Tag: kitchen
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Restyling a room with one simple trick: Painting the tiles
Are you looking for a simple and inexpensive way to transform your kitchen or bathroom without the hassle of a full refit? If so, then painting over tiles is the quick and budget-friendly way to completely restyle a space for incredible results. There are a few things you need to consider when painting tiles to…
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Modern kitchen design inspiration
If you’ve been spending more time at home and that’s got you feeling like freshening up your space, or if you’re moving house, you might be looking for some modern interior design inspiration. When you’re rethinking your living space, the best place to start is with the kitchen – the multi-purpose room and the heart…
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Five tips for getting your kitchen ready for Pancake Day
Shrove Tuesday was traditionally the day where rich foods were used up before lent, with the origins of pancake-eating being part Christian and part Pagan. It has evolved into the day where we dig the plastic squeezy lemon out of the cupboard, try our hand at flipping and argue about whether syrup or citrus makes…
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Kitchen island alternatives for when you’re short on space
If you’ve got your heart set on an island workstation but the space in your kitchen is lacking, there are plenty of ways to add extra worktop room or a place for casual meals. Here are just a few ideas: Put in a peninsula When creating more floorspace for an island isn’t an option, peninsulas…
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How to plan an upstairs kitchen
Walking up a floor to cook dinner might seem like an odd concept but siting your kitchen elsewhere than downstairs can be a smart fix for an awkward property and take advantage of a striking location. Make the most of the views Many a house has been sold on the beautiful vista it looks out…
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Why your next kitchen should be a Shaker
I’ve always thought of a Shaker-style kitchen as being the design equivalent of the little black dress. It’s simple, understated and yet, for all that, enduringly elegant. Much like the dress, it’s also incredibly versatile and able to look just as good stripped of all details as it does when accessorised with a cornice, chunky…
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4 Reasons to Love Kitchen Islands
Kitchen trends come and go but one that’s been popular for years, and shows no sign of fading, is the kitchen island. The design might vary from scheme to scheme but the elements that give it across the board appeal remain the same. Even if your room is on the compact size, it’s worth making…
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Smart kitchen solutions for wine and drinks
Summer’s a great time to get together with friends and entertain. For most of us, that involves a refreshing glass of fizz or glass of red at the perfect temperature. However, finding room in the fridge can be tricky when it’s usually taken up with the weekly groceries. Rather than cramming bottles onto a crowded…
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Scandinavian Style Kitchen Ideas
Now more than ever, if you’re investing in a kitchen you want it to last for years to come. This doesn’t just mean that it’s well built and durable – it also applies to the style that you choose. Fresh, modern, yet with classic charm that will look as good today as it will in…