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You know the saying "out of sight, out of mind. " Well, when it comes to your oven's interior, it's "out of sight, an...
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, then the sink is the heart of the kitchen. From meal prep to clean up, you spend a good amount of time near your kitchen ...
When you’re starting out in a new home or renovating the kitchen in your current one, the time may come when you must...
Once a purely practical feature to guard against everyday spills and splatters, brick backsplashes are now desirable ...
Subway tile made its debut in the beginning of the 20th century, in the train stations of the New York City subway system. Since then, it has become a design stap...
Q: I’ve noticed an unpleasant odor coming from my dishwasher, and my usual dishwashing detergent clearly isn’t strong...
The refrigerator is a major investment and an absolute necessity. If you splurge for a high-quality model, this household staple can last as many as 10 to 15 year...
[bobsays_inset]The electricity bill comes at the end of the month. You open it (perhaps begrudgingly), pay the amount...
In the world of contemporary kitchen and bathroom design, few aesthetic innovations have stirred as much interest as ...
For homeowners who appreciate all natural ingredients and saving money on household necessities, baking soda and vine...
If you’ve got a gorgeous granite countertop and want to keep it in “show home” shape, you may need to seal it. Some c...
In any home, no matter its age or design, the kitchen always seem to serve as the hub of daily activity—a gathering s...
An outdated kitchen puts a damper on daily meal prep and entertaining, but a full-on kitchen renovation is rarely in ...
A space-smart decision for dorm rooms and tiny spaces alike, the mini fridge keeps food and beverage close at hand wi...
Whether you promptly take care of all household chores or (like the rest of us!) tend to let certain tasks slide, you probably dread particular duties that requir...
Q: I want to re-tile my floor, but I'd rather not go through the hassle of ripping up the existing flooring first. Ca...
Whether you’re caramelizing onions, simmering a sugary fruit jam, or baking homemade biscuits, your culinary masterpi...
How much are you willing to pay to add an extra dose of utility, convenience, and luxury to your space? For those who can afford to splurge, the items on this lis...
Not to scare you into ordering takeout more often, but more home fires are caused by cooking mishaps than anything el...
Behind every beloved family recipe is a secret ingredient that makes the meal taste that much better—and usually that hidden X factor is time. Rush through making...
If your kitchen or bathroom remodel wish list includes natural stone countertops, consider eco-sensitive soapstone. T...
If it ain't broke, don't fix it! That's advice that some enduring brands have taken to heart—and it's paid off. These American brands have been creating the same ...
Whether your daily drink of choice is a frothy latte, creamy hot cocoa, or an old-fashioned cup of Joe, the Keurig ca...
Beautiful, durable, easy-care quartz is among the most popular countertop materials available—but it is pricey. If yo...
No longer a solely utilitarian space, today's kitchen plays host to a range of activities beyond meal prep and casual family dining. For Joe Maykut, Product Manag...
There's no denying that the conveniences found in a modern kitchen have made cooking much easier than it was for our forebears. Slow cookers, food processors, ele...
Give your kitchen a fresh start this New Year’s by rebooting your pantry. Purging old food and getting rid of items you either don't need or no longer want will h...
The lack of storage space in small kitchens constantly forces homeowners to make sacrifices. For Reddit user averagej...
When whipping up a home-cooked meal, most people don’t give a second thought to their cookware, even though properly using and cleaning these hardworking necessit...
Hang on a second: Before you decide to take on the hassle and expense of a full-fledged kitchen renovation, consider ...
Enter any supermarket and it’s obvious that detergent is big business. Yet while the choices seem endless, today’s co...
Q. After dinner, I rinsed off the dishes in the sink like I always do, and then I flipped on the garbage disposal swi...
Most people think a slow cooker is good only for making a huge vat of chili or a warm, comforting pot of stew. Well, as it turns out, there are a lot of other use...
As the primary work surface in a room that drives the daily operation of the modern household, kitchen countertops pl...
No kitchen stove is perfect. Both gas and electric models offer advantages and disadvantages. Here are a few consider...
Sometimes, the kitchen is too small to prep a multi-course meal for friends or family. If only you had 12 square inch...
End of the year celebrations are just around the corner, and—no matter whether your plans include hosting an intimate...
Natural stone, with its rich colorations and wonderful feel, is Mother Nature’s gift to our homes. But this beautiful...
In recent years, study after study has revealed a rise in the number of renovations that take place in the kitchen. Why the kitchen, you ask? It's simple: The kit...
We commonly think of the kitchen as a comfy, cozy zone and “the heart of the house,” but according to a recent Depart...
You may think you keep a clean kitchen, but all of those nooks, crannies, and corners are perfect hiding places for bacteria and other nasty bugs. Even some seemi...
From sinks to appliances, counters to cabinet hardware, stainless steel remains a popular kitchen trend, favored for ...
Your hardworking cutting board constantly plays host to meats, veggies, and herbs. Over time, however, such unsavory ...
We've all been there: After some major grocery shopping, you're forced to play a game of fridge Tetris just to make it all fit in the icebox. The innovative compa...
Modern technology has transformed our kitchens into ultrafunctional work spaces, complete with sleek appliances and high-tech gadgets. But over the years, our foc...
More than four out of every 10 Americans use a home water treatment unit of some sort, according to the Water Quality...
Stainless steel automatically free from dirt and grime, but it's durability and beauty sure make it popular. It’s now...
In this modern age, it seems that as swiftly as new products are invented, they become outmoded, swept away by something newer, shinier, and (inevitably) more exp...
If you love classic kitchens but can’t afford a renovation, there are still plenty of ways to add retro appeal. Start...
It’s common to ignore oven spills and splatters until you can’t avoid seeing—or smelling—them on the walls, racks, an...
Most homeowners never think about maintaining their sinks—at least, not until it starts to drain agonizingly slow and...
You don’t need unlimited funds to put a stopper on overflowing kitchen cabinets. These 11 DIYs can transform even the most cluttered cupboard into an organization...
As temperatures chill, who can resist a piping-hot cup of tea? But beware! If you fall into the tea habit, over time ...
Whether integrated underneath the cabinets or suspended as a focal point over a kitchen island, the range hood is the...
Quartz. Quartzite. The names sound alike. Yet, although both of these popular countertop materials are derived from t...
At its best, a kitchen furnished with shiny stainless steel appliances and surfaces is practically the picture of pri...
Start living your most convenient life ever, with the help of some of the most clever products available today. Read on for the full list of life-hacking buys.
In most families, the kitchen is the heart of home life. It's a space for so much more than meal prep—its countertops...
When you get back from the grocery store with bags full of juicy strawberries, peaches, and cherries, your kids won’t...
Alton Brown, the Food Network chef behind Good Eats, is a man who loves his mustard. He's penned more than a dozen re...
Let’s face it: Laminate isn’t the most high-end countertop material out there, and when it starts showing signs of we...
Q: I’ve noticed that my freezer isn’t working as well as it used to. Is there any possibility of a quick fix instead ...
In the kitchen, strong cooking smells come with the territory. Some odors are pleasant, while others leave you throwing open windows, turning on fans, or rushing ...
A small- to medium-size ceramic tiling job is a project that's well within the grasp of most DIYers. With careful mea...
Fancy yourself an at-home chef with serious skills? Then you may be interested in upgrading your cooking space to one...
If you’re craving a new DIY project, look no further than the kitchen. These 18 small kitchen ideas will help you cook up design success regardless of the dimensi...
Like most home cooks, you probably love whipping up meals but hate cleaning up afterwards. If you neglect tidying up ...
Use well-seasoned cast-iron cookware once, and chances are that you’re hooked for life. More than simply a nontoxic, ...
Often used as filler between tiles on the bathroom tub surround, kitchen backsplash, or foyer floor, grout can be a h...
When faced with the conundrum of how to unclog a garbage disposal, most people would agree the easiest solution is to...
The kitchen is the heart of the home, a place for cooking, eating, and gathering with friends and family. But oftenti...
In a groggy morning, you want that first cup of coffee to be as accessible as possible. That means mugs at the ready ...
It's an all-too-common occurrence: You pick up a fine bottle of wine to enjoy for dinner or to hand off as a hostess ...
Single-use kitchen gadgets—garlic presses, juicers, and vegetable peelers—all do their jobs exceedingly well, but eve...
No matter how hard you work to keep your kitchen and bathroom clean, they'll always look dingy if they're plagued by ...
We pack a lot of life into our kitchens—but a lot of stuff as well. Without proper storage solutions all that stuff can take over the cabinets, counters, and the ...
Short of committing to a more costly replacement of outdated kitchen storage, repainting laminate cabinets is an affo...
Every year, renovating the kitchen reigns as one of the most popular home upgrades, largely because the cooking and entertaining space plays such a central role i...
Even if you keep your bathroom tiles clean, dirty grout lines can really detract from the look of your tiled floors a...
If your New Year’s resolutions include remodeling a room or two, while you're at it you should consider replacing any...
You may not realize it, but it is possible to load your dishwasher incorrectly—and doing so could result in broken, corroded, and continuously dirty dishes. Get t...
Open shelving provides a unique opportunity to showcase your dishware (and your personality) in the kitchen. You migh...
It’s often said that we tend to neglect those nearest to us, and this is especially true of our closest cleaning conf...
These days, a lot of homeowners are trading kitchen cabinets for open shelving, and there are some great reasons why!...
While many of us think of the freezer as the home of our favorite cool treats and last-minute meals, we don't often realize the range of possibilities this undera...
Many homeowners invest in glass cooktops because their modern, flat surface makes them both easy on the eye and easy ...
When your sink or shower drain gets clogged, it's pretty easy to figure out the cause. The perp is usually a disgusti...
You know the story: After cooking a big meal—especially after doing so several times a week, for months—splattered gr...
There’s no place for tarnished silver on the holiday table, especially not when company is due for dinner. But if rem...
When it comes to kitchen backsplashes, most people assume you have to spend a lot of money to get amazing results. But these low-cost DIY projects are a testament...
The Internet didn’t create kitchen envy, but now that it's so easy to see how other people have transformed their spaces, we're all almost constantly dreaming up ...
Holiday entertaining is getting underway, and gracious hosts everywhere are busy cleaning, shopping, decorating, craf...
Think a coffee filter is only good for brewing your morning cup of joe? Think again! Disposable paper coffee filters are great multitaskers around the house, used...
Back when every meal was cooked from scratch and every dish washed by hand, kitchens had to work hard, clean up easily, and keep moods bright through long hours o...
For many Thanksgiving hosts, the holiday's fun, family, and food mark the culmination of a month-long process: dilige...
Perhaps more than any other time, the holidays bring a sense of frenetic energy to an otherwise tranquil kitchen. From Thanksgiving to Christmas and beyond, now i...
If your budget is tight but your out-of-date kitchen needs help (and quick!), take a cue from these inspiring before-and-afters. With redos to fit almost any budg...
Family and food go hand in hand this time of year, and the kitchen is generally bustling with all of the action. If y...
The holidays are full of food, family, fun—and the occasional freak-out over a stain-threatening mishap. When the turkey grease splatters or a glass of red wine s...
Cabinets play an important role in the kitchen and occupy much of its real estate, going a long way toward defining b...
Soggy sandwiches, messy leftovers, and dried-out cheeses have been a thing of the past since the 1960s, thanks to the invention of a ubiquitous kitchen staple: th...
All major appliances are subject to general wear and tear, and that means they will eventually break down and need to be replaced. But we don’t have to help them ...
With a single tiny change to the faucets in your kitchen and bathrooms, you can achieve significant savings on your w...
You use your toaster almost daily, but when was the last time you cleaned this receptacle for burnt crumbs? We have s...
To maintain a functional kitchen, organization is the order of the day. Whether you're blessed with a roomy walk-in pantry or constrained by a couple of cramped c...
No matter how you slice it, a dull knife just won’t cut it in the kitchen. Working with a blunt blade both slows dow...
Remember when your biggest problem was keeping your favorite CD from skipping? Times were simpler before iPhones, Net...
It’s an age-old quandary: You reach for a jar of pickles or tomato sauce but, try and try as you might, you cannot ge...
Bad cabinetry is like bad pizza: it has no place in anyone's kitchen. Dark, dingy, and outdated cabinetry can age an otherwise attractive kitchen. And because cab...
Drain flies, also known as moth flies, are a common nuisance in many homes. These pests live and breed inside your pl...
You'll be able to cook more comfortably in a tiny kitchen when you add in any of these easy, space-smart improvements.
To keep your home patriotic long after the fireworks have faded and your red, white, and blue decorations have been packed away, take a look at these favorites—al...
The kitchen is everyone’s favorite room, and no doubt that's the reason it’s ground zero for major messes. Maybe you already rely on vinegar and water for wiping ...
Too little storage, not enough chairs? For any sort of home furnishings conundrum, IKEA has the answers. But when it ...
A big kitchen renovation is one of the costliest (and most cost-effective) improvements you can make to your home. Perhaps you've heard the expression "kitchens s...
Hosting a summer party for family and friends is hardly a small task. Manning the grill, scrambling to set up seating...
Gone are the days of loud, inefficient dishwashers that leave your dishes only partially clean. The new generation of...
For Mat and Anna Nicholson, husband and wife with three houses' worth of DIY renovation under their belts, a tiny kit...
A well-honed blade is probably the most important tool in any kitchen. No self-respecting chef would dream of prepping a meal without a set of trusty slicers and ...
Overseeing a renovation job is similar in many ways to conducting an orchestra. If one section of the ensemble isn't ...
Bleary-eyed fumbling for that first cup of joe can lead to spills, yet despite this repeated abuse during the morning...
Fear not: Cleaning blackened, burned cookware doesn't have to mean an arm-wearying afternoon of intensive scouring. I...
As you welcome spring, bring a pop of the season into the house with a newly handmade vertical garden. This space-con...
Want something special for the kitchen? You can buy, or you can DIY. The argument for the latter? You end up with exactly what you need, which makes preparing mou...
Picture this: You put a large pot of water on the stove and within only a few minutes, the water has rolled to a boil...
When you're planning a kitchen remodel, a lot of thought and worry goes into the budget. And a hefty chunk of that budget will go to big-ticket items like the cou...
Are there always white spots on your bathroom fixtures? Does a cloudy film coat the carafe of your coffeemaker? If so...
How'd you like to cook your dinner from your desk and have a hot meal waiting for you when you get home? Sounds pretty good, and it can easily be a reality for an...
Who doesn’t love the idea of a brand-spanking-new kitchen filled with gleaming appliances, flawless cabinets and pristine countertops? Kitchen remodeling top home...
As the only home appliance to host a rotating population of mess-making foods, it's no wonder the refrigerator ranks ...
Cathy Poshusta says, "My husband and I are a couple of old-house renovation junkies. " Together, she and Garrett reno...
How did Big Chill end up manufacturing cutting-edge new kitchen appliances that look, in the best way possible, 60 ye...
There are two main types of stoves—gas and electric. Each type has its devotees, and its detractors. Which stove you ...
When Rebecca at The Crafted Sparrow had a friend move into a new home, copper accents were on the ultimate kitchen wi...
Ashley from Domestic Imperfection had her work work cut out for her when she decided to create a DIY penny countertop...
No matter how large your kitchen, there never seems to be enough room for all the cookware. Pots are bulky, shapes and sizes vary, and those pesky lids have a min...
Consider the environment within the average in-sink garbage disposal: It's cool, dark, and moist, and there's a near ...
For the latest in smart tech and push-button convenience, look no further than today's kitchens. Truly modern kitchen amenities are not only technologically savvy...
You've put it off for months, hoping the little spills and splatters inside the oven would vanish of their own accord...
Chances are that, somewhere along the line, you've had to deal with a clog in your kitchen drain. Even if you make a ...
We've all been there: It's the end of a long day, and rather than wipe up the splatters on the range, you decide the ...
Cast iron, properly cared for, can last a lifetime at least in the kitchen. Apart from cleaning your pan or skillet a...
The kitchen plays host to more appliances than any other room in the house, and the king of them all is the refrigera...
No matter the square footage of your kitchen, the perfect amount of space for storage and prep always seems just out of reach. Fortunately, nothing frees up space...
When designer Samuel Bernier found himself with an excess of pencil stubs (don't ask!), he was determined not to disc...
Installing a dishwasher may seem daunting, but with the right instructions and a little care, it can be a rewarding D...
Garbage disposals are handy household tools, but if you're not careful, they can get jammed or clogged. To keep this ...
Installing a kitchen island doesn't just enhance the look of your kitchen. It can also make meal prep a lot more enjo...
While an eight-burner range and 48-inch fridge are the stuff home entertaining dreams are made of, smaller living spaces may require some appliance compromises. B...
Kitchen cabinets are opened and closed more often than the front door is. Such frequent use—along with leakage, spill...
Butcher block counters are a perennial favorite in the kitchen, though many homeowners worry about the care and maint...
Renters don’t always have a say in the design or decor of a kitchen, and unless you have a flexible landlord, cosmetic changes are not easy to accomplish. But the...
Homemade dish soap. OK, sure. But why? For one thing, why not? But more seriously, homemade dish soap, which requires...
No matter the size of your kitchen, there never seems to be enough storage space to fit the everyday wares and specialty gadgets. Soon, you find the collection sp...
<p>Don’t live with countertops you hate. Even without the money, time, or motivation for a full-on kitchen renovation, there are several DIY ways to do-over your ...
Of all kitchen appliances, the dishwasher must rank as one of the greatest, don't you think? It's a true time-saver. ...
In nearly every kitchen remodel that involves cabinets of standard dimensions, you're left with at least one gap betw...
Spice racks, knife holders, and towel bars—there's no shortage of organizational helpers aimed at bettering one's lif...
When you're planning a dinner party, it's not long before you start picturing the pile of plates that will await you ...
On those busy nights when you're lucky to have found just 20 minutes to put toward preparing a one-pot meal, cleanup ...
Show of hands: Which one of you has just poured bacon grease right out of the pan down into the sink? Or dumped a pot’s worth of used coffee grounds down the drai...
In many households, meals start in the pantry. Whether it’s an oversize cabinet, a converted armoire, or a separate s...
If your refrigerator door doesn't open and close as it should—or if it doesn’t seal as tightly as it's supposed to—th...
Have you got a freezer full of frost? That'll happen. Fortunately, defrosting a freezer isn't as big a deal as people...
They don't make 'em like they used to. Today, the popular notion of a "dream kitchen" includes an an all-white color ...
Kitchens decorated with an eye to the past bring us back to simpler times, when cheerful colors and playful patterns dominated the domestic scene. Whether your in...
We loved Jessie's concrete countertops at Imperfectly Polished and couldn't wait to feature them. The entire project ...
Farmhouse sinks, also known as apron-front sinks, are a country kitchen staple. These distinctive vessels have an exp...
If you’re planning a kitchen remodel, one feature to consider adding is a pot filler. These handy fixtures are basica...
The American kitchen has changed quite a bit in just a few generations. Once used primarily for food prep and casual meals, the kitchen has become the hub of hous...
Over time, kitchen countertops can get cluttered with junk, which not only makes the kitchen look sloppy but also dis...
One of the most prominent fixtures in your kitchen—the cabinets—can be your quickest path to creating a whole new room. If you’re looking for a change in kitchen ...
There's no denying the convenience of the garbage disposal: It simplifies so many of the activities that take place i...
When it comes time to design your dream kitchen, remember that details can make all the difference. While big-ticket elements, such as appliances and cabinets, ar...
Banquette seating has a nostalgic charm that may remind you of your favorite diner or that cozy spot in your grandmot...
A well-stocked pantry is key to planning and preparing meals efficiently. But even if you keep loads of ingredients o...
<p>Country kitchens are one of the most cherished decorating styles in American homes—exuding a laid-back charm that gives guests the idea to pull up a chair and ...
The country kitchen is an American icon. The warm, welcoming feeling we get when we see homey gingham curtains, beade...
In many people's minds, granite means strength and resilience. But if you want to know how to clean granite counterto...
What if you could get boiling hot water with the flick of a switch or turn on your oven from outside the home? Conveniences that once seemed like science fiction ...
Counter space. No matter how big the kitchen, you hardly ever hear anyone complaining that there's too much of it. Especially in a compact kitchen, clear counters...
The best way to keep your microwave clean is to wipe it down after every use. But that doesn’t always happen—you’re i...
<p>Many homeowners dream of a kitchen with loads of workspace, lots of storage, and all the latest gadgets. But what if your kitchen is so small that you're unsur...
For many of us, the kitchen is the heart of the home—a room in which we greet the day, make important plans, and break bread with family and friends. Given the si...
There’s something so crisp and clean about a kitchen with a traditional, white porcelain enamel stove. But sometimes ...
If it's been a while since you've shopped for a new kitchen sink, prepare to be amazed by the range of designs, features, and accessories on the market. The kitch...
I love my colanders. Vintage-inspired, colorful, and enamel-coated, they work not only as strainers, but also as deco...
If you're looking to give your kitchen a facelift, look no further than the cabinets. Whether they store food, plates, appliances, or all three, cabinets often ta...
I've got some tips for you on how to laminate countertops in your kitchen. Roll on contact cement and allow it to set...
You know it's time to clean your microwave when obnoxious smells fill the kitchen every time you open the appliance d...
The brute strength of concrete has made it the go-to building material for a variety of such outdoor installations as...
Are you looking for more storage or workspace in your kitchen but are reluctant to splurge on a custom kitchen island? Here are 12 creative DIY kitchen island des...
In the kitchen, an island is surrounded on all sides not by water, but by foot traffic and day-to-day household activ...
The kitchen is the heart and soul of the home, where friends and family gather and so many memories are created. When it's time to remodel this vital space, be su...
Here are some things to think about when you want to hang kitchen cabinets. Start by hanging your upper cabinets so t...
The coming of a new year is a good time to tackle some of that household clutter, but it’s impossible to do it all at...
Ugh, is there anything worse than a dirty oven? If you use the appliance at all, chances are that baked-on grease, st...
As the manager of the kitchen department in IKEA's Paramus, NJ, location, Carol Smith is used to helping customers create their dream kitchen, even when space is ...
Here's how to dress up an old kitchen with new cabinet doors. Use a fine-grade plywood, such as birch, for the new do...
Ten beautiful kitchens employ all-white palettes to create stunning yet serene spaces.
What does a culinary pro want in his own kitchen? To find out, take a peek into these 8 home kitchens of well-known chefs.
Here's a unique way to use ceramic tile for a very unusual countertop. Just break up the tiles into random pieces, us...
A butcher block table can help make your kitchen much more efficient. Built to take a beating, butcher block doubles...
With a few simple and fun DIY projects, you can turn your kitchen into an oasis of order where everything is at your fingertips.
One out of four American homes has a second refrigerator in it, according to the Department of Energy—that’s 30 milli...
One fundamental rule applies to the installation of just about anything: If you get the first piece right, the others...
Your kitchen contains more appliances than any other room in the house. When the units are in good condition, there's...
Kitchen makeovers are among the most popular of home improvements. They can be costly—a mid-range minor kitchen remod...
Your kitchen may not be as grand as these, but in each of them we found design ideas worth emulating.
Make sure your kitchen stands out from the crowd with one of these customized countertop treatments.
Can it be that updating your kitchen changes life for the better? For Sabine Schoenberg, there's no doubt about it. "...
Today’s weather-tight homes are great for energy efficiency, but they’re not so good for indoor air quality. The grea...
Are your kitchen cabinets dated and worn? Or maybe they’re just too dark for your taste. New cabinets can be a costly...
Anyone with a kitchen that’s older than this century has probably entertained thoughts of a redo, although just menta...
Sure, white kitchens look clean and stylish, but they can lack personality. Here are ten beautiful reasons to be bold with color in your kitchen.
Want a fresh look? Need better performance from your home appliances? Waste no time in entering our GE Appliances "Bi...
No matter where you live, a Chicago apartment or a rural Montana ranch, kitchen counters see a great deal of wear and...
No matter how big your kitchen is, you never seem to have enough cabinet space. In a small kitchen where space is at ...
When you’re remodeling a kitchen on a budget, laminate is the best affordable option for countertops. Nowadays this t...
If undertaking a home improvement project can take a lot of courage, the buyer of this 1789-vintage farmhouse in Chat...
Many Americans nowadays care about making eco-friendly choices. And when it comes to countertops, engineered stone is...
Perhaps never before have there been so many enticing countertop options to fit every budget, décor, and culinary nee...
Granite. It’s the most popular natural countertop surface for kitchens and baths in America. And for good reason—it’s...
A tile backsplash adds color, personality, and function to a kitchen. Here’s how to install this relatively easy upgr...
Countertops pull double duty as a visual design element and a hardworking surface. Cost depends on materials, with pr...
Kitchen makeovers remain popular as homeowners continue to invest to create a warm, stylish, comfortable, and efficie...
The best of small kitchen design focuses on function and flow. No matter the size of the kitchen, smart appliance pla...
Kitchen designs are increasingly important; these days, the kitchen is the busiest room in most houses. Even where co...
Consumers have a great deal of choice when it comes to kitchen countertops. There are options available from moderate...
Books have been written about making kitchen cabinets—and one could be written about buying them, too. But there are ...
Busy lifestyles mean that many families are solution-driven in all they do—even renovating their kitchens. Here are s...
Thinking about doing a kitchen renovation? You're not alone. The busiest room by far in most houses is the kitchen. E...
When it comes to countertop types, there are both natural and manmade surface options choices available. The principa...
Kitchen TrendsEven as a seemingly endless stream of cooking shows, personalities, and cookbooks inspires you to take ...
Many child-safety experts believe that children should be kept out of the kitchen and that no amount of childproofing...
Obviously there’s some green stuff in your kitchen, like lettuce and broccoli. But beyond buying organic food, it’s e...
Cabinetry is commonplace in kitchens, bathrooms, and often home offices and family rooms. But while durability, style...
Call it the great cover-up. In a trend fueled by manufacturer innovations and designer imagination, appliances are th...
Choosing major kitchen appliances can be fun, but homeowners should think of family and lifestyle first. If hiring a ...
Busy lifestyles mean that many families are solution-driven. The key to contemporary design is to find a way to do it...
When it comes to turning your dream kitchen design into a reality, you may decide that working with a professional is...
There’s been a change in consumer attitude, marked by people following their own style sense, rather than the trends....
Installing base cabinets is a process that follows the basic rules of carpentry — the final results should be straigh...
Why Use Glass Tile?Glass tile brings depth, luminescence, and a liquid character to indoor, outdoor, or in-ground poo...
Find the CenterWhen you install tile, you want the finished surface to appear symmetrical, even if it isn't. To accom...
Get the lowdown on today's most popular kitchen design trends from top designers Steven La Fonte and Kate Singer.
Replacing cabinet hardware is an easy and inexpensive way to give your kitchen a little facelift. But even a quick fi...
Kitchen remodeling sits at the top of many homeowners' wish lists, and for good reason: If properly done, a renovatio...
They might have celebrity status, but there's no reason why you can't draw inspiration from their homes to give your kitchen some star power of its own.
Everyone knows the backsplash is an important element in kitchen design. What you may not know is that, considering i...
Dreaming of a breakfast nook or looking to maximize space? The answer to your kitchen seating conundrum may be a banquette.
Banquettes have a nostalgic charm about them, whether you sat at one in your grandmother's kitchen or you shared a di...
Thinking about giving your dated kitchen a new appearance? Fortunately, there is a cost-effective alternative to repl...
The sleek look of stainless steel lends sophistication to any kitchen. But keeping those surfaces gleaming takes care...
A range hood can blend quietly into your kitchen cabinetry or make a dramatic architectural statement. But whether it...
Illuminate every corner and recess of your kitchen for maximum utility and improved aesthetics.
Under-cabinet lighting can vastly improve the workability and appearance of your kitchen. For starters, under-cabinet...
One of the last things considered when shopping for kitchen cabinets is the hardware. But kitchen cabinet hardware can make a big impact on the look and feel of n...
If you’ve ever designed or remodeled a kitchen, you know there are an overwhelming number of decisions to make with r...
Formica, the colorful laminate used in American homes for generations, turns 100 this year. It was back in 1913 that ...
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Bob talks with homeowners Nick and Maggie Beasley, who are remodeling, babyproofing, and insulating their home before the baby is born.
Bob talks with Jay Martel from the International Association for Child Safety about kitchen safety products for toddlers and baby safety gates for the stairs. Bob...
Bob and architect Gregory Rochlin tour the interior of Bob's 100-year-old Shingle Style home in Cambridge, MA.
Bob reviews the progress of his western red cedar custom fence, designed to provide privacy and block the carport from the neighbors’ view.
Bob discusses installation and care of the new kitchen soapstone countertop and tours the kitchen, showing the cabinetry, storage, future mudroom, and small offic...
Tile is installed in the master bathroom’s shower area. A flashback reviews the waterproofing work that was done to prevent leaks.
Bob tours the showroom with the founder’s great-granddaughter, and then visits the factory to see how the vitreous china is manufactured.
Bob visits a Lancaster, PA, custom cabinetry factory where his kitchen cabinets are being made, then reviews plans for his kitchen layout.
Furniture maker Todd Allen builds a staircase from scratch, which will run from the basement to the kitchen, using a technique that is a couple of centuries old.
A whole-home audio system is installed, along with new appliances, including laundry machines, a freezer and fridge, and an outdoor grill.
The backyard is enhanced with a lattice-top gate, and a mudroom is converted into a kitchen pantry to provide storage space.
Scott Lawyer makes a template for a Corian kitchen countertop and installs the sink section, Andrea Johnson discuss Corian colors.
Bob meets with Jack Ballantine to discuss and install Maple kitchen cabinets.
Gam Danziger from Craftline Cabinets reviews the assembly of the contemporary Cherry kitchen cabinets being installed in the penthouse apartment.
Bob consults with the project's stone and tile specialist, who explains the process of attaching the Pietra Cardosa countertops to the Cherry Craftline island cab...
Bob surveys the interior decorating of the penthouse apartment, as well as the top-quality materials and appliances in the kitchen. Also, Bob learns about the dif...
Bob and Brad Brewster of Princeton Custom Cabinetry oversee the installation of the hanging cabinets in the new condo kitchen. Brewster lists the various features...
Ernie Wernecke of Princeton Custom Cabinetry shows Bob how to customize the vanity countertop so it fits snugly against a bulging wall.
Bob and interior decorator DD Allen visit a Miami apartment designed by Pierce Allen.
Bob meets with Dave Boniello from Simplex Industries to discuss the custom modular kitchen being built and installed at the factory.
Bob looks on as workers instal a solid-surface countertop called Zodiaq (from Dupont), which is made of natural silica, quartz, and polymer.
The butler's pantry of Elm Court has a larger footprint than some US homes.
Darcie Miller from Wellborn Cabinets is on the site of the modern Colonial project house to talk about the kitchen's design.
John Wellborn (from Wellborn Cabinets) and carpenter Paul Anderson join Bob for the kitchen cabinet installation.
Evan Zgonis of Olympia Marble and Granite gives Bob a tour of the facility where the kitchen countertops being used in the modern Colonial house are manufactured.
Evan Zgonis and the crew form Olympia Marble and Granite are installing the marble countertops in the kitchen.
Carpenter Paul Anderson joins Bob to hang corner cabinets in the kitchen of the modern Colonial project house.
Paul Anderson attaches pre-finished crown molding around the kitchen cabinets in the modern Colonial project house.
Carpenters Bob Ryley and Pat Cloutier are installing the Crown Point cabinets in the kitchen.
Kenneth Carmode of WW Wood Products joins Bob as their Sequoia cabinets are installed in the kitchen of one of the Mashpee, Massachusetts, affordable homes.
John Spellman of Cape Cod Counter Works shows Bob the installation of the shop-made laminate counters in one of the Mashpee, Massachusetts, homes.
Bob joins electrician Larry Dana in the Vermont farmhouse kitchen, as he installs the Kenmore Elite 30 self-cleaning convection oven.
Plumbing and heating contractor Doug Buchanan is ready to install the Kenmore Elite dishwasher and the Kohler Dickinson sink (with garbage disposal).
Thomas Bump of Fine Custom Cabinetry shows Bob the Maple and hardwood panel cabinets that were built specifically for the Brownstone kitchen.
Bob meets plumber Charlie Delvecchio of Cape Plumbing at the ranch-style affordable home in Mashpee, Massachusetts.
Bob visits Emma and Jacob Josselyn in their Cape Cod-style home to see the new Vermont Castings Addison cast-iron electric stove that will warm the corner of thei...
The huge space that is the kitchen of the Manhattan Brownstone has received its finishing touches. Bob tours.
Mark Van Sickle (from Merillat) installs the hardware on the cabinets destined for the kitchen in the Victorian restoration project house.
Dick Deshant (from Counter Intelligence) tells Bob about the new Silestone countertops. And while Brece Rupolt (from Northern Marble & Granite) demonstrates the t...
Bob tours the exterior of the completed Victorian restoration project house, remarking on the color scheme, breezeway, and artist's studio. Inside the house, Bob ...
John Tasker (from Aristokraft) shows Bob the kitchen cabinets being used in the project, and contractor Sam Cousins goes over the installation process.
Carpenter Bob Ryley meets Steve Wilkinson in the kitchen to install the Corian countertops, and Bob talks with Ren Anderson (from the National Renewable Energy La...
Bob takes a look at the rear side, and kitchen, of the Habitat for Humanity Blitz Build project house in Yonkers, NY.
Bob observes, and assists with, the installation of Cherry cabinets, a Northland refrigerator, and a wine storage system.
Bob and Roxane Gilmore continue touring the governor's mansion in Richmond, VA. After enjoying the highlights of the dining room, the discussion turns to the kitc...
Peter Dolan (from the Atlas Elevator Company) and Chuck Bailey (from the Virginia Elevator Company) put in the brand-new dumbwaiter.
Executive Chef Mark Herndon shows Bob around the newly remodeled basement kitchen of the Virginia governor's mansion.
Bob peeks into the "first kitchen", the kitchen in the first family's private living quarters. Todd Graves (from GE) shows Bob the Halogen oven.
Bob tours the finished restoration of the historic sections of the Virginia governor's mansion.
Bob touches base with Eddie Zywusko, the mason and tilesetter, working in the loft apartment's L-shaped shower.
Bob checks in with Greg Rockland, the plumber installing a marble countertop in the loft conversion unit.
Bob visits a stainless steel fabrication shop to see how the kitchen counters for the loft project unit are made.
Bob observes Bob Watts weld together the stainless steel kitchen countertops on-site.
Bob meets with Joel Scanlon, who installs legs on a butcher block top and explains how to care for the wood surface.
The final connections are made to the new kitchen appliances, including a garbage disposal and a gas stove.
A restaurant-quality oven hood vent is installed, in addition to Metrowire shelves.
Bob reviews the kitchen appliances, paying special attention to their energy saving features.
Bob talks with contractors Jim Azerroe and Mike Burk. Jim is installing a granite kitchen countertop, while Mike puts in the new cabinets and drawers.
Carpenter Bob Ryley works on the mahogany deck, while new kitchen appliances are installed and the lighting and cabinets undergo examination.
The second home in the Elmwood project, a Colonial Revival, is complete, after the second-floor bathroom gets a new vanity, new doors for the laundry closet, and ...
Cabinetry and countertops are brought in for this attic conversion project, and fiber-optic lighting is installed.
In Kendall, a suburb of Miami, Bob meets Teresa Lopez, the owner of a cramped 25-year old tract house in need of more living space.
As part of a Miami kitchen renovation, Bob frames a partition wall made to resemble a banana leaf. He also pours concrete to patch a floor.
Bob tours the heavy-duty, no-nonsense kitchen of Yuca, a Cuban-American restaurant in Miami.
Bob joins contractor Ed Weller, who is working on the kitchen addition. Architect Laurinda Spear has designed a banana leaf partition that Ed's crew will be makin...
Bob meets with Rich Rogers, who explains the fabricating techniques for Surell, a solid-surface material manufactured by the Formica.
Bob meets with contractor Ed Weller, who explains how the steel-framed kitchen table will support a surface of Surell, and also how the table will be mounted.
Bob and contractor Ed Weller check out the open pantry shelves made of Surell.
Bob helps in the process of joining the lengths of wood that will be installed in the kitchen.
Bob and carpenter Cortney Lofton review and demolish the original kitchen cabinets. Bob then visits a salvage yard to view the turn-of-the-century cabinets purcha...
Bob confers with cabinetmaker Brian Comeaux. He is installing the kitchen cabinets that were custom-built in his shop to match a vintage cabinet found by the home...
Bob and carpenter Cortney Lofton install a counter around a new apron-front Kohler sink.
Bob meets with restoration contractor Richard Marks to discuss the built-in-place kitchen cabinets. Richard explains the floor plan and appliance placement.
Contractor Tom Drobitsch explains the kitchen layout before installing an innovative custom cabinet system.
Bob and interior designer Robyn Peterson tour the finished, furnished California-Spanish beach house in Malibu. The media room has an Old West theme. The kitchen ...
Bob and contractor Bob Ryley install a butcher block countertop in the kitchen, and decorator Robyn Peterson shows Bob how to create a "crackle" finish.
In the kitchen, where the white pine cabinets have been installed, Bob Ryley demonstrates how to adjust a European door hinge before he finishes putting in a plat...
Bob reviews the new staircase in the entry hall before he and contractor Larry Landers tour the kitchen, pointing out where furniture, appliances, and fixtures wi...
Bob visits the Boston Design Center, where he learns about European kitchen design. Europeans view kitchen cabinets as furniture. Lower cabinets are usually movab...
Bob meets with Ryley to discuss the site-built, built-in cabinets of birch plywood. Ryley demonstrates many of the cuts and jigs used in crafting the cabinets, an...
Bob observes plumbing contractor Steve Bottazzi install a lavatory (faucet and sink) in a bathroom vanity.
Bob looks on as Pat Malone, a cabinet installer from the Boston Design Center, installs European-style kitchen cabinets.
Bob watches as David Ingram (of Aldrich Stone) cuts a granite countertop with a cook-top cutout.
Bob takes a final tour through the nursery, office, kitchen, and family room.
In search of design ideas, Bob tours a charming Colonial kitchen in a house on Nantucket Island.
New cabinet doors, which have been made in the workshop, are installed in the project house kitchen in order to dress up the old cabinets.
Work continues in the kitchen with the resurfacing of old counters. Tips on using contact cement are imparted.
Bob observes as workmen create a template that's used to cut vinyl sheet goods for an exact fit on the floor.
For inspiration, Bob tours the John Quincy Adams House in Quincy, MA.
Bob has finished wiring the Colonial-style light fixture in the entryway and, back in the kitchen, the refrigerator ice maker is hooked up.
Bob demonstrates how to fabricate off-site, and install on-site, wooden kitchen cabinet panels.
General contractor Ron Gan explains the advantages of metal wall studs, as the studs are cut and installed in the kitchen, complete with plywood backing plates fo...
Plumber Tom Higham demonstrates how to join copper plumbing for the bathroom lavatory.
Bob discusses the kitchen layout with designer Amy O'Haire, then visits her showroom, Classic Kitchen Designs.
Carpentry contractor Bob Ryley builds a bathroom vanity, as Bob goes over some of the floor work with artisan Terry Maiche.
Bob finds an authentic iron fence for the front yard and watches as the welder installs it using the arc welding process. Next, Bob heads inside to join general c...
Bob finishes the interior tour with the kitchen and master bedroom. Then, Bob, general contractor Ron Gan, and realtor Catherine Caravette sum up the renovation.
Custom-built base cabinets and laminate countertops are installed in the kitchen of the coach house.
Bob installs some interesting finishing touches in the coach house kitchen. For instance, a pony wall is dressed up with a shadow effect and a routed oak cap.
Bob walks through the remainder of the renovation, admiring the details and faux-finish painting that continues through the kitchen, living room and dining room.
Bob and general contractor Tim Berky look back on the numerous aspects of the finished job. Then Bob tours the remodeled mudroom and bath, plus the new open kitch...
Pablo Contreras (from e-counters.com) joins Bob to explain how shopping, ordering, and installation of all types of custom counters happen through their internet ...
Frank Lowry of FJ Lowry Plumbing and Heating installs the a Franke tri-flow Corinthian faucet, now that the countertop and sink are in place.
The Silestone island countertop arrives, with the cooktop cutout done on site. Matt Lihous (from DCS/Fisher & Paykel) explains the features of the Dynamic Cooking...
General contractor Tim Berky is installing Merillat cherry cabinets in the remodeled kitchen. Berky roughs in the base wall cabinet, shims it, and checks for leve...
Bob joins general contractor Tim Berky to hear how the foundation and footing will be handled for the Victorian kitchen remodel and deck addition.