In bathrooms, a vanity unit essentially does away with the standard pedestal to combine storage with a washbasin. And you’ll find a wealth of colour, finish and style options from which to take your pick. What are the benefits of a bathroom vanity unit? It makes sense to combine a sink with a cupboard. After […]
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A leading interior designer has used an interview with a national newspaper’s website to urge homeowners to avoid one common error concerning kitchen worktops. (They also expressed their views on social media. And their post garnered nearly 75,000 views.) The designer, CEO and creative director has revealed that if you want an elegant, classy-looking space, […]
As we pass the halfway mark of 2023, we thought it’d be a good time to look at some popular kitchen design trends for the year. We hope these ideas for sustainable materials, colours and storage options provide inspiration; they’re set to remain sought-after as we move into the second half of the year. Sustainable […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The kitchen sink is the heart of the room that, in turn, is the heart of your home. So it’s worth choosing one that matches and enhances this space’s overall style and feel. Clearly, you’ll need to think about size, taps and more. But one of the key decisions to make if you’re replacing your […]
The latest kitchen designs are aimed at creating gentler, more comfortable spaces, and at standing the test of time. There seems to be a stronger focus on natural materials, and colours which nature has inspired, such as sage green. At the same time, there’s a greater sense of kitchens as extra living spaces in which […]