For the last 10 years, the most in demand kitchen colour has been white, closely followed by cream.  However in the last 5 years things have changed with the emergence in the popularity of grey kitchens. five years ago there was a big growth in the demand for grey kitchens, particularly from people looking for […]

Want a worktop that looks identical to natural stone but is as tough as quartz worktops? It’s always difficult to decide between having a natural stone (granite) or quartz worktop. Being 100% natural, each piece of granite is truly unique & looks stunning in any kitchen. However, granite has it’s drawbacks. Due to it’s porosity […]

Want the flexibility of a double oven but only have space for a single? No problem – There are now standard size single ovens available that offer the same flexibility as a double oven. Hotpoint’s ‘Openspace’ range of ovens not only benefit from a massive 70 litre capacity (20% more space than a standard single […]

Want space for large oven trays? If you want a kitchen sink large enough to fit large oven trays, go for a large single bowl. This is sometimes called a 105 bowl. The Carron Phoenix Tetra 105, Astracast 4054 & Rangemaster Atlantic Kube 700 (all pictured below) are all examples of large single bowl sinks. […]

As beautiful as kitchen curves look, they don’t come without their disadvantages. Unfortunately retailers can sometimes forget to mention these to customers. This is why I have written this blog. Advantages of kitchen curves They create a softer warmer feel to a kitchen The absence of sharp corners creates a much softer and warmer feel […]

‘Modern Classics’ Classical kitchens with a modern twist If the idea of a modern kitchen appeals but you’re concerned it may clash with your traditional style home, why not consider a classical kitchen with a modern twist? – A ‘Modern Classic’  Below are a several examples of  ‘Modern Classics’   Our FREE service finds you […]

To ensure you’re getting the best deal when buying a kitchen, it’s important to take into account quality. Just like cars, kitchens vary in quality. However, comparing the quality is easier said than done. Once you’ve visited several retailers, you’ll probably think that all of the kitchens you’ve seen are the same. Therefore, how can […]

Top 3 kitchen colours for 2013   Earthy Colours Earthy kitchen colours for 2013 will continue to grow in popularity. Differing shades of green & brown like taupe, stone, olive & cream will be the most called for. Grey After white & cream, grey is now the 3rd most requested kitchen colour for 2013. This […]

Are induction hobs really better than gas hobs? Before discussing the merits of induction hobs, it’s worth explaining how they work: Induction hobs use electromagnetism. Electricity is passed through a copper coil magnet which creates electromagnetic energy. This energy passes through the glass directly to the pan, producing a current. This current in turn releases […]

Choose less feature rich appliances One of the easiest ways to save a lot of money when buying your kitchen is to choose basic appliances. The only differences between a basic £350 Neff or AEG single oven & a top of the range £1,000 Neff or AEG single oven will be the features, the build […]