Category: Kitchen Spotlight

Spotlight On… Kitchen Lighting 101

October 30, 2015

Light is a key element of your kitchen’s design. It lets you move about and complete your tasks with ease. And after all, what good is your kitchen remodel if you can’t see it? When it comes to kitchens, a single light source is not going to cut it. It doesn’t reach corners and you cast a shadow over your workspace.

Spotlight On… Wood Selection for Cabinets

October 21, 2015

Cabinets doors and drawer fronts are a defining feature of a kitchen. How your doors and drawer fronts are made, and from what, determines the strength and lifespan of your kitchen investment. There are many factors to consider when choosing a wood for your kitchen cabinets. Not the least of which is personal affinity; the one you like, that just calls to

Spotlight on… Kitchen Cabinets

August 18, 2015

Cabinets may be where a third of remodeling budgets usually go, but they are not a place to cut costs. They are hard-working and crucial to the functions of your kitchen. Cheap cabinets should be avoided. Quality and workmanship are worth paying for, or you’ll be paying to replace or repair them later. We interact with our cabinets visually as well

Spotlight On… Man-Made Countertops, Part 2

August 04, 2015

Today we’re following up on our first segment on man-made countertop materials with 4 more that you might not have heard about: Metal, engineered stone, recycled glass and wood! Metal –Stainless steel, Zinc, Copper – Stainless steel is great for Modern, Contemporary and even Craftsman style kitchens due to its smooth and characteristic look. While stainless steel stands up to heat

Spotlight On… Countertops, Stone

July 22, 2015

Stone – naturally occurring slabs mined out of the earth and cut to fit your kitchen. For those who love the simple beauty of natural materials, stone is often our material of choice. Though stone can seem pretty solid to us, it is still a porous materials and most varieties require sealing and special care. With proper care, these beautiful

Spotlight On: Countertops – synthetic and man-made materials, Part One

June 30, 2015

When considering materials for your kitchen countertop, it’s good to keep maintenance and longevity in mind. Man-made countertops were created with one or both of those as goals and we’ll be looking at four of these synthetic counter materials. Here’s what you need to know about laminate, solid surfaces, tile and concrete as countertop materials. Laminate has arguably the widest