As we’ve often said, it’s the most important place in the house, and the heart of the home. But, after a while, even the smartest kitchen can start to look a tad tired. However, you don’t have to replace the whole room. Instead, try these budget-friendly ideas for refreshing this part of your home. That […]
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Jun
Jun
Wood floor polish adds a protective finish to your flooring or other hardwood product, and helps to repel stains and spillages while preventing scuffs and scratches and reducing the potentially damaging impact of wear and tear. Polishing adds sheen, and can also help to fill tiny scratches, making them less visible to the human eye. […]
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Jun
Jun
The practice of spring cleaning dates back to a time when open fires heated homes and there was minimal ventilation, so that heat didn’t escape. Inevitably, this created vast amounts of dust and soot. But as the weather warmed, a house would be opened up and the accumulated dirt cleaned. There are other traditions of […]
08
Jun
Jun
Staining a real hardwood floor gives it shine, depth and warmth while enhancing your room’s overall appearance. However, if you don’t handle the process correctly, you won’t achieve the desired effect. While it may sound obvious, it’s worth remembering that staining isn’t the same as finishing. It colours a floor, enhancing or altering the shade […]
03
Jun
Jun
A recent study shows that nearly half (44%) of UK adults feel envious of other people’s kitchens. Meanwhile, two-thirds admit their own is not the ‘dream’ space they’d love to have. Electrical appliance giant Beko commissioned the research. It found that almost one in five (18%) used their kitchen to entertain in. This means the […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to disinfect and polish a granite kitchen countertop
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May
May
It may (thankfully) already be a memory, but the Covid-19 pandemic has made everyone more conscious of hygiene, not least in the kitchen. Yet, viral diseases aside, keeping kitchen worktops in a condition so pristine that they’re clean enough to eat off is never a bad idea. Granite countertops typically come sealed. But that doesn’t […]
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Apr
Apr
One householder who painted her granite kitchen worktops and then posted the results online faced a strong backlash for doing so. TikTok user Nicole said that she took action as she reckoned her countertops looked ‘too busy’. Having bought a kit to redo the epoxy surface, Nicole used three coats to cover up the stone […]
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Mar
Mar
Marble tiles add a huge dollop of elegance and luxury to any space. But, as with any other material, you may find it hard to keep the grouting spick and span in your bathroom or kitchen if you have marble tiling. And unsightly flecks of dirt can cling to this sealant. Meanwhile, some fitters use […]
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Mar
Mar
It’s hardly surprising that limestone hearths are in such high demand. After all, fireplaces make a focal point as the heart of the home, and one in this lovely natural stone is a genuine investment piece. It can reflect your personality and personal style. (And in fact this material has been used in this way […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, Worktop
How much overhang my kitchen countertop may have?
11
Mar
Mar
If you’re overhauling your kitchen, there are a few key decisions you’ll need to make. These are likely to include thinking about your countertops. And nitty-gritty details will include the size of their overhang. In fact, this can affect your kitchen and its efficiency, plus the functionality of your worktops, so it’s more of an […]