With coronavirus lockdown restrictions easing and the warm summer days stretching ahead, you might be looking forward to entertaining at home throughout the summer months, as you catch up with family and friends. The kitchen is at the heart of most summer entertaining; however, you might feel that your own kitchen looks slightly worse for wear and uninspiring. If this is the case, read on to get some ideas of how to update your kitchen for summer.
Kitchen tiles
Fresh kitchen tiles are an easy way to give your kitchen a lift, and look amazing whether fitted on your floors or on your walls. They are an immensely practical option for kitchens as they are durable and hygienic — regular mopping and disinfecting with a cloth and suitable cleaner will ensure that your floor and wall tiles stay at their best. Check out Italian Tiles Outlet for kitchen tiles Leeds, who have a range of high-quality ceramic and porcelain kitchen floor tiles. When looking for tiles for your kitchen wall, consider the style you are after. You might, for instance, like the look of retro tiles, or prefer to add some laid back Mediterranean flair with Spanish-style tiles.
Reconsider storage
Pots and pans, cooking utensils, and seldom used trendy cooking gadgets all take up space. As such, your kitchen can all too easily become cluttered. If you have crockery spilling out of every cupboard and struggle to find a place to put away the washing up, it might be time to declutter your kitchen cupboards and rethink your storage. You could install a smart and savvy storage system that keeps your kitchen equipment out of the way but easy to find whenever you need it, such as pull-out cabinet storage or wall-mounted storage.
Replace blinds and curtains
Window coverings are important in providing shade and privacy to your kitchen; however, they can soon become grubby and stained. Consider changing the window coverings in your kitchen to add a bit of colour and texture. Blinds are a great choice as they give you more control over exactly how much light you want to let into the room, whether you want to keep the bright midday sun out of your eyes or want to maximise the natural light on a gloomier day. Rattan blinds give your kitchen a feel of the tropics, or you could go for classic Roman blinds in a bright colour.
Update your appliances
Kitchen appliances, such as your cooker, oven, and fridge, are built to last and, if properly maintained, can last a lifetime. However, kitchen appliances are subject to fashion as with other home furnishings, and nothing dates a kitchen more than outdated appliances. Furthermore, with the rapid advancement of technology, some of your appliances may no longer be at the cutting edge of efficiency. Why not update your appliances with modern versions that have additional features? For instance, a fridge with an ice maker makes a perfect addition for summer entertaining, and a smart oven is easier to bake with.
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