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)