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The kitchen may be the only room in the house where it can sometimes feel like you can spend as much time cleaning as cooking. Yet keeping a clean kitchen is as much about the kitchen design as it is the efforts of the chef. Kitchen design trends tend to run on a twenty-year cycle, …
Burn injuries continue to be one of the leading causes of unintentional death and injury in the United States, according to the American Burn Association. The primary causes of burn injuries include fire-flames, scalds, contact with hot objects, as well as electrical and chemical burns. Even worse, three of every five home fire deaths result …
Ample kitchen lighting, whether artificial or natural, makes cooking and other tasks much easier and also creates a warm, inviting space. Kitchens require three types of lighting: ambient, task, and accent. Learn the keys to good kitchen lighting design.
Tips for cheap and easy kitchen remodeling projects. Find out how major kitchen renovations like cabinet hardware and door hardware can be completed on a small budget.
Renowned for value and durability, laminate countertops are a great choice for any kitchen. If yours are scratched, don’t panic. Gouges can easily be fixed with seam filler in a few easy steps. If the edges of your laminate countertops are damaged, heat will reactivate the contact cement used to attach them. Just set a …
If we had to name a project that can really change the look of a kitchen, or even a bath, replacing the countertop would be high …
Upgrading your kitchen is an investment that can pay off in multiple ways. Not only can homeowners recoup a decent amount of …
Today, more of us than ever before are taking on projects to improve our living spaces. For seasoned weekend warriors and …
Did you know that unattended cooking is the #1 cause of home fires and fire injuries in the nation? It is, and that's according …
You walk into the kitchen to prepare a baby bottle, but your hands are already full holding your little one. With just a few …
Whether you’re planning a kitchen overhaul or a partial redesign, it’s not hard to create an eco-friendly kitchen for healthier …
I have extremely greasy smoke-stained cabinets (previous owners were smokers). I have tried every cabinet cleaner on them …
The kitchen counter is easily the busiest and most used fixture of a home. From winning you over when you first stepped into …
Learn how to make the most of your kitchen cabinets and cabinet doors for savings and a fresh new look. Kitchen remodeling tips …
Find out about water filtration and its benefits, and why you should change your refrigerator water filter every six months. …
When it comes to kitchen cleanup, there’s nothing like a garbage disposal. If your trash disposal needs to be replaced, …
Style is an important consideration of a kitchen remodel, but it's just one factor. You also need to consider how your kitchen …
Get tips to solve the most common holiday emergencies like clogged drains or disposers, backed-up toilets or no electricity.
I have a problem with gaps between the exterior walls of my kitchen and bathroom, and countertops. The wall seems to be …
Complete kitchen remodels can cost tens of thousands of dollars, with $20,000 representing an average price tag for a 200 square …
I had my cabinets refaced about 8 years ago and now the glue has come loose. I’ve talked with new cabinet refacing …
I am putting butcher block in for the bar top and countertops. What do you recommend as a sealer?
I’m a first time home buyer. I am going to purchase a home that needs some TLC, especially in the kitchen. Should I …
We currently have an old electric stove and we are not sure if we should add a gas line and put in a gas stove. Would there …
A fan is an essential part of your range hood. If yours isn’t working properly, the motor may be to blame. Equipped with some …
A sleek new countertop stove is a quick DIY upgrade that can instantly boost the look and feel of any kitchen. How much you …
How to Replace a Kitchen Sink If your kitchen sink has seen better days, you don’t have to call a pro to replace a kitchen sink. …
There is nothing like a well-designed backsplash to liven up your kitchen. Believe it or not, even on a tight budget, it’s an …
Under cabinet lighting can really brighten up a dark spot in your kitchen, and with this kit, installation is a breeze. STEP ONE …
