Kitchen Planning

An essential partner to your range, kitchen hood vents are workhorses that help keep your air clean. Here's how to choose the right one.

It's easy for a small kitchen to feel cluttered. Here, we share 10 organization tips to get the extra space you need without tearing down walls.

If you have the time, it’s ideal to buy large appliances at certain times of the year. Here's how to strategize before you buy.

From well-priced finds to splurge-worthy upgrades, our picks for the best of what’s new bring function and flair to the most-used rooms in your house.

If you’re strapped for space in your kitchen or don’t have a dedicated pantry, additional shelving will help maximize usable space. Find the best kitchen shelves with our top recommendations.

This latest generation of electric cookers is sleek, precise, and better for you (and the planet). Here’s what to know before bringing one home.

No, we’re not suggesting less time at the stove. We’re highlighting smart layout fixes for circulation problems. A key strategy: the right island design.

When it comes to kitchen remodeling, cabinets take a big chunk of the budget. An alternative to traditional factory-built boxes, RTA cabinets promise big savings in exchange for some sweat equity.

Backsplashes are the decorative focal point of your kitchen. From ceramic tile to wood, here are the best backsplash materials to choose from.

There are some important factors to consider when planning your outdoor kitchen.

Learn more about the timeless appeal of ceramic subway tiles including their versatility, design options, and the impact they can make in any space.

Protect your health by choosing one of these non-toxic materials for your cabinets.

Read our guide to learn how to paint your kitchen cabinets without having to sand them first. You can get professional-looking results in less time and for less money.

Tired of your outdated kitchen design? Read on to learn how to find a kitchen designer and fund a kitchen design service.

Before you embark on your remodel, check out our list of spend-smart strategies to get the kitchen you covet—within your budget.

Keep pots at the ready with this kitchen-storage upgrade. Starting at $42

Our guide covers what to know before buying a farmhouse kitchen sink, including styles and materials, installation, and cost.

From a luxury soaker to a mini stand mixer, here are some standouts from the annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, plus a few discoveries of our own

Try these symmetrical, surface-mount hinges on inset cabinet doors in need of a style metamorphosis

Universal design creates more accessible, inclusive spaces in your home. Here's how to create a kitchen with universal design principles.

From types of wood to maintenance, our experts help you decide what’s the best choice for your wood kitchen countertop.

With the look of natural stone, minus the maintenance, quartz countertops give granite a run for its money.

See your options for stone countertops and which is best for your kitchen, plus learn about installation and maintenance tips.

Kitchen islands are multipurpose units that can enhance a kitchen's utility and appearance. Find our best kitchen island ideas here.

For a quick and easy upgrade in a house's most popular room, nothing makes a bigger impact with less sweat and expense than replacing an outdated faucet

Laminate, the stuff of retro 1950s kitchens, is looking cool again thanks to new patterns and vibrant colors.

More than just storage for pots and plates, cabinetry defines the look of your cook space. The experts at This Old House help you pick the right style for your budget and your needs

You can make an affordable and stylish upgrade to your kitchen with a new tile backsplash. Follow our tips to choose the right patterns.

Why a pediatrician mom chose nontoxic kitchen cabinets for her young family's vintage home