If you are handy at DIY, you might be wondering if it is possible for you to install your own kitchen. It is possible, however do bear in mind that it’s very unlikely you will be able to achieve the same kind of finish as a professional, who would be able to make good all cabinets and adjust shelves for the perfect, neat look. Generally, it is advisable to ask a professional to install your kitchen for you. They can buy all cabinets and furniture for you from a trade supplier, making the process cheaper for you, so it won’t necessarily be too expensive if you track down a reasonably priced kitchen fitter. You must also bear in mind that there will be things you cannot do yourself. You will...
Kitchen cabinets make a kitchen, giving it its distinctive look. They underpin everything else in the space, so they are likely to be the first thing people will notice about a kitchen. The appliances will be fitted into units, the worktop will be on top of units… they really do form the backbone of any kitchen. So how do you arrive at a colour scheme? One of the first things to consider is the internal colour of your cabinets. From most standard manufacturers, there will be a choice of light oak and another colour, perhaps white to go with lighter frontals. If you have a handmade bespoke kitchen, you can choose any shade or wood you like. You then need to select you frontals. You will see these more, so...
Many people choose a new kitchen based on the appearance they would like, which will mostly come from the units you select. You will generally choose the cabinet in white or a wooden colour, and then go on to choose the frontals. The unit choice will have very little bearing on your kitchen’s look and feel, as you will only really see it when the doors are open – the rest will come from the frontals. It is these frontals that will give your kitchen its general appearance. If you are looking for a modern kitchen, your frontals will need to match this aesthetic. Choose a flat frontal with a high gloss finish for the most modern effect, and if you want to keep it more minimalist, then you can...
A light kitchen isn’t just important for safety – it helps you to see what you are doing when you are cooking! – it is also important for your home’s ambience. It is a proven fact that natural light can make people happier, so the more of it you have in your home, the better. If you are able to bring in natural light in various ways, the whole room will be lifted up in ambience and you will be able to enjoy it more. It is worth thinking about different ways to bring in as much light as possible – you can never have too much! One good option to use is a rooflight, which will make sure natural light can get in even if there is no space...
The quality finish that can be created thanks to an oak floor or beams is second to none. When looking to create the perfect traditional look, oak is always a popular choice and at this leading wood supplier, they are specialist oak timber merchants. They provide high-quality oak timber to the joinery, construction and restoration trade to add the perfect finishing touches to any building.
