Author Archives: barryhklein

Old Dog – New Tricks

Do I need to replace my old cupboards when I replace the countertops? In a word, NO. Design centers and kitchen renovators would love to up-sell you on a whole new kitchen complete with cabinetry resulting in needless expense and much inconvenience. If your cupboards are well designed and well-built, then laminate countertops can beContinue reading “Old Dog – New Tricks”

1950s and 1960s – A Colourful Past

One thing is certain, kitchens have seen many transitions through the years. Not only have the styles changed; think of the technological changes too! Visually, the contrast from decade to decade is quite stark when you look at the prevalence of the ‘all-white” kitchen that’s become so popular in current years. Throughout the ’50s, designersContinue reading “1950s and 1960s – A Colourful Past”

Cleaning Your Laminate Surfaces

Laminate is simple to maintain… however sometimes deeper cleaning is necessary. Here’s what you need to know about special finishes various materials and your laminate countertop. Ordinary Cleaning In most cases, you only need to use a clean, damp, nonabrasive cotton cloth and a mild liquid detergent or household cleaner. Rinse with clean water, usingContinue reading “Cleaning Your Laminate Surfaces”

Not Just Your Regular Countertops

Laminates are so versatile and durable, there are other uses for them. In other words, countertops are not just for bathrooms and kitchens anymore. Here’s a unique way to enhance an existing window sill to accommodate plants or other items. Uniquely durable, waterproof and a welcome way to protect your window sills from a scratchesContinue reading “Not Just Your Regular Countertops”

What Product Is Best

Pros of Laminate Countertop The convenience and preference for laminates has translated into an increased demand resulting in an ever increasing supply of colour options. Affordable and flexible style choices; laminates are a great alternative, no matter how specific you are about the texture, print or color. Affordability For most homeowners laminate countertops are aContinue reading “What Product Is Best”

Introduce Yourself (Example Post)

This is an example post, originally published as part of Blogging University. Enroll in one of our ten programs, and start your blog right. You’re going to publish a post today. Don’t worry about how your blog looks. Don’t worry if you haven’t given it a name yet, or you’re feeling overwhelmed. Just click theContinue reading “Introduce Yourself (Example Post)”