There is nothing more beautiful than a traditional kitchen in ones home. Modern kitchens I suppose also have a place but they just don't do it for me. The atmosphere must be relaxed which cannot be achieved with icy cold marble and chrome.
To help you plan, here are 4 useful ideas to get you started:
Useful idea One: Accessories are very important in creating a traditional look. Think earthy objects like wicker baskets, dried vegetables stringed and hung somewhere, old looking storage tins and window blinds. These create an old feel that people will identify with immediately. Always have fresh flowers in an odd looking vase and some black and white photos against a wall, will set the tone for lots of conversation in your kitchen.
Idea Two: Wood always makes a room look inviting, cozy and homely. If you are planning a completely new kitchen then by all means opt for a robust oak finish. This wood is durable and always looks elegant no matter how old. If you want to change the look here and there, then have your cabinet doors replaced with a good oak wood. It will instantly change your kitchen into an expensive looking one, but at half the price of a complete cabinet replacement.
Idea Three: If it is romance and ambiance you want to create in your kitchen, then do it with lighting. Small recess units will look stunning under your cabinets to highlight a workspace. Or what about multi-colored lighting in the cabinets that have glass doors. Choose pastel tones like yellow, lime, and pink bulbs, which in turn strategically placed really gives your kitchen a magical spirit.
Idea Four: Flooring will make or break your kitchen. It is the first thing our eye catches and will instantly make you like the kitchen or dislike it. Here you need to be really daring by using stone for your flooring needs. Slate makes a wonderful floor cover that is easy to clean and has marvelous textures and colors to choose from. A well known secret these days is to extend a piece of your slate flooring up on the wall, behind your stove and hob. This really makes a kitchen come alive and gives it a focal point.
Lastly, try and remember that a kitchen is the heart of a home. You need to get as much family trinkets in this room as possible. A photo here and there of a recent family event will always spark conversation. Maybe an old baseball perched on its stand on a small shelf. Or what about your favorite cook book displayed on a counter. The idea of a traditional kitchen is to make it personal for everyone in the home, not just the cook.
To help you plan, here are 4 useful ideas to get you started:
Useful idea One: Accessories are very important in creating a traditional look. Think earthy objects like wicker baskets, dried vegetables stringed and hung somewhere, old looking storage tins and window blinds. These create an old feel that people will identify with immediately. Always have fresh flowers in an odd looking vase and some black and white photos against a wall, will set the tone for lots of conversation in your kitchen.
Idea Two: Wood always makes a room look inviting, cozy and homely. If you are planning a completely new kitchen then by all means opt for a robust oak finish. This wood is durable and always looks elegant no matter how old. If you want to change the look here and there, then have your cabinet doors replaced with a good oak wood. It will instantly change your kitchen into an expensive looking one, but at half the price of a complete cabinet replacement.
Idea Three: If it is romance and ambiance you want to create in your kitchen, then do it with lighting. Small recess units will look stunning under your cabinets to highlight a workspace. Or what about multi-colored lighting in the cabinets that have glass doors. Choose pastel tones like yellow, lime, and pink bulbs, which in turn strategically placed really gives your kitchen a magical spirit.
Idea Four: Flooring will make or break your kitchen. It is the first thing our eye catches and will instantly make you like the kitchen or dislike it. Here you need to be really daring by using stone for your flooring needs. Slate makes a wonderful floor cover that is easy to clean and has marvelous textures and colors to choose from. A well known secret these days is to extend a piece of your slate flooring up on the wall, behind your stove and hob. This really makes a kitchen come alive and gives it a focal point.
Lastly, try and remember that a kitchen is the heart of a home. You need to get as much family trinkets in this room as possible. A photo here and there of a recent family event will always spark conversation. Maybe an old baseball perched on its stand on a small shelf. Or what about your favorite cook book displayed on a counter. The idea of a traditional kitchen is to make it personal for everyone in the home, not just the cook.
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Matthew Kerridge is an expert in home improvement. If you would like more information about types of traditional kitchen or are searching for a trusted kitchen retailer please visit http://www.wrenkitchens.com
