Is your kitchen a headache for you? Thinking on a style upgrade? Many people want to make their kitchens more comfortable to be in, but don’t have the first clue where to start. Here’s a few ideas. Hide your garbage can – One of the first projects that you can undertake is moving your kitchen garbage can to an out-of-sight place, like under your sink. This is a simple project that you can undertake yourself, and will help simplify your kitchen’s look, on top of increasing your floor space. You can also take this as an opportunity to consider whether or not you’d like to try your hand at going green. Consider making a separate hidden bin under your sink for recycling. Under-cabinet lighting – Under-cabinet lighting is an easy way to add some ambiance to your kitchen. You can install strip-lighting under your cabinets yourself, or hire a contractor to install a few. This will serve to highlight certain aspects of your kitchen, which can’t really be done by relying solely on overhead lighting. Tile backsplash – Installing tile in the area between your cabinets and cupboards will make cleanup nice and easy, while adding a bit more style to your kitchen. Solid surface countertops – This is one of the big remodels, but it is also one of the most beneficial. If you live in a home with laminate countertops, then it may be time to consider upgrading to something a little more style-conscious and useful, like granite or marble. For more ideas, visit http://www.houzz.com/photos/kitchen.]]>
A Facelift for Your Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchens sell houses. So having a great looking kitchen is important if you are thinking of putting your home on the market or maybe you just need a fresh new look. Cabinets are one of the biggest expenses in a kitchen remodel but with a little elbow grease and creativity, you can update your kitchen cabinets without going through the hassle of an entire remodel. Here are some tips on how to make your kitchen look like new with a cabinet facelift. Give the wood a Good Cleaning You will be surprised what a good scrubbing can do. Heat, water, grease and food residue all take a serious toll on your cabinets.
Modern Kitchens could be to Blame for Weight Gain
If you have been packing on the pounds it may be your kitchen that is to blame. New research has shown that it could be your kitchen making you gain weight. Here are some tips on how to keep your kitchen from contributing to a growing waistline. No Media The TV in the kitchen is now a media snack station. Parking yourself in front of the TV with food all around you makes snack time a lot easier. Computers in the kitchen can also lead to mindless munching and web surfing. It’s too easy to grab a bite when all the food is within arm’s reach. Stand Up Who doesn’t love an island prep station? But all the handy seating around the island is an invitation to linger over snacks. So lose all the stools to help resist temptation to gather in the kitchen. Open Invitation The so-called great room isn’t so great for your weight. Combination living/kitchen areas make your kitchen the focal point of the home. Add a few partition walls or screens to keep the fridge and cabinets out of sight when relaxing, and watching TV in the living room. Skimp on Storage Pantries, large cabinets are so appealing and offer a great place to stockpile food. They also offer lots of temptation. Too many trips to bargain bulk stores will have your storage full in no time and also create a mentality of surplus. More is always more especially when it comes to food.]]>