Classic to Modern

 

 

We pride ourselves on being versatile in any style of design. Take a look at two of our recent projects that depict flexibility in our design styles.The first three pictures are of a beautiful classic styled bathroom, while the final three illustrate the clean lines of a modern style kitchen. 

Main KBG blog page…

We have been amazingly still and quiet over here at our North Hills location’s blog page- mostly because we have been chugging along to help create a collaborative blog for Kitchen & Bath Galleries as a whole. Check out the new blog page at kbgblog.com and see what you think!

We will still post here from time to time, especially if we have news or an event exclusive to this location, but the main blog will be updated on a much more regular basis. We hope you will enjoy it!

Kitchen sink favorites- round one

We like to think of the kitchen sink as an anchor. Regardless of your cooking and cleaning style, your design preferences, or your current stage of life-whether you’re washing wine glasses or baby bottles- the fact remains that you will spend a good deal of quality time with your kitchen sink. So choose wisely!

Today we begin a series of round-ups of a few types of kitchen sinks that we have used in our own projects. We’ll start with the apron-front/farmhouse style. This type of sink is installed in our showroom’s front window display, and is one of our customer favorites. We like it because in addition to its aesthetic beauty, it’s a real workhorse in terms of functionality and durability. We also appreciate its flexibility- farm sink styles range from rustic to sleek.

Countertops that work for you

We are frequently asked how to pick the perfect countertop material for one’s lifestyle. This is a great question to ask when thinking of renovating a kitchen or bathroom! Every countertop material has its own characteristics, and these characteristics should be considered every bit as much as the look. HGTV has a helpful article breaking down the basics in comparing materials before finalizing your choice of countertop. We are always happy to answer questions here in the showroom, but for a quick reference guide, click the link below!

http://www.hgtv.com/kitchens/choosing-the-right-kitchen-countertops/index.html

Bath Bars

A fun alternative to a towel bar, is using a wine rack! They come in many shapes, styles, and can also be mounted on the wall or simply set on the floor! Here are a couple examples we like…

Say Goodbye to the Junk Drawer!

The kitchen utensil drawer is definitely a VIP spot- and should be treated as such! We love the wooden dividers used here, which can also be used in many other places and ways in the quest to achieve an organized kitchen or bathroom.

Cleaning tunes

Cleaning is always a hot topic around the new year, and our most frequently asked question for our showroom newsletter is always about how to clean the products we sell. We came across this fun site offering a playlist designed to bring out and  motivate your inner Merry Maid…

http://www.cleanaphoria.com/cleaning-tunes/

To help ring in a sparkly clean new year, we’ve also included a few tips for taking care of your tcabinetry and appliances below:

CABINETRY: Fine cabinetry should be treated as you would treat fine furniture. For ordinary cleaning, wipe the cabinets with a soft, clean cloth dampened slightly with water. Dry immediately with another clean, soft cloth. For more thorough cleaning, use a clean cloth dampened with a solution of mild dishwashing soap and warm water. Be sure to dry thoroughly- excess moisture is one of the worst enemies of any finish! Be sure to wipe up spills promptly with a clean, soft cloth. Avoid using harsh detergents, abrasive cleaners, or ammonia. Waxes or polishing compounds are not usually recommended because over time, they can cause build-up making a hazy, streaky appearance.

STAINLESS APPLIANCES: For light cleaning, you can “wash” the stainless with a cloth soaked in warm water, and dry with another cloth or towel. You might also consider adding a drop or two of vinegar. Fingerprints can often be removed with simple glass cleaner such as Windex. Cleaners made specifically for stainless steel, such as Stainless Steel Magic, are also good for stain removal and overall polishing.

NKBA consumer newsletter

In the past year, the NKBA- National Kitchen & Bath Association- has started producing its own newsletter for homeowners considering kitchen or bath projects. It’s easy to subscribe too, only comes a handful of times per year, and its advice can certainly be trusted.

Here’s a link to their Spring 2011 issue, which includes a great article about designing with children in mind….whether they your own kids, grandchildren, or just frequent visitors!

http://www.nkba.org/todayskb/?i=3

Our design team has experienced four new family additions in the past two years, so children are always on the brain over here! 🙂

Trending Tile

Geometric tile is sparking a new trend in backsplashes these days! Tile can be an inexpensive way to spruce up your space with style. Repetition of geometric shapes in subtle colors gives a fun yet sophisticated look. Check out our brand new backsplash in our showroom!

Also, for more ideas check out some of our favorites below!

Fun new tile collection

Check out this new tile series from Bellavita- linear style with a textured surface that is meant to emulate…corduroy! Interesting idea, with a stunning result!

Color shown is Aubergine, one of nine choices in the collection.