
Pantry ideas for difficult kitchens
Not every home has an ideal spot to plop a kitchen pantry in; however with some thought, there are many clever ways to create pantry space. Reclaim room from a hall closet that is next
Not every home has an ideal spot to plop a kitchen pantry in; however with some thought, there are many clever ways to create pantry space. Reclaim room from a hall closet that is next
Practical elements of kitchens can be easy to overlook; something you need, but not exactly exciting. How many cfm, where to exhaust it to . . . ho, hum, are you getting sleepy? Turn that
Is your kitchen updated to the dream kitchen you’ve always wanted? It’s not like a tattoo – if you remodel to create that ideal kitchen, and 15 years later (or sooner if you want!), your
Kitchen cabinets can be built with pull-out shelves, making it easier to access whatever is stored. Narrow, linear pull-out shelves can fill the gap between a cabinet and an appliance. Walk-in pantries are more appreciated
Have you sometimes felt that kitchens are almost as wet as bathrooms? Maybe, if you require the kids to take turns washing the dishes, and just maybe they’d rather not. The area around the sink
First off, use the space you have; just because the standard cabinets from the store stop 6 inches below the ceiling, doesn’t mean that has to be lost space. How about having custom cabinets built
Do you use your kitchen as an entertainment zone? If so, opening the kitchen up to the dining area and having a kitchen island installed will help with providing space for company while you prepare
It is the rare kitchen these days that is used solely for preparing meals. The modern kitchen is a marvel of multitasking; while cooking, parents are usually helping the kids with homework, or checking email.
Stainless steel appliances never lose their appeal, perhaps because they look great with any color scheme. Natural hues and soft neutrals, with shades of white and cream are the most commonly selected colors for kitchen
If your kitchen is just “OK”, but not what you really would like, perhaps what it really needs is a surface upgrade. That would mean you could keep the cabinets, flooring, and appliances, but upgrade
That’s why you will probably have your kitchen cabinets replaced at some point in time, especially if you bought an already existing home. Each person has their own cooking style, and that requires the right
First, plan! Think of it this way; the planning phase would benefit from taking more time than the actual construction. If you plan well, the amount of time you’re inconvenienced by construction work will be
It’s all relative, right? What you are prepared for determines whether it’s a big thing or not. Many of our Bellinghamsters are avid skiiers or snowboarders, so many are OK with the snow, but for
Exhaust hoods can be a stylish focal point for your kitchen. If you are unhappy with your current hood, either because of poor ventilation or because the style just doesn’t work for you, it may
And what would that be? The faucet and sink, of course! While we want our sinks and faucets to be stylish, what everyone really wants is the most is functionality we can get. Low maintenance
Kitchen countertops take more wear than the floor! Accidental whacks with that knife, dropping a cast-iron pan, and don’t even get me started on what teenagers can do to a countertop. Cutting board! What’s that?
Anything that helps with organizing the kitchen! Custom cabinetry really helps with this, as you can have specialty drawers built to hold the pans and dishes you use. Pull-out spice racks and charging drawers are
Like most homeowners, you probably have an “if only . . .” list. Those things you would like to change to make your home “just right”. Does your home feel like there isn’t enough space?
Good idea? Maybe not! Holiday seasons are lots of fun, but also stressful! It’s a good time to plan for your next remodel project. While doing some holiday shopping online, take a break and check
One detail is the kitchen faucet. You could have a professionally remodeled kitchen, with all new appliances, but if the faucet leaks or isn’t tall enough to fit your large pot under, it can be
The answer is not the most expensive countertops or a gourmet stove – the only answer can be a kitchen that is arranged specifically for you. It must be designed and built for the way
What are your storage needs? Every cook has their own unique cooking style, requiring storage solutions to fit these needs. Think about what you use when working at the stove; do you have oddly shaped
These handy work stations are popular for good reasons. They add a great deal of storage capacity to a kitchen, much countertop space, and if a sink is installed in it, the obvious benefits of
Sometimes it is just some relatively small things that are annoying – small areas of your home that keep nagging at your mind, because you know they need fixing or upgrading, but you just keep
Faucets and sinks! What are the most used item(s) in the kitchen? What wears out the fastest? It’s a good investment to have a high quality faucet installed – the washers will last longer, and