Solid-Surface Tops Make Great Kitchen CountersSolid-Surface Tops Make Great Kitchen Counters If you're looking to do something different in your kitchen, you might want to consider the option of a solid-surface countertop such as Corian or Avonite. While more expensive than many other types of tops, they can make a bold and beautiful addition to any kitchen. Solid surface tops are...
The Kitchen DebatesThe Kitchen Debates Over the years I've learned that it's very difficult to design a great kitchen, but fairly easy to design a good one-in fact, a basic kitchen will usually just about design itself. This assertion may have my kitchen designer colleagues whipping out their Dreizack knives, but no matter. First, on the question of size:...
The Wooden Cutting BlockThe Wooden Cutting Block FAQ Wood butcher block can take much hard wear and tear, be resurfaced or repaired, and continue looking good for many years. Before using a new butcher block, season it to prevent staining and absorption of food odors and bacteria. A mineral oil finish is preferable to polyurethane or varnish because the oil...