A drawer is a good indicator of a cabinet’s quality. Better drawers are made with plywood or solid wood and their pieces are assembled with strong joints, such as dovetail, dowel or rabbet joints. Avoid drawers that were put together with staples. Also, four-sided drawers, with the drawer front attached to the front side, are […]
These days, laminate countertops have an undeserved reputation as the stuff you settle for if you can’t afford solid-surfacing or natural stone. lt’s true that at just £15 to £50 per linear foot, even a good laminate is easy on your budget, but laminates have far more going for them than price. They’re hard-wearing and […]
The easiest and cheapest way to buy a laminate countertop is to pick one out at a kitchen showroom. The ready – made counters you’ll find there are typically postformed – this means that the backsplash, counter and rounded front apron are all formed from one piece. Although ready-made countertops cost the least (about £15 […]
Ceramic kitchen tiles are a popular choice for countertops and backsplashes for a few good reasons. It’s available in a vast range of sizes, styles and colors; it’s durable and can be repaired, and some tile-not all-is reasonably priced. Tiling is also relatively easy to install, and many homeowners learn how to do it themselves […]
Solid Surfacing If you select solid surfacing for your countertops, you can also install a sink of the same material. This approach offers a sleek, stylish look and a durable, easy-to-clean sink. lts biggest disadvantage is the cost; it can add as much as £700 to the price of your countertops. Also, don’t expect to […]
Buying new appliances can be one of the most satisfying phases of a remodeling project, but it requires a fair amount of time and attention. Each type of appliance is available in an almost startling variety of types, styles and shapes; selecting the right models for your kitchen involves balancing the cost, performance, energy efficiency, […]
Ranges Ranges, which are also known as stoves, combine an oven and a cooktop in one unit. Since a range often costs less and takes up less space than two separate units, it’s a good option if your budget or space are limited. The first step in buying a new range is deciding what best […]
All types of ranges come in a variety of configurations: free- standing, slide-in and drop-in. Freestanding ranges have finished side panels, so one or both sides can be exposed. Slide-in ranges are designed to fit into the space between two base cabinets, and so have unfinished sides. Drop-in ranges fit into special cabinets that are […]
It isn’t hard to see why the microwave oven is now the most popular cooking appliance for many families. A microwave is much quicker and more efficient than a standard oven and doesn’t heat up the kitchen in summer. It’s the ideal way to defrost frozen foods, heat beverages and leftovers and prepare frozen dinners. […]
A hob in kitchens is essentially the heating element of a range packaged in a unit that fits into an opening in a countertop. Here again, you have a choice between gas and electricity, and there are advantages to each. When comparing power sources, it helps to know that gas burners are measured in Btus […]
