Kitchen Cabinet Refacing Materials and Other Options

Posted on March 9, 2012 by KitchenSaver

Last week we talked about the benefits of kitchen cabinet refacing. This week, we are going to focus on one of those benefits – the numerous refacing options currently available.

Even the pickiest homeowner is sure to find a kitchen cabinet refacing option that makes sense for them, their home, and their budget. From vivid colored laminate and wood to natural looking veneers, there is a huge range of options when it comes to cabinet refacing materials.

Rigid Thermal Foil Cabinet Refacing: Typically the cheapest option available, RTF offers you the look of painted wood, but with a toughness and durability that few other materials can match.

Colored Laminate Cabinet Refacing: The cheapest option next to RTF, plastic laminate is made using a contemporary pressure molding process. This makes laminate very durable. Plus, laminate comes in hundreds of styles and colors. 

Wood Cabinet Refacing: Still the king of kitchen cabinet refacing, wood offers an aesthetic appeal that is unequaled by the other refacing materials. The wood used in cabinet refacing – most commonly maple, oak, or cherry – is cut extremely thin and adhered to the older cabinet surfaces.

The Kitchen Saver Solution: Custom Cabinet Renewal

Wiith over 5,000 successful jobs completed, Kitchen Saver is a leader in the kitchen refacing and remodeling field. But Kitchen Saver surpasses the simple reface and offers Custom Cabinet Renewal, which combines kitchen remodeling and cabinet refacing at an affordable price.

Take a look at our Before & After Gallery to get a better understanding of the work we do.

It takes us only 3 days to transform an old, unsightly kitchen.

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

Kitchen Saver is dedicated to making your kitchen remodeling not only beautiful, but also convenient and affordable. Plus, we guarantee all of our work, because we install every job we sell. We have never used subcontractors, and we never will.

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Sources:

Kitchen Cabinet Refacing: Options Abound

Affordable Cabinet Refacing Materials: Ultimate Value, Remarkable Results

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Professional Cabinet Refacing Services in Maryland

Posted on March 2, 2012 by KitchenSaver

Are you tired of your worn down, out-of-date kitchen cabinets, but you just can’t afford a full on cabinet replacement? Well, your outlook might not be as dire as you think. Kitchen cabinet refacing is the perfect solution to your kitchen conundrum.

Kitchen cabinet refacing swaps out your old cabinet doors and drawer fronts and covers them with matching wood, plastic laminate, rigid tehrmofoils, or veneer and new hardware. Refacing cabinets is quick, inexpensive, and ecological.

Other Benefits of Cabinet Refacing

•Achieve a New Look: You can transform your out-of-date kitchen without an expensive and labor-intensive remodel.

•Affordable: Kitchen cabinet refacing is far more cost-effective, coming in at about 50% less than new kitchen cabinets.

• Fast: While a full kitchen remodel or even a kitchen cabinet replacement could take several weeks, your kitchen cabinet refacing should not take longer than a few days.

• Functionality: While you update the outside of your cabinets, you can also add new features, like roll-out trays, euro slides, appliance garages, and more!

Go Beyond Cabinet Refacing with Custom Cabinet Renewal

For more than 25 years, Kitchen Saver has been an industry leader, surpassing the simple reface and offering Custom Cabinet Renewal, which combines kitchen remodeling and cabinet refacing at an affordable price. We also offer custom-crafted kitchen islands, and interior cabinet upgrades, such as pot and pan pullout drawers, lazy susans, and tilt-out sink trays.

Take a look at our Before & After Gallery to get a better understanding of the work we do.

It takes us only 3 days to transform an old, unsightly kitchen. And with over 5,000 successful jobs completed, Kitchen Saver is a leader in the kitchen refacing and remodeling field.

Kitchen Saver is dedicated to making your kitchen remodeling not only beautiful, but also convenient and affordable. Plus, we guarantee all of our work, because we install every job we sell. We have never used subcontractors, and we never will.

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

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Cabinet Refacing Options, Costs, and Benefits

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Spring Cleaning and Your Kitchen

Posted on February 24, 2012 by KitchenSaver

Spring is right around the corner. And you know what that means? Spring Cleaning! And no room in your home takes more abuse than your kitchen. So where better to start your spring cleaning efforts.

Kitchen Spring Cleaning (estimated time: 1-2 hours)

Step 1: Start with a brief 15-minute kitchen cleanup to clear away any useless clutter. This will make the rest of the steps much easier.

Step 2: Now it is time to dust from top to bottom. Don’t forget to dust your air vents, doorknobs, doors, switch plates, ceiling fans, wall art, pictures, and under/behind every appliance.

Step 3: Take down any draperies, curtains, and blinds and have them washed according to the manufacturer’s directions.

Step 4: Clean out your refrigerator and throw away any expired products. Then give the inside a quick scrub. And Don’t forget to vacuum the coils of your UNPLUGGED refrigerator.

Step 5: Clean the oven with a little oven cleaner and some elbow grease. Be sure to follow your stove/oven owner’s manual for information on proper cleaning methods for your model.

Step 6: Unplug, wipe down, and clean all of your small appliances, such as blenders, toasters, etc.

Step 7: Clean out your kitchen cabinets and drawers, throw away any useless items, and wash the insides and outsides of each cabinet/drawer.

Step 8: Run the dishwasher empty. You can also try adding vinegar or baking soda to the empty dishwasher before running it.

Step 9: Now it’s time to scrub those countertops! And don’t forget those backsplashes.

Step 10: Last, but not least, sweep and mop your kitchen floor.

In just 10 easy steps, you can have your kitchen looking almost as good as new.

Spring is also the perfect time to remodel your kitchen…and Kitchen Saver is here to help!

We offer Custom Cabinet Renewals, which combine kitchen remodeling and cabinet refacing at an affordable prices, and custom-crafted kitchen islands. It takes us only 3 days to transform an old, unsightly kitchen. And with over 5,000 successful jobs completed, Kitchen Saver is a leader in the kitchen refacing and remodeling field.

Take a look at our Before & After Gallery to get a better understanding of the work we do.

At Kitchen Saver we guarantee all of our work, because we install every job we sell. We have never used subcontractors, and we never will. Our woodworking shops and trained craftsmen create furniture grade cabinets that transform your kitchen into a showplace.

Kitchen Saver is dedicated to making your kitchen remodeling not only beautiful, but also convenient and affordable. So forget about the same old New Year’s resolutions. Instead, treat yourself to a brand new Kitchen Saver kitchen!

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter as well!

Sources:

Give Your Kitchen a Spring Clean-up

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Transforming Boring Kitchens with Elegant Granite Countertops

Posted on February 17, 2012 by KitchenSaver

While counters come in all shapes, sizes, and colors – from ceramic tile and laminate to stainless steel and wood –only one countertop material is widely regarded as the most elegant choice for your kitchen – Granite.

Granite countertops are extremely popular nowadays. But what make a granite counter so desirable? Well, to determine that, we must know everything about granite. So let’s first examine where this aesthetically appealing material comes from…

Granite Origins

1. Granite originated from the earth’s core as liquid magma.

2. Over millions of years, extreme heat and pressure forged the quartz, mica, feldspar and other minerals into a very dense structure.

3. Over time, additional heat and pressure caused the granite to take on a plethora of different color combinations and patterns.

Benefits of Granite Countertops

• Elegance: The beauty of the stone contributes to the beauty of even the most modest kitchen.

• Durability: Granite has the 2nd highest hardness rating, behind only diamonds.

• Color Choices: Granite comes in a wide variety of colors – over 3000 to be exact.

• Heat Resistant: Granite holds up to heat, which is essential for any countertop material.

• Scratch Resistant: Granite is almost impossible to scratch.

• Easy to Clean & Hygienic: Granite is tied with quartz as the most hygienic kitchen surface.

Cleaning and Maintaining a Granite Countertop

1. Apply a high-quality food-grade seal. This will make cleaning much easier.

2.Use hot pads and trivets when setting hot pans on the granite countertop.

3. Wipe up all spills immediately using dish soap and water.

4.Remove oil-based stains with acetone, mineral spirits, bleach or ammonia mixed in water.

5.Food stains such as coffee or tea can be removed with hydrogen peroxide combined with a few drops of ammonia.

6.Remove water spots and rings from hard water by gently buffing with 00 steel wool.

Granite’s durability, longevity and hygienic nature make it the perfect choice for your next kitchen countertop. So are you ready to make the switch to granite?

Well, Kitchen Saver is here to help!

Kitchen Saver offers high quality countertop options including solid surface, laminate, and, of course, granite! And we offer enough colors to suit anyone’s taste.

Take a look at our Before & After Gallery to get a better understanding of the work we do.

At Kitchen Saver we guarantee all of our work, because we install every job we sell. We have never used subcontractors, and we never will. Our woodworking shops and trained craftsmen create furniture grade cabinets that transform your kitchen into a showplace.

Kitchen Saver is dedicated to making your kitchen remodeling not only beautiful, but also convenient and affordable. So forget about the same old New Year’s resolutions. Instead, treat yourself to a brand new Kitchen Saver kitchen!

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter as well!

Sources:

Top 10 Kitchen Countertops
What’s the Best Stone for Your Home

How to Maintain Granite Countertops

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Valentines Day Recipes from Kitchen Saver

Posted on February 9, 2012 by KitchenSaver

Break away from the same old Valentine’s Day traditions and stay in this February 14th. After all, you don’t have to spend a fortune on dinner to make the night special. A nice, romantic, dinner for two is more intimate than any fancy restaurant ever could be.

Below you will find a few Valentine’s Day recipe ideas sure to please your significant other!

Valentine’s Day Entrée – Easy Yet Romantic Filet Mignon

Ingredients

2 (8 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks, cut 1 inch thick (about 1 pound total)

2 teaspoons olive oil

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tablespoons minced shallot

2 slices bacon

Directions

  1. Place oven rack in its highest position.
  2. Set oven to Broil.
  3. Rub steaks all over with olive oil. Sprinkle with onion powder, then with salt and pepper.
  4. Wrap one slice of bacon around each steak, and secure with a toothpick.
  5. Place steaks onto a broiler pan, and broil for 5 to 7 minutes. Turn the steaks over, and sprinkle the tops with shallots. Broil for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the steaks are cooked to your liking.
  6. Enjoy!

Of course, this is just one of many entrée choices you have available. But please heed the following advice:

“Skip entrees with garlic,” recommends Kitchen Saver’s favorite mom, Rebecca Snyder-Gleason. “That is if you want good Valentine’s kisses!”

Valentine’s Day Dessert – Chocolate Lava Cake

Your sweetie definitely deserves some sweets on Valentine’s Day. And what is sweeter than a Chocolate Lava Cake?

Ingredients

Center:

2 ounces 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate baking bar, broken or chopped into 1-inch pieces

1/4 cup heavy cream

Cake:

4 ounces 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate baking bar, broken or chopped into 1-inch pieces

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces

2 large whole eggs

2 large egg yolks

1/3 cup granulated white sugar

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1/4 cup cake flour

Raspberries for garnish

Whipped cream for garnish

Directions

  1. To make the center: In the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, melt the 2 ounces of chocolate with the cream. Whisk gently to blend.
  2. Refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until firm.
  3. With your hands, form mixture into six balls and then refrigerate until needed.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  5. Spray six 4-ounce ramekins or custard cups with cooking spray.
  6. To make the cakes: In the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, melt the 4 ounces of chocolate and the butter, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  7. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, whisk the whole eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla on high speed for about 5 minutes, or until thick and light. Fold the melted chocolate mixture and flour into the egg mixture just until combined. Spoon the cake batter into the ramekins. Place a chocolate ball in the middle of each ramekin.
  8. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cake is firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and let sit for about 5 minutes. Run a small, sharp knife around the inside of each ramekin, place an upside-down plate on top, invert, and remove the ramekin.
  9. Garnish with raspberries and a dollop of whipped cream.
  10. Enjoy!

Now if only you had the kitchen space to accomplish all of this easily. Well, Kitchen Saver is here to help!

We offer Custom Cabinet Renewals, which combine kitchen remodeling and cabinet refacing at an affordable prices, and custom-crafted kitchen islands. It takes us only 3 days to transform an old, unsightly kitchen. And with over 5,000 successful jobs completed, Kitchen Saver is a leader in the kitchen refacing and remodeling field.

Take a look at our Before & After Gallery to get a better understanding of the work we do.

At Kitchen Saver we guarantee all of our work, because we install every job we sell. We have never used subcontractors, and we never will. Our woodworking shops and trained craftsmen create furniture grade cabinets that transform your kitchen into a showplace.

Kitchen Saver is dedicated to making your kitchen remodeling not only beautiful, but also convenient and affordable. So forget about the same old New Year’s resolutions. Instead, treat yourself to a brand new Kitchen Saver kitchen!

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter as well!

Sources:

Ghirardelli® Individual Chocolate Lava Cakes

Easy Yet Romantic Filet Mignon

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Super Bowl Parties and Recipes

Posted on February 3, 2012 by KitchenSaver

Over the past 6 months, from training camp and the preseason to the regular season and playoffs, the NFL has been building up to this one crowning moment…The Super Bowl. But for the fans, the Super Bowl is more than just a football game. It’s a reason to party!

According to Hallmark, the Super Bowl is now America’s top party occasion (sorry New Year’s Eve). And according to the American Institute of Food Distribution, Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day of food consumption in the U.S. behind only Thanksgiving. With that in mind, we at Kitchen Saver decided to compile a list of some of our favorite Super Bowl Recipes.

Super Bowl Bites (Mini Cheeseburgers)

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef chuck

1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese

1 tablespoon mayonnaise

1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

24 (2 inch square) dinner rolls, split

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Mix ground beef chuck, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise and dry onion soup mix.
  3. Spread even amounts of the ground beef onto the bottom half of each roll. Place top halves on, forming little sandwiches. Then place them on a baking sheet or baking pan and cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until meat is cooked through.
  5. Enjoy!

Taco Meatballs

Ingredients

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1 pound ground beef (ground chuck preferred)

1/2 pound ground pork

1/2 cup diced onion

1 small can (4 ounces) diced mild green chiles, drained

1 snack size bag tortilla chips, crushed, 1/2 to 3/4 cup crushed (tested with nacho flavor)

1 egg, beaten

2 cups prepared chunky salsa, divided use

1/8 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Additional chopped cilantro and shredded Mexican cheese for garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
  2. Whisk together salt, cumin, and chili powder.
  3. Combine ground beef, ground pork, onion, chiles, crushed tortilla chips, egg, 1/2 cup of the salsa cilantro, and spices.
  4. Form into meatballs about 2 inches in diameter
  5. Place on prepared baking sheet 1 inch apart.
  6. Bake taco meatballs for 30 minutes.
  7. Heat remaining 1-1/2 cups salsa in a large saucepan. Add baked meatballs and toss to coat.
  8. To serve, sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and shredded Mexican cheese.
  9. Enjoy!

Hopefully these recipes will help you turn your Super Bowl gathering into a Super Bowl party!

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter as well!

Sources:

Super Bowl recipes: Dip into these party options

SuperBowl party tips and planning

Kick Off a Winning Super Bowl® Party

Taco Meatballs Recipe

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Snowy Day Recipes to Keep You Warm and Cozy

Posted on January 25, 2012 by KitchenSaver

It might not have been very much snow this past weekend, but it got us at Kitchen Saver thinking about our favorite snowy day recipes. While we couldn’t agree on everyone’s selections, we could agree that the following two recipes are just perfect for warming you up on a cold, snowy day.

Hot Chocolate

Ingredients

3 cups milk

1/3 cup cocoa powder

1 tablespoon white sugar (to reduce the calories, substitute Splenda or Stevia)

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 egg

Marshmallows (optional)

“I strongly recommend people go with a high quality cocoa powder,” said Kitchen Saver’s favorite mother, Rebecca Gleason. “It’s worth the dollar or so.”

Directions

  1. Put milk into a microwave-safe container and cook on High in microwave for 2 minutes. Mix in cocoa, sugar, and cinnamon. In a small bowl, whisk an egg until smooth, then mix it into the chocolate mixture.
  2. Return to microwave and cook on High for 3 to 4 minutes or until foamy (be careful not to let it boil.) Whisk until smooth and pour into 3 mugs. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon and marshmallows if desired.
  3. And for minty hot chocolate, toss in one of your gazillion candy canes leftover from the holidays as a stirrer.
  4. Enjoy!

Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups wide egg noodles

1 teaspoon vegetable oil

12 cups chicken broth (Rebecca recommends using chicken stock instead of broth for more flavor!)

1 1/2 tablespoons salt

1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

1 cup chopped celery

1 cup chopped onion

1/3 cup cornstarch

1/4 cup water

3 cups diced, cooked chicken meat

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and oil, and boil for 8 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and rinse under cool running water.
  2. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine broth, salt, and poultry seasoning. Bring to a boil. Stir in celery and onion. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water together until cornstarch is completely dissolved. Gradually add to soup, stirring constantly. Stir in noodles and chicken, and heat through.
  4. Enjoy!

“Of course, you serve chicken soup with saltine crackers,” Rebecca said.

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter as well!

Sources:

Hot Chocolate AllRecipes.com

Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup AllRecipes.com

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What Goes on in Cruise Ship Kitchens

Posted on January 20, 2012 by KitchenSaver

Last week we discussed airline kitchens. This week, we are going to aim a bit lower as we examine cruise ship galleys (kitchens).

Commercial airplanes and in-flight dining were first popularized in the 1930s. By that time, ocean liners had already perfected the commercial dining experience.

The passenger ship industry initially began to flourish after the invention of the steam engine in 1719, but it was not until 1849 that one company – White Star Lines – started aggressively building the first fleet of ocean liners. White Star Lines revolutionized trans-Atlantic passage, building ships that broke records in both size and grandeur. And at the heart of these grand vessels was (and still is) the dining room.

But how do cruise ships handle such large crowds and high demands? With large staffs and even larger kitchens.

The cruise ship kitchen is one of the largest areas on the ship that the average passenger will never see. And it has to be. With the average ship carrying over 3,000 passengers (plus another 1,250 crewmembers), these ocean liners often employ over 150 cooks and crank out well over 10,000 meals a day. So as you can imagine, life in a cruise ship kitchen can get a little hectic.

One article I read described the kitchen of a cruise ship as “controlled chaos.” And you know what? I can’t think of any better way to describe the goings on of cruise ship kitchens.

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter as well!

Sources:

In a Cruise Ship’s Kitchen

Cruise Ship Food Safety – Don’t Let the Food Spoil Your Cruise!

History of Cruise Ships

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Taking a Peak into Galley Kitchens on Airplanes

Posted on January 13, 2012 by KitchenSaver

The History of In-Flight Service

In the early 1930’s transcontinental travelers had one transportation option – ocean liners. Following World War I, former military pilots saw an opportunity to make some extra money and began flying the first known commercial flights. These inaugural flights were extremely primitive and offered no frills, including in-flight services. Soon, though, these pilots realized there was a need to add some luxury to their transcontinental flights. Speed and excitement were not enough to lure upper class, wealthy passengers, who preferred the luxurious staterooms of ocean liners to unpleasant nature of early airline flights.

So, airlines adopted the motto “if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em!”

Airlines began to adopt not only the lavish practices of ocean liners, turning aircraft into flying dining rooms – but also some of traditional nautical terminology. Aircraft became known as flying boats; they had ports and starboards, not rights and lefts; and weight staff, which worked in galleys (American Airlines installed the first rudimentary galley in their DC3 in 1936), became known as stewards.

Yet, despite the fact that this all sounds rather glamorous, it wasn’t. Unpressurized cabins and a lack of electricity made in-flight food preservation and preparation a challenge. It was not until 1939 that pressurized cabins and purpose-built galleys began to revolutionize the airline industry. Then in the 40’s and 50’s, when flight became exceeding popular and passenger numbers began to increase, airlines did away with their flying dining rooms and in-flight service started to resemble the style we are all familiar with today.

Airline Galleys

The Douglas Aircraft DC-3 was the first airplane with a planned galley built for food service. Today, aircraft galleys include refrigeration food and beverage storage, room and equipment for food preparation.

Food is partly/mostly cooked prior to being loaded onto to the airplane, and it is finished in the galley. This technique means that some foods work better than others. For example, you aren’t going to see risotto anytime soon.

Galleys Become Grounded

In architecture today, the term galley kitchen refers to any small kitchen built for function, maximizing the use of restricted space with vertical storage units and space efficient appliances.

Maximizing Kitchen Space with Kitchen Saver

Are you looking to maximize the storage space in your galley kitchen? Kitchen Saver can help!

We offer Custom Cabinet Renewals, which combine kitchen remodeling and cabinet refacing at an affordable prices. It takes us only 3 days to transform an old, unsightly kitchen. And with over 5,000 successful jobs completed, Kitchen Saver is a leader in the kitchen refacing and remodeling field.

Take a look at our Before & After Gallery to get a better understanding of the work we do.

At Kitchen Saver we guarantee all of our work, because we install every job we sell. We have never used subcontractors, and we never will. Our woodworking shops and trained craftsmen create furniture grade cabinets that transform your kitchen into a showplace.

Kitchen Saver is dedicated to making your kitchen remodeling not only beautiful, but also convenient and affordable. So forget about the same old New Year’s resolutions. Instead, treat yourself to a brand new Kitchen Saver kitchen!

If you have any questions, please contact Kitchen Saver for all your Kitchen needs by calling 877-828-9056 or click here today!

Twenty-five years ago, Kitchen Saver opened its doors and began offering remodeling and refacing services to customers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Quality workmanship, solid materials and innovation were our watch words, and they still are today.

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter as well!

Sources:

Galley Kitchens: What is a Galley Kitchen?

Halley (Kitchen)

Airline Food: The History of In-flight Service

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How to Make a Kitchen Handicap Accessible

Posted on January 10, 2012 by KitchenSaver

While the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) resulted in ADA Accessible Guidelines (ADAAG), which provided handicap accessibility specifications for public buildings, there are no such guidelines for residential buildings. And for the over 30 million Americans who use either a wheelchair or walker while living at home, accessibility around the home is a huge obstacle.

From the bedroom to the bathroom and even the kitchen, homes are not built to be handicap accessible. But for the sake of this article, we are going to focus strictly on the kitchen.

The biggest obstacles when designing an accessible kitchen are sinks, cabinets, and countertops. This is where Kitchen Saver can help.

If you are confined to a wheelchair, why live in a home not suited to fit your needs when a simple kitchen remodel, designed to make your kitchen handicap accessible and barrier free, can greatly improve your independence. These types of remodels are done with the idea of making the kitchen accessible to everyone, both able and disabled.

Kitchen Counters: Lowering the counter height will make the kitchen much more accessible. The average height of a wheelchair armrest is approximately 29″. The recommended countertop height is 28-34″.

Kitchen Sinks: Wheelchair accessible sinks need to be shallow, only 5″ to 6 1/2″ deep. The faucet needs to be a loop or single lever for ease of operation and there needs to be knee space directly under the sink for accessibility reasons.

Kitchen Cabinets: Lowering wall mounted cabinets from 18” to 15” should make them easily accessible for most people. You can also include pull-out shelves, Pot and pan pull out drawers, and lazy susans to increase cabinet functionality.

So stop living in a kitchen that wasn’t designed to fit your needs. Call Kitchen Saver today!

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Sources: Accessible Kitchens

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