• Project Location: La Crosse, WI
• Remodel type: Cabinet Refacing and New Cabinets
• Type of door style: Elegante II
• Remodel style: Transitional
• Color: Palomino
• Countertop: Quartz
• Countertop color: Calacatta Safyra
• Backsplash: Scrapbook 2” x 8” Album White backsplash and a stunning Scrapbook Quilt accent

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• Project Location: La Crosse, WI
• Remodel type: Cabinet Refacing
• Type of door style: Shaker Wide
• Remodel style: Transitional
• Color: Stratus for perimeter and Sage for island
• Countertop: Quartz
• Countertop color: Carrara Miksa
• Backsplash: Miramo 2” x 5” Picket Mosaic in Pearl

For more information about this project, please visit Kitchen Solvers of La Crosse’s Gallery page.

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• Project Location: Bird City, KS
• Remodel type: Redoor
• Type of door style: Elegante II
• Remodel style: Contemporary
• Color: Aloe Supermatte for uppers & Sage Supermatte for lowers
• Countertop: Quartz
• Countertop color: Praa Sands
• Backsplash: Reward Taupe Bevel Glossy Porcelain

For more information about this project, please visit Kitchen Solvers of McCook’s Blog.

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Your kitchen is the heart of your home, and selecting the right appliances plays a key role in balancing aesthetics and functionality. Just like accessories complete an outfit, the right appliances are essential to making your kitchen truly functional. Choosing the right ones allows you to tailor your space to your specific needs. For instance, if you’re an avid baker, a double oven might be perfect for your baking sessions. If you’re always on the go, a spacious fridge and freezer could help store your weekly meal prep. Understanding your cooking habits will guide you in selecting the appliances best suited to your lifestyle.

Key Appliances to Consider

When selecting kitchen appliances, it’s essential to consider both function and efficiency. Refrigerators come in various styles like side-by-side, French door, and bottom-freezer, with useful features like flexible shelves and water dispensers.

For ranges or ovens, gas and electric options have distinct pros and cons, while induction cooktops offer precision and efficiency. If space allows, a double oven is perfect for frequent cooks, while a single oven suits smaller kitchens. Quiet, energy-efficient dishwashers with adjustable racks and sanitizing cycles are ideal for smooth operation. Microwaves can be built-in or countertop, with convection microwaves providing dual-use functionality. 

When considering kitchen appliances, the size and layout of your space needs to be evaluated. If you have a small kitchen, more compact and multifunctional appliances like slim dishwashers or under-counter refrigerators would make more sense than a double oven. 

Balancing Aesthetics with Functionality

Like most areas of the home, your kitchen should strike the right balance between aesthetics and functionality. A simple way to achieve this is by matching your appliances with your kitchen’s style. For instance, in a modern kitchen, stainless steel appliances are an ideal choice. Paying attention to material finishes is an easy way to align your kitchen’s look while ensuring practical use. Even smaller design choices, such as touch-less faucets, smart dishwashers, or induction cooktops, can significantly enhance both the visual appeal and functionality of the space.

Discover the appliances that are perfect for your home by reading our blog, “Top 5 Appliances for Your Kitchen.” Your kitchen is the heart of your home, and selecting the right appliances is essential for achieving a balance between aesthetics and functionality. At Kitchen Solvers, we know that well-chosen appliances can elevate your kitchen and simplify daily tasks. Speak with one of our experts today, and let us guide you on your kitchen remodeling journey.

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Several factors contribute to a quality kitchen sink including material, configuration and style. To get the most out of your sink, you’ll have to maximize your satisfaction in all three categories. Learn more about the three factors to consider when choosing a kitchen sink and discover what your next sink needs to be the best it can be.

Material

The material your kitchen sink is made of plays a larger role than you might think. Unfortunately, there’s no single material that’s perfect for everyone. That’s why it’s best that you opt for a material that best suits your individual needs, whatever they may be. Stainless steel is one of the most popular choices because of its durability and compatibility with a wide variety of kitchen styles. Just keep in mind that stainless steel can be easily scratched and that it takes a bit of work to buff out blemishes.

You may be more interested in other materials. Porcelain sinks, for example, are known for their beauty, but they’re fairly fragile. While they won’t shatter, it doesn’t take much to chip or scuff the porcelain. Composite sinks, on the other hand, are incredibly resistant to scratches, chips and damage in general. They’re just on the more expensive side. Finally, cast-iron sinks can offer quiet function and durability, but they’re fairly costly as well.

Configuration

What do you picture when you imagine a kitchen sink? Most people would imagine two sinks side by side. While that’s still the most popular setup, there are other options available as well. Still, it’s a classic setup for a reason. The two-basin setup allows you to prep food and clean at the same time, or you can use one sink for soaking and the other for prepping or washing.

If two sinks aren’t enough for you, you can upgrade to three. For the most part, a three-basin sink will feature two large sinks with a smaller one in the middle. The smaller one is designed for food prep, leaving the other two free for cleaning or soaking. If you expect to be frequently busy in your kitchen, this might be ideal. Alternatively, you’ll find modern sink designs that feature just a single large basin. These offer a streamlined look, and there are add-ons available if you’re looking to make food prep a bit easier.

Style

The style of your sink is the last piece of the puzzle. Differences in style are typically just for aesthetic reasons, but you’ll find a few functional differences as well. Self-rimming sinks, for example, add a bit of durability to your setup. Meanwhile, undermount sinks are notably easy to clean.

If you’re more concerned with aesthetics, there are several styles you can choose from. The farmhouse sink is a classic favorite, but if you’re looking for something a bit more elegant, an integrated quartz sink may be more to your liking, especially if you already have a quartz countertop.

Upgrade Your Kitchen Sink

With these factors in mind and help from Kitchen Solvers, choosing a kitchen sink is easier than ever before. Our design team can help you find a solution to all your sink requirements, and we can get it installed as well. Get in touch with us today, and get yourself one step closer to the kitchen of your dreams.

Also be sure to check out our blogs, Kitchen Sink Styles and Choosing a Modern Sink for Your Kitchen for more information on choosing a new kitchen sink.

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