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Air Force One Kitchen and a Little Inspiration
National Geographic had a feature on the Air Force One kitchen that aired some time ago. One of the things we found most interesting: the kitchen. If you were watching the show on mute, you’d think that this was a typical culinary kitchen. Chefs mill about garnishing dishes, rolling silverware in cloth napkins and the appliances are gourmet, professional grade. The kitchen is spacious and has an institutional stainless steel look. And then you see the list of coffee orders: Pres. Bush- Black w/ Equal, Mrs. Bush - Skim w/ Equal, Sec. Rice - Strong decaf, cream and Equal on the side. And it becomes clear that this is no ordinary kitchen! Read more »
QualityBath.com: Leader in Top Brand Discounted Kitchen Fixtures
At QualityBath.com you can outfit your kitchen from top to bottom. We feature kitchen sinks, kitchen accessories and more, all uniquely designed to fit your décor no matter if you have a traditional or modern motif. QualityBath.com has faucets, hot water dispensers, garbage disposals and other kitchen fixtures from brands such as Franke, Aquabrass, Newport and Waterstone. We also have furniture for kitchens, pot racks and other kitchen accessories to add the perfect accent to your next project.
Furniture for Kitchens: Spruce up your kitchen with functional, stylish kitchen furniture. We have consoles, coffee tables and dining tables from famed designer Paul Belmont, and wood or stainless steel workstations from Whitehaus.
Kitchen Faucets: No matter what sort of kitchen faucet you want, you can find it at QualityBath.com. There are pull-out faucets, single-lever faucets, sprayers, and high-arching pot fillers. Choose from brands like Herbeau, Porcher and more.
Kitchen Accessories: Get all the little gadgets you want to perfectly accessorize your kitchen. Choose from soap dispensers, mesh drains, towel racks, pot racks, paper towel holders and more.
Laundry Sinks for Kitchens: Clean up the biggest messes with a laundry sink from QualityBath.com. These old-world sinks can be used for washing clothes or a pile of dirty dishes from your dinner party. Choose from brands such as MTI, Whithaus, Aquatic, Deca and more.
Visit QualityBaths.com to get all the kitchen fixtures you need, at prices you want. Our kitchen products are unique in design, superior in quality, and affordable for any budget. From soap dispensers to laundry sinks, you can find it all at QualityBath.com.
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| How to Install a Hot Water Dispenser
Installing hot water dispensers is similar to a kitchen faucet, but the water dispensed is typically 190 degrees Fahrenheit. These are great for making hot drinks, instant soups, and more. Installation for each brand may be different, so refer to your manual for specific instructions, but here is the general overview of how to install a hot water dispenser: Read more »
10 Kitchen Design Ideas
If you’re looking to spruce up a kitchen without huge projects like replacing large appliances like the range, refrigerator or dishwasher, here are ten ways to get a nicer looking cooking space.
- Sinks: A new sink installation can make a kitchen shine. Find the sink you want, whether it’s ceramic/porcelain or traditional stainless steel kitchen sinks, and renovate your cleaning space.
- Faucets: If you’re not up to replacing the entire sink, try a stylish faucet fixture that will give a sink a new look. Check out these fashionable kitchen faucets installations to give your kitchen a classy appearance. Read more »
Bathroom Designs: Remodel Small Bathroom
Looking to remodel small bathroom? Still using the towels you got ten years ago for your wedding? Is the paint cracking above your shower? Well, then its probably time to update your bathroom designs. And with an average 100% return on investment with bathroom redesigns, you really have nothing to lose.
Herbeau "Medicis" Copper Bathtub - 0711
10 ways to improve your bathroom designs:
- Update the fixtures: Today’s bathroom vanities, bathroom faucets and tubs are streamlined to allow for maximum space-saving. They are decorative and functional, and add lasting beauty to your bathroom designs. Read more »
Increase the Value of Your Home with Bathroom Vanities & Kitchen Fixtures
With the current volatility of the housing and lending market, many homeowners are staying in their current residences rather than purchasing larger homes. Families that may have planned to stay in their present home for just 5 or 6 years, are finding themselves staying there a decade or more. So, to increase the beauty and resale value of their home, they are upgrading their homes by redesigning their kitchens or bathrooms.
A bathroom renovation can add a 100% return on investment (ROI) to the value of a home, and a kitchen redesign can add nearly 95% ROI, according to the NY Home and Garden Show. Not to mention, an updated kitchen or bathroom design is appealing to new home owners, who won’t have to invest the time, money and effort into updating the room on their own.
As you know, the kitchen is the heart of a home. Whether you are throwing a party, or just chit-chatting with family, people mainly congregate in the kitchen. So a kitchen designed with comfort and accommodation in mind, can dramatically increase the value and sale-ability of a home. Function and convenience is paramount of course, but to implement family-friendly and comfortable features into the design as well, like new kitchen sinks and/or kitchen faucets, which will make it even more appealing to future buyers.
The same goes for bathrooms. Unlike kitchens which are a “meeting place” for the family, the bathroom is a place for solitude and private time. So with that in mind, aim to make the place as comfortable as possible. Utilize modern fixtures such as bathroom vanities and add space-saving storage.
As said before, you can expect roughly a 100% ROI on your kitchen or bathroom redesign. So, if you spend $5000 on a new bathroom, you can add $5000 to the selling price of your home. With that in mind, what do you have to lose?
Products to help you upgrade or redesign you kitchen and bathroom:
- Rohl Products
- Bathroom Vanities
- Kitchen Sinks
- Kitchen Faucets
- A Jacuzzi Whirlpool or Jacuzzi Tub
- Whirlpools & Air Tubs
- Aquatic Products & Aquatic Whirlpools
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| How to Install Kitchen Sinks & Kitchen Faucets
They took everything, except the kitchen sinks. You’ve heard that many times before. But in reality, sometimes we wish someone would take this dingy old sink off your hands! If you are looking to install a kitchen sink, here is a step-by-step guide to help:
- Purchase Your Choice of Many Kitchen Sinks - If you are putting a sink into a new countertop, then you can purchase kitchen sinks of any size. However, if you are replacing a sink into an existing counter-top, you will need to purchase a sink that is the exact same size as your old one.
- Turn Off the Water - When replacing old kitchen sinks, be sure to turn off the water before removing the sink or any plumbing.
- Remove the Kitchen Fixtures - Take off the kitchen faucets and any fixtures. Then, unscrew the p-trap, and remove any plumbing. You want to make sure there is plenty of space beneath the sink to perform your work.
- Cut the Counter Top - For installing new kitchen sinks, you will need to cut a hole in the counter-top. A template will be included in the packaging of your new kitchen sink. Secure it to the counter-top, and then using a saw, follow the template and cut a hole.
- Putty the Hole - Using plumber’s putty, coat the edge of the hole, whether you cut it yourself or are installing into a pre-existing hole.
- Set the Kitchen Sink - Set the sink into the new hole. You may need to push the faucet and handles through the pre-cut holes in the sink. The sink should fit snugly.
- Caulk the Sink - Using a caulk gun, water-proof the edges of the sink where it meets the counter-top. Clamp the sink down, and wait an hour or so for it to dry.
- Replace any Kitchen Fixtures - Under the sink, replace the p-trap and other fixtures. Above the sink, re-tighten the faucet and handles.
Finally, turn back on the water and test your new kitchen sink! If you face any trouble, contact your local hardware store for specific instructions related to installing your kitchen sinks.
Remodel Your Kitchen with These Kitchen Sinks:
- Apron Kitchen Sinks
- Copper and Brass Kitchen Sinks
- Fireclay Kitchen Sinks
- Glass Kitchen Sinks
- Stainless Steel Kitchen Sinks
- Stone Kitchen Sinks