An efficient kitchen layout with room for all four family members was key to this kitchen remodel project. The 'kitchen zone' concept is optimized here with the cook, clean-up, baking and prep zones sufficiently separated to keep everyone safe and productive. Materials include: Cherry cabinets, quartz countertops, Wolf gas cooktop, Miele freezer tower, Moen Motion Sense faucet, pendants by Hubbardton Forge, Bosch dishwasher, Zephyr exhaust hood, Tech lighting cable and rail, Top Knobs cabinet pulls. Photo by A Kitchen That Works

In larger sized whirlpool baths, like the Cleopatra HydroRelax Pro, using just a single pump won’t be enough to sufficiently achieve an effective hydromassage effect; or to enjoy the bath equally for two people. Therefore, Aquatica engineers divided the bathtub into 2 distinctive and independently controllable massage zones, which have each been equipped with the most effective massage system allowing each system to be operated separately or simultaneously. Making this hydromassage bathtub not only a designers pick but also versatile and efficient.

MA Peterson www.mapeterson.com We reconfigured this bathroom and the closet leading to it to create more space, by combining two baths into one. The windows were existing and to prevent exterior work, we creatively worked around them. Our design allowed them to stay in place where they were originally, but afforded great light into the reconfigured bathroom space. Masculine slate stone floors, classic ceramic wainscot and marble counter-tops surround a spacious his and her vanity, with sconces to illuminate each. The formal white cabinetry provided the perfect contrast to the plank-like rustic slate floor.

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Put an end to the mess and the fuss of using a wood-burning fireplace by inserting this EBG300 Ethanol Fireplace Grate into your existing unit. This sleek, round burner insert and grate set uses eco-friendly ethanol, so you won't experience any of the soot, ash, or gas release that is associated with burning wood while still enjoying the look and atmosphere of an open flame. It holds three full liters of ethanol fuel, which is enough to burn for a full 13.5 hours before another refill is required. This 5,000-BTU burner is sufficiently sized for heating an average-sized room without the need for a chimney or special ventilating system. FEATURES: Ventless - no chimney, no gas or electric lines required Easy or no maintenance required. Capacity: 3 Liters Approximate burn time - 13.5 hours per refill Approximate BTU output - 5000 Eco-Friendly - doesn't produce any smoke, sooth or dangerous gases Easy Maintenance - just wipe it with a damp cloth once in a while Dimensions: Grate - 14.5" x 14.5" x 6"; Burner - 11" x 11" x 4.5" Product Weight: 15 Pounds DOWNLOADS: VIDEO: RECOMMENDED FUEL: Ethanol fuel burns cleanly and does not produce the soot, smoke, or mess that is normally associated with a wood-burning fireplace. This ethanol fireplace fuel is made from 100% alcohol without the use of any oil at all. Ethanol is produced from renewable agriculture products, like barley, grains, sunflowers, corn, wheat, and potatoes, and manufactured in an earth-friendly process that does not harm the environment Ignis Ethanol Fuel - 3, 6, 12, or 24 Pack

Go earth-friendly by ditching your existing wood-burning fireplace and using this EB1212 Ethanol Fireplace Burner Insert instead. Just stick this insert into your existing fireplace and start burning eco-friendly ethanol instead of wood. Help the planet breathe easier while also eliminating the mess, soot, and fuss of using a wood-burning unit. This sleek-looking insert holds up to 5 liters of fuel and it burns around 8 hours between fills, so it will keep you toasty warm and comfy all day long. This double-layered unit has an approximate output of 11,500 BTUs, so it can sufficiently heat an average-sized space, and it comes with a bonus damper tool. Dimensions: 12" x 12" x 4 1/2". FEATURES: Ventless - no chimney, no gas or electric lines required Easy or no maintenance required Capacity: 5 Liters Approximate burn time - 8 - 16 hours per refill Approximate BTU output: ~ 11500 Double Layer Dimensions: 12" x 12" x 4 1/2" Product Weight: 14.5 Pounds 3-year manufacturer's warranty DOWNLOADS: RECOMMENDED FUEL: Ethanol fuel burns cleanly and does not produce the soot, smoke, or mess that is normally associated with a wood-burning fireplace. This ethanol fireplace fuel is made from 100% alcohol without the use of any oil at all. Ethanol is produced from renewable agriculture products, like barley, grains, sunflowers, corn, wheat, and potatoes, and manufactured in an earth-friendly process that does not harm the environment. Ignis Ethanol Fuel - 3, 6, 12, or 24 Pack

Image provided by 'Ancient Surfaces' Product name: Antique Biblical Stone Flooring. Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com Antique reclaimed Limestone flooring pavers unique in its blend and authenticity and rare in it's hardness and beauty. With every footstep you take on those pavers you travel through a time portal of sorts, connecting you with past generations that have walked and lived their lives on top of it for centuries.

The brief was to create a Classic Contemporary Ensuite and Principle bedroom which would be home to a number of Antique furniture items, a traditional fireplace and Classical artwork. We created key zones within the bathroom to make sufficient use of the large space; providing a large walk-in wet-floor shower, a concealed WC area, a free-standing bath as the central focus in symmetry with his and hers free-standing basins. We ensured a more than adequate level of storage through the vanity unit, 2 bespoke cabinets next to the window and above the toilet cistern as well as plenty of ledge spaces to rest decorative objects and bottles. We provided a number of task, accent and ambient lighting solutions whilst also ensuring the natural lighting reaches as much of the room as possible through our design. Our installation detailing was delivered to a very high level to compliment the level of product and design requirements.

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Reflex's designs transport you to another world, where glass transforms into art. The Leaf chandelier suspends and cascades in a dazzling waterfall of petal-like leaves. Shimmering, luminous and enchanting, this is Reflex at their most commanding. Synonymous with luxurious European furniture, Reflex leads the way in contemporary design, building a legacy that puts originality and creativity at the heart of their work. The Leaf chandelier has a crystal mirror support with LED lighting of 2.5W 12V 2700K each. Hand-crafted with individual engravings, the etched glass hanging-leaf strands come in three different sizes, creating a lighting center-piece for any contemporary home that is sure to captivate. Rich Canaletto walnut with irregular solid edges contrasts with the smooth sleekness of extra clear transparent glass, creating the Monolite Dining Table by Reflex, a table for contemporary living. The 19mm glass base enables light to move freely, creating space and clarity, while the 44mm Radix Canaletto table top is sufficiently robust to host social gatherings and day to day family dining. A dining table for all occasions, the Monolite comes in 3 sizes and is also available in an ebony matte finish, so you can choose a table that perfectly complements your home. Vela is a chair distinguished by a unique character, conceived for the most refined and elegant domestic spaces. The Pininfarina team has in fact worked to convey dynamic and sensual lines to the product, able to transmit a strong sense of lightness. Vela is made of two independent shells: the seatback shell has in fact been suspended on the seat shell. An accurate choice of the materials - smooth leather for the external shell and nabuk or leather for the interior - emphasizes the contrast among the surfaces. Strong is the link with the car bodies: the exterior, characterized by a plastic effect, communicates protection while the interior, softer, transmits a sense of comfort. The chair legs have been carefully designed: the smoothed section accentuates the combination of solidity and lightness, the features characterizing the product. Made in Italy.

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This couple, who live in the seaside resort of Brighton, had purchased their house four months before Christmas and wanted to have the fantastic Terracotta tiled floor in the kitchen and conservatory looking its best before the festive period, since they had family visiting. The floor was looking washed out and it was clear the sealer had failed in the high traffic areas and was now allowing dirt to penetrate into the pores of the tile making it difficult to clean. We often get calls from new home owners keen to put their own stamp on a property shortly after moving in; stone floors rarely come with cleaning instructions so if you have a stone floor it makes sense to get in touch, so we can advise you on how best to maintain it. We provided a quote which included stripping the floor of old sealers, cleaning, oiling and then sealing it again to restore cleanliness and character to the Terracotta. There was a lot to do and two areas to clean so I anticipated it would take four days to complete. Having accepted the quote our first task upon returning to the property was to give the Terracotta tiles a deep clean and remove any remaining sealer present on the tile. This was achieved by applying a strong combination of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean and Tile Doctor NanoTech HBU to the tiles and then covering it in a plastic sheet, so it wouldn’t dry out. This method allows the products to really soak into the pores of the Terracotta and draw out the dirt. I should also mention that Pro-Clean is a very effective Tile and Grout cleaner whilst HBU enhances it by adding nano-sized cleaning particles. The plastic blanket was left in place for a few hours before being peeled off and then the cleaning products scrubbed into the tile and grout using a black pad fitted to a rotary floor machine and hand brushes. The now soiled product was rinsed off with water which was then extracted using a wet vacuum. The floor was inspected, and stubborn marks spot treated until the floor was clean. After thoroughly cleaning the Terracotta over two days, we left the floor to completely dry off over the weekend. The tiles would need to be sufficiently dry to receive fresh sealant, as excess moisture can cloud the sealant and prevent it from working correctly. When we returned to the property, we proceeded to apply Tile Doctor Stone Oil to the tiles. Stone Oil is a sealer which restores the colour and texture of tiled floors, as well as mechanical strength once cured. We applied a single coat of the Stone Oil before topping it up with multiple coats of Tile Doctor Seal and Go, a topical sealer which provides a high-quality sheen finish to help accentuate the appearance of the Terracotta tiles as well as adding protection. You can see the results of the restoration below. The couple were so impressed that they have now agreed to have Tile Doctor visit once a year (at a fraction of the cost of the original restoration) to complete a maintenance clean. This will make sure this Terracotta is always looking at its best! Mick Conlon East Sussex Tile Doctor

Dimension: 47" L X 21" D X 72" H If you’re looking for a classic vintage beauty to grace your rooms with unfettered style, character, and amazing pragmatics, then our Dakota Contemporary Rustic Solid Wood Bedroom Armoire Wardrobe would be the perfect wardrobe cabinet for you! Designed on the contemporary style, this solid wood bedroom armoire features undertones of classical and vintage nature with beats of modern in the mix. The overall design is extremely charismatic, and will definitely become a highlight of your bedroom. The exterior constitutes of a double-leaf wardrobe compartment underscored by two long drawers and a vertical closet unit on the right. All of this is complemented by a gorgeous hand rubbed stain and hand-wrought metal hardware. The double-leaf compartment opens up to reveal an open shelf where you can store all your essentials within sight, and a stainless steel hanging rod up top. The two drawers provide sufficient space to keep folded laundry and other miscellaneous accessories while the vertical closet unit opens up to 4 equally divided shelves. Handcrafted from solid Mahogany wood, this rustic armoire warrants the best of aesthetics and pragmatics, along with a sturdy, durable and long-lasting heirloom quality! This solid hardwood armoire wardrobe is one of the most stylish and visually versatile furniture pieces you’ll ever find. You can easily match it up with a contemporary ambiance as a stunning accent piece, but it would look just as charming in a neo-classical, traditional or even a transitional style bedroom. Special Features: • 100% Handcrafted • Solid Mahogany wood craftsmanship • Contemporary Style bedroom armoire • Double door wardrobe compartment with 1 open shelf and stainless steel rod • 2 exterior drawers • 1 vertical closet compartment with 4 shelves • Metal hardware • Heirloom quality • Can be custom-made to have adjustable/removable shelves upon request • Visually Versatile • Easy maintenance Note: Real wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike. Variations in solid wood grain patterns are to be expected and make each furniture uniquely beautiful, just like us humans.

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

This small rough Chinese Slate floor in the kitchen of a house in the village of Cheadle near Stockport in Greater Manchester had not had any sealer put on it for many years and was very grubby (dishevelled as described by the customer) looking even after the customer had tried to clean it. Sealers do take a lot of punishment, especially in a high traffic area such as a small kitchen and will wear off over time and once this happens the floor will start to lose its appearance as dirt becomes ingrained in the stone and it can no longer be cleaned effectively. As we have to apply a liberal amount of water with this sort of work, the first step was to remove the Kicker boards at the bottom of the Kitchen units and silicone the Kitchen units that were fixed; this stops water seeping in and blowing the MDF allowing us to concentrate on cleaning the Slate without causing any damage. I started the cleaning process by applying a strong dilution of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean to get rid of the built up dirt and any remaining sealer, leaving it to soak into the Slate before scrubbing the floor with a black scrub pad fitted to buffing machine running at slow speed. Tile Doctor Pro-Clean is a strong alkaline cleaner/stripper that is safe to use on natural stone, we do have stronger products available if required but in this case a strong dilution of Pro-Clean was sufficient to tackle any remaining sealer. This process gave the Slate and grout lines a good deep clean and after rinsing the floor with water which was then extracted using a wet vacuum I repeated the process on stubborn areas until satisfied the floor was as clean and free of old sealer. Last stage of the cleaning process was to give the floor a final rinse and then get it as dry as possible using the wet vacuum to soak up the moisture. The floor was quite small so I was able to leave the floor to dry off over lunch time and then on my return managed to get it fully dry with a little heat from a heat gun. The customer wanted a mat finish so once dry I applied Tile Doctor Colour Grow sealer which impregnates into the pores of the natural stone protecting it from within and enhancing the natural colours of the Slate at the same time. For general cleaning of Sealed stone floors, we recommend the use of a PH Neutral Cleaner as anything with a strong PH will degrade the life of the sealer over time. Steve Keary Greater Manchester Tile Doctor