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Welcome to the Kitchen Compare Blog. Here we introduce you to many of the key sections of the website, focused on saving you time and money in the search for your dream kitchen. Don't forget to check back regularly for new posts.
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27th Dec 2021
Interior Trends for 2022 – Part 2
Ahead of the curve:
Seeking comfort in our homes and cocooning from the world is not a new trend, but this lifestyle choice has moved on a notch with our design preferences. From gently arched walls to shapely sofas and mirrors, it’s all about curves. -
13th Dec 2021
Interior Trends for 2022 – Part 1
Colour and the New Neutrals: Interior design in 2022 will be dominated by colour and there is lots of it, bringing vibrancy and energy into our homes.
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29th Nov 2021
Getting the kitchen ready for Christmas
Last year Christmas was unlike any other.
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15th Nov 2021
Kitchen Trends Over Time
More so than any other room in the house, kitchens respond to changing tastes, trends, and technology a bit faster. At Kitchen Compare we love all things kitchen – whether that’s past, present, or future - so thought it would be interesting to look back at some of the key kitchen trends over the last five decades. This includes several trendy features that came and went (and in many cases, came back again!)
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25th Oct 2021
How long should a kitchen last?
Investing in a kitchen is probably one of the costliest home improvements project a homeowner can undertake. Not only is a new kitchen demanding in terms of financial investment, but also in terms of time – researching and planning – as well as the disruption experienced during installation.
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11th Oct 2021
Wooden shutters as a window dressing solution
Long ago before homes had glass windows, a form of early shutters were used – propping up wooden boards in window openings. Hundreds of years later and wooden shutters remain one of the most popular form of window dressing. Bright and bold or simply stained, shutters are also practical and easy to maintain. Louvred slats can be adjusted to reduce or improve light flow and shutter panels can be swung in various formations to provide style and flexibility.
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20th Sep 2021
Need-to-know guide to buying a kitchen, Part 3
For many the idea of buying a new kitchen is daunting. For others it is hugely exciting. Whether it is fear or over - enthusiasm which drives you, one thing for sure is that installing a new kitchen or refurbishing an old one will be one of the costliest (and time consuming) home improvement projects you will undertake.
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16th Aug 2021
Need-to-know guide to buying a kitchen. Part 2
For many the idea of buying a new kitchen is daunting. For others it is hugely exciting. Whether it is fear or over - enthusiasm which drives you, one thing for sure is that installing a new kitchen or refurbishing an old one will be one of the costliest (and time consuming) home improvement projects you will undertake.
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19th Jul 2021
Need-to-know guide to buying a kitchen. Part 1
For many the idea of buying a new kitchen seems daunting. For others it is hugely exciting. Whether it is fear or over - enthusiasm which drives you, best ensure that any decisions made are well thought through up front.
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28th Jun 2021
Increased importance of hygiene in the kitchen
If nothing else, the last 18months have made us all aware of the importance of maintaining hygiene, at a personal level as well as at home. While hand hygiene continues to be critical, the relevance and importance of surface disinfection is also key. To reduce the chances of infection, it is expected that the enhanced focus on wellness and demand for hygiene products will continue to grow in the future and that it won’t be long before many of these behavioural changes become long-term habits.
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14th Jun 2021
Do I need building control when installing a kitchen?
Building control can be confusing and, as a result, can often be overlooked. Official approval is required from the authorities for certain work or projects undertaken in and around the home. It is so important, in fact, that there is a whole law surrounding it. Unfortunately, if it is ignored you could get prosecuted and fined. Your local authority could make you pay for faulty work to be fixed and, without approval, you will not have certificates of compliance which you may need when it comes to selling your home.
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31st May 2021
Essential ingredients for creating the perfect professional-style kitchen at home
If you are a budding chef, a top priority is most definitely the kitchen. You have made the big decision to invest – now the hard work really begins as you start to think through all the possibilities of how you might like your kitchen to look. Whether planning a kitchen from scratch, refurbishing, or renovating an existing one, deciding on the style, look and feel of your kitchen is key.
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10th May 2021
Decorating the kitchen: Part 2 – How to apply paint in a kitchen
Whether starting with a brand-new kitchen and bare plastered walls or painting over existing paint, the most important thing is preparation even though both routes need to be treated in different ways.
What both have in common however, is the order in which to paint the kitchen. Always start at the top and work down towards the bottom to avoid drips landing on freshly painted areas.
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26th Apr 2021
Decorating the kitchen : Part 1 - Best paint to use
April and we are well and truly into spring. In general, most of us have still got a little more time on our hands than usual even though the country is starting to open up slowly and as we approach two bank holiday weekends, DIY jobs are often top of mind. One of the simpler DIY jobs is decorating and the kitchen, while it might feel overwhelming, can quite often be one of the easier rooms in the house to decorate as most of the walls are covered by either base or wall units making it an ideal candidate for a quick lick of paint over the extra-long weekend.
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12th Apr 2021
Advice on buying the right cooker hood for your kitchen.
Whether undertaking a complete kitchen refurbishment and needing to purchase several appliances all at once, or simply needing to replace an item due to everyday wear and tear, the decision can be a daunting one. If a refurbishment project, then time is generally on your side as decisions are made in advance. However, if an appliance suddenly breaks down, quick decisions need to be made – unless you are prepared to live without your oven, dishwasher, washing machine, or fridge for a while! Our ‘Advice on …..’ series provides help when it comes choosing bigger ticket kitchen electricals.
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29th Mar 2021
Buying a kitchen post lockdown
It has been 12 months since we browsed kitchen retailers and wandered around showrooms without restrictions. A year ago, we didn’t need to think twice about inviting a kitchen designer or installer into our homes and there were no issues with trade people working alongside each other in an enclosed space.
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8th Mar 2021
Advice on buying the right cooker, oven or range for your kitchen.
As we have said in our blogs before, buying a new appliance often happens when you least expect it! Wear and tear and breakages are the main reason while a kitchen refurbishment or remodelling project often requires multi appliance purchases all at one.
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22nd Feb 2021
Time to spring clean the kitchen
As we officially head into Spring and with a little more time on our hands than usual, what better opportunity is there than to give your kitchen and utility room (if you have one) a decent spring clean. As the hub of most homes, kitchens are often the hardest to keep clean and tidy and, by default, are left to last when it comes to a deep clean.
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8th Feb 2021
Advice on buying the right hob for your kitchen.
As we all know, buying a new appliance often happens when you least expect it! Wear and tear and breakages are the main reason for having to replace a single kitchen appliance while a kitchen refurbishment or remodelling project often requires multi purchases all at one.
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18th Jan 2021
Inspiration for your kitchen island
With the move towards larger broken plan downstairs living over the last 12 months, it is hardly surprising that a kitchen island has been high on the list of demands. With so many varied activities taking place every day at home during lockdown, the kitchen island has become more important than ever.
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