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More and more people are home baking as they embrace the new shabby-chic trend, according to chef Rosemary Shrager.Ms Shrager, who is a spokesperson for National Baking Week, argued that following the … read more

The kitchen is such an essential component of a home that it could be regarded as its engine, a commentator has said.New York Times writer Roberta Smith noted that kitchens have been heavily symbolic … read more

It is up to both men and women to muck in when it comes to kitchen DIY, the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) has said.NHIC director Andrew Leech noted that there has been a rise in the number … read more

There are a number of ways by which homeowners can make their properties more energy efficient, an expert has said.Tim Doherty, managing director of the National Self Build Renovation Centre in Swind … read more

Slate grey is a good colour option for farmhouse kitchens, an interiors specialist has said.Jon Holloway, managing director of Garden Trading, commented that while black is very harsh, slate offers a … read more