There are just some things a standard kitchen faucet can’t do – no matter how attractive or luxurious. Inflexible, steady streams are great for washing hands or filling sinks, but washing dishes, rinsing off food, or cleaning the sink itself is all a whole lot easier when you have a flexible spray nozzle to do it […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen
Unique Wood, Stone, and Metal Backsplashes To Dress Up Your Kitchen
08
Aug
Aug
Since tile backsplashes started gaining popularity a few years back, a handful of different styles have risen to prominence – mostly subway tile (in any variety of colors), the occasional thin rectangular or square tile, and lots and lots of white marble. But these looks are a dime a dozen. If you really want your backsplash […]
27
Jun
Jun
Everyone loves a white kitchen – it’s a classic, timeless look that can work with just about any home or any sense of style. But all the best white kitchens have a trick up their sleeve: something that sets them apart and keeps them from being monochromatic, washed out, sterile, or boring. It can be something […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Faucets, Kitchen Sinks
Stainless Steel Kitchen Sinks: More Than Just A Utilitarian Option
25
May
May
When it comes to choosing a kitchen sink, there are a lot of options out there – from traditional porcelain and fireclay to modern composite stone. But personally I’ve always had a soft spot for stainless steel kitchen sinks. Though they’re often dismissed as a budget or utilitarian option (and some are certainly better made […]
20
Feb
Feb
Overhauling a kitchen is an arduous and many-layered process. There are so many decisions to make, and then as soon as you make those it opens up a whole other layer of sub-decisions underneath that. It’s like a nesting doll of anxiety. For instance, if you intend to go the tile route, you then have […]
Bathroom Lighting, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Lighting
Under Cabinet Lighting: A Simple, Subtle Way To Beautify Your Home
18
Jan
Jan
I’ve spent a lot of time on this blog talking about how important it is to have lighting fixtures that look good as well as providing the light you need, but today I want to talk about lighting fixtures that work best when you don’t even realize they’re there at all: under cabinet lights. If […]
05
Jul
Jul
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘dining room?’ An unexplored, shadowy place you only air out for Thanksgiving? The good china you only dust off for company? There is just something about dark wood and stylized, throne-like chairs that can make a dining room awkward to use. Luckily, trends have developed and […]
13
Apr
Apr
The last time I talked about kitchen remodeling and luxury faucets, I kept a firm focus on the more modern end of the spectrum. Newer, slicker models to match contemporary kitchens. This time I thought I’d take a look at the more retro faucet options, just in case modern isn’t exactly your style. Vintage or […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Lighting
Layered Kitchen Lighting: How Doubling Down On Your Lighting Fixtures Can Make A Big Difference
09
Apr
Apr
The difference between a kitchen that looks good and a kitchen that looks great isn’t how you decorate the space, it’s how you light it. Even the best designed kitchens feel lackluster with inadequate lighting, while a few stylish, well-placed lights can make even an ordinary kitchen come alive. And, of course, good lighting plays […]
06
Apr
Apr
Remodeling a kitchen can be a daunting undertaking, and one that involves countless decisions. As with any home improvement project, it helps to break it down into separate parts, and an overwhelmingly important piece any kitchen is the faucet. Regardless of your decor style, it’s safe to call the sink the centerpiece of the room. […]