While kitchen trends come and go, from shabby chic to an industrial look, there are two styles that are here to stay. Contemporary and classic are the two design camps that kitchens usually fall into. One is modern, of-the-moment, sleek, streamlined and fuss-free. The other is more traditional with finer details and, usually, more of a mix of materials.
Contrary to what many people still believe, using a dishwasher is much more water and energy efficient than washing-up by hand. According to the Energy Saving Trust, hand washing dishes uses around 4% of a household’s water while a dishwasher only uses 1%, which means that those on a water meter will save money if they switch to a dishwasher.
One of the quickest and easiest ways to update the kitchen is to splash out on some brand-new small appliances to add wow factor to worksurfaces. While it may not be realistic to update the cabinetry colour or style every few years, it is possible to give the kitchen a fresh new look in no time simply by swapping an old, outdated kettle and toaster for a brand-new co-ordinated set instead.
It’s all very well swooning over the large open-plan kitchens with generously sized appliances that we see online and in magazines. But in reality, many of us have the challenge of kitting out a more compact space. It may be that you have a period property with separate kitchen and dining room, a new-build with a small kitchen layout or a city centre apartment with an open kitchen-living area that needs space-saving solutions.
Now that summer is officially here, it’s time to start planning that long overdue get-together with family and friends. It may not be barbecue season every day, as we can never rely on the great British weather to supply the sunshine. But that doesn’t matter when you have a Rangemaster range cooker at your service. With so many models to choose from in a range of different styles, each design brings professional-style cooking to your kitchen and alfresco dining.
Now that summer has officially started, we can look forward to alfresco dining, barbecues on the patio and maybe even entertaining family and friends indoors too. When it comes to serving up a glass or two of wine, having a dedicated wine cabinet makes things a whole lot easier. Wine is chilled to perfection and preserved in optimum condition. So whether you and your guests are connoisseurs of a good white, red or rosé, you can rest assured it will taste sublime.
Whether you’re planning a whole new kitchen or simply updating the heart of your home, it’s always an exciting time to choose new appliances, especially with so many sizes and options available. Before you start selecting your must-have tools, you need to know about an important change to energy labels and ratings that will help you choose the perfect set-up for your new kitchen.
We’re all optimistic that this year is going to be a lot better than last and with the UK currently in its third lockdown, now is the perfect time to start planning that dream kitchen.
When it comes to kitting out the kitchen with new appliances, one of the hardest working is the humble hob. If you’re not replacing or renewing a range cooker with hob top, a separate built-in hob is the perfect solution to creating a streamlined look packed with practical features.
Whether you’re planning a whole new kitchen project or you just want to update a tired scheme, swapping your current sink for something swish and new is just the thing. There was once a time when choosing a new model simply meant updating one stainless steel design for another but today there are so many wonderfully attractive sinks to take your pick from, in all manner of materials, colours and finishes.
