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Remodeling is on the rise, and consumers are now tackling larger kitchen and bathroom renovations than in previous years.  Whole-room remodels are the kinds of discretionary (as opposed to immediately-necessary) projects that typically get put off when the economy is soft.  Now that the lingering effects of the recession have mostly faded, homeowners are feeling…

Professional chefs around the world have known for years that cooking with steam means moister, better tasting food and faster cooking times. In fact, steam assist ovens have been standard fare in the restaurant business for quite some time already. Lucky for homeowners, there are now a number of residential size models hitting the market…

Kitchen design is the first and most important step of any kitchen remodel. Without a good design, you can’t have a great kitchen. Without a detailed design, you can’t have a smooth remodeling process. Here’s what you need to know about the available resources and kitchen design professionals who are out there. Free Kitchen Design…

Kitchen remodeling ranks among the most popular remodeling projects each year, as kitchens have become the functional and social hubs for many families. Almost every kitchen has a design flaw or something that can be changed to make the space more workable. However, no challenge is quite as difficult as reworking a small kitchen space….

Does your kitchen fit your busy lifestyle? Today’s kitchens are at the hub of family life, serving as a dining area, office, and gathering place. Whether you choose a major kitchen remodel or just want to rejuvenate one aspect with new lighting, appliances, cabinetry or tile, updating this space can make it easier to accommodate…

If you like to entertain but are tired of cooking and making a mess in front of your guests, then a butler’s pantry may be the best solution. Originally used as an area where household servants made final food preparations, a butler’s pantry design was intended to create a buffer zone between the kitchen and…

Ever wish you could know exactly what to expect from homeowners needing your services — and how much you might expect to charge? According to HomeAdvisor service request data, there’s a good chance your next call will have something to do with kitchen repairs — specifically those addressing water damage or cabinet, flooring, grout and sink…

Learning how to cook can be an exciting and rewarding experience for children. It is an excellent way to build a child’s skills and potentially develop an interest in culinary arts. However, the kitchen can also be a dangerous place, especially for children due to the fact that they are not as tall, strong, experienced,…

Today’s kitchens serve as more than just places to cook up dinner. Modern kitchens are more and more often the home’s central gathering place, an area where families socialize and spend time together as much as they actually sit down for meals. Kitchen makeovers are one of the most popular home remodels in the business…

If you already have a modern kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, tile backsplashes, or maybe even a concrete countertop, your old-fashioned wood cabinetry may feel a little out of place. To maintain a sleek, industrial look that harmonizes with the rest of your style, you may want to replace your cupboards with something equally modern and…