Kitchen Tips & Advice

Having a sharp, well-balanced knife for fast food preparation — and caring for it properly — can make the difference between the joy of cooking and kitchen frustration.

A well-seasoned wok has the equivalent of a non-stick surface and will require only light cleaning.

Cookware undergoes a lot of use over its lifespan, but don't be quick to discard an item you think is past its prime. Some elbow grease and a little know-how can help bring your tired cookware back to life.

A well-organized kitchen can help you cook in comfort and there are many attractive and inexpensive storage solutions available. Here are five easy ways you can increase your kitchen space.

Keep your kitchen cupboards organized with these easy-to-do tips.

It's easy to clutter up a small space; these handy tips will help keep everything tucked away.

Tips for handwashing dishes to make them shiny clean.

These easy fixes to common kitchen wear and tear problems will have you humming a happy tune.

Tips on outfitting the kitchen with cooking, baking, roasting and measuring tools.

The good news is that it's ok to put some cookware in the dishwasher. This goes for stainless steel and aluminum (as long as they have all-metal handles), as well as glass cookware. But to be safe, check the manufacturer's instructions first.

Keeping kitchen counters pristine serves two purposes: Your kitchen looks nicely kept and the counters become less of a breeding ground for bacteria. There is a bewildering array of choices for counter tops, from solid-surface synthetics to laminates

A well-equipped kitchen shouldn't break the bank. Simply decide exactly what equipment you need and then invest well; buying the best quality you can afford.

When you bring out wood furniture's natural grain and colour, you reveal its beauty. Stripping off ugly paints and varnishes is one way to bring out this natural beauty is. But before you start stripping your wood furniture, read these helpful hints.

A good kitchen is well equipped and safe, as well as a great place to be – and designed so that it's easy to keep that way. Here are some expert kitchen renovation tips to keep in mind.

The best lighting has four simple qualities: it's energy efficient, reliable, appropriate for the purpose and simple to manage. Here are some little-known tips to keep in mind when it comes to your lighting and bulbs.

For wooden furniture that is as durable as it is beautiful, make sure you apply the right stain or finish with care. Here's a practical primer on how to do so.

Your kitchen cabinets don't have an easy life, so it's no surprise that they experience more then the usual wear and tear. That said, it may be possible to renew and refresh them, here's how.

Sometimes it seems like your kitchen is a magnet for clutter. If yours is in need of some organizing, check out these quick and clever kitchen storage solutions.

Stainless steel knives stay bright and shiny all the time. The downside is that when stainless steel loses its edge, it doesn't take well to sharpening. If you prefer a really sharp knife, look for carbon steel. The downside there is that it's diffic

When looking for the perfect kitchen cabinet to build that dream outdoor kitchen, homeowners should go with stainless steel cabinets due to their wondrous durability, simple installation and easy to maintain build.