Today Michelle writes: Dear Diva, I haven’t bought any new appliances in 20 years and I cannot believe how high the prices are! However the store I’m shopping at has a “Scratch N Dent” section with lower prices. Is it okay to buy a “Scratch N Dent” fridge? Michelle, it’s definitely okay to buy Scratch N [...]
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Tags: damaged appliances, discount appliances, refurbished appliances, Scratch N Dent Appliances 
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At heart I’m a minimalist. So I have to share the new faucet I found by Kohler today. It is from the Purist line and is a deck mount bridge faucet. If you are wondering what a deck mount bridge faucet is, check out the accompanying photo. Deck mount refers to mounting to the countertop oppose [...]
Posted in Kitchen Tags: beautiful faucet, deck mount bridge faucet, faucet, Kitchen, Kohler, Kohler Purist Deck Mount Bridge Faucet, Purist faucet, sink Comments Off
Today Sam writes: Diva, I’ve seen the backsplash panels that look like metal and I like the idea but I want something more contemporary. Is there anything similar that I can install quickly? Thanks for your help! Yes Sam there is, they are called Aspect Metal Tiles. Aspect Metal Tiles are peel and stick backsplash [...]
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Today Jessica writes: I have an old house with a pretty small kitchen and I keep finding great appliances that just won’t fit space wise. I want something gourmet or unique as it’s always been a dream of mine to have my very own Jetson’s kitchen! Do you have any suggestions for a small kitchen [...]
Posted in Appliances Tags: BL 253, BL 253 by Gaggenau, elevator oven, Gaggenau BL 253, small kitchen, small kitchen oven Comments Off
Today a reader asked: Diva, I’ve seen a lot of products that you can use to paint over existing formica countertops to make them look like granite, and I’ve also seen the granite overlays that cover up the countertop. Which one is better? I want to “re-do” my kitchen without spending a ton of money. [...]
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Choosing granite colors can be one of the hardest decisions in any kitchen remodel. This is especially true when you have existing elements that need to be considered in the choice. And how to choose granite colors with existing appliances is one question I get asked often. So here is a summary of what I [...]
Posted in Countertop Tags: countertops, dark granite countertop, giallo veneziano granite, granite colors, How To Choose Granite Colors With Existing Appliances, pearl granite Comments Off
Today NJ Gwen writes: I want a spectacular range hood. I spent a lot of money on my kitchen remodel and I don’t want something that will just blend in. I’d also like something custom-made or made in the USA. My kitchen is very traditional and I don’t want anything with contemporary lines also, I [...]
Posted in Kitchen Tags: copper range hood, copper smith, custom range hoods, range hood designs, RangeCraft Range Hoods Comments Off
Today Marilyn writes: Dear Diva, I finally get to design my dream kitchen! And I’ve got a really good idea what I want for most things, but have not decided on a fridge yet. If money was no object, what fridge would you put in your dream kitchen? Marilyn, if money was no object and I [...]
Posted in Appliances Tags: built-in refrigerator, luxury kitchen appliances, luxury refrigerators, PRO 48 By Sub-Zero, standalone refrigerator, standard refrigerators, Sub-Zero refrigerators Comments Off
