If you happen to be thinking of renovating your kitchen, integrate these thoughtful tips to create a space that is functional and easy to work and live in.

Give Yourself Some Room

The kitchen is a high traffic area, so get the layout right.  Paths throughout a kitchen should be at least 36 inches wide.  Paths within the cooking zone should be 42 inches wide for a one-cook kitchen and 48 inches wide for a two-cook configuration.  Keep the stovetop out of busy areas so that people don’t bump into boiling pots.  Conversely, put the refrigerator in a place where both the cooks and the bystanders can reach for a cold one.

Another thing that needs the right layout is your sink.  Do you want a single or a double?  Make sure you set it at an appropriate height based on what is comfortable for you.

Arrange the Range

With a shelf placed behind or beside the range, you can keep all of your cooking oils, utensils, and spices nearby and organized.  Place hooks on the side of the range hood to hang frequently used pots and pans.

Clear a Space

Do you really want your microwave on the counter top, taking up space and requiring you to bend over to look inside?  Free up that space with a dedicated shelf for the microwave.  Consider the appliances you want on the counter top and give them plenty of room so that they may be used appropriately.  Now is the time to set up a proper place for that steam espresso machine, if that’s your thing.

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Match Colors

Make it look like you put some thought into the details.  If red accent walls are popular, why not tie that in with your appliances?  You might be able to find a blender, a juicer, a toaster, a swift chopper and a meat grinder all in the same shade of red!

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Get the Experts In!

Kitchens are too important to get wrong.  If you end up with a kitchen renovation disaster because you haven’t consulted any planners or designers or have attempted to do it all yourself without the right expertise or tools, you’ll get bored of take-out very quickly. So make sure you at least run your ideas past someone who knows what they’re talking about.

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Setting up a home office can be a simple process when taking the proper steps. First you’ll need to choose the space of your office. Some options include a spare bedroom or basement. Today however, some spaces in your home may go unused such as a formal dining room. You may consider setting up your office there for added convenience. Creating a computer closet is another option to consider if space is limited – a great idea for someone living in an apartment or condominium.

Once you’ve decided where to set up your office, you’ll need to purchase some important basics including:

• A work space such as a desk or table.

• Comfortable seating like a task chair. Be sure it is ergonomic to avoid problems such as back strain.

• Office equipment. Depending upon your plans, you may need a computer cart,  printer, fax machine, paper shredder and charging station.

• Filing cabinets or other storage containers.

• Equip your room or space with adequate lighting. Combine desk lamps with ceiling lighting for various tasks such as reading, writing and computer work.

• Ensure you have suitable outlets for all of your technology. This problem can be solved with a quality surge protector.

• Office supplies such as paper, paper clips, pens, file folders, binders and more.  

Finally, don’t forget to personalize your space with family photos, plants and artwork. Display any awards, degrees or other achievements on your wall. Remember, you’ll want this space to be inspirational and comfortable in order to create new ideas and make progress with you’re work.

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Home Spaces:

Having so many light bulb options can be confusing. When selecting a light bulb, should you choose an LED or CFL light bulb? And what light color should you use?

• Choose an LED light bulb for workshops and home offices as the CFL often gives in to power surges.

• Opt for a CFL when choosing light bulbs for lamps as the LED is strictly directional.

• CFL bulbs contain some mercury which can be hazardous if broken. If this is a concern, you may want to go with the LED light bulb instead.

• Now that you’ve decided between the LED and CFL, you’ll need to choose a light color. To make this decision, you’ll need to determine what you will be using the space for? For example, you’ll want softer (or lower temperature) lighting in a bedroom but will need a more natural white (or medium temperature) for an office or living space. Higher temperature or daylight bulbs should be reserved for sitting rooms or libraries where lots of reading is common.

• LED light bulbs are more expensive than CFL bulbs but offer a longer lifespan thus making them a good investment.

Office Spaces:

Traditional linear fluorescent lights are the most common option for office lighting. These have proved to be the most popular because they provide good lighting, are cost effective, offer a long life span and are also energy savers. So when, if ever, should you consider making a switch to LED lighting?

• If you are concerned about safety and the environment, you’ll want to switch to LED lighting. First off, fluorescent lights contain a small trace of mercury. Consequently, these lights are not viewed as environmentally friendly and are difficult to safely dispose of. They also give off some ultraviolet light which can pose as a health hazard for some.

• Opt for LED lights if you need shatterproof lighting.

• If you have the need to adjust your lights, that is to dim or brighten them at times, this is not possible with fluorescent lights. However, controls are suitable for use with LED lighting.

• There are other benefits to consider when deciding to make the switch from fluorescent to LED lighting in your office space. Along with offering a longer lifespan and better efficiency, flickering and buzzing is not a problem with LED lights – a common problem with compact fluorescent bulbs.

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