<![CDATA[ Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating in Kitchen ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ The paper and cardboard recycling rules I've been getting wrong without realising – and you might be breaking them too ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/paper-and-cardboard-recycling-rules rm6fDqrysJfZnzF2Bbtmdi Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 8 facts about soapstone, and why it could be the lesser-known kitchen worktop finish you didn't know you needed ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/soapstone b5uRpdsTkU4wRAm3nEh5Ab Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ We're about to repaint our kitchen — these are the colours the experts told me to avoid at all costs ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-paint-colours-to-avoid UMhuhcLq4fv8JDaiXMZC2f Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've always wanted a pot filler in my kitchen — but how fiddly are they to retrofit? I asked the experts to help me out ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/installing-a-pot-filler ZQXHiUfGSh9h8HETKKGpRB Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:13:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ Thinking about laminate worktops? Why they could be ideal for a kitchen renovation ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/laminate-worktops 9fJAwYZMMvmhCD8CwMh6DG Thu, 02 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 expert-approved ways to get rid of ants (and keep them out for good) ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-get-rid-of-ants-in-home tKbgv6d7BuuZMN3UQs8rSL Sun, 29 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The one kitchen decision that's harder than it looks: Tiles or splashback panels? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/tiles-or-splashback-panels-in-a-kitchen YJNpJUZmph9C8WujS6YNr9 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ All the space above my kitchen units does is gather dust — so I asked the experts how I could make better use of it ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-space-above-your-kitchen-units aeCMFW8jtgsomDjLtSumXR Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Where to dispose of rubbish that is now banned from your recycling bin under new rules ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/alternative-methods-of-rubbish-disposal tjDCEKLsHkXyDPQjHyfDzk Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:13:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ How I'm complying with the new recycling rules despite living in a flat with no outside space for four (or five) separate wheelie bins ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-i-manage-waste-with-no-outdoor-space vzRckNLC9ashcJpXm2YWH7 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:15:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ Concerned about your drinking water quality? I put these home testing kits to the test ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-test-water-quality-at-home VP6r2Fay4nbehExk44SuYW Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why designers are choosing veneer in high-end homes — and how it compares to solid wood ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/veneer-in-high-end-homes tdVWfFE8XfACh7Sss9kn26 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should I choose floor tiles or laminate for my kitchen? Our verdict is in ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/floor-tiles-or-laminate 2SjmSmfTb6bSurYxuLw2oa Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The best types of wine storage in a kitchen from specialist fridges to stylish shelves ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/wine-storage-in-a-kitchen jrYRa3Ni6nUFR6Ee6jqCvb Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'This is the secret to ensuring your kitchen extension timeline stays on track, and you avoid lengthy delays,' says self build expert ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/extension/how-long-does-a-kitchen-extension-take P2R6LBrcLznnTJuJhZ2Ddf Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Avoid these 13 kitchen renovation mistakes if you want your scheme to succeed, urges home building expert ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-renovation-mistakes NtkjEMFMPWpH8kCNgszSFG Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:12:58 +0000 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:28:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ My Victorian kitchen was stuck in the 1990s until these 7 design choices restored its period charm ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-add-period-charm-to-a-kitchen QxSDyrFfpVMhsQinsJK8PY Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:24:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ Cheap kitchen flooring can look expensive — if you get it right ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/cheap-kitchen-flooring YhWP79qhFoETgkZ4aSWNyZ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should you rip out your AGA or Rayburn? Experts reveal when to keep, convert or replace ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/cooker/rip-out-an-aga-or-rayburn sY97wLfY3jvDkWjhvCMAs5 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Designing a kitchen for a barn conversion isn't always easy — but taking note of our expert-approved advice will make it a whole lot simpler ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/designing-a-kitchen-for-a-barn-conversion hHvimkXNZdz4Yjvis7R6UF Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:30:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ The stylish colour tricks designers use in small kitchens ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/small-kitchen-colours ZVtwudGXoXjzgbLiYajRzk Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The truth about inframe kitchens – why they cost more and when they’re worth it ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/inframe-kitchens MA49Vud4HJiz26qPxn8obM Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is a solid wood worktop the perfect partner for your latest kitchen project? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/solid-wood-worktops pAHfES4E35EahTenm9sdQg Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is a Corian worktop the ideal choice for your new kitchen? Experts reveal everything you need to know about this stylish surface ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/corian-worktops 4HNQSPpxaPWZsFGYnY59fb Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:38:29 +0000 <![CDATA[ Marble worktops are elegant and unique, but they're not cheap. Are they the right choice for your next kitchen renovation? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/marble-worktops BNe2bCXenyxm5TPV95rmDg Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:46:47 +0000 <![CDATA[ Mindful kitchens — they're a big trend for 2026 but what exactly are they and how could they help everyday life? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchens/mindful-kitchens 7Cs7t8dUf6qxoiNtLXXJpN Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Do you really need a walk-in pantry or can clever cupboard design do the same job? Experts weigh in on the debate ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/walk-in-pantry-vs-pantry-cupboard qb6LNFc7Jjzy4Yh5AFc2aZ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ We explore kitchen worktop prices to help you find the one that best matches your style, space and budget ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-worktop-prices NX4wQUaUE6jGoiUQ4BQGNF Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:22:35 +0000 <![CDATA[ Want a spacious, bright new kitchen that feels connected to your garden? An L-shaped kitchen extension is exactly what you need ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/extension/kitchen-extension/l-shaped-kitchen-extension-ideas AJqy97NpejRpQnsDcvng7B Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:00:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ 13 small kitchen pantry ideas that prove you don’t need more space – just smarter solutions ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/small-kitchen-pantry-ideas 6ZYixV9UtXKzHPdZWYmATe Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 rules people with organised, stylish pantries always follow ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/pantry-organisation P4QukD7rceb8Vdm4fAXnNC Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Wasted space be gone – 10 ingenious side return kitchen extensions to turn an awkward passageway into the heart of the home ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/extension/kitchen-extension/side-return-kitchen-extension-ideas VK7mNsDwvQCS2zJ5KBQWKZ Sun, 01 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:36:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ The hidden kitchen organisation features four in five homeowners are adding without you noticing ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/the-hidden-kitchen-organisation-features-four-in-five-homeowners-are-adding-without-you-noticing rBFN88UmycGCcWovSaEZA Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:47:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ Make sure you carry out these five essential checks before tearing out your old kitchen cabinets ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/checks-to-make-before-ripping-out-your-kitchen-cabinets G4QvdofEvdQbnwP3eip7A5 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This common pantry pest could be munching on your food supplies – here's how to protect your kitchen ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-get-rid-of-pantry-moths yEKkod7afhtH3eJewvqtpB Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 6 expert rules take the guesswork out of choosing the perfect kitchen flooring and cabinet colour combination ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-flooring-and-cabinet-colour-combination MB6BsJEQtfGMU3uvbGTrRj Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Follow these 8 golden rules if you want to get accent lighting in your kitchen right ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/lighting/accent-lighting-in-a-kitchen YJGCSgpr8rLbhgxn5ZhHhb Sun, 25 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 12 portable kitchen island ideas that prove this is the smart kitchen upgrade you need for your space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/portable-kitchen-island-ideas WvgDWRxGioSbtPCDECDCR8 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Could this be the ultimate Amazon furniture hack? I created a built-in pantry for just £350 – and it looks completely custom ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/amazon-built-in-pantry-hack vv53RkagjHueF5B6UaeJhm Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The secret to kitchen island seating that actually works – our designer-approved checklist has you covered ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-island-seating vWUrpnAKn9zz7hhyJu68Ye Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The practicalities you mustn't forget when renovating a kitchen, according to the experts ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/the-practicalities-you-mustnt-forget-with-a-kitchen-renovation QbVzA6c7SBJafkPuu4BKyD Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is a quartz worktop the durable, stylish solution you want for your kitchen? Experts reveal the pros and cons ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/quartz-worktops 8Pvc4nABRbmcuRhq6FonvN Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Japandi kitchens are the design trend that won't date — learn how to get the look ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/japandi-kitchen-design nCWPiJp9CHQhDryB3ghr5V Sun, 18 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to get rid of black marks on wooden worktops — I tested five ways to try and restore one of my kitchen's main focal points ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-get-rid-of-black-marks-on-wooden-worktops-i-tested-five-ways-to-try-and-restore-one-of-my-kitchens-main-focal-points rsUEbyb4Ry3kWWBkLPDjwe Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This one innocent mistake caused a fruit fly infestation in my kitchen – here's how I got rid of them fast ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/fruit-fly-infestation Wumh2oXQjjSvJz3M5Q6qxM Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Open shelving or wall cabinets? Kitchen experts settle the debate ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/open-shelving-vs-wall-cabinets Jvnye6RK7x3RMrAgzpqsMR Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:02:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are kitchen drawers better than cupboards? The experts speak out on which is their favourite ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-drawers-vs-cupboards vmJ2UzH8am6mDu4VGKhqt3 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:14:52 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is there an ideal kitchen size and can a kitchen ever be too big? The experts weigh in — with some reassuring advice for those struggling for space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-size dcKYzJQE3yFsJjbVPk5tMF Sun, 11 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:33:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ Considering a vaulted ceiling in your kitchen? Here's the one problem no-one ever warns you about ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchens-with-vaulted-ceilings RLzfLRxJeHGng5jUAR3bXJ Sun, 11 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ We asked designers how to choose a kitchen countertop colour that feels right for your home ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-choose-a-kitchen-countertop-colour gy2LDSkU9V7ynQfZJVvDxP Fri, 09 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:53:19 +0000