With all the news in the media about global warming and the economy still trying to recover, everyone is trying to find ways to save money and go greener. One way to contribute is in the kitchen, and it’s easy to be green in the kitchen. Reduce the amount of meat and poultry you eat.… Continue reading
Category: Home Kitchen
Tips to protect your granite from cracking and sagging – there is a simple solution
Granite and other heavy stone or surfaces will crack and warp if not protected. You may think that a surface like granite is strong and doesn’t need protection against cracking or warping, but you’ll find that if it’s not properly protected, you’ll need a very expensive repair or replacement of your granite. Granite is the… Continue reading
Get a Handle on Cabinet Hardware Installation
Now that you’ve chosen your dream hardware, you just need to install it to finish the look of your cabinets. If you’ve never installed hardware before, you may be intimidated by the idea of using a level or marking the correct places for placement; you may be particularly intimidated by the idea of using the… Continue reading
Manufactured Cabinet Styles & Colors & Extras – Details
Not all cabinets for the house are created equal. Different cabinetmakers have different layout designs. Hinges supplied by cabinetmakers come in many designs and colors. The different types are the Half-Turn Hinge, Bolt-On Concealed Hinge Cup, Compact Bolt-On Face Frasme Concealed Hinge, Recessed Hinge, Overlapping Knife Hinge, Overlapping Hinge, and Wrapped Dowled Concealed Hinge Cup.… Continue reading
How to Sell Your House on Craigslist: Step-by-Step Instructions
With the advent of the internet comes the advent of great free advertising tools and Craigslist is one of them. For those who don’t know, Craigslist is a free online classifieds website used to buy and sell a variety of items. One area that has seen great success on Craigslist has been with real estate… Continue reading
Living your kitchen – Stylish kitchen range hoods
Probably one of the most essential kitchen appliances in the modern age is the range hood; however, its importance is almost always diverted towards the peripherals. Putting an extractor hood in your kitchen can increase the value of your home – an impressive kitchen hood can be a remarkable centerpiece that people first notice when… Continue reading
Architects’ Home Improvement Techniques for Your Next Interior Design Project
Home improvement can certainly be an important aspect of the way you live because you’re personalizing your home. You have to do a thorough investigation so you don’t find yourself losing a huge amount of money or possibly even hurting yourself or your family. Here are some helpful tips that can help you start the… Continue reading
Correct way to harvest chives without killing the herb plant
I wanted to share this “harvest trivia” fact about chives: garlic and regular. During HerbFest I’ve noticed that when I talk about “cutting scallions” many people are surprised to learn that scallions should not be cut from the top but rather from the bottom of the base of the plant. Let’s say you’re making a… Continue reading
Rustic Country Decor: How To Decorate Cottage Style Homes
Rustic country decor and how to decorate cottage-style homes are extensions of American country decor. Also, the traditions are borrowed from French, English and some looks from Swedish countries. Rustic country decor can be defined as rough-hewn, charmingly simple, unassuming, unfinished, and yet endearing qualities. Rustic country decor includes the use of natural woods, aged… Continue reading
Kitchen flooring options to fit any budget
The kitchen floor remains one of the most used areas of any home. This is where homeowners choose to store their food, dining utensils, cookware, and the like. Some may even choose to entertain guests in the kitchen. With the variety of uses, your kitchen flooring needs to be both durable and visually stunning. Here… Continue reading