kitchen remodeling: Kitchen Upgrades - 08/11/09 09:53 AM
The kitchen used to be a welcoming place for eating and conversation, but today's kitchen has transformed into more than that. It is a room where cooking and baking meets studying, crafting, social gatherings and more.
Creating an inviting kitchen can make a big difference in a home's overall appeal, and with simple updates, the kitchen can also impact the buying decision.
If the existing cabinet finish is looking distressed, a paint job can turn it around. Make sure the appliances (dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, etc.) match. If the flooring is worn, look to replace it (if the budget allows). An easy … (0 comments)

kitchen remodeling: Smart Kitchens - 06/27/08 02:06 AM
When it comes to energy consumption, the kitchen is the hungriest room in the house. Kitchen appliances - including refrigerators, freezers, ranges and dishwashers - account for about 27 percent of household electricity use, according to taunton.com. Refrigerators and freezers account for nearly two-thirds of kitchen energy use.
Here are some tips for remodeling your kitchen into a "smart" kitchen that can save you money and resources.
Refrigerators/Freezers
Look for:
The Energy Star Label. The U.S. Environmental  Protection Agency confers these models are 15% more energy efficient than the federal minimum. Freezers on top or bottom. Side-by-side refrigerators use more energy. Manual defrost cyclces. Door alarms. Some … (0 comments)

 

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