The key element to any contemporary kitchen nowadays is the Island Unit - and quite right to. They look great, offer additional work space and give a focal point for the family to coalesce.
Some key tips for those looking to integrate a kitchen island unit:
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Posted by Bob Bulmer on Thu 8th May 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Kitchen
I recently saw “The New England Kitchen by Mark Wilkinson” advertised in a magazine.
I have never used this company or heard of them before, but I was struck by this beautiful example they promote on their web site:
For a slick, spacious and contemporary kitchen - this sets the benchmark. To be honest, it kind of rekindled the creative juices for my own kitchen.
So, well done Mark Wilkinson - you’ve inspired me and probably many others.
Posted by Bob Bulmer on Wed 7th May 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Kitchen
By far and away the most durable and cheapest of the natural stone worktops is granite. It can come in neutral and dark colours which will suit most kitchen styles.
Other natural stone worktops to consider are Limestone which is great, but porous and Italian Basalt which is considered by many to be the finest worktop material available.
Natural stone does have good points and bad points - here are some to chew over before you dive in:
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Posted by Bob Bulmer on Tue 6th May 2008 at 02:06 PM, Filed in Kitchen
Timber worktops can be a delight visually and affordable to boot..
Oak, Cherry, Walnut and Maple are regarded as the most popular choices. Beech can also be a very effective timber choice - plus it’s comparatively cheap.
Timber worktops tend to be relatively lightweight and age well. Scratches and marks can be sanded away. However, if left, the timber can begin to look tatty and worn. To ensure good condition, give the worktop a coat of oil every three months - this should maintain a good level of water protection.
A real plus for timber worktops is that they can be easily shaped to fit unusual unit styles.
Posted by Bob Bulmer on Fri 2nd May 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Appliances, Kitchen
I think most us aspire to furnishing our kitchen with the ultimate in fridge freezer technology. The AEG Electrolux S75598kg is that ultimate fridge freezer.
To Buy American Fridge Freezer technology gives a kitchen an added bow to the string, but what about a fridge freezer that has it’s very own wine cooler cabinet built in. That’s the added USP of the AEG Electrolux.
It’s a fine American Fridge Freezer, but the added 39 bottle wine cooler elevates it to another level.
