Living spaces

The materials you choose for your kitchen benchtop will affect the price both in terms of the cost of the bench itself, and in...

Find out more about how thick and wide kitchen benches should normally be - and how much overhang is normally incorporated. Learn more about...

There are some fairly well-defined rules when it comes to how kitchen benchtops should be installed. Read more about what these are.   Kitchen benches need...

Once your kitchen layout's been established, it’s time to choose a suitable benchtop; one that fits in with the aesthetic of the design, but...

Cleaning an oven doesn't have to be a filthy, back-breaking chore if you do it right (and do it regularly). Find out more about...

How your oven, cooktop and rangehood are installed (and who they're installed by) are fairly strictly regulated in Australia, for obvious reasons. Here's a...

Installing a dishwasher can be more involved than it seems. While it may appear as simple as connecting a couple of hoses and plugging it in, Australian regulations require compliance with specific plumbing and electrical standards. This helps to prevent leaks, electrical hazards and costly mistakes down the track.

Larger electrical kitchen appliances typically come with star ratings to tell you how they perform in terms of energy efficiency. Find out how these...

Dishwashers are typically rated using a star ratings system known as WELS. Find out more about WELS, and what makes for water efficient dishwashers.     As...

There are several very different options available to you when you're choosing a cooktop. But how do they work, and what's the difference? Find...