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What’s There to Know About Laundry Rooms? Here’s the Scoop.

You may not love doing laundry but you don’t have to hate doing it if your laundry room is designed for efficiency and nods toward upbeat visuals. Do everything you can to prevent your laundry room from becoming a catch-all room or the place you throw things when unexpected company knocks on the door or you’re running behind for the dinner party that hasn’t completely come together. Okay, let’s be real. Go ahead and throw a few things in there, close the door and put on your biggest Welcome, glad you’re here smile!

Kitchen Designs

We love to talk about kitchens because there’s so much to say. They can be just utilitarian or can have wow factors. Some people definitely want a multitude of wow factors while others just want a kitchen that works for them (which may mean having plenty of space for take-out!) Whether you go over the top or prefer understated, chances are family and friends will make it a gathering place. That’s why kitchen design is important.

Gadgets Galore: Some You Gotta Have and Some You Can Forget

Gadgets have a way of taking over your kitchen. But some are definite time savers and many make your life much easier. So, what are super cool kitchen helpers and what are just plain nonsense and a waste of space?

French Door Refrigerators…Are They for You?

French door refrigerators, with side-by-side doors and at least one freezer drawer below, are named after French double doors that swing out from a central point. The fridges are super trendy and can be one of the highlights of your dream kitchen. But all may not be oo-la-la, depending on your kitchen and your specific needs.

The Burning Question for Cooks: Which is Better? Gas or Dual-Fuel Ranges?

Life is fuel of choices! Choosing the right range for your cooking needs is one of them. It can be confusing, and the wrong choice can be expensive and result in your range not operating as you had hoped.

Cooking with Kids: Yes, You Can and Yes, They Can, Too!

If you’re shaking your head “no” or furrowing your brow when you think about cooking with your kids, think again. It can be fun for them and for you. All you need to do is keep a few things in mind…and keep an open mind.

Autumn is in the Air and On the Table

A hot summer day is the perfect time to be outside enjoying the weather. But when fall comes, some of us are drawn into the kitchen to cook and bake. For those of us who don’t fancy themselves cooks or bakers, preparing a fall dinner can get you in the spirit. Recipes don’t have to be complicated and they don’t have to take forever to prepare. Here is an autumn menu that’s easy on the cook and savory delicious for your guests.

Energy Efficient Appliances Save You Money While Helping to Save the Environment

With the climate crisis headlining the news every day, more and more people are becoming educated about how and why energy consumption has impacted our lives and how it will determine much of our future...

Choosing the Right Mattress

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that a third of US adults usually get less than the recommended amount of sleep. Not getting enough sleep is linked with many chronic diseases and conditions....