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Archive for June, 2010
June 30th, 2010
One of my favorite memories is of my uncle cutting meats on a gorgeous butcher block table. That table is still in our family today and it is one of the most beautiful elements of the kitchen in which it resides. Butcher block makes a beautiful top application in any kitchen. Maintain the Beauty of [...]
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Tags: Butcher Block Counter Tops, DirectBuy, Kitchen Remodeling
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June 29th, 2010
Whether you are a wine connoisseur or simply like to have a couple of bottles on hand for guests, it is nice to have a convenient place for storage and holding your favorite wines. The kitchen is the perfect place to incorporate your wine storage.
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Tags: DirectBuy, Kitchen Wine Storage, Wine Racks
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June 28th, 2010
Kitchen remodeling provides the ideal time to make changes to your floor plan and existing kitchen layout. One idea to free up some floor space is to include a wall oven in your design plan. Free-standing ovens can take up a significant amount space depending on their size.
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Tags: Countertops, DirectBuy, Kitchen Remodeling, Ovens
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June 25th, 2010
Being in the kitchen is much more enjoyable when there is adequate lighting. A smart choice for kitchen lighting either overhead or under the kitchen cabinets is halogen track lighting.
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Tags: DirectBuy, Halogen Track Lighting, Kitchen Remodeling
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June 24th, 2010
Locating the spice called for in that recipe can sometimes be frustrating if you aren’t very organized in storing your spices. If you stack your spices, the odds are pretty high the spice you need is located in the back on the bottom. Take time to organize your method for storing your spices.
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Tags: Direct Buy, DirectBuy, Kitchen Remodeling, Remodeling Kitchen Cabinets, Spice Racks
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June 23rd, 2010
When it’s time to plan your kitchen remodeling project, a garbage disposal is almost always on the list of “must haves.” Keep yours in good working order by taking care of it. Otherwise, you will be stuck once again with that rising water from your kitchen sink.
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Tags: DirectBuy, Garbage Disposals, Kitchen Remodeling
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June 22nd, 2010
Taking proper care of your microwave oven can ensure it will last you a long time. Leaving spattered food and clogged vents can not only smell up your house, it can decrease the efficiency and longevity of your microwave.
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Tags: Cleaning Microwaves, DirectBuy, Kitchen Appliances, Microwave Ovens
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June 21st, 2010
Microwaves offer a multitude of cooking options and one that is built-in doesn’t take up prime countertop space. A built-in microwave will be a beautiful and stylish option for your new kitchen layout.
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Tags: Built-In Microwaves, DirectBuy, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling
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June 18th, 2010
The kitchen is one room in the house that can accommodate a variety of lighting. Dependent on the size of the kitchen, use it as an opportunity to mix different types of kitchen lighting appropriate for the area.
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Tags: DirectBuy, Kitchen Remodeling, Light Fixtures
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June 17th, 2010
Granite is the most popular choice for kitchen countertop material. If you’ve installed granite in your kitchen, take the necessary maintenance steps to keep it beautiful and protected.
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Tags: DirectBuy, Granite Countertops, Kitchen Counter Tops, Kitchen Remodeling
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