FIVE TOP TIPS TO GET YOUR KITCHEN READY FOR WINTER BY DOWSING & REYNOLDS
Lighting for every occasion
The kitchen has become such a multi-functional room . We need bright , clean light for prepping food , but when guests come over , we tend to congregate in the kitchen .
Think about bright directional lighting for tasks like chopping veggies , then layer with kitchen island lighting and decorative lamps to create the ambience needed for chatting over a glass of wine .
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Consider your touchpoints
Can ’ t stretch the new kitchen budget to the one you like ? Or don ’ t fancy embarking on a complete renovation ? Upgrade your kitchen for less by swapping your cupboard and drawer handles .
Add a touch of luxe with a gold knurled pull , or go for a more contemporary finish with matt black . If you want to make even more of a change , try painting your units for something completely different .
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Set the mood
Speaking of ambience , it ’ s always a good idea to put your kitchen lighting on dimmer switches - that way you can adjust the feel of the lighting to your mood .
If you have an additional outdoor light , try a combination switch . These allow you to have a toggle that controls your outside lighting on the same plate as the dimmers that control your kitchen lights for neat hardware that ’ s both functional and stylish .
Finishing touches
As with any other room , your finishing touches add character . Try arranging rich auburn and red foliage in your favourite vase to create a cosy atmosphere for winter , and liven up
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