If your kitchen is like ours, it is probably overflowing with different shapes and sizes of cutting boards. Are you wondering if there is a better way to organize and make meal prep easier? Sure there is! Whether you use it to slice and dice vegetables or to cut meat, having the correct cutting board …
Floating kitchen cabinets and shelves is a great kitchen trend that many people are jumping on, remodeling their kitchen to fit their wants, needs, and ultimate vision. You can do this too but, before you do, getting a good idea of these styles and designs is a must! It is important to know exactly what …
Did you know that there are so many different types of spoons? I didn’t! Just like how there are different types of forks or knives, spoons have been made in different ways to best fit their purpose and make life easier for you, me – all of us. Don’t believe me? Just you wait! After …
If you are in the planning stages of a kitchen remodel, you know how important it is to get the cabinet layout right. It’s easy to get caught up in choosing the door style and color, but placement and cabinet height are just as important. Most cabinets are installed in a straight line, but another …
When I first began my search for a home, one of my top priorities was a walk-in pantry. As someone who loves to cook, garden, preserve food, raise livestock, stockpile staple ingredients, and of course, cook- having a large pantry was important to me. When I wasn’t browsing homes for sale, I was looking everywhere …
Are you a wine lover expanding your wine collection and educating yourself on all things wine? Or perhaps you are one of the many casual wine drinkers who just want to get it right when serving guests. Either way, knowing more about the types of wine glasses will only make you more confident at your …
You’ve definitely found yourself reading this article because you’re struggling with a long and narrow kitchen at home, and maybe you’re just an inch from giving up. A word of advice? Don’t. Don’t give up! There is a way to turn your narrow kitchen into something that you can enjoy and be proud of. Things …
You can create an organic, natural, outdoors feel in any room of your home by using marble for countertops and tabletops. The green-colored family creates visions of grasses, trees, shrubs, and flowers. Marble, as a natural element, furthers this connection to nature. You’re not stuck with the green marble pictured in the brochure at the …
Have you ever wondered, ‘How do I know what my countertop is made of?’ Counters can be made of a wide variety of materials, from natural stone and wood to manmade laminates. The quickest way to figure out what your countertops are made of is to think back to when they were installed. As a …
If you’re unsure of whether adding gloss finishes to your kitchen’s looks is a good fit for the Scandinavian design, keep reading our post. It’s definitely no overstatement to say that Scandinavian-inspired kitchens can be spectacular places. Traditionally characterized by glowing white and layered wood shells and cabinetry, highlighting a clearly defined and functional working …
White cabinets and other colored ones are the first step towards creating the perfect kitchen. Adding the right kind of quartz countertops is what seals the deal. But, what quartz looks good with white cabinets, or any of our other favorite cabinets? As a whole, white is the most ideal color quartz countertops to choose for …
You probably have quite a few canned items in your pantry if you look around your house. Perhaps you even can your own vegetables. Canning food is a great way to store perishable food so that it does not expire quickly. However, one of the most frustrating aspects of canned food is opening the can. …
White countertops are such a popular, beautiful choice for almost any style of kitchen or bathroom. It creates such a clean and simple yet elegant look and can help open up and brighten any space. It is important to keep them nice and clean and stain free to keep them looking their best. For regular …
One of the most essential parts of my kitchen is my kitchen cabinets. So much so I pay attention to the types of kitchen cabinets I see when I visit other people’s houses. I always seem to find something new or unexpected. There are so many different types of cabinets, and some I would never …
Farmhouse sinks have soared in popularity over recent years. Love or hate them, they’re pretty much everywhere. But if you’re not into the farmhouse style or see how apron sinks are practical, you may be wondering why people love them so much. Farmhouse sinks are popular because of their durability, deep basins, ergonomic design, large …
We have all been there. You’ve been living in your home for the past 5-10 years and if you are being honest with yourself, you are starting to get bored of certain things. Then one morning you wake up, walk into the kitchen, and decide that you want to change something. And like any person …
Granite is well-known for its durability against stains and easy-to-clean surface. It is available in many patterns and colors, making it a popular choice for countertops in kitchens and bathrooms. Still, you may be wondering can certain items stain granite countertops? As a whole, granite countertop is impervious to most stains, but substances such as …
Quartz and Marble are two popular countertop choices for a good reason! They are stunning to look at it, and their beauty makes the kitchen look and feel luxurious. But which one is better and how do you choose? Our guide will break down everything you need to know to make an informed choice between …
Every home cook has gone into a panic when they accidentally pull a piping hot pan straight out of the oven and quickly have to decide where to put it down. Quartz countertops are heat resistant, but does that mean they are a safe place to put hot pans? We have the answers to all …
You’re gazing at your beautiful quartz countertops in admiration, but still can’t help but wonder about their durability? Could those countertop cracks you’ve been secretly dreading eventually become a cause of concern? Because nobody wants to be subject to those common eyesores that blemish a pristine quartz counter. You may have already noticed a crack …