kitchen maintenance

Should I Use Butcher Block Countertops in My Kitchen?

Should I Use Butcher Block Countertops in My Kitchen?

Butcher block countertops can be great for kitchens both aesthetically & functionally. However, please take into consideration that if you are someone who wants a low maintenance countertop, butcher block countertops may not be the right choice for you. If you love when materials in your house age with time, butcher block might be for you - it will never look the same as it did the day it gets installed. Follow along as we discuss the pros and cons of butcher block countertops so you can decide whether they are the right choice for your kitchen.

Why Stove Hoods are a Must-Have in Your Kitchen Design

Why Stove Hoods are a Must-Have in Your Kitchen Design

Stove hoods, especially custom stove hoods, can create an anchor for your kitchen and be a bold design piece in your kitchen design. We personally think that the hood above your range is a great place to go bold with some personality or tie in a design feature from another part of the room. As amazing as kitchen hoods are for the design of your kitchen, they’re also a very important functional component. Kitchen hoods are not always required by code, however, if you want your kitchen to be as functional and safe as possible, we strongly encourage you to include it in your kitchen design.

Tips for Surviving a Kitchen Renovation

Tips for Surviving a Kitchen Renovation

Don’t let the home renovation shows on TV fool you, kitchen remodels are not all rainbows and sunshine. The truth is, kitchen renovations are noisy, inconvenient, and time-consuming, but there’s a reason homeowners everywhere continue to put themselves through it - after the dust clears and the contractors are finally out of your space, your new functional and beautiful kitchen makes the madness all worth it. If you are in the midst of a kitchen renovation and can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel, don’t give up hope yet! We promise that this too shall pass, and in the end, you’ll be so happy you did it. Follow these three tips to help keep your sanity and survive your kitchen renovation like a pro.

Countertop Cleaning & Maintenance: Are you Doing it Correctly?

Countertop Cleaning & Maintenance: Are you Doing it Correctly?

Congrats on choosing a countertop material for your project! Your brand-new kitchen is now functional, beautiful, and will last you many, many years… as long as you’re practicing proper cleaning and maintenance. Uh oh, has this made you nervous? Don’t worry! We’re here to help you keep your countertops looking as beautiful as the day you got them for years to come!

Your new home awaits.