How to Design a Commercial Kitchen

A commercial kitchen is a whole other beast. It’s not at all like a domestic kitchen, where aesthetics and design are the most important qualities. In a commercial kitchen, the most important things are going to be practicality, storage and hygiene. Most commercial kitchens are designed as part of the building design. They may then be removed further down the line. If you are tasked with designing a commercial kitchen environment, make sure you work out what is going to be the most important. You should talk to the owners of the business, ask how much they cook and find out how they need their kitchen to function. Kitchen appliances for a commercial space are going to consist of things like large cookers, ovens, hobs and stainless steel surfaces. These...

Choosing a Kitchen Island

A kitchen island is a worktop that is not attached to a wall or any other area of worktop. It ‘floats’ in the middle of the kitchen, creating a centrepiece within the design and layout of the room. It is a feature that is very fashionable in British kitchens at the moment. An island is a good idea if you have a bigger kitchen, otherwise it may feel a bit cramped. When you are having your dream kitchen designed, ask for an island to be incorporated into the layout. This will show you how it will look and you can see the exact measurements to decide if there will be space. The main reason to have an island is the aesthetic qualities. It looks stylish and shows that your kitchen...

Working With Genesis Tile Trim

Whether you are considering a complete home renovation with new tiled floor plans, or need to install tile flooring in your bathrooms, the genesis tile trim is one of your best solutions. One major challenge that comes with tiles especially if you are a beginner is left-over spaces at the edges of close to the wall. Sealing these spaces can be quite daunting if you do not have custom tiles that fit perfectly. Tiles with rough edges are another common challenge that comes with various ceramic tiles. Spaces and rough edges do not only tarnish the aesthetic appeal you are trying to create, but also present vulnerabilities and weak points that may damage your floors. Fortunately, Genesis tile trims are available to make sure this is no longer a concern....

Kitchen Flooring – What are the Options?

Kitchen flooring has come a long way since old-fashioned laminates. There are now a variety of options that look good and are durable as well. This is important, as the kitchen is probably going to be one of the most high-traffic areas of the home. Here are some of the option to consider: Real wood. Few things look quite as good as a real wood flooring. Choose from woods like oak and other hardwoods for a long-lasting flooring. Be careful not to scratch it and it can last for many years. Laminate. Laminates are now highly sophisticated and can be made to look like other materials like stone or tiles. Laminate is cheaper, less delicate and less cold. Tiles. You can use real tiles, just be careful to make sure...

Kitchen Tiling – a Professional Job

Kitchen tiling needs to be just right as it’s one of the most used rooms in the home. This doesn’t mean your tiling has to be carried out by a professional – it does have to be good though. If you want to make sure the tiling in your kitchen looks good but you also want to save some money, here are some tips for you: • Have all of the right tools and equipment. You will need to have saws to cut tiles down to size, as well as adhesives to apply them to the walls. • Use tile trim. This is the only way to make a job look professional. Tile trim neatens up the edges and ensures the job looks like it’s been finished to a high...