Do you remember this outdoor picnic table? It too had a well/gutter/trough running down the middle of it. That same idea has now moved inside, and to the kitchen island! More

There's something immediately arresting about herringbone floors, don't you think? A classic design, it goes well in both modern and traditional kitchens depending on the material used. Wood, tile, brick—we've seen it all, and it all works. What do you think? More

Surfaces. They play the biggest role in establishing the mood of our home decor. Hardwood flooring, subway tile, natural stone—each and every one of those items sets the home in a particular time and place and on track towards a particular interior style. Surfaces are especially important in the kitchen. They not only give the heart of our homes mood and emotion, they dictate how we function in and around them. More

Shopping for kitchen fittings can be overwhelming. Do you want an undermount or a drop-in kitchen sink? Stainless steel or cast iron? Our guides to basic faucet, sink, and range hoods will give you a quick overview of the various styles and designs, so you'll know what you want and what to look for when you start sourcing for your kitchen. More

We dove into kitchen materials this year for all our readers embarking on a major kitchen project. Are you wondering about marble vs. quartz countertops? Cork or linoleum floors? Curious if butcher block countertops are really as hard to maintain as people say? We list the pros and cons of the most common countertop and flooring materials and share reviews and insights from Kitchn readers who've lived with it firsthand, so you'll have all the information you need to make the right decision for your kitchen. Read on for more!

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Q: I spilled turmeric on my kitchen counter. What's the best way to get the color out?

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There's just never enough countertop space in small kitchens, is there? One way around that is to get an over-the-sink cutting board, but integrated sink cutting boards are where it's really at. They both extend your work surface and act as a sink cover when needed (hide those dirty dishes!). If you've been lusting after this sink accessory, here's what you need to know to get one for yourself: More

If you've already renovated a kitchen or are just beginning the process, you know how overwhelming the details can be. Our Fittings and Material Spotlights are quick guides to basic kitchen fixtures to familiarize you with terminology, pros and cons, and relevant reader reviews. Today we look at kitchen cabinets. What are the differences between stock, semi-custom, and custom kitchen cabinets?
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When we see open kitchen storage it's usually in the form of floating shelves. But for those who want the look without quite that much exposure, try this: cabinet cubbies! More

If you've already renovated a kitchen or are just beginning the process, you know how overwhelming the details can be. Our Fittings and Material Spotlights are quick guides to basic kitchen fixtures to familiarize you with terminology, pros and cons, and relevant reader reviews. Today we look at terracotta floor tiles. How do they perform and hold up in a kitchen? More