Kitchen Design Trends to Expect in 2020

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Kitchen Design Trends to Expect in 2020

The New Year is best celebrated by refreshing all parts of life. The home is where the heart is, so what better place to start than there? Kitchen design trends change every year, however, many key aspects and similarities between them will always remain the same and stay trendy. If your new year’s resolution is “new year, new kitchen,” then you are in good hands! Our design team has weighed in on what trends will be the most popular in home kitchens for 2020.

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Best Methods for Cleaning Stainless Steel

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Best Methods for Cleaning Stainless Steel

With purchasing major kitchen appliances, one thing homeowners tend to forget about is the maintenance and upkeep stainless steel finished products require. Stainless steel is a beautiful, shiny material that is the most popular and versatile finish for home appliances. However, it does tend to be very receptive to finger prints, water marks, and streaks from our daily use. We have gathered some of the best methods for cleaning stainless steel appliances – both at home and store bought – that will leave your appliances looking brand all the time.

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The Different Types of Kitchen Backsplash

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The Different Types of Kitchen Backsplash

Kitchen designs are a very personal matter; You see them from the minute you wake up for your morning cup of coffee, all through the day to that late-night dessert.  A key focal point in the kitchen is the backsplash, since it is at eye-level and makes its way around the kitchen. It has to look good and fit the aesthetic that makes you feel at home.

Adding a backsplash is also one of the easiest, and most affordable ways to spruce up an existing or a brand-new kitchen. It not only protects the walls from spills and splatters, but it adds an appealing eye-catcher as well. Backsplashes have transformed from solely a protectant, to a decorative element that will either stand out or complement a color scheme.

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Preparing Your Kitchen for the Holiday Season

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Preparing Your Kitchen for the Holiday Season

The holidays will be here before we know it, so prepping your kitchen space for family gatherings is of top priority. The holiday marathon between Thanksgiving and New Years means preparing meals for more people than usual, baking fresh apple pies, and entertaining family and friends. Is your kitchen holiday-ready?

You deserve to enjoy the holidays just as much as when you’re the host, so it is important to be prepared so you can entertain and enjoy the festivities stress-free! If you’re in need of a bit of prep work and tips to ensure it is smooth sailing for the holidays in your kitchen, follow these tips and tricks from the Appliance Educator. 

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Color of the Year and Ways to Implement it in Your Kitchen

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Color of the Year and Ways to Implement it in Your Kitchen

As home and kitchen design are constantly evolving, homeowners are moving out of the trend of neutral color schemes and are becoming more bold with their color choices. But, sometimes it is difficult to make that drastic of a transition. Luckily, incorporating the color blue is the perfect solution. Blue is the color of the year and years to come simply because it bridges the gap between conservative and bold. You can use any shade of blue, such as a blue-grey periwinkle tone or pastel blue to work perfectly with neutral colors, or you can use an electric blue to really give your kitchen a bold pop of color. Every kitchen design should reflect the homeowners style or personality - and there is surely a way to implement blue in every shape and form!

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How to Clean and Maintain Your Dishwasher

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How to Clean and Maintain Your Dishwasher

Since a dishwasher is a place where your dishes go to get clean, most people don’t think to clean their dishwasher regularly. It is easy to assume your dishwasher will get cleaned alongside your dishes, but the reality is food, debris, and other deposits can easily build up over time. This can lead to underperformance and clogged drains, giving you a hassle of a cleaning experience in the long run.

It is important to regularly clean and maintain your dishwasher so that it can keep running smoothly and providing sparkling-clean dishes after every wash. Dishwashers are a mighty appliance, but they definitely aren’t maintenance-free. The Appliance Educator has a few easy-to-follow tips that will ensure your dishwasher is performing as its highest capacity.

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The Ultimate Refrigerator Buyer's Guide

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The Ultimate Refrigerator Buyer's Guide

Purchasing a fridge can be much more complicated and overwhelming than expected. After all, fridges just have one job of keeping your food cold and safe to eat, right? Like any kitchen appliance, there are many features that differentiate one item from the other that can completely change your opinion on it. There’s a vast selection of fridges with different installations, styles, features, and more - How can you know that you’re choosing the right one? It is important to determine which fridge you choose based off of what meets your standards for cosmetic appearance and style, what works for your kitchen design, and what is best suited for your household.

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Preparing Your Outdoor Kitchen for Cold Weather

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Preparing Your Outdoor Kitchen for Cold Weather

Winter is coming, which means it will soon be too cold for cookouts and typical outdoor entertainment. You’ve invested time, money, and love into creating your perfect outdoor kitchen space, so protecting it when the temperature drops is critical.  

If you neglect winterizing your kitchen, you risk facing broken water lines and damages to your appliances. Whether you are looking to make sure your kitchen survives the cold months while it isn’t in use, or you’re a determined to not let the winter keep you from cooking outdoors, these tips will keep your outdoor kitchen winter-friendly this season. 

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Types of Refrigerators to Consider

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Types of Refrigerators to Consider

Searching for the perfect fridge can be overwhelming, especially if you are in the midst of a remodel or renovation. Any research on a new appliance should be well-thought out, as all major appliances are purchased for their longevity. Our team at Appliance Educator wants to give you all of the necessary information to make this process an ease. The first step to finding the right fridge is picking out which style that works best for you and your household. It is important to consider all of the variables in this purchase, including your household’s current cooking habits and what would be the most convenient for your everyday interactions in the kitchen. 

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The Ultimate Guide to Farmhouse Style Kitchens

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The Ultimate Guide to Farmhouse Style Kitchens

The first step to every kitchen remodel is nailing down and clearly defining your favorite style. This will help get your project off to a smooth start and shape the direction you, your designer and your contractor need to go in. If you are into rustic charm with a modern flare, the farmhouse kitchen style may be the right one for you.

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How to Remove Scratches From Stainless Steel

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How to Remove Scratches From Stainless Steel

Nowadays you can walk into a kitchen full of stainless steel appliances. From the sink and oven to the refrigerator and dishwasher, even the microwave and toaster. There is just something about the shiny, trendy, and modern appeal to stainless steel we all love. What we may not love are those annoying scratches that show up. Stainless steel is a blend and mixture of specific metals to give it those defining characteristics. With the proper cleaning and maintenance, stainless steel can almost always retain its radiant glow and remove those scratches.

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Dishwasher Buyer's Guide

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Dishwasher Buyer's Guide

Your dishwasher is one of the hardest working appliances in your kitchen, so buying the right one is essential. The right one can save you time, energy, and water – our buyer’s guide eliminates the guessing and uncertainty surrounding that. There are many features, types, sizes and finishes available, so it is important to understand which dishwasher will work best for you.

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Black Stainless Steel Appliances: Yay or Nay?

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Black Stainless Steel Appliances: Yay or Nay?

Black stainless appliances have been around for years, but they seem to be in the spotlight now more than ever in kitchen design trends. We love keeping up with trends, but some may be weary because appliances are something you purchase for the long-run. But, let’s be honest–black is never out of trend! If you’re wanting to change up your kitchen space by upgrading your appliances or remodeling your home, why not take it to the next level by adding a sleek upgrade? If you’re big on kitchen design, you know the aesthetics of kitchen appliances can really make or break it.

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Tips for Surviving a Kitchen Remodel

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Tips for Surviving a Kitchen Remodel

There’s a deep dark secret behind every beautiful kitchen remodel that most are reluctant to talk about; and that’s the fact that you will have to live in a house with no kitchen for weeks or even months. Between scraped away dry wall bits on the floor and gutted out appliances, this is not a pretty or fun environment to be in.  

When you’re in the middle of making last-minute and major decisions when it comes to your remodel and working hours on end to get it where you want to be, the last thing you want to worry about is where you’re going to make the kids’ lunch or whip up some dinner. Luckily for you, the Appliance Educator has not only done major research but has some first-hand experiences when it comes to a kitchen renovation. As the first in this blog series, here are 5 survival tips for your next kitchen remodel.

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Cabinet Storage Ideas to Optimize Kitchen Space

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Cabinet Storage Ideas to Optimize Kitchen Space

Nothing quite compares to the feeling of having a perfectly organized and clutter-free kitchen. I mean, come on, who doesn’t love reaching into an organized cabinet and finding the bowl you need right where it is supposed to be? Or prepping dinner with clutter-free and clean counter tops? Without the proper amount of storage space, it can get difficult to stay organized and clean in your kitchen. If you’re lacking kitchen storage space but don’t want to put in the amount of money and effort it takes for a full kitchen reno, it’s time to hack those cabinets, drawers, and islands with some space-saving ideas.

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Upgrade Your Outdoor Kitchen With These Appliances

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Upgrade Your Outdoor Kitchen With These Appliances

The ideal summer night includes delicious BBQ, friends, and a beautiful outdoor kitchen to enjoy it in. Of course the essential outdoor appliances are needed such as the BBQ grill, fridge, and sink-but does it feel as if something is missing? Upgrading your kitchen with the addition of unique outdoor appliances will boost the ambience and create a great experience for you and your guests.

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How to Choose the Best Kitchen Sink For You

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How to Choose the Best Kitchen Sink For You

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your kitchen appliances or are designing a brand-new kitchen of your dreams, picking out the right kitchen sink can be a bit difficult if you don’t know what your options are.

We have compiled a list of the different types of styles and materials of kitchen sinks. Each type has various functions for various kitchen layouts. We have outlined the pros and cons for you to help you narrow down the sink that will best fit your needs.

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What are the Different Types of Range Hoods?

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What are the Different Types of Range Hoods?

As kitchen design trends are constantly evolving, range hoods have become more of a necessity rather than a luxury appliance in the kitchen. It is clear as to why: they will only have benefits to your daily cooking regime while giving your kitchen a beautiful upgrade! Range hoods work wonders with removing grease, smoke, heat and food smells from your stovetop as well as illuminate the stovetop for those late night snacks.

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