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Travertine—a variety of limestone formed from calcium carbonate deposits in or near hot springs or limestone caves—is...
Enhance the performance and lifespan of your dishwasher with these nine useful tips.
If you take these steps to safeguard your plumbing system now, you could reduce the risk of future plumbing problems and even increase the useful life of some of ...
Traditionally, most homeowners have two choices for the stove: gas and electric. More often than not, the type of sto...
Rush, rush, rush—in today's 24/7 culture, a microwave can be a real boon to busy households and time-strapped cooks. But even though these ubiquitous appliances a...
When it comes to shelling out for renovations and fixes, homeowners have no shortage of options. So when is it smart to splurge and when is it foolish? From wirin...
Unlike a conventional gas or electric stove, an induction cooktop doesn’t produce thermal heat. Instead, electromagne...
When a wall of cabinets make up at least a quarter of your kitchen, new cabinets hold the power to create an entirely new look and feel. And, luckily, such a tran...
The refrigerator is one of the greatest inventions of all time. It provides a safe and convenient place to store food, and it puts ice cold beverages at your fing...
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 ...
Your under-sink workhorse doesn't need strict maintenance to continue out its duties—only sensible care. You probably...
Find the right pro for every household chore—big, small, majorly messy, or just plain pesky! This content is paid advertising created in partnership with Thu...
The dog days of summer are here and refreshment couldn't come soon enough! If you're aching for a little relief from soaring temperatures—and in search of a littl...
Q: Last night my kitchen sink clogged up while I was in the middle of a load of dirty dishes. By morning, the sink ha...
If you’re house hunting and come across the term “summer kitchen” in a real estate listing, you’re in for a treat. If...
Nothing derails dinner prep quite like when you find yourself faced with a broken oven or stove that won't heat to th...
Q: My refrigerator has been making strange noises lately. Should I have a pro check it out?A: It’s understandable to ...
The best kitchen trash cans not only hold garbage, they do so in a sanitary, unobtrusive manner. If you have a too-sm...
While today's fast-paced world leaves little time for food prep, we still want to enjoy delicious home-cooked meals. In that battle to get a tasty, healthy meal o...
Durable, easy to clean, and available in many colors and shapes, it's easy to see why tile is such a popular option for kitchen backsplashes, bathroom walls, and ...
After a long day of work and running errands the last thing anyone wants to think about is having to cook dinner. While some home chefs have the foresight to plan...
Q: Something is wrong with my oven. The last time I used it, the food didn’t cook properly—the center of my casserole...
The first plastics were invented in the 1860s and were initially touted as substitutes for natural materials like ivory and tortoiseshell. Celluloid, for instance...
Nothing beats the taste of fresh herbs in a home cooked meal, and the freshest herbs can be grown right on the kitchen windowsill. Even gardeners with questionabl...
Q: I need a quick fix for my refrigerator’s funky smell. Will a box of baking soda in the fridge really get rid of th...
Give your kitchen an exciting new look with one of these cool, clean paint shades, perfect for cabinets.
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...
Whether you view cooking as a fun hobby or as a necessary drudgery, you've probably got a kitchen that's stocked with the basics—pots and pans of various sizes, b...
Kitchen islands are the workhorses of a busy kitchen, but they also inevitably become a place where family and friends gather before and after mealtime. Whether t...
The American kitchen is the hub of household activity. It's where we make dinner on ordinary weeknights, and arrange appetizers and chat with our guests while we ...
Novice DIYers eager to get started repairing, replacing, or installing new tile may wonder about the differences betw...
Q: My kitchen doesn’t get much natural light. What kitchen lighting design would you recommend?A: A well-lit kitchen ...
Q: My bathtub sealant needs a refresh, and I’ve decided to re-caulk the tub myself. How long does caulk take to dry b...
There are so many decisions to make when you're remodeling a kitchen—cabinetry, appliances, countertop material, faucets, backsplash—that it’s easy to shortchange...
Q: My dishwasher is only two years old, and until recently, it’s done a great job. For the past month or so, it’s bee...
Gleaming and shiny, stainless steel brings a bright and polished air to any kitchen. Keeping that brilliant sheen, ho...
It’s the spot where family gathers for holiday meals, birthday cake, and after-dinner chats. The dining table is the center of so many happy memories, why not tai...
The explosion in popularity of single-serve coffeemakers like the Keurig has given rise to a new home design trend: the coffee bar. Making a cup of coffee now req...
It's hard to beat the natural beauty of wood flooring, but it’s not a traditional choice for a kitchen, due to the gr...
Q: I want to replace a few aging appliances without paying an arm and a leg. What’s the best time of year to buy appl...
You probably spend the majority of your kitchen cleaning time focusing on the big three—sink, counters, and floors—bu...
Looking for the latest and greatest products to simplify or improve your life? Then head over to Kickstarter, the self-proclaimed world’s largest funding platform...
To improve flow and add structure to a home’s open floor plan, consider the kitchen peninsula. This connected half-wa...
Q: My nine-year-old fridge is on the fritz, but it seems premature to replace it. How long do refrigerators last?A: G...
A cutting board acts at any given moment as a chopping block, food preparation surface, or serving station—sometimes ...
If replacing a kitchen sink, you’ll think about style, size, and—perhaps most importantly—material. Some materials ar...
Maintaining a spotless porcelain sink will add charm and luster to your bathroom or kitchen—not to mention value to y...
Q: Every time I open the fridge, I get a whiff of sourness that I can’t identify. I’ve already cleaned out all the ol...
The kitchen may not be the first place that comes to mind when you're thinking about bringing a little greenery into your home. Countertop space is precious, dire...
Avid home cooks put their ovens into overdrive not simply during the holidays but year-round. What doesn’t land on th...
You probably get their coupons in the mail but when is the last time you took a good look at the offerings at Bed Bath & Beyond. As the name suggests, this popula...
The kitchen is a home’s heartbeat, the place where family gathers and guests gravitate, and so it should be welcoming...
The oil kicked up by cooking can cling to surfaces throughout your kitchen, defying your everyday swipes with a spong...
First used in New York City mass transit tunnels in the early twentieth century, subway tile has evolved from its hum...
You woke up shivering in a cold house. Your morning shower, instead of a warm and pleasant wakeup call, was spent fut...
Does your kitchen look like it’s past its prime? Renovating a kitchen can be an overwhelming and costly prospect, and sometimes it can be tough just figuring out ...
Has your old kitchen faucet seen better days? Whether yours is leaking water or is simply outdated, replacing a kitch...
Frequently used in foundations, backyard patios, and fence-post installations, concrete is one of the strongest build...
If you want a pest-free kitchen, the name of the game is CLEAN. You’ll be more successful in deterring bugs if you keep crumbs and food waste to a minimum. So, to...
We've narrowed down the options to include some of the very best wood types for a kitchen countertop, whether you're interested in a functional butcher block or a...
Preserve one of your biggest kitchen investments—those luxurious-looking countertops—by following the advice from the pros who put them in. This post has bee...
There are some old-house features we sorely miss in today's construction—transom windows, vestibules, and sleeping po...
The original galley kitchens were installed on ships and trains where limited space demanded compact, highly efficien...
The kitchen has become the hub of the modern home, not just a cook space but a gathering place for family and friends...
Q: I squashed an ant on my kitchen countertop this morning only to spot more circling the sink. Where did all of thes...
The kitchen island is often the gathering spot in a home. Not just a functional place for cooking and storage, it's also where you typically wind up chitchatting ...
Got some spare space in the kitchen? Consider adding a breakfast nook! These 15 photogenic options suit a range of kitchen styles and sizes—and they’re practicall...
They’re one of the handiest kitchen helpers, grinding food waste into tiny bits so it can drain away with sink water....
Unlike natural stone, laminate, or solid surface (made of mineral dust and resins), tile offers endless creative poss...
Q: We’re remodeling our kitchen and need to install upper cabinets that are low enough to comfortably reach the shelv...
Is there any experience more satisfying than finding a good deal? With the cost of living on the increase, getting a good bargain is more important than ever. Whi...
Butcher block countertops are a popular choice for kitchens these days, but as with any countertop material, there ar...
Q: There’s a small daily puddle on my kitchen floor that seems to be coming from my refrigerator—not from anything in...
If you notice a cloudiness suddenly appear across your tiled surfaces only days after a bathroom renovation, it's pro...
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...
Quartz and quartzite, two high-end countertop materials derived from quartz, are so often confused that even retailer...
Want to update your kitchen but don't have the budget for a complete renovation? You're certainly not alone. Here's a...
Elegant dinnerware elevates any dining table, but clumsy homeowners may often find themselves with broken glasses, shattered plates, and dented mugs. To save your...
Each kitchen appliance has a designated purpose, whether it’s toasting bread, making coffee, heating up food, or mixing ingredients. But clever homeowners can thi...
Kitchen surfaces are bound to get messy from meal prep, but arguably none more than your stovetop. Take a good look a...
Tile backsplashes defend kitchen and bathroom walls from moisture, collecting dirt, grime, mildew, and mold in the pr...
Perhaps the most important work surface in the home, the kitchen countertop is built to withstand food preparation, regular cleaning, pesky stains, and more. But ...
If you’re thinking of upgrading your kitchen with new appliances, don’t forget the range hood. There are a dizzying a...
Have you ever been tempted to buy one of those products you see advertised on TV infomercials? Sure, the spokesperson swears it does everything (and more!) but ca...
It’s winter, time to hibernate and stock up on essentials. Keep your pantry full of goodness—and your home shipshape—with this list of 30 high-quality budget prod...
You can paint it, tile it, or cover it in wallpaper, but the day may eventually come when you’ll want to remove or re...
If the Swedish superstore isn't the first place you consider when outfitting your kitchen, you're probably not alone. Although Ikea has built a reputation as an a...
Eating healthier tops the list of the most common New Year's resolutions of 2018, according to a recent poll from YouGov, an online polling platform. There are pl...
What's on your home improvement or maintenance to-do list for 2018? Rather than rushing to complete your projects all at once, try taking on a handful each season...
In the realm of remodeling, kitchens are king! Cooking space upgrades are the projects homeowners most hope to take on in the coming year, having usurped bathroom...
Silver plate platters, tea sets, and flatware—typically made of copper, brass, or nickel and topped with a thin layer...
In many people's minds, granite means strength and resilience. But if you want to know how to clean granite counterto...
Few small appliances provide as much tasty fun as the waffle maker. So how come this cool kitchen tool gets little pl...
Leftovers are always a treat in the days after a delicious feast—and even better, they mean you have to make fewer meals that week. But in order to enjoy leftover...
Kitchen cabinets, thanks to their close proximity to the stovetop, are natural hotspots for grease. Ideally, you’re c...
It might seem like it can handle anything, but actually, feeding your garbage disposal the wrong items is a surefire recipe for bad smells, clogs, and ultimately,...
Q: Over the last few days, my oven has been giving off smoke while in use but is working normally otherwise. Why is i...
When it comes to meal planning, you definitely want to keep bacteria off the guest list. Maintaining your fridge at ...
Q: The oven in my new house has a self-clean feature, but I’ve heard there are pros and cons to using it. Should I tr...
Interested in keeping your investment countertops in tip-top shape? Cutting boards are key accessories for any kitche...
The microwave oven may be the pinnacle of modern convenience. At the press of a button it can heat your lunch, refres...
Q: There's a rancid scent in my kitchen that makes meal prep and cleanup miserable—and I've traced it to my stinky si...
The use of fresh herbs can mean the difference between decent food and truly vibrant, delicious cuisine. But purchasi...
The average freezer lasts 10 to 15 years before you need to replace it. If yours is only a few years old and still no...
It seems like every year there's a hot new kitchen gizmo that promises to cook better tasting meals or make prep and cleanup a breeze. Alas, kitchen gadgets come ...
At first, the idea of cleaning a dishwasher—an appliance that fills with suds and water on an almost daily basis—may ...
Q: Lately, the cabinet under my kitchen sink has been getting mysteriously soggy. Could this be a symptom of a leakin...
It's no wonder cast-iron cookware is popular: They are non-toxic, evenly heated, and durable enough to last for gener...
Bulk shopping seems like it should be a surefire way to save money, but buyer beware: Bigger isn't always better. In an effort to pinch pennies or cut down on the...
No matter where you live, a Chicago apartment or a rural Montana ranch, kitchen counters see a great deal of wear and...
Love cooking those French fries, donuts, and other delicious treats but stumped by what to do with the oil when you’r...
If your trash can persists in emitting an unpleasant odor—even when you change bags and wash it regularly—here are so...
There’s nothing quite like whipping up a batch of homemade cookies. But once the fun of baking and eating is over, so...
Q: I opened the dishwasher door to find the bottom of the unit filled with dingy water! My first thought was that the...
As the holidays draw ever nearer, many homeowners are preparing to entertain dozens of friends and family members ove...
It would be nice if a delicious, home-cooked meal didn't come with the downside of having to do dishes once you've finished eating. But tidying up doesn’t have to...
The pantry—originally a room to store bread—dates back to medieval times, though today this cool, dry spot keeps a much wider variety of foods safe to eat. With t...
Whether you have a large family to feed, do a lot of hunting or fishing, or simply tend to grocery-shop in bulk, a ch...
Having an organized and functional kitchen can sometimes feel unattainable especially if you're working with limited ...
Keeping kitchen knives sharp makes food prep faster, easier, and practically painless—it actually lessens the chance ...
The big freeze has many homeowners scrambling for insulation and space heaters, but some of the most important areas ...
The kitchen table is the hub of the home, serving as a family gathering spot for more than just dining. But many mode...
Practical nonstick cookware is popular with kitchen newbies and experienced chefs alike. After all, cooking with coat...
Butcher block, consisting of individual wooden strips fused together into a sleek slab, is a timeless and trendy mate...
Q: A can of soda that I just pulled out of my fridge is barely cool. I’ve also recently noticed that my milk isn’t as...
Dishwashing is a task most people don’t look forward to. If you'd rather be doing, well, anything rather than washing the dishes, check out these simple tips and ...
Composting is an affordable way to nab food for your plants while reducing waste in your home or apartment and in loc...
Online shopping is the way of the world. It's quick, convenient, and you never have to leave the comfort of your couch. While we love to shop small and support ou...
Those who say "good things come in small packages" probably don't have to contend with small-kitchen challenges like crammed cupboards and limited counter space. ...
Grease fires are serious business. Would you believe they account for nearly a quarter of at-home fire-related deaths...
Grilled food fans, rejoice! The industry has been busy perfecting electric grills, filling a need for folks who want ...
Thinking about quartz countertops for your kitchen? You're not alone. Quartz has been among the most popular choices ...
Q: Our kitchen is ready for a refresh, starting with a new color for the cabinets. What’s the best paint for kitchen ...
You know the saying "out of sight, out of mind. " Well, when it comes to your oven's interior, it's "out of sight, a...
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...
The electricity bill comes at the end of the month. You open it (perhaps begrudgingly), pay the amount owed, and then...
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...
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...
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...
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. But although both of these popular countertop materials are derived from th...
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...
Cost-conscious, savvy homeowners know that doing the grunt work of home improvement projects cuts spending. It also results in a more beautiful and functional hou...
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 ...
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 ...
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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.
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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...
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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...
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John Tasker (from Aristokraft) shows Bob the kitchen cabinets being used in the project, and contractor Sam Cousins goes over the installation process.
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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.
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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.
