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How to Fit a Kitchen Worktop
Widely used surfaces such as laminate and hardwood can be installed by any kitchen fitter or by a fairly confident
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Kitchen Worktops
Yourcountertops will be the most heavily used part of your kitchen and will have a significant impact on the overall look of the room
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How To Design Your New Kitchen Layout
These are made with no top surface requiring either a worktop or a sink to finish them off
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Kitchen Units
Storage is a key element of any kitchen and depending on its size and fittings a new fitted kitchen can cost anything from
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Kitchen Design & Layout
The kitchen is often thought to be the heart of the home and one thats well presented is often the make or break factor in selling a property
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Kitchen Sinks
However no longer is a sink just a functional area of the kitchen in recent years it is also becoming a focal point in itself that complements the rest of the rooms design rather than compromising it
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Kitchen Taps
There is an immense selection of kitchen taps available on the market today to satisfy all tastes and budgets and match any kitchen design scheme this therefore means that the final choice simply comes down to aesthetic appearance and functionality
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Synthetic Solid Worktops
Developments in technology have further expanded our options to create synthetic or compositeworktop materials which since they are man made are usually manufactured to specifically fit each individual kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/synthetic
Natural Solid Worktops
Nature has provided us with a number of materials that lend themselves well to worktops adding a stylish and organic element to a kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/natural
Low Cost Kitchen Refurbishment
To completely refurbish and refit a kitchen from new is an expensive and longwinded procedure
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Installing A New Kitchen Sink
Inset sinks are mounted into a hole in the worktop such that the rim of the sink overlaps the worktop and supports the weight
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Kitchen Sink Materials
Until relatively recently the range of kitchen sink materials from which kitchen designers could choose were very limited
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-sinks/sink-materials
Kitchen Splashbacks
The addition of splashbacks presents an ideal opportunity for you to personalise your kitchen using matching or contrasting materials
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Laminated Worktops
Fundamentally all laminated worktops are constructed from a highdensity particleboard core onto which a sheet of paper carrying the pattern is heatbonded using resin adhesives
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/laminate
Attributes Common To All Kitchen Appliances
All kitchen appliances share the following common attributes
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Kitchen Floor Plans
There are three key zones to a kitchen which professional kitchen planners aim to link together by creating a working triangle
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Kitchen Base Units
With no lid a standard base unit is designed to support a worktop so its dimensions are generated such that it will sit comfortably underneath the worktop and also support the worktop at
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Key Variables Of Kitchen Tap Design
Types of kitchen tap
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Additional Kitchen Unit Features
Kitchen manufacturers are constantly innovating new methods to optimise the storage space that our kitchens provide
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Contemporary Worktops
Steel can create a truly contemporary look in any kitchen
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Designing A Safe Kitchen Environment
When considering your own kitchen floorplan for safety reasons you should adhere to the following guidelines
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Kitchen Lighting
The atmosphere of every room in your home can benefit from good lighting and the kitchen is no exception where food preparation and cooking needs to be well lit
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Kitchen Wall Units
Your specific kitchen supplier will be able to provide full details and dimensions of their own particular cabinets
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Kitchen Cabinet Doors - Styles & Materials
The overall appearance of a kitchen is heavily influenced by the style of its cabinet doors but while each manufacturer goes to great lengths to create their own designs kitchen units are all essentially based on a handful of basic themes
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Kitchen Sink Layouts
The standard single bowl and drainer sink also remains incredibly popular for small kitchens
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How To Fit A New Kitchen Tap
D hot water supply and if youre removing an existing tap turn the kitchen taps on until the water flow stops to drain this pipework as much as possible
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Types Of Kitchen Tap
Key variables of kitchen tap design
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Built In Ovens
To achieve a more streamlined look ovens can be separated from the hob and built in to kitchen cabinets either above the worktop in a tower or beneath the worktop
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances/built-in-ovens
Plinths, Cornicing and Pelmets
Fitted kitchens are designed to completely fill a given space with no gaps or breaks
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Kitchen Appliances
Over the last few years technological developments have permitted a huge increase in the options and choices for every kitchen appliance as a quick look around the various internet and high street kitchen appliance retailers will show
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Kitchen Cabinet Door Handles
More kitchens topics
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Cooking Appliances
The unit simply slides into a gap between kitchen cabinets and thus can be taken with you if you move house
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Dishwasher Sizes & Formats
The door of a fully integrated machine is completely disguised by a kitchen panel and the operating controls are found on the top edge of the door
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Tumble Dryer Sizes & Formats
K tumble dryers is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
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Freestanding Cookers
The simplest and most costeffective cooker is a freestanding one as it includes both hob and ovens in a single unit that simply slides into a gap between kitchen cabinets and can be taken with you if you move house
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Miscellaneous Appliances
In large kitchens you may have enough space and a large enough budget to add the very latest mod cons
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Washing Machines
Whether your washing machine and dryer are housed in a separate laundry room or included in your kitchen layout there is a wide choice of machines available to do the job
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Washer Dryer Sizes & Formats
The major aesthetic issue with washer dryers is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washer-dryers/variants
Washing Machine Sizes & Formats
K washing machines is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washing-machines/variants
Useful Links
Buy bathroom taps kitchen taps and showers online
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Cooker Hoods
If you do not choose to include a cooker hood air extraction in a kitchen should be ensured using an extractor fan
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooker-hoods
Refrigerator and Freezer Sizes & Formats
If your kitchen cannot fit a large or multiple cooling appliances a separate freezer could be located in another area such as the garage or a utility room
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/fridge-and-freezer/variants
Built In Hobs
Built in hobs do not have to be located immediately above or beside the ovens this can therefore make for flexible working spaces in your kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances/built-in-hobs
Washer Dryers
The major aesthetic issue with washer dryers is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washer-dryers
Dishwashers
Dishwashers require connection to electrical water and waste water services within a kitchen as such you should ensure that you can site your dishwasher within easy reach of all three
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Tumble Dryers
K tumble dryers is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/tumble-dryers
Refrigerators & Freezers
Every kitchen needs somewhere to keep perishable food fresh
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Egg Shell, and Kitchen & Bathroom Paint Calculator
Heavy wearing oil based paints such as those suitable for a kitchen or bathroom tend to be slightly thicker in consistency than emulsion paints and therefore do not spread quite so far
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/paint/paint-calculators/bathroom-paint-calculator
Bathroom & Kitchen Electrics
All electrical work in kitchens and bathrooms is notifiable which means that you should employ the services of an electrician who is a member of an authorised competent person selfcertification scheme or notify your
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/bathroom-and-kitchen
Fuel Options
When deciding the layout of your kitchen remember that an induction hob cannot be placed immediatley above another electrical appliance as this disturbs the magnetic field
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances/fuel-options
Draining & Isolating The Plumbing System
Attach a length of hose between a mainsfed cold water tap ie the kitchen tap and the spluttering tap
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/mains-water-systems/draining-system
Cooker Hood Sizes & Formats
More kitchen appliances topics
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooker-hoods/variants
Domestic Plumbing Systems
This is because the mains water is fed directly to the cold tap in the kitchen and a cold water storage tank usually found in the loft space thus all other taps showers
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Window Frame Materials
Most wooden frames will be made using timber from a sustainable forest in
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Plumbing & Heating
How to fit a kitchen tap
http://www.simplifydiy.com/home/test-plumb
Wood Flooring
With this is mind it is imperative that wooden floors are protected from dampso a concrete subfloor must be covered with a dampproof membrane and a wooden subfloor must have sufficient ventilation beneath it usually via air bricks to keep the floor surface dry
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring
Will it fit?
Y enthusiasts as they look to split a room into two smaller ones or perhaps add a functional wall to the kitchen area
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Re-painting Wooden Window Frames
... ...
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Repairing a leaking tap
Most frequently found in the kitchen where the taps handes water direct from the mains if the taps leaks from the fawcet then
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SimplifyDIY Glossary: D
A cylindrical wooden peg that secures butt joints in timber by penetrating half way into each wooden member
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Extractor Fans
As kitchens bathrooms and laundries are particularly prone to condensation its important to provide some means of expelling the moist air along with any potentially unpleasant odours with may form
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Replacing A WC Suite
If the pan is screwed to a wooden floor remove the screws and loosen the pan from the floor using a chisel if necessary
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Bathroom Design Considerations
Bathroom access a separate wc or a wc within a bathroom must not be accessed directly off a kitchen living room or dining room
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-planning/key-considerations
Sanded Floorboards
To sand back and repair wooden floorboards you wil need the following
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Building Regulations For Extensions
As is fashionable these days a conservatory added to extend a kitchen generally has no door or partition and is therefore falls into this category
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Conservatories
As is fashionable these days an open planconservatory addedto a kitchen is classed as a habitable room however
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Solid Hardwood Flooring
It is not therefore suitable for kitchens
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Electrical Sockets & Switches
Bathroom kitchen electrics
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/sockets-and-switches
SimplifyDIY Glossary: C
Formica or melamine to construct cheap furniture especially kitchen units
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Parquet Flooring
It is not therefore suitable for kitchens
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SimplifyDIY Glossary: A
Used for instance to ventilate the underside of a wooden floor or a roof space
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Macerators
Most commonly found in a bathroom within a loft conversion they can also be used in domestic kitchenutility situations
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Domestic Electrical Circuits
Bathroom kitchen electrics
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/electrical-circuits
Considering Building Regulations When Installing A Stud Wall
Y enthusiasts as they look to split a room into two smaller ones or perhaps add a functional wall to the kitchen area
http://www.simplifydiy.com/featured-articles/building-stud-wall
Door Types
C doors which are mounted on a prebuilt frame to match the size of the door space wooden doors are constructed in one of three ways
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors/door-types
Drainage Systems
Remaining waste waters from washbasins bath and kitchen sink etc are combined via seperate smaller bore branch pipes in a gully just below ground level
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/mains-water-systems/drainage-systems
Part P: Wiring Regulations
Extra power points or lighting points or other alterations to existing circuits except in a kitchen or bathroom or outdoors
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-p/wiring-regulations
Painting New Wood Doors
Nowhere is this more applicable than when painting a new wooden door but dont let this put you off
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/doors/new-wood
Ventilation Of The Sub Floor Layer
Many traditional properties are built with a suspended wooden floor which sits above a void air space between the perimeter walls and ground
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/sub-floor-ventilation
SimplifyDIY Glossary: P
The projecting base of external walls or a detachable panel that covers pipework and feet by sits underneath the kitchen cabinets next to the floor
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Using the Directory
Kitchen kitchen planning
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Tiles
If youdesire a truly superb finishto a bathroom kitchen or even a hall floor then tiles are for you andif you cant find a tile you like then you probably havent been looking hard enough
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/tiles
Doors
C doors which are mounted on a prebuilt frame to match the size of the door space wooden doors are constructed in one of three ways
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors
Solid Wall Insulation
Internal insulation systems are usually mounted onto wooden studwork frames which are then plugged onto the wall
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/wall-insulation/solid-walls
Energy Saving Products Guide
Attributes common to all kitchen appliances
http://www.simplifydiy.com/energy-efficiency/energy-saving-products
Successfully Damp Proofing Your Home
Modern homes tend not to have suspended wooden floors but solid concrete ones instead since they are cheaper to construct
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp-proofing
Replacing A Cold Water Storage Tank
Normally located in the loft space the cold water tank supplies water to the hot water tank which sits directly below it and feeds the hot water taps shower etc aswell as all of the cold water taps in the property with the exception of the kitchen tap
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/cold-water-tank
Clearing Blocked Pipes & Drains
Internal waste pipes can easily become blocked over time with hair grease kitchen waste etc
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/mains-water-systems/clearing-pipes
Basic Toolbox
Similarly it is often a great help to specifically target a wooden stud for extra support
http://www.simplifydiy.com/tools-and-materials/basic-toolbox
Extensions
Indeed estate agents across the country agree that a loft conversion extension or conservatory are the top three ways to add value to your home even more so than a new kitchen or bathroom
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions
SimplifyDIY Glossary: L-O
... a window or panels in a door n needle a wooden beam that temporarily supports a section of wall above an ...
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SimplifyDIY Glossary: H-K
A horizontal wooden or metal beam such as a
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SimplifyDIY Glossary: B
... attached to the side of a staircase barge board a wooden board placed at the end of roof timbers to protect ...
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Identifying And Eliminating Dry Rot
The fungus flourishes in damp unventilated conditions so it will most often be found in areas that are rarely seen on structural timbers such as joists and roof trusses behind skirting boards and door frames and on the underside of wooden floors
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Calculating The Amount of Paint Required
... use emulsion paint calculator gloss paint calculator egg shell and kitchen bathroom paint calculator primer paint calculator further information and useful ...
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Garage Doors
Most upandover doors need to be fixed to a wooden frame while some doors come with their own frame which is screwed to the surrounding masonry
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/garage-doors
Radiators
Mirror radiators take this application one step further and are perfect for a bathroom or kitchen where the heated surface prevents condensation from developing so your mirror is never misted up
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/radiators
Tools and Tips for tiling
When grouting tiles for a wet area such as a bathroom or kitchen use a rubberlike grout with a silicone or polyurethane base
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/tiles/tools-and-tips
SimplifyDIY Glossary: J-K
A horizontal wooden or metal beam such as a
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SimplifyDIY Glossary: N-O
... ...
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Guide to using the directory and search
... of the house you are wish to search under ie kitchen or plumber store name if you have a particular company ...
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Painting a door
Successfully repainting a wooden door
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Laminate Flooring
Can withstand humidity of kitchens
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/laminate-flooring
Engineered Wood Flooring
This property makes engineered wood ideal for kitchens and bathrooms and allows it to be fitted with confidence above underfloor heating pipes
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/engineered-wood
Carpet Fitting
Tacks where the carpet is folded at the edge and nailed to the wooden floor with tacks every
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet/carpet-fitting
Type Of Washbasin
As with kitchens the use of a countertop means that having an undermounted sink is also an option
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/washbasins/washbasin-types
Repainting Wood Doors
Nine times out of ten the time taken to repaint a wooden door is down to the condition of the existing paintwork
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/doors/repainting-wood
Key Variables Of Bathroom Tap Design
Unlike kitchen taps which must keep the hot and cold water supplies seperate bathroom taps can mix the water supplies
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fittings/bathroom-taps/tap-variables
Door Hanging Options
Several doors can be alternately hinged together to create a folding partition that can be used to create flexible living space for example to open up a kitchen and dining room or segregate off an area
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors/door-hanging
Window Requirements Of The Building Regulations
... is 600mm 24in deep and 900mm 35in high such as kitchen base units the window control must be no higher than ...
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Basic Domestic Electrics
W while big kitchen appliances may need up to
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/basic-electrics
Electrical Safety In The Home
Addition of lighting points switches and sockets to existing circuits except in kitchens bathrooms and outdoors
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/electrical-regulations
Shelving
Plate glass is ideally suited to providing contemporary shelving in a bathroom or kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/shelving
Free Basic listing
... relevant to your business separated with a space eg bathroom kitchen wait for the categories to load then tick those that ...
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Light Bulbs
Combined with under unit lighting globes work well as the main ceiling light in a kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/lightbulbs
Full Superior Listing
... relevant to your business separated with a space eg bathroom kitchen wait for the categories to load then tick those that ...
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Installing A New Bathroom Washbasin
Cut a hole in the unit for the washbasin by either tracing around the template supplied with the washbasin or by turning the washbasin upside down in the desired position on the worktop and drawing around the edge with a pencil
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/washbasins/fitting
SimplifyDIY Glossary: G
... of a house supporting a ridged roof gable board a wooden board placed at the end of roof timbers at the ...
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Basements
Adequate ventilation must be provided to the basement by means of an open staircase a window or airpipes especially if the basement houses a bathroom bedroom or kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions/basements
Painting a Window Frame
Repainting a wooden window frame
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/windows
Painting New Wood Window Frames
Nowhere is this more applicable than when painting a new wooden frame but dont let this put you off
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/windows/new-wood
Wet Rot
Wet rot will almost always be due to some sort of structural defect which is allowing water to collect on a wooden surface be it condensation rainwater or water from the propertys plumbing
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/wet-rot
The Causes Of Damp - What To Check
This is caused by humid air hitting a cool surface so check that kitchens bathrooms and boilers are well ventilated to carry this moisture rich air away
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp/water-entry
Site Map
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Widely used surfaces such as laminate and hardwood can be installed by any kitchen fitter or by a fairly confident
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/fitting-tools-and-tips
Kitchen Worktops
Yourcountertops will be the most heavily used part of your kitchen and will have a significant impact on the overall look of the room
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops
How To Design Your New Kitchen Layout
These are made with no top surface requiring either a worktop or a sink to finish them off
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-planning/kitchen-layout-tips
Kitchen Units
Storage is a key element of any kitchen and depending on its size and fittings a new fitted kitchen can cost anything from
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units
Kitchen Design & Layout
The kitchen is often thought to be the heart of the home and one thats well presented is often the make or break factor in selling a property
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-planning
Kitchen Sinks
However no longer is a sink just a functional area of the kitchen in recent years it is also becoming a focal point in itself that complements the rest of the rooms design rather than compromising it
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-sinks
Kitchen Taps
There is an immense selection of kitchen taps available on the market today to satisfy all tastes and budgets and match any kitchen design scheme this therefore means that the final choice simply comes down to aesthetic appearance and functionality
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-taps
Synthetic Solid Worktops
Developments in technology have further expanded our options to create synthetic or compositeworktop materials which since they are man made are usually manufactured to specifically fit each individual kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/synthetic
Natural Solid Worktops
Nature has provided us with a number of materials that lend themselves well to worktops adding a stylish and organic element to a kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/natural
Low Cost Kitchen Refurbishment
To completely refurbish and refit a kitchen from new is an expensive and longwinded procedure
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-refurbishment
Installing A New Kitchen Sink
Inset sinks are mounted into a hole in the worktop such that the rim of the sink overlaps the worktop and supports the weight
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-sinks/fitting
Kitchen Sink Materials
Until relatively recently the range of kitchen sink materials from which kitchen designers could choose were very limited
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-sinks/sink-materials
Kitchen Splashbacks
The addition of splashbacks presents an ideal opportunity for you to personalise your kitchen using matching or contrasting materials
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-splashbacks
Laminated Worktops
Fundamentally all laminated worktops are constructed from a highdensity particleboard core onto which a sheet of paper carrying the pattern is heatbonded using resin adhesives
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/laminate
Attributes Common To All Kitchen Appliances
All kitchen appliances share the following common attributes
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/common-attributes
Kitchen Floor Plans
There are three key zones to a kitchen which professional kitchen planners aim to link together by creating a working triangle
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-planning/kitchen-floor-plans
Kitchen Base Units
With no lid a standard base unit is designed to support a worktop so its dimensions are generated such that it will sit comfortably underneath the worktop and also support the worktop at
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/base-units
Key Variables Of Kitchen Tap Design
Types of kitchen tap
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-taps/tap-variables
Additional Kitchen Unit Features
Kitchen manufacturers are constantly innovating new methods to optimise the storage space that our kitchens provide
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/additional-features
Contemporary Worktops
Steel can create a truly contemporary look in any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/contemporary
Designing A Safe Kitchen Environment
When considering your own kitchen floorplan for safety reasons you should adhere to the following guidelines
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-planning/kitchen-layout-safety
Kitchen Lighting
The atmosphere of every room in your home can benefit from good lighting and the kitchen is no exception where food preparation and cooking needs to be well lit
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-lighting
Kitchen Wall Units
Your specific kitchen supplier will be able to provide full details and dimensions of their own particular cabinets
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/wall-units
Kitchen Cabinet Doors - Styles & Materials
The overall appearance of a kitchen is heavily influenced by the style of its cabinet doors but while each manufacturer goes to great lengths to create their own designs kitchen units are all essentially based on a handful of basic themes
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/doors
Kitchen Sink Layouts
The standard single bowl and drainer sink also remains incredibly popular for small kitchens
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-sinks/sink-layouts
How To Fit A New Kitchen Tap
D hot water supply and if youre removing an existing tap turn the kitchen taps on until the water flow stops to drain this pipework as much as possible
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-taps/fitting
Types Of Kitchen Tap
Key variables of kitchen tap design
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-taps/tap-types
Built In Ovens
To achieve a more streamlined look ovens can be separated from the hob and built in to kitchen cabinets either above the worktop in a tower or beneath the worktop
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances/built-in-ovens
Plinths, Cornicing and Pelmets
Fitted kitchens are designed to completely fill a given space with no gaps or breaks
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/plinths-and-cornicing
Kitchen Appliances
Over the last few years technological developments have permitted a huge increase in the options and choices for every kitchen appliance as a quick look around the various internet and high street kitchen appliance retailers will show
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances
Kitchen Cabinet Door Handles
More kitchens topics
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/door-handles
Cooking Appliances
The unit simply slides into a gap between kitchen cabinets and thus can be taken with you if you move house
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances
Dishwasher Sizes & Formats
The door of a fully integrated machine is completely disguised by a kitchen panel and the operating controls are found on the top edge of the door
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/dishwashers/variants
Tumble Dryer Sizes & Formats
K tumble dryers is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/tumble-dryers/variants
Freestanding Cookers
The simplest and most costeffective cooker is a freestanding one as it includes both hob and ovens in a single unit that simply slides into a gap between kitchen cabinets and can be taken with you if you move house
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances/freestanding-cookers
Miscellaneous Appliances
In large kitchens you may have enough space and a large enough budget to add the very latest mod cons
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/misc-appliances
Washing Machines
Whether your washing machine and dryer are housed in a separate laundry room or included in your kitchen layout there is a wide choice of machines available to do the job
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washing-machines
Washer Dryer Sizes & Formats
The major aesthetic issue with washer dryers is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washer-dryers/variants
Washing Machine Sizes & Formats
K washing machines is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washing-machines/variants
Useful Links
Buy bathroom taps kitchen taps and showers online
http://www.simplifydiy.com/useful-links
Cooker Hoods
If you do not choose to include a cooker hood air extraction in a kitchen should be ensured using an extractor fan
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooker-hoods
Refrigerator and Freezer Sizes & Formats
If your kitchen cannot fit a large or multiple cooling appliances a separate freezer could be located in another area such as the garage or a utility room
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/fridge-and-freezer/variants
Built In Hobs
Built in hobs do not have to be located immediately above or beside the ovens this can therefore make for flexible working spaces in your kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances/built-in-hobs
Washer Dryers
The major aesthetic issue with washer dryers is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washer-dryers
Dishwashers
Dishwashers require connection to electrical water and waste water services within a kitchen as such you should ensure that you can site your dishwasher within easy reach of all three
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/dishwashers
Tumble Dryers
K tumble dryers is their dark porthole which can spoil the lines of any kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/tumble-dryers
Refrigerators & Freezers
Every kitchen needs somewhere to keep perishable food fresh
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/fridge-and-freezer
Egg Shell, and Kitchen & Bathroom Paint Calculator
Heavy wearing oil based paints such as those suitable for a kitchen or bathroom tend to be slightly thicker in consistency than emulsion paints and therefore do not spread quite so far
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/paint/paint-calculators/bathroom-paint-calculator
Bathroom & Kitchen Electrics
All electrical work in kitchens and bathrooms is notifiable which means that you should employ the services of an electrician who is a member of an authorised competent person selfcertification scheme or notify your
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/bathroom-and-kitchen
Fuel Options
When deciding the layout of your kitchen remember that an induction hob cannot be placed immediatley above another electrical appliance as this disturbs the magnetic field
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances/fuel-options
Draining & Isolating The Plumbing System
Attach a length of hose between a mainsfed cold water tap ie the kitchen tap and the spluttering tap
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/mains-water-systems/draining-system
Cooker Hood Sizes & Formats
More kitchen appliances topics
http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooker-hoods/variants
Domestic Plumbing Systems
This is because the mains water is fed directly to the cold tap in the kitchen and a cold water storage tank usually found in the loft space thus all other taps showers
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/mains-water-systems
Window Frame Materials
Most wooden frames will be made using timber from a sustainable forest in
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/windows/window-frame-materials
Plumbing & Heating
How to fit a kitchen tap
http://www.simplifydiy.com/home/test-plumb
Wood Flooring
With this is mind it is imperative that wooden floors are protected from dampso a concrete subfloor must be covered with a dampproof membrane and a wooden subfloor must have sufficient ventilation beneath it usually via air bricks to keep the floor surface dry
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring
Will it fit?
Y enthusiasts as they look to split a room into two smaller ones or perhaps add a functional wall to the kitchen area
http://www.simplifydiy.com/home
Re-painting Wooden Window Frames
... ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/windows/repainting-wood
Repairing a leaking tap
Most frequently found in the kitchen where the taps handes water direct from the mains if the taps leaks from the fawcet then
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/tap-repairs
SimplifyDIY Glossary: D
A cylindrical wooden peg that secures butt joints in timber by penetrating half way into each wooden member
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/d
Extractor Fans
As kitchens bathrooms and laundries are particularly prone to condensation its important to provide some means of expelling the moist air along with any potentially unpleasant odours with may form
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/extractor-fans
Replacing A WC Suite
If the pan is screwed to a wooden floor remove the screws and loosen the pan from the floor using a chisel if necessary
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/wc-suite-installation
Bathroom Design Considerations
Bathroom access a separate wc or a wc within a bathroom must not be accessed directly off a kitchen living room or dining room
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-planning/key-considerations
Sanded Floorboards
To sand back and repair wooden floorboards you wil need the following
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/stripped-floorboards
Building Regulations For Extensions
As is fashionable these days a conservatory added to extend a kitchen generally has no door or partition and is therefore falls into this category
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/extensions
Conservatories
As is fashionable these days an open planconservatory addedto a kitchen is classed as a habitable room however
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions/conservatories
Solid Hardwood Flooring
It is not therefore suitable for kitchens
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/solid-hardwood
Electrical Sockets & Switches
Bathroom kitchen electrics
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/sockets-and-switches
SimplifyDIY Glossary: C
Formica or melamine to construct cheap furniture especially kitchen units
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/c
Parquet Flooring
It is not therefore suitable for kitchens
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/parquet-flooring
SimplifyDIY Glossary: A
Used for instance to ventilate the underside of a wooden floor or a roof space
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/a
Macerators
Most commonly found in a bathroom within a loft conversion they can also be used in domestic kitchenutility situations
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/macerator
Domestic Electrical Circuits
Bathroom kitchen electrics
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/electrical-circuits
Considering Building Regulations When Installing A Stud Wall
Y enthusiasts as they look to split a room into two smaller ones or perhaps add a functional wall to the kitchen area
http://www.simplifydiy.com/featured-articles/building-stud-wall
Door Types
C doors which are mounted on a prebuilt frame to match the size of the door space wooden doors are constructed in one of three ways
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors/door-types
Drainage Systems
Remaining waste waters from washbasins bath and kitchen sink etc are combined via seperate smaller bore branch pipes in a gully just below ground level
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/mains-water-systems/drainage-systems
Part P: Wiring Regulations
Extra power points or lighting points or other alterations to existing circuits except in a kitchen or bathroom or outdoors
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-p/wiring-regulations
Painting New Wood Doors
Nowhere is this more applicable than when painting a new wooden door but dont let this put you off
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/doors/new-wood
Ventilation Of The Sub Floor Layer
Many traditional properties are built with a suspended wooden floor which sits above a void air space between the perimeter walls and ground
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/sub-floor-ventilation
SimplifyDIY Glossary: P
The projecting base of external walls or a detachable panel that covers pipework and feet by sits underneath the kitchen cabinets next to the floor
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/p
Using the Directory
Kitchen kitchen planning
http://www.simplifydiy.com/home/test
Tiles
If youdesire a truly superb finishto a bathroom kitchen or even a hall floor then tiles are for you andif you cant find a tile you like then you probably havent been looking hard enough
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/tiles
Doors
C doors which are mounted on a prebuilt frame to match the size of the door space wooden doors are constructed in one of three ways
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors
Solid Wall Insulation
Internal insulation systems are usually mounted onto wooden studwork frames which are then plugged onto the wall
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/wall-insulation/solid-walls
Energy Saving Products Guide
Attributes common to all kitchen appliances
http://www.simplifydiy.com/energy-efficiency/energy-saving-products
Successfully Damp Proofing Your Home
Modern homes tend not to have suspended wooden floors but solid concrete ones instead since they are cheaper to construct
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp-proofing
Replacing A Cold Water Storage Tank
Normally located in the loft space the cold water tank supplies water to the hot water tank which sits directly below it and feeds the hot water taps shower etc aswell as all of the cold water taps in the property with the exception of the kitchen tap
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/cold-water-tank
Clearing Blocked Pipes & Drains
Internal waste pipes can easily become blocked over time with hair grease kitchen waste etc
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/mains-water-systems/clearing-pipes
Basic Toolbox
Similarly it is often a great help to specifically target a wooden stud for extra support
http://www.simplifydiy.com/tools-and-materials/basic-toolbox
Extensions
Indeed estate agents across the country agree that a loft conversion extension or conservatory are the top three ways to add value to your home even more so than a new kitchen or bathroom
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions
SimplifyDIY Glossary: L-O
... a window or panels in a door n needle a wooden beam that temporarily supports a section of wall above an ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/l
SimplifyDIY Glossary: H-K
A horizontal wooden or metal beam such as a
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/h-i
SimplifyDIY Glossary: B
... attached to the side of a staircase barge board a wooden board placed at the end of roof timbers to protect ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/b
Identifying And Eliminating Dry Rot
The fungus flourishes in damp unventilated conditions so it will most often be found in areas that are rarely seen on structural timbers such as joists and roof trusses behind skirting boards and door frames and on the underside of wooden floors
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/dry-rot
Calculating The Amount of Paint Required
... use emulsion paint calculator gloss paint calculator egg shell and kitchen bathroom paint calculator primer paint calculator further information and useful ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/paint/paint-calculators
Garage Doors
Most upandover doors need to be fixed to a wooden frame while some doors come with their own frame which is screwed to the surrounding masonry
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/garage-doors
Radiators
Mirror radiators take this application one step further and are perfect for a bathroom or kitchen where the heated surface prevents condensation from developing so your mirror is never misted up
http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/radiators
Tools and Tips for tiling
When grouting tiles for a wet area such as a bathroom or kitchen use a rubberlike grout with a silicone or polyurethane base
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/tiles/tools-and-tips
SimplifyDIY Glossary: J-K
A horizontal wooden or metal beam such as a
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/j-k
SimplifyDIY Glossary: N-O
... ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/n-o
Guide to using the directory and search
... of the house you are wish to search under ie kitchen or plumber store name if you have a particular company ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/listings-guide
Painting a door
Successfully repainting a wooden door
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/doors
Laminate Flooring
Can withstand humidity of kitchens
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/laminate-flooring
Engineered Wood Flooring
This property makes engineered wood ideal for kitchens and bathrooms and allows it to be fitted with confidence above underfloor heating pipes
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/engineered-wood
Carpet Fitting
Tacks where the carpet is folded at the edge and nailed to the wooden floor with tacks every
http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet/carpet-fitting
Type Of Washbasin
As with kitchens the use of a countertop means that having an undermounted sink is also an option
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/washbasins/washbasin-types
Repainting Wood Doors
Nine times out of ten the time taken to repaint a wooden door is down to the condition of the existing paintwork
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/doors/repainting-wood
Key Variables Of Bathroom Tap Design
Unlike kitchen taps which must keep the hot and cold water supplies seperate bathroom taps can mix the water supplies
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fittings/bathroom-taps/tap-variables
Door Hanging Options
Several doors can be alternately hinged together to create a folding partition that can be used to create flexible living space for example to open up a kitchen and dining room or segregate off an area
http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors/door-hanging
Window Requirements Of The Building Regulations
... is 600mm 24in deep and 900mm 35in high such as kitchen base units the window control must be no higher than ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/window-requirements
Basic Domestic Electrics
W while big kitchen appliances may need up to
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/basic-electrics
Electrical Safety In The Home
Addition of lighting points switches and sockets to existing circuits except in kitchens bathrooms and outdoors
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/electrical-regulations
Shelving
Plate glass is ideally suited to providing contemporary shelving in a bathroom or kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/shelving
Free Basic listing
... relevant to your business separated with a space eg bathroom kitchen wait for the categories to load then tick those that ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/advertise-your-business-free-signup
Light Bulbs
Combined with under unit lighting globes work well as the main ceiling light in a kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/lightbulbs
Full Superior Listing
... relevant to your business separated with a space eg bathroom kitchen wait for the categories to load then tick those that ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/advertise-your-business-paid-signup
Installing A New Bathroom Washbasin
Cut a hole in the unit for the washbasin by either tracing around the template supplied with the washbasin or by turning the washbasin upside down in the desired position on the worktop and drawing around the edge with a pencil
http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/washbasins/fitting
SimplifyDIY Glossary: G
... of a house supporting a ridged roof gable board a wooden board placed at the end of roof timbers at the ...
http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/g
Basements
Adequate ventilation must be provided to the basement by means of an open staircase a window or airpipes especially if the basement houses a bathroom bedroom or kitchen
http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions/basements
Painting a Window Frame
Repainting a wooden window frame
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/windows
Painting New Wood Window Frames
Nowhere is this more applicable than when painting a new wooden frame but dont let this put you off
http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/windows/new-wood
Wet Rot
Wet rot will almost always be due to some sort of structural defect which is allowing water to collect on a wooden surface be it condensation rainwater or water from the propertys plumbing
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/wet-rot
The Causes Of Damp - What To Check
This is caused by humid air hitting a cool surface so check that kitchens bathrooms and boilers are well ventilated to carry this moisture rich air away
http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp/water-entry
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