Replace or Refinish My Cabinets – Which Should I Choose?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Americans spend more time performing meal prep and cleanup than any other household chore. So naturally, it makes sense to have a space you can be proud of. If you are looking to upgrade, you may be wondering if you should replace or refinish your cabinets. Here …

Holidays (and Kitchens) are for Entertaining

As you’re preparing holiday meals, entertaining, and hosting family from out of town, it’s the perfect time to think about what you wish you could change about the way your kitchen looks, feels, and functions. The kitchen is more than just a place for cooking. Many families prefer a more casual way of entertaining, with …

In Sync with New Sink Styles for Your Kitchen Remodel

You might not have ever thought about it, but one of the most important choices you’ll make for your kitchen remodel is the sink – because you’ll probably use it more frequently than any other item in your new kitchen. All the talk of trends in kitchen renovation seems to focus on cabinets, countertops and …

Transitioning to Universal Design

If you are a homeowner in Monmouth, Middlesex, Mercer or Ocean County New Jersey, you probably would like to stay in your current home for as long as possible, either because you love your location or because of the cost and disruption of moving to a new home. So, thinking ahead to future needs is …

“Island Time” Inspiration for Your Kitchen

Even though you sometimes feel as if you live in your car – commuting or carpooling – we’re guessing that a good deal of your time is actually spent in your kitchen. If we were to describe the functions today’s kitchens serve, “cooking” would be just part of the answer. In fact, here at T&K …

How Many Ways Can You Keep Cool?

During the sweltering days of summer in New Jersey, you know the best way to keep cool: stay indoors in an air-conditioned space. But you may not know the latest refrigerator trends and all the convenient new ways for keeping food and beverages chilled ─ in almost any room of the home. If you want …

A Guide to Kitchen Counter Materials

How to Avoid Countertop Confusion There are always lots of choices to make when you’re remodeling your kitchen ─  selecting appliance options, picking colors, and deciding on fixture styles and finishes. It can be fun making plans and imagining how it will look when it’s all done. For many of the decisions, you just need …

Avoiding Surprises That Break Your Kitchen Remodeling Budget

When you start thinking about remodeling your kitchen, it’s because you want it to look beautifully updated and also to work more efficiently for the life you’re living now, not simply to spend money. And there aren’t many people who want to go over budget or write a blank check for the project. At T&K …

Kitchen Style to Match Your Personal Style

From homework, paying bills and scheduling activities, to listening to music, watching TV, shopping online and even entertaining, we spend a lot of time in the kitchen. That’s why your kitchen remodeling style is about far more than having a convenient place to prepare meals. What kind of kitchen design would you love to have? …