Central to the design and utility of any kitchen is the sink: the fixture of the home that, literally, defines the nature of the kitchen as well as being the most actively used fixture in the home. Given such demands, the kitchen sink must possess the highest level of serviceability while achieving this task with
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When considering the style of kitchen you are looking for, you may hear kitchen style terms like ‘traditional,’ ‘contemporary,’ ‘casual,’ ‘country’ or ‘eclectic.’ Unfortunately, those terms aren’t very helpful if you’re not quite sure what distinguishes a traditional kitchen from a casual kitchen or a country kitchen. When determining which style of kitchen is truly
What’s So Traditional About a Traditional Kitchen? Read More »
The term ‘value’ can be a tricky word for a homeowner to apply toward any major purchase decision; and, when shopping for new kitchen cabinets, this same term can be elusive if the homeowner is not aware of that which constitutes value in cabinetry. Basically speaking, the buyer has to decide if the quality (materials
Cabinet Construction: The Hidden Value Read More »
Kitchen cabinet designers and engineers have done an exceptional job, over the years, in crafting features and options into cabinetry that are truly amazing. Not only are such accessories satisfying a consumer’s desire for convenience but they also add flair, panache and a more thoughtful use of frugal cabinet space. Kitchen cabinet storage, as any
Kitchen Cabinet Accessories that Rock! Read More »
Cabinet manufacturers will offer a wide range of finish choices to the consumer in an effort to provide flexibility in design and individual tastes. Suffice it to say that not all cabinet styles lend themselves to the full array of finishes as, quite often, the style itself will dictate the type of finish to be
Cabinet Finishes from A to Z Read More »
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