Kitchen Design Trends for 2019

For many years, kitchen design has tended to work on a “set and forget” basis, which is completely understandable given the nature of kitchens. Over recent years, however, people have become more aware that it’s actually perfectly possible to give kitchens regular updates without changing out major investment pieces such as cabinetry and appliances and hence without breaking the bank.

With that in mind, here are five tips on the top trends for 2019 and some ideas on how you can integrate them into your home.

Concealed storage

Concealed storage is officially back for 2019, although we suspect many homeowners will take the view that it never really went away, especially not in smaller homes where visual clutter can turn a space from cosy to cramped. That’s good news for those who already had closed cabinets installed but those who have open shelving and are wishing they didn’t can get around the problem by investing in attractive containers and using them to hold less attractive items while more attractive ones can be left on view. Alternatively, you could put a spin on the concept of concealed storage by putting attractive items to the front of your shelves and less attractive ones at the back.

Matte metals

Metals and metallics have long been a feature of interior design, especially in fitted kitchens and bathrooms, but up until now the emphasis has been on shiny metals, especially chrome or even silver or gold (albeit generally by means of plating, since the pure form would be impractical as well as expensive). While shiny metals do, obviously, have their place in the world, they do tend to be attention-grabbing and they also tend to scratch, which is particularly unfortunate since these scratches are often very visible due to the contrast they make with the surface metal. Because of this, it’s entirely understandable that interior designers are now increasingly moving towards matte metals, especially pewter and gunmetal, particularly for kitchens.

Leather and wood fittings on cabinets and drawers

Updating the fittings on cabinets and drawers may be the most well-known budget-update trick in the book and there’s a very simple reason for this – it works. It is a beautifully simple and cost-effective way to bring your kitchen in line with current trends so that it has a fresh feel.

For 2019 leather and/or wood fittings are the major trend and if you’re not ready (or willing) to invest in a whole new set of fittings for your kitchen, you can still make a style statement by switching out a few of them, say, on every other cabinet or on a specific drawer unit.

Playing with texture

While hygiene always has to be the top priority in a kitchen, hence the preference for flat surfaces which are easy to clean, you can still have fun playing with texture in other ways. For example, you can add a rug to your floor (make sure it’s laid securely so it stays in place), choose curtains which a pattern which implies texture and/or introduce plants (even faux ones).

Black and blue

The all-white kitchen is now, officially, a thing of the past. While it can still make sense to use white for major pieces such as cabinets and appliances, if you want an “on-trend” kitchen, make sure that there are at least pops of colour and/or black.

Custom Neon Sign

You’ve read that right. Before, you only see them in shops or at events, but custom neon signs are quickly becoming a popular home decor nowadays. These colorful LED signs are eco-friendly and they do not require a lot of energy. It’s also safe for kids. Make your bedroom, living room, or kitchen colorful and stylish with custom-made neon signs!

Tara Neil supply fitted bedrooms and kitchens in Reading from their 4,000 sq ft showroom in Woodley.

Cool Kitchen Gadgets for the Kids

5 / 22 / 175 / 22 / 17

Having a well-equipped kitchen is something that is great news for the adults in the house but what about the kids? Well, you can also choose some terrific gadgets and appliances to make this a part of the house that they love spending time in.

The more fun and enjoyable you make the experience in the kitchen, the more encouragement you will give the young ones to eat healthily and enjoy making food or drinks. So, what are some of the cool gadgets that you could consider getting?

An Ice Cream Maker

There can be few youngsters in the world that don’t like ice cream but how many of them have had the chance to make some? The truth is that they are some great machines around for this.

Some of them are especially designed for kids to use but others are for anyone at all to make some frozen treats with. Best of all, this will let them how healthy and natural ice cream is made and how tasty it is.

A Slush Machine

Many of us have blissful memories of drinking cold and tasty slushy drinks as kids. Yet, what if your kids have never had the pleasure of doing this?

The simple solution is to look for slush machines that you can add to your kitchen and let the children use. Of course, there is a good chance that you end up enjoying these fantastic drinks as much as the little ones.

Pasta Maker

While these gadgets aren’t generally designed with kids in mind, this is usually a safe and fun device to use. Since most children love eating pasta, it is a great idea to let them see how it is made and help out too.

They will soon learn about the different types of pasta and find out how much fun it is to make home-made food. You might even find that you save a decent amount of money by making your own pasta at home.

Biscuit Making and Preparation

There is a wide variety of tools and gadgets around to help the little ones to make delicious biscuits that look fantastic too. They range from tools that help to cut out fun shapes to mixing bowls and creative topping sets.

They will get a lot of pleasure out of using these things and you can also make sure that they make healthy biscuits. Just one look at the list of artificial ingredients in their favourite biscuits should be enough to convince you that this is a good idea.

Carbonated Drinks Maker

There is a good chance that you try and limit the amount of soft drinks that your kids drink. These are pretty bad for their teeth and their health but trying to wean them off the stuff can be hard work.

By making their carbonated drinks at home you can at least have a great level of control over what goes into them. They can have lots of making their drinks while you take the first steps towards cutting down their intake.

Top Quality Brand Name Kitchen and Bathroom Supplies

12 / 20 / 16

The choice of bathroom and kitchen fixtures and fittings has never been greater, and whether you prefer traditional or more modern designs, you will be able to search through thousands of items to find those that are perfect for you. With many well-known brands to consider, and of course the need to find the best deals, you need to find a supplier you can trust, and we strongly recommend you take a look at the excellent range from Plumbtile, the leading name in bathroom and kitchen supplies. With a reputation for excellent customer service and sensible prices, Plumbtile are waiting to help you.

Contemporary Modern Design

Whether you are refitting your kitchen or bathroom, or are looking for a fresh style for a new-build property, we recommend you check out the Plumbtile range of superbly styled and very beautiful pull down faucet designs. These convenient and attractive items will be the crowning touch for any bathroom or kitchen installation, and offer effective and simple operation. Choose from a selection of familiar and more modern designs, and from a choice of well-known brands guaranteeing quality at excellent prices.

Plumbtile also offers a choice of excellent tiles, in many different styles and designs, and the well-designed website allows you to browse through the range and displays examples of their work. They have a live chat option so you can talk to one of the expert team, who will happily advise you on the best solutions for your requirements, and there are regular clearance items for excellent savings. It’s worth taking the time to look carefully at the website for all the information you could possibly need.

Help and Advice

One aspect of the Plumbtile website we particularly like is that they offer you advice on how to do jobs yourself such as, for example, installing a traditional Kitchen Tile Backsplash. The method is laid out neatly and clearly, including all the materials you will need, and you can find an excellent choice of backsplash tiles that will provide a wonderful look for your new kitchen, or add something special to your existing one. You’ll find their prices to be excellent, too, so we advise you to take a look at their range right away.

Plumbtile offers a wide variety of bathroom fixtures and fittings, everything from tubs and whirlpools to minor fixtures, and only provides the very best brands in the business. The team is on hand to help with any questions you may have and we advise you to have a look at the clearance center, where you can find excellent deals on end of line or discontinued items.

With full technical support and helpful service providers, you can rely upon Plumbtile to give you all the help you need to ensure your kitchen or bathroom is one that your friends will envy, and that will give you excellent service for as long as you wish. Check out Plumbtile now, or get in touch and they will be more than happy to help.

6 Space Saving Solutions for Petite Kitchens

2 / 16 / 162 / 16 / 16

I know how frustrating it can be to have a small kitchen and not have enough room to store all the things you need. The kitchen is an important room in any house and if yours is desperately in need of a revamp, I’ve got a few space saving solutions for you.

Consider full-height cabinets

Why not install some full-height cabinets along one wall? They would give you so much more extra cupboard space and if you go for white or cream doors, your kitchen will still feel bright and airy. You can take your pick from a range of finishes. For example, solidwoodkitchencabinets.co.uk offers units finished with natural, water-based paints that help to enhance the natural integrity of the timber.

Be clever with your accessories

If you only have a small worktop area then it’s important to keep it clutter free.

Why not ditch your knife block and use a wall-mounted knife rack instead – and perhaps you could relocate your fruit bowl to the middle of your table rather than having it take up valuable space on your worktop? Organise your cupboards so that the things you use on a daily basis are close to the front. If you don’t use certain items very often (for example, special Christmas serving plates) why not consider storing them in another room or in your loft?

Ditch your bin

If your current bin is taking up too much floor space, why not get a bin that attaches to the inside of one of your cupboard doors? This way, it will be hidden from view and it’ll give you much more space. You might have to empty it more regularly if it’s smaller, but that shouldn’t be a big issue.

Get a pan rack

If you want to free up some space in your cupboards, consider getting a pan rack that you can hang from the ceiling. There are some really pretty racks available, so it can be a nice feature as well as being a practical addition to your kitchen.

Add hooks to your door

Don’t be afraid to utilise your kitchen door by adding hooks to it. You’ll be able to hang your aprons, tea towels and shopping bags – freeing up valuable space in your drawers.

Check your tins

When was the last time you sorted through your food tin cupboard? You might find that you have lots of tins,herbs and spices that are out of date and just need to go in the bin. If you find tins that aren’t out of date but that you don’t fancy eating, why not consider giving them to your local foodbank?

I hope this blog post has given you some ideas to help you save space in your kitchen. Let me know how you get on by commenting below.