When updating your kitchen, cabinets are one of the best ways to improve your kitchen. Kitchen cabinets take a lot of abuse on a daily basis and are often seen to be loose on their hinges, which gives the whole kitchen a dated and worn out look. High end cabinets have solid wood drawers with…

Layered lighting with dimmers are a great addition to the kitchen plan. Integrating a layered lighting scheme with dimming capability creates ambiance for any activity. Recessed ceiling lights, pendants over islands and undercabinet lights covers it all. A pantry is practically a must; with the ability to shop for bulk items, a good storage system…

Of course, we all like fresh, new hardware, paint, countertops and sinks, but is it only the desire for “new” that drives most kitchen remodels? Kitchen materials deteriorate due to the everyday use, cooking, and damage that can occur over time. Kitchen faucets can begin leaking, cabinets may not close properly, flooring can show wear…

Creating a more open kitchen appeals to homeowners for both functional and aesthetic reasons. Removing a wall allows the room to appear larger, and makes entertaining more enjoyable, as the cook can converse with guests much easier. An open kitchen makes moving from one room to another easier with fewer walls blocking the way, so…

Many of us know that it will be many long years before we do another kitchen upgrade, so it can make one very careful to be sure to get everything just right. Here are some ideas to help you go through in your mind, as well as research online, to be sure you have what…

The advantages of a kitchen island are more counterspace, storage, an additional eating area, and possibly room for an appliance or small work sink. On the other hand, an island can disrupt the classic work triangle of sink/range/refrigerator. More than anything, you want your kitchen to be convenient and work well for meal preps. An…

If your kitchen feels cramped, removing all or some of your upper cabinets might be the best option for you. This is a great way to open up the visual space in the room, making the the kitchen appear larger than it is. Choosing the same color for your shelves and walls can help the…

This depends on what it is that you don’t like about your kitchen. It could be poor design layout, badly matched materials, or hard to clean surfaces. If the basic bones of your kitchen are not the problem, then it’s good to start with either replacing or resurfacing your cabinets; pick a door style and…

Many homeowners dream kitchens will have a separate, walk-in pantry loaded with shelves; pull out shelves, and counterspace for all the storage. No need to shlep out to the garage for certain items! Pull out shelves make it really convenient to store and retrieve items in deep cabinets. Another thing; put the garbage and recycle…

When you are preparing for that kitchen upgrade, put some special research into finding the best backsplash for your new kitchen. There are so many options, for material, color, texture, and how much area you want to cover. When it comes to home improvements, nothing makes a kitchen stand out quite like the right backsplash.…

Upgrading or improving your kitchen is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your home. Not all kitchens were designed originally for efficiency or style. If you hate preparing food or cleaning up in your kitchen, that is a clue that it is time to upgrade that space to make it…

Imagine a clutter-free kitchen with a spot for everything; how about an appliance garage? More people increase storage space in their kitchen so they aen’t having to run out to another part of the house, like the garage, for something needed. Large pantries are high on wish lists. Whether you’re planning a complete kitchen renovation…

First thing, we all much prefer an organized kitchen, where it is easy to locate every item used in food preparation. So it goes without saying, maximize storage. But it needs to suit the way you use your kitchen. This is one of the reasons we get so many kitchen remodel requests; the previous owner…

Kitchens are basically multi-purpose rooms. Not only do they need to accommodate the cook, they also serve s a workstation for kids and adults, a gathering space for family meals and dinner parties, etc. While lighting plays a big role in setting the mood for these tasks, it’s easy to come up with a custom…

So much activity goes on in the kitchen, for some homeowners it is more convenient to have a small desk in the kitchen for bill paying, keeping household bills current, and reviewing new recipes and updating grocery lists. A small computer can be tucked into the desk and make for quick checks on those online…

What’s the key to a happy cook? It starts with an organized pantry where it’s easy to see and therefore use what is there. If it drives you crazy walking into a pantry space that is disorganized and cluttered, then maybe it is time for you to have that pantry space re-designed and upgraded. Whether…

Backsplashes are the decorative focal point of your kitchen, adding visual flair, exuding personal style, and setting teh mood for the heart of your home. But backsplashes started out life as purely functional; installed as a way to protect the wall over the stove or sink from splashes of wter, grease,a nd food spatter. Originally,…

New cabinets, countertops and backsplash will make you love your kitchen! Depending on how old and how worn your kitchen surfaces are, you may not need all of these options. Good quality cabinets can be refinished, and along with new hardware will make an amazing improvement. Pull-outs can even be installed in the existing cabinets…

The traditional kitchen has upper and lower cabinets, and sometimes, if there is an island, more cabinets under the island. All of these are great, but there is a trend to replace some upper cabinets with shelves. Shelves can make a room feel larger, as they add depth to a kitchen. One can show off…

It’s not unusual for homeowners to be somewhat unsatisfied with their kitchen, but not sure how to make it better. After all, it’s not cheap to upgrade and one wants to be sure they do all the right things to make it “just right” for the foreseeable future. It’s hard to go wrong with sticking…

There’s no doubt that kitchen islands add more storage and counterspace to your kitchen. They also provide a congenial seating/ eating area where family can talk while preparing meals, doing homework, and just getting caught up on the day. Ideally, a kitchen island should have 42 inches of walking and working space on each side,…

Do you have enough space in your kitchen to store food items and small appliances? Of course you don’t! If you are ready to have that pantry built for your storage needs, here are some ideas: A small addition to expand the kitchen out, and use some of the space for a pantry, works the…

Kitchens can always use more storage or more convenient, usable storage. Updating your kitchen should include adding pull outs to maximise availability of storage, and accessibility. Some kitchens actually have a lot of storage space, but it is difficult to access, due to deep and dark cabinets. It is difficult to get down on ones’…

If you have had a kitchen with annoying drawer pulls or knobs, you know what we mean. It’s no fun whacking your fingers against the drawer and maybe even breaking a nail, which can happen when your hand are wet from washing dishes! You don’t have to wait for a complete kitchen overhaul to replace…

For most of us, a cluttered kitchen is an unhappy kitchen!  It is hard to clean, difficult to find what you are searching for, and not enough counterspace to do meal prep. So what can you do? You will be happy to know that there are a wide variety of products available to create clutter…