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Kitchen Layout
In kitchens with one primary chef, a U-shaped kitchen that keeps stovetop and sink in close proximity is often best. ... |
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Kitchen Lighting
Lighting design is an important part of any kitchen. A single overhead fixture can make a room seem flat. You want to try and ... |
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Kitchen Tool Drawer
You can save time around the house by having a few basic tools stashed in a kitchen drawer. Here are some of the most popular ... |
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Kitchen Traffic
Arrange appliances so foot traffic does not interfere with the cook's work. Keep the refrigerator accessible to kids while ... |
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Laminate Countertop Repair
Laminate countertops can be repaired and resurfaced at a fraction of the cost of replacement. The cracks and burns are ... |
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Laying Tile
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
While many people consider laying tile a do-it-yourself project for money-saving ... |
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Leaky Faucets
Repair leaky faucets promptly; a leaky faucet wastes gallons of water in a short period. |
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Low-Flow Aerators
Add low-flow aerators to threaded faucets in sinks. These inexpensive devices reduce flow rates while maintaining enough force ... |
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Microwave Safety
Here's another great tip from BobVila.com.
Microwave ovens are one of those household technologies most of us use a lot but ... |
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Microwave Savings
Whenever possible, use your microwave instead of the oven. Microwaves use less than half the power of a conventional oven and ... |
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Moisture Control
Look for a refrigerator with automatic moisture control. Models with this feature have been engineered to prevent moisture ... |
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New Kitchen
One of the best ways to increase the value of your home is to remodel and update the kitchen. With a minimum of effort and ... |
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No Rinse Plates
Scrape, don't rinse, off large food pieces and bones. Soaking or prewashing is generally only recommended in cases of ... |
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On Demand Hot Water
On demand electric water heaters are installed under a kitchen or bathroom sink to provide instant hot water only when needed. ... |
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Plug Precautions
When working near a sink or bathtub always put the plug in. This will prevent any dropped screws from entering the hole. |
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Preventing Mold
Because today's new houses are built to allow less air infiltration than older homes, mold growth has become a concern. ... |
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Refrigerator Choices
Refrigerators with the freezer on top are more efficient than those with freezers on the side.
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Refrigerator Position
Position your refrigerator away from sunny windows, hot water heaters, warm air from heating ducts, radiators, stoves and ... |
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Refrigerator Rust
If a freezer or refrigerator is prone to condinsation on the outside, protect the outer surface by rubbing it with silicone ... |
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Refrigerator Scratches
Cover a scratch on a refrigerator or freezer door with enamel paint. First, clean with detergent and wipe dry with a clean ... |
